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MAVERICKS BOWLING CLUB


CONSTITUTION & BYLAWS



SECTION I - ORGANIZATION

  • This club shall be known as "The Mavericks Bowling Club". This club is formed to bring about Love, Peace, Unity and Goodwill to all.

SECTION II - PURPOSE

  • The purpose of "The Mavericks Bowling Club" is to promote and support competitive bowling, exclusively for recreation and non-profitable purposes.

SECTION III - MEMBERSHIP

  • All new applications for membership with the Mavericks Bowling Club must be submitted by a member of the club to be presented to the Membership Committee.
  • All new applications will be processed by the Membership Committee for acceptance and voted upon by the members of the club.

    1. The average requirements for submission of an application is
      a minimum of 175 for men and 160 for women.

    2. All members shall maintain the required averages. These averages are based on book averages of at least 42 games or 21 match games with the Mavericks Bowling Club.

    3. If a member fails to meet the average requirement for the first year, they shall be placed on probation. If at the end of the second year the member reaches the average requirement, that member is removed from probation. If a member fails to meet average requirements at the end of two (2) years, upon request they will be placed in the Associate group or their membership will be terminated.

  • All members must be sanctioned and in good standing with the United States Bowling Congress (USBC)
  • Applications for membership are accepted throughout the year and presented to the body for voting during the months of June. All applicants:

    1. Shall be placed on a one (1) year probation from the date of acceptance, and shall only become active members upon receiving a majority vote from the club members at its annual meeting in June;

    2. Are eligible for tournament and match game play;

    3. Shall adhere to all club rules, including fines;

    4. Shall wear the club's uniform "COLORS" at match games and tournament play.

  • Membership dues shall be $130.00 per year; they are due at Club meeting in June. All dues must be paid before the organizational meeting in September. If the dues are not paid before the organizational meeting, the member may not participate in any club functions until the dues are paid.
    (See Sections X and XII)

SECTION IV - BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • The Board of Directors, shall consist of elected club members in the position of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Sgt. of Arms and Tournament Director as well as Subcommittee Chairpersons of each assigned Committee.

  • It is the duty of the Board Of Directors to conduct the club's business, to approve participation in competitive events, to approve disbursement of funds, and prepare an annual schedule of activities. It also recommends amendments or additions to the Rules and Regulations to the membership at large.

  • The Board of Directors shall conduct monthly meetings prior to regular club meetings to discuss club business and prepare an agenda for the next club meeting.

SECTION V - OFFICERS

  • The officers of the club shall be the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Sgt-At-Arms, Tournament Directors and Chairpersons.

  • The President or Vice President shall be the presiding officer at all meetings.

  • Elections of Officers will be held in June, every two (2) years with the new board taking office in September (August).

SECTION VI - OFFICER's DUTIES

  • President:

    1. The President shall conduct all meetings.
    2. The President shall appoint all committees, temporary or permanent.
    3. The President shall see that all books, reports and official papers are kept on file by law.

  • Vice President:

    1. The Vice President shall be in charge of all meetings in the absence of the President and be responsible for overseeing all subcommittee activities and meetings and the Constitution.

  • Secretary:

    1. The secretary shall provided the minutes from the previous meetings and record all correspondence. Take roll-call at all meetings. Prepare all official correspondence and assume the duties of the Treasurer in his/her absence.

  • Treasurer:

    1. The Treasurer shall deposit all club funds regularly in a bank or other appropriate federally insured institution, in the name of The Mavericks Bowling Club.
    2. All withdrawals or checks written from the account, shall have the signatures of the President and the Treasurer; or the Vice President and the Treasurer; or the President and the Vice President.
    3. The Treasurer shall make a monthly report which will be distributed to the membership at large. The Treasurer shall supply the Secretary with a monitory correspondence before meeting date.

  • Tournament Director:

    1. The Tournament Director shall be responsible for all tournament arrangements for each club member desiring to participate. The Tournament Director shall be the spokesperson for the club at all tournaments. The tournament Director shall be responsible for arranging all match games. (At all match games and ICBC Tournaments, the tournament Director shall be responsible for receiving and requesting a roster from the opposing club and verify roster via ICBC website for each bowler)
    2. The Tournament Director shall select an Assistant Director to act in his/her absence and assist when necessary.
    3. The Tournament Director shall be reimbursed for all expenses incurred while attending to club business. This shall include paid 30 cents a mile for the use of personal vehicles.

  • Assistant Tournament Director:

    1. Shall perform all of the duties of the Tournament Director in his/her absence.

  • Sargeant-At-Arms:

    1. The Sargeant-At-Arms will maintain order at all official activities, including regular meetings and tournaments. The sargeant-At-Arms has the authority to recommend punitive action to the Board of Directors.
    2. The Sargeant-At-Arms shall also be responsible for imposing and collecting fines to be turned over to the Treasurer and reported to the Tournament Director.

SECTION VII - MISCELLANEOUS

  • Rules

    1. The club shall at all time be in compliance with the IRS Codes, or any other legal codes governing the club, set up by the law enforcement.

  • Amendments

    1. The Constitution, Rules and Regulations of The Mavericks Bowling Club may be repealed or amended only at the Organizational meeting by the majority of members-at-large.

