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Bronsted-Searl-Ingman Post 93

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NEW BY-LAWS ARE CURRENTLY IN REVIEW AT THE POST WITH FINAL APPROVAL PLANNED FOR MARCH 2025:

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BRONSTED-SEARL POST #93 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

CONSTITUTION

ARTICLE I

The name of this post shall be Bronsted-Searl Post of the American Legion, State of Wisconsin, Number 93 of Tomahawk, Lincoln County

ARTICLE II

OBJECTS OR NATURE OF ORGANIZATION

For God and Country, we associate ourselves together and among the specific objects we shall strive to accomplish are the following:

                                                                       ARTICLE III

 

                                                             LIMITATION OF POWERS

No articles or sections of this Constitution or By-Laws shall be in force and effect if found to conflict with the National Constitution or in conflict with the Constitution of the Wisconsin State Branch of the American Legion. If found to be in conflict, the Constitution and By-Laws of the National or State Organization of the said American Legion shall govern where same are clearly intended to apply to this Post.

 

 

ARTICLE IV

MEMBERSHIP

Section 1

The following persons shall be eligible for membership in this organization:

Section 2

All questions relative to the good standing of a member shall be determined by a majority vote of all the members of the Executive Committee.

Section 3

Each member shall be entitled to but one vote, and no member shall be represented in any capacity by a proxy.

Section 4

Every member in good standing shall be eligible to hold any office or be a member of any committee.

ARTICLE V

Section 1

Elective officers of the Post, elected annually, shall be as follows:

Section 2

The appointive officers of the Post shall be those who hereafter may be provided by Post action at any regular meeting, or at any special meeting properly called.

 

Section 3

All elective officers shall be elected by ballot at the annual general meeting, or at an adjourned meeting thereof.

Section 4

All appointive officers shall be appointed by the Post Commander

Section 5

All officers shall hold office for one year, or until their successors have been duly elected, appointed, and have qualified.

ARTICLE VI

VACANCIES OF OFFICES

Section 1

All vacancies in elective offices shall be filled by the Executive Committee for the period of the vacancy.

Section 2

Vacancies in appointive offices shall be filled by the Post Commander for the period of the vacancy.

ARTICLE VII

COMMITTEES

The following shall be the standing committees of the Post:

ARTICLE VIII

AMENDMENTS

Section 1

This Constitution and any By-Laws provided hereunder shall be amended only by a two-thirds vote of the members present at an annual, regular, or a special meeting provided the following:

 

This Constitution may also be amended upon a two-thirds vote of all members of the Post taken by mail at any time provided the following:

Section 2

Proposed amendments in writing may be submitted by any member at any meeting, provided that any amendment to be voted upon by mail, shall be first submitted to the Executive Committee for approval or disapproval. If approved, the Executive Committee shall instruct the Post Adjutant to prepare the necessary information, instructions, ballots, and otherwise supervise the vote by mail upon the proposed amendment.

BY - LAWS

ARTICLE I

Section 1

The annual meeting of the Post will be held on the first regular meeting of the month of July in each year, at which time a concise but complete report will be made to the Post by the Post Adjutant, Post Finance Officer, Post Historian, Post Chaplain, and by the Chairman of each committee. Each report will be called for in such order as the Post Commander may deem desirable. Each report to be verified as provided in these By-Laws. If provision be made for verification, the election of officers shall be part of the order of business at the annual meeting. 

Section 2

The regular meeting of the Post shall be held on the 3rd Tuesday evening of each month

Section 3

Special meetings of the Post shall be called by the Post Adjutant at the request of the Post Commander upon written request of a majority of the Executive Committee, or upon written request of ten percent of the members of the Post in good standing.

Special meetings shall only be called by notice in writing, addressed and mailed to each member of the Post, giving the place, the hour, and the object of the meeting. No other object or matter that that stated in the call shall be taken up in the special meeting.

The notice of special meeting shall be mailed not later than three days before the day set for the special meeting.

