Section 6.1 The commander shall:

6.1.1 Preside at all meetings of this squadron and its Executive Committee.

6.1.2 Execute all written instruments in the name of this squadron when directed by the Executive Committee or by the membership.

6.1.3 Have command of the fleet when the vessels of this squadron are formally assembled.

6.1.4 Appoint, with the concurrence of the Executive Committee, appointive officers and the chairmen and members of the appointive committees.

6.1.5 Be an ex officio member of all committees and boards of this squadron except the Nominating, Rules, and Auditing Committees.

6.1.6 Make recommendations for members to serve as national and district officers, and to serve on national and district committees, and make reports to national and district officers as required by USPS policy and the district.

6.1.7 Appoint, with the advice and approval of the Executive Committee, delegates to the conferences of the district and to the Governing Board and special meetings of USPS.