PIDO By-Laws

ARTICLE I - NAME

Section 1. The name of this organization shall be Point Isabel Dog Owners Association and Friends, also known as PIDO

ARTICLE II - PURPOSE

Section 1. Point Isabel Dog Owners Association and Friends (PIDO) is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The association is dedicated to maintaining the off-leash status and preserving the natural environment at Point Isabel Shoreline Park, and, if appropriate, to support the development and use of other off-leash park areas. Part of PIDO's mission includes working with other dog-oriented organizations, promoting canine good citizenship through obedience training and preventing cruelty to canines

Section 2. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Articles, the association shall not carry on any other activities not to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from Federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law) or (b) by an organization contributions to which are deductible under 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law).

ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. Membership in PIDO is open to all who agree with the purpose of the organization and pay an initial membership fee. Fund raising and membership dues will be determined by the Executive Board.

ARTICLE IV - EXECUTIVE BOARD

Section 1. Members. The Executive Board shall consist of the officers of the organization and no more than four members at large.

Section 2. The officers shall be a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer and Park Liaison.

Section 3. Qualifications. An officer or member of the Executive Board must be a member of PIDO who supports the purpose of the organization.

Section 4. Terms of office. Board members shall serve a term of two years. Three unexcused absences from regular Board meetings during their term of office may constitute resignation. Vacancies created by resignations will be filled by vote of the Executive Board.

Section 5. Elections. The Nominating Committee will submit a slate of officers or any member of PIDO may nominate persons for office during the month of October. If two or more names are nominated for the same position, an election meeting of the general membership will be held. The new board will be introduced at PIDO's Annual Meeting with their term beginning on December 1.

Section 6. Powers. The Executive Board shall have charge of the money and business of PIDO with the power and authority to manage and conduct same. Any member of PIDO may make his/her concerns known and ask for Board action.

ARTICLE V. OFFICERS

Section 1. Chairperson. The Chairperson shall preside at meetings and, with the concurrence of the Executive Board, implement the policies of PIDO which have been adopted by the Board. He/she may delegate tasks required to fulfill our purpose to other members of the Board and members of PIDO. In case of tie votes, the Chairperson will cast the deciding vote.

Section 2. Vice-Chairperson. The Vice Chairperson acts in place of the Chairperson and will carry out special assignments.

Section 3. Secretary. The Secretary shall keep the minutes of both Executive Board meetings and general meetings and shall maintain a file of minutes of meetings, correspondence and other items relevant to PIDO business. If designated by the Chairperson, the Secretary will carry on the correspondence of the organization.

Section 4. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall be responsible for the funds of the organization and expend same under the direction of the Executive Board. The Treasurer will present written financial reports at Board meetings and is authorized to reimburse documented expenses incurred in PIDO business. Two signatures are required on all checks.

Section 5. Park Liaison. This person is responsible for communic- ation between PIDO and the park administration, including attendance at appropriate meetings and any activities concerning PIDO's relationship with the park administration and the park rangers.

Section 6. Representatives at Large. Representatives at large are responsible for accomplishing an appointed task, to offer their opinions and understandings to the Executive Board and to be of overall assistance to the operation of PIDO.

ARTICLE VI. MEETINGS, QUORUMS AND NOTICES
Section 1. General membership meetings. Meetings of the general membership shall be called when a) the Executive Board decides it is necessary, b) members ask the Chairperson for such a meeting or c) more than two individuals are running for an office.

Section 2. Ten days notice shall be given for all Executive Board meetings except in an emergency. Ten days notice shall be given for all General Membership meetings.

Section 3. A quorum for general membership meetings shall be 10% of the members or twenty (20) members whichever is the smaller number.

Section 4. Executive Board meetings shall be held on a regular basis. Special meetings can be held at the discretion of the Chairperson or if asked for by a member of the Executive Board.

Section 5. Quorums of Executive Board meetings shall be whatever number constitutes a majority.

ARTICLE VII - FINANCES

Section 1. All dues and donations collected will be used to carry out PIDO business.

Section 2. Fund raising events or donation drives can be held when necessary to meet our obligations or for special projects.

ARTICLE VIII - AMENDMENTS

Section 1. These Bylaws may be amended by a) a two-thirds vote of of the membership whose ballots shall be sent by mail, or by b) a two-thirds vote of the Executive Board and notice shall be given to the membership of the proposed changes. If not objected to by a majority of the membership, the Executive Board vote will prevail. If the majority of the membership opposes the changes, a vote shall be held and whichever amendments receive a plurality of the votes will be adopted.

ARTICLE IX - DISSOLUTION

Section 1. Upon winding up and dissolution of this association, after paying or adequately providing for the debts and obligations of the association, the remaining assets shall be distributed to a non-profit fund, foundation, or corporation which is organized and operated exclus- ively for charitable, educational, religious, and or scientific purposes and which has established its tax exempt status under section 510(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

ARTICLE IX - RULES OF ORDER

Section 1. The rules of parliamentary procedure comprised in Roberts Rules of Order Revised shall govern the transaction of all business herein provided.

Revised 3/30/2000

ADDENDUM TO THE BY-LAWS

ARTICLE 1. Point Isabel Dog Owners and Friends Association is a non-profit Association formed to maintain the environment of Point Isabel Regional Shoreline Park and thus protect the off leash status of dogs. No individual member will derive profit therefrom.

ARTICLE 2. No substantial part of the activities of this organization shall consist of carrying on propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate or intervene in any political campaign (including the publishing or distribution of statements) on behalf of any candidate for public office,

ARTICLE 3. The property of this organization is irrevocably dedicated to charitable purposes and no part of the net income or assets of this organization shall inure to the benefit of any director, officer or member thereof or to the benefit of any private persons.

Added 5/10/2000