SENIOR CITIZENS/RETIREES OF CONTINENTAL RANCH (SCRCR)
BYLAWS
ARTICLE I - NAME
BYLAWS
ARTICLE I - NAME
The name of this club is Senior Citizens/Retirees of Continental Ranch (SCRCR), founded in 1994.
ARTICLE II - PURPOSE AND POLICY
Section 1) Purpose:
a) To provide fellowship and educational activities among residents living in Continental Ranch, help acquaint newcomers with the physical and cultural features of the community and assist our members as needed.
b) To support activities of the Continental Ranch Community Association with participation and volunteerism in the community.
Section 2) Policy:
The club is a 501(c)(7) nonprofit, nonpolitical organization and will not endorse or support politically partisan activities.
ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP
Section 1) CRCA Membership:
In keeping with current policy of the Continental Ranch Community Association (CRCA), 90% of the total membership must be residents of Continental Ranch. CRCA may request copies of club bylaws and membership rosters to assure compliance. Active membership cannot be fully determined until the March/April timeframe because of renewal dues date.
Section 2) Honorary Membership:
Honorary membership will be extended to members in good standing who, because of current need, must locate to an assisted living or other care facility outside of Continental Ranch.
Section 3) Non-Resident Membership:
SCRCR members currently residing outside the area, affected by the residency requirement, may be retained as members. No new members will be accepted who do not reside in the Continental Ranch community, until such time as the resident membership reaches 90%.
Section 4) Age Qualification:
Membership will be for senior and/or retired adults. The spouse/partner of a member may join regardless of age.
Section 5) Discrimination:
No person will be restricted because of race, creed or religion.
Section 6) Conduct:
Members will be expected to conduct themselves in a courteous and congenial manner.
Section 7) Support by Members:
Members are encouraged to support the authorized activities of CRCA by attendance and volunteerism.
ARTICLE IV - DUES
Section 1) Full-time members:
Each full-time member will pay $2.00 per month, due semi-annually in January and July. Those joining in mid-term will pay for the period remaining in the six months.
Section 2) Temporary members:
Temporary or seasonal residents will be assessed for the number of months they will participate in club activities.
Section 3) Lapse of Membership:
Membership will lapse if dues are not paid 30 days after the due date.
ARTICLE V - MEETINGS/ORGANIZATION
Section 1) Meetings:
The Community Center is permanently reserved on Thursday mornings for SCRCR meetings and/or social activities. Additional activities/trips may also be scheduled.
Section 2) Attendance:
Attendance at meetings and activities will be limited to members, their guests, and invited speakers, as approved by the SCRCR elected Board Officers.
Section 3) Quorum:
A quorum for the conduct of business will consist of 40% of the current membership. A simple majority of any vote rules.
ARTICLE VI - OFFICERS AND COORDINATORS
Section1) Elected Officers:
Officers include: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Duties outlined separately.
Section 2) Elected Coordinators:
Host/Hostess, Activities, Sunshine, Philanthropy, Refreshment, Communications Coordinator (Busybody), and Historian. Duties outlined separately.
Section 3) Elections and Assumption of Duties:
a) Elections conducted annually in October.
b) Assumption of duties in January.
ARTICLE VII - BYLAWS AMENDMENTS/DISSOLUTION
Section 1) Amendments:
Proposed amendments to bylaws will be presented to the membership at least one week prior to the meeting at which the vote is to be taken. However, duties of coordinators may be amended according to officer/coordinator recommendation.
Section 2) Dissolution:
Proposed dissolution of the club will be presented to the membership at least one month prior to the meeting at which the vote is to be taken. Determination of assets' disbursement will be by vote and will be made only to a reputable charitable organization. Pertinent records files will be placed in CRCA permanent files.
(Above bylaws approved at SCRCR regular meeting, 18 March 2010)
