BY-LAWS OF THE NEWMAR KOUNTRY KLUB
ARTICLE I
NAME
The name of this entity is the Newmar Kountry Klub, hereinafter called The Kountry Klub existing under the laws of the State of Indiana.
ARTICLE II
PURPOSE
The Kountry Klub is organized for the following purposes:
Section (1) Encourage and promote good fellowship through the use of recreational vehicles and camping among members.
Section (2) Promote the development of recreational vehicle facilities and the common good of recreational vehicle owners among its members and through cooperation with other appropriate organizations.
Section (3) Sponsor International, Regional, State/Provincial, Chapter meetings, rallies, special events, and caravans for its members.
Section (4) Provide a forum for the exchange of information dealing with recreational vehicles and to sponsor educational programs for their safe and courteous use on the highways and at campgrounds.
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(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
ARTICLE III
MEMBERSHIP & DUES
Section (1) The membership of the Kountry Klub shall consist of five classes of members:
(a) Class 1 Members shall be general members and shall be restricted to individuals or families owning or jointly owning any Newmar recreational vehicle whose application is subject to the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors. Class 1 Members shall have no ownership in any RV Dealership.
(b) Class 2 Members shall be Newmar Corporate members and shall be restricted to employees of Newmar Corporation, and their families, nominated for membership by Newmar Corporation, subject to the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors.
(c) Class 3 Members shall be Dealer members and shall be restricted to Newmar Corporation Dealers or employees of Newmar Corporation Dealers who meet the requirements of Class 1 membership, subject to the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors. A member who has ownership in any dealer of Newmar Corporation shall hold no office in the Kountry Klub, whether elected or appointed, at any level. Class 3 membership shall terminate automatically if these members cease to be an authorized Newmar Corporation Dealer.
(d) Class 4 Members shall be Honorary members and shall be restricted to former Kountry Klub members who no longer own a recreational vehicle and which the Kountry Klub Board of Directors wish to honor for exceptional service to the Kountry Klub. Class 4 members shall hold no office in the Kountry Klub, whether elected or appointed, at any level. Class 4 membership shall terminate automatically if these members acquire ownership in a recreational vehicle of some other brand.
(e) Class 5 Members shall be Associate members and shall be restricted to former Kountry Klub members who no longer own or have the ability to use their recreational vehicle but want to continue as members. Class 5 members shall hold no office in the Kountry Klub, whether elected or appointed, at any level. Class 5 membership must pay appropriate dues to the Kountry Klub and to any chapter of which they are members. Class 5 membership shall terminate automatically if these members acquire ownership in a recreational vehicle of some other brand.
Section (2) All Class 1 and Class 2 Members shall be entitled to a maximum of two (2) votes at all membership meetings. For the purpose of this section, all members of the family or joint owners of a Newmar recreational vehicle shall receive a maximum of two votes at all meetings of the membership. Class 3, Class 4, and Class 5 membership shall have no vote at any meeting.
Section (3) No membership shall be transferable except in the event of the death of a member leaving a husband or wife surviving, in which case the membership shall automatically pass to such husband or wife.
Section (4) Membership shall automatically terminate if a member ceases to own a Newmar recreational vehicle. Membership in any class may be suspended or terminated, by the majority action of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors, for any activity deemed detrimental to the Kountry Klub. Membership shall terminate automatically if dues are not paid in full within thirty days of the date due. If membership is terminated for any reason, there shall be no dues refund.
Section (5) Members of the Kountry Klub may become members of any local Kountry Klub Chapter.
Section (6) To join a local Kountry Klub Chapter, one must be an active member of the International Kountry Klub.
Section (7) Dues shall be set from time to time by the Kountry Klub Board of Directors for membership in the International Kountry Klub. Membership shall be for one (1) year or 3 years as the Board of Directors may set. Kountry Klub Chapter membership dues shall be established by their respective Officers, a vote of the chapter membership and approved by the appropriate Regional Director.
