Bylaws for the Government of
THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY CHAPTER
OF ASM INTERNATIONAL
ARTICLE I
NAME
This Chapter shall be known as the San Fernando Valley Chapter of ASM International.
ARTICLE II
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this Chapter are to (1) further the dissemination of knowledge
concerning metals and other engineering materials; (2) bring together those most
concerned with the manufacture, treatment, selection and use of metals and other
engineering materials; (3) create a clearer and better understanding of the
nature of metals and engineering materials; (4) consider metallurgical/materials
problems and their solutions; (5) promote projects and activities for the best
professional interest of the membership; and (6) award scholarships, wherever
possible, to those qualified and interested in pursuing the study of metals and
engineering materials.
ARTICLE III
LIMITATIONS AND DISSOLUTION
LIMITATIONS
Section 1
(a) These bylaws have been drawn up specifically for governing of the San
Fernando Valley Chapter of ASM International in strict accordance with the
Constitution and Rules of ASM International. These bylaws shall at all times be
subordinate to the Constitution and Rules of ASM International and no articles
and/or section and/or amendment shall be included which is in violation of any
part of the Constitution and Rules of ASM International. If any article or
section of the bylaws becomes a violation of the Constitution and Rules of ASM
International, the bylaws of the Chapter shall be amended by the Executive
Committee of the Chapter.
(b) The Chapter shall not at any time possess powers, exercise authority or
engage in activities, either expressly or by interpretation, which are not
permitted to be possessed, exercised or engaged in by an organization exempt
from Federal Income Tax.
(c) No part of the activities of the Chapter shall consist of lobbying or
otherwise attempting to influence legislation, or of participating in (including
the publication or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf
of any candidate for public office.
(d) No unauthorized recording of Executive or General Chapter meetings shall be
allowed. The Secretary of the Chapter is allowed to record meetings for the
purpose of taking accurate minutes. The Chapter Chairman shall take appropriate
action up to and including dismissal from the meeting and the Executive
Committee if violations of this section occur. Within these Bylaws the term
publish includes, but is not limited to mail, email, and handouts.
DISSOLUTION
Section 2 If the Chapter should return its Charter to the Society for any reason, or should have its Charter revoked, the affairs of the Chapter shall be terminated immediately under the Supervision of the Board of Trustees of the Society, hereinafter called the Board, and all funds or other property remaining after payment of debts and obligations of the Chapter shall be transferred and paid to the Society.
ARTICLE IV
MEMBERS AND FEES
MEMBERS
Section 1
(a) The general members of the Chapter shall be those meeting the requirements
of ASM International and those who have been assigned to it, either at their own
request or by ASM International because of geographical reasons. General members
include Individual members, Chapter Sustaining members and Student members.
Within the General membership are classes of special members. Classes of special
members and qualifications for special membership shall conform to those
stipulated in the Rules for the Government of ASM International.
(b) Classes of Special members include Honorary member, Distinguished Life
member, Fellow member, and Life member.
(c) There shall be no bar to membership in the Chapter, nor on any of its
committees because of race, creed, color, sex, citizenship or country of origin.
FEES
Section 2
(a) Fees for individual members and student members shall be those stated in the
Rules of ASM International.
(b) The annual fee for Chapter sustaining members shall not be less than
$105.00. The annual fee for industrial sponsors of the San Fernando Valley
Chapter shall not be less than $200.00. Fees for Chapter sustaining members and
industrial sponsors shall be established by the Chapter Executive Committee in
conjunction with ASM International guidelines.
(c) No monetary contributions shall be required of Honorary members or Life
members to remain in good standing.
ARTICLE V
OFFICERS
Section 1
(a) The officers of the Chapter, elected from the membership, shall consist of a
Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer. The Chairman and Vice-Chairman
shall have served as elected members of the Executive Committee in the year
previous to their election.
(b) Two offices of the Chapter, those of Chairman and immediate Past Chairman
shall normally be filled through succession of the Vice-Chairman and the
Chairman, respectively.
Section 2 The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of the Chapter and at all
meetings of the Executive Committee. He shall in general act as Chief Executive
of the Chapter subject at all times to the approval of the Executive Committee.
He shall be an ex-officio member of all committees. He shall make such reports
to the Board of Trustees of ASM International as, from time to time, may be
requested by the Board.
Section 3 The Vice-Chairman shall perform the duties of the Chairman if the
Chairman is absent or unable to act. He shall act as Chairman of the Program
Committee unless that duty is otherwise assigned by the Executive Committee. He
or his designee shall be the keeper of Chapter property (projectors, screens,
banners, etc.).
