Constitution
ARTICLE I
NAME
The name of the organization shall be the Organization for the Advancement of Technology in Housing Agencies.
ARTICLE II
PURPOSE
Mission Statement:
Assisting and supporting Public and Indian Housing (PIH) professionals to successfully identify, implement and integrate technology into organizational business processes.
Goals: The objective of The Organization for the Advancement of Technology in Housing Agencies is to:
- Provide a common focal point which mutually benefits those persons involved in technology issues that challenge Public Housing Agencies.
- Form a collective voice which helps negotiate the future path of technology in PIH.
- Organize and host group conferences which will foster education through training, discussion of ideas, and exchange of knowledge amongst members.
- Establish a formal network between members that will unite those facing similar professional challenges and help to provide resolutions to those issues.
ARTICLE III
PLACE OF BUSINESS
The place where the corporation shall regularly maintain its mailing address shall be at the business office of the President.
ARTICLE IV
MEMBERSHIP
General (Voting) Membership: Any Housing Authority interested in increasing their knowledge of technology specifically for Federally regulated Public Housing Authorities is eligible for membership. Membership is obtained upon receipt of the yearly dues by the Treasurer.
Associate (Non-Voting) Membership: Organizations or individuals who are interested in providing products and services to the General Membership. Membership is obtained upon receipt of the yearly dues by the Treasurer.
ARTICLE V
OFFICERS
The Officers of the organization shall consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.
BOARD
The Board shall consist of three (3) at large members elected from the General Membership plus the officers of the organization.
ARTICLE VI
MEETINGS
Section 1. The organization shall hold at least one (1)business meeting per year between March 1 and May 31, for the purpose of transacting such business as may come before it.
Section 2. Special meetings may be called at any time by the Board. A written notice clearly stating the purpose of same shall be given to all members.
Section 3. All conference cities will be selected at the regularly scheduled annual business meeting at least one year in advance of conference.
Section 4. Annual meetings and conferences shall be announced to all members as to place and time at least eight (8) weeks prior to convening.
ARTICLE VII
AMENDMENTS
Section 1. Any proposed amendments to this constitution must be submitted to the Secretary in writing for publication. Voting, may, at the discretion of the board, be by paper ballot to be delivered by post,or via any of the commonly accepted electronic means.