Section (8) Life Member: Should a life member sell their Newmar unit, they will automatically become an inactive member. They may purchase the Kountry Klub magazine by contacting the Kountry Klub Office each calendar year.
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(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
ARTICLE IV
ORGANIZATION
Section (1) The Kountry Klub shall be organized in the manner deemed most likely, by the Board of Directors, to accomplish the purposes of the Corporation. The organization shall include the International Kountry Klub, its Board of Directors, International Directors and Members-At-Large.
Section (2) The International Directors shall be appointed by the Kountry Klub Board of Directors and shall be responsible for the organization and supervision of the various regions. No term limit. At Newmar Corporation’s discretion, the candidate for the position of the International Directors may or may not be an employee of the Newmar Corporation. The International Directors shall appoint Region Directors for each of the Regions and each such appointment shall be approved by the Kountry Klub Board of Directors. State/Provincial Directors shall be appointed, with prior approval of the International Directors, by the Region Directors within whose Region that State/Province lies. The International Directors shall have no ownership in or employment with any RV Dealer.
Section (3) Members-At-Large are elected into office by the general membership. Elected member is also a member of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors, representing all of the members. Term of office is three years. Members who intend to compete for the position must file notice with the International Directors prior to the established deadline. This deadline will be announced for 2 months prior to the cutoff date. Former International Directors cannot follow their term as International Directors as a candidate for the position of Board Member-at-Large until their replacement has completed their term of office as International Directors or 3 years has taken place, whichever comes first. The Members-At-Large will be determined by the candidate receiving the most votes on the first ballot. Should the Members-At-Large not complete the full term of office, the Kountry Klub Board of Directors shall appoint a member to serve in this capacity until a new election can be held at an appropriate time. The Members-At-Large shall have no ownership in or employment with any RV Dealer.
Section (4) The Kountry Klub Board of Directors shall, from time to time, set policy and organizational requirements for all Region, State/Provincial and local Kountry Klub Chapters. All Kountry Klub Chapters shall submit a proposed plan of organization to the International Directors, who shall be responsible for the review and approval of each plan.
Section (5) The day-to-day management and leadership of the Kountry Klub shall be the responsibility of the International Directors who shall have control over the affairs of the Kountry Klub, subject to these By-Laws and the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors.
Revised: 08/21/2017 | I – 1.3
(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
ARTICLE V
INTERNATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section (1) The general affairs of the Kountry Klub shall be controlled by a Board of Directors consisting of up to seven (7) members.
Section (2) Up to five members of the Board may be selected and appointed by Newmar Corporation. The sixth member shall be the International Director. The seventh member shall be the elected Member-At-Large.
Section (3) The Board of Directors shall select and appoint the International Director, who shall also serve as a member of the Board. The Board of Directors will meet and elect a Board President, Vice-President, and Recording Secretary.
Section (4) The Board of Directors may hold meetings at such time and places as it deems proper. A majority of the members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum and may conduct business. All actions by the Board shall require a majority vote of the Directors present. Minutes will be kept and distributed to those not present for information purposes.
Section (5) The Board of Directors may establish such committees as it, from time to time, deems appropriate and invest such committees with all appropriate authority. By way of illustration and not limitation, these committees may include: an executive committee, a nominating committee, an admissions committee, an information and education committee, and a government and legislative affairs committee.
Revised: 07/15/2020 (Article V Section 2 Corrected on 05/09/2022) | I – 1.4
(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
ARTICLE VI
MEETINGS
Section (1) Membership meetings shall consist of an annual meeting and any special meetings, which may be required. The time and place for the annual meeting shall be set by the Board of Directors and at least 30 days notice shall be provided to the membership. Special Kountry Klub meetings may be called at the direction of a majority of the Board of Directors or 25 percent of the Kountry Klub members. International Rally dates and location shall be selected by the International Directors with the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors.
Section (2) At all meetings the order of business shall be as follows:
(a) Read the minutes of the immediate prior meeting for information and approval.
(b) Reports of officers and International Directors.
(c) Reports of committees.
(d) Old business.
(e) New business.
(f) Proposal of business from the floor.
