Local Chapter Organizations Eligibility for Recognition Twelve or more active members or an existing organization with at least twelve active members may petition the board of directors for recognition as a local chapter of the state association. Applications for chapter status will be available and must be submitted to the board of directors for approval. The board shall have the sole discretion in recognizing local chapters. The local chapter's bylaws must be consistent with those of the state association and only one chapter may exist in a single geographic area. Chapter Status A local chapter's charter may be revoked with cause provided the local chapter has had an opportunity for a hearing before the board.
Revocation requires a two-thirds vote of the members of the board of directors.
The board's decision is final and shall cancel all rights, interests or privileges of the recognized chapter in the regard to its affiliation with the state association. The state association will assist local chapters in various support functions by providing mailing lists and notices, announcing meetings in the state newsletter, offering training sessions for local officers and directors, and providing other general support services as requested. Local chapter officers, directors and committee members receive equivalent eligibility credits under the state association's voluntary professional certification program. To the extent applicable, local chapters may be covered under the state association' s legal status. Local chapters are responsible for their own financial affairs, however periodic reporting to the state association is required for informational purposes and to the extent required by applicable law.