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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hey NFB Family and Friends,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please find below the amended Constitution from the Peninsula Chapter of the NFBV.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>As some may be aware, our national office is collecting the constitutions of all chapters and divisions. Unfortunately, we were unable to find the Peninsula Chapter’s constitution anywhere. As a result, we simply reworked the model chapter constitution for the specifics of the chapter while integrating some updated guidance from our national Membership Committee. The constitution has been reviewed by President Soforenko and First Vice President Halverson. At the board of directors meeting on Saturday, the Board of directors needs to provide approval. We are providing it in advance so it does not need to be read at the Board meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Uricka Harrison, Chapter President<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE I. NAME<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'> The name of this organization shall be the Peninsula Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE II. PURPOSE<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>The purpose of the Peninsula Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia shall be to advance the general welfare of the blind of the Peninsula area of the state of Virginia, and of the nation; to function as an integral part of the National Federation of the Blind; to serve as a vehicle for collective action by the blind of the Peninsula area; to operate as a mechanism through which the blind and interested sighted persons can come together to plan and carry out programs to improve the quality of life of the blind; to provide a means of collective action for parents of blind children; to forward the interests of blind students and provide them with a means of joint action and expression; to promote the vocational, cultural, and social advancement of the blind; to achieve the integration of the blind into society on a basis of equality with the sighted; and to take any other action which will improve the overall condition and standard of living of the blind.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE III. MEMBERSHIP<o:p></o:p></h2><h3><span class=Heading3Char><span style='font-weight:normal'>Section One - Active Members</span><o:p></o:p></span></h3><p class=MsoNormal>At least a majority of the active members of the Peninsula chapter must be blind. Any person may become an active member of the Peninsula chapter by a majority vote of the members present and voting at any regular business meeting, and shall have the right to vote, serve on committees, speak on the floor, and hold office. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Section Two- Membership Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Pay dues each year.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Continue to commit to the NFB Pledge.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Participate actively in at least one significant activity of the organization during the year. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>New members must be voted in by the membership. All members must remain in good standing. Failure to remain in good standing or to pay dues for two consecutive years will result in the need for an affirmative vote to be taken to restore membership rights and privileges.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The determination of good standing is set by the membership and should, at a minimum, be what is outlined in the organization's code of conduct.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h3><span class=Heading3Char><span style='font-weight:normal'>Section Three - Affiliation </span><o:p></o:p></span></h3><p class=MsoNormal>Membership in the Peninsula chapter automatically establishes membership in the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia and the National Federation of the Blind. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span class=Heading3Char><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Section Four - Expulsion <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Any member may be expelled for violation of this Constitution or for conduct unbecoming to a member of the Federation by a majority vote of the active members present and voting at any regular business meeting of the Peninsula chapter. The state convention of this organization may reinstate any member who has been expelled unless such expulsion has been confirmed by the National Convention or by the Board of Directors of the National Federation of the Blind, in which event the person may not be reinstated except by the National Convention or by the National Board. Any person who feels that he/she has been unjustly expelled from the Peninsula chapter may appeal to the Board of Directors of the National Federation of the Blind, which may (in its discretion) consider the matter and make a binding decision. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE IV. OFFICERS AND THEIR DUTIES<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>There shall be elected bi-annually a President, a Vice President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. a delegate and an alternate delegate shall also be elected for chapter representation on the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia Board of Directors. The terms of these officers shall begin at the close of the meeting at which they are elected. Officers shall be elected by a majority vote of the active members who are present and voting. Election shall be by voice vote, standing vote, show of hands, or roll call vote unless at least four-fifths of the active members who are present and voting decide that a secret ballot shall be used. There shall be no proxy voting. If no nominee receives a majority vote on the first ballot, the name of the person receiving the fewest votes shall be dropped from the list of nominees, and a second ballot shall be taken. This procedure shall continue until one of the nominees has received a majority vote from the active members present and voting. The duties of each officer shall be those ordinarily associated with that office. The President, the Vice President, and a majority of the Officers must be blind.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE V. BOARD OF DIRECTORS<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>The Board of Directors of this organization shall consist of the (4) constitutional officers and (2) additional members. The (2) Board Members shall be elected at the same time and in the same manner as that prescribed for the election of officers. The Board shall meet at the call of the President or on written call signed by any (3) of the Board Members. The Board shall advise the President and shall have charge of the affairs of the organization between meetings. At least a majority of the members of the Board must be present at any meeting to constitute a quorum to transact business. The Board may be polled by telephone or mail ballot on any questions. A majority of the Board must be blind.