Even though some on the board felt the selection process-namely, the outgoing president's making the decision-was not the best way to choose the new president, they did approve the recommendation.

Council also approved a recommendation from the focus group that the architectural features and historically significant aspects be retained.

The bishopric then approves the recommendations made by each auxiliary or quorum president for 2 counselors, a secretary, instructors (if applicable) and other callings within the organization.