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Volunteer Board of Directors Election

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According to America First bylaws, three members will be elected to three-year terms on the America First Board of Directors at the credit union’s Annual Meeting, scheduled for April 21, 2026. 

Incumbent volunteers, who serve without compensation, are:

Linda K. Carver | Gil A. Miller | James G. Wendler

Those interested in applying for Director positions must meet the following standards:

  • Membership in good standing
  • Legal age (18 years or older)
  • Bondable
  • Free from any conflicts of interest
  • Available for all Board of Directors, Committee, and other designated meetings unless excused

Please submit an application and statement of qualification (limited to 150 words) to the America First Nominations Committee by 5 p.m. on January 2, 2026. You can complete the process online by visiting americafirst.com. Once there, click on About at the top of the screen, then select Volunteer Opportunities at the bottom-left.

Nominations by petition are accepted and must include qualification statements, documents attested to by 500 fellow America First members, and a signed certificate from the nominee stating he or she is agreeable to the process and will serve if elected. Petitions must be received by 5 p.m. on February 26, 2026 at 1344 West 4675 South, Riverdale, UT, 84405. Nominations are not accepted from the floor.


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