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--- standing_rules [2021/12/21 21:12] – [10. Discipline Policy] 2021-12-16 board meeting's new policy mpickhard
+++ standing_rules [2023/02/23 19:27] – [The Standing Rules] major update mpickhard
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 ====== The Standing Rules ======
+The Bodgery is a shared workspace and educational environment with many active users. Bodgery members volunteer considerable time for the benefit of all members. Every change to the space has an impact on others. Your behavior has a direct influence on people around you, and an indirect effect on the many other people who use the shop and keep The Bodgery useful, kind, and fun.
-These are the policies that we operate under. Guests must follow by these guidelines, even if they are unknown - they will be made aware of any mistakes, and if they refuse to abide by them they will be asked to leave. Members agree to follow these rules at all times upon signing the Membership Form.  These policies may be modified by the Board at any point through due process.
+These are the policies that we operate under. Guests must also follow these guidelines, even if they are unknown - they will be made aware of any mistakes, and if they refuse to abide by them they will be asked to leave. Members agree to follow these rules at all times upon signing up for membership.  These policies may be modified by the Bodgery Board at any point through due process.
 ==== 1.  General ====
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   * Members must not allow unsafe practices by any guest or other member - it is their responsibility to speak up.
+** 3.1 Firearms Policy **
+=== Definitions ===
+  * Firearm: Any device designed to expel a projectile by means of an explosion
+  * Nonfunctioning Firearm: A firearm that is inoperable or unable to discharge a projectile.
+  * Concealed Firearm: A firearm that is carried on a person in such a manner as to not be discernible by the ordinary observation of others.
+=== Policy ===
+  * Only nonfunctioning firearms are allowed at The Bodgery for repair purposes.
+  * Members and guests are prohibited from bringing live ammunition into The Bodgery.
+  * Members and guests must abide by all local, state, and federal firearms laws.
+  * The carrying of concealed firearms by members and guests is prohibited while on the premises of The Bodgery.
+  * Members and guests must immediately inform the Board of Directors if they believe a firearm is functioning or if any other safety concerns arise.
+  * Members and guests who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, including termination of membership.
 ==== 4.  Guests ====
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 No member is under obligation to host guests.
 Any member may host up to ten guests in the space.
 Two or more members may host an unlimited number of guests.
+The woodshop area has a limit of one guest per member.
+Children (under 16) are welcome -- see [[faq|Frequently Asked Questions]] for additional information.
 In all cases, the member(s) hosting one or more guests are responsible for:
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 This policy in a Google doc: [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FL88DgGPllhIImFzAkg9aKhML09-sGidHBdcKw4YkEI/edit?usp=sharing|LINK]]
-==== 11. Suspension and Recall of Board Members ====
+==== 11. Rules for Leadership ====
-The board may vote to suspend a fellow board member for abuse or neglect of their office, or violation of their membership agreement. The person's membership to the Bodgery shall not be considered as part of this vote.
+=== Board of Directors ===
+  * The [[leadership|Board of Directors]] ("board") is bound by {{:bodgery_bylaws_5-22-15.pdf|The Bodgery Bylaws}}.
+  * The board is elected by The Bodgery membership once per year in June.
+  * The board may vote to suspend a fellow board member for abuse or neglect of their office, or violation of their membership agreement. The person's membership to the Bodgery shall not be considered as part of this vote.
+  * The board may vote to remove its own members from office. The board vote must be ratified by a vote of the membership; any such vote must be held by a quorum of the membership in order to be considered binding. The membership of the Bodgery may also initiate a recall vote of a board member from office with a simple majority vote.
-The board may vote to remove its own members from office. The board vote must be ratified by a vote of the membership; any such vote must be held by a quorum of the membership in order to be considered binding. The membership of the Bodgery may also initiate a recall vote of a board member from office with a simple majority vote.
+=== Area Captains ===
+  * [[leadership|Area Captains]] are put in place and removed by a vote of the board.
+  * Area Captains may not add Area Captains to their area without a board vote, but they may assign other area role (e.g. trainers).
+  * An Area Captain that cancels membership or resigns the position also ceases to be an Area Captain.
 ==== 12. Ejection ====