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BOARD MEMBER HANDBOOK

Approved January 2019

Kern Dance Alliance, PO Box 12407, Bakersfield, CA 93389 www.kerndance.org E info@kerndance.org P 661.491.5376 Kern Dance Alliance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Tax ID #: 77-0437598

TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1 MISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1 VISION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1 GOAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1 HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1 BOARD MEMBER OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3 BOARD MEMBER EXPECTATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4 BOARD MEMBER NOMINATIONS & VOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4 POLICIES & PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5 CASH DISBURSEMENT, RECEIPTS, PETTY CASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10 DIVERSITY STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11 DISCRIMINATION & HARRASSMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11 CONFIDENTIALITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12 WHISTLEBLOWER CLAUSE . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13 BYLAWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 15 ARTICLES of INCORPORATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 25 KDA APPROVED AMENDMENT of ARTICLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 27 KDA 501(c)3 DETERMINATION LETTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 28 ADDENDUM • • • •

KDA Organizational Chart KDA Operational Timeline KDA Board of Director's Attendance Policy KDA Board Member Commitment + Renewal Contract

PREFACE The KDA Board of Directors would like to thank you for your interest in KDA.

The purpose of the KDA Board of Directors’ Handbook is to serve as a reference for Board Members of Kern Dance Alliance. Included in this handbook is information which is pertinent to the structure, governance, and purpose of KDA, as well as the duties and responsibilities of the Board.

Attention should also be given to the Kern Dance Alliance Bylaws.

MISSION Kern Dance Alliance (KDA) is a non-profit dance advocacy organization supporting and promoting dance and the arts in Kern County.

VISION KDA seeks to become one of the premier arts and culture organizations in Kern County by providing a network of information, increasing access to programs that promote professional cultural experiences, and focusing on nurturing and strengthening the greater Kern County community through arts initiatives.

VISION STATEMENT: Moving our community!

GOAL The goal of KDA is to provide arts education and niche programming for Kern County residents while working as a conduit for dancers and dance organizations with Kern County businesses and organizations. KDA oﬀers Kern County unique educational opportunities with an approach that focuses on the holistic mentoring and empowerment of youth and adults while using the arts as the medium. KDA advocates for dance because we believe in the legitimacy of this specific art form and the transformative power of movement.

HISTORY KDA evolved from Kern Classical Ballet Company (KCBC). KCBC, incorporated in 1996, was initiated to expand understanding and appreciation of ballet through education and performance outreach. KCBC operated for ten years before disbanding in 2006. Between 2006 and 2012, KCBC operated as a scholarship organization providing dance scholarships for educational pursuits. Recognizing that the needs of the Kern dance community had changed, in June 2012, the Board of Directors approved the motion to allow KCBC to change its name and mission. As a result, KCBC was amended with the California Secretary of State and oﬃcially became the Kern Dance Alliance in January 2015.

KDA is a resource where dancers and organizations are able to learn from one another, widen their professional and cultural experiences, and evolve as both individuals and groups. KDA is an autonomous organization that supports an underserved niche and provides four pillars of resources related to the field of dance. (continued)

KDA serves the community through the following four pillars: DANCE COMMUNITY ALLIANCE: Disseminates information about events, news, tips, articles, and advocacy.

DANCE SCHOLARSHIPS + GRANTS: Provides scholarships and grants for dance-related opportunities.

DANCE PROGRAMS: Makes it possible to attend professional programs, classes, and performances by national and international artists.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Provides educators with tools to enrich the quality of dance education for students. KDA is a resource, where dancers and organizations are able to learn from one another, widen their professional and cultural experiences, and evolve as both individuals and groups. KDA is an autonomous organization that supports an underserved niche and provides four pillars of resources related to the field of dance.

BOARD MEMBER OVERVIEW POSITION The Board will support the work of KDA and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by KDA’s President, the Board-President relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE, AND OVERSIGHT • Serving as a trusted advisor to the President as s/he develops and implements KDA’s strategic plan

• Reviewing outcomes and metrics created by KDA for evaluating its impact, and regularly measuring its performance and eﬀectiveness using those metrics; reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to Board and committee meetings

• Approving KDA’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities

• Assisting the President in identifying and recruiting other members

• Partnering with the President and other members to ensure that Board resolutions are carried out

• Serving on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments

• Acting as an ambassador for the organization

• Ensuring KDA’s commitment to a diverse Board and staﬀ that reflects the communities KDA serves

FUNDRAISING KDA Board Members will consider KDA a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that KDA can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, KDA expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that commensurates with their capacity. KDA works within the "Give vs. Get" model, where Board Members are expected to "give" or "get" a specific contribution.

BOARD TERMS The oﬃcers shall be elected by a majority vote of the current Board of Directors during the last quarter of the fiscal year (Oct-Dec).

• All directors shall serve for a two (2) year term and may serve up to four (4) consecutive terms or eight (8) years. All directors completing a 8th year of service must take a mandatory one (1) year break from the Board before reapplying for nomination. In the event a director is selected to be an oﬃcer at the end of their seventh or eighth year on the board, the board member shall stay on the board until the completion of their one (1) year term as an oﬃcer and then must take a one year break from the board before reapplying for nomination.

• Oﬃcers shall serve a one (1) year term and may serve up to eight (8) consecutive terms or eight (8) years in the same oﬃce.

• Only the President shall serve a ninth (9) term and act as immediate past President to assist with the transition of a new President.

Service on KDA’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.

BOARD MEMBER EXPECTATIONS KDA Board Members are expected to attend all monthly, executive, and annual meetings and follow through with volunteer commitments and committees.

