Post by alvinsmith75 on Mar 16, 2011 21:57:01 GMT -5
Figured I would post up just as a FYI
Purpose
The St. Charles Racers is a non-profit organization dedicated to the sport of radio controlled model car racing through a family and youth oriented, drug and alcohol free environment.
This competition provides leadership, sportsmanship,and technical knowledge to all participants.
The club is not formed for the financial gain and/or regular payment of dividends to any club members.
Membership
1. Membership shall be open to all individual persons and/or family groups.
2. Membership is considered current upon payment of yearly dues to be determined by the board. As of right now, Individual membership is $25 and Family is $40.
3. All members of SCR in good standing shall be eligible to all rights and privileges, and shall be a voting member of the club.
4. Each new member will receive a "New Member Packet" upon payment of dues, or as soon as possible. This packet will consist of the following; Club By-laws, race schedule, track race rules, and membership card.
5. Current club members are eligible to all benefits as participants in club sponsored events as deemed appropriate.
6. All club members are expected to participate in the preparation of the race course at all club
sponsored events.
Non-members
1. Non-members of SCR club may participate in club sponsored competition events at a higher rate than members.
2. Non-members will not have voting rights.
3. Non-members shall not receive club benefits at competition events.
Funds
The working funds for the club shall be any revenue received from the following:
1. Membership dues which must be paid by the end of January of each year to be in good standing and will be posted on the bulletin board and on the website.
2. Any contribution by any member or others which may be voluntarily tendered.
3. Any amount of yearly dues will be set and approved by the general membership at the club meeting prior to the start of the new year.
4. Net proceeds from competition events(races) and social events.
Disbursement of Funds
1. All disbursement of funds above $500 for acquisition of assets, rentals, or long term agreements shall be authorized by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors.
2. Emergency operating funds can be approved by a majority vote of the board of directors.
Board of Directors
1. The board of directors shall consist of the president, vice-president, and treasurer/secretary.
2. The board of directors shall be responsible for the betterment of the club.
3. The board of directors, of which the president is chairman, shall have charge of all club functions and shall consider all matters concerning the welfare of the club and may present recommendations to the membership for action.
4. If a member of the board resigns or is relieved of office, an alternate shall be chosen by a simple majority vote of the club membership to complete the term of office. No vacancy in the board shall impair the right of the remaining members to exercise all the power and duties of the board of directors.
5. The general membership may remove any board of directors officer from office through a simple majority vote.
Amendment:New board position added Track Director Effective 1-3-2012 as voted on by club members.
Quorum
1. A majority of board members must be present at a club meeting to form a quorum.
2. A majority vote by the club membership shall constitute an action for the transaction of club business.
3. Any deviation from, elimination of, or alteration of a club membership voted function shall require a minimum of 10 member approval.
4. The president is a non-voting member of the board of directors and, if required, will cast the tie-breaking vote.
Meetings
1. All members in good standing are invited to any club meeting.
2. Notice of club meeting will be posted on the bulletin board at the track and on the website.
3. Any action at any club meeting cannot be voted upon unless a quorum is present.
4. A club meeting shall be held at least monthly as set forth by the president.
5. The board of directors shall meet as required with a seventy two(72) hour notice by the president at such place and time as the president designates.
6. A membership meeting shall take place during the month of December so as to nominate officers for the upcoming year.
Election of Officers
1. At the December meeting, the names of club members who have consented to serve, if elected, to office in St. Charles Racers will be submitted by the members. Further nominations may be made from the floor by any club member.
2. The election shall be by a show of hands during the month of January. The names of all members duly nominated shall be recorded by the treasurer along with the total votes for each candidate.
3. New officers shall take office at the January meeting and shall serve for a term of one(1) year.
Regular Business
1. All regular business affairs and complaints should be directed to the Board except that at any time the President or Board may call a meeting of the membership to decide on any problem or business activity.
2. Any complaint or disagreement should be brought directly to the club officers. Club privileges can be revoked and said individual/individuals may not be allowed to participate in club operated functions, if club officers and/or directors are not informed in writing.
