Hello,
Here's the link to the Bylaws with the recent amendments incorporated into them.
https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0Bz_ZIc_oPE3GNTVmODg4N2UtM2ZhMi00Njg2LTgyMTktNDM1NWU3MTRlM2Qw&hl=en
Have a great day,
Andrew S
President
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Monday, May 17, 2010
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Bylaws
Here's an updated copy of our Bylaws, as of 11/25/09. Apart from a few amendments earlier in the year that have been added on, I have also fixed some punctuation and grammar errors.
The Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators
Dead Language Latin Club
Bylaws
Sponsor: The Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators
Moderator: Robert Gotcher
President: Nathaniel Gotcher
Vice President: Lauren Zelinski
Secretary/Treasurer: Stephen Zambo
Approved by the Ad Hoc Bylaw Committee:
Edward Chien
Lauren Zelinski
Nathaniel Gotcher
Section A: Members
A.1 The Sponsor
The Sponsor of the Dead Language Latin Club is the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators. The Sponsor is represented for the purposes of the Club by the Moderator, who is selected by the Sponsor in whatever manner the Sponsor’s leadership sees fit.
A.2 The Moderator(s)
Anything and everything is subject to the approval of the Moderator(s) of the Dead Language Latin Club, who may do, regulate, change or otherwise make decisions about anything and everything concerning the Dead Language Latin Club.
A.3 The Triumvirate
The Triumvirate will consist of the President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer which constitute the Executive Committee of the Club. The Triumvirate may delegate work to the Plebians The Triumvirate ought to consult with and listen to the ideas and concerns of the Plebians in all matters.
A.4 The Plebians
The plebians will consist of persons qualified according to the norms and standards of the club (see Section F) who have also attended a minimum of four meetings within the last 12 months. Plebians have the right to vote in all matters.
A.5 The Clientes
The Clientes will consist of persons who are qualified according to the norms and standards of the club (see Section F) but have not attended the required 4 meetings within the last 12 months. Clientes may vote in all matters but these:
a) In an Election
b) In any change to the Bylaws
c) For an Impeachment
A.5 Senators-for-Life
The Senators-for-Life will consist of former Triumvirate members who may share wisdom wherever it is needed. They are welcome to attend all meetings and events. If graduated, they may also attend State or National Conventions as Chaperones or as members of the WSCL.
A.6 Equites
The Equites will consist of former Members other than Senators-for-life. They are welcome to attend all meetings and events. If graduated, they may also attend State or National Conventions as Chaperones or as members of the WSCL.
A.7 The President
The President is the spearhead of the Triumvirate. He has the power to issue a Mandatum (see section B) in case of controversy. The ordinary work of the President is to direct the Club within the vision of the Sponsor. If there is any work to be delegated for one reason or another, it is the President’s job to take care of it by doing it or delegating it.
A.8 The Vice President
The Vice President is in charge of Spirit, and Outreach. The ordinary job of the Vice President is to head recruitment efforts and keep up and support the Spirit of the Club.
A.9 The Secretary/Treasurer
The Secretary/Treasurer is responsible for the taking of minutes and the keeping of the Treasury and any other communication which is required by the Triumvirate.
A.10 Ad Hoc Committees
Ad Hoc Committees may be created by the processes of section B for the purpose of advancing the mission of the Club. The President should appoint the members from the Plebians, the Triumvirate or the Moderator(s).
A.11 Non-executive Officers
Non-Executive officers are those that have no say in the Triumvirate, but have official duties. Positions and/or officers may be added by a Vote of all members of the Club present or absent (see Section B).
A.12 Historian
The Historian is the primary keeper of photographic records, digital and otherwise. It is the duty of the Historian to take pictures at all events, keep a scrapbook, and keep the Blog supplied with pictures. The Historian is a non-executive officer.
A.13 Tech-Coordinator/Blogger
The Tech-Coordinator/Blogger is responsible for the upkeep of the Blog, and for organizing any other technological needs of the Club. The Tech-Coordinator/Blogger is a non-executive officer.
