BYLAWS
Of
The Emerald City Artisans
of SALI, Inc
 

ARTICLE ONE MEMBERSHIP

Section I. Membership Qualifications

Membership in this Chapter shall be open to all persons interested in the art of stenciling.  Members must also be a member of in good standing of SALI, Inc

Section 2. Membership Application and Election

Application for membership shall be made in writing in the name of the applicant giving such information as is required on an application form approved by the Executive Committee. Membership will be made upon appearance at Chapter meeting and/or payment of Chapter and National dues (or have proof of prior payment).

Section 3. Membership Suspension and Termination

a. A member may be suspended for a period or expelled for cause such as violation of any of the bylaws or standing rules of the Chapter, or for conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the Chapter. Suspension or expulsion shall be by a two-thirds vote of the membership of the Executive Committee, provided that a statement of the charges shall have been mailed by registered mail to the member under charges at his last recorded address at least fifteen (15) days before final action is taken thereon: this statement shall be accompanied by a notice of the time when and place where the Executive Committee is to take action. The members shall be given the opportunity to present a defense at the time and place mentioned in such notice.

b. When any member shall be in default of payment of dues for a period of thirty (30) days from the beginning of the fiscal year of the Chapter or period for which such dues become payable, his membership may thereupon be terminated by the Executive Committee in the manner provided herein. The interest in the funds, property, and other assets of the Chapter of every member whose membership shall terminate for any reason, except the dissolution of the Chapter, shall immediately cease, and such member shall have no claim against the Chapter or against the other members.

ARTICLE TWO

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Section I Corporation

The affairs of the Chapter shall be controlled and administered by an Executive Committee which shall be composed of five (5) members which will be: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Newsletter Editor. The term of the Executive Committee shall expire at the end of the fiscal year.  New officers shall be elected at the November meeting and take office at the first meeting of  the fiscal year.  In the event that the office of any officer shall become vacant prior to the expiration of his term, a majority of the then remaining officers may elect a successor officer who shall serve until the expiration of the term of the officer whose term has become vacant. Any officer may resign his appointment at any time and any officer may be removed, with cause, by a two-thirds majority vote of the membership in attendance. An officer shall be considered incapacitated if for any reason he is not able to carry on the duties of his office. No officer who has served 3 consecutive years shall be eligible for reelection as an officer until one year after the expiration of his term of office.  An Officer may not hold the same office for more than two consecutive years.

Section 2. Qualification

Election to Executive Committee is restricted to members not past due in respect to the payment of dues to the Chapter and to the National League.

Section 3. Installation of Officers

After the election of the new Chapter officers, the retiring President shall oversee installation of newly elected officers into office at the next general meeting.

Section 4. Executive Committee Meetings.

The Executive Committee shall meet at such times and places as may be determined by the President or the Executive Committee, and transact all business of the Chapter requiring attention. A majority of the members of the Executive Committee shall constitute a quorum. A majority vote of all members present shall be sufficient to adopt measures coming before the Executive Committee whenever she deems it expedient, or at the request of three officers.

Section 5. Standing Committees.

The President is authorized to enlist a large and active corps of participants from all classes of membership of the Chapter to serve on Standing Committees working on behalf of the Executive Committee and the entire membership. There shall be no limitation on the eligibility for appointment of such committees.

a. Special Committees. The President may, at any time, appoint other committees, as needed, on any subject for which there are not Standing Committees, upon approval of two-thirds of the Executive Committee.

b. The members of such committees shall serve until the appointment of their successors. All committees shall report annually, and may report at any time to the Executive Committee.

ARTICLE THREE

Duties of Officers

Section 1 Duties of Officers

The duties and powers of the officers of the Chapter shall be as follows:

President

The President shall preside at the meetings of the Chapter and of the Executive Committee, and shall be a member ex officio, with right to vote, of all committees.  The President organizes all chapter meetings and educational topics.  President writes a message to the membership for the newsletter.

Vice President

In case of the death or absence of the President, or his inability from any cause to act, shall perform the duties of his office.

Secretary

It shall be the duty of the Secretary to give notice of and attend all meetings of the Chapter and keep a record of their doings; to conduct all correspondence and to carry into execution all orders, votes and resolutions not otherwise committed; to keep a list of the members of the Chapter; to notify the officers and members of the Chapter of their election; to notify the members of their appointment on committees; to prepare, under the direction of the Executive Committee, an annual report of the transactions and condition of the Chapter; and generally to devote his best efforts to forwarding the business and advancing the interest of the Chapter. In case of absence or disability of the Secretary, the Executive Committee may appoint a Secretary.

