CONSTITUTION

  

ARTICLE I

Name and Colors

The name of the organization shall be the Merrymeeting Wheelers Bicycle Club. The colors shall be blue and green.

 

ARTICLE II

Purpose

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 of concern:

v      Encourage recreational riding activities within the context of the club itself, family and the general community.

v      To promote public awareness of cycling, and the benefits to be derived on all our behalf and that of the environment.

v      To co-sponsor the Dan R. Michaud Century, an event that raises funds to fight the war against cancer.

v      To work with local schools in promoting cycling through safety programs and fundraisers.

v      Advocate registration of bicycles.

v      To generate a positive and cooperative atmosphere within the local area that will be advantageous to the sport as a whole.

 

ARTICLE III

Membership   

            Section 1

Membership is open to individuals, families, particularly in the Merrymeeting Bay area, who enjoy riding and have a desire to promote the various club purposes and bicycling in general.                       

           Section 2

Types of memberships available:

            a) Individual              c) Sustaining             e) Organizations

            b) Family              d) Honorary


            Section 3

Parent or Guardian's signature is necessary for approval of Membership for those individuals under 18 years of age.

 

ARTICLE IV

Dues

           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 March meeting.

 

ARTICLE V

Meetings        

            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.

 

ARTICLE VI

Election of Officers

The election of officers will be held as authorized in the by-laws.

 

ARTICLE VII

Committees

The Executive Committee will be comprised of the officers of the club and the chairperson of standing committees. Other committees are provided for in the by-laws.

 

ARTICLE VIII

Amendments

The constitution may be amended in any respect at any regular meeting of the club by an affirmative vote of 2/3 of the club members present.  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.

 

 

 

 

BYLAWS

 

Meetings       

            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 of any time or date change. Twenty percent of the club members in good standing will constitute a quorum,

            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. Twenty percent of the club members in good standing will constitute a quorum.

            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.

 

Fiscal Year

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.

 

Committees   

            Section 1

The Executive Committee of the club is composed of the officers and the chairperson 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, 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.

 

Elections   

            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 either by a nominating committee or from nominations in open meeting. A majority of all club members shall elect in all cases.

            Section 2

Officers' term will be for a period of 12 months. With a maximum of 2 consecutive terms.

            Section 3

Vacancy. in office during the period may be filled by appointment of the club president with the concurrence of the Executive Committee.

            Section 4

Vacancy in the office of President will be assumed by the Vice-president, followed by an affirmation vote or the appointment to office of a club member with concurrence of the Executive Committee.

            Section 5

At a regular meeting of the Executive Committee or club, at least 90 days (January 1) preceding the annual meeting, the President will appoint a nominating committee of 3 members to nominate the designated club officers.

 

Duties of 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.

 

Amendments

The by-laws may be amended by a majority vote of all members of the club present at any meeting of the club, provide notice of the proposed amendment has been given in writing to club members at least 15 days in advance of the meeting.