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CHAPTER BYLAWS:
Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club Vote of the membership at the regular meeting on Article 1. Authority and Purpose Section 6.01 of the International Constitution and Articles of Incorporation includes the following: “A chapter so established may exercise full power and authority over chapter business to the extent that the transaction of chapter business is consistent with the Constitution (Articles of Incorporation) and Bylaws of the International. Each Chapter may adopt bylaws for the conduct of its business. Chapter government is responsible for the organization of corporate activities at the chapter level, including without limitations, the collection of International dues from its members overseeing the requirements of its membership and compliance by its members with the overall purposes of the International”. Article 2. No Conflict with International The California IV Chapter Bylaws will not supercede or conflict with the Blue Knights International Constitution and Bylaws. Article 3. Committees and Assignments The President of the Chapter will have the discretion and authority to establish committees, appoint members, and make assignments as he or she determines necessary to conduct business and maintain order. The Chairman of any committee may be asked for a report at any business meeting. Article 4. Election of Officers and Directors Officers and Directors will serve for a two year term. All candidates must be nominated by a member at the October business meeting of the election year. Nominations will remain open to a date determined by the Chapter President. Elections will take place at the November business meeting and the new term will begin on January 1. The method of voting will be determined by the membership. Article 5. Dues The Chapter dues are $20.00 per year. They will be paid with the annual $20.00 International dues for a total of $40.00. Dues may be waived for a member under hardship conditions with majority approval of the Chapter Officers and Directors. Article 6. Meetings The Chapter will have regular business meetings on the fourth Saturday of every month; however the President may change the date to meet the needs of the chapter members. Meetings are usually changed in November for the Thanksgiving holiday and are cancelled in December for Christmas. The date, time, and location of all meetings will be determined by the President. Article 7. Emergency Fund The Treasurer will maintain funds in an account for the Chapter Emergency Fund. These funds are available to any member, including his or her immediate family, for financial relief. Usually, the general membership will evaluate the circumstances, determine an amount, and vote to authorize any release. In an emergency, the President may determine an appropriate amount and authorize an immediate release of the funds. The Vice President will assume this authority in the absence of the President. Article 8. Amendments to the Chapter Bylaws Amendments may only be made at the general meetings. The proposed amendment will be submitted in writing and presented to the membership for a minimum one month review period. Any amendment must be approved by a two-thirds majority of the members present.
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