Governance
The Mid‑Atlantic Silver Fox Rabbit Club (MASFRC) is committed to transparency, accountability, and responsible governance. This page provides members and the public with access to the Club’s governing documents, parliamentary procedures, and official Board records. All Club operations are conducted in accordance with these documents and with respect for ARBA‑recognized best practices.
Constitution & Bylaws
The Constitution & Bylaws define the legal and organizational framework of the Mid‑Atlantic Silver Fox Rabbit Club. These documents outline the Club’s purpose, structure, membership, officer duties, elections, meetings, financial administration, discipline, and amendment process.
The Constitution & Bylaws are adopted by the membership and serve as the highest governing authority of the Club.
What you’ll find in this document:
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Club name, purpose, and territory
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Membership rights and responsibilities
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Officer and Board of Directors structure
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Election procedures and voting requirements
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Meeting rules and quorum requirements
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Financial oversight and dissolution provisions
Standing Rules
The Standing Rules provide operational guidance that supports and clarifies the Constitution & Bylaws. These rules address day‑to‑day procedures and policies that may be updated by the Board of Directors as needed without requiring a full bylaw amendment.
Standing Rules are adopted to ensure consistency, efficiency, and clear expectations for members and officers.
Standing Rules include policies on:
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Regional sweepstakes administration (aligned with NSFRC)
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Awards procurement and reimbursement procedures
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Communications standards and Code of Conduct
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Data privacy and member information protection
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Electronic meetings and electronic ballots
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Travel and officer expense guidelines
Board Minutes & Reports
The Board Minutes section provides access to approved minutes and official reports from meetings of the MASFRC Board of Directors. These records document the actions taken by the Board and serve as part of the Club’s permanent record.
Minutes reflect what was done, including motions and outcomes, and do not record debate or personal opinions. Draft minutes may be posted for review, with final approved minutes archived for reference.
Included in this section:
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Approved Board meeting minutes
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Annual reports and financial summaries (when applicable)
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Committee reports as submitted to the Board