THE ARTISANS LEAGUE
BYLAWS
ARTICLE I – Name and Objectives
Section A—Name: The name of this organization shall be the Artisans League,
hereinafter referred to as the League.
Section B—Objectives:
1. To promote the development of original art forms among the membership.
2. To encourage and support artistic expression.
3. To promote ethical principles and practices pertaining to the production of art.
4. To provide art exhibits by the members, open to the public.
5. To promote art educational programs in Trilogy at Vistancia.
6. To provide a studio to members on a routine basis.
7. Support and promote inclusion for artisans at all skill levels.
ARTICLE II—Meetings
Section A—General Meetings: General membership meetings will be held quarterly.
Minutes will be available on the League’s website.
Section B—Board of Directors Meetings: The Board will hold quarterly meetings,
prior to each general membership meeting. Board meeting minutes will be made
available on the website after approval. Special meetings may be called by the
President or other Board member. A quorum, consisting of a majority of Board
members, must be present to conduct business.
ARTICLE III—Membership
Section A—Eligibility: Membership is open to all Trilogy at Vistancia residents in
good standing with the Trilogy at Vistancia Homeowners Association, without
discrimination as to race, religion, ethnic culture, sexual orientation, gender
expression, age, disability, marital status, national heritage, or any other protected
class.
Section B—Club Year: Membership year runs from January 1 through December 31.
Section C—Guest Privileges: A guest is defined as a person who attends a club
meeting or other function but is not a club member. Attendance is open to all residents
of Trilogy at Vistancia first and surrounding communities when space is available.
Section D—Dues: The Board may establish dues subject to approval by a majority
vote of members. The dues may not be changed without written notice at least ten
days prior to the date the vote will be conducted.
ARTICLE IV—BOARD AND COMMITTEES
Section A—Board of Directors: The Board of Directors shall be comprised of the
Officers and Standing Committee Chairs.
Section B—Officers and Directors:
1. The League shall have elected officers: President, President-elect, Past President,
Secretary, and Treasurer.
2. Additional members of the Board shall include the Past President and Chairs of the
Communications, Art Exhibitions, and Programming Committees. These will be appointed positions.
Section C—Duties:
1. The President shall preside at all Board and General Membership meetings and
oversee operations of the League.
2. The President-elect shall perform the duties of the President in
his/her absence and serve as liaison to the Programming Committee.
3. The Secretary shall record the minutes of all General Membership and Board
Meetings.
4. The Treasurer shall be responsible for the deposit and disbursement of the League’s
funds, provide financial reports for Board and general membership meetings, and post
financial reports on the League website.
5. The Communications Committee Chair shall be responsible for maintaining the
League’s website in a timely and accurate manner and for dissemination of club
information to the community.
6. The Art Exhibitions Committee Chair shall be responsible for the organization and
implementation of League art exhibitions.
7. The Programming Committee Chair shall be responsible for the organization and
execution of League workshops and classes.
Section D—Elections:
1. In February, the President shall appoint a Nominating Committee consisting of
three active members.
2. In March, the Nominating Committee shall submit to the membership a slate of
officers. At the Spring membership meeting, members will be invited to make further
nominations. Any member in good standing may nominate another member for an
officer position or may offer to have his/her name placed in nomination for any office.
3. Elections will be held electronically annually after the Spring Arts and Crafts
Show.
4. Terms will be staggered, so that the Board will consist of new and existing Board
members. The President will automatically advance to Past President. The President-
Elect will automatically advance to President. The President-Elect will be elected
annually. In even numbered years, the Treasurer will be elected for a two-year term.
the President and Vice President will be elected. In odd numbered years, the Secretary
and Treasurer will be elected for a two-year term. Members may be reelected.
5. Officers will be installed in May.
Section E—Committees:
1. There will be three Standing Committees: Communications, Art Exhibitions and
Programming. Standing Committee Chairs will be appointed by the Board for two-
year terms and will serve as voting members of the Board.
2. The Board may create additional ad hoc committees or task forces as deemed
necessary. Committee chairs are responsible for securing additional members to serve
as necessary.
Section F—Vacancies: In the event any officer or standing committee chair is unable
to serve a full term, a replacement will be appointed by the Board.
Section G— Responsibilities: The Board shall direct and supervise the
administration and management of the League. Board members are expected to attend
all Board, general meetings, and any special meetings.
Section H— Authority: The Board shall have the authority to create standing rules
and procedures not in conflict with the Trilogy Homeowners Association Rules or
these Bylaws. The Board shall have the authority to make decisions regarding all club
activities that operate within the standing rules and procedures of the club and do not
conflict with the Trilogy Homeowners Association rules or bylaws.
Section I—Decisions of the Board: All decisions requiring a vote of the Board are
made by simple majority vote. In the event of a tie, the President shall have the tie-
breaking vote.
ARTICLE V: Bylaws Governance, Approval and Amendment
Section A—Governance: These Bylaws shall serve as the governing rules for the
Artisans League.
Section B—Compliance: These Bylaws intend to willfully comply with all federal
and state laws and the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) governing documents. In the
event of a conflict between these Bylaws and the HOA’s documents or rules, the latter
shall prevail.
Section C—Amendments: These Bylaws may be amended, in whole or in part, by
vote of the membership. Amendments shall be submitted to the members
electronically. A two-week period will be allowed for review after which a vote will
be taken electronically. Approval requires a simple majority of all votes received.
Certified as approved by vote of the general membership
Signed: _______________________________________Date:_________________
Secretary
The Artisan League