Constitution
Article I Name and Objectives
Section 1: The name of the Club shall be the Pacific Northwest Border Collie Club (PNWBCC).
Section 2: The objectives of the Club shall be
Section 3: PNWBCC shall not be conducted or operated for profit and no part of any profits or remainer of revenue from dues or donations to the Club shall not be appropriated for the benefit of any member or individual.
Section 4: The members of the Club shall adopt, and may from time to time revise, such By-laws as may be required to carry out these objectives.
BY-LAWS
ARTICLE I Membership
Section 1: Eligibility. Membership shall be open to all persons who subscribe to the objectives of this Club. While membership is to be unrestricted as to residence, the club's primary purpose is to be representative of the breeders and exhibitors in its immediate area. There shall be four types of membership as described below:
Section 2: Dues. Membership dues may be changed from time to time by a majority vote of those present at a Club meeting, but shall not increase to more than $50.00 per year. Dues are payable on or before the last day of January each year. Honorary members shall not pay annual dues. No member may vote whose dues are not paid for the current year. Members who join PNWBCC subsequent to the last day of July of each year shall be paid for the remainder of that year and the next calendar year. During the month of December the Treasurer shall send to each regular member, seperately or include with the PNWBCC newsletter, a statement of his/her dues for the ensuing year. If the dues notice is included int he newsletter, it shall be clearly indicated on the front page of the newsletter.
Section 3: Election to membership. Each applicant for membership shall apply on a form as approved by the Board of Directors and which shall provide that the applicant agrees to abide by the Constitution, Bylaws, Code-of-Ethics, and the rules of the American Kennel Club. The application shall state the name, address and phone number of the applicant and it shall carry the endorsement of one (1) member in good standing. Accompanying the application, the prospective member shall submit dues payment for the current year.
All applications are to be filed with the Treasurer. Each application is to be read at a meeting of the club and published in the next newsletter. At the Club meeting following publication, each application is to be read, and the application voted upon by secret ballot. Affirmative votes of 75% of the members present shall be required to elect the applicant. The Board of Directors, of its membership committee if this function has been delegated, may make recommendations on each application.
Applicants for membership who have been rejected by the Club may not re-apply within six months after such rejection.
Section 4: Termination of Membership. Memberships may be terminated, with no fees or moneys refunded, in the following ways:
Section 1: Club Meetings. Meetings of the Club shall be held a minimum of six (6) times per year, within the Pacific Northwest area at such hour and place as may be designated by the Board of Directors. Written notice of such meeting shall be mailed or emailed by the Secretary at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the meeting. The quorum for such meetings shall be twenty percent (%20) of the members in good standing.
Section 2: Special Club Meetings. Special Club meetings may be called by the President, or by a majority vote of the members of the Board who are present and voting at any regular or special meeting of the Board; and shall be called by the Secretary upon receipt of a petition signed by five members of the Club who are in good standing. Such special meetings shall be held in the Pacific Northwest area at such place, date and hour as may be designated by the person or persons authorized herein to call such meetings. Written noticed of such a meeting shall be mailed or emailed by the Secretary at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the meeting, and said notice shall state the purpose of the meeting, and no other Club business may be transacted thereat. The quorum for such meetings shall be twenty percent (20%) of the members in good standing.
Section 3: Board Meetings. Meetings of the Board shall be held within the Pacific Northwest area at such hour and place as may be designated by the Board a minimum of six (6) times per year. Written notice of each such meeting shall be mailed by the Secretary at least five (5) days and not more than ten (10) days prior to the date of the meeting. Any such notice shall state the purpose of the meeting and no other business shall be transacted thereat. A quorum for such a meeting shall be majority of the Board.