BOARD MEMBER NOMINATIONS + VOTING KDA provides the community with annual opportunities to join the KDA Board of Directors. Applications for Board Member and Student Intern nominations open in September and close in November. A Board slate of members and oďŹƒcers are voted and approved during the December meeting. Invitations are oďŹ€ered to join the KDA Board of Directors before December 31.

POLICIES + PROCEDURES RECORD MANAGEMENT KDA maintains records on each member throughout the organization. Records include dates of member’s service, positions held, duties performed, evaluation of member’s performance, training attended and awards/recognitions received. Board members records, including application, reference checks and background checks, are confidential. Board members are responsible for submitting and updating information contained in their files to KDA.

DRESS CODE Board members are representatives of KDA and are responsible for presenting a positive image to constituents and the community. Board members will dress appropriately for the conditions and performance of their duties. Board members that serve in a capacity of a presenter, speaker or other face-to-face constituent contact could be asked to wear a KDA shirt or name tag. Board members who work as support in an oﬃce situation will dress according to the code of that particular oﬃce. Board members will be informed of the dress standard for their duties at the time of assignment.

ATTENDANCE AND TIME Board members attendance is important to the operation of the organization. Volunteers should notify the President in advance if they are unable to be present on their scheduled day of commitment.

CHANGE OF PLACEMENT Board members may request a change in placement anytime during their service. If a Board member elects to be re-assigned, the Board member must apply for the position and receive all appropriate training.

SERVICE REQUIREMENT KDA Board Members are expected to attend all monthly, executive, and annual meetings and follow through with volunteer commitments and committees. All service requirements vary by opportunity and availability.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE Board members may request a leave of absence with the approval of the President. This leave of absence will not alter or extend beyond the previously agreed ending date of service.

ORIENTATION + TRAINING Board member orientation provides an overview of KDA, its mission, history and goals. Each Board member will participate in a scheduled orientation. The orientation is designed to provide a framework for the organization.

Board members receive training as part of their volunteer service with KDA. All Board members must complete a project orientation (if applicable), on-the-job or program training (if applicable), and participate in continuing education classes (if applicable).

EVALUATION Board members may receive periodic evaluations to review their performance. The evaluations allow for a Board member and President or Vice President to suggest changes, seek suggestions and enhance the relationship between all Board members of KDA.

CONDUCT Board members are expected to follow rules of conduct that will protect the interest and safety of all KDA Board members and volunteers. The following are only some examples of inappropriate conduct which could lead to dismissal:

• Theft or inappropriate removal or possession of KDA’s property or that of any KDA volunteer, staﬀ, agent or visitor, including failing to cooperate fully in any KDA investigation

• Altering KDA reports or records

• Volunteering under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs and/or illegal or unauthorized possession, distribution, sale, transfer, or use of alcohol or illegal drugs in the volunteer environment

• Creating a disturbance on KDA premises, at sponsored activities or in areas which could jeopardize the safety of others

• Improper use of KDA’s property or property owned by any other individual or organization

• Lack of cooperation, or other disrespectful conduct

• Violation of KDA, federal, state, or local safety and health rules

• Inappropriate use of telephones, computer equipment or systems, mail system, e-mail system, facsimile machines, or other KDA-owned equipment

• Unauthorized disclosure of KDA proprietary or confidential information

• Unsatisfactory performance or conduct

• Ethics

• Respect for the communities we work with and serve.

• Integrity in our actions.

• Responsibility for our decisions and their consequences.

KDA is committed to:

• Acting honestly, truthfully and with integrity in all our transactions and dealings

• Avoiding conflicts of interest

• Appropriately handling actual or apparent conflicts of interest in our relationships

• Treating our grantees fairly

• Treating every individual with dignity and respect

• Treating our employees with respect, fairness and good faith and providing conditions of employment that safeguard their rights and welfare

• Being a good corporate citizen and complying with both the spirit and the letter of the law

• Acting responsibly toward the communities in which we work and for the benefit of the communities that we serve

• Being responsible, transparent and accountable for all of our actions

• Improving the accountability, transparency, ethical conduct and eﬀectiveness of the nonprofit field

• Being informed about the organization's mission, services, policies, and programs

SMOKING KDA intends to provide a safe and healthy environment. Smoking in the workplace is prohibited except in outside locations specifically designated as smoking areas. For information regarding the location of smoking areas, consult with your supervisor.

DRUG-FREE ENVIRONMENT KDA provides a drug-free, healthy, and safe environment. While on KDA premises and while conducting KDA-related activities oﬀ KDA premises, a Board member may not use, possess, distribute, sell or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. Occasionally, KDA may sponsor events where alcohol is served. In such situations, Board members who consume alcohol are expected to act in a responsible manner.

The legal use of prescribed drugs is permitted during volunteer service only if it does not impair a Board member’s ability to perform the essential functions of the volunteer position eﬀectively and in a safe manner that does not endanger other individuals in the workplace. Board members must advise the President if they are taking any prescription or over-the-counter drug which could adversely aﬀect safety or performance.

SAFETY AND LIABILITY KDA aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for all Board members. If a Board member is injured in the course of the service, it is important that the Board member notify the President immediately.

KDA Board members must sign a release absolving KDA of liability when KDA Board members voluntarily and knowingly subject themselves to certain risks while performing services on behalf of KDA.

Contact the KDA Volunteer Manager with questions or for more information about insurance and liability.

REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES Board members may be eligible for reimbursement of pre-approved, actual out-of-pocket expenses, including food expenditures, incurred while engaging in service for KDA. Upon the approval of the President, Board members need to track and submit receipts for all actual out-of-pocket expenses for which they seek reimbursement.

TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT It is the policy of KDA to provide reimbursement for employees, Board members and volunteers for preapproved travel related expenses, including transportation, hotels, and food. These expenses must be reasonable and necessary, as well as job-related, and must be pre-approved in writing by the KDA President.

