In process of ratification, not yet official.
Preamble:
We, the undersigned, wishing to secure for ourselves the pleasures and benefits
of an association of persons commonly interested in the consumption of Tab,
constitute ourselves the United Tab Drinkers of Northeastern Minnesota and enact
this constitution as our governing law. It shall be our purpose to further the
exchange of information and cooperation between members, to promote Tab knowledge,
fraternalism and individual operating efficiency, and to so conduct club programs
and activities as to advance the general interest and welfare of Tab consumption
worldwide.
Membership: Article I
All persons interested in Tab consumption and are located or claim heritage
within the Northeastern Minnesota region shall be eligible for membership. Membership
shall be by application and election upon such terms as the club shall provide
in its By-Laws.
Officers: Article II
Sec. 1. The officers of this club shall be President, Vice-President, Secretary
and Treasurer.
Sec. 2. The officers of this club shall be elected for a term of one year by
ballot of the members present, provided there be a quorum, at the annual meeting.
Sec. 3. Vacancies occurring between elections must be filled by special elections
at the first regular meeting following the withdrawal or resignation.
Sec. 4. Officers may be removed by a three-fourths vote of the membership.
Duties of Officers: Article III
Sec. 1. The President shall preside at all meetings, and conduct them according
to the rules adopted. He shall enforce due observance of this Constitution and
By-Laws; decide all questions of order; sign all official documents adopted
by the club, and perform all other duties pertaining to the office of President.
Sec. 2. The Vice-President shall assume all the duties of the President in his
absence. In addition, he shall organize club activities, plan and recommend
contests for operating benefits, and advance club interest and activity as approved
by the club. He shall maintain close liaison with the general public to further
the club’s ideology.
Sec. 3. The Secretary shall keep a record of the proceedings of all meetings,
keep a roll of members, submit membership applications, carry on all correspondence,
read communications at each meeting, and mail written meeting notices to each
member. At the expiration of his term he shall turn over all items belonging
to the club to his successor.
Sec. 4. The Treasurer shall receive and receipt for all monies paid to the club;
keep an accurate account of all monies received and expended; pay no bills without
proper authorization (by the club or its officers constituting a business committee).
At the end of each meeting he shall submit an itemized statement of disbursements
and receipts. At the end of his term he shall turn over everything in his possession
belonging to the club to his successor.
Meetings: Article IV
The By-Laws shall provide for regular and special meetings. At meetings, a minimum
of one-third of the membership shall constitute a quorum for the transaction
of business.
Dues: Article V
The club, by majority vote of those present at any regular meeting, may levy
upon the general membership such dues or assessments as shall be deemed necessary
for the business of the organization. Non-payment of such dues or assessments
shall be cause for expulsion from the club within the discretion of the membership.
Membership Assistance: Article VI
The club, through designated interference, Public Relations, and Operating Committees
will provide technical advice to members concerning brand identification. The
club shall also maintain a program to foster and guide public relations.
Amendments: Article VII
This constitution or By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the total
membership. Proposals for amendments shall be submitted in writing at a regular
meeting and shall be voted on at the next following regular meeting, provided
all members have been noticed by mail of the intent to amend the constitution
and/or By-Laws at said meeting.
By-Laws:
1. Secretary. It shall be the duty of the Secretary to keep the constitution
and By-Laws of the club and have the same with him at every meeting. He shall
note all amendments, changes and additions on the constitution and shall permit
it to be consulted by members upon request.
2. Membership. Full membership is open to anyone exhibiting interest and a firm
identity with in the Tab brand. Full membership includes all club privileges
as well as rights to hold a club office and to vote for club officers. Associate
membership is open to anyone eliciting interest in the Tab brand but has yet
to understand the intricate means by which full members identify with the beverage.
Associate membership includes all club privileges except for the right to hold
office and vote for club officers. Applications for membership shall be submitted
at regular meetings.
3. Meetings. Regular meetings shall be held on the most convenient date of each
calendar month. Special meetings may be called by the President upon the written
request of any club member. Notices shall be sent to members concerning special
meetings and the business to be transacted. Only such business as designated
shall be transacted. Such notices shall be sent so that they arrive not less
than 24 hours before the meeting.
4. Dues. A regular monthly assessment of fiscal responsibility is mandatory
and will determine the dollar amount charged per member and is hereby assessed
in accordance with the provisions of Article V of the constitution for the purpose
of providing funds for expenses.
5. Interference committee. This committee shall consist of all full members.
The committee shall direct investigation, invite proper inquires, establish
technical facts and testimony and report its results to the club.
12/21/05
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