Section 4

Meetings of the committees where not otherwise provided for in these By-Laws, may be called by the Post Commander or by the Executive Committee.

Section 5

At all meetings of members and of committees, each member shall have but one vote.

All Sons of The American Legion Squadron 93 members who are in good standing are allowed the same voting rights and privileges as American Legionnaire members except for the following restrictions:

 

 

ARTICLE II

ORDER OF BUSINESS

The order of business of all meetings of the Post shall be in the following order:

  1. Calling of the roll, or such ritualistic work as may be prescribed by the Executive Committee.
  2. Reading and action on minutes of previous meetings.
  3. Action on applications for membership.
  4. Introduction of new members.
  5. Reports of officers and committees, and action thereon.
  6. Communications.
  7. Unfinished business.
  8. New business.
  9. Election of officers.
  10. Presentation of papers, addresses, etc.
  11. Closing ritual.

ARTICLE III

THE OFFICIAL AND FISCAL YEAR

Section 1

The official year shall begin on the first day of July and end on the 30th day of June, both dates inclusive.

Section 2

The fiscal year shall correspond with the official year.

ARTICLE IV

MEMBERSHIP FEES AND DUES

Section 1

There shall be no membership fee for admission as a member to this Post.

 

 

Section 2

The amount of annual dues will be set by a vote of the majority of the membership present at an authorized meeting. There will be no proration of dues for the partial year in which they are paid.

Section 3

The membership fee may accompany the application for membership or may be paid within a reasonable time after election to membership.

Section 4

Suspension of membership for non-payment shall result if any member fails to pay his annual dues within six months after being put on notice that his dues remain unpaid. This notice shall indicate that he stands in danger of forfeiting his membership in the Post if his dues are not paid by a specified default date. A second final notice may be sent just prior to the default date named, but it is not obligatory. A member who has forfeited his membership can only be reinstated by the Executive Committee after a full settlement of delinquent dues are paid or reinstated by a majority vote of the membership during a meeting of the Post. This majority vote of the membership may set conditions to the reinstatement.

ARTICLE V

EXPULSION

Section 1

The expulsion of any member may be made by the unanimous vote of all members of the Executive Committee, or by a two-thirds vote at any meeting of the membership. No one shall be so expelled without first having been invited to appear in his /her own defense and may be accompanied by counsel, However, it shall be unnecessary to invite any member to appear if the charges against him/her have been proven in a court of law.

Section 2

Grounds for expulsion shall exist when in the judgement of the Executive Committee, or of the Post, a member shall have so conducted himself, or herself, in such a manner as to discredit or tend to discredit the Post.

ARTICLE VI

TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP

Termination of membership may result from forfeiture, expulsion, or transfer of membership.

 

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE VII

DUTIES OF OFFICERS

Section 1

Post Commander

The duties of the Post Commander are the following:

Section 2

Post Vice-Commanders

The duties of the Post Vice-Commanders shall be to assume the duties of the Post Commander when the latter shall:

If both the Post Commander and the Post Vice-Commanders shall be absent, then the members assembled may elect a temporary Post Commander pro-tem.

Section 3

Post Adjutant

The duties of the Post Adjutant are as follows:

 

 

Section 4

Post Finance Officer

The duties of the Post Finance Officer are as follows:

The Post Finance Officer shall furnish a bond for the faithful performance of his duty if directed by the Executive Committee. The cost of which shall be paid out of the funds of the Post.

Section 5

Post Historian

The duties of the Post Historian are as follows:

Section 6

Post Chaplain

The Post Chaplain shall perform the usual duties pertaining to that office, and such other duties as shall be assigned to him by the Executive Committee.

Section 7

Appointive Officers

The duties of all appointive officers shall be prescribed by the Post Commander

 

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE VIII

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMMITTEES

Section 1

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee shall be composed of seven members, and shall consist of the Post Commander, Post 1st Vice-Commander, Post 2nd Vice-Commander, the Post Adjutant, and three members elected by the membership at the annual meeting of the Post.

