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THE BYLAWS OF SOUTH OMAHA BOXINIG GYM
BYLAWS OF SOUTH OMAHA BOXING CLUB
ARTICLE 1 - GENERAL
Section A. Name of Organization. The name of this organization shall be South Omaha Boxing Club, hereinafter referred to as the Boxing Club.
Section B. Purpose of Organization. The objectives of this organization should be to:
1. The purpose of South Omaha Boxing Club is to provide the community support to the kids and create an elite boxing team at South Omaha Boxing, 2. Have regular boxing lessons and other activities for the Boxing Club members and other interested in boxing lessons, 3. Encourage fellowship and friendship among Club members and others interested in boxing lessons, and 4. Promote boxing lessons as a recreational activity within our community.
Section C. These Bylaws of the Boxing Club willfully comply with the City Omaha
Community Associations, Governing Documents, and Administrative Policy. In the event of a conflict between the Bylaws and the Documents or Policy, the Documents or Policy will prevail.
Section D. The Boxing Club shall be operated as a non-profit organization in accordance with applicable statutes and the Documents.
ARTICLE 2 - MEMBERSHIP
Section A. Membership shall be open to all Association members in good standing without discrimination as to race, religion, color, ethnic culture, or national heritage.
1. Boxing Club membership is approved of boxers that: (a) have completed six months of boxing practice and are held by a certified USA boxing coach. (b) have been an active member/not registered during the past year; and have paid club dues for the current year.
2. Applicants that do not meet the boxing criteria of Section A. 1 but are otherwise eligible for membership will be accepted as a non-member during their enrollment and participation in the Boxing Club. Membership is dependent upon the successful completion of the boxing lessons, and payment of dues. Unless authorized by the Board, the participation of members in Club activities and meetings is limited to the boxing lesson in which they are enrolled. Page 13. There shall be no preconditions for non-membership, nor will members be required to join any national, state, or regionally boxing competition.
3. All members shall understand and accept the Bylaws and accept the policies established by the Association. All members shall conduct themselves in accordance with the rules and of South Omaha Boxing Club. All members shall purchase and wear the Club logo when representing the Boxing Club at any Boxing event or volunteer.
4. Club members who subsequently transfer to another gym will have their membership immediately terminated.
Section B. Adults non-members privileges
1. Adults. Non-members in good standing with the Boxing Club are qualified to join the Club, Until they choose to do so, they are considered non-members of South Omaha Boxing Club. Non-members may train with the boxing Club one full month before membership is required and the fee will depend on the age of the non-members.
2. Non-members qualified. Non-members with South Omaha Boxing Club who are accompanied by a current member, are considered guests and do not qualify for Club Membership.
3. All guests may not participate in Club lessons unless permitted by a USA Boxing Coach. Guests that fail to conduct themselves in accordance with Section A.4 above will have their guest privileges revoked.
Section C. Dues and Fees.
1. Annual dues for associate and full membership of the club shall be recommended by the Board. Free membership annual dues shall be determined by vote of the membership. The cost of membership book shall be over and above membership dues. Monies derived from the collection of dues shall be used to defray the cost of operating the Boxing Club as well as Club activities.
2. USA Boxing Membership annual dues shall be due and payable the first scheduled in January. Dues not paid within thirty days following this date shall be deemed delinquent and the member may be dropped from the team. Dues may be waived by approval of the Board.
3. Renewing members will pay the annual dues in full. The dues for a new member making application for membership or a graduating associate member shall be prorated according to the number of whole months remaining in the year.
4. Page | 24. Donations to offset expenses will be accepted by both members and guests. The suggested donation amount for both members and guests shall be determined by vote of the membership. Monies collected from donations shall be used to pay for travel expenses.
5. The Board may establish additional fees for participation in special events and activities to defray costs.
ARTICLE 3 - OFFICERS
Section A. The Board shall consist of the offices of President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer. The Board may also include an optional office known as Member. Each office shall be filled with one to four individuals working together. The Boxing Club shall endeavor to have an odd number of officers voting to avoid the possibility of tie votes.
Section B. All officers, except for the immediate President, shall be elected annually by a vote of the general membership. Officers shall serve without compensation. All officers must be members of good standing in the Club MUST be registered with USA boxing.
