Source: http://varna-design.com/en/statute/
Timestamp: 2019-04-20 06:18:06+00:00

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Art. 1. / 1 /This statute settles the structure, activity, existence and termination of a legal entity non-profit association of public benefit “Varna Design Forum”.
/ 2 / The Association holds all the rights and obligations which are not related to the natural qualities of individuals – members of the association.
/ 3 / The Association is established for the public benefit, and can not be converted into an association for private benefit.
Art. 2. / 1 / The name of the association: Association “Varna Design Forum” (VDF).
/ 2 / In English the name of the association is displayed Association “Varna Design Forum” (VDF).
Art. 3. / 1 / The seat of the association is: Bulgaria, Varna.
/ 2 / The address of the association is: Varna Municipality Odesos Square “Musala” № 2.
Art. 4. The association was established indefinitely.
Art. 5. / 1 / The Association was established to support the aspiration of the city to assert its authority in the cultural and economic mainstream of Bulgaria, the Black Sea region and the world.
9. Bringing together the efforts of relevant international organizations in the region to implement socially beneficial cultural causes.
3. Promoting social integration and personal realization.
/ 2 / The Association may make additional economic activity, if connected to the main activity for which it is registered and by useing the proceeds to carry out the purposes specified in this Statute.
/ 3 / The business of the association is subject to the terms and conditions determined by the law governing the relevant type of business.
/ 4 / The execution and control over the economic activities are the responsibility of the Board of the Association.
/ 5 / The Association does not distribute profits.
Article 8. The object of the association is in line with the objectives of the association and as provided for in this Statute means to achieve them, including any lawful transactions / excluding those for which the law requires a particular organizational form or special licensing /.Subject of activity is Design in its pragmatic and didactic purpose, reflected in all its typological types related to the city – architectural environment design, architecture, graphic design, landscape design, industrial design and aspects of their role in assisting and formulation initiatives to improve the urban and natural environment of the city for the benefit of citizens and visitors.
/ 2 / Membership in the Association may be full, associate and honorary.
Entitled to full membership are individuals who meet the requirements of Art. 9/1 /. In the absence of the required professional experience individuals are entitled to associate membership, which is then transformed into a full collection of the required experience.
/ 3 / The Associates participate in all activities and events of the association. Associate members are entitled to attend the general meeting without voting aloud.
/ 4 / The status of honorary members can get outstanding individuals with many years of contributions to the cultural development of the city and the region.
Honorary members are entitled to full members, but are exempt from the admission fee and annual dues.
Art. 10. / 1 / The candidate for membership of the Association shall submit a written application to the Chairman of the Board declaring the adoption of the articles of association, mentioning the type of membership applied for and the relevant documents. Membership is obtained by a decision of the Board taken by a majority of two thirds of all members. In case of refusal rejected candidate may refer the matter to the General Assembly, which will make the final decision.
/ 2 / The Associates shall submit a written request to the Board to transform associate membership in full by the relevant documents certifying that the conditions of art. 9, 1. The full membership is acquired by a decision of the Board taken by a majority of two thirds of all members. In case of refusal, the rejected candidate may refer the matter to the General Assembly, which will make the final decision.
/ 3 / The applicant member shall pay an admission fee.
/ 4 / The honorary members are invited by a decision of the Board taken by a majority of two thirds of all members. The one invited as honorary member shall confirm in writing their agreement to join the association.
/ 5 / The founders of the association are full members.
/ 6 / Candidate for membership of the Association can be accepted with a decision of the General Assembly.
Art. 11. / 1 / Membership in the association is voluntary.
/ 2 / Each member is entitled to participate in the management of the association, to be informed about its activities and to use its property and the results of its operations in the manner provided in the statutes.
/ 3 / The member is not personally liable for the obligations of the association.
/ 4 / The rights and obligations, except for the property are transferable and can not be transferred to other persons on death or termination.
/ 2 / The Board shall make a proposal to exclude the General Assembly.
Art. 13. / 1 / The supreme body of the Association is the General Assembly.
/ 2 / The governing body of the association is Board of Managers.
/ 3 / The bodies of the Association keep records of the minutes. The person chairing the meeting of the collective body and the producer of record are responsible for certifying the correctness of its contents.
Art. 14. The General Assembly consists of all full and honorary members of the association.
/ 2 / The rights under par. 1 item 1, 3, 4, 6, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 16 can not be assigned to other bodies of the Association.
/ 3 / The General Assembly shall be required for the other bodies of the Association.
/ 4 / The General Assembly shall be subject to judicial review as to their legality and compliance with the statute.
/ 5 / Decisions of the organs, statute or a previous decision of the General Assembly of the Association taken contrary to law, may be appealed to the General Assembly at the request of the members of the association or an authority within one month of becoming aware , but not later than one year from the decision.
/ 6 / Disputes under par. 4 may be brought before the registration of the association of each member of the association or its body, or by the prosecutor within one month of learning, but not later than one year from the decision.
