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Scape bylaws
The Bylaws of Southern California Aquatic Plant Enthusiasts can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1spf...ew?usp=sharing
Here are the highlights (cannot post the full thing due to character limit):
Article I Name and Purpose
1.1. Name: Southern California Aquatic Plant Enthusiasts (SCAPE)
1.2. Mission Statement: Promote interest and knowledge of all things related to aquatic, marginal, and riparian plants.
1.3. Goals: Be a hub of education and resources for local hobbyists and industry professionals; and promote the conservation and propagation of aquatic and semi aquatic plants. Hold monthly meetings for members and visitors to interact and share their experiences and plants. Attend public events for educational and outreach purposes.
1.4. Non-Profit Entity: California Public Benefit Corporation. Tax exempt non-profit status under California State and Federal regulations. Any and all donations to the Club shall be eligible for tax deduction as applicable under state and federal law.
Article II Membership
2.1. Membership is to be closed. “Member(s)” or “Membership” shall refer to those in good standing and current on dues, if applicable.
2.2. Types and cost of membership: Membership shall consist of three (3) types, further described below: (1) Free, (2) Standard, and (3) Advanced. Memberships will start at the beginning of the month the member(s) joins and will be for the following twelve (12) month period. The benefits for the different types of membership are described in section 2.3.
2.2.1. Free Membership dues shall be free.
2.2.1.1. Free Members will be allowed to list up to five (5) plant listings and three (3) non-plant listings in monthly club auctions.
2.2.1.2. Free Members will have a minimum 25% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.2.2 Standard Membership dues shall be $20 for one year.
2.2.2.1. Standard Members will be allowed to list unlimited plants and up to ten (10) non-plant items in monthly club auctions.
2.2.2.2. Standard Members will have a minimum 25% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.2.3 Advanced Membership dues shall be $40 for one year.
2.2.3.1. Advanced Members will not have quantity limits in the Club auction.
2.2.3.2. Advanced Members will have a minimum 20% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.3. Membership Benefits are as follows:
2.3.1. One (1) vote for Club matters as a Standard or Advanced Member.
2.3.2. Members can participate in meeting sales and auctions.
2.3.3. Group Buys through the Club are for Members only.
2.3.4. Discounts at sponsoring stores.
2.3.5. Member-only events and field trips/tours.
2.3.6. After one year of membership, a member in good standing may run for an Officer position or be appointed to a Board of Directors position.
2.4. Membership will be non-discriminating. However, individuals can be removed or banned at the discretion of the Board of Directors or members if deemed necessary through the means described in the appropriate section below.
Article VI Regular Meetings
6.1. Regular Meetings shall generally be held the fourth Saturday of each odd numbered month. Even numbered month meetings will be held at different locations based on the availability of various hosts. Meeting locations shall be determined on an ongoing basis. Dates and times are subject to change at the discretion of the BOD.
6.2. There is no cost to attend or participate in Regular Meetings. Regular Meetings are open to visitors without limits.
6.3. Meeting Agendas will be made public at least two weeks prior to the meeting date.
6.4. Members may petition items/business for the Meeting Agenda at least 30 days prior to a Regular Meeting by emailing any of the Officers. Members may also bring up new business not on the agenda for review/discussion at the end of any Regular Meeting. The President shall determine if there is sufficient time to address any new business at any meeting.
Article VII Auctions at Meetings and Sales at Events
7.1. Club Meetings shall allow a designated space for Members to sell their personal items based on their membership type as described below. SCAPE assumes no liability, express or implied, for any items sold or purchased at meetings. All items sold shall be in presentable form and of good quality. Buyers are to thoroughly inspect all items prior to purchase and assume responsibility for all purchases made.
7.1.1. Members will have a designated area where they will drop off their items for auction. Each item must be labeled with the auction ID number, starting bid amount, and a description. The total sales of a member’s items will be tabulated and disbursed to the Member less the donation increments described in Section 2.2 for the different membership types, which will be withheld to go to Club funds at the end of each meeting.
7.2. Any Member or visitor participating in a Club Meeting may purchase items in the Club auction but must be registered on the Auction website.