A.14 Acting Officers
In the case that an officer is unable to perform his duties, an Acting Officer is appointed by the President to perform the duties of that officer until the President releases him. In the case that the officer in question is the President, the Vice President would temporarily assume the office of the President. The Acting President may then appoint a new Vice President.
Section B: The Vote and Mandatum
B.1 The Calling of a Vote
Should controversy arise in a regular meeting, the matter may be settled by a Vote. Any member can call a vote with the approval of the Sponsor.
B.2 The Power of a Vote
By means of a Vote any decisions concerning the Club may be made with this exception:
a) Sections A.1 and A.2 of the Bylaws may not be in any way changed.
B.3 The Process of a Vote
In case of a Vote, the votes of all members present are tallied. The proposal with the most votes is carried and will be implemented.
B.4 The Context of the Mandatum
Should controversy concerning the direction or running of the Club or meetings arise in the context of a Triumvirate Meeting, it may be settled by a Mandatum issued by the President with this exception:
a) The President may not issue a Mandatum concerning the mission of the Club.
B.5 The Power of a Mandatum
The President may decide anything concerning the direction of the Club or meetings by a Mandatum. This Mandatum must be obeyed by all members.
B.6 Quorum
In most cases, a quorum of 66% of the members is needed to call a vote. The Exceptions are these which require all members present and absent to have a vote:
a) In an Election
b) In any change to the Bylaws
c) For an Impeachment
B.7 Amendment of the Bylaws
A change in the Bylaws is only possible by a 66% majority Vote in accordance to Section B.6.
Section C: Elections and Depositions
C.1 The Time of Elections
The normal time for Elections is at the last Club meeting of the year.
C.2 The Power of Elections
Elections will determine which Club members will hold Triumvirate offices next year.
C.3 The Process of Elections
Speeches and Debates may be held on Election Day or via the Internet or E-mail. Time should be allotted for the Plebians to ask the Candidates questions. After this Elections are held as Votes with these exceptions:
a) A tied vote may not be settled by a Mandatum. In case of tie the winner is determined by a flip of a coin.
b) Votes should remain as confidential as possible.
C.4 Impeachment
By an 80% majority vote any member of the Triumvirate may be impeached. Elections should be held promptly.
C.5 Resignation
A member of the Triumvirate may resign from office at any time.
C.6 In Case of Impeachment or Resignation
In case of Resignation or Impeachment, an Acting Officer must be appointed according to Section A.14 until Elections are held.
Section D: The Treasury
D.1 Use of the Treasury
A decision concerning the use of the treasury funds are to be determined by unanimous consent of the Triumvirate in consultation with the Plebians and the Sponsor or by a vote by all members subject to the approval of the Sponsor. A Mandatum cannot be issued concerning fiscal management.
D.2 Sponsor’s Dues
The Club will pay the Sponsor’s yearly dues to the American Classical League.
Section E: Meetings
E.1 Regular Meetings
A Regular Meeting is one to which all members are invited and encouraged to attend.
E.2 Triumvirate Meetings
A Triumvirate meeting is one convened by the President to which only Triumvirate Members are invited and encouraged to attend. At least one other Triumvirate Member must be present.
E.3 The Meeting Process
The layout of any given Regular meeting will be determined by the Triumvirate upon consultation with and in light of the input of the Plebians and the Sponsor. The layout of any given Triumvirate Meeting will be determined by the President in light of the input of the other Triumvirate members.
E.4 Times and Locations
The times and locations of the Regular meetings will be determined by the Triumvirate in consultation with the Plebians and Sponsor. The times and locations of the Triumvirate Meetings will be determined by the Triumvirate.
Section F: The Dead Language Latin Club Norms and Standards
F. 1 Membership Qualifications
To become a Member of the Club, twelve U.S. dollars must be submitted as dues to the Sponsor. The applicant must be home schooled during the academic year in which membership is sought, in eighth grade or high school, and currently studying some form of the Classics with some Latin background. The home schooling status of the proposed member will be determined by the Sponsor.