Section 4 The Secretary shall keep minutes of all business transacted at all
meetings of the members of the Chapter and of its Executive Committee. He is
authorized to record meetings for that purpose. He shall keep a complete record
of all members of the Chapter and their addresses, and shall check the same at
regular intervals with the records of ASM International. He shall have custody
of all papers and records of the Chapter and shall in general perform the duties
of a Recording and Corresponding Secretary. The Secretary or such other person
as the Executive Committee shall designate shall submit a report of each meeting
to the Executive Committee at the next meeting and shall send a copy monthly to
the Secretary of ASM International. The Secretary shall also make an annual
report to the Chapter in May and shall forward such report and a copy of the
current Chapter bylaws to the Secretary of ASM International before June 30 of
each year. The Secretary shall be an ex-officio member of the Publicity
Committee, if such is constituted.
Section 5
(a) The Treasurer shall be the financial officer of the Chapter. He shall
deposit funds of the Chapter in the name of the Chapter in such banks or savings
institutions as the Executive Committee shall determine. He shall disburse all
moneys of the account of the Chapter and shall take proper receipts of the
moneys disbursed by him. At the end of each fiscal year and before June 1, a
signed and dated audit shall be made in a manner determined by the Executive
Committee, and a copy of the balance sheet from each such audit shall be
distributed to each member of both outgoing and incoming Executive Committees.
He shall forward a copy of such report to the Secretary of the Society before
June 30 of each year. Such report shall consist of a complete report for the
finances of the Chapter showing the amounts received and expended by the Chapter
and sources and purposes thereof in detail. The Treasurer shall also file such
other reports of the financial condition of the Chapter at such other times as
may be requested by the Executive Committee or by the Board of Trustees. The
Treasurer shall be an ex-officio member of the Finance Committee, if such is
constituted.
(b) The incoming Treasurer, with the assistance of the outgoing Treasurer, shall
prepare an Annual Budget based upon input provided by the Executive Committee at
the May meeting and present copies of the Budget to the Committee at the June
Executive Committee meeting for review and approval.
ARTICLE VI
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Section 1 The affairs of the Chapter shall be governed by an Executive
Committee consisting of at least nine voting members which include the Chairman,
Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, the most recent Past-Chairman and the
Chairmen of the Standing Committees. The Executive Committee may appoint, remove
and fix duties of such officers, other Executive Committee members or committees
other than those specified in Article V, Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 as may be
deemed necessary by the Executive Committee.
Section 2 A majority of the total voting membership of the Executive Committee
shall constitute a quorum at all of its meetings.
Section 3 The Executive Committee shall meet at least once a month throughout
the year. Additional meetings of the Executive Committee may be called at such
times and places as may be determined by the Executive Committee or designated
by the Chairman.
Section 4 Members of the Executive Committee shall endeavor to work together,
in harmony, to achieve the objectives stated in Article II of these bylaws. No
Executive Committee member shall use his position on the Committee for personal
monetary reward. Such action on the part of any member of the Executive
Committee shall result in removal from the Committee.
No member of the Executive Committee may use official Chapter stationery or the
ASMI registered trademark for any reason other than authorized Chapter business.
Unauthorized use of such stationery or trademark for personal gain shall be
grounds for removal from the Committee.
Section 5
(a) No member of the Executive Committee shall be required to have or take
specific formal training that will facilitate his duties while serving in any
position on the Executive Committee. However, ASMI National does recommend that
potential chapter chairmen attend "ASMI Leadership Days" for training that will
be beneficial to both the Chapter and Chapter chairman.
(b) The policy of the San Fernando Valley Chapter is to recommend that the
Chapter Chairman elect (for the ensuing year) attend "ASMI Leadership Days" if
physically able and attending would not impose any hardship.
(c) An officer who agrees to attend "ASMI Leadership Days" training is expected
to participate in the entire training program arranged by ASMI National. If the
designated officer is unable to participate in the entire training program the
San Fernando Valley Chapter has the discretion to decline to pay full
reimbursement of expenses.
(d) Attendance of "ASMI Leadership Days" by any officer of the Executive
Committee other than the incoming Chapter Chairman is not recommended.
