Lifetime membership may be conferred upon a member at retirement following notification of NAOSMM by the member. Persons eligible for Lifetime membership must have been a member of NAOSMM for 10 years prior to retirement. “Retirement” shall be defined as withdrawal from active working life and/or an eligibility to receive retirement benefits from an employer. Lifetime members may not hold office or vote in matters submitted to the regular membership for vote.* Members granted Lifetime status prior to July 31, 2003 shall retain Lifetime membership status regardless of employment status.