The exercise by the Board of its powers granted by statute, the conduct of its affairs, and the rights and powers of its members and officers shall be governed by these bylaws, in accord with the laws of the State of Michigan and the regulations of the Michigan Department of Education. 

Amendment of Bylaws 

The Board bylaws/governance principles may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the members elected to and serving on the Board of Education at a regular meeting only and not unless such amendment shall have been proposed at a previous regular meeting. 

Suspension of Bylaws 

Any bylaw/governance principle may be suspended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members elect at any meeting.