KDA will only reimburse for pre-approved travel related expenses when the employee, Board member or volunteer provides documentation of the expense with receipts from purchases or other verifiable documentation.

Employees, Board members or volunteers seeking reimbursement must complete the “KDA Travel Reimbursement Request form.” The form must be fully and accurately completed, and submitted to the KDA Treasurer. All receipts should be scanned/attached and submitted with the form. (continued)

Local travel will be reimbursed through petty cash in accordance with applicable petty cash policies and procedures. This includes reimbursement for transportation by taxi and/or public transportation, and, when pre-approved, use of an employee, Board member or volunteer’s personal automobile. KDA will reimburse employees, Board members or volunteers for the use of their personal automobile in accordance with the federally approved nonprofit mileage rate for business use of personal vehicles.

Reimbursement of meals when there is no overnight travel should be paid by the organization only when the meal has a defined business purpose.

For out-of-area travel, KDA will reimburse all pre-approved travel related actual costs, such as hotel accommodations, transportation to and from the destination, including airline, train or bus tickets, taxicab fares, meals and gratuities etc. A per diem amount limited to the federally approved per diem limits will be provided to Board members, volunteers, or employees for any overnight business travel. Board members, employees and volunteers should travel at the lowest available airfare to accommodate the purpose of the business trip.

SAFETY AND SECURITY KDA desires to provide a safe environment. Board members are responsible for using the following common-sense suggestions to help ensure a safe environment:

• Be aware of any unknown person who comes into your area and is not accompanied by a staﬀ member.

• Never leave your purse, wallet, or other valuable items in a non-secure location. Keep these items out of sight.

• Keep your wallet or purse with you at all times or keep them in a secure car, drawer or cabinet. Avoid carrying large sums of money.

• Desks, lockers, tables and other storage devices may be provided for a Board member’s convenience, but remain the sole property of KDA. Accordingly, they, as well as any articles found within them or under them, can be inspected by any KDA representative at any time, either with or without prior notice.

• KDA is not responsible for lost or stolen personal property. KDA will not reimburse a Board member for any personal property which disappears from a volunteer site.

USE OF KDA PROPERTY Equipment and Vehicles —Any equipment, machines, tools, or vehicles which appear to be damaged, defective, or in need of repair should be reported to the President. Prompt reporting of damages, defects, and the need for repairs could prevent deterioration of equipment and possible injury to others. The President can answer any questions about the Board member’s responsibility for maintenance and care of equipment or vehicles used during a volunteer assignment.

KDA owned or leased equipment and vehicles are to be used for KDA’s business purposes only and may not be borrowed or otherwise used for personal use.

Board members must have a valid driver’s license to operate any vehicles during their time with KDA. There is a continuing obligation on the Board member’s part to notify the President if the Board member’s driver’s license is suspended or revoked at any time throughout the Board member’s service. KDA will perform random checks with appropriate state motor vehicle departments on the status of the licenses of those Board members who need to use any vehicles while volunteering for KDA. Board member use of a vehicle without a valid driver’s license may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. (continued)

Board members who are involved in an accident while working for KDA must report the accident that same day (or the next business day if a holiday or weekend) to the President. KDA is not responsible for any damages incurred to the vehicles or persons involved.

RETURN OF PROPERTY Board members are responsible for KDA property which includes all materials, files, keys, passwords or any other written or electronic information issued to Board members possession or control. All KDA property must be returned on or before your last day. KDA may take all actions deemed appropriate to recover or protect its property.

TELEPHONES When permitted, personal phone calls should be kept to a minimum and should not interfere with volunteer service.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST KDA is judged, in large part, by the individual and collective performance of its Board members. KDA must recognize the importance of a Board member’s duty to KDA, and to its members and supporters, to act in a manner that merits public trust and confidence.

Each Board member must act in all matters in a manner that will safeguard the reputation and integrity of KDA and will preserve and strengthen public confidence in KDA activities. Likewise, Board members must refrain from engaging in any transaction in which personal interests conflict, potentially conflict or appear to conflict with those of KDA.

Participation in any activity prohibited by this policy can result in the termination of a Board member’s service. Some conflict of interest situations are easily identifiable, whereas others are more subtle. Some of the more common situations pertaining to Board member’s potential conflicts are set out below. This list is illustrative only and should not be regarded as all-inclusive:

Accepting Payment or Gifts: No Board member shall accept payment of any kind (including gifts, cash, discounts, concessions, services or other similar item or benefits) for services rendered as part of his or her service. This includes payment for speaking engagements or for participation in workshops or similar activities.

Improper Influence: Any Board member, should not, when acting on his or her own behalf or when acting on behalf of another person, business or organization, attempt to influence KDA’s position on any issue, matter or transaction nor participate in any discussions pertaining to a related organization.

Inside Information: Inside information should not be used either for the purposes of gaining advantage for one’s self, a close relative, or another organization or for any other purpose not specifically approved by KDA.

Political Activities: Board members are encouraged to take an active interest and to participate in the political and governmental process. However, except for registered lobbyists and others authorized to act on behalf of KDA, Board members participating do so as individuals and not as representatives of KDA. To avoid any inference of support or sponsorship by KDA, a Board member must never represent that his or her political donation, endorsement or other political activity was made or engaged (continued)

in with the approval, or on behalf, of KDA. Likewise, Board members must not engage in political activities during their volunteer service on behalf of KDA.

The Making of Statements: No Board member shall use KDA stationery or any title of KDA or refer to KDA or misidentify him or herself as an employee thereof in connection with any matter as to which he or she is not authorized as a representative of KDA and to express an opinion on its behalf.