ARTICLE VII
NOMINATIONS, ELECTION AND TERM OF OFFICE
Section 1 Nominating Committee
a) No later than the January meeting of the Chapter, a Nominating Committee
shall be appointed each year by the Chapter Chairman. This Committee shall
consist of a Chairman and at least two other members. The Nominating Committee
Chair shall not assume the position more than once every three years. Past
Chairs of the Chapter shall be eligible to serve on the Nominating Committee.
(b) The outgoing Chairman will serve in an ex-officio and non-voting capacity.
Current officers shall be excluded from membership on the Nominating Committee.
Section 2 Duties of the Nominating Committee
(a) The Nominating Committee shall publish no later than with the announcement
for the February Chapter meeting, an invitation to candidacy for the offices of
Secretary and Treasurer and for membership on the Executive Committee. The
Nominating Committee Chair shall clearly explain in this announcement the rules
described in Article VII Section 4-Additional Candidates, and shall clearly
indicate the date of the Election Meeting of the Chapter.
(b) The Nominating Committee shall meet not later than the first full week in
March of each year and shall nominate one candidate for each of the offices of
Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer and as many candidates for
membership on the Executive Committee as required. As often as possible the
current Vice-Chairman should be nominated for the position of Chairman; if not
possible a current officer or member of the Executive Committee should be
nominated. The Nominating Committee shall nominate at least one candidate for
the office of Vice Chair. As often as possible, a current Officer or member of
the Executive Committee should be nominated. The Nominating Committee shall
nominate at least one candidate for all other offices and at least one candidate
for each position on the Executive Committee from the Chapter membership.
(c) The Nominating Committee shall secure consent of each nominee before
submitting his name for any position. A member of the Nominating Committee may
not be nominated for a position as officer of the Executive Committee prior to
resigning from the Nominating Committee.
(d) The Nominating Committee Chairman shall report the names of the nominees to
the Chapter Chairman and Secretary no later than the third full week in March
and after it has been determined that each candidate
1) is an individual or sustaining member of the Society in good standing,
2) has indicated his understanding of the duties required, his availability, and
his willingness to serve, if elected, in the position for which he is a
candidate.
(e) The Nominating Committee report shall be submitted to the Chapter members in
a published announcement or made available to the general membership at a
Chapter meeting no later than the April meeting.
Section 3 Announcement of Candidates
The Chapter Secretary shall publish no later than with the regular announcement
for the Chapter meeting at which the election is to be held, the names of the
candidates selected by the Nominating Committee and the names of all candidates
fulfilling the requirements of Section 4- Additional Candidates. All Candidates
should be equally treated in this announcement. If possible, the Chapter
Secretary shall encourage feedback from the Chapter membership in this
announcement.
Section 4- Additional Candidates
(a) After the names of the candidates submitted to the Nominating Committee have
been published, and at any time prior to the fifteenth day of the month
designated by the Chapter Chair for elections, additional nominations for the
any of the offices, with the exceptions of Chairman and Vice-Chairman , may be
made by written communication addressed, sent to and received by the Chair and
Secretary and signed by at least five percent of the Chapter members in good
standing, including designated representatives of sustaining members but not
student members. The signatures so submitted shall be the original signatures
and shall include membership number and expiration date.
(b) If no such additional nominations are received, nominations shall be closed
and the Secretary at the next meeting of the Chapter shall cast the unanimous
vote of all members for the election of the candidates so nominated.
(c) If the Secretary receives additional nominations for offices of the Chapter
as noted in Article VII, Section 1 (e) above, an election shall be held for the
contested positions at the Chapter meeting designated by the Chapter Chairman.
In the event of a tie vote, additional ballots shall be cast until one nominee
receives a greater number of votes than other nominees. Uncontested position(s)
shall have the unanimous vote of all the members.
(d) Chapter meetings at which elections are to be held may not be continued
unless the Chapter Chairman and a majority of the Executive Committee determine
that sufficient cause exists for continuance.
Section 5- Election
Officers of the Chapter and members of the Executive Committee shall be elected
for a one year term by the majority vote of the members present. The officers
and members of the Executive Committee shall serve until their successors are
properly installed in office. If no more than one candidate is nominated for
each office, election may be by acclamation. The newly elected Executive
Committee shall take office and assume responsibility on June 1.
ARTICLE VIII
AFFILIATION AND TERM
Section 1 Each officer and member of the Executive Committee shall be either
a member of the Society or a sustaining member and shall be affiliated with the
San Fernando Valley Chapter on the records of the Society.