Section 4: Special Board Meetings. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the President; and shall be called by the Secretary upon receipt of a written request signed by at least three (3) members of the Board. Such special meetings shall be held in the Pacific Northwest area at such a place, date, and hour as may be designated by the person authorized herein to call such meeting. Written notice of such meeting shall be mailed by the Secretary at least five (5) days and not more than ten (10) days prior to the date of the meeting. Any such notice shall state the purpose of the meeting and no other business shall be transacted thereat. The quorum of such a meeting shall be a majority of the Board.
Section 5: Voting. Each member in good standing whose dues are paid for the current year shall be entitled to one vote at any meeting of the Club at which he is present. Proxy voting will not be permitted at any Club meeting or election.
ARTICLE III Directors and Officers
Section 1: Board of Directors. The Board shall be comprised of the officers, the immediate Past-President and two (2) other persons all of whom shall be members in good standing and all of whom shall be elected, with the exception of the Past-President, for two-year terms at the Club's annual meeting as provided in Article IV and shall serve util their successors are elected. No two members of the same family shall serve on the Board of Directors at the same time. General management of the Club's affairs shall be entrusted to the Board of Directors.
Section 2: Officers. The Club's officers, consisting of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer shall serve in their respective capacities both with regard to the Club and its meetings and the Board and its meetings.
Section 4: Terms of Office. No member may remain on the Board for the same position for more than two consecutive two-year terms. Serving out an unexpired term shall not be considered as one of the four.
Section 5: Removal. A member of the Board may be removed from the Board for failure to attend three meetings without sufficient cause, or for failure to perform the duties of the office. Removal requires a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the remaining members of the Board. The resulting vacancy shall be filled as described in Section 3 of this article.
Section 6: Committee Oversight. Each member of the Board shall have oversight of one or more committees, as assigned by the Board. The Board member shall report to the rest of the Board on the activities of the committees of which she or he has oversight.
ARTICLE IV The Club Year, Annual Meeting, Elections
Section 1: Club Year. The Club's fiscal year shall begin on the first day of February and end on the last day of January.
The Club's official year shall begin immediately at the conclusion of the election at the annual meeting and shall continue through the elction at the next meeting.
Section 2: Annual Meeting. The annual meeting shall be held in the month of January at which Officers and Directors for the ensuing year shall be elected by secret ballot from among those nominated in accordance with the Section 4 of this Article. They shall take office immediately upon the conclusion of the election and each retiring officer shall turn over to the successor in office all properties and records relating to that office within thirty (30) days after the election.
Section 3: Elections. The nominated candidate receiving the greatest number of votes for each office shall be declared elected. The nominated candidates for other positions on the Board who receive the greatest number of votes for such positions shall be declared elected.
Section 4: Nominations. No person may be a candidate in a Club election who has not been nominated. During the month of July, the Board shall select a Nominating Committee consisting of three members and two alternates, not more than one of whom may be a member of the Board. The Secretary shall immediately notify the committeemen and alternates of their selection. The Board shall name a Chairman for the Committee and it shall be such person's duty to call a committee meeting which shall be held on or before August 15.
Section 1: The Board may each year appoint standing committees to advance the work of the Club in such matters as specialty shows, obedience trials, herding tests and trials, tracking tests, and agility trials, trophies, annual prizes, membership and other fields with may well be served by committees. Such committees shall always be subject to the final authority of the Board. Special committees may also be appointed by the Board to aid it on particular projects.
Section 2: Any committee appointment may be terminated by a majority vote of the full membership of the Board upon written notice to the appointee; and the Board may appoint successors to those persons who services have been terminated.
ARTICLE VI Discipline
Section 1: American Kennel Club Suspension. Any member who is suspended from the privileges of the American Kennel Club automatically will have their membership revoked and will have to reapply with the consent of two sponsors who are willing to verify their character and bettering of the breed.