SOCIAL MEDIA KDA encourages Board members to promote engagement on their personal social media sites. Engagement is rooted in sharing insight and providing value to a Board member’s KDA experience. Utilizing social media establishes credibility while building trust and inspiring people to tell their friends about KDA. Promotion extends engagement efforts by presenting a valuable offer to encourage a Board member’s followers to also get involved with KDA. While volunteering for a KDA event, please tag KDA in all social posts while using KDA official hashtags #kerndance #KDA #kerndancealliance

CASH DISBURSEMENT, RECEIPTS, PETTY CASH 1. GENERAL The KDA Board of Directors is responsible for authorizing all bank accounts and check signers. Financial institutions where KDA accounts are maintained are notified on an annual basis of any changes in check signers, following the transition of oﬃcers or changes in staﬀ with check signing responsibilities. Financial reports shall be presented to the Board of Directors for review on a monthly basis. An annual financial compilation, review, or audit, depending upon the size of the budget, will be conducted by a qualified outside accountant. Applicable financial and administrative guidelines relating to specific grant funding shall be followed.

2. CASH RECEIPTS Directors or staﬀ handling cash will have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the job and will be carefully supervised. Cash receipts must be deposited within 3 days of receipt or when the deposit amount exceeds $2,000, whichever comes first. Incoming checks must be restrictively endorsed, “for deposit only” with the organization’s account number, when received. Incoming cash must be counted and receipts/bank deposits developed by two or more persons authorized to perform these functions. Records of cash received must be totaled and initialized by authorized directors or staﬀ. Cash collection documentation totals must be compared and reconciled to bank deposit receipts on a regular basis. Bank deposit receipts must be compared and attached to the original bank deposit slips. Adequate physical controls must be maintained over cash receipts from the time of receipt to deposit in the bank. Contributions and grants received in bank account electronically via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) will be posted to accounting software within 3 days of receipt.

3. CASH DISBURSEMENTS a. Check Authorization

The director must provide approval for all disbursements. Supporting documentation must accompany checks when presented for signature. (continued)

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b. Checks

Recurring disbursements may be set up electronically with vendor via Electronic Funds Transfer with prior KDA director approval. Only pre-numbered checks shall be used and always in sequence. Signing of blank checks is strictly prohibited. Checks must be made payable to specific payees based upon appropriate documentation; and never to “cash” or “bearer”. Prior to preparing checks, receiving reports should be compared to vendor invoices for accuracy. Checks must be prepared from vendor invoices only and not from a vendor statement. Signature stamps may never be used to sign checks. Dual signatures are required for all checks that are over one-thousand dollars ($1000). These signatures maybe any two of the following signatures: • President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer or an authorized KDA director. Access to blank checks must be limited to persons authorized to prepare checks. Blank check stock must be locked in a secure place when not in use. Any voided/spoiled checks must be marked “Void”, shredded with the signature portion removed and retained in a secure place.

c. Bank Reconciliations

Bank accounts must be reconciled by the person responsible on a monthly basis and reviewed by the director. The director must receive the bank statements, including canceled checks, etc., unopened from the bank. All check numbers must be accounted for. Checks outstanding over 90 days must be periodically investigated, with payment stopped and an entry made restoring such items to cash if appropriate.

4. TRAVEL AND EXPENSES Directors or Staﬀ must submit a detailed expense record, with supporting documentation, in order to be reimbursed for expenses; and initialed for approval by the director prior to payment.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT KDA is passionate about creating an inclusive organization that promotes and values diversity. KDA believes the arts cultivate a culture that is inclusive of all backgrounds that are free to contribute to our community’s creative spirit. KDA strives to be diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective. More importantly, KDA aims to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work and make the greatest impact.

DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT DISCRIMINATION It is a violation of KDA’s policy to discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, sexual or gender identity, genetic information or marital status.

Discrimination of any kind is strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state and local laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. (continued)

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This policy is intended to comply with the prohibitions stated in these anti-discrimination laws. Discrimination in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary measures up to and including termination.

HARASSMENT KDA prohibits harassment of any kind, including sexual harassment, and will take appropriate and immediate action in response to complaints or knowledge of violations of this policy. For purposes of this policy, harassment is any verbal or physical conduct designed to threaten, intimidate or coerce a student, volunteer or any person working for or on behalf of KDA. Verbal taunting (including racial and ethnic slurs) that, in KDA’s opinion, impairs his or her ability to perform his or her job is included in the definition of harassment.

The following examples of harassment are intended to be guidelines and are not exclusive when determining whether there has been a violation of this policy:

• Verbal harassment includes comments that are oﬀensive or unwelcome regarding a person’s nationality, origin, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, body, disability or appearance, including epithets, slurs and negative stereotyping.

• Nonverbal harassment includes distribution, display or discussion of any written or graphic material that ridicules, denigrates, insults, belittles or shows hostility, aversion or disrespect toward an individual or group because of national origin, race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, appearance, disability, sexual identity, marital or other protected status.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE KDA is committed to providing volunteers with an environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. Actions, words, jokes, or comments based on an individual’s sex, race, ethnicity, age, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated. KDA encourages Board members to bring any incidents of sexual harassment to the immediate attention of the President.

CONFIDENTIALITY This agreement applies to all Board members associated with and/or involved in the activities or aﬀairs of KDA. This includes all activity associated with KDA during Board meetings and all outreach sites locations.

