| Section
1 |
A chapter may represent a geographical
area or program interest and be formed upon approval
of the associations Board of Directors. |
| Section
2 |
Each chapter shall recommend a representative to the
Board of Directors, with election made by general membership
vote. |
| Section
3 |
Chapters may elect its own officers as needed. |
| Section
4 |
Each chapter shall advise the Executive Director of
the names, addresses and phone numbers of the Chapter
officers. |
| Section
5 |
Members of each chapter will pay dues to and be
members of GARNA based on the current membership fee
schedule. |
| Section
6 |
Each chapter will have an account within GARNA's financial
records. Chapter financial statements shall be
available each quarter. |
| Section
7 |
Each Chapter shall make an annual report of its activities
to the Executive Director by the annual membership meeting. |
| Section
8 |
Each Chapter may conduct the business of its members
and develop projects for membership participation so
long as this does not violate the objectives, purposes
and policies of the associations Board of Directors. |
| Section
9 |
Chapters will adhere to the slines and by-laws
developed by the Board of Directors to ensure continuity
of programs and projects. Chapters not adhering to the guidelines will be dissolved within
90 days after receiving written notice from association's
Executive Director based on Board approval. |
| Section
10 |
If a Chapter becomes inactive for any reason; all
records, funds, equipment, supplies and other property
become the absolute property of the association. The chapter will be officially dissolved after
receiving written notice duly executed by the associations
Chairperson and Executive Director. |
