The document provides an overview of Zone Boards of Review (ZBOR), including:
- ZBORs replaced Local Swimming Committee Boards of Review in 2015 to provide independent and impartial hearings on disputes.
- ZBORs have investigative and judicial powers to conduct hearings, make decisions, and impose penalties regarding matters affecting their Zone or constituent LSCs.
- The hearing process includes filing a petition, notice of hearing, respondent's answer, and alternative dispute resolution. Pre-hearing conferences can streamline complex cases.
- While not subject to constitutional due process, ZBORs must provide procedural due process such as fair notice, opportunity to be heard, and ability to present one
The document outlines the rules and regulations of the Brockton Planning Board. It discusses the board's organization, membership, officers, meetings, public hearing procedures, and limitations on requests to return to the Zoning Board of Appeals. It also establishes a revolving fund for hiring outside consultants to assist in reviewing applications.
Rules of Procedure Governing Inquiries in Aid of LegislationArden Chan
This document outlines 24 sections establishing rules of procedure for inquiries conducted by the Senate of the Philippines or any of its committees in aid of legislation. The rules cover topics such as initiating inquiries, jurisdictional challenges, quorum requirements, petitions by senators and non-members, executive and public hearings, witness testimony and rights, committee powers and reports.
CLEAN Inc. Membership Orientation PresentationMarlon Libot
CLEAN Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1989 that provides emergency communications assistance and community services. It has over 500 members across Misamis Oriental. The summary outlines its:
1) History of establishing partnerships with government agencies since 1989 and registering as a non-profit in 1995.
2) Programs that include traffic management, emergency assistance, consumer protection, and election monitoring.
3) Membership guidelines including requirements to own a radio, undergo training, and participate in organization activities.
4) Operations protocols focused on keeping frequencies clear for emergency calls and using standard radio communication procedures.
The document outlines key aspects of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act of 1992, which established the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to regulate securities markets in India. It discusses SEBI's objectives, powers, composition, adjudication process, and appellate tribunal. Specifically, it notes that SEBI was established as a board with the mandate to protect investors, regulate stock exchanges and market intermediaries, and prohibit unfair trading practices. It has wide-ranging powers to regulate securities issuance, inspect markets and intermediaries, and adjudicate violations with penalties.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Coto de Caza Community Association. It discusses the principal office location, purposes of the association, membership qualifications and voting rights, procedures for meetings of members, and structure and responsibilities of the board of directors. Key points include:
- The principal office is located in Newport Beach, California.
- Membership is mandatory for owners of residential lots in the Coto de Caza development.
- The board of directors consists of 3 members who are elected annually by association members.
- The board has broad powers to manage association affairs, enforce covenants, and make rules for common areas.
The Brown Act outlines rules for transparency and public participation in meetings of legislative bodies in California. It defines which groups are subject to the act and discusses requirements around regular, special, emergency, and adjourned meetings including agendas, notices, and open discussion. Exceptions are provided for certain personnel and litigation matters. Violations of the act can result in civil or criminal penalties.
The document outlines the by-laws of the Gentry Honours Homeowners Association. It establishes the association's name and principal office. It defines key terms like "association", "properties", "common area", "lot", "owner", "declarant", and "declaration". It also establishes rules for member meetings, the board of directors, officers and their duties, committees, financial assessments, and amendments to the by-laws.
The Central Board of Film Certification (Censor Board) regulates the public exhibition of films in India under the Cinematograph Act 1952. It reviews films and assigns them one of four categories: unrestricted public exhibition, restricted to adults, restricted to certain classes, or banned. The Censor Board ensures that films do not contain content that is against national interests or public order, or promotes obscenity. It examines films to prevent exposure of psychologically damaging content to children. Violations of the Censor Board's ratings like exhibiting adult films to children are punishable offenses.
The document outlines the rules and regulations of the Brockton Planning Board. It discusses the board's organization, membership, officers, meetings, public hearing procedures, and limitations on requests to return to the Zoning Board of Appeals. It also establishes a revolving fund for hiring outside consultants to assist in reviewing applications.
Rules of Procedure Governing Inquiries in Aid of LegislationArden Chan
This document outlines 24 sections establishing rules of procedure for inquiries conducted by the Senate of the Philippines or any of its committees in aid of legislation. The rules cover topics such as initiating inquiries, jurisdictional challenges, quorum requirements, petitions by senators and non-members, executive and public hearings, witness testimony and rights, committee powers and reports.
CLEAN Inc. Membership Orientation PresentationMarlon Libot
CLEAN Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1989 that provides emergency communications assistance and community services. It has over 500 members across Misamis Oriental. The summary outlines its:
1) History of establishing partnerships with government agencies since 1989 and registering as a non-profit in 1995.
2) Programs that include traffic management, emergency assistance, consumer protection, and election monitoring.
3) Membership guidelines including requirements to own a radio, undergo training, and participate in organization activities.
4) Operations protocols focused on keeping frequencies clear for emergency calls and using standard radio communication procedures.
The document outlines key aspects of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act of 1992, which established the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to regulate securities markets in India. It discusses SEBI's objectives, powers, composition, adjudication process, and appellate tribunal. Specifically, it notes that SEBI was established as a board with the mandate to protect investors, regulate stock exchanges and market intermediaries, and prohibit unfair trading practices. It has wide-ranging powers to regulate securities issuance, inspect markets and intermediaries, and adjudicate violations with penalties.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Coto de Caza Community Association. It discusses the principal office location, purposes of the association, membership qualifications and voting rights, procedures for meetings of members, and structure and responsibilities of the board of directors. Key points include:
- The principal office is located in Newport Beach, California.
- Membership is mandatory for owners of residential lots in the Coto de Caza development.
- The board of directors consists of 3 members who are elected annually by association members.
- The board has broad powers to manage association affairs, enforce covenants, and make rules for common areas.
