By-laws of

1. Operational Rules:

a. Portrayal - We portray Company E, 77th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, hereafter know as the Unit.

b. Amendment Procedures - These by-laws may be amended by a majority vote of members in good standing. A member in good standing is defined as a member whose dues are current and is not under disciplinary action.

c. Membership - Membership in the organization shall not be denied because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, physical disability, or political affiliation. To become a member of the organization, a party must fully fill out a Unit membership application, including a liability release, and be accepted into a unit of the organization and pay such dues as are required by the organization. For purposes of memberships, family members include only parents (either natural or through adoption), legal guardians or stepparents, and their minor children. Once a member of a family reaches the age of 18 years of age, they must have a separate membership to participate.

d. Dues and Membership - Dues are paid by all members of the organization annually in order to be a member in good standing of the organization. Dues are paid yearly, expiring with the calendar year. Dues are set by the same procedures used to change Operational Rules.

1) Dues are $20.00 per annum.

2) A lifetime membership is available for a one-time payment of $400.

3) Dues are payable after January 1st. The deadline is the last day of February.

4) In the event of dissolution, all Unit property will be sold at auction. The proceeds along with all money remaining in the treasury will be evenly divided among all members in good standing.

e. Visiting Reenactors - A member in good standing of a Civil War reenactment organization may participate in a single Unit event upon signing a liability release form and permission from the Unit commander.

f. Minors as Members:

1) Minors are subject to all rules and regulations of the Unit. Minors under the age of 12 are prohibited from membership in military units. A minor recognized as an emancipated minor under the laws of the State of Oklahoma is recognized as an adult under the rules and regulations of the organization. All minors (persons under 18 years of age) at an event must have a parent who is attending such event and is a member of the organization. A parent must sign a Minor's Waiver of Liability before the minor may join the organization; in a form approved by the Commander of the organization. In the event that a minor's parent will not be in attendance at an event, such parent may appoint an adult age 21 or older as temporary guardian of the minor by delivery of a written assignment of responsibility executed by the parent and delivered to such minor's Unit Commander, the Cadet Corps Commandant or the Civilian Corps Mayor. No adult may be responsible for more than two minors who are not such adult's children.

2) To participate as a combatant, a minor must be at least 16 years old; Minors aged 12 or more may participate as functioning musician in a military unit upon:

a) Acquiring written permission from a parent or the Unit Commander.

b) Passing the appropriate safety test. Permission may be revoked by any one (parent, Unit Commander, Army Commander) and at that time the minor may no longer participate as a combatant member of, or a functioning musician in, a military unit.

(1) A parent or guardian is responsible for the supervision of the minor(s) under his or her care at all times during a Unit event. Parents or guardians who do not supervise their minors are subject to disciplinary action.

g. Membership cards will be issued to all dues-paying members and minor members bearing important personal and medical information.

h. Lose of membership privileges – Failure to pay dues before March 1st, will result in the loss of all rank, privileges, and standing within the 77th PVI. Members must reapply and paid full dues before being reinstated.

2. Non-profit Organization Membership – The Unit will maintain membership in the Mid-West Reenactors Association.

3. The Unit will maintain membership in the Frontier Brigade by attending at least one brigade event per calendar year.

a. The captain will represent the Unit to the brigade.

b. When brigade and Unit safety guidelines differ, the stricter of the two will be enforced (with the exception of the maximum charge for a .69 cal. weapon.)

4. Venture Crew – The Unit will sponsor a Boy Scouts of America Venture Crew.

5. Elections:

a. Regular Elections:

1) In the month of October, the First Sergeant will specify a date no earlier than November 15 for the closing of nominations or statements of candidacy.

2) No later than December 15, the First Sergeant, or his agent, mails ballots to qualified voters. Ballots will include a stamped return envelope and a blank envelope.

3) Qualified voters are all dues paying members in good standing over the age of 16.

4) Ballots are counted at the annual meeting on the second Saturday of January, or on such other date as may be set by the captain. Any ballot not in a sealed unmarked envelope will be void.

5) The winner of each position shall be the party who receives the greatest number of votes cast for the respective position and need not constitute a majority in the event that more than two parties are standing for a single position. Election results shall be announced immediately after tabulation.

6) The captain is elected to a five-year term of office. The current term will expire on January 31st, 2006.

7) Corporals are elected at a rate of one per six privates who are members in good standing. The term of office will be one year, from February 1st to January 31st.

