青青草视频

Bylaws

青青草视频 Chapter of the Association of Florida Colleges Bylaws

Article I. Name

The name of this chapter shall be "青青草视频 Chapter (SF Chapter) of the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC)."

Article II. Purpose

The purpose of this Chapter shall be to actively involve its members in carrying out the goals and purposes of the Association of Florida Colleges. To this end, the Chapter shall endeavor to:

  1. Facilitate communication, cooperation, and interaction among all employees and Trustees of 青青草视频.
  2. Provide forums to discuss and improve matters like college educational programs, curriculum development, innovative administrative and instructional procedures, and the general professional environment.
  3. Play an active role in promoting legislation beneficial to 青青草视频 and disseminating information regarding pertinent legislation through the Legislative Liaison.
  4. Represent the interest of all the members democratically and provide positive leadership in seeking solutions to matters of college concern.
  5. Work for a continuing cooperative spirit among college trustees, administrative and professional employees, faculty members, and career service employees.

In view of the above purposes, and to further these objectives, 青青草视频 Chapter members (Individual, Contributing, Institutional, Affiliate, Associate, Retired, Life, and Honorary Life) agree that the Chapter shall refrain from becoming involved in any collective bargaining process. The diverse groups represented by AFC and the legal and professional obligations of these groups mandate that AFC chapters cannot and will not participate in collective bargaining negotiations as a representative of either management or labor. The Chapter will neither advocate nor oppose participation by any group of college employees in collective bargaining negotiations with their employer.

Article III. Membership

Employees and trustees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin, are eligible for membership in AFC upon payment of dues as provided by the State AFC bylaws. Classes of membership are: Individual, Contributing, Associate, Retired, Life, and Honorary Life. Only individuals, contributing, and life members have full rights of membership, which include voting and holding office.

  1. Individual member 鈥� open to any college employee.
  2. Contributing member 鈥� conferred automatically to any member of the District Board of Trustees for 青青草视频.
  3. Associate member 鈥� open to individuals whose professional or educational activities are closely related to the functions and purposes of the college, employees, or members of AFC affiliated member entities
  4. Retired member 鈥� open to any person who has retired from 青青草视频.
  5. Life membership 鈥� available to individual and retired members.
  6. Honorary Life membership 鈥� conferred on those persons who, in the opinion of the board of directors, have made an outstanding contribution to the college.

Article IV. Officers

Section I. Officer Elections and Appointment

  1. The Chapter officers of AFC shall be classified as elected or appointed.
  2. The elected officers shall be President Elect (Vice President), Secretary, Treasurer, and Membership Chair. The President Elect shall serve as Vice President a minimum of one year, then automatically assume the office of President when the previous President's term concludes.
  3. Chapter elections will be held for elected positions with more than one nominee. The officers shall be elected by simple member majority ballot at the Fall meeting. Uncontested nominees for elected positions will be put to a Board vote.
  4. The Chapter President may appoint a Legislative Liaison, Marketing Chair, Parliamentarian, Historian, Social Chair, Professional Development Chair, Fundraising Chair, Faculty Representative, or other officers as deemed appropriate
  5. Appointed positions can be shared by two eligible candidates with divided responsibilities and referred to as co-chairs.
  6. The officers elected and/or appointed, shall serve for a period of one (1) year and shall assume office on January 1st following the annual convention.
  7. The President Elect (Vice President) of the previous year becomes President for the subsequent year.
  8. The outgoing President of the previous year becomes Past-President for the subsequent year.
  9. Special elections: when a vacancy on the Board exists, the Past -President will receive nominations for new members from present Board members 10 days in advance of a Board meeting. These nominations shall be sent out to Board members with the regular Board meeting announcement, to be voted upon at the next Board meeting. These vacancies will be filled only to the end of the particular Board member's term.
  10. In case of a vacancy in the office of President, the Immediate Past-President shall assume the responsibilities of the office until the end of the term. If the Immediate Past President is unable to assume the duties, the current President-elect shall complete the term.

