Articles of Incorporation Constitution & ByLaws

1. Rescuing and socializing abandoned, neglected, abused and orphaned and/or surrendered dachshunds and dachshund mixes by providing temporary, safe shelter and medical/dental treatment as needed.

2. Procuring temporary foster homes and permanent new homes for rescued dachshunds that will provide and safe and nurturing home environment.

3.Ensuring no dachshunds shall be adopted for the purpose of breeding or scientific/medical experimentation.

4.Providing education to the public on the dachshund breed, puppy mills and responsible pet guardianship included but not limited to humane animal care and spay/neuter practices.

5. Displaying courtesy, respect and fellowship toward all volunteers appreciation Providing ongoing education to the public for responsible pet ownership and humane animal care.

6. Displaying courtesy, respect and fellowship toward all volunteers in appreciation of services and support rendered to dachshund rescue and to promoting enhanced teamwork among all rescuers.

Will consist of anyone of the age of 18 or more years with an interest in providing a nurturing home for a dachshund or willing to give of their time to provide home visits or transportation for dachshunds or persons interested in the welfare of the dachshund breed.

Membership will require an annual payment of $10 . Members will have the right to vote on issues concerning the organization ( amended 2014)

Monthly Board meetings will be held on the first Saturday of each month .Additional meetings may be held by the board if needed to solve a particular issue An annual meeting is held in September of each year . All members are urged to attend. Location will be announced by June 30th of each year.by a mailing to all members.

The fiscal year will be 1 January to 31 of December

Three members , of at least two (2) must be elected officers must be present to constitute a legal quorum.to transact business

3. All functions, entertainment, ways and means assisiting Kentucky Dachshund Rescue will be presented to the board for approval and voted on at regular meetings.

4. Order of Business: Call to order, Opening Prayer, Reading of Minutes, Treasurer Report, Report of Committees, Old Business, New Business, Adjournment

(Amended) CANCELLING A MEETING:

Meetings may be canceled or rescheduled if certain circumstances determine a quorum shall not be able to attend such as death, sickness, weather etc. Those who would normally attend will be notified by email as soon as possible or no later than 24 hours before the meeting is scheduled to take place.

The Officers of Kentucky Dachshund Rescue shall consist of President,

Vice President,

Secretary,

And Treasurer

The initial officers will be appointed for a term of 5 years. These offices will be come elected offices after the five year term. However, the President shall become Chairman of the Board and have final decision in all affairs of this organization. The newly elected officers will be elected to serve one year (fiscal year). Any Member may be elected to an office providing that person is in good standing and has been a member for at least three years.

The Nominating Committee

( elected by the members) will consist of 3 members elected at the Odtober meeting. Said committee will announce the slate of officers at the November meeting.and the election of officers will be held at the December meeting. Officers will be installed at the January meeting.

Vacancies for unexpired terms may be filled at any regular meeting, Notice having been given at the previous meeting with the exception of office of President which is succeeded by the Vice president.

The Chairman shall not be succeeded by vote.and may only be replaced by appointment. Such appointment shall be made by the initial Chairman of the Board.

Managing Agents of Committees.

1. President presides over all meetings except when unusual circumstances dictate the Sr. Vice President presides. The president shall appoint all committees, not otherwise provided for and will be an ex officio member of all committees. The President shall sign all checks and be available to break a tie vote.

2. Vice President, . will preside in the absence of the President and shall succeed the President.

4. Secretary will keep a full and accurate record of all meetings, officially sign and read them, maintain a roll of members and offices present, conduct correspondence and read such at regular meetings.

5. Treasurer will keep a correct ledger of accounts of all receipts and disbursements supported by proper vouchers and will close and balance the books as of 31 December each year and will immediately furnish the President with a complete financial statement for the fiscal year.

TERMS OF OFFICE:

Board members are elected for a one-year term that automatically renews each year. If a member for good reason decides they can no longer serve, they must give a 90-day notice allowing time for a replacement to be found.

Nominations are taken and the board will vote on the new precedent. New officer will take office the following board meeting after approval from the board.

No two board member offices can be vacant at the same time, but must be filled at least 90 apart.

President Kathleen McIntosh

Vice President Robert McIntosh

Secretary Danyelle Brown

Treasurer Karen Canada