8) For the Civilian Corps, these positions are elected: Mayor, Vice-Mayor and Town Clerk. All civilians age 16 or older may vote in the Civilian Corps election.

9) For all positions, nominations are opened for one month, and a list of candidates and statements published in the Newsletter.

b. Recall Elections:

1) Any elected official of the Unit is subject to a recall election upon filing with any member of the Cadre a recall petition signed by at least one third (1/3) of the voting members in their constituency, viz.: For the Civilian Corps elected positions, one third (1/3) of members eligible to vote in the Civilian Corps elections.

2) To take effect, the recall must receive a yes vote from a two thirds (2/3) majority of all voting members.

c. Vacancy Elections:

1) Any elected Unit position made vacant is filled by re-election.

2) The vacancy is filled by majority vote by the Unit at the next regularly scheduled event.

6. Safety Responsibility - All Unit members and guest participants must read of the Safety Annex before participating in any Unit event. Members must pass the safety test.

7. Discipline:

a. Cause for Disciplinary Procedures - Undesirable conduct may, together with specification of charges, form the basis for disciplinary actions, and includes:

1) Violation of Unit Rules:

a) Undesirable conduct in the presence of women and children:

b) Starting a fight:

c) Not showing up at designated times during an event:

d) Being under influence of illegal or dangerous drugs;

e) Physical abuse of another person;

f) Excessive intoxication;

g) Abusively profane language;

h) Insubordination;

i) Neglect of duties;

j) Conduct which seriously impairs the ability of others to perform or carry out the stated purposes of the Unit;

2) Conviction of a felony or misdemeanor in a court of law that impairs the ability of the Unit to carry out its stated purposes;

3) Violation of State or Federal law.

b. General Enforcement of Rules

1) Violations of Rules by members are dealt with by bringing the matter to the attention of the following, who will work to resolve the issue:

a) Individual;

b) To the commander.

2) If there is still no resolution, then Disciplinary Proceedings may be invoked.

c. Disciplinary Proceedings - The Captain will determine if, how and when disciplinary actions are to be carried out. The First Sergeant will execute disciplinary actions unless otherwise ordered by the Captain.

d. Imposed Discipline - Discipline of a member may include private reprimand, public reprimand, reduction in grade, suspension from Unit activities, expulsion or disenfranchisement of any specific right, privilege, and rank or unit status.

e. Appeal Proceedings - All appeals will be referred to a hearing presided over by the First Lieutenant and paneled by all other cadre members excluding the captain.

8. Definition of Portrayal - We portray the first company E which was recruited from Allegheny and Mercer counties, and mustered into federal army, serving from August 1861, until March 1865, at which time the men were consolidated into companies A and D. The Unit fought in the Western Theater from Shiloh to Atlanta to Nashville. These guidelines will be followed:

a. Individual clothing, uniforms, equipment, weapons, insignia, and personal items will be specific to the Army of the Cumberland in general and the 77th in particular. (See also Appendix B and US Army Regulations, 1861)

b. The regimental colors shall consist of the second issue state colors of the 77th, and a standard blue regimental color. Guidons, flank markers, and camp markers may be used at the discretion of the commander in coordination with event sponsors. No colors other than regimental colors will be carried into battle without historical documentation.

c. Camp furniture and layout shall be appropriate for the scenario, i.e. early or late war; campaign or encampment.

d. Casey’s Infantry Tactics will be standard unless otherwise specified.

9. Modern Articles - Non-period articles are not permitted to be visible in the camps during public hours. After public hours, non-period articles affecting neighboring camps, such as overly bright lights, loud radios, etc. are not allowed during the event.

10. Long Arm Authenticity - Infantry privates carry full length (3-band) muzzle-loading long arms. No other arms and use of anything other than 3-band muzzle-loading long arms allowed without permission of the commander.

11. Camp Authenticity:

a. "Taps" is sounded at midnight during events, and "All quiet" is maintained from that time until "Reveille" the next morning. The Civilian Town operates under this rule as well as the Army Camps.

b. Wall tents not permitted in the army camp, except for Army officers, unless approved by the Unit and the Army Commander.

c. Recruiting posters displayed in the Army camps only if they are reproductions of original unit recruiting posters or broadsides, without alteration. Modern recruiting posters displayed only at the Information Tent.

12. Gender Authenticity – female members portraying men in Army ranks are permitted if and only if they are not recognized as women from a distance of 20 feet.