F.2 Conduct Expectations
At meetings, no member is allowed to engage in disorderly conduct. Business Meetings, to the extent possible, will follow a modified version of parliamentary procedures as provided by the Sponsor. Disciplinary Action may only be enacted by Sponsor, parent or any legitimate Civil or Ecclesiastical Authority.
F.3 Catholicity
The Dead Language Latin Club is sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators; therefore its activities should directly or indirectly reflect the ideals of its patrons.
The Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators
Dead Language Latin Club
Bylaws
Sponsor: The Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators
Moderator: Robert Gotcher
President: Nathaniel Gotcher
Vice President: Lauren Zelinski
Secretary/Treasurer: Stephen Zambo
Approved by the Ad Hoc Bylaw Committee:
Edward Chien
Lauren Zelinski
Nathaniel Gotcher
Section A: Members
A.1 The Sponsor
The Sponsor of the Dead Language Latin Club is the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators. The Sponsor is represented for the purposes of the Club by the Moderator, who is selected by the Sponsor in whatever manner the Sponsor’s leadership sees fit.
A.2 The Moderator(s)
Anything and everything is subject to the approval of the Moderator(s) of the Dead Language Latin Club, who may do, regulate, change or otherwise make decisions about anything and everything concerning the Dead Language Latin Club.
A.3 The Triumvirate
The Triumvirate will consist of the President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer which constitute the Executive Committee of the Club. The Triumvirate may delegate work to the Plebians The Triumvirate ought to consult with and listen to the ideas and concerns of the Plebians in all matters.
A.4 The Plebians
The plebians will consist of persons qualified according to the norms and standards of the club (see Section F) who have also attended a minimum of four meetings within the last 12 months. Plebians have the right to vote in all matters.
A.5 The Clientes
The Clientes will consist of persons who are qualified according to the norms and standards of the club (see Section F) but have not attended the required 4 meetings within the last 12 months. Clientes may vote in all matters but these:
a) In an Election
b) In any change to the Bylaws
c) For an Impeachment
A.5 Senators-for-Life
The Senators-for-Life will consist of former Triumvirate members who may share wisdom wherever it is needed. They are welcome to attend all meetings and events. If graduated, they may also attend State or National Conventions as Chaperones or as members of the WSCL.
A.6 Equites
The Equites will consist of former Members other than Senators-for-life. They are welcome to attend all meetings and events. If graduated, they may also attend State or National Conventions as Chaperones or as members of the WSCL.
A.7 The President
The President is the spearhead of the Triumvirate. He has the power to issue a Mandatum (see section B) in case of controversy. The ordinary work of the President is to direct the Club within the vision of the Sponsor. If there is any work to be delegated for one reason or another, it is the President’s job to take care of it by doing it or delegating it.
A.8 The Vice President
The Vice President is in charge of Spirit, and Outreach. The ordinary job of the Vice President is to head recruitment efforts and keep up and support the Spirit of the Club.
A.9 The Secretary/Treasurer
The Secretary/Treasurer is responsible for the taking of minutes and the keeping of the Treasury and any other communication which is required by the Triumvirate.
A.10 Ad Hoc Committees
Ad Hoc Committees may be created by the processes of section B for the purpose of advancing the mission of the Club. The President should appoint the members from the Plebians, the Triumvirate or the Moderator(s).
A.11 Non-executive Officers
Non-Executive officers are those that have no say in the Triumvirate, but have official duties. Positions and/or officers may be added by a Vote of all members of the Club present or absent (see Section B).
A.12 Historian
The Historian is the primary keeper of photographic records, digital and otherwise. It is the duty of the Historian to take pictures at all events, keep a scrapbook, and keep the Blog supplied with pictures. The Historian is a non-executive officer.
A.13 Tech-Coordinator/Blogger
The Tech-Coordinator/Blogger is responsible for the upkeep of the Blog, and for organizing any other technological needs of the Club. The Tech-Coordinator/Blogger is a non-executive officer.
A.14 Acting Officers
In the case that an officer is unable to perform his duties, an Acting Officer is appointed by the President to perform the duties of that officer until the President releases him. In the case that the officer in question is the President, the Vice President would temporarily assume the office of the President. The Acting President may then appoint a new Vice President.
