how to organize a chapter

pretty complex

I love this, it seems a little complicated and formal. In Salem we just said lets meet. That was it. No rules, bilaws etc.


I second the motion...oh wait...am I out of order? Just kidding.

We just kind of formed our own chapter of the Freak Bike Militia. I belong to Twisted Spokes Freak Bike Militia Pacific Northwest Chapter.

Maybe we should do the same kind of thing here.

Dan
 
Chapters etc

I agree that it's good to keep things loose. The free spirits that do what we do like that. It is good to have an organization as it gives people credibility when applying to access group campgrounds, picnic sites etc..

I am interested in getting people together on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, Canada and was looking for an umbrella name to use so that people wouldn't think I had lost some ball bearings from my freewheel. I would supply whatever help I could up here in Canada.

The only thing I worry about is dues!! If people end up having to pay dues then things get ugly ie. what do I get for my dollar so I would say be very careful if that concept comes up.

Richard.
 
I'm with Dan, we don't need no stink'n dues. Meet, ride, drink, ride more. I don't have a drinking problem; i ride, I drink, I fall down, no problem.
 
one plus to being a bit organized is that you can go to the man and get his attention at times--i am in a local biking club--everyone welcome -pedal pushers or motors--along with monthly rides through town and some a bit further we are doing a bit of education and rider training

also got the town to do a bit of painting on some of the local roads showing a bike and rider on it--give them a little heads up that they will be sharing the road with us--politicians are funny--might not listen to one person but give them a group and and name and suddenly you have their ear---funny eh
 
ya that whats happing here in seattle with road hazzards
may be we can be come apart of you guys
 
Wow! It sounded cool until I read that huge document... For me all the rules and guidelines would just be over-whelming... I would imagine I would just be a guest. Ahhhh I have a motorized bike and would love to meet and ride motorized bikes with others. As for standing in judgement on others or disciplining them that wouldn't be my thing. I'm all about the fun and that document doesn't look fun to me. I'll happily meet up and if we meet at my house my wife can make Koolaid and a snack trey.
 
Locowelder.
The blueprint for organization you suggest is all well and good, but,
in as much as we have no union hall in which to assemble, I think that
for now the best thing for us to do is seek out other MB riders in our
own areas to form local chapters. I disagree with augie that it will take
a long time to form a national organization. Without realizing it, he has
already done that as one of the founders of this forum.
This forum is that organization, and as such I would like to nominate
Augie for president. Furthermore I ask that a new thread be started on
the home page for the election of officers and creation of bylaws.
I also suggest that emails notifying all forum members that the
creation of the National Association of Motored Bicycle Riders has begun!:unsure:
 
organization

FRIST WE NEED AN "ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE ".

EXECUTIVE BOARD OF INTERNATIONAL .

PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SECRETARY
TREASURER
ELECTED TRUSTEES
LIFETIME AND HONORARY TRUSTEES

CHAPTER EXECUTIVE BOARD

PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SECRETARY
TREASURER
ROAD CAPTAIN
ELECTED TRUSTEES
LIFETIME AND HONORARY TRUSTEES


CONSTITUTION
ARTICLE I-NAME
The name of this organization shall be " THE MOTORED BIKE RIDERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL ." Also known as " MBRCI".

ARTICLE II-PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this organization shall be to bring together riders whose common interest is motoredbicycle riding, promoting good fellowship, encouraging membership in the fraternity, and aiding and assisting its members. This organization is a not for profit club and is tax exempt.

ARTICLE III-MEMBERSHIP
For membership of this organization you must be a in good standing with the MotoredBikes.com . ** Hereafter referred to as Active member.

ARTICLE IV-OFFICERS
The elected Officers of the MBRCI. shall be, President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer. The President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer will be elected for two one year terms. ( Odd Years. ) The Officers must be elected by a majority vote and must have served as an elected Officer of a subordinate Chapter. Members-at-Large may serve as an elected Officer of MBRCI, if they have attended at least two Annual Meetings and served two one year terms on a standing or created committee of the MBRCI.

ARTICLE V-LIFETIME TRUSTEES
Tom and Augidog shall be Lifetime Trustees of the MBRCI. They shall hold these positions until they die, resign or decide to run as an elected Officer of the MBRCI. Once vacated, these position shall not be filled.


ARTICLE V .01-HONORARY TRUSTEE
The Honorary Trustee position will automatically be filled by the outgoing President at the Annual Meeting. The position shall remain vacant if the out going President is elected to an office or is no longer an Active Member. The Honorary Trustee shall assist the President and elected Officers in the discharged of their duties. He/she shall hold the office for two one year terms and have one vote at all MBRCI. meetings.

ARTICLE VI-EXECUTIVE BOARD
The Executive Board shall consist of the elected Officers and all Trustees of the MBRCI. with the President serving as the Chairman. Three Officers present at an Executive Board meeting shall constitute a quorum. Any Active Member of the MBRCI may attend any open meetings called by the Executive Board. They alone shall have the authority to approve Committee additions, guide lines and changes.

ARTICLE VII-VOTING MEMBERS
The voting members of the MBRCI shall be all Active members And Executive Board Officers present at the Annual Meeting. Only Executive Board members shall vote at an Executive Board meeting, however Active members may express their opinions when recognized by the presiding Officer.

