1. Resolutions & Amendments

2. Overview Bylaws – Purpose and Structure Changing of Bylaws Amendments
Elements in Amendments
Resolutions
Review Forms and Summary Tips

3. Bylaws - Purpose Contains Basic Rules of Operation
Outlines the Structure and Functions of the Organization
Includes all Rules That are so Important that it Cannot be Changed Without Prior Notice to Members and at least a 2/3 vote
Only Take a Majority Vote to Accept a Set of Bylaws, but Prior Notice and 2/3 Vote to Change

4. Bylaws Structure Articles – I, II, III, etc. Sections – 1, 2, 3, etc.
Paragraphs – a, b, c, etc.

5. N.C. Federation Bylaws Article I Name Article II Objectives
Article III Members
Article IV Officers
Aritcle V Meetings
Article VI Executive Board
Article VII Standing Committees
Article VIII Resolutions
Article IX Parliamentary Authority
Article X Amendments of Bylaws

6. Changing of Bylaws Through Proposed Amendments
May be Initiated by a Chapter, the Federation Executive Board, or the Bylaws Committee
Proposed Amendment Should be Submitted on NARFE Form F3C
Must be Submitted to Federation Secretary and Chair of Bylaws Committee at least 90 Days Prior to Convention
Normally Publicized Through Newspaper or By Letter to Chapter Presidents

7. Amendments to Bylaws
Amendments to bylaws can be offered in two ways: (1) by an ordinary amendment to the bylaws, and
(2) by revision of the bylaws.
An ordinary amendment is a proposed change in a specific article, section, or paragraph.
May amend by inserting or deleting one or more words in a paragraph, section, or article.
May amend by adding or deleting an entire article, section, or paragraph.
May rescind an entire article.

8. Elements in Amendments
Subject or Title
Bylaw Article and Section in question
Whereas: describes the point of concern
Be it Resolved: states the proposed change

9. Examples of Bylaw Amendments
Board Member Holding Chapter Office
Chapter Assistance

10. Resolutions
A Motion Consisting of a Recommendation of Some Action that the Convention Should Take.
A Formal Expression of Opinion, Will, or Intent voted by an Official Body or Assembled Group.

11. Example: Membership Dues
Whereas much concern has been expressed over the current member dues structure and a special study is needed.
Be it resolved that the Executive Board appoint a special committee to study this concern and come back with recommendations at our next convention.

12. Courtesy Resolutions
Resolutions Expressing Appreciation to a Person or Group for Some Achievement or Contribution

13. Example: Courtesy Resolution
Whereas, NC Federation has held a most successful convention; and whereas, the success of this convention has been brought about by careful planning and effective execution of our host committee; therefore
Be it Resolved, that this convention go on record as expressing its sincere appreciation to the Host Committee for making this convention a most pleasant and rewarding experience.

14. Review Forms Proposed Bylaw/Standing Rule Amendment
Proposed Convention Resolution

15. Summary Tips Keep it Accurate, Clear and Brief
Make sure you have a clear subject and proper reference
The fewer “whereas” sections you have, the better.
In “whereas” section, states the proposed change.
There should be only one “Be It Resolved” statement
The “Be It Resolved” statement should provide the summation of the proposal and include the exact proposed wording if related to a bylaw change.
If related to national affairs, the proposal should be sent to the Federation for review.