When voting by ballot, must the president also cast a vote?

In the context of parliamentary procedure, the president typically does not cast a vote when voting by ballot unless their vote is needed to break a tie. This is intended to maintain neutrality and fairness in the voting process. The president is often seen as a facilitator of the meeting rather than a participant in the voting, which helps to ensure that the members feel free to express their opinions without influence from the chair.

In some organizations, the president may have the option to vote in specific situations as determined by the bylaws or the rules governing the organization. However, in many cases, the presiding officer's primary role is to oversee the proceedings rather than participate directly in voting. This reinforces the concept of impartiality within the group’s decision-making process.