About the Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club
The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club is a not-for-profit organization, organized in 1985 and incorporated in the State of Oklahoma in 1996. The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club is not an agency of the U.S. Army or of the U.S. Government. The club is affiliated with the Oklahoma Rifle Association and the National Rifle Association. Club members are encouraged to maintain individual membership in both of those organizations.
The club's Constitution and By-laws states, "The object of this organization shall be the encouragement of organized rifle and pistol shooting among citizens of the United States resident in our community, with a view toward a better knowledge on the part of such citizens of the safe handling and proper care of firearms, as well as improved marksmanship. It shall be our further object and purpose to forward the development of those characteristics of honesty, good fellowship, self-discipline, team play and self-reliance which are the essentials of good sportsmanship and the foundation of true patriotism."
At this time the club does not own or control any range or shooting facilities.
The club holds a summer Bolt Action Military Rifle League which participates in the State Shoot Off each year. In the past this league has been held at Fort Sill's MB-1 Rifle and Pistol Range.
The club publishes a newsletter (six issues each year) which is mailed to members. The newsletter is available to other interested persons by subscription.
General membership meetings are held (usually on the third Thursday of the month) in January, March, May, July, September, and November. Officers are elected during the September meeting and serve for one year.
The club maintains a web site at:
http://www.sirinet.net/~echarles/lfsrpClub
The site contains information about club activities, shooting-related activities in Oklahoma and North Texas, and bolt action military rifles for collecting and competition.
The club's Executive Committee meets each month to consider applications for membership and to carry out other duties provided by the Constitution and By-laws.
All first year memberships are $20 per individual and $40 per household family. Renewals are $55 per individual and $75 per household family. Renewals for NRA members are $20 per individual and $40 per household family.
CONSTITUTION of the LAWTON FT. SILL RIFLE and PISTOL CLUB, Inc.
Lawton, Oklahoma
Affiliated with the National Rifle Association of America
and with the Oklahoma Rifle Association
ARTICLE I; NAME
The name of this organization shall be: Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club.
ARTICLE II; OBJECT
The object of this organization shall be the encouragement of organized rifle and pistol shooting among citizens of the United States resident in our community, with a view toward a better knowledge on the part of such citizens of the safe handling and proper care of firearms, as well as improved marksmanship. It shall be our further object and purpose to forward the development of those characteristics of honesty, good fellowship, self-discipline, team play and self-reliance which are the essentials of good sportsmanship and the foundation of true patriotism.
ARTICLE III; MEMBERSHIP
Any citizen of the United States 18 years of age or older may become a member of this organization on vote of the Executive Committee after subscribing to the following pledge and on payment of the usual initiation fee and dues.
The NRA Pledge
I certify that I am a citizen of good repute of the United States of America; that I am not a member of any organization or group having as its purpose or one of its purposes the overthrow by force and violence of the Government of the United States or any of its political subdivisions; that I have never been convicted of a crime of violence; and that if admitted to membership, I will fulfill the obligations of good sportsmanship and good citizenship.
In addition to the rules above; youth between the age 7-17 can become non-voting Junior members upon consent of guardian.
ARTICLE IV; DUES
(A) The member's annual dues shall be set by the Executive Committee and subject to approval of the general membership.
(B) No member of the club in arrears shall be eligible to vote or to enjoy any other of the privileges or benefits offered by this club.
ARTICLE V; MEETINGS
(A) Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the club shall be held each year, at such time and place as may be fixed by the Executive Committee. If the annual meeting shall not take place at the time fixed it shall be held within a reasonable time thereafter, and the officers shall hold over until their successors shall have been elected.
(B) Regular Meetings. The regular business meetings of the club for the transaction of ordinary business shall be held at least quarterly, at such time and place as may be fixed by the Executive Committee.
(C) Special Meetings. A special meeting of the club may be held at any time upon the call of the President or upon the call of the Executive Committee, or upon demand in writing, stating the object of the proposed meeting, and signed by not less than 20% of the members entitled to vote. Notice of the time, place and object of any special meeting shall be given to all officers and members in good standing in writing by United States mail not less than seven days prior to the date fixed for the holding of the meeting. The place of such special meetings shall be fixed by the Executive Committee.
(D) Quorum. The adult voting members present shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business and amending By Laws. Ten members or one fifth of the adult voting members, whichever is less, shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of amending the Constitution or electing officers.
ARTICLE VI; OFFICERS
(A) The officers of this club shall be a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Executive Officer, who acting together, shall constitute the Executive Committee. They shall be elected by a majority vote by ballot of the members in good standing present at the annual meeting of the club. They shall hold office for one year or until their successors are elected.
(B) The Executive Committee shall have general supervision and control of all the activities of the club.
(C) The Executive Committee shall meet monthly in any month in which there is not a regular meeting of the general membership. Special meetings may be held at any time on the call of the President or on demand, in writing to the Secretary, by three members of the Committee.
(D) Four members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum.
(E) Resignation of any officer may be accepted by a majority vote of the remaining members of the Executive Committee.
(F) A vacancy in the Executive Committee may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining members of the Committee. However, if more than one vacancy exists a special meeting of the club shall be called and new officers shall be elected to fill the vacancies until the date of the next annual meeting as provided in paragraph (A) above.
(G) The officers of this club shall maintain individual membership in the National Rifle Association for their tenure in office.
(H) No member shall hold more than one office concurrently, with the exception of the secretary/treasurer.
ARTICLE VII; DUTIES OF OFFICERS
(A) President. The president shall preside at all meetings of the club and of the Executive Committee. The president shall be a member ex-officio of all regular and special committees, and shall perform all such other duties as usually pertain to his or her office.