7.3. Details for members to participate in selling items at a Club booth at shows and events will be determined on an event by event basis. Details for participation will be made public as soon as they are available.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1spf...ew?usp=sharing
Here are the highlights (cannot post the full thing due to character limit):
Article I Name and Purpose
1.1. Name: Southern California Aquatic Plant Enthusiasts (SCAPE)
1.2. Mission Statement: Promote interest and knowledge of all things related to aquatic, marginal, and riparian plants.
1.3. Goals: Be a hub of education and resources for local hobbyists and industry professionals; and promote the conservation and propagation of aquatic and semi aquatic plants. Hold monthly meetings for members and visitors to interact and share their experiences and plants. Attend public events for educational and outreach purposes.
1.4. Non-Profit Entity: California Public Benefit Corporation. Tax exempt non-profit status under California State and Federal regulations. Any and all donations to the Club shall be eligible for tax deduction as applicable under state and federal law.
Article II Membership
2.1. Membership is to be closed. “Member(s)” or “Membership” shall refer to those in good standing and current on dues, if applicable.
2.2. Types and cost of membership: Membership shall consist of three (3) types, further described below: (1) Free, (2) Standard, and (3) Advanced. Memberships will start at the beginning of the month the member(s) joins and will be for the following twelve (12) month period. The benefits for the different types of membership are described in section 2.3.
2.2.1. Free Membership dues shall be free.
2.2.1.1. Free Members will be allowed to list up to five (5) plant listings and three (3) non-plant listings in monthly club auctions.
2.2.1.2. Free Members will have a minimum 25% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.2.2 Standard Membership dues shall be $20 for one year.
2.2.2.1. Standard Members will be allowed to list unlimited plants and up to ten (10) non-plant items in monthly club auctions.
2.2.2.2. Standard Members will have a minimum 25% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.2.3 Advanced Membership dues shall be $40 for one year.
2.2.3.1. Advanced Members will not have quantity limits in the Club auction.
2.2.3.2. Advanced Members will have a minimum 20% of their auction proceeds withheld as a donation to the Club.
2.3. Membership Benefits are as follows:
2.3.1. One (1) vote for Club matters as a Standard or Advanced Member.
2.3.2. Members can participate in meeting sales and auctions.
2.3.3. Group Buys through the Club are for Members only.
2.3.4. Discounts at sponsoring stores.
2.3.5. Member-only events and field trips/tours.
2.3.6. After one year of membership, a member in good standing may run for an Officer position or be appointed to a Board of Directors position.
2.4. Membership will be non-discriminating. However, individuals can be removed or banned at the discretion of the Board of Directors or members if deemed necessary through the means described in the appropriate section below.
Article VI Regular Meetings
6.1. Regular Meetings shall generally be held the fourth Saturday of each odd numbered month. Even numbered month meetings will be held at different locations based on the availability of various hosts. Meeting locations shall be determined on an ongoing basis. Dates and times are subject to change at the discretion of the BOD.
6.2. There is no cost to attend or participate in Regular Meetings. Regular Meetings are open to visitors without limits.
6.3. Meeting Agendas will be made public at least two weeks prior to the meeting date.
6.4. Members may petition items/business for the Meeting Agenda at least 30 days prior to a Regular Meeting by emailing any of the Officers. Members may also bring up new business not on the agenda for review/discussion at the end of any Regular Meeting. The President shall determine if there is sufficient time to address any new business at any meeting.
Article VII Auctions at Meetings and Sales at Events
7.1. Club Meetings shall allow a designated space for Members to sell their personal items based on their membership type as described below. SCAPE assumes no liability, express or implied, for any items sold or purchased at meetings. All items sold shall be in presentable form and of good quality. Buyers are to thoroughly inspect all items prior to purchase and assume responsibility for all purchases made.
7.1.1. Members will have a designated area where they will drop off their items for auction. Each item must be labeled with the auction ID number, starting bid amount, and a description. The total sales of a member’s items will be tabulated and disbursed to the Member less the donation increments described in Section 2.2 for the different membership types, which will be withheld to go to Club funds at the end of each meeting.
7.2. Any Member or visitor participating in a Club Meeting may purchase items in the Club auction but must be registered on the Auction website.
7.3. Details for members to participate in selling items at a Club booth at shows and events will be determined on an event by event basis. Details for participation will be made public as soon as they are available.