13. Army Staff - All cadre perform duties according to 1861 Army Regulations and as follows:

a. The Captain performs the following functions:

1) Plans and implements all Unit activities, including:

a) Arranges orderly camp layout and communication;

b) Enforces Unit Rules, personally or through Staff;

c) Assures that safety and security announcements are fully disseminated throughout the Unit;

d) Communicates with other army commander and the Civilian Corps Mayor as required to coordinate scenarios and maintain good relations;

e) Makes a final decision on matters pertaining to the conduct of the army camps in regards to behavior of all troops, including guests, disposition of camp structure and conduct of all personnel. This includes Civilian Corps members requesting permission to camp with the army; all Civilians do so only with the express permission of the army commanders.

2) Serves as spokesman for the Unit at events.

3) Assigns a specific staff member the responsibility for Provost (e.g., Provost Marshal, Sergeant/Corporal of the Guard, or Officer of the Day.)

4) Grants brevet (acting) rank to fill vacancies in the field.

b. The First Lieutenant performs the following functions:

1) Acts as Chief of Staff;

2) Holds field command duties and responsibilities as assigned by the captain;

3) Functions as the captain in latter’s absence.

c. The First Sergeant works directly for the commander and performs the following functions:

1) Sees that the orders of the day are carried out;

2) Keeps the official records of the organization, documentation, and other records;

3) Takes minutes of meetings attended. Formats the minutes and distributes them to all Cadre members, the newsletter, and other requesting parties;

4) Maintains files on all correspondence;

5) Sees that staff non-commissioned officers carry out their duties;

6) Sees that all non-commissioned officers are trained;

7) Acts as Chief Drill Instructor;

8) Performs other duties assigned by the captain.

d. Sergeants and corporals perform duties according to regulations and as assigned by the 1st Sgt.

e. No Unit members will promote himself or wear unauthorized rank during any sponsored or recognized Unit event in the presence of the public at any time.

14. Appointed Positions - The Captain makes the following appointments, with the advice and consent of the cadre as follows:

a. The following Officers at his discretion:

1) An Army Chaplain - The Chaplain must be a member in good standing under his religious denomination and have a sincere call of faith to perform such a ministry. The Chaplain conducts non-denominational services and activities appropriate to the position.

2) Other Staff officers, such as:

a) The First lieutenant;

b) Cadet Corp Commander;

3) With the advice and consent of his first lieutenant: The Second Lieutenant;

4) With the advice and consent of his lieutenants: The Third Lieutenant;

b. With the advice and consent of his officers (except the chaplain):

1) First Sergeant,

2) Acting Ordnance Sergeant,

3) Quartermaster Sergeant,

4) Commissary Sergeant (or Corporal,)

5) Principal Musician,

6) Pioneer Sergeant (or Corporal,)

7) Sergeant (or Corporal) of the Guard,

8) Signals Sergeant (or Corporal),

9) Treasurer - The Treasurer is responsible for the following functions:

a) Maintains a complete set of books showing income and expenses of the Unit;

b) Prepares yearly budget for approval;

c) Maintains files on all Unit members, to include membership form, liability release and payment of dues;

d) Receive all moneys due the Unit and deposit the same in the Unit accounts;

e) Disperses moneys for expenses accrued, under the directions of the President and/or the Administrative Board.

c. With the advice and consent of his officers (except the chaplain) and the First Sergeant:

1) Second Sergeant,

2) Third Sergeant,

3) Forth Sergeant,

4) Fifth sergeant,

d. At a minimum the cadre will consist of one each captain, lieutenant, sergeant, and corporal.

e. The captain retains the right to relieve for cause any person holding an appointed or elected position. A vacancy election will be held, to fill elected vacancies so created.

15. Cadet Corps - To participate in the Cadet Corps, minors must be age 12 or older; younger minors may participate with the permission of the Cadet Corps Commandant. Minors below age 12 who seem to display a sufficiently competent disposition to the satisfaction of the Cadet Corps Commandant may belong to the Cadet Militia. The Cadet Corps is located within the Civilian Corps Township. It functions primarily as a non-partisan unit made up of eligible minors. The Cadet Corps Guidelines & Regulations are the responsibility of the Cadet Corps Commandant.

16. These by-laws shall take effect upon a majority vote at the next annual meeting.

Appendix A - Safety

1 Safety Test - The First Sergeant is responsible for administering the Safety Test.

1) Tests cover specific safety areas, and include:

1) General safety;

2) Weapons safety, specific to weapons type, for those members using weapons.

