Proposed constitution changes pass
 

Based on discussion at the last two executive board meetings, the AFTR officers proposed some minor changes to the constitution.  These changes better reflect what the AFTR is actually doing and will facilitate the smooth operation of the organization.  Listed below is the original wording of the Constitution.  Proposed omissions have a line through them.  Proposed changes are in italics.  The membership in attendance voted on these changes at the December meeting.  A complete copy of the constitution will be available at the April meeting at L'Affaire or can be obtained by emailing Linda Duke at leelouduke@aol.com.

 

Constitutional Changes:

 

IV.            Membership

            Section 3.  The right to vote and hold office shall be extended to those full members who have paid their dues. Membership dues must be paid in full 30 days in advance to vote or hold office.

 

V.            Officers

            Section 5.  The Vice President shall assist the President in the performance of his/her duties and shall perform all duties of the President in his/her absence.   He/She will oversee the standing committees.

 

VII.            Elections

            Section 3.  The election Committee shall send a notice in writing to members regarding nominations and elections at least thirty (30) days prior to the May third meeting.  Nominations shall be taken from the floor at the May third meeting.

 

Changes to the By-Laws:

 

I.            Meetings

            Section 4.  The Executive Board may call additional general and executive board meetings as necessary.

 

II.        Dues

            Section 3.  The dues and fiscal year shall begin July 1.