The name of the organization
shall be the Merrymeeting Wheelers Bicycle Club. The club is based in the Mid
Coast
The purpose of the organization is to provide support to area cyclists in such a way that the sport may be encouraged, appreciated and fostered. Support shall come from the below noted areas
· To encourage recreational riding activities within the context of the club itself, family and the general community.
· To promote public awareness of cycling, and the benefits to be derived on all our behalf and that of the environment.
· To support fund-raising events
· To work with local schools in promoting cycling through safety programs.
· To generate a positive and cooperative atmosphere within the local area that will be advantageous to cycling. .
Section 1
Membership is open to individuals and families, who enjoy riding and have a desire to promote the various club purposes and bicycling in general.
Section 2
Types of memberships available:
Individual: One (1) person
Family: One (1) person over the age of eighteen (18) years, his/her spouse/domestic partner and any of their children under the age of eighteen (18) years.
Section 3
Parent or Guardian's signature is necessary for approval of Membership for those individuals under 18 years of age.
Section 1
Annual dues are payable on April 1. By June 15, non-paying members will he dropped from club membership.
Section 2
Amount of annual dues will be determined by a vote of the majority of the membership at the annual meeting.
Section 1
The annual meeting and election of officers will be held at the regular
scheduled meeting during the month of March.
Section 2
Members will be notified a minimum of 30 days prior to the annual meeting. The
notice will include a proxy ballot.
Section 3
Regular and special meetings are provided in the by-laws.
The election of officers will be held as authorized in the by-laws.
The Executive Committee will be composed of the officers of the club and the chairpersons of standing committees. Other committees are provided for in the by-laws.
The constitution may be amended in any respect at any regular or special meeting of the club by an affirmative vote of 2/3 of the club members present (in person or by proxy). No proposed amendment shall be acted upon at any club meeting unless it has been presented in writing to all members of the club at least 30 days in advance of the meeting.
Section 1
Regular meetings of the club will be generally held on the last Monday
of every month at 7:00 P.M. The membership will be notified by mail, email, or
telephone of any time or date change.
Section 2
Special meetings may be called at the request of the club president.
Object of the meeting will be stated in the call and no other business shall be
transacted.
Section 3
Executive Committee meetings will be held at such times as it may be determined. Two thirds of the committee will constitute a quorum.
Section 4
Twenty percent of the club members in good standing shall constitute a quorum for regular and special meetings.
The fiscal year of the club will commence on the first day of April and end on the last day of March, of the succeeding calendar year.
Section 1
The Executive Committee of the club is composed of the officers and the chairpersons of the standing committees. The Executive Committee will have immediate charge, management and control of the affairs of the club between meetings.
Section 2
The appointed committees will carry on the program and business of the club. Such committees may be promoting bike safety, membership, publicity and public relations, finance, rides and activities. The President of the club will appoint all committee chairpersons and establish all committees, with the approval of the officers of the club. Committee chairpersons may select their own committee members from the personnel of the club.
Section 3
Committee appointments will expire at the annual meeting.
Section 1
Election and seating of the officers will be held at the annual meeting. The election will be by ballot from a slate chosen by a nominating committee and nominations from the floor. A majority of all club members (present or by proxy) shall elect in all cases.
Section 2
All officer terms will be for a period of 12 months beginning at the conclusion of the annual meeting.
Section 3
Vacancy in office during the period may be filled by appointment by the club president with the concurrence of the Executive Committee.
Section 4
The President will appoint a nominating committee to nominate the club officers.
President: Will coordinate and supervise total club program(s), preside at club and Executive Committee meetings.
Vice-President: Will assist President in carrying out the club responsibilities and shall serve in his/her absence. It is recommended that he/she serve as chairperson of one of the appointed working committees.
Secretary: Will take minutes at the club and executive meetings, issue minutes and general notices and announcements.
Treasurer: Will keep and prepare all club financial records and transactions, make necessary reports. It is suggested that the Treasurer also serve as chairperson of the Finance Committee.
The by-laws may be amended by a majority vote of all members of the
club present at any meeting of the club, provided notice of the proposed
amendment has been given in writing to club members at least 15 days in advance
of the meeting, and a quorum is present.
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