Section II: Duties of Officers

President

  1. The President shall be the chief executive officer and shall preside at all chapter meetings and executive council meetings.
  2. The President shall appoint an audit committee and ad hoc committees as appropriate.
  3. The President, with the approval of the executive council, shall appoint individuals to fill vacated offices.
  4. The President shall oversee the maintenance, creation, and storage of the files of AFC and Chapter bylaws, Chapter standing rules, Chapter agendas, Chapter minutes, approved resolutions, and recommendations.
  5. The President shall ensure that the activities of the Chapter are properly organized and publicized in advance in order to carry out Chapter business.
  6. The President shall, with the assistance of the executive council, oversee the Annual Staff Professional Development (SPD) proposal to request funds to attend State and/or Regional AFC meetings.
  7. The President shall be a voting member of the executive council.
  8. The President shall have the authority to expend from the Chapter's treasury the sum of $100.00 or less without prior approval of the executive council.
  9. The President shall review and sign all related travel forms/documents submitted by members requesting funding for official travel.

Vice President/President Elect

  1. The Vice President (President Elect) shall perform the duties of the President during the President's absence or disability.
  2. The Vice President (President Elect) shall serve as a voting delegate to the annual convention.
  3. The Vice President (President Elect) shall coordinate commission activities as necessary.
  4. The Vice President (President Elect) shall perform those duties assigned by the President.
  5. The Vice President (President Elect) shall complete, in coordination with the Secretary and Treasurer, the list of official SF representatives to the annual convention.
  6. The Vice President (President Elect) shall assist in the verification and certification of SF's voting delegates to the AFC assembly of delegates.
  7. The Vice President (President Elect) shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Past-President

  1. The Immediate Past-President will serve as a consultant and advisor and will perform other duties as assigned by the Chapter President.
  2. The Past-President shall coordinate nominations and oversee election processes conducted by the Nominating Committee.
  3. The Past-President shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Secretary

  1. The Secretary shall conduct such correspondence as may be necessary in connection with Chapter business and shall send notice of all meetings to the members.
  2. The Secretary shall draft meeting agendas and record the minutes of all Chapter meetings and submit each minutes for approval at the next meeting.
  3. The Secretary shall record the minutes of all executive council meetings and submit such minutes for approval at the next council meeting.
  4. The Secretary shall maintain a file of the agendas and minutes of the Chapter and executive council meetings.
  5. The Secretary shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Treasurer

  1. The Treasurer shall submit for the membership's approval a financial report on August 31st of each year.
  2. The Treasurer shall maintain all financial records and shall receive and disburse all funds.
  3. Serve on the Bylaws / Standing Rules Committee.
  4. The Treasurer shall render a quarterly report to the Chapter or at such times as requested by the Chapter President or the executive council.
  5. Adhere to 青青草视频 financial procedures. The Treasurer shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Membership Chair

  1. The Membership Chair is responsible for overseeing the chapter's membership activities.
  2. Lead the Membership Committee
  3. They coordinate efforts to recruit new members and retain existing ones.
  4. The Membership Chair may organize membership drives, outreach campaigns, and events to promote AFC membership.
  5. This officer also maintains a current roster of chapter members and assists in verifying eligibility for voting and office-holding rights.
  6. The Membership Chair(s) shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Legislative Liaison

  1. The Legislative Liaison plays a critical role in representing the chapter's interests regarding legislation.
  2. They stay informed about legislative matters that could impact 青青草视频 and its employees.
  3. The Legislative Liaison communicates relevant legislative information to chapter members.
  4. This officer may also facilitate communication between the chapter and lawmakers or government bodies.
  5. They do not advocate for or against collective bargaining, but rather focus on broader legislative issues affecting the college.
  6. The Legislative Liaison shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Marketing Chair

