ARTICLE I - Name and Purpose

Section 1. Name. Association of Marksmen in the National Guard Inc. (AMNG)

Section 2. Office. PO BX 94881, North Little Rock,  Arkansas 72190-4881

Section 3. Purpose.

The purpose of the AMNG shall be to provide support for the marksmanship training, education, and competition activities of the National Guard at all levels.

This Corporation is organized as a not-for-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Arkansas for educational and benevolent purposes.

Its activities shall be conducted in such a manner that they are consistent with the rules, regulations and discipline set forth for marksmanship activities of the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, and the National Guard Bureau.

No dividend, pecuniary benefit or salary shall be declared to, paid to, or received by individual members, officers or employees unless approved by the Executive Council (EC). All other income shall be exclusively used in the work of the Corporation for education and training, competitive events, and benevolent purposes.

Section 4. Dissolution.

Upon dissolution of the Corporation, the association, after paying all liabilities of the Corporation shall dispose of any remaining assets to such charitable organization(s) chosen by the officers of the Association that qualify as an exempt organization under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provisions of any future Internal Revenue Code).

ARTICLE II - Membership

Section I. Qualifications.

Membership in the Association shall be open to all shooters, or other persons involved with the National Guard as follows:

1.1 Life Membership. Limited to persons who are active or retired members of the National Guard.

1.2 Annual Membership. Limited to persons who are active or retired members of the National Guard.

1.3 Associate Life Membership. Available to any member of the Armed Forces, active or reserve, or to those persons who are supporters of the marksmanship efforts of the National Guard.

1.4. Associate Annual Membership. Available to any member of the Armed Forces, active or reserve, or to those persons who are supporters of the marksmanship efforts of the National Guard.

1.5. Corporate Life Membership. Open to any Corporation who is a supporter of marksmanship efforts in the National Guard and by a majority vote of the EC.

1.6 Corporate Annual Membership. Open to any Corporation who is a supporter of marksmanship efforts in the National Guard and by a majority vote of the EC.

1.7 Honorary Membership. Open to widows, spouses, or dependents of qualified National Guard members or other persons or corporations upon application or recommendation. Such application or recommendation shall be approved and granted by the EC.

Section 2. Voting Membership. Voting privileges at annual meetings is limited to life members paid in full.

Section 3. Dues. The officers of the Association shall establish membership dues.

Section 4. Duration of Membership. The duration of an annual membership is from 1 October to 30 September of each calendar year.

ARTICLE III - Meetings

Section 1. The Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the general membership shall be held during the Winston P. Wilson Matches (WPW) at Camp J. T. Robinson. It shall be conducted at such time so that all participants at the WPW can attend. The President will provide/post an agenda at least one day prior to the meeting in location/s accessible to all membership. EC meetings may be held at the discretion of the President.

ARTICLE IV - Committees

Section 1. Executive Committee.

The Executive Committee (EC) shall consist of the President, President Pro Tem, Secretary, Treasurer, and Member at Large. The Executive Committee shall have the power to transact all regular business of the Association during the period between annual meetings of the Association subject to any limitations imposed by the life members of the organization at the annual meetings. A majority vote of the Executive Committee is required to conduct all business with a least three of the five members of EC voting. The President will break ties. Due to geographical separation, decisions required to be made by the executive committee may be made by mail or telephone.

Section 2. Ad Hoc Committees.

The President for such specific tasks may appoint ad hoc committees as circumstances warrant. Upon completion of the task for which appointed, such ad hoc committee shall stand discharged.

ARTICLE V - Officers

Section 1. Term of Office.

The officers shall hold office for terms as indicated below or until their successors have been elected. Terms of office will be two years for each officer.

Officers shall be President, President Pro Tem, Secretary, Treasurer, and Member at Large.

Officers will take office at the completion of the Annual Meeting at which elected.

Section 2. Elections.

All officers will be elected at the annual meeting in open session, after nominations from the nominating committee and from the floor have been received. Only life members are eligible to become officers of the association.

President Pro Tem and the Secretary will be elected on even years. Treasurer and Member at Large will be elected on odd years.

Section 3. Vacancies.

The executive committee may fill a vacancy in any office for the unexpired term of the office.

Section 4. Duties.

4.1 President. The President shall preside at all meetings and shall be an ex-officio member of all committees of the Association. The President shall appoint chairpersons and members of all committees. The President shall be responsible for the general coordination of all activities of the Association and perform all other duties incident to the office of President.

4.2 President Pro Tem (PPT). The PPT shall perform the duties and exercise the powers of the President in the absence or disability of the President. The PPT may share in the duties of the president, as the President shall determine. The PPT will assume the office of President upon completion of the President’s term of office.

4.3 Secretary. The Secretary shall keep the minutes of all meetings of the Association and the executive committee, receives and answers correspondence, prepare and make mailings to the membership and others as directed by the executive committee. He shall also maintain the membership rolls and addresses.

4.4 Treasurer. The Treasurer shall receive all moneys, keep accurate records of all receipts and expenditures, pay all expenses authorized by the executive committee and provide an annual report to the President and the Secretary.

4.5 Member at Large. Performs duties at the pleasure of the Secretary and Treasurer.

 

ARTICLE VI - Miscellaneous Provisions

Section 1. Fiscal Year.

The fiscal year of this association shall be 1 January through 31 December.

Section 2. Fiscal Responsibilities.

The EC shall designate a financial institution to receive the deposits of the Association. Checks drawn on the Association will be signed by the Treasurer and the Secretary or in either officer’s absence, the President may be one of the signers for the disbursement of funds. The financial records of the Association will be audited annually by a committee, designated person or company appointed by the President.

ARTICLE VII - Amendment of Constitution and Bylaws

This Constitution and Bylaws may be amended by a majority vote of the life members present at the annual meeting. The Secretary must send notice of such proposed amendments to all members at least 30 days prior to the annual meeting.

APPROVED and adopted 14 April 1998.

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