Section B: The Vote and Mandatum
B.1 The Calling of a Vote
Should controversy arise in a regular meeting, the matter may be settled by a Vote. Any member can call a vote with the approval of the Sponsor.
B.2 The Power of a Vote
By means of a Vote any decisions concerning the Club may be made with this exception:
a) Sections A.1 and A.2 of the Bylaws may not be in any way changed.
B.3 The Process of a Vote
In case of a Vote, the votes of all members present are tallied. The proposal with the most votes is carried and will be implemented.
B.4 The Context of the Mandatum
Should controversy concerning the direction or running of the Club or meetings arise in the context of a Triumvirate Meeting, it may be settled by a Mandatum issued by the President with this exception:
a) The President may not issue a Mandatum concerning the mission of the Club.
B.5 The Power of a Mandatum
The President may decide anything concerning the direction of the Club or meetings by a Mandatum. This Mandatum must be obeyed by all members.
B.6 Quorum
In most cases, a quorum of 66% of the members is needed to call a vote. The Exceptions are these which require all members present and absent to have a vote:
a) In an Election
b) In any change to the Bylaws
c) For an Impeachment
B.7 Amendment of the Bylaws
A change in the Bylaws is only possible by a 66% majority Vote in accordance to Section B.6.
Section C: Elections and Depositions
C.1 The Time of Elections
The normal time for Elections is at the last Club meeting of the year.
C.2 The Power of Elections
Elections will determine which Club members will hold Triumvirate offices next year.
C.3 The Process of Elections
Speeches and Debates may be held on Election Day or via the Internet or E-mail. Time should be allotted for the Plebians to ask the Candidates questions. After this Elections are held as Votes with these exceptions:
a) A tied vote may not be settled by a Mandatum. In case of tie the winner is determined by a flip of a coin.
b) Votes should remain as confidential as possible.
C.4 Impeachment
By an 80% majority vote any member of the Triumvirate may be impeached. Elections should be held promptly.
C.5 Resignation
A member of the Triumvirate may resign from office at any time.
C.6 In Case of Impeachment or Resignation
In case of Resignation or Impeachment, an Acting Officer must be appointed according to Section A.14 until Elections are held.
Section D: The Treasury
D.1 Use of the Treasury
A decision concerning the use of the treasury funds are to be determined by unanimous consent of the Triumvirate in consultation with the Plebians and the Sponsor or by a vote by all members subject to the approval of the Sponsor. A Mandatum cannot be issued concerning fiscal management.
D.2 Sponsor’s Dues
The Club will pay the Sponsor’s yearly dues to the American Classical League.
Section E: Meetings
E.1 Regular Meetings
A Regular Meeting is one to which all members are invited and encouraged to attend.
E.2 Triumvirate Meetings
A Triumvirate meeting is one convened by the President to which only Triumvirate Members are invited and encouraged to attend. At least one other Triumvirate Member must be present.
E.3 The Meeting Process
The layout of any given Regular meeting will be determined by the Triumvirate upon consultation with and in light of the input of the Plebians and the Sponsor. The layout of any given Triumvirate Meeting will be determined by the President in light of the input of the other Triumvirate members.
E.4 Times and Locations
The times and locations of the Regular meetings will be determined by the Triumvirate in consultation with the Plebians and Sponsor. The times and locations of the Triumvirate Meetings will be determined by the Triumvirate.
Section F: The Dead Language Latin Club Norms and Standards
F. 1 Membership Qualifications
To become a Member of the Club, twelve U.S. dollars must be submitted as dues to the Sponsor. The applicant must be home schooled during the academic year in which membership is sought, in eighth grade or high school, and currently studying some form of the Classics with some Latin background. The home schooling status of the proposed member will be determined by the Sponsor.
F.2 Conduct Expectations
At meetings, no member is allowed to engage in disorderly conduct. Business Meetings, to the extent possible, will follow a modified version of parliamentary procedures as provided by the Sponsor. Disciplinary Action may only be enacted by Sponsor, parent or any legitimate Civil or Ecclesiastical Authority.
