ARTICLE I. Name

Sec. 1. The name of this organization shall be Oklahoma Chapter of the Association of College and Research Libraries, Inc. (OK-ACRL).

ARTICLE II. Goals

Sec. 1. Goals. The Chapter shall provide opportunities for professional growth and communication among academic and research librarians; encourage the exchange of ideas and information relating to library development; and enhance library service to all users of academic and research libraries in the state.

ARTICLE III. Affiliation

Sec. 1. This organization is an affiliate of the American Library Association. It is subject to Article IV (Chapters) of the ACRL Constitution and Bylaws and the Guidelines for ACRL Chapters.

ARTICLE IV. Membership Categories and Dues

Sec. 1. ALA/ACRL members. Personal members of the American Library Association who are also members of the Association of College and Research Libraries and are residing in Oklahoma are automatically Chapter members.

Sec. 2. OLA/UCD Members. Any person who is currently a member of the Oklahoma Library Association / University & College Division may become a member by paying Chapter dues.

Sec. 3. Students. Students enrolled in a program of library / information science may join the Chapter by paying dues established for student members.

Sec. 4. Institutions. OK-ACRL chapter membership is available to institutions.

Sec. 5. Others. Any person interested in academic and research libraries and librarianship in Oklahoma may become a member paying Chapter dues.

Sec. 6. Dues. ALA/ACRL personal members shall pay no dues. Dues for other categories of membership will be determined by the Board of Directors as needed.

Sec. 7. Payments. Dues shall be payable January 1 and become delinquent March 1.

ARTICLE V. Officers

President:
a. The president shall chair the board meetings.
b. The president shall serve as Chapter program chair-person or shall appoint the vice-president/ president-elect to serve as Chapter program chair.
c. The president shall function as the Chapter's representative.
d. The president shall issue annual chapter reports to ALA/ACRL.
e. The president shall facilitate communication among board members.

President-Elect:
a. The president-elect shall preside over board meetings in the absence of the president.
b. The president-elect shall chair the nomination committee for new officers and board members.
c. The president-elect shall oversee the chapter's elections.

Past President:
a. The past president shall serve as a member of the board of directors, with those powers and duties.
b. The past president shall serve as advisor to the current officers, and shall work closely with the president toward the organization's goals for the year.

Treasurer:
a. The treasurer shall maintain the treasury and pay invoices approved by the board or the president.
b. The treasurer shall maintain the membership roster.
c. The treasurer shall make financial reports to the board at its monthly meetings, and prepare an annual financial report for general distribution to the chapter members.

Secretary:
a. The secretary shall keep minutes of all meetings, and shall forward copies of the minutes to the webmaster for the chapter website.
b. The secretary shall maintain the chapter's history during the term, including copies of records of minutes, newsletters, treasurer's reports, election results, and correspondence.
 
Sec. 4. Vacancies. A vacancy in any office shall be filled by an appointment made by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VI. Meetings

Sec. 1. Business Meetings. A regular business meeting shall be held at least once a year.

Sec. 2. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the Board of Directors or by petition of ten Chapter members.

Sec. 3. Quorum. One tenth of the current membership shall constitute a quorum for a business meeting of the Chapter.

Sec. 4. Programs / Workshops. The Chapter shall sponsor at least one program each year. Programs shall be approved by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VII. Board of Directors

Sec. 1. Composition. The Board of Directors shall consist of the officers, the past president, and three members elected at large. All members of the Board shall be voting members. The president of OLA/UCD and the president of the University of Oklahoma Library and Information Studies organization (ALSO) shall be invited as ex officio non-voting members. The Board of Directors shall appoint at its discretion a newsletter editor and a webmaster for the association's website.

Sec. 2. Terms. Officers shall serve the term of their office. The three members-at-large shall serve for two years and shall be elected in alternate years. To initiate a staggered term cycle, at the first election one member-at-large shall be elected for a one year term and two members-at-large shall be elected for a two-year term.

Sec. 3. Powers and Duties. The Board of Directors shall have general oversight and direction of the affairs of the Chapter. it shall have authority to make decisions for the Chapter during the periods between meetings.

Sec. 4. Meetings. The Board of Directors shall hold at least two meetings a year. Other meetings may be called as necessary. A quorum for the Board shall be four members.

Sec. 5. Notification and Attendance. Except for emergency meetings, all meetings shall be announced at least thirty (30) days in advance at a prior meeting or through email, fax, or telephone. All members are expected to attend regularly.  Emergency meetings may be called for good cause at any time by the president or president-elect and may be held upon the attainment of a quorum with subsequent, immediate notification via fax or e-mail to all members not in attendance as to all actions taken.

Sec. 6. Vacancies. If a member-at-large cannot complete his/her term on the Board, the position shall be filled by an appointment made by the remaining members of the Board.

ARTICLE VIII. Committees and Sections

Sec. 1. Standing Committees may be authorized by the Board of Directors. The name, purpose, and size of the committee shall be specified at the time of its authorizations. The chairperson and other members of each committee will be named by the president of the Chapter.

Sec. 2. Ad hoc committees may be authorized by the president of the Chapter as needed.

Sec. 3. Discontinuance. Any committee may be discontinued or declared inactive by the Board of Directors.

Sec. 4. Special interest sections may be formed within the structure of OK-ACRL, subject to the Bylaws of the Chapter. Each section member must have a paid-up membership in OK-ACRL or ALA/ACRL. Each special interest section may elect a chairperson who will represent them at OK-ACRL Board meetings. Each chairperson will be an ex officio non-voting member of the Board. A report summarizing the activities of the special interest section shall be submitted to the OK-ACRL President at the end of each year. Each special interest section will assist in planning and implementing any programs or workshops sponsored by OK-ACRL.

ARTICLE IX. Publications

Sec. 1. Newsletter. An OK-ACRL Newsletter, as well as any other publications deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors, will be distributed to members.

ARTICLE X. Nominations and Elections

Sec. 1. Appointment. The Board of Directors shall appoint a three-person Nominating Committee and designate one of them as chairperson. The appointees to this committee shall be OK-ACRL members and shall be announced in the fall.

Sec. 2. Election. The election shall be held no later than November 15. The chairperson of the Nominating Committee shall present the slate to the members one month before election. Ballots shall be provided to members present at the annual Fall Conference for on-site voting; members not present will receive a ballot by mail. All members will be offered the opportunity to return ballots by mail. Ballots must be returned and counted by November 30. There shall be a minimum of two candidates nominated for each vacancy. Members may write in the names of other candidates of their choice provided that the consent of the nominees to serve if elected is obtained. Candidates receiving a majority of votes cast shall be elected. In the case of a tie vote, the successful candidate shall be determined by lot.

ARTICLE XI. Adoption and Amendments

Sec. 1. Adoption of the Bylaws requires a majority vote by OK-ACRL members present and voting at a meeting at which they are to be considered.

Sec. 2. Amendments. The Bylaws may be amended by an affirmative majority of members present and voting at a Chapter meeting provided such amendments are consistent with the ACRL Constitution and Bylaws. Notification of changes which are substantive must be sent to all members one month prior to the meeting at which they are to be considered.

ARTICLE XII. Year

Sec. 1. Membership year. The membership year shall be the calendar year.

ARTICLE XIII. Rules of Order: