ARTICLE I: THE NEW ENGLAND HELI CREW rev. 1/14/2012
A. NAME
The New England Heli Crew
B. LOCATION
Norton, MA
ARTICLE II: PURPOSE/MISSION STATEMENT
To further the sport of r/c model helicopters by developing a community of r/c helicopter enthusiasts who:
A: Support the growth and development of new pilots.
B: Are active in flying and club activities.
C: Are respectful, friendly, and good club mates.
D: Organize helicopter flying and helicopter technology events.
With the goal of becoming the pre-eminent helicopter flying club in New England.
ARTICLE III: MEMBERSHIP
A. QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for membership must be accepted by the officer group. AMA membership is required.
B. DUES
Dues are $85.00 per year for open members and $50.00 for youth members. New members and late renewals (March 1st or later) have to pay a $50 initiation fee. Dues are determined by the board annually.
C. RESIGNATION
Any member in good standing may resign his/her membership by giving written notice to the Club.
D. TERMINATION
If any member ceases to have the qualification necessary for membership in the AMA, his/her membership in the Club shall thereby terminate, subject to reinstatement upon restoration of eligibility. Officers may terminate the membership of any member at will with prior written notice and a prorata refund of membership dues.
E. EXPULSION
This section provides for enforcement of the Safety Rules that are related to flying activities or any other unacceptable behavior by an individual member or members. Any individual may be expelled from membership from the Club by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the officers if in the officers’ determination, such individual willfully commits any act or omission which is a violation of any of the terms of these Bylaws, or the Rules of the AMA, or which is detrimental to the Club, the AMA, or to model aviation.
F. REINSTATEMENT
A two-thirds vote of the officers is required for reinstatement to the club.
ARTICLE IV: OFFICERS
A. OFFICERS
President, Vice- President, Secretary, Treasurer, Safety Coordinator
B. TERM OF OFFICE
Officers are elected annually
C. DUTIES
President shall preside at meetings, VP shall preside in the absence of the president, Secretary/Treasurer records minutes and handles club funds, and Safety Coordinator manages pilot/field safety
D. APPOINTED DIRECTORS
Field Marshall, Committee Chairman, Program Chairman.
E. VACANCIES
Officer vacancies are filled by vote of the remaining officers.
ARTICLE V: MEETINGS
A. REGULAR MEETINGS
Two times per year.
B. SPECIAL MEETINGS
As required.
ARTICLE VI: RECORD KEEPING
All records are passed on when new officers are elected.
ARTICLE VIII: NOMINATIONS, ELECTIONS, AND RECALL
A. NOMINATIONS
Nominations for officer position are by remaining officers.
B. ELECTION
Elections are to be held at an officer meeting and must be approved by 2/3 majority vote of the officers.
ARTICLE IX: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
A. ROBERT’S RULES
Notes of Parliamentary Law, rules of order, conduct, formation, organization and running of meetings, motions, debates, committees, shall conform to and be in accordance with Robert's Rules of Order, most recent addition (1993).
B. FISCAL YEAR
The Club membership year shall start on January 1 and end on December 31 of the same year.
C. OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION: The club website and/or group email server shall be the official means of communication between the Club, Club Officers and the Full Membership.
From time to time important notifications to the Full Membership may be made directly by the Club Officers.
D. CLUB LOGO: to be determined.
E. STANDING RULES
All standing Club Safety Standards and Procedures shall be included within either the Club Bylaws or the Club Document known as the “The New England Heli Crew Safety Standards and Procedures”.
F. DISSOLUTION OF CLUB
The duration of the club shall be perpetual. The club may be dissolved with the approval of two-thirds vote of the officers. To the extent possible, current year dues will be refunded pro-rated by percent of membership year remaining at time of dissolution. Remaining assets will be distributed to members pro-rated by time (in months) of membership in the club.
ARTICLE X: AMENDMENT OF THESE BYLAWS
Bylaws are amended by 2/3 vote among the officer group.
ARTICLE XI: CODE OF CONDUCT
All members must comply with our Code of Conduct and Field Rules. These are intended to maximize everyone's enjoyment of the hobby/sport of model aviation and our club. Violations of the Code of Conduct or Field Rules will be addressed and resolved by the Board of Directors and the steering committee. Infractions will be reviewed by the Board of Directors and may result in revocation of membership in "NEHC" and forfeiture of dues. A 1st infraction results in a verbal warning, 2nd infraction a written warning and 3rd infraction revocation of membership and forfeiture of dues. Depending on the seriousness of the infraction the board may summarily revoke membership and forfeit offender dues. Finally, it is the responsibility of all members and applicants to treat each other with dignity and respect.
Our mission is to successfully promote our club and the interests of model aviation. We will achieve this mission when all of our members work toward this common goal. As such, all members must comply with our Code of Conduct. Members, active and applicants will:
1. At all times, demonstrate safe, good and sound judgment on the ground and in the air.
2. Follow all club and field rules, no exceptions. The field rules are posted on the container at the field.
3. Support the interests of our club and support the club mission as outlined in the NEHC membership application.
4. Members are encouraged to attend club meetings.
5. Demonstrate good behavior which politely and professionally promotes the hobby/sport of model aviation. Members will avoid using foul language and verbally or physically abusing each other.
6. Members will be particularly sensitive to good common sense behavior in
the presence of youth.
Article XII: Steering Committee:
A steering committee will be created with the following rules:
a. The steering committee will be made up of 3-5 members and will be non-voting.
b. Steering committee members will be nominated and elected by non-executive board members at the annual meeting.
c. The term will be one year – no term limits.
d. The steering committee will meet with the executive board six times a year.
e. The steering committee will vote along with the board of directors on matters of revocation.
Article XIII: Quorum for board of directors meetings:
A quorum is necessary for a vote by the board and a quorum is no more than one missing board member. A quorum is necessary for a scheduled meeting. All board members need to be present for an Ad-Hoc meeting. Scheduled meetings require no less than four days notice to all board members.