Section 2: Charges. Any member may prefer charges against a member for alleged misconduct prejudicial to the best interest of the club or the breed. Written charges with specifications must be filed in duplicate with the Secretary together with a deposit of $25.00 which shall be forfeited if such charges are not sustained by the board following a hearing. The Secretary shall promptly send a copy of the charges to each member of the Board or present them at the Board Meeting, and the Board shall first consider whether the actions alleged in the charges, if proven, might constitute conduct prejudicial to the best interests of the Club. If the Board considers that the charges do not allege conduct which would be prejudicial to the best interest of the Club it may refuse to enterain jurisdiction. If the Board entertains jurisdiction of the charges it shall fix a date of a hearing by the Board not less than three (3) weeks or more than six (6) weeks thereafter. The Secretary shall promptly send one copy of the charges tot he accused member by registered mail together with a notice of the hearing and an assurance that the defendant may personally appear in his own defense and bring witnesses if he wishes.
Section 3: Board Hearing. The Board shall have complete authority to decide whether counsel may attend the hearing, but both complainant and defendant shall be treated uniformly in that regard. Should the charges be sustained, after hearing all the evidence and testimony presented by complainant and defendant, the Board may by a majority vote of those present reprimand or suspend the defendant from all privileges of the Club for not more than one year from the date of the hearing. And, if it deems that punishment insufficient, it may also recommend to the membership that the penalty be expulsion. In such case, the suspension shall not restrict the defendant's right to appear before his fellow members at the ensuing Club meeting which considers the Board's recommendation. Immediately after the Board has reached a decision, it's finding shall be put in written form and files with the Secretary. The Secretary, in turn, shall notify each of the parties of the Board's decision and penalty, if any.
Section 4: Expulsion. Expulsion of a member from the Club may be accomplished only at a meeting of the Club following a Board hearing and upon the Board's recommendation as provided in Section 3 of this Article. Such proceedings may occur at regular or special meeting of the Club to be held within 60 days but no earlier than 30 days after the date of the Board's recommendation of expulsion. The defendant shall have the privilege of appearing in his own behalf, though no evidence shall be taken at this meeting. The President shall read the charges and the Board's finding and recommendation, and shall invite the defendant, if present, to speak in his own behalf if he wishes. The members shall then vote by secret ballot on the proposed expulsion. A 2/3 vote of those present and voting at the meeting shall be necessary for expulsion. If expulsion is not so voted, the Board's suspension shall stand.
ARTICLE VII Amendments
Section 1: Amendments to the consitution and bylaws may be proposed by the Board of Directors or by written petition addressed tot he Secretary signed by twenty percent of the membership in good standing. Amendments proposed by such petition shall be promptly considered by the Board of Directors and must be submitted to the members with recommendations of the Board by the Secretary for a vote within three (3) months of the date when the petition was received by the Secretary.
Section 2: The constitution and bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds secret vote of the members present and voting at any regular or special meeting called for the purpose, provided the proposed amendments have been included in the notice of the meeting mailed to each member at least two weeks prior to the date of the meeting.
ARTICLE VIII Dissolution
Section 1: The Club may be dissolved at any time by the written consent of not less than two-thirds of the members. In the event of the dissolution of the Club other than for purposes of reorganization whether voluntary or involuntary or by operation of law, none of the property of the Club nor any proceeds thereof nor any assets of the Club shall be distributed to any members of the Club but after payment of the debts of the Club, its property and assets shall be given to a charitable organization for the benefits of the dogs selected by the Board of Directors.
ARTICLE IX Order of Business
Section 1: At meetings of the Club, the order of business, so far as the character and nature of the meeting may permit, shall be as follows:
Roll Call
Minutes of last meeting
Report of President
Report of Secretary
Report of Treasurer
Reports of committees
Unfinished business
New business
Election of Officers and Board (at annual meeting)
Election of new members
Announcements
Adjournments
Section 2: At meetings of the Board, the order of business, unless otherwise directed by majority vote of those present shall be as follows:
Roll Call
Minutes of last meeting
Report of Corresponding Secretary
Report of Treasurer
Report of Committees
Unfinished Business
New Business
Adjournment
ARTICLE X Parliamentary Authority
Section 1: The rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised, shall govern the Club in all cases to wich they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with the bylaws and any other special rules of the other the Club may adopt.
