The name of this organization shall be the Lakes Region Youth Hockey Association, hereafter know as the Association.

OBJECTIVES:

The purposes of the Association are:

1. To establish a system whereby children may learn the fundamentals of skating, hockey, good sportsmanship and citizenship with an emphasis on participation rather than on winning.

2. To provide an opportunity for competitive hockey at; a level commensurate with the ability of the players.

3. To acquaint the community with the purposes of the Association.

4. To raise funds for the operating costs of the hockey program.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT:

Pursuant to RSA 293-A:8.31, the Association hereby adopts the following procedure when managing conflict of interest transactions:

1. A conflict of interest transaction is defined as a transaction in which a director of the association has a direct or indirect interest. A conflict exists if a director (1) has a material financial interest or in which he is a general party in another entity which is party to a transaction or (2) he is a director, officer, or trustee of another entity which is a party to the transaction and the transaction is or should be considered by the board of directors of the Association.

2. The director having the direct or indirect conflict shall notify all other directors of the conflict, state for the record his interest when said matters are brought before the directors, and refrain from participating in the discussion as a director or voting on the matter.

3. A conflict of interest transaction shall be approved if it receives the affirmative vote of a majority of the directors on the board who have no direct or indirect interest in the transaction.

MEMBERSHIP:

The Association shall consist of Active members. Each active member shall be entitled to one vote.

ACTIVE MEMBERS: Shall consist of parents and/or guardians of all children in the Association and of individuals on the coaching staff. Membership shall begin at the time of registration of the following year providing all fees are paid when due. Fees will be as established and due by the date specified by the Board of Directors. Unpaid members may not vote or hold office

THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

The Executive Committee shall consist of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and League Representative. The Board of Directors shall include members of the Executive Committee and the Schedule Coordinator, Equipment Manager, Registrar, Referee Coordinator, Fundraising Chairman, Public Relations Chairman and Head Coach. The length of term for each Executive Committee Member shall be two (2) years, with the remaining members of the Board of Directors shall be elected for one (1) year. A Board membermay not hold more than one office at a time. All Officers, Directors and Committee members shall be responsible for their own duties. If they cannot perform their duties they shall relinquish their position and another Association member shall be appointed by the Executive Committee.

1. No Board member shall act without majority approval of the Board.

2. The Board of Directors shall select the Head Coach.

3. The Board shall retain a competent legal advisor available to represent the Association. He shall be ex-officio member without voting powers.

4. All Board members are required to attend all Board and General Meetings.
 
 

SPECIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN:

Chairman for the following special committees, and all other Special Committees as deemed necessary by the President shall be appointed by the President as needed and for a duration not to exceed the President's elected term of office of two (2) years.

Nominations

Special Events

Team Rep

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ELECTIONS:

Election of officers shall be held at the annual Awards Ceremony by secret ballot. A majority of all votes cast by those present shall be necessary for election to the Board. New Officers and Directors shall assume office at the first meeting after the election. Any member of the Association may be eligible for an elected or appointed position. Active members interested in serving on the Board of Directors shall submit letters of interest to the Nominating Committee, c/o the President no later than February 1 prior to the election. The Nominating Committee shall be appointed at the General meeting in February.

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MEETINGS:

Board meetings shall be held at least once a month during the hockey season starting the end of August thru April, and as called by the President during the remainder of the year. General membership meetings shall be held at least three times during the hockey season, at such time and place as the Board shall provide. Notice shall be given by first class mail to all Active members at least two weeks prior to the general meeting.

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DUTIES OF THE BOARD:
PRESIDENT:
 
 

1. Generally, the President shall preside at all General meetings and Board meetings, and execute all other duties as set forth in these By-Laws.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall assume duties of the President in his absence and shall perform other duties as the Board shall provide.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall maintain all records of the Association and conduct all correspondence as required by the Board.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall be responsible for the financial affairs of the Association.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall represent the Association at all league meetings and events in which the Association actively participates.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

DUTIES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

HEAD COACH:

1. Generally, shall train, evaluate and supervise the coaching staff and make specific recommendations for team coaching positions to the Board of Directors.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.
 
 

1. Generally, shall be responsible for scheduling all scrimmages, regular season and tournament games and practices.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall be responsible for organizing fundraising events and coordinating events with team managers.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall be responsible for registering all Association participants in accordance with Association and applicable regional, state and national hockey league rules and regulations.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, is responsible for the ordering, care and maintenance of all Association equipment according to Association needs and budgetary guidelines.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, shall schedule eligible referees for all home games.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

1. Generally, responsible for the reporting of game scores to the appropriate league officials and maintaining relationships with local media outlets to publicize Association activities.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

OTHER APPOINTED POSITIONS:

COACHES:

1. Must be certified to the appropriate level by USA Hockey.

2. Must attend all clinics.

3. Coaches under the general supervision of the Board and the immediate supervision of the Head Coach.

1. Generally, shall be responsible for all off-ice activities of his/her respective team.

2. Shall perform all other duties as promulgated and adjusted from time-to-time by the Board of Directors.

GENERAL CONDUCT:

A. TEAM MEMBERS:

1. There shall be no smoking, drugs, or alcoholic beverages before, during, or after games or practices or while representing the Association in any manner.

a. First violation, one week suspension to include all games and practices.

b. Second violation, suspension for remainder of season.

2. Team members shall respect the property of others. There shall be NO vandalism or theft

a. First violation, automatic suspension for the season.

b. The parents of the child shall pay for any damages.

3. Team members shall not use abusive language to officials, coaches, players, or fans on or off the ice before, during, or after a game or practice.

a. First violation, one week suspension to include all games or practices.

b. Second violation, suspension for the remainder of the season.

4. No member of any team who is a holder of any driver's license shall drive himself or another team member to any game.

5. The Coach shall enforce the above guidelines.

B. ASSOCIATION MEMBERS:

1. Shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at Association events or when representing the Association in any way.

2. Shall be subject to the same guidelines as team members concerning abusive language.

3. Shall have no alcoholic beverages at a fundraising event sponsored by the Association which involves team members. Violators shall be subject to a fine of $25.00.

4. By joining the Seacoast League and any other League, the Association and its members have agreed to abide by those Leagues' By-Laws.

QUORUM:

At any meeting a Quorum shall consist of a majority of the Board of Directors. At any meeting a Majority consists of one more than half of the Board members present and voting.

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AMENDMENTS:

These By-Laws may be amended at any Association meeting by a two-thirds vote of those present providing the membership has received the proposed changes in writing two weeks prior to the meeting.

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DISSOLUTION:

In the event of dissolution of the Association, any property or money remaining after all debts have been paid, shall be donated to another non-profit organization.

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TEAM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:

Players will be placed in the age appropriate groups according to USA Hockey guidelines unless waivers are requested and received from the appropriate league officials.

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COLORS AND EMBLEMS:

The Association shall have full vote as to the uniform colors and emblems.

 
 
 

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