The Reading Liederkranz is proud to announce the 2025 Board Elections. This is your opportunity to shape the future of our club by nominating yourself or fellow members for leadership positions. Serving on the board is both an honor and a responsibility — a chance to uphold our traditions while guiding our club into the future.
Why Get Involved
Strong leadership is essential to the continued success of the Reading Liederkranz. Whether you have fresh ideas, a passion for community, or experience to share, we encourage you to step forward. By participating — as a candidate, nominator, or voter — you ensure the Liederkranz remains vibrant for generations to come.
Eligibility Reminder
To run for office, a candidate must be a member in good standing for at least 18 consecutive months prior to January 1, 2026, the start of the new term. If you nominate another member, please be sure they meet this requirement and are willing to accept the nomination.
Election Day Details
Elections will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025. All voting members are encouraged to attend and make their voices heard. Full details on the voting process will be communicated closer to the date.
Offices Up for Election
All offices listed below are elected for a two-year term, with newly elected officers taking office on January 1, 2026.
President
Leads the club, presides over meetings, represents the club in external relations, ensures bylaws are followed, signs official documents. 👉 View Full Job Description
1st Vice President
Supports/ Advises the President, steps in when the President is unavailable, helps coordinate club activities and special events. 👉 View Full Job Description
Financial Secretary aka (Membership Secretary)
Maintains membership records, handles dues and financial correspondence, prepares membership reports. 👉 View Full Job Description
House Trustee
Oversees the clubhouse and property facilities, coordinates maintenance and repairs, ensures safety and usability of club infrastructure. 👉 View Full Job Description
Kitchen Trustee
Responsible for the kitchen area operations — cleanliness, equipment maintenance, coordination with event planning for food service. 👉 View Full Job Description
Committee Support
The Election Committee is here to ensure a smooth and fair process. Please contact us with any questions or concerns:
Rick Dillinger (Chairman)
Brad Swisher & Michelle Swisher (Assistants)
📧 elections@readingliederkranz.com
