Tampa Bay Vettes Bylaws

TAMPA BAY VETTES, Inc.

Bylaws

ARTICLE I
Section 1. Name

The name of the Club shall be Tampa Bay Vettes, Inc., hereinafter referred to as "The Club" or as the "Nonprofit Corporation". The Club is a Nonprofit Corporation under the laws of the State of Florida.

Section 2. Office of the Corporation

The registered office of the Nonprofit Corporation shall be at 508 Severn Avenue, Tampa, FL 33606. Each succeeding year the office shall be the address of the President of The Club.

Section 3. Purpose

The purpose of the club shall be to promote safe use and enjoyment of Corvettes and to share fellowship with club members and their families. The club should encourage trips, events, and social activities for its members.
The Club also supports various charities as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. Funds donated to Charity are derived from events specifically held for charity, i.e., Homecomings. Members can also propose and sponsor an event to raise money for a specific charity. Funds raised for a charity must be identified as such and accounted for by the Treasurer in the club financial ledger.
All club events must be proposed to and approved by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE II
Section 1. Members

Membership in The Club shall be available to adults (21 years of age or older) who are Corvette owners or have an interest in Corvettes. A member shall be an individual or an individual and his or her significant other.

Section 2. Active Members

Any member whose annual dues and fees are current is considered an active member.

Section 3. Dues

Annual Dues for Club Membership will be (25.00) twenty-five dollars (US). This includes one adult and a significant other. Dues shall be paid in full at the time of application.
If an application for membership is received in the 4^th quarter of the calendar year, the membership will be active not only for the final quarter of the calendar year but also for the following calendar year. Membership will lapse as of March 31^st for any unpaid member. Dues are non-refundable.

Section 4. Expulsion

Any member may be expelled for any infraction of club rules, bylaws, or such other causes as may be determined by the majority of the voting members as not being in the best interest of The Club. Before such action is final, the member shall have the opportunity of submitting in writing or in person his position on any charge as stated.
An expelled member may apply for reinstatement by submitting a written request to the Board of Directors for review and approval.

ARTICLE III
Section 1. Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of the members shall be held on the second Wednesday in December of each year for election of Officers, Board of Directors, reports of current Officers and Committees, and such other business as lawfully may come before the meeting.

Section 2. Monthly Meetings

The regular monthly meeting shall be held on the second Wednesday of each month.

Section 3. Special Meetings

The President or the majority of the officers may call special meetings of the officers or members.

Section 4. Quorum

At all monthly Club meetings, a quorum is defined as either (1) a majority of the total number of members or (2) a minimum of 25 members, whichever is less.

Section 5. Voting

Each paid member is entitled to one (1) vote, either by a "show of hands" or a secret ballot at the discretion of the presiding officer.

ARTICLE IV
Section 1. Officers

A. The members shall elect from its members a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Each Officer is jointly designated a Director. The Officers constitute the Board of Directors of The Club unless otherwise appointed by The Officers.

B. A nominating committee, comprised of Club members not seeking election, shall be appointed by the president, at least two months before the Annual Meeting. They shall present their slate of candidates at the November meeting. In addition nominations from the floor will be accepted until the vote is taken.
C. Vacancies in the Officer positions shall be filled by appointment by the Board of Directors to finish the un-expired term.
D. Election of the Club Officers shall be held at the annual meeting in December (per Articles of Incorporation). All officers shall be elected at this meeting by a majority vote of the members present where a quorum has been established. The elected officers shall assume their duties effective January 1^st of the following year.
E. The term of any officer shall be one (1) year. Any current officer may succeed himself/herself in the same office if reelected. No officer may be elected for more than two (2) consecutive terms in the same office. However, the retiring officer may be elected to a different office if he/she is willing to serve.

ARTICLE V
Section 1. Duties of the President

The President shall preside at all meetings of the members and the Board of Directors. The President shall perform all the duties of his office and may call special meetings of the Board of Directors and members under the provisions of Article III.

Section 2. Duties of the Vice-President

In the absence of the President or in the case of the President’s resignation or inability or refusal to act, all the duties usually appertaining to that office shall be performed by the Vice President. During the meetings the Vice-President shall act as or appoint a member to act as the Master at Arms to keep the meeting organized and on track.

Section 3. Duties of the Secretary

The Secretary shall attend all meetings of the members and Directors and record all minutes and votes. The Secretary shall keep an up to date record of all Members along with a roll call of Members attending meetings. The Secretary shall have custody of the Club’s records. In the absence of the Secretary from any of the meetings, a secretary pro tem, shall be chosen by the presiding Officer.

Section 4. Duties of the Treasurer

The Treasurer shall, subject to such conditions and restrictions as may be made by the Directors, have custody of all monies, debts, and legal obligations The Club may be responsible for, including payment to the State of Florida for the Annual Incorporation Fee.
The Treasurer shall receive all monies of payments of club income. He/She shall be able to pay any and all approved Club obligations up to $100.00 without permission of the Board of Directors. He/She shall be required to obtain approval of the Board of Directors only for all obligations over $100.00 and under $300.00. Approval to pay obligations in excess of $300.00 must be by majority vote of the active members where a quorum has been established.
The Treasurer is required to give a written and oral report at each meeting, giving monthly disbursements, deposits, and present balance.

ARTICLE VI
Section 1. Officer Liability

The private property of the Board of Directors or any Club Officer shall not be subject to use for the payment of debts or obligations of The Club in any amount and to any extent whatsoever, nor shall any member of the Board of Directors or any Club Officer be held personally liable for any debt, liability, act or obligation of The Club.

Section 2. Liability Insurance

As protection against unforeseen liability claims arising from the Club’s activities, the officers of the Club are required to maintain without lapse reasonable Liability Insurance for the members of the Club and its officers.

ARTICLE VII . Amendment

Section 1. Amendments to the Bylaws: The Board of Directors or any ten active members may, by a written proposal submitted to the secretary, propose an amendment to the Bylaws. Any proposals must be submitted to the secretary at least fourteen (14) days prior to the next meeting. If proposed by the members, the submitted proposal must also include the names of the members who drafted the proposal. Upon such a proposal being made, the Secretary will notify all Members in the notice of the next meeting of the Membership. This notice will occur at least seven (7) days prior to the next regularly scheduled meeting. If a majority of the members in attendance representing a quorum, vote in favor of the proposal at the meeting, the proposed amendment shall thereby be approved and adopted.