Alternative ballot
An alternative ballot is a voting method prescribed in advance by the board, including electronic, telephonic, Internet or other means reasonably allowing members to vote.
An alternative ballot is a method of voting on a candidate or issue that the board prescribes in advance of the vote; it may include electronic, telephonic, Internet or other means that reasonably allow members the opportunity to vote.
Statutory definition#
This is a term defined by statute. Section 308B.005, subdivision 3, defines it for purposes of chapter 308B P1, subd. 3. Our paraphrase is above; the statute's own words control and are in § 308B.005.
Where alternative ballots can be used for votes is set out in the voting sections, for example absentee ballots in § 308B.545, subd. 5. See Member voting rules in Chapter 308B.
Statute sections referenced
- § 308B.005 DEFINITIONS.
- § 308B.545 MEMBER VOTING RIGHTS.
Related
Sources
- P1 Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 308B (Cooperative Associations), Office of the Revisor of Statutes, State of Minnesota. revisor.mn.gov (primary; accessed October 15, 2026)