Duties of Officers
1. President
a) Insure that the objectives of the St. Charles Racers are strictly maintained and carried out and that the by-laws are adhered to.
b) Sign or execute all contracts or actions of SCR as authorized by a simple majority vote of the members.
c) Apportion the work of the board of directors among its members as set forth in this section subject to the approval of the board and be responsible for their accomplishments.
d) Set up those functions and appoint personnel deemed necessary for the most efficient operation of the club.
e) Order and assure that all awards are at club sponsored events.
f) Set the tone and goals for the betterment of the club.
2. Vice President
a) Assist the president in the execution of duties and shall possess the power to perform the duties of the president in the absence or disability of the president.
b) Perform such other duties as may from time to time be assigned by the president.
3. Treasurer
a) Responsible for membership applications at all meetings and competition events.
b) Pay all outstanding debts in a timely manner (promptly).
c) Receive and disburse, with the approval of a simple majority vote of the members, all club funds and shall keep accurate account of all monetary transactions and shall transmit the accounts and all undistributed funds to the successor in office.
d) Collect all dues and fees at club sponsored events.
e) Report to the club at the general membership meetings the current balance and distribution and receipt of moneys upon request by a club member.
f) Assist the president in the execution of moneys.
g) Perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned by the president.
4.Track Director
a)In charge of scheduling work days.
b)Will have a pre-determined agenda for each worday.
c)Assigns task to volunteer members on workdays.
d)Any and all track changes/improvements to be communicated thru the track director prior to the scheduled workday.
e)Track Director is to communicate all changes/improvements with the President before doing so.
Limitations
1. No officer or member of the St. Charles Racers shall have any personal liability for the acts or omissions by the SCR, the board of directors, or for any activities supported by the SCR club.
2. No contract or other document obligating the St. Charles Racers shall be entered into except by the president as authorized by a simple majority vote of the membership.
3. The club membership is expected to adhere to the spirit and intent of the St. Charles Racers as stated herein.
Amendment of By-laws
1. These by-laws may be amended by a simple majority vote of the members. A proposed amendment shall be submitted to the voting members no less than two (2) weeks before a general meeting.
2. The board of directors shall not be empowered to issue administrative procedural statements until such procedures can be incorporated into the by-laws or rejected by the membership as a whole.
Purpose
The St. Charles Racers is a non-profit organization dedicated to the sport of radio controlled model car racing through a family and youth oriented, drug and alcohol free environment.
This competition provides leadership, sportsmanship,and technical knowledge to all participants.
The club is not formed for the financial gain and/or regular payment of dividends to any club members.
Membership
1. Membership shall be open to all individual persons and/or family groups.
2. Membership is considered current upon payment of yearly dues to be determined by the board. As of right now, Individual membership is $25 and Family is $40.
3. All members of SCR in good standing shall be eligible to all rights and privileges, and shall be a voting member of the club.
4. Each new member will receive a "New Member Packet" upon payment of dues, or as soon as possible. This packet will consist of the following; Club By-laws, race schedule, track race rules, and membership card.
5. Current club members are eligible to all benefits as participants in club sponsored events as deemed appropriate.
6. All club members are expected to participate in the preparation of the race course at all club
sponsored events.
Non-members
1. Non-members of SCR club may participate in club sponsored competition events at a higher rate than members.
2. Non-members will not have voting rights.
3. Non-members shall not receive club benefits at competition events.
Funds
The working funds for the club shall be any revenue received from the following:
1. Membership dues which must be paid by the end of January of each year to be in good standing and will be posted on the bulletin board and on the website.
2. Any contribution by any member or others which may be voluntarily tendered.
3. Any amount of yearly dues will be set and approved by the general membership at the club meeting prior to the start of the new year.
4. Net proceeds from competition events(races) and social events.
Disbursement of Funds
1. All disbursement of funds above $500 for acquisition of assets, rentals, or long term agreements shall be authorized by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors.
2. Emergency operating funds can be approved by a majority vote of the board of directors.
Board of Directors
1. The board of directors shall consist of the president, vice-president, and treasurer/secretary.
2. The board of directors shall be responsible for the betterment of the club.
3. The board of directors, of which the president is chairman, shall have charge of all club functions and shall consider all matters concerning the welfare of the club and may present recommendations to the membership for action.
