Guest jeff scott Posted November 23, 2014 at 10:55 PM Report Share Posted November 23, 2014 at 10:55 PM My blind center has ben taken over by a new e.d. who doesn't abide by bylaws or robert's rules of order as spelled out in our bylaws.I reluctantly became involved because of this abuse. They "postponed" elections for a year and said that's not eliminating our elections specified in bylaws. The E.D. wanted to work with "her" that she stacked with people who don't have the qualifications stated in our bylaws. People have been termed,out but still are on board. They refuse to listen to my objections which they only give me 3 minutes at board metings and interrupt me. Now they won't let me talk at all. I have been sworn at and called names, so i made complaints to the e.d. Before they could resolve the complaints against people (some on the board), they voted to suspend me for 6 months even though they don't have that right in our bylaws. They voted in new suspension procedures ( the day they suspended me) without having it voted in by the full membership as required in our bylaws. They do whatever they want and have had most reasonable people refuse to rejoin the center. My friends only remain to fight legally, but can't get the board to acknowledge or care. This while they are ruining our center and losing $27Kper quarter. I went to ou membership meeting yesterday were our donors were complaining and they said I wasn't allowed in the building. I refused to leave and the police were called. The officers understood my position, but said they would have to arrest me for trespassing because the letterhead said I was suspended. The police wanted me "to be the bigger man", so I reluctantly left. They said it was a civil matter I would have to pursue. Because we are located on property leased from the City of San Diego I have been talking to them but they aren't sure what to do except tell me to pursue it civilly. I've read where I have to take it to CA State Court to have them abide by the bylaws. HELP!!! We don't have the money and don't know what to do. We can't vote them out because too many people were mad and didn't renew their memberships or can't afford it (low income disabled). Does anyone Know California law and can help us out. We're very frustrated. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim Goldsworthy Posted November 23, 2014 at 11:10 PM Report Share Posted November 23, 2014 at 11:10 PM Whoa! . . . They said it was a civil matter I would have to pursue.. . . property leased from the City of San Diego . . .. . .. I have to take it to CA State Court . . . Does anyone know California law . . .? This Q-and-A forum is not the place for legal advice.Consult an attorney if your question is based on state law. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Brown Posted November 24, 2014 at 06:12 AM Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 at 06:12 AM Agreeing with Mr. Goldsworthy, I think you need both legal advice and to consult with a professional parliamentarian. You definitely need help. You can get referrals from both the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) and the American Institute of Parliamentarians. You might even find someone who is both a professional parliamentarian and attorney. Here is contact info on both organizations: National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP)213 South Main St.Independence, MO 64050-3850Phone: 888-627-2929e-mail: hq@NAP2.org www.parliamentarians.orgAmerican Institute of Parliamentarians (AIP)618 Church Street, Ste 220Nashville, TN 37219Phone: 888-664-0428e-mail: aip@aipparl.orgwww.aipparl.org In addition, if you join this forum, where you can take advantage of the private messaging feature, one or two of our regular contributors might be able to recommend someone in the San Diego area. Joining is easy, just click on the "become a member" link at the top right of the page and enter your name, email address and a password. And as a member, you won't have to bother with those blasted captchas, either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Martin Posted November 24, 2014 at 07:41 PM Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 at 07:41 PM We can't vote them out because too many people were mad and didn't renew their memberships or can't afford it (low income disabled).If this is the case, then I suspect it is correct that legal action may be your only recourse. As noted, however, providing legal advice is well beyond the scope of this forum.Agreeing with Mr. Goldsworthy, I think you need both legal advice and to consult with a professional parliamentarian. You definitely need help. You can get referrals from both the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) and the American Institute of Parliamentarians. You might even find someone who is both a professional parliamentarian and attorney. Here is contact info on both organizations: National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP)213 South Main St.Independence, MO 64050-3850Phone: 888-627-2929e-mail: hq@NAP2.org www.parliamentarians.orgAmerican Institute of Parliamentarians (AIP)618 Church Street, Ste 220Nashville, TN 37219Phone: 888-664-0428e-mail: aip@aipparl.orgwww.aipparl.orgBased on the facts provided, I'm doubtful that a parliamentarian will be of much help. The ED and the board seem unwilling to listen to reason, and many of the members (who could have removed the board from office) have left the society. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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