(B) Vice-President. The vice-president shall perform the duties of the president in his or her absence or at his or her request.
(C) Secretary. The secretary shall conduct all official correspondence pertaining to the proper preparation and forwarding of all reports required of the club by the National Rifle Association and by the Director of Civilian Marksmanship. The secretary shall notify the members of the Executive Committee of all meetings and shall notify all members of special and annual meetings, as required in Article V. The secretary shall keep a true record of all meetings of the Executive Committee and of the club and have the custody of the books and papers of the club, except the treasurer's books and accounts. All applications for membership in the club shall be made to the secretary. The secretary shall be responsible for the collection of all fees and dues associated with club membership and shall remit the same to the treasurer, taking the proper receipt therefore. The secretary shall be responsible for maintaining the affiliation of the club with the National Rifle Association.
(D) Treasurer. The treasurer shall have charge of all funds of the club and place the same in such bank or banks as may be approved by the Executive Committee. The treasurer shall keep an accurate account of all club financial transactions and render a detailed report with vouchers at any meeting of the Executive Committee or regular meeting when requested, and an annual report to the organization at its annual meeting.
(E) Executive Officer. The executive officer shall have charge of operating the ranges of the club, printing scorecards, arranging competitions, and conducting firearms instruction. The executive officer shall be responsible for the collection of all fees and dues associated with club activities and shall remit the same to the treasurer, taking the proper receipt therefore. The executive officer has authority to appoint assistants as necessary. The executive officer shall place the club under no financial obligation without the prior authorization of the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE VIII; SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION
(A) Any officer may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the members in good standing present at any special meeting called for this purpose. No vote on suspension or removal may be taken unless at least fifteen days notice in writing shall have been given to the officer or the reasons for his removal and of the time and place of the special meeting at which such ballot on his removal is to be taken. At such special meeting the officer shall be given a full hearing.
(B) Any member may be suspended by the Executive Committee by a two-thirds affirmative vote of the members of the Committee present at any regular meeting. No vote on suspension or expulsion may be taken unless at least fifteen days notice in writing shall have been given to the members of the charges preferred and of the time and place of the meeting of the Executive Committee at which such charges will be considered. At such meeting the member under charges will be accorded a full hearing.
(C) Charges against any officer or member may be preferred by any member in good standing. They shall be in writing clearly stating the facts relied upon and accompanied by all affidavits or exhibits which are to be used in their support. Such charges shall be filed with the secretary, who will immediately notify the president. The president will call a meeting of the Executive Committee to hear the charges. The secretary will give at least fifteen days notice of the meeting to each member of the Executive Committee and to the accuser and the accused, which notice shall be in writing and will include a true copy of the charges and of the supporting affidavits and exhibits.
(D) Any member suspended or expelled by the Executive Committee may appeal to the full membership of the club. Such appeal shall be made in writing to the secretary who will notify the president. The president will call a special meeting of the club for the purpose of action on the appeal. The secretary shall give at least fifteen days notice in writing to all members of the club in good standing stating the date, time, place, and reason for such special meeting. At the meeting of the full club the secretary will read the original charges, the supporting affidavits, and will read or display the accompanying exhibits, and will read the minutes of the special meeting of the Executive Committee at which the charges were heard and action taken. A full hearing will be given the accuser and the accused. A vote will be taken by ballot of the members in good standing present and a two-thirds vote shall be required to reverse the action of the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE IX; MATCH RULES
(A) All sanction firearms competitions held by the club will be governed by the rules and regulations laid down by the National Rifle Association of America or other national governing body.
(B) All shooters are expected to be familiar with and comply with safe firearms handling practices. Participants in any club sponsored activity may be required to participate in such related training as may be specified by the Executive Officer or the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE X; AMENDMENTS
Any proposed amendments to this Constitution may be introduced by any member of the club at any regular meeting or special meeting called for the purpose. They must be acted upon by the club membership at an annual meeting, provided a copy of the approved amendments has been sent to each club member by United States mail at least ten days prior to the meeting. A quorum as defined in Article V (D) shall be required for approval of any amendment.
BY LAWS of the LAWTON FT. SILL RIFLE and PISTOL CLUB, Inc.
Lawton, Oklahoma
Affiliated with the National Rifle Association of America
and with the Oklahoma Rifle Association
ARTICLE I; NAME
In correspondence and electronic communication this organization shall be referred to as: The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club, Inc.
ARTICLE II; OBJECT
ARTICLE III; MEMBERSHIP
ARTICLE IV; DUES
(A) Annual individual membership dues for individual members of the NRA is $20. Annual individual membership dues for individuals who are not members of the NRA is $55. Annual family membership dues for individual members of the NRA is $40. Annual family membership dues for individuals who are not members of the NRA is $75.
(B) Annual membership dues shall be paid in or before the month of the year in which the member joined.
ARTICLE V; MEETINGS
(A) Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the club shall be held in September of each year.
(B) Regular Meetings. The regular business meetings of the club for the transaction of ordinary business shall be held in the months of January, March, May, July, and November, at such time and place as may be fixed by the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE VI; OFFICERS
The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club, Inc., having authority to appoint one of its members to the Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Rifle Association, said representative shall be appointed by the Executive Committee of the Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club, Inc., and shall serve at the pleasure of the Executive Committee.
ARTICLE VII; DUTIES OF OFFICERS
ARTICLE VIII; SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION
ARTICLE IX; MATCH RULES
ARTICLE X; AMENDMENTS
Any proposed amendments to these By Laws may be introduced by any member of the club at any regular meeting or special meeting called for the purpose. A quorum as defined in the Constitution shall be required for approval of any amendment.
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