SECTION VIII - TOURNAMENT PLAY AND MATCH GAMES

  • All bowling that the Mavericks Bowling Club participate in shall be in compliance with the WIBC/ABC USBCrules.
  • All members are to attend all match games except in the case of illness, work, or excusable absences.
  • All members are required to wear the correct uniform designated for each occasion.
  • All members will be responsible for (Prize Fund) fees for all tournaments in which they participate.
  • Members are responsible for all expenses incurred in match play and tournaments.
  • All members are to participate in three (3) tournaments decided by the club, in which one (1) may be sponsored by the club.
  • Members who have not paid their dues or fines shall not be used as subs.
  • All members are to be at bowling site and have checked in with the Tournament Director, 15 minutes before start of bowling. Anyone who has not checked in at this time shall be considered late.
  • At the start of shadow bowling, the Tournament Director shall replace any scheduled bowler who has not checked in.
    1. Once a bowler has been replaced, he or she cannot come in to bowl. (Removal of #1)
  • Any member who cannot bowl in a schedule match game or tournament, must notify the Tournament Director:
    1. Match Games - by Monday before the scheduled match
    2. Tournaments - A 20-day (15-day)notice must be given

SECTION IX - MEETINGS

  • Regular meetings for the club are held monthly on the third Sunday at 2 P.M. Meetings are held at our meeting house (Clinton) in the meeting room. All members shall attend all meetings.
    (See Section X - Fines)
  • If a member cannot make a meeting, then the member shall motify another member of their absence before the meeting starts.
  • Special meetings may be called by the President. All Board of Directors and committee chairpersons shall be present. Members shall be present if requested by the President. (See Section X - Fines)
  • Failing to attend 30% of the meetings without an accepable excuse are grounds for suspension, fine or membership termination.

    • Ex: Because of illness to you or your family for an extended period of time. Such members will be placed on inactive status, .

  • The regularly scheduled monthly meeting shall be conducted with an agenda which is to be given to all members and are to last not more than two (2) hours. Any items not discussed or any new item(s) to be discussed, not covered in the allotted time period shall be tabled and dealt with at the next regularly scheduled meeting.
  • Members present at any monthly or specially called meeting shall constitute a quorum for voting purposes only.

SECTION X - FINES

  • All members in violation of any club rule shall be fined. All fines may be imposed by payable, suspension, probation or termination.

    1. There will be a fine of $2.00 imposed on any member for being fifteen (15) minutes late for club meetings without notification.
    2. There will be a fine of $5.00 for inexcusable absences.
    3. There will be a fine of $5.00 for all Board Members that do not attend special called meetings.
    4. Members bowling out of uniform will be fined $5.00 for each occurrence.
    5. A fine of $2.00 will be imposed for all members that are 15 minutes late for match games or tournaments.
    6. Any members owing club fees will not be schedule at any club function until fees are current.
    7. See Sections XII and XIII.

  • Fines may be imposed on members, when applicable, and are determined by Sgt. of Arms, Board of Directors and club members (as a body), when necessary. All such fines are payable, in full, one month from date fined.

SECTION XI - MEMBERS LEAVING THE CLUB

  • Termination of Membership

    Any member who desires to leave the club may do so at any time. This termination of membership must be in writing and received by the Board of Directors (by the 3rd friday in August of the calendar year) prior to termination of membership.

    There will be no financial obligations due to any member by the club upon their termination of membership from the club. All financial obligations by the member to the club must be satisfied before the termination of membership to keep the member in good standing with the club should they wish re-entry into the club.

    All partial payments of dues shall be forfeited by the member being terminated or dismissed.

  • Inactive Membership for One (1) Year

    Any member can request an inactive membership status. This request must be in writing and received by the Board of Directors thirty (30) days prior to effective date of departure (except in an emergency). Upon the receipt of written request, the Board of Directors will notify that member of the status of their request within then (10) days, also in writing.
    If request is denied, the member has fifteen (15) days to request a hearing with the Review Board. At the hearing, the Review Board's decision will be final.

    Upon expiration of inactive status, the member must notify the Board of Directors of their intentions to:

    1. return to active,
    2. terminate their membership, or
    3. request an extension, at least thirty (30) days prior to expiration of their inactive status.

SECTION XII - GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL FROM CLUB

  • Any member who is not is good standing with the club.

  • Any member that has not paid their dues by the end of the thirty (30) day period.

  • See Section X - Fines.

SECTION XIII - NOTIFICATION OF SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL

  • Members are to be notified of their suspension or dismissal in writing by certified, returned receipt mail within thirty (30) days of the decision to suspend or dismiss any member from the Club.
  • Members may appeal their suspension or dismissal by requesting an appeal hearing within ten (10) days upon receiving their notice of suspension or dismissal in writing to the Board Of Directors.
  • In the event of failure to notify a member because of incorrect address on file, the return of certified mail from last known address shall be proof of Club responsibility to notify club member and said member shall be terminated if no response is received from them.

SECTION XIV - APPEALS COMMITTEE

  • The Appeals Committee shall consist of five (5) members-at-large to be selected by the President for each appeal. This committee was established to review any grievances members may have pertaining to the enforcement of any rule of the Club. All appeal decisions shall be final.

SECTION XV - MAVERICKS ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES

  • People who are not currently Mavericks may become an Associate Member by fulfilling the following requirements:

    1. Average must be at least 155 for women; 170 for men;
    2. Must be recommended by a Maverick;
    3. Go through the same membership process as a regular Maverick;
    4. Associate membership dues shall be $35.00 due 30 days after meeting with the membership committee/ receiving letter from the membership committee; and
    5. Be in good standing with WIBC/ABC.

  • Mavericks applicants will be automatically accepted as an Associate member, if they so desire.
  • Associate members are subject to the same conduct rules as a regular member.
  • Associate membership shall be no more than fifteen (15) members at any given time.
  • No more then ten (10) of the fifteen (15) members may be non-Mavericks.
  • Associates members are required to attend all Mavericks meetings as a non-voting participant.
  • Associates members may participant in any scheduled tournament(s) with the Mavericks, if he/she so desires, at his/her own expense.
  • Uniforms for Associates members will be the same COLOR as the Mavericks Members.
  • Associates members are required to attend all Mavericks regular scheduled match games, in uniform and be prepared.