F.3 Catholicity
The Dead Language Latin Club is sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators; therefore its activities should directly or indirectly reflect the ideals of its patrons.
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Bylaws
The Dead Language Latin Club
+Vinctrix causa diis placuit, sed victa Catoni+
Bylaws: Draft 2.1 7/19/06
Current staff:
Sponsor: Robert F. Gotcher, Ph.D.
President: Nathaniel Gotcher
Vice-President: Lauren Zelinski
Secretary-Treasurer: Stephen Zambo
Key to abbreviations:
DLLC=Dead Language Latin Club TC=Technology Coordinator
P=President PL=Ordinary member of the club (pl. PLS)
VP=Vice-President EC=Executive Committee
ST=Secretary-Treasurer SP=Sponsor
Section A: The Sponsor, Executive Committee and Ordinary Members
A.1 The Sponsor
Anything and everything is subject to the approval of the DLLC SP, who may do, regulate, change, or otherwise make decisions about anything and everything concerning the DLLC as he sees fit or chooses.
A.2 The Executive Committee
The EC will consist of the PR, VP, ST, and TC. Extra positions and/or officers may be added to the EC by a Mandatum (see Section B). Regulation of the DLLC is the ordinary prerogative of the EC, not the PLS. The EC should distribute work more or less evenly among itself and is free to delegate work to PLS (see Section A.7).
A.3 The Plebeians
The PLS will consist of persons who wish to join the DLLC and are qualified to do so according to current DLLC norms and standards (see Section F).
A.3 The President
The P is the spearhead of the EC. Should the processes of Section B fail for some reason, final decision in case of controversy is the prerogative of the P alone. The ordinary work of the P is to direct the DLLC within the vision of the SP. If there is, at any given time, an equal amount of work to be done between the three members of the EC, and more work arises that is not by nature peculiar to the roles of the VP or ST, it is the P’s responsibility to do that work.
A.4 The Vice-President
The VP is in charge of Spirit and Outreach. As such, he is the primary spokesman for the DLLC, and his ordinary work involves shaping the ethos of the club and attracting people to become a part of that ethos.
A.5 The Secretary-Treasurer
The ST is responsible for administerial work and keeping the treasury.
A.6 The Technology Coordinator
The TC is responsible for maintaining the DLLC weblog and executing other technological projects assigned by the EC.
A.7 Ad Hoc Committees
Ad Hoc committees may be created by Closed Vote (see Section B.4) for the purpose of advancing the Mission Statement of the DLLC.
A.8 Acting Officers
Acting officers (see Section C.6) hold all the responsibility and power of ordinary officers, with the exception that they only hold office until the P dismisses them.
Section B: The Mandatum
B.1 The Context of a Mandatum
Should a controversy arise concerning the direction of the DLLC, the P may decisively settle it by issuing a Mandatum.
B.2 The Power of a Mandatum
The P may, subject to the SP, decide anything concerning the direction of the DLLC by issuing a Mandatum. All PLS and members of the EC must obey the Mandatum.
B.3 In the Absence of the President
If the P is not present, the VC may issue a Mandatum. If the VC is not present, the ST and TC may jointly issue a Mandatum. If the ST and TC are not both present, or do not agree, all DLLC members may vote on the controversy. Each head is worth one vote. If the vote ties, voters may not be disposed of; the SP must be summoned. If the SP is not available, the matter should be decided intellectually; that is, he/she who demonstrates the best knowledge and understanding of the Classics should be authorized to issue a single Mandatum.
Section C: Elections and Depositions
C.1 The Time of Elections
Elections are ordinarily to be held on the last club meeting of the year.
C.2 The Power of Elections
Elections will determine which DLLC members hold EC offices for the next year.
