BLCA Bylaws (Revised October 2001)

ARTICLE I: NAME

The name of this organization will be the Boulevard Lane Community Association (referred to in this text as BLCA).

ARTICLE II: OBJECTS

The object of the BLCA will be to serve as a community and be an organizational tool for neighborhood events.

ARTICLE III: BASIC POLICIES

The BLCA will be noncommercial, nonsectarian and nonpartisan. The organization or any of its divisions may cooperate with other clubs with like concerns, but the BLCA representative will make no commitment which binds BLCA. The BLCA is not liable for personal or property loss or damage.

ARTICLE IV: MEMBERSHIP AND DUES

Any resident willing to promote the objects of the BLCA, to uphold it's policies, and to subscribe to the bylaws may become a member of the BLCA upon payment of dues. Members are entitled to attend meetings, vote and hold office. Dues are payable in February of each year to the Membership Chairman or the membership drive volunteer.

ARTICLE V: OFFICERS AND THEIR ELECTION

The officers of the BLCA shall be a President, 1st Vice-President (Membership Chairperson), 2nd Vice-President (Community Development Chairperson), 3rd Vice President (Program Chairperson), Secretary and Treasurer. Officers shall be elected annually during the month of March and will take office April 1 each year, for a term of one year.

ARTICLE VI: DUTIES OF OFFICERS

The President shall preside at all meetings of the BLCA and the Executive Committee, shall appoint all standing and special committees, shall be an ex-officio member of all committees, shall perform all duties usually pertaining to the office and those specified in the bylaws, and shall represent Boulevard Lane in the larger community when needed. In the President's temporary absence the President shall designate one of the other officers to perform the duties of the President during such absence.

The 1st Vice-President (Membership Chairperson) shall be in charge of memberships in general, collection of dues yearly, help compile the directory according to the standing rules, help compile an updated "Welcome Information Sheet" when needed, and appoint a committee to assist in completing

The 2nd Vice President (Community Development Chairperson) shall be responsible for the non-social community development activities that enhance the quality of life in Boulevard Lane. Target Projects will be designated/coordinated by the Executive Committee based on community feedback requirements and needs. The 2nd Vice President shall appoint special Task Force committees to complete

The 3rd Vice President (Programs Chairperson) shall be in charge of coordinating meetings of the BLCA Board, shall appoint chairpersons for the following committees - luncheons and coffees, progressive dinners, summer

The Secretary shall: record the minutes of all meetings of the BLCA and the Board, shall notify the President of all unfinished business, head the calling committee, conduct all correspondence for the club including the sending of greeting cards as needed, and assist the President in the filing

The Treasurer shall: receive and issue receipt of all general monies of the club, keep accurate records of and disburse same on authorization of the BLCA or the Executive Board, shall present a simple financial statement at each meeting, shall prepare and file the proper tax forms (if needed) in April of each year, shall have the books audited by nonpartisan individual or individuals appointed by the President yearly, and shall submit a proposed general budget for the coming year in cooperation with the incoming Treasurer before April 1st

ARTICLE VII: EXECUTIVE BOARD

The Executive Board shall consist of the elected officers. The Executive Board shall transact necessary business between association meetings and other business as may be referred to it by the association.

ARTICLE VIII: BLCA COMMITTEES

The executive board will appoint the committee chairpersons for any and all committees deemed necessary by the general membership. Committee chairpersons shall attend monthly board meetings as they relate to their committee and shall submit an annual report relating to their activities.

ARTICLE IX: STANDING RULES

The BLCA shall draw up and adopt standing rules by majority rule, which shall consist of 51% of the members present at a meeting of the general membership.

ARTICLE X: AMENDMENTS TO THE BYLAWS

Bylaws for the BLCA may be amended by a majority vote at a general membership meeting. A copy of the proposed amendments or changes shall be made available to each member thirty days in advance of the vote.

BOULEVARD LANE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION STANDING RULES

1. DUES
   A. Membership dues shall be $25 per calendar year.
   B. Dues shall be payable in February of each year.
2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
   A. A nominating committee will present a slate of officers at the January board meeting. Whenever possible, the nominee for President shall be an individual with prior Executive Board experience. B. The general membership shall elect officers at the March general meeting. Officers will assume duties at the April meeting.
   C. When a vacancy needs to be filled in the Executive Board mid-term, the President shall appoint (upon approval of the board) someone for the remainder of the year.
3. MEETINGS
   A. Board meetings shall be held monthly
   B. Board meetings shall be held at least nine months of the year.
   C. The General Meetings shall be held at least two times per year.
   D. Balloting at all meetings will be by voice vote unless a hand vote is requested or the chair is in doubt. Secret written ballots may be used if the membership votes to do so.
   E. Balloting is on the basis that one household equals one vote.
   F. Majority rules. 51% of the members present shall constitute a majority.
4. GUESTS
   A. Shall be welcome at any general meeting or community function.
   B. Former members in good standing not presently in residence in BL are honorary guests and may attend as many meetings as desired.
5. EXPENSES
   A. Expenditures over $100 must be approved at a general meeting by majority vote.
   B. Expenditures $100 and under may be approved by the Executive Board. If, due to the emergency nature of a situation, it is deemed necessary by the President to do so, the executive board may be called to order and may authorize expenditures greater than $100.
   C. An annual financial report will be printed in the Crier.
   D. The Lane Crier Editor(s) shall be responsible for all financial transactions and records (upon approval of the board) pertaining to the publication of the Crier.
6. RECORDS AND SUPPLIES
   A. Current and actively used records and supplies are to be maintained by the appropriate officer or chairperson.
   B. All chairpersons shall submit a brief report to the Secretary within 30 days of completion of the chairmanship which should include the following information: activities held, purpose, where and when held, detailed expenditures, donations and by whom, supplies, amount used, and any suggestions for improvements.
   C. Past 5 years' and original records are to be kept by the President and discarded at the discretion of the Executive Board.
   D. A resident directory shall be available every other year (even years). This directory shall also be given to all new neighbors moving into the neighborhood during the year.