Constitution and Bylaws of the Palmetto Corvette Club

ARTICLE I.

Section 1:        NAME:  

The name of the Club is Palmetto Corvette Club.

 Section 2:        PURPOSE:

 The Club’s main purpose is to encourage planned trips, events and social activities for the members, to promote increased interest in the history and ownership of the corvette and to encourage careful and skillful driving on public highways. To support the local community and specific charitable organizations as identified by the Officers.

ARTICLE II.

 Section 1:        MEMBERSHIP AND DUES

 A.  Owning a Corvette is required to be eligible for membership. Single or Couple membership only requires owning 1 Corvette.

 B.  Each member is entitled to all the benefits of membership.

1. Enjoying the company and friendship of fellow Corvette Owners.

2. Having fun at the varied events and trips.

3. Showing off America’s Favorite Sports Car 

C.  Membership is open to everyone without regard to race, color, creed or national origin, as long as they abide by the purpose and goals of the club and are at least 18 years of age.

 D.  DUES are $15.00 per single membership and $25.00 per couple. Dues for new members shall be pro-rated on the number of remaining months. Dues are per calendar year (Jan 1^st – Dec 31^st) and payable in December. The amount of dues is subject to change according to the current board. Membership must be renewed within 30 days of the New Year to remain in good standing.

 Section 2:         CLASSES OF MEMBERSHIP

  Active members are anyone having paid the annual dues. Each member, with paid membership, shall have a vote. A paid couple constitutes 2 votes.

 A.  Charter

 All current paid members are considered Charter Members of the Club.

 B.  Honorary

  Anyone who has commended themselves may be elected by the majority of vote by the board. Honorary membership requires no dues.

 C.  Associate or Sponsor

 Any person or company that gives special consideration or gifts to the benefit of the Club. (Reviewed yearly.)

 (Honorary/Associate Members/Sponsors are entitled to all Club privileges except the right to vote or hold office.

Section 3:        EXPULSIONS

 Membership shall be cancelled for nonpayment of dues after 30 days from the due date. Any member may be expelled for violation of the Clubs rules, or any other cause as determined by the officers. 

 Section 4:        DISCONTINUANCE OF THE CLUB

 If the Club disbands, all remaining assets will be donated to the current charity.  

ARTICLE III

 Section 1:        ANNUAL MEETING

 An Annual meeting will be called by the President, for the election of Officers, and any other pertinent business.

 Section 2:        REGULAR MEETINGS

 Regular meetings will be held as posted on the official Club website

At all meetings, one fourth of the active members shall constitute a quorum. Any decisions made will be decided by majority vote.

ARTICLE IV

Section 1:        NUMBERS OF OFFICERS

  The election of Officers will include a President, Vice President, Director of Activities, Treasurer, Webmaster, and Secretary/Membership.

 Section 2:        ELECTION OF OFFICERS

  Election of Officers shall be held at the annual meeting. All Officers shall be elected by a majority vote.

 Section 3:        RESIGNATION OF OFFICERS

 If any of the previously listed Officers resign or are unable to continue in their current position, the President will select a member to fill the vacancy.

 ARTICLE V

 Section 1:        DUTIES OF PRESIDENT

  The President will oversee all meetings, events, etc, and make sure the Club is continuing to grow and run in a fashion that provides benefit to all members. 

 Section 2:        DUTIES OF VICE PRESIDENT

 The Vice President or designated person, will fill in for the President at any meeting or event, if the President can’t make it.

 Section 3:        DUTIES OF SECRETARY/MEMBERSHIP

 The secretary will attend all meetings, trips, and events, and record all that transpires, then verify that it has been uploaded to the website.

 Section 4:        DUTIES OF TREASURER

  Have custody of the Clubs records, monies, debts and obligations belonging to the Club. They will receive all monies and deposit same in the Clubs account and make all payments of Club debts upon approval of the President or by a majority vote. The President and Treasurer are required to sign all Club checks.

 Section 5:        DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES

 Coordinate the Clubs activities. Establish monthly activities and insure they are posted on the Club’s official website. Solicit ideas from within the club

membership. Examples are dinner trips, overnight trips, poker runs, picnics, etc.

 Section 6:        DUTIES OF WEBMASTER

  The Webmaster will create and maintain the Clubs website.  

ARTICLE VI

 Section 1:        ACTIVITIES 

 Activities will consist of planned trips, social gatherings, and events for Corvette owners and honorary members as planned and notified on the website and at each meeting.

ARTICLE VII

 Section 1:        PERSONAL LIABILITY

 All corporations extending credit to, contracting with or having any claims against the Club shall only look to the funds and property of the Club for payment of any such contract or claim or for payment Of any debt, damage, judgment, or decree, or any other money that may be otherwise become due or payable to them from the Club. So that neither the members of the Club, present or future, shall be liable.