Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps

“The corps shall have five classes of members, with subclasses where listed: a.active (1)full (2)probationary (3)junior members (4)exempt b.inactive c.charter d.adjunct e.honorary”

“All directors shall be elected by the general membership. All similar board positions shall run in the same election. All executive and operational officers shall be elected every year by the active members during the annual meeting and shall serve until their successor is elected and qualified, with the exception of the non-officer directors. Vacancies among such directors for any reason, may be filled by vote of a majority of the eligible voting members. Any or all of the directors may be removed for cause by a majority of the eligible voting membership, or may be removed without cause by 2/3 of the members present at a regular meeting of the members.”

“A budget shall be created by the board of directors for each fiscal year. The budget shall contain projected line item expenses and revenues, as well as reserve funds. The budget shall be approved by the members. All additions, modifications or amendments to the bylaws must be submitted to the members by the person or committee proposing. The proposal must be posted for at least one regular member meeting prior to the next regular meeting at which a vote will be taken. In order to approve any proposed change, two-thirds (2/3) of the members present must vote in favor thereof.”

“Copy submitted to officers for their review before filing.”

“The organization relies on its members to exercise their duties and responsibilities in the public interest of the inhabitants of the municipality served. The policy is reviewed at least annually with every member, director and officer.”

“UPON REQUEST.”

“Volunteers provide emergency care and transportation to sick and injured persons in our service area.”