4. If a member of the board resigns or is relieved of office, an alternate shall be chosen by a simple majority vote of the club membership to complete the term of office. No vacancy in the board shall impair the right of the remaining members to exercise all the power and duties of the board of directors.
5. The general membership may remove any board of directors officer from office through a simple majority vote.
Amendment:New board position added Track Director Effective 1-3-2012 as voted on by club members.
Quorum
1. A majority of board members must be present at a club meeting to form a quorum.
2. A majority vote by the club membership shall constitute an action for the transaction of club business.
3. Any deviation from, elimination of, or alteration of a club membership voted function shall require a minimum of 10 member approval.
4. The president is a non-voting member of the board of directors and, if required, will cast the tie-breaking vote.
Meetings
1. All members in good standing are invited to any club meeting.
2. Notice of club meeting will be posted on the bulletin board at the track and on the website.
3. Any action at any club meeting cannot be voted upon unless a quorum is present.
4. A club meeting shall be held at least monthly as set forth by the president.
5. The board of directors shall meet as required with a seventy two(72) hour notice by the president at such place and time as the president designates.
6. A membership meeting shall take place during the month of December so as to nominate officers for the upcoming year.
Election of Officers
1. At the December meeting, the names of club members who have consented to serve, if elected, to office in St. Charles Racers will be submitted by the members. Further nominations may be made from the floor by any club member.
2. The election shall be by a show of hands during the month of January. The names of all members duly nominated shall be recorded by the treasurer along with the total votes for each candidate.
3. New officers shall take office at the January meeting and shall serve for a term of one(1) year.
Regular Business
1. All regular business affairs and complaints should be directed to the Board except that at any time the President or Board may call a meeting of the membership to decide on any problem or business activity.
2. Any complaint or disagreement should be brought directly to the club officers. Club privileges can be revoked and said individual/individuals may not be allowed to participate in club operated functions, if club officers and/or directors are not informed in writing.
Duties of Officers
1. President
a) Insure that the objectives of the St. Charles Racers are strictly maintained and carried out and that the by-laws are adhered to.
b) Sign or execute all contracts or actions of SCR as authorized by a simple majority vote of the members.
c) Apportion the work of the board of directors among its members as set forth in this section subject to the approval of the board and be responsible for their accomplishments.
d) Set up those functions and appoint personnel deemed necessary for the most efficient operation of the club.
e) Order and assure that all awards are at club sponsored events.
f) Set the tone and goals for the betterment of the club.
2. Vice President
a) Assist the president in the execution of duties and shall possess the power to perform the duties of the president in the absence or disability of the president.
b) Perform such other duties as may from time to time be assigned by the president.
3. Treasurer
a) Responsible for membership applications at all meetings and competition events.
b) Pay all outstanding debts in a timely manner (promptly).
c) Receive and disburse, with the approval of a simple majority vote of the members, all club funds and shall keep accurate account of all monetary transactions and shall transmit the accounts and all undistributed funds to the successor in office.
d) Collect all dues and fees at club sponsored events.
e) Report to the club at the general membership meetings the current balance and distribution and receipt of moneys upon request by a club member.
f) Assist the president in the execution of moneys.
g) Perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned by the president.
4.Track Director
a)In charge of scheduling work days.
b)Will have a pre-determined agenda for each worday.
c)Assigns task to volunteer members on workdays.
d)Any and all track changes/improvements to be communicated thru the track director prior to the scheduled workday.
e)Track Director is to communicate all changes/improvements with the President before doing so.
Limitations
1. No officer or member of the St. Charles Racers shall have any personal liability for the acts or omissions by the SCR, the board of directors, or for any activities supported by the SCR club.
2. No contract or other document obligating the St. Charles Racers shall be entered into except by the president as authorized by a simple majority vote of the membership.
3. The club membership is expected to adhere to the spirit and intent of the St. Charles Racers as stated herein.
Amendment of By-laws
1. These by-laws may be amended by a simple majority vote of the members. A proposed amendment shall be submitted to the voting members no less than two (2) weeks before a general meeting.
2. The board of directors shall not be empowered to issue administrative procedural statements until such procedures can be incorporated into the by-laws or rejected by the membership as a whole.