ARTICLE VIII-AMENDMENTS
The Constitution shall not be altered, amended or repealed until the proposed addition, alteration, amendment or nullification be; (a) sponsored by not less then than three members of the MBRCI or the By-Laws Committee, (b) reduced to writing and filed with the MBRCI Secretary ninety days (90) days prior to the Annual Meeting; (c) entered upon the agenda of the Executive Board for approval; (d) presented to the membership, and if approved by a unanimous vote, will immediately be adopted. (e) If not a unanimous vote, it will be held over to the next succeeding Annual Meeting, and if approved by two-thirds (2/3) of the voting members present and voting, it shall be adopted. Each Chapter shall receive one updated copy of the Constitution prior to the next Annual Meeting.

BY-LAWS
ARTICLE I-ANNUAL MEETING
The Annual Meeting will be held during the month of ?. The date and place will be set by the Executive Board no later than the first of that year. Nominations, Elections and Installations of Officers ,if appropriate shall take place. All final reports will be given by the Officers and Committee Chairman. Three members of the Executive Board and four subordinate Chapter Representatives shall constitute a quorum at the Annual Meeting.

ARTICLE II-ORDER OF BUSINESS
The order of business at all Annual Meetings shall be as follows, but not limited to;

Call to order. Welcome.
Roll call of Executive Board Officers and Chapters.
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the Country.
Reading and Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting.
Report of the Treasurer.
Reading of Correspondence and Action Thereon.
Report of Officers.
Report of Committees.
Old or Unfinished Business.
New Business.
Election of Officers as Needed.
Awards.
Announcements.
Adjournments.
Installation of Officers. ( Can be done at a separate time. )

ARTICLE III-DECORUM
Except as otherwise provided in these By-Laws, all questions of order in the conduct of all meetings shall be decided in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order.

ARTICLE IV-EXPULSION
Any violation of the Constitution, By-Laws or Resolutions or any misconduct by a Chapter or an Active Member that bring discreditable behavior upon its Chapter, the MBRCI in general, would be subject to disciplinary action by the MBRCI Grievance Committee, which could be expulsion, temporary suspension or probation of any Active Member or an entire Chapter.

ARTICLE V-DUTIES OF OFFICERS
President.
The President shall preside at all meetings of this organization . He shall appoint committees and non elected Officers. He shall at all times enforce a due consideration and observance of the Constitution, By-Laws and Resolutions and shall preserve order and harmony within the MBRCI.

Vice President.
The Vice President shall preside in the absence of the President and discharge such duties of the President in case of his disability or vacancy of his office. he shall assist the host Chapter in coordinating the Annual Conference and report back to the Executive Board.

Secretary.
The Secretary shall attend all meetings, keep a record of all proceedings, attend to all correspondence, keep the membership informed of all organizational activities and functions and inform all members of By-Laws amendments. At the expiration of his term. He shall transfer all books, papers, monies and other organizational property to his successor in office.

Treasurer.
The Treasurer shall attend all meetings, receive all monies from the Secretary keeping a record of the same and pay all bills when approved by the Executive Board. At the Expiration of his term, he shall transfer all books, papers, monies and other organizational property to his successor in office.

Executive Board.
The Executive Board shall exercise a general supervision over the interest and affairs of the Organization, shall prepare an annual budget, shall procure and prepare suitable quarters for Executive Board Meetings and the Annual Meeting, supervise all organizational activities, property and equipment and meet when deemed necessary.

Trustees.
The Trustees will oversee the operations and functions of the Organization, in accordance with the Constitution, By-Laws and Resolutions. The Trustees shall meet and assist the Executive Board when Executive Board Meetings are called.

ARTICLE VIII-STANDING AND OTHER COMMITTEES
The following Standing Committees will be appointed by the President;

By-Laws Committee.
Safety Committee.
Audit and Finance Committee.
Nomination Committee.
Conference Committee.
Grievance Committee.
Membership Committee.
Web Page Committee
Other Committees may be appointed by the President when deemed necessary.

ARTICLE IX-AMENDMENTS
These By-Laws shall not be altered, amended or appealed until the proposed additions, alterations, amendments or nullifications be;

sponsored by not less then three members of the MBRCI or the By-Laws Committee.
reduced to writing and filed with the MBRCI Secretary ninety ( 90 ) days prior to the Annual Meeting;
entered upon the agenda of the Executive Board for approval;
presented to the membership and if approved by unanimous vote, it would be immediately be adopted;
if not a unanimous vote, it would be held over to the next succeeding Annual Meeting and if approved by two thirds ( 2/3 ) of the voting members present and voting, it shall be adopted.
Each Chapter shall receive one updated copy of the By-Laws prior to the next Annual Meeting.

ARTICLE X-LOGO
The Club logo shall be put to a vote by Tom and Augidog.


This is as far as I can go without any input by all others :(

I realy like this. this is the same protocall as a American Legion. Iam past commander for the sons of the american sqd 60 this can work very well. I live in laughlin nv there two riders here
 
just a tad too formal for my liking, commander. I'm riding, not enlisting.
 
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