Constitution
Article 1.0 Name
The name of this organization shall be "Lambton Outdoor Club".
Article 2.0 Purpose
The purpose of the club shall be to promote, arrange and enjoy outdoor activities, in a manner which is in keeping with good conservation practices.
Article 3.0 Membership
Any person 18 years of age or older may become a member of this club by agreeing to the purpose of the Club, paying the annual membership fee, and signing the Liability Release and Assumption of Risk form.
Article 4.0 Officers
The officers of the club shall be: President
Past President
Vice-President
Secretary
Treasurer
The officers shall be elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting during September. The office of Secretary and Treasurer may be held by the same person as needs determine.
Article 5.0 The Council
The governing body of the club shall be the Council, composed of the officers and the Chair of each standing committee.
The President shall call meetings of the Council members at least every quarter. A quorum for the transaction of business shall be a majority of Council members.
Article 6.0 Amendments to Constitution and Bylaws
Amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws can be made at any business meeting of the general membership, provided that a notice of the proposed amendment has been included in the notice of the meeting, and provided that a quorum is present. A quorum for this purpose is 15% of the paid membership. A two thirds majority vote of those present is necessary to pass an amendment.
Revision No. Date Description / By
1st Edition Sept 1992
Revision No. 1 13th Sept 1996
Revision No. 2 5th Dec 2000 Article 6.0
Revision No. 3 20th Dec 2005 Added header & revision log T. Arnold