2) Tests have written questions and an answer key, but may be given orally, and ask for demonstrations of safety knowledge. Unit Commanders sign passed tests; a passing grade is 100 percent.

3) Members need to take the appropriate test before participating on the battlefield, and to take whatever tests are appropriate for whatever battlefield function is performed. For example, an infantryman needs to pass the test appropriate to artillery before participating as a member of an artillery gun crew. Corps members need to pass the appropriate test during their first event of participation.

4) The First Sergeant keeps signed copies of the tests, and records the month and year passed for the members' tests for the database. The test is retaken only if:

1) Requested by the captain, for cause;

2) Membership is not renewed, or the member does not attend any events, for a year or more;

3) The member is found in violation of a Safety Rule.

5) Visiting reenactors read the Safety Rules and acknowledge that they have by their signature, but are required to take the Safety Test only at the discretion of the commander.

2 Safety Zones

1) A Safety Zone of 3 yards is required between:

1) Anyone riding or driving horses or mules, and the public;

2) Campfires or cooking fires, and tents (this does not apply to fires built under tent flies during the rain; soaked canvas does not burn;)

3) Ground charges and anyone who is not a ground charge technician, unless authorized.

2) A Safety Zone of 10 yards is required between:

1) Anyone carrying unsecured weapons, and the public;

2) Anyone carrying loaded weapons, and artillery ammunition boxes, limbers or caissons;

3) Artillery powder magazines, and anyone not an authorized member of the artillery;

4) A loaded artillery piece, and persons standing to the side of the muzzle (except the gun's crew;)

5) Anyone firing weapons, and the persons at which the weapons are aimed (if persons are within 10 yards, weapons are fired straight up in the air.)

3) A Safety Zone of 20 yards is required between:

1) Anyone firing weapons, and mounted persons at which the weapons are aimed (if mounted persons are within 20 yards, weapons are fired straight up in the air);

2) Anyone firing weapons, and equine picket lines;

3) A loaded artillery piece, and persons standing in front of the muzzle;

4) Artillery emplacements (guns and ammunition boxes), and the public.

3 Battlefield and Camp Safety:

1) The public is not allowed:

1) On the battlefield, during battle scenarios, until after the field has been cleared;

2) On the battlefield, between battle scenarios, if live ground charges are present, or demonstrations are being held;

3) In military camps, during battle scenarios;

4) In the Civilian Town, during battle scenarios, unless the Town is declared open to the public;

5) In any member's tent, unless by express invitation of the owner.

2) The public is allowed on the field immediately following battle scenarios only if they are part of approved tours of the field guided by Unit members.

3) Members are not allowed in the military camps during battle scenarios unless they are wearing period clothing.

4 The call "Medic!" is for use in actual emergencies only. For living history, call "surgeon," "stretcher bearer," or other period terms.

5 Carelessly hazardous conduct (e.g., "horseplay") is not allowed on the field.

6 Alcohol may not be consumed during public hours, nor until weapons are secured.

7 Hand-to-hand battle scenarios require the permission of the Army Commanders, and practice in the techniques by the participants.

8 Members may not smoke or have open flames:

1) While handling black powder in any form;

2) Within the artillery powder magazine Safety Zone;

3) In formation (except on the field at "Rest," with weapons stacked or secured;)

4) When carrying a loaded weapon;

5) On the field, during battle scenarios (except on the field at "Rest," with weapons stacked or secured;)

6) After battles until all weapons and cartridges have been secured.

9 General Weapons Safety:

1) Members may not fire weapons:

1) If portraying a wounded man, on the ground;

2) From a hospital tent or fly;

3) In camp or in Town, without permission of the commander;

4) From the ground in prone position, without permission of the officer commanding (permission is withheld for fire danger, or if loose gravel may be kicked up by muzzle blast).

2) Weapons are not loaded with any projectiles at Unit events. The sole exception is during a “live fire” event on a properly constructed and supervised range.

3) Unit commanders are responsible for ensuring that weapons are not loaded with projectiles, and that weapons are in safe and serviceable condition. The Acting Ordnance Sergeant has the authority to see that this is done. Weapons of any type found unsafe are not allowed on the battlefield.

4) Long arms, artillery and ground charges are cleared by firing at the end of battle scenarios, and are not reloaded except on orders.

5) Owners of weapons, black powder and other such supplies (e.g., percussion caps or friction primers) are responsible for ensuring that these remain under control away from unauthorized persons. Weapons and black powder must be secured or guarded when not under direct control.

