ARTICLE I

Name and Purpose

This organization will be named the Tyndall Focus 56 Association. Its purpose will be to facilitate professionalism and growth throughout Tyndall Air Force Base’s enlisted force.

ARTICLE II

General Provisions 

The Tyndall Focus 56 Association operates on a military base only with the consent of the installation commander.  Operation is contingent on compliance with the requirements and conditions of all applicable Air Force regulations.  Including, but not limited to,  Air Force Instruction 34-223 and 325 SVS OI 34-48.  The organization is not a nonappropriated fund instrumentality, nor is it entitled to the privileges and immunities of the federal government.  The membership is liable under the laws of the State of Florida for organizational debts in the event the organization’s assets are insufficient to discharge liabilities.  This organization will abide by all federal, state, and local statues, regulations and ordinances applicable to its activities.  

GENERAL

 The constitution and By-laws governing the Tyndall Focus 56 (F56) are designed for information and guidance of all members of the group. Members of the F56 are encouraged to observe the spirit and intent of the by-laws at all times. The constitution and by-laws will be retained by the Secretary of the F56, and will be available for inspection by any member at any time. Informational copies are available for each member of the F56.

 ARTICLE III

Officers and Governing Body 

The officers of this organization will consist of 1 president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary.  Succession in office: 1) Should the office of the president become vacant, the vacancy will be automatically filled by the vice president.  2) Should the office of the vice president become vacant, the secretary will automatically fill the vacancy.  3) Should the office of the secretary or treasure become vacant, a new secretary or treasure will be elected by and from the floor at the next regular meeting. 4) Should the office of the president and vice president become vacant at the same time, the secretary will call a special meeting of active members.  Elections will be conducted to elect a new president and vice president to serve the remainder of the term (1 CY, but no more than 2 successive terms).  The following will be permanent committees: Mentoring, Recognition, Financial, and Publicity, others will be appointed as necessary. 

ARTICLE IV

Membership or Patronage 

The membership is open to all SSgt selects through TSgts assigned to Tyndall AFB, which includes assigned Pensacola personnel.  A person will be considered an active member if he/she is a due-paying member.  This organization will not discriminate in membership policies based on age, race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic group, or gender.

ARTICLE V

Method of Financing 

This organizations income will be derived from membership dues, and two annual fundraisers.  These funds will be employed to accomplish our objectives.  The treasure and president will be responsible for the financial accounting of the organization.  The treasure will provide monthly reports to the membership and send annual financial statements to SVS/SVF stop 31, in accordance with AFI 34-223.  Funds will be dispersed based on a majority vote of the membership, or by a consensus of the officers (for amounts no greater than $50.00).  All checks will be signed by two of the officers. 

ARTICLE VI

Activities 

All activities will be carried out in accordance with AFI 34-223 and SVS OI 34-48.

  ARTICLE VII

Meetings and Quorums 

Meetings will be held the third Tuesday of each month at 1500 at a place to be determined as appropriate.  The officers may meet more frequently, as necessary.  Special meetings may be held when deemed necessary.  A quorum will consist of no less than one-tenth the total membership.

  ARTICLE VIII

Adoption and Amendments 

The constitution and bylaws will be adopted by a quorum.  The constitution and bylaws are subject to the final review and approval of the Installation Commander or his designated representative.  The constitution and bylaws may be amended by a quorum vote of the membership.  Constitution/By-laws must be updated every two years or when there is a change in purpose of PO or a chance in officers. This Constitution and By-Laws was updated last on 28 Jun 00. 

  Amendments

The constitution and by-laws may be amended or altered by an affirmative vote on the proposed amendment by two-thirds of the general membership present. Proposed amendments must: be submitted in writing; signed by three (3) active or associate members of the F56; and be presented to the president at any general membership or special meeting of the F56. The secretary will give five (5) days published notification of the proposed amendment's substance to F56 members before the amendment is voted on. Amendments will be voted on at the next general membership meeting.

 ARTICLE IX

Dissolution

In case of dissolution of the organization, funds in the treasury at the time will be used to satisfy any outstanding debts, liabilities, or obligations.  The balance of the assets will be disposed of as determined by the membership. 

 ARTICLE X

Insurance