All data, materials, knowledge and information generated through, originating from, or having to do with KDA or persons associated with our activities, including contractors, is to be considered privileged and confidential and is not to be disclosed to any third party. All pages, forms, information, designs, documents, printed matter, policies and procedures, conversations, messages (received or transmitted), resources, contacts, e-mail lists, e-mail messages, client, staﬀ or public information is confidential and the sole property of KDA. This also includes, but is not limited to, any information of, or relating to, our staﬀ, students, operations and activities. This privilege extends to all forms and formats in which the information is maintained and stored, including, but not limited to hardcopy, photocopy, microform, automated and/or electronic form. (continued)

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Member information, including all file information, is not be disclosed to any third party, under any circumstances, without the consent of the KDA Board that is supervising you. Any disclosure, misuse, copying or transmitting of any material, data or information, whether intentional or unintentional, will subject you to disciplinary action, according to the procedures set by KDA and any applicable bylaws.

WHISTLEBLOWER CLAUSE Kern Dance Alliance requires directors, oﬃcers and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As Board members and representatives of the Kern Dance Alliance, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable Board members to raise serious concerns internally so that Kern Dance Alliance can address and correct inappropriate conduct and actions. It is the responsibility of all board members, oﬃcers, employees and volunteers to report concerns about violations of Kern Dance Alliance’s code of ethics or suspected violations of law or regulations that govern Kern Dance Alliance’s operations.

NO RETALIATION

It is contrary to the values of Kern Dance Alliance for anyone to retaliate against any board member, oﬃcer, employee or volunteer who in good faith reports an ethics violation, or a suspected violation of law, such as a complaint of discrimination, or suspected fraud, or suspected violation of any regulation governing the operations of Kern Dance Alliance. A Board member who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including removal from the KDA Board of Directors.

REPORTING PROCEDURE Kern Dance Alliance has an open door policy and suggests that Board members share their questions, concerns, suggestions or complaints with the President. If you are not comfortable speaking with the President or you are not satisfied with the President’s response, you are encouraged to speak with [a board member]. Board members are required to report complaints or concerns about suspected ethical and legal violations in writing to the Kern Dance Alliance’s [Compliance Oﬃcer] [or designated employee or board member], who has the responsibility to investigate all reported complaints. Board members with concerns or complaints may also submit their concerns in writing directly to the President or the organization’s Compliance Oﬃcer [or other designated person].

COMPLIANCE OFFICER The Kern Dance Alliance’s [Compliance Oﬃcer] is responsible for ensuring that all complaints about unethical or illegal conduct are investigated and resolved. The Compliance Oﬃcer will advise the [the Board of Directors] of all complaints and their resolution and will report at least annually to the [Treasurer/Chair of the Finance Committee/Audit Committee] on compliance activity relating to accounting or alleged financial improprieties.

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ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING MATTERS The Kern Dance Alliances [Compliance Oﬃcer] shall immediately notify the Audit Committee/Finance Committee of any concerns or complaint regarding corporate accounting practices, internal controls or auditing and work with the committee until the matter is resolved.

ACTING IN GOOD FAITH Anyone filing a written complaint concerning a violation or suspected violation must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary oﬀense.

VIOLATIONS Violations or suspected violations may be submitted on a confidential basis by the complainant. Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation.

HANDLING OF REPORTED VIOLATIONS

The Kern Dance Alliance’s [Compliance Oﬃcer] will notify the person who submitted a complaint and acknowledge receipt of the reported violation or suspected violation. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective action will be taken if warranted by the investigation.

Compliance Oﬃcer: * {Note: The Compliance Oﬃcer may be a board member, the Executive Director, or a third party designated by the organization to receive, investigate and respond to complaints.}

{Name}

{Title/Organization}

{Contact information} Policy approved by the Board of Directors on {Date}.

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BY LAWS OF KERN DANCE ALLIANCE

ARTICLE I — NAME AND LOCATION SECTION 1. NAME

The name of the organization shall be Kern Dance Alliance.

SECTION 2. PRINCIPAL OFFICE

The Principal Oﬃce for the transaction of the business of the corporation is fixed and located at Bakersfield, Kern County, California. The Board of Directors may at any time or from time to time change the location of the Principal Oﬃce from one location to another in this county.

ARTICLE II — PURPOSES SECTION 1.

To operate without profit so that no part of the net earnings or assets of the organization shall be distributed to any private individual. It is not the purpose of this organization to directly or indirectly represent or intervene in any political campaign or devote its activities to attempt to influence legislative activities.

SECTION 2.

The mission of the Kern Dance Alliance is a non-profit dance advocacy organization promoting and supporting dance and the arts in Kern County, California.

SECTION 3.

The Kern Dance Alliance seeks to become the premier advocacy organization of the Kern County dance community by providing a network of information, access to programs that focus on professional and cultural experiences, and monetary resources.

The Kern Dance Alliance shall consist of four pillars: Dance Community Alliance, Professional Development for Teachers, Dance Programs, and Scholarship/Grants. • DANCE COMMUNITY ALLIANCE: Kern Dance Alliance provides a network coalition by disseminating information about events, news, tips, articles, and advocacy to the Kern County dance community.

• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT for TEACHERS: Kern Dance Alliance is committed to providing educators with critical tools and programs that enable them to provide quality dance education for their students.

• DANCE PROGRAMS: Kern Dance Alliance provides dance programs for the community that allows the Kern County area to attend a diverse selection of high-quality, professional dance programs aimed at impacting the community through dance.

• SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS: Scholarships are provided to assist in building a stronger dance community. Grants are provided to project-based dance programs.

ARTICLE III — MEMBERSHIP SECTION 1. MEMBERS

Membership is open to anyone interested in promoting and assisting in the growth and development of Kern Dance Alliance. There shall be two types of members of this corporation. The first type of members shall be known as Directors, the second type of members shall be known as Organizational Members.

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SECTION 2. QUALIFICATIONS OF DIRECTORS

The Board of Directors are voting members of this corporation and only they shall conduct the business of this corporation. The privilege of voting or serving on the Board of Directors is reserved for those members in good standing. Death, resignation, or removal of any Director as provided in these By Laws automatically terminates their membership as a Director of this corporation.