Article I Name and Objectives
Section 1: The name of the Club shall be the Pacific Northwest Border Collie Club (PNWBCC).
Section 2: The objectives of the Club shall be
- a. to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of purebred Border Collies, emphasizing the breed's natural herding ability as well as soundness;
- b. to do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, obedience trials, herding tests and trials, tracking tests and agility trials;
- c. to conduct sanctioned and licensed specialty shows and matches, obedience trials, herding tests and trials, tracking tests, and agility trials under the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club.
Section 3: PNWBCC shall not be conducted or operated for profit and no part of any profits or remainer of revenue from dues or donations to the Club shall not be appropriated for the benefit of any member or individual.
Section 4: The members of the Club shall adopt, and may from time to time revise, such By-laws as may be required to carry out these objectives.
BY-LAWS
ARTICLE I Membership
Section 1: Eligibility. Membership shall be open to all persons who subscribe to the objectives of this Club. While membership is to be unrestricted as to residence, the club's primary purpose is to be representative of the breeders and exhibitors in its immediate area. There shall be four types of membership as described below:
- a. Individual. Regular membership shall be open to all persons 18 years of age or older who subscribe to the purpose of this Club and who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club. This membership is for individuals. This membership shall be given all rights and privileges as stated in the By-Laws and allows one(1) vote.
- b. Household. This membership is available to household members who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club. Members 18 years or older shall be given all rights and privileges as stated in the By-laws and allows two (2) votes.
- c. Junior. Junior membership is available for individuals between the ages of 9 and under 18 years of age. This membership may not vote, hold office, or be counted in any quorum.
- d. Honorary. Honorary membership shall be open to all persons who have made a significant contribution to the Border Collie and/or the Pacific Northwest Border Collie Club. This membership provides no rights or privileges nor voting privileges as stated in the By-laws.
Section 2: Dues. Membership dues may be changed from time to time by a majority vote of those present at a Club meeting, but shall not increase to more than $50.00 per year. Dues are payable on or before the last day of January each year. Honorary members shall not pay annual dues. No member may vote whose dues are not paid for the current year. Members who join PNWBCC subsequent to the last day of July of each year shall be paid for the remainder of that year and the next calendar year. During the month of December the Treasurer shall send to each regular member, seperately or include with the PNWBCC newsletter, a statement of his/her dues for the ensuing year. If the dues notice is included int he newsletter, it shall be clearly indicated on the front page of the newsletter.
Section 3: Election to membership. Each applicant for membership shall apply on a form as approved by the Board of Directors and which shall provide that the applicant agrees to abide by the Constitution, Bylaws, Code-of-Ethics, and the rules of the American Kennel Club. The application shall state the name, address and phone number of the applicant and it shall carry the endorsement of one (1) member in good standing. Accompanying the application, the prospective member shall submit dues payment for the current year.
All applications are to be filed with the Treasurer. Each application is to be read at a meeting of the club and published in the next newsletter. At the Club meeting following publication, each application is to be read, and the application voted upon by secret ballot. Affirmative votes of 75% of the members present shall be required to elect the applicant. The Board of Directors, of its membership committee if this function has been delegated, may make recommendations on each application.
Applicants for membership who have been rejected by the Club may not re-apply within six months after such rejection.
Section 4: Termination of Membership. Memberships may be terminated, with no fees or moneys refunded, in the following ways:
- a. by resignation. Any member in good standing may resign fromt he Club upon written notice to the Treasurer, but no member may resign when in debt to the Club. Dues obligations are considered a debt tot he Club and they become incurred on the first day of each fiscal year.