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE VI. MEETINGS<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>Section One - Regular Meetings <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Peninsula chapter shall hold monthly meetings at a time and place to be determined by the membership. At least 5 active members must be present to constitute a quorum to transact business. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Section Two - Special Meetings <br>The President of the Peninsula chapter may call a special meeting of the body at any time he/she, or a majority of the Board of Directors, deems such action to be necessary. At such special meeting at least 5 active members must be present to constitute a quorum to transact business. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE VII. COMMITTEES<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>The President may appoint such committees as he/she or the organization deems necessary. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE VIII. AFFILIATION<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>The Peninsula Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia shall be an affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, and the National Federation of the Blind and shall furnish to the President of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia annually, on or before January 1, a list of the names and addresses of its members and elected officers. A copy of the Constitution of the Peninsula Chapter and of all amendments to the Constitution shall be sent for review to the President of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia and the National Federation of the Blind without delay. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Peninsula Chapter shall not merely be a social organization, but shall formulate programs and actively work to promote the economic and social betterment of the blind. The Peninsula chapter shall comply with the provisions of the Constitution of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia and the provisions of the contract appearing on the back of the Charter of Affiliation issued to state affiliates by the National Federation of the Blind. Policy decisions of the National Federation of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia (whether made by the National Convention or the National Board of Directors or the State Convention or the State Board of Directors) are binding on the Peninsula chapter, and the Peninsula chapter shall participate affirmatively in carrying out such policy decisions. As a condition of affiliation, it is agreed by the Peninsula chapter that the National Federation of the Blind (whether by action of the National Convention or the National Board or the State Convention or State Board) has the power to expel or discipline an individual member and to expel or reorganize a state affiliate or local chapter. In the event of reorganization, the assets of the Peninsula chapter shall belong to the reorganized chapter or if no reorganization occurs for a period of two years, to the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, and the former chapter shall dissolve and cease to exist. The name National Federation of the Blind, Federation of the Blind, or any variant thereof is the property of the National Federation of the Blind; and the Peninsula chapter, if it ceases to be a part of the National Federation of the Blind, (for whatever reason) shall forfeit the right to use the name National Federation of the Blind, Federation of the Blind, or any variant thereof. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE IX. DUES<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoListParagraph style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The membership year must align to calendar year, from January 1 - December 31. The </span>dues of the Peninsula chapter shall be $12 per year, payable each January.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:6.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:27.35pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]> The Peninsula Chapter shall forward $1 per year to the treasurer of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia for each member. No one may vote who is delinquent in the payment of his/her dues. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE X. DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>The funds of the Peninsula chapter shall be deposited in a bank to be selected by the Treasurer with the approval of the President. If the members so vote, the Treasurer shall be bonded. All financial obligations of this organization shall be discharged by check, issued on written order of the President, and signed by the Treasurer and president. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE XI. DISSOLUTION<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>In the event of the dissolution of the Peninsula chapter, or if (for whatever reason) it ceases to be an affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, its assets shall be given to the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia to be held in trust for a reorganized chapter in the area. In the event that no chapter is reorganized in the area for a period of two (2) years from the date this organization ceases to be an affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia the assets become the property of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>ARTICLE XII. AMENDMENTS<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal>This Constitution may be amended at any regular meeting of the Peninsula chapter by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the active members present and voting, provided the proposed amendment has been submitted in writing and read at a previous business session and provided it is in compliance with the provisions of the Charter of Affiliation received by the state affiliate from the National Federation of the Blind and with the policies of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia and the National Federation of the Blind. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>Adopted: January 12, 2021</span></i><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#222222'><br>Peace,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Jacki Bruce<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Corresponding Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia<br><a href="mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="tel:(757)291-1789" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>tel:(757)291-1789</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="http://www.nfb.org/" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>www.nfb.org</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="http://www.nfbv.org/" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>www.nfbv.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Follow us on Twitter @NFBVirginia<br>Find us on Facebook @NationalFederationoftheBlindofVirginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Live the life you want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#222222'>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>