The Brown Act outlines rules for transparency and public participation in meetings of legislative bodies in California. It defines which groups are subject to the act and discusses requirements around regular, special, emergency, and adjourned meetings including agendas, notices, and open discussion. Exceptions are provided for certain personnel and litigation matters. Violations of the act can result in civil or criminal penalties.
The document outlines the by-laws of the Gentry Honours Homeowners Association. It establishes the association's name and principal office. It defines key terms like "association", "properties", "common area", "lot", "owner", "declarant", and "declaration". It also establishes rules for member meetings, the board of directors, officers and their duties, committees, financial assessments, and amendments to the by-laws.
The Central Board of Film Certification (Censor Board) regulates the public exhibition of films in India under the Cinematograph Act 1952. It reviews films and assigns them one of four categories: unrestricted public exhibition, restricted to adults, restricted to certain classes, or banned. The Censor Board ensures that films do not contain content that is against national interests or public order, or promotes obscenity. It examines films to prevent exposure of psychologically damaging content to children. Violations of the Censor Board's ratings like exhibiting adult films to children are punishable offenses.
Board Rules of Procedure 2013 Gloucester County Board of SupervisorsChuck Thompson
Reprinted here under fair use laws of the US for the purpose of a news article on the website of Gloucester, Virginia Links and News. GVLN. Board of Supervisors rules for county meetings. Gloucester, Virginia.
The document outlines regulations for meetings of the Insurance Advisory Committee in India. It discusses procedures such as requiring at least 3 meetings per year, setting the quorum as one-third of total members, and processes for taking and distributing minutes. Members are entitled to reimbursement for expenses related to attending meetings. The regulations are intended to advise the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority on rulemaking and other matters.
This document provides an overview and guidelines for legal secretaries and other law office staff when interacting with judges' offices in the Eighteenth Circuit of Florida. It discusses the roles of key court staff like judicial assistants, staff attorneys, trial coordinators, clerks of court, and sheriff's deputies. It also provides tips for scheduling hearings, submitting proposed orders, and general protocols for respectful communication with judicial assistants and judges' offices. The goal is to educate legal support staff on properly navigating the court system in a timely, ethical, and efficient manner.
The Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government, known as Congress, which is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives. It outlines the composition and election process for both chambers, as well as their powers and responsibilities. These include the ability to create laws, approve the federal budget, declare war, and impeach and remove the president or other federal officials from office. The Constitution also establishes the basic framework for how legislation is passed and how the executive branch, through the president, can veto bills.
The Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government, known as Congress, which is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives. It outlines the composition and election process for both chambers, as well as their powers and responsibilities. These include the ability to create laws, approve the federal budget, declare war, and impeach and remove the president from office. The Constitution also establishes the basic framework for how legislation is passed and how the president can veto bills.
This document provides an overview and schedule for a training on locating legal information online. It begins with introducing the goals of familiarizing participants with the US legal system and online legal resources. The schedule outlines discussing the legal system, common legal reference questions, identifying citations, and exploring legal portals and websites. It then provides a detailed overview of the US legal system, including the three branches of government and the types of primary legal authorities like constitutions, statutes, court rules, and cases. It describes the federal and Minnesota court structures and where to find legal authorities and cases online.
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Essence of Committee System and Parliamentary Procedures presentation by Atty. Atty. Arlene C. Dada-Arnaldo at the IAG training workshop for the ARMM Regional Legislative Assembly, Sept. 6-7, 2013, Makati City
Lessons 2,6,7 Constitution, Fwa, Civ Control Of Mil Doherty 1 Sep 09runningman825
The document provides an overview of the US Constitution and civilian control of the military. It discusses how the Constitution establishes a framework for national security and divides powers between the President, Congress, and military. It also examines how some of these powers have evolved over time, such as the President's dominance in foreign policy. The document emphasizes that civilian control is key to democracy and accountability is important to ensure the military serves the people and Constitution.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Thamesford Snowmobile Club. It defines key terms and outlines the club's objectives, administration, election procedures, and dissolution plan. The bylaws establish the club's fiscal year, the roles and responsibilities of the board of directors and other officers, election and voting procedures, financial controls, insurance requirements, and amendment processes. It also specifies that if the club dissolves, remaining assets will be donated to local youth charities.
goldman sachs Amended and Restated By-laws finance2
1) The document outlines procedures for annual and special stockholder meetings of The Goldman Sachs Group, including requirements for notice, quorum, voting, proxies, and nomination of directors by stockholders.
2) Stockholder meetings must have at least 10 days notice provided to stockholders. For annual meetings, stockholders must provide notice of any director nominations or other proposals between 90-120 days before the anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting.
3) A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum at stockholder meetings. Unless otherwise specified, matters are decided by a majority vote of shares present and voting.
goldman sachs Amended and Restated By-laws finance2
1) The document outlines procedures for annual and special stockholder meetings of The Goldman Sachs Group, including requirements for notice, quorum, voting, proxies, and nomination of directors by stockholders.
2) Stockholder meetings must have at least 10 days notice provided to stockholders. For annual meetings, stockholders must provide notice of any director nominations or other proposals between 90-120 days before the anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting.
3) A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum at stockholder meetings. Unless otherwise specified, matters are decided by a majority vote of shares present and voting.
This document outlines the bylaws of the South Palm Beach County Rotary Means Business Fellowship. Key points include:
- The fellowship encourages Rotarians to do business with and refer others to fellow Rotarians.
- Members must be members in good standing of a Rotary club. Membership can be terminated for reasons like losing Rotary membership or violating conduct codes.
- The fellowship is initially organized as an association. It has officers like a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Past Chair appointed annually by the Board of Directors.
- The Board of Directors is elected by members and oversees fellowship operations and finances. Directors serve two-year staggered terms.
