The Advisory Committee shall consist of the five (5) most immediate Past Presidents who are willing to serve; the most immediate Past President shall be the Chairman.

The Advisory Committee shall receive and process applications for Emeritus Member status in the manner described in the bylaws. They may also assist the Board of Directors in implementing the objectives of the Association by offering advice and counsel, and by performing those duties that may from time to time be assigned them by the President or the Board of Directors.

The current committee members have assumed the responsibility of reviewing applications for Provisional members who wish to upgrade to Regular membership, but who have no available members to write recommendations. The committee will review the work product of the applicant and offer letters of recommendation on their behalf, as necessary, to afford the applicant the opportunity of continued membership in the association.