- b. by lapsing. A membership will be considered as lapsed and automatically terminated if such member's dues remain unpaid 30 days after the first day of the fiscal year; however, the Board may grant an additional 60 days grace to such delinquent members in meritorious cases. In no case may a person be entitled to vote whose dues are unpaid. Those members whose dues are in danger of lapsing must be notified via written notice of this condition by the Treasurer.
- c. by expulsion. A membership may be terminated by expulsion as provided in Article VI of these By-laws.
Section 1: Club Meetings. Meetings of the Club shall be held a minimum of six (6) times per year, within the Pacific Northwest area at such hour and place as may be designated by the Board of Directors. Written notice of such meeting shall be mailed or emailed by the Secretary at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the meeting. The quorum for such meetings shall be twenty percent (%20) of the members in good standing.
Section 2: Special Club Meetings. Special Club meetings may be called by the President, or by a majority vote of the members of the Board who are present and voting at any regular or special meeting of the Board; and shall be called by the Secretary upon receipt of a petition signed by five members of the Club who are in good standing. Such special meetings shall be held in the Pacific Northwest area at such place, date and hour as may be designated by the person or persons authorized herein to call such meetings. Written noticed of such a meeting shall be mailed or emailed by the Secretary at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the meeting, and said notice shall state the purpose of the meeting, and no other Club business may be transacted thereat. The quorum for such meetings shall be twenty percent (20%) of the members in good standing.
Section 3: Board Meetings. Meetings of the Board shall be held within the Pacific Northwest area at such hour and place as may be designated by the Board a minimum of six (6) times per year. Written notice of each such meeting shall be mailed by the Secretary at least five (5) days and not more than ten (10) days prior to the date of the meeting. Any such notice shall state the purpose of the meeting and no other business shall be transacted thereat. A quorum for such a meeting shall be majority of the Board.
Section 4: Special Board Meetings. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the President; and shall be called by the Secretary upon receipt of a written request signed by at least three (3) members of the Board. Such special meetings shall be held in the Pacific Northwest area at such a place, date, and hour as may be designated by the person authorized herein to call such meeting. Written notice of such meeting shall be mailed by the Secretary at least five (5) days and not more than ten (10) days prior to the date of the meeting. Any such notice shall state the purpose of the meeting and no other business shall be transacted thereat. The quorum of such a meeting shall be a majority of the Board.
Section 5: Voting. Each member in good standing whose dues are paid for the current year shall be entitled to one vote at any meeting of the Club at which he is present. Proxy voting will not be permitted at any Club meeting or election.
ARTICLE III Directors and Officers
Section 1: Board of Directors. The Board shall be comprised of the officers, the immediate Past-President and two (2) other persons all of whom shall be members in good standing and all of whom shall be elected, with the exception of the Past-President, for two-year terms at the Club's annual meeting as provided in Article IV and shall serve util their successors are elected. No two members of the same family shall serve on the Board of Directors at the same time. General management of the Club's affairs shall be entrusted to the Board of Directors.
Section 2: Officers. The Club's officers, consisting of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer shall serve in their respective capacities both with regard to the Club and its meetings and the Board and its meetings.
- a. The President shall preside at all meetings of the Club and of the Board, and shall have the duties and powers normally appurtenant to the officer of President in addiction to those particularly specified in these Bylaws.
- b. The Vice-President shall have the duties and exercise the powers of the President in case of the President's death, absense of incapacity.
- c. The Secretary shall keep a record of all meetings of the Club and of the Board and of all matters of which a record shall be ordered by the Club; shall have charge of the corresponsdence, notify members of meeting, notify new members of their election to membership, notify officers and directors of their election to office, keep a roll of the members of the Club with their addresses, and carry out such other duties as are prescribed in these Bylaws.
- d. The Treasurer shall collect and recieve all moneys due or belonging to the Club. Moneys shall be deposited in the bank to designated by the Board, in the name of the Club. The books shall at all times be open to inspection of the Board and a report shall be given at every meeting of the condition of the Club's finances and every item of receipt or payment not before reported; and at the annual meeting an accounting shall be rendered of all moneys received and expended during theprevious fiscal year. The Treasurer shall be bonded in such amount as the Board of Directors shall determine. The Treasurer will also act as Membership chair as prescribed in these Bylaws.