Legal Issues of Anti-Doping Policy in Pro-SportsDal-Young Chang
This document summarizes the legal issues surrounding anti-doping policy in professional sports in Korea. It discusses recent doping scandals in Russia, Korea, and with former Korean baseball player Park. It outlines revisions made to anti-doping laws and regulations in Korea, including requiring registered athletes to undergo doping testing. It describes Korea's anti-doping system including modules for whereabouts, therapeutic use exemptions, doping control, and results management. It discusses the grounds and scope of anti-doping regulations, prohibited substances, sample collection procedures, provisional suspensions, sanctions and appeals processes.
The World Karate Federation (WKF) Anti-Doping Rules take effect on January 1st, 2021 and are based on the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code. The rules apply to WKF and its member federations, athletes, and athlete support personnel involved in karate. The rules prohibit doping and aim to protect athletes' health and ensure fair competition through testing and sanctions for violations.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Tarzana Neighborhood Council. Some key points:
- The board will consist of 21 members representing various stakeholder groups in the Tarzana area.
- Officers of the board include a President, Vice Presidents, Treasurer, and Executive Secretary.
- Meetings must follow Brown Act requirements and provide public notice. Committees like Executive can be formed.
- Terms, vacancies, absences, and a grievance process are defined. Amendments require board approval.
The document outlines the key aspects of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act of 1992. It establishes SEBI as the regulator of securities markets in India. The SEBI board consists of a chairman, government officials, and other members. SEBI regulates stock exchanges, registers and monitors intermediaries, and protects investor interests. It can conduct investigations, levy penalties for violations, and establish tribunals to hear appeals of its orders.
The document outlines the by-laws of the Oak Hills Owners Association. It establishes the association as a non-profit corporation formed to govern the Oak Hills Subdivision. It defines membership in the association as requiring ownership of property in the subdivision. It establishes a board of managers to administer the affairs of the association and an environmental control committee to enforce covenants and review building plans. It also outlines voting procedures, meetings, and the powers and duties of the board.
The document is the bylaws of the West Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (WLANC). It outlines the purpose, boundaries, stakeholders, governing board structure, officer roles, committees, meetings, finances, elections, grievance process, and amendments. The bylaws establish a 15-member board with 4 residents representing different districts, 2 representatives each for small and large businesses, 2 from community organizations, and 6 at-large seats. It defines stakeholders, board duties, election and meeting procedures, and the process for amendments.
The document outlines the bylaws of the North Hollywood West Neighborhood Council (NoHoWest NC). It defines the boundaries, stakeholders, governing board structure and duties, officer positions and duties, committees, meetings, finances, elections, grievance process, parliamentary procedures, amendments, and compliance guidelines for the neighborhood council. Key aspects include having 15 board members representing different stakeholder groups, requiring a quorum of 8 members to conduct business, electing 4 officers, establishing committees, and describing processes for vacancies, absences, censuring, and removing board members.
This document outlines the bylaws of The Pantry Inc. regarding meetings of stockholders. It discusses annual meetings, special meetings, notice requirements, quorums, voting procedures, and rules for stockholders to propose business or nominations at annual meetings. Key details include requirements that notice of meetings be given 10-60 days in advance, that a majority of shares constitutes a quorum, and that stockholders must meet certain criteria to propose other business or nominations at annual meetings.
This document outlines procedures for meetings of stockholders of The Pantry Inc., including:
- Annual meetings are held for electing directors, while special meetings can be called by the Board of Directors.
- Stockholders must give written notice between 90-120 days before annual meetings or between 90-120 days before special meetings to nominate directors or propose other business.
- A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum. The Board Chairman or other officers preside over meetings and stockholders vote by plurality or majority, depending on the matter.
- Proxies can be authorized for up to 3 years unless specified otherwise. The Board can also fix record dates for determining stockholders.
Board Rules of Procedure 2013 Gloucester County Board of SupervisorsChuck Thompson
Reprinted here under fair use laws of the US for the purpose of a news article on the website of Gloucester, Virginia Links and News. GVLN. Board of Supervisors rules for county meetings. Gloucester, Virginia.
The document outlines regulations for meetings of the Insurance Advisory Committee in India. It discusses procedures such as requiring at least 3 meetings per year, setting the quorum as one-third of total members, and processes for taking and distributing minutes. Members are entitled to reimbursement for expenses related to attending meetings. The regulations are intended to advise the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority on rulemaking and other matters.
This document provides an overview and guidelines for legal secretaries and other law office staff when interacting with judges' offices in the Eighteenth Circuit of Florida. It discusses the roles of key court staff like judicial assistants, staff attorneys, trial coordinators, clerks of court, and sheriff's deputies. It also provides tips for scheduling hearings, submitting proposed orders, and general protocols for respectful communication with judicial assistants and judges' offices. The goal is to educate legal support staff on properly navigating the court system in a timely, ethical, and efficient manner.
The Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government, known as Congress, which is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives. It outlines the composition and election process for both chambers, as well as their powers and responsibilities. These include the ability to create laws, approve the federal budget, declare war, and impeach and remove the president or other federal officials from office. The Constitution also establishes the basic framework for how legislation is passed and how the executive branch, through the president, can veto bills.
The Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government, known as Congress, which is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives. It outlines the composition and election process for both chambers, as well as their powers and responsibilities. These include the ability to create laws, approve the federal budget, declare war, and impeach and remove the president from office. The Constitution also establishes the basic framework for how legislation is passed and how the president can veto bills.
This document provides an overview and schedule for a training on locating legal information online. It begins with introducing the goals of familiarizing participants with the US legal system and online legal resources. The schedule outlines discussing the legal system, common legal reference questions, identifying citations, and exploring legal portals and websites. It then provides a detailed overview of the US legal system, including the three branches of government and the types of primary legal authorities like constitutions, statutes, court rules, and cases. It describes the federal and Minnesota court structures and where to find legal authorities and cases online.