  1. The Marketing Chair is responsible for promoting the chapter's activities and events.
  2. They develop and execute marketing and communication strategies to raise awareness of the chapter's initiatives both inside and outside of the college community.
  3. This officer oversees the chapter's website, social media accounts, and promotional materials such as e-Alerts and newsletters.
  4. The Marketing Chair works with other officers to ensure chapter activities are effectively publicized.
  5. The Marketing Chair shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Professional Development Chair

  1. This chair will lead the Professional Development committee
  2. The Professional Development Chair is responsible for coordinating member applications for educational funding.
  3. The Professional Development Chair shall prepare an Annual Staff Professional Development (SPD) proposal to request funds to attend State and/or Regional AFC meetings for the chapter President.
  4. They oversee scholarship applications, selection, and approval processes.
  5. The Professional Development chair shall validate potential candidates to serve as delegates to the AFC annual meeting to represent the 青青草视频 AFC chapter.
  6. The Professional Development Chair will organize participation in the annual Leadership meeting.
  7. Support the planning of professional development events.

Parliamentarian

  1. The Parliamentarian serves as an expert on parliamentary procedures and rules of order during board and membership chapter meetings.
  2. They ensure that meetings are conducted orderly and fairly, following established bylaws and standing rules.
  3. This officer provides guidance on procedural matters such as motions, voting, and debates.
  4. Serves on the Bylaws / Standing Rules Committee
  5. The Parliamentarian does not hold voting rights on regular business matters, but may cast a vote in the event of a tie.

Historian

  1. The Historian is responsible for documenting the history and activities of the chapter in the annual AFC Chapter of the Year nomination submitted as requested by the AFC state Awards Committee.
  2. Serves on the chapter Awards Committee
  3. They maintain a record of past events, meetings, and important milestones.
  4. This officer collects and archives articles, photographs, documents, and other materials related to the chapter's history.
  5. The Historian may share historical information during chapter meetings or special events to celebrate the chapter's legacy.
  6. The Historian(s) shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Social Chair

  1. The Social Chair organizes social events, service projects and networking events for chapter members.
  2. They plan and execute events that promote camaraderie and a sense of community among members.
  3. Lead the activities of the Social / Events Committee.
  4. This officer may arrange gatherings, social outings, and activities that foster professional relationships and engagement within the chapter.
  5. The Social Chair plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere within the organization.
  6. The Social Chair works collaboratively with the membership chair(s) to promote membership development activities.
  7. The social chair shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Fundraising Chair

  1. The Fundraising Chair organizes fundraising activities for the chapter.
  2. Leads the activities of the Fundraising Committee.
  3. Reconciles funds received and works with the treasurer to assure funds are accounted for.
  4. Presents new funding opportunities to the board of directors

Faculty Representative

  1. The Faculty Representative acts as a liaison between the chapter and the faculty members of 青青草视频.
  2. They ensure that the voices and concerns of faculty are represented within the chapter's activities and discussions
  3. Serve on the Awards Committee
  4. Promotes AFC participation, recognition, nominations, and awards.
  5. This officer may facilitate communication between faculty and other chapter members, helping to bridge any gaps in understanding or cooperation through the creation of polls and surveys.
  6. Recruitment of presenters for events and conferences.
  7. Perform outreach activities to increase membership/volunteering to strengthen the bond between the chapter and faculty.
  8. The Faculty Representative advocates for the needs and interests of faculty within the broader scope of the chapter's goals.
  9. The Faculty Representative shall be a voting member of the executive council.

Article V: Meetings

Chapter Meetings

Chapter meetings are open to all members. The President designates the dates and sites for said meetings.

Board Meetings

Board meetings are open to all members and voting Board Members are required to attend. The Chapter President designates the dates and sites for said meetings.

  1. A majority of the voting members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.
  2. Rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised, shall govern the Board in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any special rules of order the Board may adopt.

Article VI: Amendments

Amendments:

Bylaws and Standing Rules alteration, amendment, or repeal may be approved at any regular board meeting by not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the Board members. Notice will be given to all board members 10 days prior to the meeting date at which the proposed amendment will be considered.