C.3 The Process of Elections
Speeches and debates between candidates for position are ordinarily to be held on election day, although if all DLLC members have access to the internet, speeches may be sent via email prior to election day. The length and nature of speeches and/or debates may be regulated by the EC. Time should ordinarily be allotted for the PLS to ask the EC candidates questions. All this being done, elections proceed as votes in the absence of appropriate Mandatory Authority, with these exceptions:
a) A tied vote may not be settled by Mandatum
b) By appropriate method, votes should be kept as confidential as possible
C.4 Involuntary Deposition
By an vote of all current DLLC members, present or not present, any member of the EC may be deposed from office in a peaceable manner. An election for the vacant position should then be held promptly (See Section C.6).
C.5 Voluntary Deposition
A member of the EC may resign from office at any time under these conditions:
a) He/she gives at least two weeks notice before leaving office
b) He/she remains in office until the day after a DLLC meeting
C.6 In Case of Deposition
In case of deposition, an acting officer (see Section A.8) should be immediately appointed by the P to fulfill the duties of the deposed officer until an election can be held. However, if there is advance notification that a deposition may or will occur, arrangements should be made to hold an election before the departure of the officer, so that an acting officer will not be necessary.
Section D: The Treasury
D.1 Use of the Treasury
A decision concerning how treasury funds are to be used may be made by:
a) Unanimous consent of the EC
b) A vote of all DLLC members, present or not present
Section E: Meetings
E.1 The Meeting Process
The layout of any given meeting will be determined by the EC. However, the meeting plan should be created in such a way as to strive for excellence in the goals of the Three A’s (Academics, Ambiance, and ’Agiosity).
E.2 Meeting Times and Locations
The times and locations of meetings will be determined by the EC.
Section F: DLLC Norms and Standards
F.1 Membership Status
To become a member of the DLLC, ten U.S. dollars must be surrendered to the SP and the applicant must currently be pursuing study of some sort in the Classics and have some background in Latin.
F.2 Conduct Expectations
At meetings, no member is allowed to engage in disorderly conduct. In Wisconsin, someone who engages in disorderly conduct is “a person who engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, or otherwise disorderly conduct....” Disciplinary action may only be enacted by the SP, parents, or legitimate city, county, state, country, or international authority, with the exception of the United Nations.
F.3 Catholicity
The DLLC is sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators; therefore, its activities should directly or indirectly reflect the ideals of its patrons.
+Vinctrix causa diis placuit, sed victa Catoni+
Bylaws: Draft 2.1 7/19/06
Current staff:
Sponsor: Robert F. Gotcher, Ph.D.
President: Nathaniel Gotcher
Vice-President: Lauren Zelinski
Secretary-Treasurer: Stephen Zambo
Key to abbreviations:
DLLC=Dead Language Latin Club TC=Technology Coordinator
P=President PL=Ordinary member of the club (pl. PLS)
VP=Vice-President EC=Executive Committee
ST=Secretary-Treasurer SP=Sponsor
Section A: The Sponsor, Executive Committee and Ordinary Members
A.1 The Sponsor
Anything and everything is subject to the approval of the DLLC SP, who may do, regulate, change, or otherwise make decisions about anything and everything concerning the DLLC as he sees fit or chooses.
A.2 The Executive Committee
The EC will consist of the PR, VP, ST, and TC. Extra positions and/or officers may be added to the EC by a Mandatum (see Section B). Regulation of the DLLC is the ordinary prerogative of the EC, not the PLS. The EC should distribute work more or less evenly among itself and is free to delegate work to PLS (see Section A.7).
A.3 The Plebeians
The PLS will consist of persons who wish to join the DLLC and are qualified to do so according to current DLLC norms and standards (see Section F).
A.3 The President
The P is the spearhead of the EC. Should the processes of Section B fail for some reason, final decision in case of controversy is the prerogative of the P alone. The ordinary work of the P is to direct the DLLC within the vision of the SP. If there is, at any given time, an equal amount of work to be done between the three members of the EC, and more work arises that is not by nature peculiar to the roles of the VP or ST, it is the P’s responsibility to do that work.
A.4 The Vice-President
The VP is in charge of Spirit and Outreach. As such, he is the primary spokesman for the DLLC, and his ordinary work involves shaping the ethos of the club and attracting people to become a part of that ethos.
