B. Vice President
The Vice President assists the President in overseeing club activities,
presides at meetings not attended by the President, and performs other duties as
assigned by the President. The Vice President succeeds to the Presidency if the
President resigns or is unable to perform his/her duties.
C. Secretary
The Secretary's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: recording
and reporting the minutes of all club meetings; maintaining a current list of club
members' names, addresses, and phone numbers; handling general correspondence; and
any other responsibilities assigned by the President.
D. Treasurer
The Treasurer's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, entrustment
with the receipt, care, and disbursement of all club funds. The Treasurer keeps
proper records of all membership dues, reports club financial activities at each
meeting and performs other responsibilities as assigned by the President.
E. Road Captain
The Road Captain's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
overseeing all club riding activities; ensuring all standing and perspective members
are instructed in club riding rules and formations; and performing other responsibilities
as assigned by the President. The Road Captain's authorities may be delegated, by
the Road Captain, as necessary.
F. Sergeant-at-Arms
The Sergeant-at-Arms' responsibilities include, but are not limited to
preserving order at all meetings and any other responsibilities as assigned by the
President.
All Elected offices are filled at an annual election held each November
or upon the occurrence of a vacancy. Elections are by secret ballot and are presided
over by the President. Elected officers serve for one year and assume office on
the first day of the following January. The offices of President, Vice President,
Secretary, and Treasurer cannot be held for more than two consecutive terms by the
same person. No two elected offices can be held at the same time by the same person.
Appointed offices are created as necessary and include the office of
the PARR AMA Referee (who, among other duties, ensures referee reports are expeditiously
reported to AMA after each sanctioned event held by PARR), PARR AMA Insurance Representative,
and Editor of the PARR newsletter, the SPOKE N' WORD. Appointed officers are members
in good standing in AMA and appointed by the President with the advice of the Executive
Board. Appointed officers serve for one year or until the first day of the year
following their appointment to office, whichever time period is shorter. An appointed
officer may be selected to serve any number of consecutive years in an appointed
office and may simultaneously hold an elected office.
If an elected officer misses four or more consecutive meetings, their
office may be considered vacated and the President may appoint a replacement to
fill the position until the next regular elections. If the office vacated is that
of President, the Vice President assumes office, and appoints a new Vice President
with the advice of the Executive Board. Should both the offices of the President
and Vice President be vacant, a special election is held to fill these positions
for the remainder of their annual terms. A special election is conducted in the
same manner as an annual election and is presided over by (in descending priority
order) the Secretary, Road Captain, Treasurer, and Sergeant-at-Arms.
If an officer misses two or more consecutive meetings, the President
(or someone appointed by the President) will contact the missing officer about their
absences.
An elected or appointed officer may be removed from office by not less
than a two thirds majority vote of the club membership.
The Executive Board consists of all elected officers. This board meets
at the discretion of the President; considers and drafts complex club policy and
guidance to be presented to the general membership for final resolution; and advises
on candidates to fill appointed positions and unexpected vacancies of PARR elected
officer positions (except for President). Appointed officers and other club members
may be invited to Executive Board meetings dealing with special interest topics.
BYLAWS
1. Roberts Rules of Order govern PARR meetings. A quorum shall consist
of at least ten members or one half of the members in good standing, whichever is
less, present at a regular meeting.
2. Admittance into PARR
A. Upon completing a membership application and payment of an application
fee, a person interested in joining PARR becomes an applicant. An applicant is placed
on a probationary membership status pending: attendance at two club meetings, one
club ride of sufficient length to assess an applicant's motorcycling abilities,
receipt of a briefing on club riding rules by the Road Captain, and a vote into
full membership by not less than two-thirds of a quorum.
B. If an applicant is not admitted to PARR, the application
fee will be refunded upon request of the applicant.
C. PARR shall not discriminate against any person on the
basis of race, religion, gender or color.
3. A proposed change to the PARR Constitution or its By-Laws must be
submitted and passed by a majority of a quorum. The proposed change cannot be voted
upon before the next regularly scheduled meeting. All members must be informed in
writing of the proposed change(s), prior to a final vote to institute the change.
Two-thirds of the membership is required to institute a change to the Constitution
or its By-Laws.
4. Any unforeseen problems occurring in conflict with the general rules
contained in this Constitution, may be resolved on a one-time basis by a majority
vote of the members present at a meeting or club ride. If an unforeseen problem
persists beyond the one-time resolution addressed here, it must be promptly presented
for resolution at a future meeting of the general membership or the executive board.
5. A member may be expelled from PARR by not less than a 2/3 vote of
the membership.
6. PARR may be dissolved by not less than two-thirds majority vote of
the membership. Should this occur all PARR assets will be liquidated and the proceeds
distributed for one or more tax-exempt purposes, within the meaning of section 501(c)
of the Internal Revenue Code or the corresponding section of any future federal
tax code, as determined by PARR.
7. No part of the net earnings of PARR shall inure to the benefit of,
or be distributed to its members, officers, or other private persons, except that
PARR shall be authorized to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and
to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in its
Constitution. PARR shall not, except to an insubstantial degree, engage in any activities
or exercise any powers that are not in furtherance of the purposes of this organization.
GENERAL
CLUB RULES
1. Members operating motorcycles must have a valid motorcycle license.
2. Motorcycles ridden by members must be maintained in conformance with
the laws of the state in which they are registered.
3. Members should strive to be neat, courteous, and promote a responsible
image to the community.
4. Motorcycles used for club activities must be capable of safely cruising
at posted speed limits.
5. No firearms are permitted at any PARR activity, except where carried
by authorized law enforcement personnel in conjunction with their official duties.
6. No alcohol consumption is permitted during PARR motorcycling activities
7. Membership Dues:
A. Annual dues are eighteen dollars ($18.00) payable by
the first meeting in April of each year. New members' dues are prorated to the next
fiscal year (at the rate of $1.50 per month remaining until April of the next year).
B. Any member who has not paid his/her dues my May 1 will
be considered in arrears and will not be allowed to participate in club activities
until his/her dues are paid. If dues are still in arrears by June 1, the concerned
member will be dropped from PARR membership. Reapplication will be necessary in
order to reestablish membership.
8. Membership Responsibilities and Privileges
A. Members in good standing may:
1. Resolve and vote on club resolutions.
2. Attend PARR rides and other club activities
3. Help organize and conduct club activities
4. Hold elected office
5. Hold and wear the PARR club patch
6. Use club property for PARR purposes.
7. Pay dues as required.
B. Applicants for membership:
1. Complete a PARR application and pay an application fee.
2. Observe PARR rules and regulations while attending club meetings and
the necessary ride to complete their membership eligibility requirements. When riding
with members, follow PARR Group Riding Rules.
C. Member Participation Award
1. Appropriate recognition will be given each year to the PARR members
determined to have given the most time and energy to PARR. A 3-person committee
will be appointed by the President each year to select the award recipients.
2. All PARR members in good standing are eligible to receive appropriate
recognition.