Iag rla trg essence of committee system & parliamentary procedures arnaldo pr...IAGorgph
Essence of Committee System and Parliamentary Procedures presentation by Atty. Atty. Arlene C. Dada-Arnaldo at the IAG training workshop for the ARMM Regional Legislative Assembly, Sept. 6-7, 2013, Makati City
Lessons 2,6,7 Constitution, Fwa, Civ Control Of Mil Doherty 1 Sep 09runningman825
The document provides an overview of the US Constitution and civilian control of the military. It discusses how the Constitution establishes a framework for national security and divides powers between the President, Congress, and military. It also examines how some of these powers have evolved over time, such as the President's dominance in foreign policy. The document emphasizes that civilian control is key to democracy and accountability is important to ensure the military serves the people and Constitution.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Thamesford Snowmobile Club. It defines key terms and outlines the club's objectives, administration, election procedures, and dissolution plan. The bylaws establish the club's fiscal year, the roles and responsibilities of the board of directors and other officers, election and voting procedures, financial controls, insurance requirements, and amendment processes. It also specifies that if the club dissolves, remaining assets will be donated to local youth charities.
goldman sachs Amended and Restated By-laws finance2
1) The document outlines procedures for annual and special stockholder meetings of The Goldman Sachs Group, including requirements for notice, quorum, voting, proxies, and nomination of directors by stockholders.
2) Stockholder meetings must have at least 10 days notice provided to stockholders. For annual meetings, stockholders must provide notice of any director nominations or other proposals between 90-120 days before the anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting.
3) A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum at stockholder meetings. Unless otherwise specified, matters are decided by a majority vote of shares present and voting.
goldman sachs Amended and Restated By-laws finance2
1) The document outlines procedures for annual and special stockholder meetings of The Goldman Sachs Group, including requirements for notice, quorum, voting, proxies, and nomination of directors by stockholders.
2) Stockholder meetings must have at least 10 days notice provided to stockholders. For annual meetings, stockholders must provide notice of any director nominations or other proposals between 90-120 days before the anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting.
3) A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum at stockholder meetings. Unless otherwise specified, matters are decided by a majority vote of shares present and voting.
This document outlines the bylaws of the South Palm Beach County Rotary Means Business Fellowship. Key points include:
- The fellowship encourages Rotarians to do business with and refer others to fellow Rotarians.
- Members must be members in good standing of a Rotary club. Membership can be terminated for reasons like losing Rotary membership or violating conduct codes.
- The fellowship is initially organized as an association. It has officers like a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Past Chair appointed annually by the Board of Directors.
- The Board of Directors is elected by members and oversees fellowship operations and finances. Directors serve two-year staggered terms.
Legal Issues of Anti-Doping Policy in Pro-SportsDal-Young Chang
This document summarizes the legal issues surrounding anti-doping policy in professional sports in Korea. It discusses recent doping scandals in Russia, Korea, and with former Korean baseball player Park. It outlines revisions made to anti-doping laws and regulations in Korea, including requiring registered athletes to undergo doping testing. It describes Korea's anti-doping system including modules for whereabouts, therapeutic use exemptions, doping control, and results management. It discusses the grounds and scope of anti-doping regulations, prohibited substances, sample collection procedures, provisional suspensions, sanctions and appeals processes.
The World Karate Federation (WKF) Anti-Doping Rules take effect on January 1st, 2021 and are based on the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code. The rules apply to WKF and its member federations, athletes, and athlete support personnel involved in karate. The rules prohibit doping and aim to protect athletes' health and ensure fair competition through testing and sanctions for violations.
This document outlines the bylaws of the Tarzana Neighborhood Council. Some key points:
- The board will consist of 21 members representing various stakeholder groups in the Tarzana area.
- Officers of the board include a President, Vice Presidents, Treasurer, and Executive Secretary.
- Meetings must follow Brown Act requirements and provide public notice. Committees like Executive can be formed.
- Terms, vacancies, absences, and a grievance process are defined. Amendments require board approval.
The document outlines the key aspects of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act of 1992. It establishes SEBI as the regulator of securities markets in India. The SEBI board consists of a chairman, government officials, and other members. SEBI regulates stock exchanges, registers and monitors intermediaries, and protects investor interests. It can conduct investigations, levy penalties for violations, and establish tribunals to hear appeals of its orders.
The document outlines the by-laws of the Oak Hills Owners Association. It establishes the association as a non-profit corporation formed to govern the Oak Hills Subdivision. It defines membership in the association as requiring ownership of property in the subdivision. It establishes a board of managers to administer the affairs of the association and an environmental control committee to enforce covenants and review building plans. It also outlines voting procedures, meetings, and the powers and duties of the board.
The document is the bylaws of the West Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (WLANC). It outlines the purpose, boundaries, stakeholders, governing board structure, officer roles, committees, meetings, finances, elections, grievance process, and amendments. The bylaws establish a 15-member board with 4 residents representing different districts, 2 representatives each for small and large businesses, 2 from community organizations, and 6 at-large seats. It defines stakeholders, board duties, election and meeting procedures, and the process for amendments.
The document outlines the bylaws of the North Hollywood West Neighborhood Council (NoHoWest NC). It defines the boundaries, stakeholders, governing board structure and duties, officer positions and duties, committees, meetings, finances, elections, grievance process, parliamentary procedures, amendments, and compliance guidelines for the neighborhood council. Key aspects include having 15 board members representing different stakeholder groups, requiring a quorum of 8 members to conduct business, electing 4 officers, establishing committees, and describing processes for vacancies, absences, censuring, and removing board members.
This document outlines the bylaws of The Pantry Inc. regarding meetings of stockholders. It discusses annual meetings, special meetings, notice requirements, quorums, voting procedures, and rules for stockholders to propose business or nominations at annual meetings. Key details include requirements that notice of meetings be given 10-60 days in advance, that a majority of shares constitutes a quorum, and that stockholders must meet certain criteria to propose other business or nominations at annual meetings.