Section (3) Unless specified otherwise, all meetings shall be conducted by the rules of parliamentary practice as contained in Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised Edition.
ARTICLE VII
AMENDMENTS
Proposed amendments to these By-Laws shall be submitted to the Kountry Klub Board of Directors in writing and must be approved by a majority of the Directors present at a legal and duly called meeting of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors.
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(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
REGIONS, STATES/PROVINCES & CHAPTERS
ARTICLE I
RULES
Section (1) Kountry Klub International By-Laws shall apply to all Region, State/Province, and Chapter actions in addition to any and all By-Laws contained within the sections pertaining to Regions, State/Provinces, and Chapters.
ARTICLE II
MEMBERSHIP AND DUES
Section (1) Membership in the International Kountry Klub shall be a pre-requisite to membership in any Kountry Klub Chapter.
Section (2) Any International Kountry Klub member may join one or more Chapters. Chapter membership dues shall be established by the Chapter Officers, a vote of the chapter membership and approved by the Region Director. Chapter membership dues shall be for a period of one calendar year and shall expire at a time determined by the Chapter Officers. All Chapters shall be financially self-supporting.
Section (3) State/Provincial Directors and Chapters shall submit a Financial Report once a year. Date and details shall be determined by the International Directors.
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ARTICLE III
ORGANIZATION
Section (1) Kountry Klub Officers are as follows:
International Directors
Region Directors
State/Provincial Directors
Chapter Officers
Section (2) Region Directors shall be appointed by the International Directors with the approval of the Kountry Klub Board of Directors. There is a minimum term limit of three years, with one-year extensions at the discretion of the International Directors. Region Directors must be a resident of the appointed region. If a Region Director does not complete the term of office, the International Directors may appoint another member as Directors for the remainder of their term. The Region Directors may not have ownership in or be an employee of any RV dealer.
Section (3) State/Provincial Directors shall be appointed by the Region Directors with prior approval by the International Directors. State/Provincial Directors must be a resident of the State or Province appointed. There is no term limit, however, State Directors will be appointed for a one-year term, to be extended at the discretion of the Regional Directors. If a State/Provincial Directors does not complete their term of office, the Region Directors may appoint another director, with approval of the International Directors. State/Provincial Directors may not have ownership in or be an employee of any RV dealer.
Section (4) Chapters shall be composed of International Kountry Klub members for the purpose of local enjoyment and involvement. Six or more International Kountry Klub members shall be required to start a Kountry Klub Chapter. Chapter Officers shall consist of a President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. Office may be separate or combined for Secretary/Treasurer. Officers shall be elected for a one-year term and may be re-elected. Chapters may elect or appoint additional officers if they so desire. Each State/Province can have one or more Chapters.
Revised: 08/21/2017 | I – 2.1
(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
ARTICLE IV
RALLIES & MEETINGS
Section (1) Each Region shall have one or more rallies per year, under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Region Directors for that Region. Dates, location, and cost of Region Rallies shall be determined by the Region Directors with the approval of the International Directors.
Section (2) Each State/Province shall have one or more rallies per year, under the jurisdiction and supervision of the State/Provincial Directors. Dates, location, and cost of State/Provincial Rallies shall be determined by the State/Provincial Directors with approval of their Region Directors.
Section (3) Each Chapter shall have one rally/meeting per month when possible. All meetings shall be conducted by the rules of parliamentary practice as contained in Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised Edition. Rally/Meeting dates must be approved by State/Provincial Directors.
ARTICLE V
ADVISORY BOARD
Section (1) The Region Directors shall serve as advisors to the International Directors. Recommendations for changes to Kountry Klub Policy shall be submitted to International Directors in writing.
ARTICLE VI
AMENDMENTS
Proposed amendments to these By-Laws shall be submitted to the Kountry Klub Board of Directors in writing and must be approved by a majority of the Directors present at a legal and duly called meeting of the Board of Directors
Revised: 08/21/2017 | I – 2.2
(By-Laws of the Newmar Kountry Klub)
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