We, the undersigned, wishing to secure for ourselves the pleasures and benefits of an association of persons commonly interested in Amateur Radio, constitute ourselves the Jasper Radio Club 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 radio knowledge, fraternalism and individual operating proficiency, to so conduct club programs and activities as to advance the general interest and welfare of Amateur Radio in the community, and to provide relevant public service to the community.
All persons interested in Amateur Radio communications shall be eligible for membership. Membership shall be by application and election upon such terms as the club shall provide in its By-laws.
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 members present, provided there is 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.
Sec. 1. The President shall preside at all meetings and conduct them according to the rules adopted. He/she 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 of the office of President.
Sec. 2. The Vice-President shall assume all duties of the President in his/her absence. In addition, he/she shall organize club activities, plan and recommend contests for operating benefits and advance club interest and activity as approved by the club. He/she shall maintain close liaison with the ARRL Section Emergency Coordinator to further club participation in the Amateur Radio Emergency Service.
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 provide meeting notices to each member. At the expiration of his/her term he/she shall turn over all items belonging to the club to his/her successor.
Sec. 4. The Treasurer shall receive and receipt all monies paid to the club, keep an accurate account of all monies received and expended and pay no bills without proper authorization (by the club or its officers constituting a business committee). At the end of each quarter he/she shall submit an itemized statement of disbursements and receipts. At the end of his/her term he/she shall turn over everything in his/her possession belonging to the club to his/her successor.
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. Roberts� Rules of Order shall govern proceedings.
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.
The club, through designated committees will provide technical and practical advice to members concerning proper operation of a club-member station. The club shall also maintain a public relations program.
This Constitution may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the total membership. The By-Laws may be amended by a simple majority of the total membership. Proposals for amendments shall be submitted in writing at a regular meeting, provided all members have been properly notified of the intent to amend the Constitution and/or By-Laws at said meeting.
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/her at every meeting. He/she shall note all amendments, changes and additions to the Constitution and/or By-Laws and shall inform all members of any changes.
Membership. Full membership is open to all licensed amateurs. Associate membership is open to other interested persons. Full membership includes all club benefits as well as privileges to hold a club office and to vote for club officers. Associate membership includes all club benefits except for the privilege to hold office and vote for club officers. Request for membership shall be submitted at regular meetings and be voted by simple majority of members present.
Meetings. Regular meetings shall be held on the second Thursday of each calendar month. Special meetings may be called by the President as needed. 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 may be sent by electronic means so that they arrive not less than 24 hours before the meeting.
Dues. A regular assessment shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of Article V of the Constitution for the purpose of providing funds for expenses. Members joining after the first of the fiscal year will be assessed on a prorated basis.