/ 7 / This statute decisions under par. 1, item 2, 7, 9 are assigned to the Board. The award may be withdrawn by the General Assembly.
/ 8 / New members of the Association, adopted by the Board, shall be approved by the General Assembly.
Art. 16. / 1 / The General Assembly shall be convened by the Management Board on its own initiative or at the request of one third of the members of the association. In the latter case, the Management Board fails to forward a written invitation to the General Meeting shall be convened by the court at the seat of the Association upon written request of the members or their representative.
/ 2 / The notice must include the agenda, date, time and place of the General Meeting and on whose initiative it is called.
/ 3 / The invitation is placed on the notice board in the building where the headquarters of the Association are, a month before the scheduled day. The invitation to the meeting is also published electronically.
Art. 17. The General Assembly is legitimate, if more than half of all members are present. In the absence of a quorum, the meeting shall be adjourned for one hour at the same place and with the same agenda and can be held as the members present.
Art. 18. / 1 / Each member of the General Assembly shall have one vote.
2. entities in which he is a manager or may impose or impede decision making.
/ 3 / A person can represent no more than three members of the General Assembly on the basis of a written power of attorney. Re-authorization is not allowed.
Art. 19. / 1 / The General Assembly shall be taken by simple majority of those present.
/ 2 / The decisions under Art. 15 par. 1, item 1 and 10 are taken by a majority of two thirds of those present.
/ 3 / For matters not included in the announced agenda, decisions can not be made.
Art. 20. The Management Board shall consist of five persons – members of the association. Board members are elected for a term of four years and are entitled to no more than two consecutive terms .
6 . prepares and submits to the General Assembly the main documents of the association : rules of procedure of the Board and others.
9. adopts the rules and procedures for the public benefit .
10 . proposes to the General Assembly expelling members with behavior inconsistent with the statute of the association , gross violations of statutes or three-year non-payment of dues .
Art. 22. / 1 / Chairman of the Board represents the Association .
/ 2 / In the prolonged absence of the Chairman of the Governing Board may delegate the functions of Chairman to the Vice President.
Art. 23. / 1 / The meetings of the Board shall be convened at least four times a year. Governing Board meetings are chaired by the President , and if the latter is absent – the Vice- President.
/ 2 / The Chairman of the Board is obliged to convene a meeting of the Board upon the written request of one third of its members. If the President fails to convene a meeting within a week, it can be called by any interested member of the Management Board.
/ 3 / The Board may take a decision if more than half of its members are present at its meetings. A person who is present is also one with whom is established a telephone or other connection, ensuring the identification of this person, and allowing participation in the discussion and decision making. In case the person votes, it shall be stated in the minutes of the meeting.
/ 4 / The decisions are taken by a majority of those present and the decisions under Art. 21, item 3 and 7 and Art. 27 par. 2 by a majority of all the members of the Board and attendance at the meeting.
/ 5 / The Board may take a decision without a hearing, if the record of decision is signed without remarks and objections by all board members .
Art. 23. / 1 / In the General Assembly association may establish branches on a regional basis . Their activities are governed by regulations in accordance with this Statute. The manager of the branch represents the Association on the activities of the branch.
Art. 24. / 1 / The Association may own property. Property of the association is formed by membership fees, donations , wills , business and other legal sources.
/ 2 / The property of the Association consists of the right of ownership and other real rights over fixed and current assets , financial contributions from members , accounts receivable and other rights under the applicable regulations.
/ 2 / The annual report and financial statement of the association shall be submitted in paper and electronic form . They are public and are published in the newsletter and the website of the central register.
/ 3 / The annual financial statements of the association shall be subject to independent audit under the Accounting Act. Where the law requires a compulsory, independent audit of Statutory Auditors shall be determined by the General Assembly. When the General Assembly has not appointed registered auditor until the end of the calendar year shall be appointed by the Board.
c) has been declared bankrupt .
/ 2 / The court’s decision under par. 1, item 2 shall be issued at the request of any interested person or the prosecutor.
/ 3 / The court may grant appropriate term to remove the grounds for termination and its consequences.
/ 4 / In the case of par. 2 termination is entered automatically and the court appointed liquidator.
Art. 27. / 1 / Upon termination the association shall be liquidated .
/ 2 / Liquidation is carried out by the Board or by a person designated by him .
/ 3 / If the liquidator is not appointed under par . 2 , as in the case of Art. 30, par. 1, item 2, it is determined by the district court of the association.
/ 4 / The insolvency, bankruptcy , liquidation procedures and powers of the liquidator , shall apply respectively to the provisions of the Trade low .
/ 5 / The distribution of assets after satisfaction of creditors is carried out by the High Authority and in accordance with Art . 15 , 43 and 44 of The Act for non-profit entitites.
Art. 28. / 1 / Changes to this Constitution may be made under specified therein and Law for Non -profit organizations.
Art. 29. For other, not established in this Statute, shall apply the laws of the Republic of Bulgaria , as well as decisions of the association.
Art. 30 . This Statute was adopted at the founding meeting of the association.

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