Treasurer

The Treasurer shall keep an account of all monies received and expended for the use of the Chapter, and shall make disbursements only upon vouchers approved in writing by a member of the Executive Committee. He shall deposit all sums received in a bank, or banks, or trust company, approved by the Executive Committee, and make an annual report to the President. Funds may be drawn upon the signature of the Treasurer if the amount of such disbursement is less than $50.00. When the disbursement exceeds $50.00, the check must be co-signed by the President, or such Other third person whose name appears on the bank signature card. The funds, books and vouchers in his hands shall at all times be under the supervision of the Executive Committee and subject to its inspection and control. At the expiration of his term of office, he shall deliver over to his successor all books, monies and other property or, in the absence of Treasurer-elect, to the President. In case of the absence or disability of the Treasurer, the Executive Committee may appoint a Treasurer pro tem.

Section 2. Method of Election

The general members shall elect all officers for a term of one year. A majority of a quorum present shall be necessary to constitute an election.

Section 4. Bond of Treasurer.

The Treasurer shall, if required by the Executive Committee, give to the Chapter such security for the faithful discharge of his duties as the Executive Committee may direct.

Section 5. Vacancies

All vacancies in any office shall be filed by the Executive Committee without undue delay, at its regular meeting, or at a meeting specially called for that purpose.

 Section 6. Dues and Revenue

The individual dues for the membership will be $25.00 annually, payable by January 15th, or prorated for new members as follows:  $12.50 from July 1st through the end of the fiscal year. The Chapter dues and revenues shall be fixed from time to time by the Executive Committee.  The fiscal year runs January 1 through December 31.

Article Four

Education

Section 1. Teacher Pay for Chapter meetings.

 Member of the chapter may teach a class with pay providing the following:

•           Must have minimum of 3 hours worth of class material.

•           Must have typed up handouts to include directions, tools, and product suggestions.

•           Must submit supply list in advance.  Some supplies will be provided with chapter funds, attending students will purchase some.

•           Teacher will be paid $12 per hour of class time, and an additional $2 per student over 10.

•           Teacher can donate time if desired and amount will be registered as education donation to chapter funds.

•           All excess funds from class will be deposited to chapter account designated as education funds.

•           Any and all products or supplies purchased by ECA for Chapter Classes maybe distributed to members participating in the class at no extra charge for those attending. 

•           This is local, not to be confused with Education Committee which locates and arranges for national talent to offer classes twice annually.

Section 2. Other Education Classes.   Emerald City will host two national teachers outside of normal scheduled meetings.  Students are responsible for the tuition of the class and all materials required.  Classes are booked on a first come first serve basis.  Classes are only open to Emerald City Artisans unless otherwise agreed upon by the Board and Education Chairman.

Article Five

Section 1. The General Membership shall have the power to alter, amend, or appeal the Bylaws or adopt new Bylaws, by a vote at the regular monthly meetings of the Chapter, provided the Bylaws at no time shall contain any provision inconsistent with law or the Articles of Incorporation of the League. A two-week notification will be given to all members when Bylaws will be amended.
 

Standing Rules
EMERALD CITY ARTISANS
Chapter of
Stencil Artisans League, Inc.
Revised October 2005 (original date Feb 16, 1999)

1.     The fiscal year of this chapter runs from January 01 through December 01.  Must be a member of the National SALI before becoming ECA member.

2.     The individual dues for the membership will be $25.00 annually, payable by Jan 15^th, or prorated for new members as follows: $12.50 from July 01 through the end of fiscal year.

3.     The chapter meeting shall be held the first Saturday of each month 10:00a.m- 1:00 pm, unless an educational topic takes longer.  Every effort is taken to maintain the above schedule.  If there is a particular subject you would like to discuss, please make sure to contact the Chapter President to add the discussion onto the meeting agenda. 

4.     The Location of the Chapter meetings alternate between the North end of Seattle at; CRI, 929 N 130^th St, Suite #2, and a location in the Federal Way area depending on available space.

5.     The Executive Committee shall meet once a month in addition to the general meeting.  The Committee shall meet at a time and place named by the president.  This meeting may take place via email.

6.      Election of officers will be held in November, Officers will assume their offices in January of the following year.

7.     Meetings will be held in the following months:  Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, June, Sept, Oct, Nov (No meetings will be held July, August, or December).

8.     The treasurer’s report will be printed in the monthly newsletter in place of having a printed copy at the chapter meeting. 

9.     The meeting minutes will be printed in the monthly newsletter in place of having a printed copy at the meeting.