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Club Alcohol and Safety Policy
In an effort to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our Club members at all of our events, each Club member who participates in a Club activity does so at their own discretion and risk. It is expected that all Club members and their guests will act responsibly in their consumption of alcohol and will either assign a designated driver or make other transportation arrangements when needed. Redding Neighbors & Newcomers, Inc. will not be held liable for any injuries which may occur as a result of intoxication and each Club member and guest expressly holds Redding Neighbors & Newcomers, Inc. harmless and shall indemnify same from all damages, claims, expenses, of any nature caused as a result of acts by said Club member or guest.
BYLAWS of Redding Neighbors & Newcomers, Inc., a Connecticut Nonprofit OrganizationARTICLE I: Formation1.01 Name 1.02 Purpose 1.03 Mission To provide an inclusive environment to build enjoyable and meaningful connections among new and long-time Redding area residents. 1.04 Registered Office and Agent ARTICLE II: Board of Directors2.01 Powers and Responsibilities Until these Bylaws are amended, the Board consists of three (3) directors who are elected for a term of no more than two (2) years, with optional renewal with board approval and will hold office until their successors are duly elected and qualified at the following annual meeting of the Board. 2.02 Composition
The Immediate Past President is a non-voting advisor for a minimum of two months following the end of their term. All Board members must be Redding Neighbors & Newcomers members and residents of Redding, CT. These Board members are the voting Officers of the Organization. 2.03 Meetings 2.04 Officer Responsibilities
2.05 Officer Liability 2.06 Removal and Vacancies All vacancies in the Board may be filled by the affirmative vote of a majority of the remaining Officers, provided that any such Officer who fills a vacancy is qualified to be an Officer and shall only hold the office for the term specified in Section 2.02 of these Bylaws and until a new Officer is duly elected by the Board or members. Any vacancy to be filled due to an increase in the number of officers may be filled by the Board for a term lasting until the next annual election of officers by the Board at the annual meeting or a special meeting called for the purpose of electing officers. Any officer elected to fill a vacancy which results from the removal of an officer shall serve the remainder of the term of the removed officer and until a successor is elected by the Board and qualified. Any individual who fills a vacancy on the Board shall be considered equally qualified and eligible for election to replace the officer. ARTICLE III: Officers3.01 Titles and Election 3.02 Duties of Officers
Secretary
Treasurer
ARTICLE IV: Elections and Terms of Officers4.01 Nominations 4.02 Elections 4.03 Terms
4.04 Resignations and Succession of Officers During this transition period, the resigning member must:
Outgoing Officers must ensure that fundamental processes and procedures specific to their position are reviewed and, if necessary, updated prior to their departure. ARTICLE V: CommitteesRole and Responsibilities 5.01 Nominations 5.02 Elections 5.03 Terms Committee Chairs shall serve in their role for a 2-year term, renewable once. Exceptions on renewal period may be made upon recommendations of the Nominating Committee and majority vote. 5.04 Resignation of Committee Chairs Committee Chairs who choose to resign must provide a minimum of one month notice before vacating their duties, role, and responsibilities. They shall also remain available for up to two additional months to assist with onboarding and supporting their successor. During this transition, they must:
Outgoing Chairs must ensure that fundamental processes and procedures specific to their position are reviewed and, if necessary, updated prior to their departure. 5.05 Appointed Committee Chairs (Non-Voting)
5.06 Committee Meetings 5.07 Standing Committees
5.08 Special Committees
ARTICLE VI: Membership6.01 Eligibility 6.02 Types of Membership
6.03 Dues 6.04 Volunteering Members are encouraged (but not required) to volunteer for a Committee or Officer position after one year of membership. ARTICLE VII: Finances7.01 Fiscal Year 7.02 Financial Authority
7.03 Budget and Oversight 7.04 Dissolution ARTICLE VIII: Professional and Ethical Conduct8.01 Code of Conduct
8.02 Accountability Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in removal from office or committee positions, following a review and vote by the Board of Directors.ARTICLE IX: Amendments9.01 Amendment Procedure 9.02 Review Open to residents of Redding and surrounding areas age 18 or older. |
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