6) Long arms are reloaded on the battlefield only with prepared cartridges. Pistols are reloaded on the battlefield only with prepared cartridges or spare cylinders. Powder flasks are not allowed on the battlefield.

7) Members will not touch any weapons other than their own, unless picking up a weapon reasonably thought to be lost, in order to turn over the weapon to the Army Staff, or as required for "Stack Arms," "Inspection Arms," etc. Military courtesy allows a superior to require a subordinate to present his weapon at any time.

8) Members of the public cannot fire weapons at any Unit event.

9) Members of the public cannot handle pistols or bladed weapons.

10 Long Arm Safety:

1) All long arms are loaded with no more than 70 grains for .58 cal, or 90 grs. For .69 cal. of FFg or FFFg grade black powder.

2) Rifle-musket and musket cartridges conform to Civil War specifications, with paper, and tied with string if desired, but no staples, tape, or glue or other methods of securing the cartridge are used.

3) Carbine and other shoulder arm cartridges conform to Civil War specifications. Hard-cased ammunition is sealed only with compressed Cream of Wheat, or with "crumbling" Styrofoam and "shooting grease," but not both.

4) Ramrods allowed on the battlefield when securely attached to the long arm, and are not used in loading unless on orders, in controlled firing demonstrations. Paper cartridge wrappers will not be rammed without orders.

11 Pistol and Revolver Safety:

1) Only commissioned officers may carry pistols or revolvers.

2) Pistols and revolvers are loaded with no more than 35 grains FFFg or FFFFg grade black powder, except single-shot muzzle-loading pistols, which are loaded with no more than 40 grains black powder.

3) Revolver chambers sealed only with compressed Cream of Wheat, or with "crumbling" Styrofoam and "shooting grease," but not both.

4) Percussion caps not applied to revolver cylinders until the chambers are loaded.

5) All pistols will be carried in a holster when loaded to avoid accidental discharge. Pistols will not be carried in waistbands, belts or boots, whether loaded or not. Pistols are considered secured if they carried in a holster with the flap closed or a loop over the hammer. Pistols will be carried with the hammer resting on an EMPTY chamber.

6) Extra revolver cylinders will NOT be carried.

7) Pistols are loaded on orders of the commander, and on these orders, pistols may be loaded prior to battle scenarios. Orders may also be given to reload automatically during battle scenarios.

12 Bladed Weapons Safety:

1) Steel bayonets fixed only for parade, guard duty, arms inspection, stacking arms, drill, digging in, or other scenarios, at the direction of the officers.

2) Only officers or senior NCOs carry swords.

3) Knives will not be carried on the belt nor drawn on the field.

Appendix B - Uniforms and Equipment

1. The following is the basic equipment list for new recruits. Optional equipment is in additional to required equipment. Any deviation from these standards requires command approval.

2. HATS

a. Required: Model 1858 forge cap or Kepi with bugle and company letter E.

b. Optional: Black or dark brown period slouch hat.

3. COATS

a. Required: Four-button dark blue sack coat lined or unlined.

b. Optional: Enlisted frockcoat.

4. TROUSERS - Sky-blue kersey wool with button fly, pockets and held up by suspenders.

5. SHIRT – The standard Government Issue shirt for enlisted federal soldiers was a simple shirt made of un-dyed or gray domet flannel. Unbleached muslin is an acceptable substitute. Latitude is allowed here since Civil War soldiers often received shirts from home or purchased them. Shirts are long sleeve with sleeves generally looser than a modern shirt, with horn, bone, mother of pearl, or glass buttons and made from muslin, calico or flannel. The shirt is generally mid-thigh or knee length. Sutlers generally carry the generic blue, black or red plaid shirts.

6. ACCOUTREMENTS

a. M1855 58 cal. Cartridge Box with tins and oval US. A 69 cal. box may be used with a weapon of the same caliber.

b. Cartridge Box Strap with Eagle Breast Plate;

c. Waist Belt (Keeper recommended ;)

d. Belt plate - (both required ;)

1) First purchase: Oval US;

2) Second purchase: Pennsylvania oval;

e. Cap Box - M1850

f. Bayonet with scabbard. A US scabbard is preferable regardless of weapon type.

7. CANTEEN – M1858 smooth side with wool cover (preferably jean cloth) and leather or cotton sling. An 1861 “Bulls-eye” canteen maybe used. This is necessary. You will never take the field without a full canteen. Canteens are now available with the correct pewter spout for the same cost as a stainless one. You can get carbon or stainless steel. The latter looks no different and will not rust.