This document outlines procedures for meetings of stockholders of The Pantry Inc., including:
- Annual meetings are held for electing directors, while special meetings can be called by the Board of Directors.
- Stockholders must give written notice between 90-120 days before annual meetings or between 90-120 days before special meetings to nominate directors or propose other business.
- A majority of outstanding shares constitutes a quorum. The Board Chairman or other officers preside over meetings and stockholders vote by plurality or majority, depending on the matter.
- Proxies can be authorized for up to 3 years unless specified otherwise. The Board can also fix record dates for determining stockholders.
This document contains the Constitution and Bylaws of the Rotaract Club of the University of Professional Studies in Accra, Ghana. It establishes the club's name, purpose of promoting leadership development and community service, and sponsorship by the Rotary Club of Accra East. It outlines membership eligibility and requirements, governance structure including officers and committees, financial policies, and amendment process. The Bylaws further specify election procedures, officer duties, meeting guidelines, dues amounts, and standing committee responsibilities.
The document outlines the by-laws of the Gentry Honours Homeowners Association. It establishes the principal office, defines key terms like "Association" and "Owner", outlines procedures for member meetings and elections, establishes the Board of Directors and officer positions/duties, and addresses financial assessments on property owners.
Constitution & Guidelines for Chapters - UAAvaavenetworks
This document outlines the constitution and guidelines for chapters of the UDCT Alumni Association. The key points are:
1. The objectives of the association are to foster fellowship among alumni, exchange ideas to help the University of Bombay Department of Chemical Technology excel, and promote the department's image in India and abroad.
2. The association will be governed by a Board of Governors consisting of a president, vice presidents, secretary, treasurer, and board members elected by the membership. Local chapters can be established when there are at least 15 members in a region.
3. Chapter activities include recruiting new members, organizing educational and social events, and liaising with the Board of Governors and regional authorities
This document outlines the by-laws of CSA Makati 91, Inc. It discusses the organization of meetings of members, including annual meetings, monthly/special meetings, notices of meetings, quorums, and voting procedures. It also outlines the structure of the Board of Trustees, including their powers and duties, qualifications for trustees, vacancies, and terms. Finally, it discusses the election and roles of officers, including the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, Secretary, Treasurer, and Auditor. Committees and functions are also established for a Homecoming Committee and Outreach Committee.
This document summarizes the bylaws of the Country Club Estates Association of South Burlington, VT. It defines key terms, outlines requirements for membership meetings including quorum and voting procedures, and addresses notices, place of meetings, and eligibility to vote. The bylaws were last updated in 2012 to comply with the Vermont Common Interest Ownership Act and changes are marked with underlining.
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3. Why do we have Zone Boards of
Review?
Under the Amateur Sports Act of 1978,
NGBs were required to establish and
maintain provisions for a prompt and
equitable resolution of disputes involving
any of its members. As of 1/1/2015, LSC
BORs will be replaced by Zone BORs. See
handouts ZBOR Policies and ZBOR
Procedures.
4. What is a Zone Board of Review?
The Zone Board of Review is the
independent and impartial “judiciary” for
the Zone to hear and decide disputes,
with the right to appeal to the National
Board of Review.
5. Hearing Requirement of the Ted Stevens
Olympic and Amateur Sports Act (1998)
Procedural due process is required.
Section 220522(a)(8) - before declaring any
athlete, coach, trainer, manager, administrator,
or official ineligible to participate, he/she
must be provided a fair notice and an
opportunity for a hearing.
6. Hearing Requirement of the Ted Stevens
Olympic and Amateur Sports Act (1998)
Examples:
Regular Zone BOR matters per Part
Four of the Rules;
Athlete does not behave on Zone or LSC
trip and Zone or LSC wants to send
athlete home.
7. What administrative and rule making powers
does a Zone Board of Review have?
administer and conduct the affairs and
achieve the purposes of the ZBOR,
establish additional policies &
procedures not inconsistent with the
Mandatory Procedures and Zone
Policies for the ZBOR (e.g., create
regional ZBORs),
elect ZBOR Chair, Vice Chair(s), etc.
8. Administrative and rule making powers (cont’d)
Rule Making Powers -
The Zone Board of Review shall have the
power and the duty to promulgate rules and
procedures with respect to any matter within
its jurisdiction or appropriate, necessary or
helpful in the administration and conduct of
its affairs. The rules and procedures adopted
by the Zone Board of Review shall have the
same force and effect as if they had been
adopted as part of the Zone Bylaws.
9. What investigative and judicial powers
does the Zone Board of Review have?
The Zone Board of Review may conduct
hearings, make decisions and orders with regard
to any matter effecting the Zone or its
constituent LSCs, the status as or conduct of a
LSC or the administration of the sport of
swimming within the Zone boundaries which
involves the following:
10. Code of Conduct matters adjudicated
by the Zone Board of Review:
Only member(s) of that Zone;
Matters arising in LSC, regional or zone
competition;
Matters within 304.3.15—304.3.19 involving:
One or more member or participating non-member
of the Zone; and
Not brought by USA Swimming.
11. Code of Conduct matters adjudicated by the Zone
Board of Review (contd.)
Action, other than through general
advertising, by a coach, etc., either through
direct contact with an athlete or the
encouragement of others, to recruit or
otherwise encourage an athlete who is already
a member of a USA-S member swim club to
compete for or become a member of the swim
club with which the acting party is affiliated,
unless approved by the athlete’s coach or
parents;
12. Code of Conduct matters adjudicated by the Zone
Board of Review (contd.)
Violation of any team misconduct rule as
established by the USOC, USA-S, any LSC,
Zone or team authority;
Any other act or omission not provided for in
304.3.1 through 304.3.14 of the Code of
Conduct, which is detrimental to the image
or reputation of USA Swimming, a LSC,
Zone or the sport of swimming.
