PNBOA

 

PNBOA Bylaws

 

PNBOA Constitution
Updated January 18, 2003

  • ARTICLE I
    Name
    The Name of this organization shall be "Pacific Northwest Basketball Officials’ Association" and be operated as a non-profit (501C) organization.
  • ARTICLE II
    Purpose
    The purpose of this organization shall be:
    • Section 1
      To provide qualified and competent basketball officials in the Pacific Northwest by:
      • Conducting rules study meetings and an apprenticeship program.
      • Promoting a better understanding of the importance of fair play and sportsmanship among contestants and those in charge of athletic contests.
      • Developing a sense of professional pride as an official and conscientious obligation to those for whom we provide service.
  • ARTICLE III
    Membership
    • Section 1
      Membership shall consist of active and honorary
    • Section 2
      Active membership shall include all members in good standing as defined in Board Policy addendum II
    • Section 3
      Honorary membership shall include all active members who wish to continue membership in the organization, but do not elect to participate in the officiating activities of organization. Honorary members shall be exempt from the payment of dues and shall not be eligible to hold office or vote, but may otherwise contribute to the organization.
    • Section 4
      A new applicant may gain membership in the organization by:
      • Presenting an application to the membership committee
      • Serving as an apprentice for a time specified by the Board of Directors
      • Attend and pass classes designed by the Apprenticeship Committee in addition to passing the National Federation annual exam
      • Receiving a recommendation from the Apprenticeship Committee and approval by the Board of Directors and to be governed by the Constitution, By-Laws, and Board Policies
    • Section 5
      Transfers may be admitted as active members by:
      • Submitting a letter to the Membership Committee indicating his/her membership in good standing in a recognized association
      • Paying the appropriate fees
      • Being approved by the Board of Directors
      • Following procedures set up in the PNBOA policies
    • ARTICLE IV
      Officers
      • Section 1
        The officers of this organization shall be: President, Vice President, Recording Secretary and Treasurer
      • Section 2
        All officers shall be active members in good standing as defined in Board Policy Addendum II
      • Section 3
        The Board of Directors shall elect the officers from the Board’s membership for a term of one (1) year
      • Section 4
        The duties of the President and Vice President shall be the same as are usually attached to such officers and such other duties, as this Constitution requires of the Board of Directors may direct
      • Section 5
        The duties of the Recording Secretary shall consist of recording and publishing the minutes of all Board meetings and Association meetings, and preparing correspondence as directed by the Board of Directors
      • Section 6
        The duties of the Treasurer shall consist of receiving and banking all monies due the Association, dispersing funds by check as authorized by the Board, providing and maintaining complete and accurate financial reports with audit tracking as may be required
      • Section 7
        In the event an officer resigns or is removed from office before the end of his / her term, the remaining officers may move to the next level of succession in accordance to "Robert’s Rules of Order." The president may then appoint a replacement for the vacancy (vacancies) that remains. The President may then appoint a replacement for the vacancy/vacancies that remain.
    • ARTICLE V
      Board of Directors
      • Section 1
        Nominations for Directors will be accepted at the sixth (6th) meeting of the current PNBOA season. Proposed changes to the Constitution or By-laws must be received by this meeting. Elections will be held during the last meeting in January.

        The Board of Directors shall consist of nine (9) directors whose qualifications and terms are as follows:
        • A member in good standing and remains so during his/her term
        • The term of each office shall be for three years
      • Section 2
        It shall be the duty of the Board of Directors to transact all of the business of the organization
      • Section 3
        A quorum of the Board of Directors shall consist of five (5) members
      • Section 4
        The Board of Directors shall appoint auditors to audit the financial records of the association each year
      • Section 5
        The Board of Directors may discipline members by:
        • Censure
        • Fine
        • Probation
        • Expulsion
        • Regulation of Assignments
        • Suspension
      • Section 6
        The Board of Directors, in considering disciplinary action, is obligated to offer due process to those concerned
      • Section 7
        The Board of Directors shall advertise for, and elect, a commissioner/assignor, as needed
      • Section 8
        Board members may be removed form office for dereliction of duty, responsibilities, and/or any infractions contrary to the Constitution, By-Laws, and Board Policies. Six (6) votes by the Board of Directors is required for the removal of any Board member.
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    • ARTICLE VI
      Elections
      • Section 1
        Elections of Directors shall be held during the last meeting of January. Only active members in attendance at this meeting may vote
      • Section 2
        Elections shall be by ballot and be in charge of teller committee appointed by the President
      • Section 3
        A nominating committee shall be appointed by the president to select a minimum of six(6) candidates for three(3) positions. Additional nominations shall come from the general membership. Each member shall vote for three(3) candidates of his/her choice from the total list of candidates. The six(6) candidates with the most votes will again be voted upon, using the same format. The top three(3) candidates will be on the Board of Directors
      • Section 4
        The new Board’s term shall commence on the 1st day of July following each general election; however prior to July 1st, the President for the previous year shall convene the new Board for the purpose of electing the officers of the Association.
    • ARTICLE VII
      Committees
      • Section 1
        Standing committees shall be:
        1. Apprentice
        2. Ethics & Grievance
        3. Evaluation / Observation
        4. Membership
        5. Program / Rule Interpretation
        6. Recreation
      • Section 2
        Chairpersons of the committees shall be appointed by the President from current members of the Board of directors
      • Section 3
        The duties of all committees and their chairpersons shall be as designated by the Board of Directors
      • Section 4
        The chairperson of each committee shall select the other members of his/her committee from the organization membership. The Board of Directors must approve members of these committees.
    • ARTICLE VIII
      Funds
      • Section 1
        The annual dues from each member shall be set by the Board of Directors. Dues shall be paid at a date specified by the Board
      • Section 2
        The Board of Directors shall recommend assessment to the membership each year and have the power to levy such membership-approved assessments
      • Section 3
        The treasurer shall be elected by the Board of Directors and may appoint a bookkeeper to assist in handling and disbursing funds.
    • ARTICLE IX
      Amendments
      • Section 1
        This Constitution may be amended only by a two-thirds vote of the active members in good standing present and voting at the annual election meeting
      • Section 2
        By-laws may be adopted and amended only by a majority of those active members in good standing present and voting at the annual election meeting
      • Section 3
        The rules and regulations drawn up and approved by the Board of Directors shall be termed Board policy and must be fully in compliance with this Constitution and the By-laws
      • Section 4
        All approved amendments to the Constitution and By-laws become effective when passed.
    • ARTICLE X
      Vacancies
      • Section 1
        Vacancies occurring on the Board of Directors. The first vacancie  shall be filled by the member who was not elected, but had the next highest vote tally. He will be granted the right of first refusal by the Board of Directors. Should there be no interest by said  member, given the right of first refusal to fill the vacancy, the vacancy shall be filled by an interim appointment by the president and approved by the remaining members of the Board of Directors.
      • Section 2
        Appointments made by the Presidents and approved by the Board to fulfill an unexpired term of a member who has resigned and/or has been removed from office, will be effective only until the next election/new term, at which time the general membership shall elect a replacement to fill out the remainder of the unexpired term.
      • Section 3
        Appointment to vacancies on the Board of Directors can only be filled by members of the association who has been in good standing in the association for one (1) full year or longer.
    • ARTICLE XI
      Relation to WOA
      • Section 1
        The Pacific Northwest Basketball Officials’ Association is a member organization of the Washington Officials Association/li>
      • Section 2
        The President, Vice President and/or their designees shall act as a liaison or representative to the WOA (Washington Officials Association) and the W.I.A.A. (Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association)
  

 

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