SECTION 3. QUALIFICATIONS OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS

Any interested person who contributes annual dues to this corporation shall be an Organizational Member unless he/she is, or becomes, a Director of this corporation. Organizational Members shall have no vote at the annual meeting or any other meetings. The privilege of voting is reserved for Directors only.

SECTION 4. CATEGORIES OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS

• Individual or Student Membership includes anyone who has an interest in dance or is connected or aﬃliated with dance related fields. Individuals or Student members may attend the annual meeting or any other membership meetings but have no vote at these meetings.

• Organization Membership includes any organization that is part of the dance community including, but not limited to dance companies, dance studios, and dance departments of educational institutions (ex. high schools, colleges, universities). Representatives from the organizations may attend the annual meeting and any other membership meetings but have no vote at these meeting.

• Patron/Sponsor Membership includes any individual, group or business with a strong interest in supporting Kern Dance Alliance and the art of dance by contributing monetary donations. Patron/sponsor members may attend the annual meeting and any other membership meetings but have no vote at these meetings.

• Honorary Lifetime Membership is given by the Board of Directors for distinguished service and contribution to dance. Membership is given based on a vote by the Board of Directors and is free. There are no voting rights.

SECTION 5. LIABILITIES OF MEMBERS

No person who is now, or who later becomes, a member of this corporation shall be personally liable to its creditors for any liability of indebtedness, and any and all creditors of this corporation shall look only to the assets of this corporation for payment.

SECTION 6. ANNUAL DUES

The Board of Directors shall determine the annual dues for membership in this corporation.

SECTION 7. REPRESENTATION, RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES

All members shall be entitled to receive information pertaining to the business of Kern Dance Alliance as well as other privileges which the Board of Directors determines to be made available to all members in good standing.

Membership is not transferable or assignable.

SECTION 8. TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP

• Non-payment of annual dues within the period of time specified in the annual dues notice shall cause the termination of membership and all privileges.

• Membership shall be reinstated upon payment of assessed dues.

The Board of Directors, by a three-fourths (3/4) vote of the entire Board at a regular or special meeting, shall have the authority to terminate membership if, in the Board’s opinion, any member ceases to support the stated mission of Kern Dance Alliance through any activity or behavior which is contrary to the KDA mission; provided, however, that said member shall be given notice and opportunity for a hearing before the Board.

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ARTICLE IV — BOARD POWERS, TERMS & ELECTIONS SECTION 1. POWERS OF DIRECTORS

Subject to the limitations of the Articles of Incorporation, other sections of the By-Laws, and of California Law, all corporate powers of the corporation shall be exercised by or under the authority of, and the Board of Directors shall control the business aﬀairs of the corporation. Without limiting their specified duties and powers, the Board of Directors shall have the following powers:

• To (1) select or remove other oﬃcers, agents and employees of the corporation, (2) prescribe such duties and powers for them, and (3) fix their compensation.

• To conduct, manage and control the aﬀairs and business of the corporation and to make rules and regulations.

SECTION 2. REMOVAL

Director may be removed from oﬃce, for cause, by the vote of a three-fourths (¾) majority of the Directors.

The Board of Directors, by a three-fourths (3/4) vote of the entire Board at a regular or special meeting, shall have the authority to terminate officer, agent, or employee, if, in the Board’s opinion, any officer, agent, or employee ceases to support the stated mission of Kern Dance Alliance through any activity or behavior which is contrary to the KDA mission; provided, however, that said officer, agent, or employee shall be given notice and opportunity for a hearing before the Board.

SECTION 3. COMPENSATION

The members of the Board of Directors shall receive no compensation for their services as Directors.

SECTION 4. ELECTION AND TERMS OF OFFICE

• Successors for Directors whose terms of oﬃce are then expiring shall be elected at the Board meeting in December. Terms of oﬃce will be from January 1 through December 31.

• The oﬃcers shall be elected by a majority vote of the current Board of Directors during the last quarter of the fiscal year (Oct-Dec).

• Oﬃcers shall serve a one (1) year term and may serve up to eight (8) consecutive terms or eight (8) years in the same oﬃce.

• Only the President shall serve a ninth (9) term and act as immediate past President to assist with the transition of a new President.

ARTICLE V — MEETINGS SECTION 1. NUMBER OF DIRECTORS

• The board of directors shall not consist of less than 5 directors, but not more than twenty (20) directors.

• Section 2-Quorum

• A majority of the elected directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of any business, except adjournment, which requires only a majority vote of directors present, whether or not a quorum is present. Every action taken or decision made by a simple majority of the directors present at a duly held meeting at which a quorum is present shall be an act of the Board. A meeting at which a quorum is initially present may continue to transact business, despite the withdrawal of some directors from the meeting, so long as any action taken or decision made is approved by at least a majority of the required quorum for that meeting.

• Section 3-Remote Communication Meetings (continued)

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• Under the law, directors individually or the entire board may meet by using electronic communication, including conference telephone, video conference, the Internet, or any other method available by which directors not present in the same physical location may simultaneously communicate with each others. It is required that all directors participating in a meeting by remote communication are able to hear each other during the meeting and each director has a reasonable opportunity to participate and vote. This remote participation in a meeting constitutes a presence in person at the meeting.

• Section 4-Regular Meetings

• The Board of Directors shall meet at a place, date and time designated by the Board.

SECTION 5. ANNUAL MEETINGS

An annual meeting shall be held for the general membership in the first quarter of the year at such place and time as shall be designated by the Board of Directors. Notice of the place, date and time of the Annual meeting shall be given to the general membership at least two weeks prior to the meeting.