Section 2
(a) The term of office of each officer shall be one year and shall usually begin
on June 1 of the year in which he is elected. The term of office of the
Executive Committee shall also usually begin on June 1 or on such other day
after the annual business meeting, not later than July 1, as the Chapter shall
determine.
(b) Officers appointed by the Executive Committee to fill vacancies shall serve
until the end of the Chapter's fiscal year (May 31).
Section 3 If a vacancy in the Executive Committee occurs for any reason, the
Executive Committee or the remaining members thereof shall elect a qualified
member of the Chapter or a sustaining member to fill the vacancy for the
unexpired term.
ARTICLE IX
REMOVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND OFFICERS
Section 1 Executive Committee members in violation of these bylaws may be
removed from the Executive Committee by the method outlined below.
(a) The Executive Committee may recommend removal of any officer or member of
the Executive Committee from his position on the Executive Committee. Such
recommendation shall require two-thirds (2/3) vote of the entire voting
membership of the Executive Committee before the recommendation shall be put
into effect and only after hearing the pertinent evidence at an executive
session of the Executive Committee. The member in question will be given at
least a thirty (30) day written notice of such meeting and its purpose and shall
be entitled to review of all evidence. He shall have the right to appear
personally and to be represented by his authorized representative. In the event
a member chooses to be represented, he shall so inform the Executive Committee,
in writing, with the name of the representative, twenty-one (21) days prior to
the scheduled executive session.
(b) Specific behavior warranting removal shall include, but not be limited to,
unauthorized use of the ASMI registered trademark or Chapter letterhead for
personal use, the mailing of fraudulent or misleading statements, grossly
unethical behavior, or fiduciary misbehavior.
ARTICLE X
CHAPTER MEETINGS
Section 1 The last official monthly meeting of the Chapter year shall
normally be held in the month of May each year and shall include the election
and installation of incoming officers. If circumstances prevent the meeting from
being held in May, than it shall be held no earlier than April or no later than
June of that Chapter year.
Section 2 The Chapter shall hold at least six (6) meetings during the fiscal
year of the Chapter at times and places as the Executive Committee shall
designate. The six required meetings may include one (1) plant tour. Additional
plant tours may be scheduled with the approval of the Executive Committee.
Section 3 Special meetings of the Chapter may be called at any time by the
Chapter Chairman (with concurrence of the Executive Committee) on two (2) weeks
notice.
Section 4
(a) At all annual or special meetings of the Chapter, a quorum shall consist of
the members entitled to vote thereat, who are present in person or by validated
proxy.
(b) Members not present at annual or special meetings and who have not submitted
validated proxies shall be considered to have cast their vote for the nominee(s)
or slate designated by the Nominating Committee.
(c) All proxy ballots shall be sent out by the Chapter Secretary at the
direction of the Executive Committee. The proxy ballots shall be returned to the
Secretary by a deadline to be determined by the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE XI
RULES OF ORDER
The rules contained in Robert's "Rules of Order" (Revised Edition) shall govern the Chapter and the Executive Committee in all cases to which they are applicable, and in which they are not inconsistent with the Rules of Government of the Chapter and/or the Constitution and Rules of Government of ASM International.
ARTICLE XII
AMENDMENTS
Section 1 Amendments to these Bylaws may be proposed by a member of the
Executive Committee or by a petition, written and filed with the Secretary, by a
member in good standing, and signed by at least ten (10) members of the Chapter
in good standing.
Section 2 Amendments to these Bylaws may be adopted by a two-thirds affirmative
vote of the total membership of the Executive Committee at a regular or special
Committee meeting.
ARTICLE XIII
STANDING COMMITTEES
Section 1 Standing Committees devised to carry out Chapter business,
professional and educational activities are listed in Article XIII, Section 4 .
The Chairmen of these committees shall be Chapter officers, other Executive
Committee members or other Chapter members appointed by the Executive Committee
(via the Chairman). Standing Committees shall be established as deemed necessary
by the Executive Committee. Any Chapter member in good standing may volunteer to
serve on any standing committee.
Section 2 Chairmen of all standing committees and special committees, if such
are appointed, shall be members in good standing of the ASM International and
the San Fernando Valley Chapter.
Section 3 -- Chairmen of Standing Committees and Special Committees who were
not members of the Executive Committee prior to their appointment are not
considered to be members of the Executive Committee unless appointed per Article
VIII, Section 3.
Section 4 All Chapter Standing Committees named below shall report to the
Executive Committee and the Chairman.