13. What disputes go to the National
Board of Review and not the Zone?
Exclusive Jurisdiction:
any conflict that involves athletes or other USA-S
members from different Zones;
any conflict involving athletes or other USA-S
members that occurs at a national or international
event;
any complaint brought under Code of Conduct
Sections 304.3.1 through 304.3.14.
Note: Questions on whether issues within Zone BOR
jurisdiction are resolved by the NBOR Chair (and are
not appealable).
14. Discretionary Statute of Limitations:
The Board of Review need not [but may, if it
so chooses] exercise its jurisdiction with
respect to a Petition the subject matter of
which occurred more than 90 days prior to
the date the Petition is received.
15. How must the Board of Review exercise
its authority and make decisions?
Except for authority and power granted to the
Board of Review Chair, the exercise of the
authority and powers of the Board of Review
and the decision of matters which are the
subject of a hearing are decided by a majority
vote of the ZBOR hearing panel.
The views of any dissenters must be included in
the record of the proceeding if requested by the
dissenters.
16. Exercise of authority (contd.)
The exercise of the Board of Review's
authority and power lies solely in its
discretion and the interests of justice
and the sport of swimming.
17. Exercise of authority (contd.)
ZBOR must exercise its power in
response to a timely filed Petition,
subject, in appropriate circumstances, to
the power and discretion of the ZBOR
Chair to dismiss a Petition with
permission to refile for a stated period.
18. Exercise of authority (contd.)
In connection with any preliminary
investigation, the Chair may offer the
services of a ZBOR member to act as a
mediator or similar position under other
alternative dispute resolution
mechanisms.
Such a member must recuse himself/
herself from the hearing panel.
19. What types of penalties can the
Zone Board of Review impose?
The ZBOR, after conducting such hearings
as it may determine to be necessary or
helpful, may, among other remedies:
dismiss the Petition, with or without
permission to refile;
censure or fine the Respondent;
place the Respondent on probation for a
definite period of time, meaning any
further violation of any rule will be dealt
with more severely;
20. Types of penalties (contd.)
prohibit or mandate future actions, inaction or
conduct of Respondent;
determine the results of, or require a rerun of,
any election held by the Zone or any constituent
LSC;
vacate, modify, sustain, reverse, remand or stay
any decision or order of an LSC House of
Delegates, Board of Directors, Zone Director or
any officer, or committee, or official of the Zone
or LSC;
21. Types of penalties (contd.)
interpret any provision of the FINA rules and
regulations to the extent not pre-preempted
by: FINA, the USA-S Rules (except for Part
One), the USA-S Code of Conduct, LSC or
Zone Bylaws, other policies, rules, regulations
and procedures of USA-S or the Zone, the
Amateur Sports Act, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations; and adjudicate
alleged inconsistencies and claims of
supremacy and invalidity;
22. Types of penalties (contd.)
deny, grant, suspend or restore the eligibility or
right to compete of an Athlete Member of the
Zone;
deny, grant, suspend or restore membership in
the Zone and USA-S for a definite or indefinite
period of time, with or without terms of
probation, or expel (i) any Group Member, or (ii)
Individual Member of the Zone, including any
administrator, athlete, coach, trainer, manager, meet director, official,
officer, Board Member, House of Delegates representative of a
Group Member, or chair or member of any committee;
23. Types of penalties (contd.)
prohibit for a definite or indefinite period of time
the participation by a non-member volunteer or
other person participating in any capacity
whatsoever in the affairs of USA-S, the Zone, its
LSCs, Group Members or other Zones and their
LSCs and Group Members;
assess any filing fee against the non-prevailing
party or refund any filing fee paid by the
prevailing party;
or any other remedies deemed appropriate under
the circumstances.
25. The Petition (406.1)
A request for a hearing is started by a
written Petition submitted to the Zone
Board of Review Chair (or a Zone
Director) setting forth:
a description of the action, inaction or conduct that is
believed to have been improper or incorrect; and
name of the person or group believed to have acted
improperly or the circumstances believed to require
answers, explanations or clarifications.
include any filing fee required under Zone By-Laws.
26. Is Formality Needed?
“Last weekend, at the XYZ meet, my
underage son was swimming for the JK
Barracudas and Coach Bates of the ABC
swim club solicited him without
permission and I think he should be
punished!”
Description of the action?
Name of person or group charged?
27. Review by BOR Chair -
The ZBOR Chair can review a Petition and
dismiss or suggest revisions;
If Chair dismisses the Petition, it can be
reviewed by a ZBOR panel.
28. The Notice of Hearing
Written notice must be given to each
Respondent at his/her last known address
(by express mail, Federal Express or
personal delivery), as soon as practical but
no later than 20 days after receipt by the
ZBOR Chair. Sample Notice of Hearing is
available as a hand-out.
29. The Notice (contd.)
406.4.1 requires the Notice to include:
a statement in reasonable detail of the
charges;
a statement of Respondent’s right to counsel;
a description of the type of hearing to be held
(in-person, conference call, etc.); the date,
time and location at which the hearing will
be held (the hearing must be not less than 30
and no more than 60 days after the Notice is
sent);
30. The Notice (contd.)
406.4.1 requires the Notice to include:
a request for answer by Respondent, with
directions as to whom and where the
answer should be sent; and
a statement of the right to appeal.
31. Respondent’s Answer
Respondent must answer the charges in
writing delivered to the ZBOR Chair at
least 14 days prior to the hearing, with a
copy to the Petitioner(s), and counsel, and
anyone else specified in the Notice.
32. Reply by Petitioner
The Petitioner may, but is not required to,
offer a reply to Respondent’s Answer (due
7 days before the hearing).