Section 4: Terms of Office. No member may remain on the Board for the same position for more than two consecutive two-year terms. Serving out an unexpired term shall not be considered as one of the four.
Section 5: Removal. A member of the Board may be removed from the Board for failure to attend three meetings without sufficient cause, or for failure to perform the duties of the office. Removal requires a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the remaining members of the Board. The resulting vacancy shall be filled as described in Section 3 of this article.
Section 6: Committee Oversight. Each member of the Board shall have oversight of one or more committees, as assigned by the Board. The Board member shall report to the rest of the Board on the activities of the committees of which she or he has oversight.
ARTICLE IV The Club Year, Annual Meeting, Elections
Section 1: Club Year. The Club's fiscal year shall begin on the first day of February and end on the last day of January.
The Club's official year shall begin immediately at the conclusion of the election at the annual meeting and shall continue through the elction at the next meeting.
Section 2: Annual Meeting. The annual meeting shall be held in the month of January at which Officers and Directors for the ensuing year shall be elected by secret ballot from among those nominated in accordance with the Section 4 of this Article. They shall take office immediately upon the conclusion of the election and each retiring officer shall turn over to the successor in office all properties and records relating to that office within thirty (30) days after the election.
Section 3: Elections. The nominated candidate receiving the greatest number of votes for each office shall be declared elected. The nominated candidates for other positions on the Board who receive the greatest number of votes for such positions shall be declared elected.
Section 4: Nominations. No person may be a candidate in a Club election who has not been nominated. During the month of July, the Board shall select a Nominating Committee consisting of three members and two alternates, not more than one of whom may be a member of the Board. The Secretary shall immediately notify the committeemen and alternates of their selection. The Board shall name a Chairman for the Committee and it shall be such person's duty to call a committee meeting which shall be held on or before August 15.
- a. The Committee shall nominate one candidate for each office and position on the Board, and, after securing the consent of each person so nominated, shall immediately report their nominations to the Secretary in writing.
- b. Upon receipt of the Nominating Committee's report, the Secretary shall notify each member in writing of the candidates so nominated a minimum of two (2) weeks before the September meeting.
- c. Additional nominations may be made at the September meeting by any member in attendance provided that the person so nominated does not decline when their name is proposed, and provided further that if the proposed candidate is not in attendance at this meeting, the nominator shall present to the Secretary a written statement from the proposed canidate signifying willingness to be a candidate. No person may be a candidate for more than one position.
- d. Nominations cannot be made at the annual meeting or in any manner other than as provided in this Section.
Section 1: The Board may each year appoint standing committees to advance the work of the Club in such matters as specialty shows, obedience trials, herding tests and trials, tracking tests, and agility trials, trophies, annual prizes, membership and other fields with may well be served by committees. Such committees shall always be subject to the final authority of the Board. Special committees may also be appointed by the Board to aid it on particular projects.
Section 2: Any committee appointment may be terminated by a majority vote of the full membership of the Board upon written notice to the appointee; and the Board may appoint successors to those persons who services have been terminated.
ARTICLE VI Discipline
Section 1: American Kennel Club Suspension. Any member who is suspended from the privileges of the American Kennel Club automatically will have their membership revoked and will have to reapply with the consent of two sponsors who are willing to verify their character and bettering of the breed.
