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How does your club use its constitution? Key points •
The Recommended Rotary Club Bylaws are additional guidelines for the governance of the club that are not included in the club constitution, such as: — Election of directors and officers — Duties of officers — Method of voting — Duties of committees — Leave of absence — Finances — Method of electing members — Order of business — Amendments
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Each Rotary club should amend the Recommended Rotary Club Bylaws to reflect its current practices, such as the committee structure.
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If changes are necessary, bylaws may be amended at any regular meeting where one-third of club members are present.
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Proposed amendments should be approved by twothirds of the club members present.
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All members should be notified of the proposed amendment at least 10 days before such a meeting.
Training leader’s note — Refer participants to Article 5, Section 3 and Article 16 of the Recommended Rotary Club Bylaws for more information on amendments.
How will you use your club’s bylaws to prepare for office? PRESIDENTS-ELECT TRAINING SEMINAR LEADERS’ GUIDE — Session 4: Club Administration 64