Section C. Terms of Office and Responsibilities.
1. Officers shall serve for one full year, or until their successors are duly elected and installed.
2. No member may hold the same office for more than two consecutive years exception to the president.
3. The President shall serve as the general spokesperson and representative of the Boxing Club with the following duties:
a. Officiate at all meeting of the Club
b. Call meetings of the Board and the Club as necessary to conduct the Club's business.
c. Coordinate with other Club officers to ensure timely execution of their duties.
d. Appoint chairs for the positions and standing committees as identified in the president establish to serve the Club's best interest.
e. Make room reservations for the following year in accordance with the Association schedule.
f. As directed by the Board, annually execute an Association Contract for Service
agreement between the Club and describing services required and financial agreements.
g. Coordinate with the Boxing Club in arranging for a substitute when needed. The Club, however, has the primary responsibility for arranging for a substitute.
4. The VICE PRESIDENT shall assist the President and/or act as substitute as required.
In addition, the Vice President shall be responsible for:
a. All arrangements for Boxing Club practice and functions, including refreshments and decorations as required.
Page | 3b. Maintaining an inventory of Club property and its current possessor or location.
c. Other special duties as assigned by the President.
5. The SECRETARY shall be responsible for the general administrative functions of the Club and shall serve for the President and or Vice President in their absence. Specific duties shall be to:
a. Handle all official Club correspondence.
b. Record and publish minutes of the proceedings of all Board and Club meetings
6. The Treasurer shall be responsible for the general financial functions of the Club
and shall serve for the President, Vice President, and or Secretary in their absence.
Specific duties shall be to:
a. Collect and maintain records of all membership dues, donations, class fees, and other income,
b. Disburse and maintain records of all Club expenditures.
c, Set up and maintain guest and member registers at the Club.
d. Order and purchase Club books as required.
7. The Board may appoint an Assistant Treasurer to serve during temporary absences of the Treasurer. The Assistant Treasurer shall not be a member of the Board but may attend Board meetings. The Assistant Treasurer's term shall coincide with that of the elected officers.
8. A MEMBER - may be elected to achieve an odd number of voting officers on the Board. A Member will have such duties as assigned by the President.
Section D. Nomination and Election Procedures
1. A Nominating Committee consisting of the current President and four members active in the Boxing Club appointed by the President, shall nominate candidates for each office. The selected slate of officers must be furnished to the Boxing Club at least fourteen days before the Annual Meeting. Additional nominations will be accepted at the Annual Meeting.
2. The election of officers shall occur during the Annual Meeting held in December of each year. Installation of officers will be held during the first of January.
Section E. Board Meetings, Quorum, and Voting Procedures.
1.The Board shall meet at least quarterly at times and places designated by the President. The designated places must be public and large enough to accommodate Boxing Club members who wish to address the Board.
2. The President may call other meeting of the Board, and much call such meetings when directed to do so by the most of the Board. Page | 43. The as determined by the President, either the President or the Secretary shall provide written notice of all business meetings of the Board to members ten days in advance.
3. The proceedings of all Board meetings shall be recorded in minutes by or under the supervision of the Secretary. These minutes shall be made available to the membership and to the Association upon request.
4. When deemed appropriate by the President, issues requiring immediate resolution may be voted on via electronic communication so long as a majority of the members of the Board, constituting a quorum, can be reached.
5. A quorum of actions at Board meetings shall consist of most of the Board. A
The majority vote of the total voting, either in person or by electronic communication e-mail, is required to resolve any matter on which the Board votes.
Section F. Vacancies and Recall of Officers
1.Should the office of the President become vacant, the Vice President shall succeed to that position. Should any other office become vacant, it will remain vacant until it is appointed and subject to approval by most of the Board.
2. Any officer or Chairperson who fails to fulfill the responsibilities of the office as defined in the Bylaws may be replaced by a majority vote of the Board whenever, in the Judgement of the Board, the best interest of the Club will be served. Prior to any such dismissive action, the noted delinquencies shall be formally documented in a written format, and the Officer/ Chairperson in question shall be allowed the opportunity to rebut all claims.
ARTICLE 4 - MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
Section A. Type and Frequency of Meetings
1. Board Meeting:
a. An Annual Meeting of the Club shall be held in