Section 2: Charges. Any member may prefer charges against a member for alleged misconduct prejudicial to the best interest of the club or the breed. Written charges with specifications must be filed in duplicate with the Secretary together with a deposit of $25.00 which shall be forfeited if such charges are not sustained by the board following a hearing. The Secretary shall promptly send a copy of the charges to each member of the Board or present them at the Board Meeting, and the Board shall first consider whether the actions alleged in the charges, if proven, might constitute conduct prejudicial to the best interests of the Club. If the Board considers that the charges do not allege conduct which would be prejudicial to the best interest of the Club it may refuse to enterain jurisdiction. If the Board entertains jurisdiction of the charges it shall fix a date of a hearing by the Board not less than three (3) weeks or more than six (6) weeks thereafter. The Secretary shall promptly send one copy of the charges tot he accused member by registered mail together with a notice of the hearing and an assurance that the defendant may personally appear in his own defense and bring witnesses if he wishes.
Section 3: Board Hearing. The Board shall have complete authority to decide whether counsel may attend the hearing, but both complainant and defendant shall be treated uniformly in that regard. Should the charges be sustained, after hearing all the evidence and testimony presented by complainant and defendant, the Board may by a majority vote of those present reprimand or suspend the defendant from all privileges of the Club for not more than one year from the date of the hearing. And, if it deems that punishment insufficient, it may also recommend to the membership that the penalty be expulsion. In such case, the suspension shall not restrict the defendant's right to appear before his fellow members at the ensuing Club meeting which considers the Board's recommendation. Immediately after the Board has reached a decision, it's finding shall be put in written form and files with the Secretary. The Secretary, in turn, shall notify each of the parties of the Board's decision and penalty, if any.
Section 4: Expulsion. Expulsion of a member from the Club may be accomplished only at a meeting of the Club following a Board hearing and upon the Board's recommendation as provided in Section 3 of this Article. Such proceedings may occur at regular or special meeting of the Club to be held within 60 days but no earlier than 30 days after the date of the Board's recommendation of expulsion. The defendant shall have the privilege of appearing in his own behalf, though no evidence shall be taken at this meeting. The President shall read the charges and the Board's finding and recommendation, and shall invite the defendant, if present, to speak in his own behalf if he wishes. The members shall then vote by secret ballot on the proposed expulsion. A 2/3 vote of those present and voting at the meeting shall be necessary for expulsion. If expulsion is not so voted, the Board's suspension shall stand.
ARTICLE VII Amendments
Section 1: Amendments to the consitution and bylaws may be proposed by the Board of Directors or by written petition addressed tot he Secretary signed by twenty percent of the membership in good standing. Amendments proposed by such petition shall be promptly considered by the Board of Directors and must be submitted to the members with recommendations of the Board by the Secretary for a vote within three (3) months of the date when the petition was received by the Secretary.
Section 2: The constitution and bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds secret vote of the members present and voting at any regular or special meeting called for the purpose, provided the proposed amendments have been included in the notice of the meeting mailed to each member at least two weeks prior to the date of the meeting.
ARTICLE VIII Dissolution
Section 1: The Club may be dissolved at any time by the written consent of not less than two-thirds of the members. In the event of the dissolution of the Club other than for purposes of reorganization whether voluntary or involuntary or by operation of law, none of the property of the Club nor any proceeds thereof nor any assets of the Club shall be distributed to any members of the Club but after payment of the debts of the Club, its property and assets shall be given to a charitable organization for the benefits of the dogs selected by the Board of Directors.
ARTICLE IX Order of Business
Section 1: At meetings of the Club, the order of business, so far as the character and nature of the meeting may permit, shall be as follows:
Roll Call
Minutes of last meeting
Report of President
Report of Secretary
Report of Treasurer
Reports of committees
Unfinished business
New business
Election of Officers and Board (at annual meeting)
Election of new members
Announcements
Adjournments
Section 2: At meetings of the Board, the order of business, unless otherwise directed by majority vote of those present shall be as follows:
Roll Call
Minutes of last meeting
Report of Corresponding Secretary
Report of Treasurer
Report of Committees
Unfinished Business
New Business
Adjournment
ARTICLE X Parliamentary Authority
Section 1: The rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised, shall govern the Club in all cases to wich they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with the bylaws and any other special rules of the other the Club may adopt.
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