The members of the Executive Committee shall also be the Legal Trustees of the Post with all the duties, powers, and responsibilities incident thereto. These duties, powers and responsibilities include the holding of title of real estate and the control and management of said real estate.

The Executive Committee shall elect the chairman thereof, but no officer of the Post shall be eligible for that position.

The Post Adjutant shall be ex officio secretary of the Executive Committee and shall keep a record of all the proceedings of said committee.

It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to supervise and legislate all matters not otherwise provided for in this Constitution and By-Laws.

It shall also be the duty of the Executive Committee to make such recommendations from time to time as they may deem necessary for the benefit of the Post, such as:

The Executive Committee shall have charge of all matters affecting legislation. No resolution shall be presented to the membership concerning state legislation without first having the approval of a majority of the members of the Executive Committee.

The Executive Committee shall have the power and authority to create and to delegate to subcommittees chosen from any members of the Post such duties as it may determine necessary for the efficiency and best interest of the committee. These delegations to be appointed by the Chairman of the Executive Committee.

The Executive Committee shall have the power and authority to delegate to officers of the Post such duties as it may determine necessary for the efficiency and best interest of the Post. These delegations to be appointed by the Chairman of the Executive Committee.

It shall be the further duty of the Executive Committee to provide for the election of delegates necessary for any purpose and to see that they are elected in accordance with the provisions of the State Constitution and By-Laws.

Meetings of the Executive Committee may be called at any time by the Post Commander, the Chairman of the Executive Committee, or by the Post Commander upon written request of ten per cent of the members of this Post. Said request to state the object for which said meeting is requested.

It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to fill all vacancies that may occur in offices of the Post, and officers so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the officer for whose place he has been appointed. The appointee shall conform to all the requirements of said office.

The Post Commander shall fill any vacancy in the terms of the three elective members of the Executive Committee, and members so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 1.2

Sons of The American Legion 18 years of age and older may serve on any Committee with exception to the Executive Committee.

Section 2

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee shall be composed of three members, one of which shall be the Post Finance Officer with the other two being appointed by the Post Commander, with the appointments being duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Finance Committee shall be elected by the Finance Committee, but the Post Finance Officer shall not be eligible.

It shall be the duty of the Finance Committee to audit the books of the Post Finance Officer, and of the Post Adjutant, and to make a written report of the audit(s) with any findings at the annual meeting.

The Post Finance Officer shall not be present during the examination of records of his office but shall remain where he can be consulted by the committee and shall render any assistance requested by the other members of the committee.

Meetings of the Finance Committee shall be called by the Chairman at such times, and for such purposes as he may designate, or as he may be instructed by the Executive Committee.

Vacancies on the Finance Committee shall be filled by appointment of the Post Commander. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 3

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee shall consist of three members appointed by the Executive Committee, with these appointments being duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Nominating Committee shall be elected by the Nominating Committee from among their members.

It shall be the duty of the Nominating Committee to select and recommend two nominations for each of the elective Post offices and report these nominations at the annual meeting.

The nominations for elective Post offices shall be made, published, and posted by the Nominating Committee at least three weeks before the annual meeting in such places and by such means as the Executive Committee shall determine.

Vacancies on the Nominating Committee shall be filled by appointment of the Executive Committee. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 4

Membership Committee 

The Membership Committee shall consist of three members, the Chairman of which shall be appointed by the Post Commander and the two other members shall be appointed by the Chairman of the Membership Committee. These appointments shall be duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Membership Committee shall be elected by the Membership Committee from among their members.

The Membership Committee shall be charged with the duty of developing and recommending to the Executive Committee ways and means to increase the membership in the Post. When the Executive Committee adopts a plan of procedure, the Membership Committee shall be charged with carrying the same into effect.

Meetings of the Membership Committee may be called by the Chairman of the Executive Committee.

