Both documents are available for download as PDF. Members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these governing guidelines.
The bylaws establish the legal and organizational framework of the ATD South Florida Chapter — covering membership categories, board structure, officer duties, elections, meetings, and the process for amending the bylaws themselves.
Download Bylaws PDFThe policies document outlines the day-to-day operational guidelines that govern how the chapter conducts its programs, manages finances, handles member relations, and fulfills its responsibilities to ATD National — updated January 2021.
Download Policies PDFKey areas addressed across both governing documents.
Board composition, officer roles, committees, and how the chapter is organized to serve its members.
Categories of membership, voting rights, eligibility, dues, and member responsibilities.
How board officers are nominated and elected, term lengths, and succession procedures.
Fiscal year, budgeting, financial controls, reimbursement procedures, and audit guidelines.
Requirements for board and membership meetings, quorum rules, voting procedures, and minutes.
How bylaws and policies may be proposed, reviewed, voted on, and amended by the membership.
How our chapter upholds transparency, accountability, and member trust through structured governance.
📋 Bylaws vs. Policies
- Bylaws are the foundational legal document — they require a member vote to amend and define the chapter's core structure
- Policies are operational guidelines — they can be updated by the Board of Directors to reflect best practices
- When a conflict exists between the two, the Bylaws take precedence
- Both documents are aligned with ATD National chapter requirements
- Members in good standing have the right to review both documents at any time
🏛️ Board Accountability
- The Board of Directors is elected annually by the membership
- Officers serve defined terms with clear succession plans
- Financial records are reviewed annually and available to members
- All major decisions follow the procedures outlined in the bylaws
- Members may raise governance concerns directly with the Board President at president@atdsfl.org
How Bylaws Are Amended
A member or board officer submits a written amendment proposal to the Board
The Board reviews the proposal and notifies members in advance of a vote
Voting members approve or reject the amendment at a membership meeting
Approved amendments are recorded, dated, and the document is updated
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