Bylaws
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An organization’s bylaws are a necessary function of operations. Below you will find the bylaws for Elder Resource Association – South of the River. Contact Us with any questions.
ELDER RESOURCE ASSOCIATION
SOUTH OF THE RIVER
BY-LAWS
The Elder Resource Association (ERA) South of the River (SOTR) having been established, will operate under the following by-laws.
ARTICLE I — PURPOSE
The purpose of the Elder Resource Association, South of the River shall be to plan, develop, implement and evaluate activities and resources consistent with the commitment to senior services in communities in the south metro area.
ARTICLE II — FUNCTIONS
ARTICLE III — MEMBERSHIP
A. Attend regular ERA meetings or provide notice to the Vice President.
B. Complete an annual membership application and pay annual membership dues by January 1st of each year.
C. Maintain knowledge of senior services, programs and resources.
D. Maintain an open mind and a positive attitude in reviewing ERA issues.
E. Participate actively in ERA discussions.
F. Volunteer to assist with ERA committee work and/or special projects.
G. Support efforts to carry out ERA functions as listed in these by-laws.
H. Co-host regular meetings.
I. Have application reviewed by the Membership Committee.
4. The benefits for annually paid membership is as follows:
ARTICLE IV — ORGANIZATION
1. Officers
A. President
The President shall be responsible for the organization of the group, preside over its meetings, appoint committee chairs, maintain historical records, act as the liaison with community resources, serve as the spokesperson of the group and provide leadership in developing the ERA efforts SOTR.
B. Vice President
Vice President shall perform duties of the President when absent, promote ERA membership, and oversee website.
C. Treasurer
The Treasurer shall receive all membership applications and monies, prepare the necessary reports and make disbursements for ERA/SOTR.
2. Committees
A. Expo Committee
The Expo Committee Chair(s) shall be appointed by the President, with the approval of the Executive Board, and shall be comprised of current members who meet as needed. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: overall coordination of the expo, marketing, and public relations. Subcommittees may be appointed by the committee chair(s).
B. Resource Guide Committee
The Resource Guide Committee Chair(s) shall be appointed by the President, with the approval of the Executive Board, and shall be composed of current members who meet as needed. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: overall coordination of the annual resource guide, publication, printing and distribution. Subcommittees may be appointed by the committee chair(s).
C. Website Committee
The Website Committee Chair shall be the Vice President and any committee shall be composed of current members who meet as needed. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to coordination of the website. Subcommittees may be appointed by the committee chair.
The Executive Board shall consist of all current officers, the chair(s) of the Annual Expo and the chair(s) of the Resource Guide. The Executive Committee shall advise the President and act for the group on an interim basis when requested. Actions of the Executive Committee shall be submitted to the membership for approval, as needed, at the next, regular meeting.
A. Host
Host agency will provide site for regular meetings, create and distribute meeting notices for members 2 weeks prior to regularly scheduled meetings, and co-sponsor food and beverages for the meeting.
B. Co-Host
Co-Host shall co-sponsor food and beverages for the regular meetings in cooperation with the Host site, take minutes and provide them electronically to the Vice President for the website after approval of the President.
A. Officers shall be elected the last meeting of each even year for installation the beginning of each odd year.
B. Nominations will be held the meeting prior to the election meeting. Candidates must be current members and committed to the goals of ERA/SOTR.
C. All elected offices may be re-elected with no term limits.
D. In the event that an elected officer is unable to perform his/her duties, the President, after informing the membership, shall at his/her discretion appoint a replacement to fill the remainder of the term. If the President becomes unable to perform his/her duties, the Executive Committee shall be responsible for selection of a replacement.
ARTICLE V — MEETINGS
ARTICLE VI — PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY
The ERA/SOTR will generally try to conduct business by reaching consensus through discussions and by establishing common understandings. When a vote is called by the chair, Roberts’ Rules of Order shall govern in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these by-laws. Voting shall then be limited to ERA/SOTR members with a simple majority vote prevailing.
ARTICLE VII — AMENDMENTS
Amendments to these by-laws shall be submitted in written form by any member to the Executive Committee for review and presentation to the membership at any regular meeting. The amendment will become effective upon ratification by a two-thirds (2/3) majority of eligible voting members in attendance at the meeting.
Adopted 11/21/06 Revised 11/08 , 1/09, 12/09, 1/15, 1/16, 5/18
The Elder Resource Association (ERA) is a group of professionals in the South of the River market dedicated to improving the lives of seniors. Established in 2006.
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