Vacancies on the Membership Committee shall be filled by the Chairman of the Membership Committee. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has be appointed.

 

Section 5

Grievance Committee

The Grievance Committee shall consist of five members appointed by the Post Commander, with the appointments being duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Grievance Committee shall be elected by the members thereof.

The duty of the Grievance Committee shall be the following:

Meetings shall be called by the Chairman of the Grievance Committee, or by the Commander of the Post at such times as either shall determine.

Vacancies in the Grievance Committee shall be appointed by the Post Commander. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 6

Reception and Entertainment Committee

The Reception and Entertainment Committee shall consist of five members.

The Chairman shall be appointed by the Post Commander. The remaining four members shall be appointed by the Chairman of the Reception and Entertainment Committee. These appointments shall be duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

It shall be the duty of the Reception and Entertainment Committee are as follows:

Meetings of the Reception and Entertainment Committee may be called by the Chairman thereof, or by the Post Commander.

A vacancy in the Chairmanship of the Reception and Entertainment Committee shall be filled by the Post Commander. All other vacancies in said committee shall be filled by the Chairman of the Reception and Entertainment Committee. Members so appointed shall serve for the unexpired portion of the term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 7

Publicity and Educational Committee

The Publicity and Educational Committee shall consist of three members appointed by the Post Commander. These appointments shall be duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Publicity and Educational Committee shall be elected by the members thereof.

The duties of the Publicity and Educational Committee shall be to develop ways and means to promote growth in the following:

The Publicity and Educational Committee shall submit their recommendations to the Executive Committee for final approval and action. The Committee shall supervise and execute such plans as may be adopted and assigned to them by the Executive Committee.

Meetings of the Publicity and Educational Committee may be called by the Chairman thereof, or by the Post Commander.

A vacancy in the Publicity and Educational Committee shall be filled by the Post Commander. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

Section 8

Memorial Committee

The Memorial Committee shall consist of four members, two of which shall be appointed by the Post Commander. The remaining two members shall be appointed by the Chairman of the Memorial Committee. These appointments shall be duly reported to the Post Adjutant.

The Chairman of the Memorial Committee shall be the member first named by the Post Commander.

The duties of the Memorial Committee shall be to recommend to the Executive Committee, ways and means for the following:

It shall be the duty of the Memorial Committee to supervise and execute all plans adopted and referred to it by the Executive Committee in reference to the above objects.

Meetings of the Memorial Committee may be called by the Chairman thereof, or by the Post Commander.

A vacancy in the Memorial Committee shall be filled by the Chairman thereof. However, vacancy in the Chairmanship thereof shall be filled by the Post Commander. The member so appointed shall serve for the unexpired term of the committeeman for whose place he has been appointed.

ARTICLE X

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

There shall be no salaries paid to any officer or member of this Post except as the Executive Committee shall recommend, with the membership in the meeting assembled approving by a majority vote thereof.

ARTICLE XI

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP AND FORM ATTENDING ADMISSION

Application for membership shall be made in accordance with the rules prescribed by the Executive Committee.

Any form of ritual used for the admission of members shall be prescribed by the Executive Committee.

ARTICLE XII

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEEMAN

Any form of ritual used in the installation of officers or committeeman shall be prescribed by the Executive Committee.

ARTICLE XIII

MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS

All motions and resolutions offered for consideration at any meeting of the Post, or of any committee of the Post, shall be produced in writing before being voted upon if it has been requested in writing by any member of the body deliberating upon same.

 

ARTICLE XIV

QUORUMS

Section 1

A quorum at any meeting of the membership shall be a majority of the members present at such meeting, unless otherwise provided in the Constitution and By-Laws.

Section 2

A quorum of any committee shall be a majority of the members of the committee, unless otherwise provided in the Constitution and By-Laws.

Section 3

Any number in attendance at a meeting of the membership or of the committee, and being less than a quorum, shall have the power to adjourn from time to time to a given place, and at a given date.

A quorum shall consist of seven members at a meeting of the membership.