I looked at that a few years ago, and at that time thought it would be workable. Since then, I have been placed in a position where I must be able to see the whole picture, not just what would be of benefit to me and the chapter I represent. Originally it appears to be a great idea, then comes the factor of fair and just representation. Under your proposal, only chapter members would have representation on the board of directors, all other members would have no representation at all. There is no fairness or justice at all to this. Something we as a society advocate is we all pay dues, we are all equal! To deny representation for lack of chapter affiliation, while advocating equality of members would be hypocrisy at it's worst. I posted the proposal which will be proposed in bylaws changes concerning chapter representation. This proposal gives just representation for chapters, without denying fair representation to members.
As to where President Allen is? I would guess mowing grass or setting up tents. I talked to him 2 or 3 weeks ago, he bought a lawn care service, in addition to his rental company. This is his busy season, he rents lots of tents this time of year, and with his new grass mowing venture, I imagine he is busier that a cat covering you know what!