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The name of this organization is the North Encanto Neighborhood Association (NENA). It is a non-profit (unincorporated) organization.

The NENA boundaries are defined by 19th Avenue on the West; 15th Avenue on the East; Thomas Road on the South; and Osborn Road on the North.

The purpose of the NENA is to preserve and enhance the character of the North Encanto Neighborhood, and to improve the quality of life of its residents.

Membership is open to any individuals over 18 years of age residing within the boundaries of the NENA or owning properties (residential or non-residential) within the NENA boundaries.

Section 1
The NENA is represented by the following executive board members: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and four (4) Members-at-Large. Each Member-at-Large will be representative of one of the four neighborhood quadrants.

Section 2
The organizing committee will appoint the officers for the first six months after passage of the by-laws. After six months, an election of officers will be held.

An election of officers will be held every year. Only NENA members are eligible to hold office and to vote. The Executive Board shall appoint a Nominating Committee of five (5) NENA members in February. The Nominating Committee will submit names of the nominees for office to the Executive Board in March. The election of new officers by secret ballot will be held in April. The newly elected officers will assume office in May.

When a vacancy occurs in an office, the Executive Board will appoint a replacement. The acting officer will serve until the next regularly scheduled election.

Section 1- President
The President will preside at all meetings of the NENA and perform all the duties usually pertaining to the office. The president will serve as an ex-officio member on all committees, except the Nominating Committee. The President will solicit all Committee Chairpersons except for the Nominating Committee.

Section 2- Vice President
The Vice President will perform the duties of the President in the absence of the President and will act as liaison on all standing committees.

Section 3- Secretary
The Secretary will record the minutes of all general membership and Executive Board meetings. The Secretary will maintain a record of all official correspondence of the NENA. The Secretary will maintain a current roster of all active NENA members.

Section 4- Treasurer
The Treasurer will receive and deposit all monies of the NENA, prepare monthly financial statements, and maintain financial records. All NENA checks will be signed by the Treasurer and co-signed by the President or Secretary.

Section 5- Members-at-Large
Each of the four (4) Members-At-Large will represent one of the four neighborhood quadrants. The Members-at-Large will act as liaisons between the Executive Board and volunteer neighborhood representatives within each quadrant.

The Executive Board will consist of the elective officers and all committee chairpersons.

The Standing Committees of the NENA will be: (1) Block Watch, (2) Social, (3) Newsletter, (4) Human Services, and (5) Neighborhood Image. Additional committees can be established or Standing Committees can be eliminated by action of the Executive Board. The by-laws will be amended as necessary to indicate changes in Standing Committee status or responsibilities.

Section 1- Block Watch Committee
The Block Watch Committee will be responsible for promoting and assisting in the establishment of active Block Watch Groups throughout the neighborhood. The Committee will keep a roster of all Block Watch Captains and the location of all active Block Watch groups within the boundaries of NENA. The Committee Chair will keep all Block Watch Captains and the NENA membership informed of block watch and crime related issues.

Section 2- Social Committee
The Social Committee will be responsible for recruiting and welcoming new members. The Committee will also be responsible for coordinating social events for the NENA, including the full membership meetings.

Section 3- Newsletter Committee
The Newsletter Committee will be responsible for producing and distributing the NENA newsletter to keep members informed of all pertinent issues. The publication frequency of the newsletter will be a minimum of twice per year.

Section 4- Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee will be responsible for providing human and social service referral assistance to those in need of medical, transportation, financial or related services.

Section 5- Neighborhood Image Committee
The Neighborhood Image Committee will be responsible for the overall improvement of the neighborhood including: (1) zoning issues, (2) property maintenance issues, (3) graffiti abatement, (4) street appearance, and (4) overall neighborhood character/image enhancement via landscaping, entrance markers, signs, logos, etc.

Membership dues will be voluntary on a per household or business basis. Dues will be collected on a yearly basis.

Fifty-one (51) percent of the current membership of the Executive Board at any regularly scheduled or called Executive Board meeting will constitute a quorum for transaction of business. Meetings can be held and issues discussed, but no action may be taken if a quorum of the Executive Board is not present.

The established rules of order will follow those set forth in ROBERTS RULES OF ORDER.

Regular membership meetings will be held on the second Thursday of the months of February and September. The meetings will be held at 7 p.m. at a location to be determined by the Executive Board. Executive Board and Standing Committee meetings will be held as needed. Any official actions at an Executive Board meeting will be reported at the next regularly scheduled general membership meeting.

These by-laws may be amended at any regular meeting of the Executive Board or at any special meeting called for that purpose. A majority vote from the Executive Board is required to make any amendment. All by-law amendments must also be approved by the majority of the members present at a regularly scheduled meeting of the ad.