Program
Education
Bylaws
Long Range Planning
Round Table
Quad Chapter Operations
Membership
Awards and Historic Sites
Scholarship and Student Affairs
Nominations
Publicity
Sustaining Members/Industrial Sponsors
Yearbook
National Affairs
Seminars and Special Events
ARTICLE XIV
COMMITTEE DUTIES
The following descriptions are provided primarily for guidance of the
Chairmen and members of the Standing Committees reporting to the Chapter
Chairman and the Executive Committee.
Section 1 Program Committee
The committee shall arrange for the speakers during the monthly meeting of the
Chapter. The committee shall also provide or arrange for audio/visual aids the
speaker may request. Additionally, the chairman shall poll the Executive
Committee for choice of topics and speakers under consideration. The committee
shall inform the speakers of time, place and equipment availability that will
ensure successful program results. It is suggested they work with the Awards
Committee (Section 8) to arrange with the Executive Committee for Thank You
tokens, plaques, awards and other mementos. This committee will coordinate the
transfer of all chapter meeting publicity to the Quad Chapter Newsletter
Committee in time to meet publishing deadlines as designated by the Newsletter
coordinator.
Section 2 Education Committee
This committee shall propose courses in metals, materials and other curricula of
interest to members and/or non members of the San Fernando Valley Chapter of ASM
International. This committee shall make all necessary arrangements to implement
at least one education course during each chapter year. Education courses must
be approved by a majority of the Executive Committee members and shall be
coordinated with the Education Chairs of the Los Angeles, Orange Coast and South
Bay Chapters of ASM International to avoid duplication of effort.
Section 3 Bylaws Committee
This committee shall act as custodian of the Chapter Bylaws. Prior to the annual
review of the Bylaws, the Chapter Chairman shall schedule an informal discussion
of the Bylaws at a regular Executive Board meeting. At this meeting, all
revisions suggested by members of the Executive Committee will be reviewed. All
revisions introduced must be in written form and will be considered by the
Bylaws Committee for inclusion in the Chapter Bylaws, at their annual review
meeting. The committee shall annually review the bylaws, consider suggested
revisions and prepare a revised edition of the bylaws. The Chairman of the
Bylaws Committee shall submit the revised bylaws to the Executive Committee for
their review at a regular or special meeting of the Committee. Bylaws may be
amended by a two-thirds affirmative vote of the total members of the Executive
Committee. Following approval of the revised bylaws by the Executive Committee,
a copy of the Bylaws shall be sent to ASMI for their review and approval. Copies
of the approved Bylaws shall be distributed to the Executive Committee and be
made available at chapter meetings to all attending members of the Chapter.
Section 4 Long Range Planning Committee
This committee shall give thought to long range objectives and recommend to the
Executive Committee, at a regular Executive Committee meeting, plans for all
aspects of the Chapter's functions and operations, including recommendations for
implementation of such plans. The Long Range Planning Committee shall prepare a
calendar of pertinent dates for the Executive Committee, to include any holidays
that could impact Chapter and Quad Chapter events. Said calendar should be
complete by the end of July for the ensuing Chapter year.
Section 5 Round Table Committee
This committee shall propose topics for Round Table sessions of interest to
Chapter members, locate a facility to hold such Round Tables and make
arrangements for participants. The chairman shall be the moderator (or suggest
his alternate) and contact Round Table participants to ensure their attendance
and availability of support equipment (audio/visual, etc.). The committee should
make arrangements (with Executive Committee concurrence) for Thank You tokens,
plaques, awards or other mementos. The Round Table Committee may wish to work
with the Awards Committee (Section 8) for such items.
Section 6 Quad Chapter Operations Committee
This committee shall establish liaison with Southern California Quad Chapter
Group and coordinate joint ASM International Quad Chapter affairs, either of
national stature or local origin. Participation by the San Fernando Valley
Chapter in Quad Chapter meetings and other Quad Chapter activities shall require
approval by the Executive Committee.
Section 7 Membership Committee
The Membership Committee shall cooperate with other committees to make the
activities of the Chapter more attractive to members and prospective members. It
will be the work of this committee to initiate membership campaigns, promotional
activities and good-will work tending to continue the interest of members and to
attract new members to the Chapter. It shall, as far as possible, follow up on
notices sent to members for non-payment of dues no later than 60 days after a
member has been declared delinquent in payment of dues. The Membership Committee
Chairman shall report on the status of Chapter membership at each meeting of the
Executive Committee.
