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Rh The Commissioner

Is the presiding officer of the Local Council. She is chairman of the Local Executive Board, she is elected by the Local Council and receives a commission from the National Headquarters.

Duties. Her duties are to secure the harmonious corporation of the captains in her district, to inspect Scout patrols and troops and advise how to conduct them according to the principles found in the Handbook, to be the authority for recommending the issue or denial of captains' certificates and foster the movement generally.

Uniform. Khaki Norfolk suit. Scout hat with gray cord with gray acorns.

Insignia. Gray shoulder cord and fringe (may be worn with any costume if Commissioner prefers not to have a uniform) (see minutes Executive Board, April 11, 1918).

Officers

Of Local Councils will be elected according to the needs of the community.

Deputy Commissioner

Stands in the relation of vice-president to the commissioner.

Uniform. Khaki Norfolk Suit. Scout hat with gray cord with black acorns.

Insignia. Gray shoulder cord with black and gray fringe and black center, may be worn with any costume