Sec. 1.1 The organization shall be known as the Filipino-American Cultural Association of North San Diego County, an independent and non-profit entity.

Sec. 1.2 The association's business address for correspondence purposes is P.O. Box 6276, Oceanside, CA 92052-6276.

Sec 1.3 The association Crest combines the flags of the Philippines and the United States of America with illustration of typical seaside scenery of the Pearl of the Orient Seas and the well recognized Oceanside landmark. The seas in both scenes symbolize the rich heritage and multicultural ties of its members.

The logo is illustrated in this model.

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Sec. 2.1 To provide the Filipino-American residents of the North San Diego County a setting in which fellowship and friendship will be fostered among each other, as well as with other groups.

Sec. 2.2 To provide the Filipino-American residents of the North San Diego County a forum to discuss matters pertinent to public interest such as social, cultural, economic and educational activities

Sec. 2.3 To encourage activities that promote better knowledge and understanding of the Philippines and the United States of America's histories, traditions, heritages and cultures.

Sec. 2.4 To seek out the support and participation of other Filipino-Americans, particularly the youth group who may become future leaders and role models in the community

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Sec. 3.1 The association prohibits the use of the organization and its assets for the purpose of personal gain or financial interest.

Sec. 3.2 No member shall be authorized to use the name of the association for any political or partisan activity either directly or indirectly.

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Sec. 4.1 Membership in the association shall be voluntary and open to any person of good moral standing. A prospective member must receive an endorsement from an active member.

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Sec. 5.1 PRESIDENT (Chief Executive Officer of the association):

Sec. 5.2 VICE-PRESIDENT:

Sec. 5.3 EXECUTIVE SECRETARY:

Sec. 5.4 CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY:

Sec. 5.5 TREASURER:

Sec. 5.6 AUDITOR:

Sec. 5.7 Board of Directors:
a. The Board of Directors constitutes eleven (11) members; five (5) are elected
four (4) appointed, and two (2) positions assumed by the outgoing
President and prior President. Should either one decline to serve the
office, the President may offer the position to an active and interested
member of the association.

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Sec. 6.1 TERM:
a. The term of an elected officer shall be two(2) years starting on the
first(1st) day of January and terminating on the thirty-first(31st) day of
January of the second(2nd) year. These dates may be adjusted depending
upon the circumstances involved in the planning and preparation of the
event.
b. Officers may run for re-election. Should none of the members wish to vie
for such position, the incumbent may choose to run for re-election after the completion of its term.
c. In the event the office of the President becomes vacant, the Vice-President shall serve the remaining term of the President.
d. Should any other elective position becomes vacant, the Board of Directors shall determine a qualified and willing member from the list of nominees to fill the vacancy.

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Sec. 7.1 No amendment shall be voted upon without due consent of the Board
of Directors.

Sec. 7.2 Amendments to the Constitution and By-laws may be initiated by an active member through the President which in turn shall present any proposed amendment to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall schedule a meeting; the member who initiated the proposal shall be given thirty (30) - day notice to expound its views regarding the amendment.

Sec. 7.3 Amendment(s) to the Constitution shall be passed upon a 2/3 votes of the general membership. Amendment(s) to the By-laws shall be passed upon a majority vote of the Board of Directors.

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SEC.8.1 - The amendment/s to the Constitution and By-laws shall take effect upon ratification by the elected officers and the general members present in the Board meeting.

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Sec. 9.1 GENERAL FUNDS:
The funds of the association shall be used to support programs and
activities approved by the Board of Directors consisting of the 5 elected, 4 appointed Board of Directors, the President, and the Ex-Oficio.

Sec. 9.2 PETTY CASH FUND:
a. The President authorizes expenditures of an amount to defray any cost incidental to the operation of the association.
b. The Board of Directors establishes the quantity and limit of the the petty cash fund.

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Sec. 10.1 The Rules of Order shall govern in any situation that is covered
by the Constitution, By-laws and special rules adopted by the
association.

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