33. Alternative dispute resolution
Mediation by the ZBOR Chair or designee
(who will not be part of the ZBOR panel
hearing the case) is sometimes helpful
where the parties really just want a chance
to be heard and understood by the other
party, or when neither party is acting like a
grown-up.
34. Alternative dispute resolution….
In an emotional case, an informal
conference with the parties may be
productive.
Whatever else works and is fair to everyone
involved.
Sometimes, parties just need someone to
say: “How can we make this go away?”
Don’t make the resolution more
complicated than necessary.
35. Pre-Hearing Investigations and Fact-
Finding:
No ex parte communications –
BOR members and Petitioner and/or
counsel;
BOR members and Respondent and/or
counsel;
Copy everybody on everything.
36. Pre-Hearing Investigations
and Fact-Finding:
BOR must be objective and unbiased:
No independent fact-finding
investigations;
No independent visits;
No independent witness interviews.
37. Pre-Hearing Investigations
and Fact-Finding -
The parties are masters of their own case
(for better or worse);
The parties need to marshal evidence to
support their respective cases, including
arranging for its witnesses;
The BOR is a hearing body, not an
investigative body.
38. Pre-Hearing Conferences with Panel Chair
Very good for complicated cases and multiple
party cases;
Good for cases in which lawyers involved;
Use to streamline the hearing by:
Framing the factual issues;
Framing the legal issues;
Resolving any “witness availability” issues;
Considering motions, if any.
39. Pre-Hearing Conferences (contd.)
For example, in a falsified times case, the factual
issues might be. . .
Whether meet results for the Winter Invitational
Meet, hosted by BC Club, were modified to reflect
times for BC Club athletes that were faster than those
actually achieved?
Whether such modifications were made with the
intent to defraud or deceive?
If the times were so modified, whether Respondent
committed the actual act(s) of modifying the meet
results for the Winter Invitational Meet, or the acts
were done by someone else at his express direction.
40. Pre-Hearing Conferences (contd.)
If the hearing panel knows these are the
questions that need be answered, a
number of extraneous issues can likely be
eliminated:
The effect of these times;
Who they involved;
Other issues that could delay the actual
fact-finding.
41. Pre-Hearing Conferences (contd.)
Make the parties figure out what witnesses they are
going to use and schedule a date when they must
exchange witness lists (with a brief summary of the
area of testimony for each). Encourage the
avoidance of repetitive testimony from multiple
witnesses.
Have the parties exchange copies of any documents
or other evidence they will use in advance of the
hearing.
Establish time constraints for each side to present
their respective cases.
42. Pre-Hearing Conferences (contd.)
Encourage the parties/counsel to prepare
Stipulations of any undisputed facts and legal
issues, so the number of witnesses is reduced.
Discuss the standard of proof and the burden of
proof in Board of Review cases.
Explain that the judicial rules regarding the
admissibility of evidence do not apply in BOR
cases. More to come on this later.
44. For the purposes of due process, what
is USA Swimming?
NGB under the Amateur Sports Act;
A member of USOC; and
A “Place of Public Accommodation”
under the ADA.
45. What USA Swimming is not. . .
USA Swimming is not a “state actor.” It
does not operate under color of state or
federal law.
As a result, Constitutional Due Process is
not required, just procedural due process.
46. The Bottom Line -
Even if USA-S is not a “state actor,” it is still
subject to 36 U.S.C. 220529:
(a) Party aggrieved by NGB decision “may
obtain review” through arbitration;
(b) “Final decision of the arbitrators is
binding on the parties if the award is not
inconsistent with the constitution and by-laws
of the corporation.”
47. Basic Rudiments of Due Process -
Were parties provided fair notice?
Were parties given an opportunity to be
present?
Were parties present at hearing (was there an
ex parte hearing)?
Were parties permitted to present their case?
Was there a decision on the merits?
Was there good faith by decision maker?
Is the judge also the prosecutor or linked so
closely to the prosecutor that it appears so?
48. What are we balancing?
A strict adherence to traditional judicial
standards of evidence is too arduous and might
impair the efficiency of our process.
vs.
The procedure used cannot be a sham designed
merely to give colorable propriety to an
inadequate process.
49. What is Reasonable?
Don’t deny the right to a hearing before
deciding a case.
Allow parties the right to present their case:
Don’t needlessly limit questioning (but reasonable
limits are acceptable, and are common when it
comes to limits on opening/closing statements;
Don’t needlessly complicate the process;
Don’t deny parties the right to have witnesses
testify on relevant issues;
Don’t hesitate to change your mind.
Get parties to agree that you have been fair.
Ask - what else do the parties want to say?
50. Prepare and Distribute a Hearing Agenda
1. Call the hearing to order (announce the name of case,
the place, time and date of the hearing, the fact that the
hearing is being recorded, and read the charges against
Respondent as set forth in the Notice of Hearing or
Petition).
2. Record appearances -
ZBOR panel members (20% athlete
representation on panel required for a hearing)
Petitioner and counsel, if any
Respondent and counsel, if any
Witnesses and others present, if any (witnesses
may only be allowed to participate in hearing
only while they testify)
51. Hearing Agenda (contd.)
Brief opening statements - setting forth
generally each party's view of the issues in
dispute, the relief sought and what they hope
to prove by their presentation of the evidence:
Petitioner
Respondent
Opening statements are not required - in
simple case, may just go into evidence;
Opening statements should be subject to a
time limit, e.g., 5-10 minutes;
52. Hearing Agenda (contd.)
Presentation of evidence and witnesses (swear
in each witness)
As to each of Protestor’s witnesses, the
following will occur:
Protestor's direct examination
Respondent’s cross examination
Redirect examination by Petitioner
53. Hearing Agenda (contd.)
After all of Petitioner’s witnesses have
testified, then Respondent calls its
witnesses:
Respondent’s direct examination
Petitioner’s cross examination
Redirect examination by Respondent
Rebuttal evidence, if any, by Petitioner
54. Hearing Agenda (contd.)
Questions from ZBOR panel members are
appropriate at any time during the hearing;
Closing Statements (ask if there are any
objections to the fairness of the hearing) -
Petitioner
Respondent
Adjournment of Hearing
Closed Deliberations of Panel (not recorded)
55. Rules of Evidence—Article 406.4(d)(4)
Direct Testimony;
In addition -
Hearsay,
Letters,
Affidavits,
News media articles and reports, etc.