A.5 The Secretary-Treasurer
The ST is responsible for administerial work and keeping the treasury.
A.6 The Technology Coordinator
The TC is responsible for maintaining the DLLC weblog and executing other technological projects assigned by the EC.
A.7 Ad Hoc Committees
Ad Hoc committees may be created by Closed Vote (see Section B.4) for the purpose of advancing the Mission Statement of the DLLC.
A.8 Acting Officers
Acting officers (see Section C.6) hold all the responsibility and power of ordinary officers, with the exception that they only hold office until the P dismisses them.
Section B: The Mandatum
B.1 The Context of a Mandatum
Should a controversy arise concerning the direction of the DLLC, the P may decisively settle it by issuing a Mandatum.
B.2 The Power of a Mandatum
The P may, subject to the SP, decide anything concerning the direction of the DLLC by issuing a Mandatum. All PLS and members of the EC must obey the Mandatum.
B.3 In the Absence of the President
If the P is not present, the VC may issue a Mandatum. If the VC is not present, the ST and TC may jointly issue a Mandatum. If the ST and TC are not both present, or do not agree, all DLLC members may vote on the controversy. Each head is worth one vote. If the vote ties, voters may not be disposed of; the SP must be summoned. If the SP is not available, the matter should be decided intellectually; that is, he/she who demonstrates the best knowledge and understanding of the Classics should be authorized to issue a single Mandatum.
Section C: Elections and Depositions
C.1 The Time of Elections
Elections are ordinarily to be held on the last club meeting of the year.
C.2 The Power of Elections
Elections will determine which DLLC members hold EC offices for the next year.
C.3 The Process of Elections
Speeches and debates between candidates for position are ordinarily to be held on election day, although if all DLLC members have access to the internet, speeches may be sent via email prior to election day. The length and nature of speeches and/or debates may be regulated by the EC. Time should ordinarily be allotted for the PLS to ask the EC candidates questions. All this being done, elections proceed as votes in the absence of appropriate Mandatory Authority, with these exceptions:
a) A tied vote may not be settled by Mandatum
b) By appropriate method, votes should be kept as confidential as possible
C.4 Involuntary Deposition
By an vote of all current DLLC members, present or not present, any member of the EC may be deposed from office in a peaceable manner. An election for the vacant position should then be held promptly (See Section C.6).
C.5 Voluntary Deposition
A member of the EC may resign from office at any time under these conditions:
a) He/she gives at least two weeks notice before leaving office
b) He/she remains in office until the day after a DLLC meeting
C.6 In Case of Deposition
In case of deposition, an acting officer (see Section A.8) should be immediately appointed by the P to fulfill the duties of the deposed officer until an election can be held. However, if there is advance notification that a deposition may or will occur, arrangements should be made to hold an election before the departure of the officer, so that an acting officer will not be necessary.
Section D: The Treasury
D.1 Use of the Treasury
A decision concerning how treasury funds are to be used may be made by:
a) Unanimous consent of the EC
b) A vote of all DLLC members, present or not present
Section E: Meetings
E.1 The Meeting Process
The layout of any given meeting will be determined by the EC. However, the meeting plan should be created in such a way as to strive for excellence in the goals of the Three A’s (Academics, Ambiance, and ’Agiosity).
E.2 Meeting Times and Locations
The times and locations of meetings will be determined by the EC.
Section F: DLLC Norms and Standards
F.1 Membership Status
To become a member of the DLLC, ten U.S. dollars must be surrendered to the SP and the applicant must currently be pursuing study of some sort in the Classics and have some background in Latin.
F.2 Conduct Expectations
At meetings, no member is allowed to engage in disorderly conduct. In Wisconsin, someone who engages in disorderly conduct is “a person who engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, or otherwise disorderly conduct....” Disciplinary action may only be enacted by the SP, parents, or legitimate city, county, state, country, or international authority, with the exception of the United Nations.
F.3 Catholicity
The DLLC is sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Catholic Home Educators; therefore, its activities should directly or indirectly reflect the ideals of its patrons.
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