SECTION 6. SPECIAL MEETINGS

Special meetings of the Board for any purpose or purposes may be called at any time by the President or by any majority of the Directors with proper notification of all members of the Board of Directors.

SECTION 7. ACTION WITHOUT A MEETING

When it is imperative that an action be taken or a decision made timely by the Board or any committee of the Board, a meeting is not necessary for action to be taken and votes cast, if all members of the Board or committee consent to the proposed motion in writing or by electronic communication. A record of the unanimous consent of the elected directors or committee members will be retained in the minutes of the Corporation in paper or electronic form.

ARTICLE VI — ELECTIONS SECTION 1. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS

Nomination of Directors: Nominations shall be made at the Board meeting prior to the meeting in December. The Board shall meet, select a proposed slate of Directors, with alternates. A Board representative will then contact the newly nominated Directors to confirm their willingness to serve on the Board and will report back to the Board at the meeting in December.

Election of Directors: The proposed slate of the Board of Directors shall be voted on at the meeting in December. A three-fourths (3/4) majority of the vote is required to elect the new Board of Directors. Absentee ballots will be counted. The privilege of voting is reserved for Board of Directors only.

SECTION 2. OFFICERS

The Officers of this corporation shall be President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and such other officers as the Board of Directors may appoint. One person, other than the President, may hold more than one of these offices. Board of Directors must serve for one full year before holding an officer position.

SECTION 3. TERMS

A.The terms of office for the Officer of the corporation are two years or until their successors are elected. The Officer can serve for four consecutive terms.

B. If an Officers for any reason can not fulfill their duties a member of the Board of Directors or another Officer may succeed them in office.

C. An Oﬃcer may succeed himself in oﬃce. (continued)

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SECTION 4. VACANCIES

Vacancies in the Board of Directors shall be filled by a majority of the remaining Directors then in oﬃce even though less than a quorum, or by the sole remaining Director until a special election can be held. A successor Director so elected shall serve for the unexpired term of his/her predecessor.

ARTICLE VII — DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE OFFICERS SECTION 1. PRESIDENT

Subject to the control of the Board of Directors, the President shall have general supervision, direction and control of the business and aﬀairs of the corporation. He/She shall preside at all meetings of the Members and Directors and shall have such other powers and duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors. The President shall be an ex-oﬃcio member of all Committees.

SECTION 2. 1ST VICE PRESIDENT

In the absence or disability of the President, the 1st Vice President shall perform all the duties of the President and in so acting, shall have all the powers of the President. The 1st Vice President shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors.

SECTION 3. 2ND VICE PRESIDENT

The 2nd Vice President fulfills the duties of the President in the event of the absence or disability of both the President and the 1st Vice-President. The 2nd Vice President shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors.

SECTION 4. SECRETARY

The Secretary shall keep a full and complete record of the proceedings of the Board of Directors, shall make service of such notices as may be necessary or proper, shall supervise the keeping of the records of the corporation, and shall discharge such other duties of the oﬃce as prescribed by the Board of Directors.

The Secretary shall also prepare a Board of Directors roster showing the name, address and home and work telephone numbers of each board member, as well as the year in which their term expires and any oﬃces held. The roster shall be attached to the minutes of the final meeting of fiscal year and provided to the incoming President in addition to being placed in the corporate minutes file.

The Secretary shall prepare full and complete minutes of all meetings of the Board of Directors, file the original in the corporate minutes file and provide a copy of the minutes to all members of the Board of Directors before the next meeting of the Board. Included in the minutes shall be the balance in each of the corporation's bank accounts and any other important financial information, including the Treasurer's report as received at each meeting of the Board of Directors.

The Secretary shall keep a current mailing list of all donors' names and addresses as provided by the Treasurer. The Secretary shall also keep a file, developed by the Treasurer and updated on a regular basis, containing the names of all the members of this corporation and their position or status.

The Secretary shall include in the minutes what duties have been delegated to which individuals and the names of the members of any committees. The committee chairman shall also be named. Dates of upcoming events and committee meetings shall also be included.

The Secretary shall send "thank you" letters to all donors, be responsible for all other correspondence, prepare and bring to each meeting of the Board of Directors a monthly report showing the names of the donors whose donations have been received during the preceding month(s) and the names (continued)

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of those to whom "thank you" letters have been written and the names of those to whom other letters have been written.

The Secretary shall also act as the Historian and in doing so shall develop a portfolio of such that will serve as a record of all activities and accomplishments of this organization.

SECTION 5. TREASURER

The Treasurer shall keep and maintain, or cause to be kept and maintained, adequate and correct books and accounts of the properties and transactions of the Corporation and provide to the directors financial statements and reports at Board meetings as required by law, by the Bylaws or by the Board. The books of account and financial records shall be open to inspection by any director at reasonable times.

The Treasurer shall deposit, or cause to be deposited all money and other valuables in the name of the Corporation with such depositories as the Board shall designate, disburse Corporation’s funds as the Board orders, render to the Board when required or requested an account of all transactions and of the financial condition of the Corporation, and perform such other duties as the Board, the law, or the Bylaws require.

The Treasurer shall also prepare all budget and other related financial reports as deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.

The Treasurer shall list the names and addresses of every donor along with the date of the donation and the amount of the donation and provide this information to the Secretary at every meeting of the Board of Directors.

The Treasurer shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VIII — APPOINTED OFFICIALS AND COMMITTEES SECTION 1. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

• The Executive Committee shall consist of the President, the 1st President, 2nd Vice President, the Secretary, the Treasurer, and the immediate past president as ex-oﬃcio member.

• The President shall chair the Executive Committee, or in her/his absence, the 1st Vice President, or in her/ his absence, the 2nd Vice President.

• The Executive Committee may meet eight times within a fiscal year, or at call of the President.