As to each: Is Panel Chair satisfied as to the
relevance and non-repetitive nature of the
evidence?
56. Rules of Evidence (cont.)
Claims of privilege will not be entertained by the
ZBOR, except in extraordinary circumstances;
But you must recognize:
attorney-client privilege;
other privileges under federal law – such as
the privilege against self-incrimination;
other privileges under state law, such as
husband/wife; religious person/parishioner.
57. The Burden of Proof
The Petitioner has the burden of
proving that Respondent committed
the acts charged in the Complaint.
The Respondent does not have to
prove that he/she did not commit the
alleged acts.
58. The Standard of Proof
The standard of proof means how far the trier of
fact must be convinced that the charges have
been proven. There are 3 possible standards:
Beyond a reasonable doubt (the standard
in criminal cases);
Clear and convincing evidence (in special
civil cases, such as termination of parental
rights); and
Preponderance of the evidence (in ZBOR
cases and most civil cases).
59. Preponderance of the Evidence means -
Based upon all of the credible
evidence, the allegations are more
likely than not true.
61. Athlete Representation -
USA-S Rules and the Amateur Sports Act
require that the ZBOR hearing panes have at
least 20% athlete representation.
The hearing may not start until the 20%
athlete representation requirement has been
met, i.e., the athlete is in attendance/
participating.
62. Athlete Representation Required -
On appeal to the NBOR, the NBOR
Chair will summarily vacate the ZBOR
Decision if it is determined that the
athlete representation requirement was
not satisfied.
63. What constitutes an “athlete” for
this purpose?
Under the Amateur Sports Act, the USOC makes 2
classifications of athletes:
International athletes – (a) those who have represented
the USA within the last 10 years in the Olympics, Pan
American Games, an Olympic Gold event, or a World
Championship recognized by FINA; or (b) those who,
within 24 months of election finished in the top half of
the NGB’s national championships or Olympic/PanPac
Games team selection competition.
Actively competing athletes – those who are currently
actively engaged in athletic competition.
64. Definition of Athlete (cont.)
Merely registering as an athlete member does
not meet the test.
Swimming a time trial does not constitute
“actively engaged in athletic competition.”
This requirement is mandated by federal
law and the Rules of the USOC and USA
Swimming. It is not optional!
66. Decision Requirements:
May be rendered at the time of the
hearing or subsequently; in either event it
must be reduced to writing and
delivered within 14 days of hearing.
67. Requirements for a Decision (cont.)
The decision must include:
Findings of facts;
A conclusion as to whether and what rule/code
section was/was not violated;
A statement of remedies ordered or penalties
imposed; and
A statement of the rights to appeal.
68. Requirements for the Decision (contd.)
Make the punishment fit the crime.
Be reasonable and fair!
Assess filing fees rarely.
69. The Bottom Line:
Your role is to impartially decide if Petitioner,
by a preponderance of the evidence, proved
that the allegations against Respondent are
true;
whether those facts constitute a violation of the
USA Swimming Rules;
You do not decide if the Respondent is a saint,
jerk, good coach or bad coach;
70. Stay Orders (406.4.3)
The Zone Board of Review has the
power and discretion, but not the duty,
to stay the Decision of the ZBOR during
the period within which an appeal may
be filed.
71. Stay Orders (cont.)
Don’t make Stay Request overly formal;
Have the requesting party contact the ZBOR
Chair in writing;
State factual reason for stay and any hardship
that will result without stay.
72. Stay Orders (cont.)
Make sure other parties know of request;
Allow other side to file a written response to
the stay request;
Decide quickly.
74. Appeals from Zone Board of Review
Decisions -
Must be a real party in interest to appeal.
May appeal any ZBOR decision to the NBOR.
File appeal with the Executive Director of USA-S
within 30 days after the ZBOR Decision is entered.
Include filing fee of $250.
Attach all available documentation.
NBOR Chair has the authority to deny or
reject an appeal he/she deems to be without
merit.
75. Review on Appeal
NBOR can hear appeals in two ways:
De novo hearing - a completely new hearing of the
case;
This rarely occurs;
Would only take place if there was a major gaffe in
the process below; or
If the hearing below involved a unique question of
law, not fact.
As an appeal based only on the record and briefs.
76. The Standard of Review on Appeal
When the NBOR hears an appeal:
It is decided on the record below;
Thus, NBOR looks at the documents/exhibits
at the ZBOR hearing and the recorded
testimony of witnesses;
NBOR sits in panels of 3, which includes one
athlete.
77. The Standard of Review on Appeal
As a result -
• The findings of fact of the ZBOR must
be accepted on review, unless they are
so clearly erroneous as not to have
support in the Record on Appeal.
• This is a pretty high standard.
78. The Standard of Review on Appeal (contd.)
This standard of review recognizes:
ZBOR’s presence during the
presentation of testimonial & other
evidence
Provides unparalleled opportunity to
determine the credibility of the
witnesses and the weight to be
afforded the evidence.
79. The Standard of Review on Appeal (contd.)
The National Board of Review has
complete discretion to overturn, modify
or affirm conclusions of law of the
ZBOR, e.g., whether a set of facts
constitutes a Code of Conduct violation
or how to interpret the language of the
Code of Conduct.
80. Further Review
NBOR decisions can be appealed to
National Board of Directors;
NBOD has discretion to accept appeal;
If appeal accepted, heard in panels of 5
Board members;
Follows earlier rules.