8. HAVERSACK – The black tarred, canvas haversack is preferred. It is hung over the shoulder and contains rations, housewife, tobacco etc. A white canvas haversack may be substituted.

9. BROGANS (SHOES) – Federal issue Jefferson bootes. The quality varies. Don’t skimp on shoes. In general, the more you pay the more you get. They must be comfortable. You will be doing a lot of walking in these shoes as an infantryman and you should be sure that they fit well WITH a heavy pair of wool socks. Inserts are also recommended.

10. UNDERWEAR - Authentic underwear is knee or ankle length. An alternative is NO underwear, in which case a period correct length (long) shirt acts as a complete undergarment.

11. MUSKET (BAYONET AND SCABBARD) – The standard arm will be the P1853 Enfield and the M1861 Springfield with russet sling. The M1842 Springfield Musket (smooth or rifled bore) is an acceptable substitute, and is preferred for early war events to simulate the French M1842 which was issued to the unit at the beginning of the war. Occasionally, a second hand weapon may be purchased but make sure someone knowledgeable inspects it before purchase. A defective weapon is a danger to you and your file mates. Once you have your musket you need a bayonet. They are different for each type. Make sure when you purchase your bayonet that you try it on the musket and that it seats firmly and locks into place.

12. SHELTERS - There are two acceptable forms of shelter for an infantry private (subject to event guidelines), the A-tent or the shelter half. The shelter half, a rectangle of canvas with buttons along one-side and button holes along the other, is preferred. Matched with an identical piece and mounted on uprights these will provide passable shelter for two men. There comes a decision, however, in damp weather for the taller man as to which end of his body will remain dry. The A-Tent (or Wedge Tent) was designed to sleep four soldiers during the Civil War. These tents come in six and nine foot models and with various grades of materials.

13. BLANKET - A good, thick woolen blanket is a necessity. The first choice is the U.S. issue blanket. Second is any large dark woolen blanket.

14. PONCHO or GUM BLANKET – a necessity if you want to stay dry in unpredictable weather, i.e. Oklahoma. The gum blanket was standard for infantry.

15. MESS KIT - Each soldier needs to eat. The basic kit should include a period tin cup, a metal plate and utensils. A small cast iron frying pan or pie pan could substitute for the plate.

16. KNAPSACKS – black tarred with blanket straps. A blanket roll may be substituted.

17. GREAT COAT – Sky blue single-breasted infantry style. Not required but highly recommended. The unit does many cold weather events.

18. OTHER – Candle lanterns, camp furniture, and haversack stuffers all can wait. Most new reenactors start salivating over catalogues and wind up buying stuff that they will never use. The best advice is to discuss all purchases with members of your unit; they have been there.

Appendix C - Civilian Corps

1. The Mayor performs the following functions:

a. Plans and implements all Civilian Corps activities, including;

(1) Arranges orderly town layout of those civilians not authorized to be camped with the military;

(2) Enforces Unit Rules, personally or through his staff;

(3) Assures that safety and security announcements are fully disseminated throughout the civilian town.

(4) Communicates with the army commanders to maintain good relations.

(5) Makes final decisions on matters pertaining to the conduct of the civilian camp in regards to behavior of all civilians, including guests, disposition of town structure and conduct of all civilians except where pre-empted by a specific unit rule.

(6) Serves as spokesperson for the Civilian Corps at events.

(7) Appoints staff positions.

2. The Vice-Mayor performs the following functions:

a. Carries out duties and responsibilities assigned by the Mayor

b. Performs the functions of the Mayor in his or her absence.

3. The Town Clerk performs the following functions:

a. Maintains the Census of the Civilian Corps. All civilian members are registered with the Town Clerk.

b. Maintains other necessary Civilian Corps records.

c. Verifies membership status of all civilian reenactors at events.

d. Carries out duties and responsibilities assigned by the Mayor.

4. Appointed Positions - The Mayor makes the following appointments, at his discretion, with the advice and consent of a majority of the other elected officials of the Civilian Corps and the heads of the civilian units:

a. A banker, who manages any funds allocated to, or raised by, the Civilian Corps.

b. A Civilian Provost, responsible for civilian camp security.

c. A Planning Commissioner, responsible for the detailed layout of the Civilian Town.

d. A Society Matron, who sees that new civilian members are welcomed into the Unit, and instructs them in Civilian Corps Rules and customs.