Section 8 Awards and Historic Sites Committee
The Awards section of the committee shall recommend to the Executive Committee
candidates for: (1) the National Nominating Committee; (2) National Committee;
(3) the Board of Trustees; and (4) National and San Fernando Valley Chapter
Awards. The Historic Site section of the committee shall canvass firms in the
area for potential historic sites to propose to the ASMI National. The full
committee shall also arrange for service awards to Chapter members per current
National policy. , life membership or outstanding accomplishments in our field
of technical involvement.
Section 9 Scholarship and Student Affairs Committee
This committee shall be established by the Chapter Chairman each year. The
committee shall be composed of a chairman and three members, not necessarily
Executive Committee members, selected by the Chapter Chairman and approved by
the Executive Committee. A scholarship award of not less than $500.00 (five
hundred dollars) may be given to the selected recipient each year . The
candidates selected must be enrolled as a full-time college or university
student and meet other scholarship award stipulations.
The Student Affairs activity will include suggestions for a student night,
arranged through the Program Committee, other potential student affairs, e.g.
high school Science Fair Awards (for metals or materials science exhibits)
coordinated with Awards and Historic Sites Committee, demonstrations of metals
or materials science, and talks, displays or workshops at high schools or other
educational projects which enhance student interest in metals or materials
science.
Section 10 Nominations Committee
The duties and functions of the Nominations Committee are presented in Article
VII, of the subject bylaws. In addition, the Nominations Committee shall
recommend to the Executive Committee candidates for: (1) the National Nominating
Committee; (2) National Committee; and (3) the Board of Trustees.
Section 11 Publicity Committee
The Publicity Committee shall prepare a resume of monthly meeting and of items
of general interest for possible publication in the ASM International Web site,
journals and papers. It shall also handle matters of Chapter publicity with
newspapers and periodicals, plus inform other local technical societies. The
committee shall maintain Chapter meeting attendance data and shall promote
regular Chapter attendance with "Phone the Member" promotion groups, etc.
Section 12 Sustaining Members and Industrial Sponsorship
This committee shall maintain contact with Chapter sustaining members to alert
them of meetings, Round Tables, seminars or other special events plus obtain
their suggestions of ways to improve Chapter participation and programs in which
they may have special interest (e.g. environmental). The committee shall promote
new sustaining memberships in the Society.
The Industrial Sponsorship section of this committee shall endeavor to contact
various metals- and materials-related industries for their financial support of
the San Fernando Valley Chapter. Industries sponsoring the San Fernando Valley
Chapter shall be recognized for their contribution and the continued education
of Chapter members.
Section 13 Quad-Chapter Newsletter and Directory Committee
This committee shall guide and assist the Quad Chapter Directory and Buyer's
Guide committee to develop and assemble and have published an annual Directory
and Buyer's Guide showing the full listing of the Chapter members in good
standing. Advertising to be included in the Directory, newsletter or other
authorized publication will be contracted for through this committee and with
its concurrence.
This committee shall periodically contact a random sampling of Chapter members
to determine if they are receiving the Quad Chapter Newsletter in a timely
manner and if the Chapter members have recommendations that will enhance
interest in the newsletter and other Chapter activities.
Section 14 National Affairs Committee
This committee has the responsibility of keeping the Chairman and the Executive
Committee current on National ASMI activities relating to this Chapter and the
Western regional area. If permitted by employer or sponsor, the chairman should
attend National programs, workshops or other educational activities to alert
Chapter officers and all other Committee members of beneficial programs,
operational methods or other devices as may be of value to the Chapter.
Section 15 Seminars and Special Events Committee
The Seminar and Special Events Committee shall suggest technical seminars of
prospective Chapter interest and recommend speakers and locations to the
Executive Committee. Upon approval by the Executive Committee, this committee
shall take all actions necessary to implement the seminar, coordinating with the
other standing committees as required. This committee shall also arrange for
participation in Quad Chapter/San Fernando Valley Chapter joint seminars.
ARTICLE XV
EFFECTIVE DATE
These Executive Committee Rules shall become effective immediately after they
have been adopted by two-thirds affirmative vote of the total membership of the
Executive Committee at a regular or special meeting of the Executive Committee,
have been reviewed and accepted by the Managing Director of the Society for the
Board and have been made available to all members of the Chapter.
Reviewed and approved by the Executive Committee of the San Fernando Valley
Chapter of ASMI on
June 8, 2000
________________________________
R. Hayes, Chairman
San Fernando Valley Chapter, ASMI