Great Plains Heisey Study ClubBylawsArticle I—NameThe name of this organization shall be the Great Plains Heisey Club and the official rules of conduct, organization, and procedures shall be as set forth in these Bylaws.
Article II—ObjectiveThe objective of the Great Plains Heisey Club shall be to conduct and promote creative and educational activities in the collection and study of the glass produced by the A.H. Heisey & Company through the following means: A. By bringing together those interested in Heisey glass to provide an opportunity for members to exchange knowledge of Heisey glass and thereby increase their enjoyment of the glass. B. By researching and providing information of the various Heisey glass items, patterns, colors and processes of manufacture, to be made available to members in programs and through publications brought to the attention of members.
Article III—MembershipSection 1. A member may be anyone with an interest in Heisey Glass who is a member in good standing of the Heisey Collectors of America, Inc. Section 2. To remain in good standing, members will pay annual dues by the March meeting of each year.
Article IV—DuesSection 1. Dues shall be assessed yearly and will be for either a single membership or a family membership (multiple persons at the same address). Section 2. The amount of dues shall be determined each year for the following year at the November meeting and be approved by the majority of the members present. ArticleV---MeetingsSection 1. Meetings shall normally be held on the second Saturday of the month on a bi-monthly basis starting in March and excluding the months of January and February at 3 p.m. at sites determined by the membership. Section 2. The annual meeting for the purpose of electing officers shall be held in March of each year. Section 3. Special meetings may be called by the President, or by a majority vote of the members present at a regular club meeting. Section 4. A majority of the membership present at a meeting shall constitute a quorum.
Article VI—OfficersSection 1. Officers of this organization shall be a President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. Section 2. Any officer or committee member not performing his duty in a proper manner may be removed from office by a vote of two-thirds of the membership present. Section 3. A majority of all votes cast shall be necessary to constitute an election. Section 4. Vacancies in office may be filled by special election. Section 5. All officers shall be elected at an annual meeting and shall continue in office one year or until the next annual election.
Article VII—Standing CommitteesSection 1. There shall be two standing committees: Program and Membership/Publicity. Section 2. The Program Committee shall plan the course of study and activities and shall make arrangements for carrying them out. The Program Committee shall be comprised of the President and one member selected by the membership. Section 3. The Membership/Publicity Committee shall prepare and distribute information about the club in order to solicit new members and promote the Club.
Article VIII—Special CommitteesSpecial committees shall be established at the discretion of the officers and such committees shall report to the officers and to the membership and shall be dissolved upon completion of their stated function.
Article IX—Order of BusinessAll regular meetings shall be conducted in the following order of business: 1. Meeting called to order
Article X—Parliamentary AuthorityRobert’s Rules of Order Revised shall govern the proceedings of this club in all cases not provided for in these Bylaws.
Article XI—AmendmentsSection 1. These Bylaws may be amended or repealed at any regular meeting by a majority vote. Section 2. Any active member shall have the privilege of proposing amendments to the Bylaws, providing they are submitted in writing to the Secretary and read to the Club at a regular meeting at least one month before they are voted upon. |