• Shall exercise all powers of the Board.

• Shall report to the Board of Directors.

SECTION 2. STANDING COMMITTEES

a. The President or the Board, by resolution at a regular or special meeting, may alter the nature and number of standing committees to better pursue the mission and goals of Kern Dance Alliance.

The standing committees may be chaired by a volunteer and consist of one board member and volunteers:

• Long-range Planning and Programming (determines which services, valuable to the membership, will be programmed; prepares a 3-year plan for approval of the board)

• Membership, Nominating and Board Development (responsible for generating membership drives, presenting a slate of board nominees to the Board of Directors, and actively recruiting potential board members)

• Budget, Finance, Grants and Fundraising (prepares annual operating budget for board approval, oversees financial activity, researches funding sources, actively fundraises)

(continued)

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• Public Relations and Communications (prepares a plan for heightening the profile of the Alliance within the dance field)

• Regional chapters (responsible for maintaining communication with KDA regional chapters)

• Community Connections (raise awareness of Kern Dance Alliance activities beyond the membership)

• Information and Technology (provides information and technical assistance to all KDA digital and software platforms)

b. Each chairperson shall report to the President periodically, and to the Board at the scheduled meetings as needed.

SECTION 3. AD HOC COMMITTEES

The President may, at any time, appoint Ad Hoc committees; the chairperson shall report to the President, and, if deemed necessary, to the Board.

SECTION 4. OTHER OFFICIALS AND COMMITTEES

Other Oﬃcials and Committees deemed necessary may at any time be formed under the direction and authority of the Board of Directors of this corporation. These Oﬃcials and Committees and their duties shall be documented in a file maintained by the Secretary.

SECTION 5. REPORTS

Final reports (oral and written) for each year shall be presented by each Oﬃcial or Committee Chair, to the Board of Directors, prior to the end of the corporate fiscal year.

SECTION 6. TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Committee Chair(s) shall serve for a two (2) year term and may serve up to four (4) consecutive terms or eight (8) years on the same committee. Committee Chairs(s) after year eight (8) years of service, must take a mandatory one (1) year break from the committee chair position.

Committee members can serve indefinitely.

ARTICLE IX — MISCELLANEOUS Robert's Rules of Order shall govern all meetings except when they conflict with these By-Laws or with the laws of the State of California.

ARTICLE X — FISCAL YEAR SECTION 1.

The fiscal year of this corporation shall be January 1 to December 31.

ARTICLE XI — COMPENSATION No Director or Oﬃcer shall receive any compensation for services as a KDA Board member or Oﬃcer, i.e. producer, director, choreographer, performer, costume designer, technical specialist, etc.

ARTICLE XII — CONDUCT OF BUSINESS All meetings of the Board and Committees shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order.

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ARTICLE XIII — DISSOLUTION SECTION 1.

This corporation may be dissolved by an aﬃrmative vote of two-thirds of all Board of Directors at a meeting called for that purpose.

SECTION 2.

In the event of dissolution of the corporation in any manner or for any cause, any assets of the corporation remaining after payment of all debts and obligations of the corporation, shall be given to some educational and/or non-profit artistic institution or organization as determined by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE XIV — AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS These Bylaws may be amended by the Board by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of those voting members present, provided however that the proposed amendments have been submitted in writing to each voting member at least three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.

CERTIFICATE OF CORPORATE SECRETARY I, the undersigned, do hereby certify:

(a) That I am the duly elected Secretary of the Board of Directors of Kern Dance Alliance, and

(b) That the foregoing Amended Bylaws constitute the Bylaws of this Corporation as duly approved by unanimous vote of the Board of Directors at a regular meeting of the Board held on this date.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto subscribed my name this

___________________________(date), ______ (year).

____________________________________________

Secretary

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KERN DANCE ALLIANCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ ATTENDANCE POLICY 1. PURPOSE This policy is intended to support full contribution of the KDA Board. The Board will receive a copy of this official policy. The policy is reviewed once a year and maintained in each member’s Board manual. 2. SCOPE a. This policy applies to the Kern Dance Alliance Board. 3. REFERENCES a. Kern Dance Alliance Bylaws Article V, Section 4 (“Regular Meetings”) 4. RESPONSIBILITIES a.

If a KDA member misses three of the total number of board meetings in a twelve-month period, the further discussion will be had regarding the position of the member on the Board.

5. PROCEDURES If a Board attendance problem exists regarding a member, the Board President or Vice Presidents will promptly contact the member to discuss the problem. The member’s response will be shared by the President or Vice Presidents with the entire Board at the following Board meeting. At that meeting, the Board will decide what actions to take regarding the member’s future membership on the Board. If the Board terminates the member’s membership, termination will be conducted per this policy. To terminate a member’s position on the Board, the Board President or Vice Presidents will call the member and notify him or her of the Board’s decision to terminate the member’s membership on the Board per this Board Attendance Policy. The Board President or Vice Presidents will request a letter of resignation from the member to be received within ten (10) business days. The President or Vice Presidents will also request the member to return their Board manual back to KDA by dropping it off at a specified location within ten (10) business days. The Board will vote regarding acceptance of the member’s resignation letter at the following board meeting.

CERTIFICATION OF SECRETARY/TREASURER

I hereby certify that the above “Board of Directors’ Attendance Policy” was adopted by the Board of Directors of Kern Dance Alliance at a properly called meeting with an appropriate quorum present. This 27 day of February, 2019 Printed name: Valerie Hashim Signature: __________________________ Kern Dance Alliance Secretary/Treasurer

Acknowledgment of Kern Dance Alliance President

This 23 day of January, 2019 Printed Name: Andrea Hansen Signature: __________________________ Kern Dance Alliance President