By-Law Changes up for Vote on July 6

• 1 Bylaw Change #1
• 2 Bylaw Change #2
• 3 Bylaw Change #3
• 4 Bylaw Change #4
• 5 Bylaw Change #5
• 6 Bylaw Change #6
• 7 Bylaw Change #7
• 8 ByLaw Change #8
• 9 Bylaw Change #9

Bylaw Change #1

Currently:

2.2.3    Any adult, who agrees to abide by the by laws, and Rules and Regulations of the Association, and with the approval of the Board of Directors, may become a coach upon signing a Coaches Agreement and Background Information Sheet.

Proposed:

2.2.3    Any adult, who agrees to abide by the by laws, and Rules and Regulations of the Association, and with the approval of the Board of Directors, may become a coach upon signing a Coaches Agreement and completion of the NTSSA Online Background Check.

Explanation:

NTSSA no longer uses the system previously used which required the Background sheet. NTSSA now currently uses the online registration process which allows each prospective coach to enter their background information in privacy.

Bylaw Change #2

Currently:

Board of Directors and Terms

2.6.3.      The Board of Directors divided by the Executive and Extended board and with terms as noted below:

Executive Board

 Position                                                                  Term (years)              Frequency (elected)

President                                                                        2                           (even years)

First Vice President (Appeals & Discipline)                  2                            (odd years)

Coaches Director (Second Vice President)                     2                           (even years)

Secretary/Treasurer                                                        2                            (odd years)

Registrar                                                                         2                           (even years)

Scheduling Director                                                        2                            (odd years)

Special Events Coordinator                                             2                            (odd years)

Equipment Director                                                         2                            (odd years)

Field Director                                                                 2                           (even years)

Extended Board

Referee Director/Assignor                                               2                           (even years)

Coaching Commissioners                                                7                            (every year)

Adult Commissioner                                                   1                                  (every year)

Haslet Commissioner                                                      1                            (every year)

Proposed:

Board of Directors and Terms

2.6.3.      The Board of Directors divided by the Executive and Extended board and with terms as noted below:

Executive Board

 Position                                                                  Term (years)              Frequency (elected)

President                                                                        2                           (even years)

First Vice President (Appeals & Discipline)                  2                            (odd years)

Coaches Director (Second Vice President)                     2                           (even years)

Secretary/Treasurer                                                        2                            (odd years)

Registrar                                                                         2                           (even years)

Scheduling Director                                                        2                            (odd years)

Special Events Coordinator                                             2                            (odd years)

Equipment Director                                                         2                            (odd years)

Field Director                                                                 2                           (even years)

Player Development/Academy Director                  2                                  (even years)

Extended Board

Referee Director/Assignor                                               2                           (even years)

Coaching Commissioners                                                7                            (every year)

Adult Commissioner                                                   1                                  (every year)

Haslet Commissioner                                                      1                            (every year)

Explanation:

To official adopt into bylaws the player development position and give executive voting powers. The player development position is critical to the continuing advancement of NFWASA as a local soccer organization.

Bylaw Change #3

Currently:

2.6.5.            Any member of the Board of Directors who is absent from three (3) consecutive monthly board meetings may have his/her office declared vacant at the discretion of the board.  Removal will be upon request from a board member and upon a majority vote of the members present provided they constitute a quorum per 2.4.3.  Note:  This is not equivalent to a vote of no confidence per section 2.6.4.

Proposed:

2.6.5.      Any member of the Board of Directors who is absent from two (2) consecutive monthly board meetings may have his/her office declared vacant at the discretion of the board.  Removal will be upon request from a board member and upon a majority vote of the members present provided they constitute a quorum per 2.4.3.  Note:  This is not equivalent to a vote of no confidence per section 2.6.4.

Explanation:

The NFWASA board of directors has a responsibility to conduct the business of the membership. When a meeting is appropriately declared and called to order, it is not in the membership’s interest to not be able to declare a quorum for several meetings in succession. Attendance is imperative for business to be carried out. If a board member misses the discussions within the meetings they are not able to be a part of the reasoning decisions are made.

Bylaw Change #4

Currently:

Equipment Director

2.7.8.            The Equipment Director shall be responsible for ordering and distributing all uniforms for each team as required at the beginning of the fall season and for new players for the spring season.  He/she shall obtain board approval for the uniform selected for each playing year.  He/she shall also be responsible for obtaining balls, cones, nets, flags and other such equipment as required to support NFWASA and NFWASA teams during the playing year.  He/she shall be responsible for ordering and distributing trophies for each player at the end of each season.  “Participation” trophies shall be awarded for all U9 and younger teams.   U10 and older teams shall be awarded trophies for placing 1st or 2nd in their division; or for placing 3rd provided they have won a minimum of 70% of their league games.

Proposed:

Equipment Director

2.7.8.            The Equipment Director shall be responsible for ordering and distributing all uniforms for each team as required at the beginning of the fall season and for new players for the spring season.  He/she shall obtain board approval for the uniform selected for each playing year.  He/she shall also be responsible for obtaining balls, cones, nets, flags and other such equipment as required to support NFWASA and NFWASA teams during the playing year.  He/she shall be responsible for ordering and distributing trophies for each player at the end of each season.  “Participation” trophies shall be awarded for all U8 and younger teams.   U9 and older teams shall be awarded trophies for placing 1st or 2nd in their division; or for placing 3rd provided they have won or tied a minimum of 70% of their league games.

Explanation:

Each season the U9 coaches choose to not pick up their U9 participation trophies costing the association unnecessary monies. Because U9 signals the start of score keeping and standings, place ment trophies make sense. The notation os “or tied” should be added so teams are not punished for draws.

Bylaw Change #5

Currently:

2.7.            (ARTICLE VII) – OFFICERS:  Power and Duties 

President 

2.7.1.      The President shall be the principal executive officer of the Association and shall in general, supervise the business and affairs of the Association.  He/she shall preside at all Association meetings, unless he/she otherwise empowers another Director to perform in his absence.  He/she shall appoint committees as deemed necessary, assign duties to Directors and Officers as required, take prudent and reasonable action in circumstances not covered in the by laws, and such authority is implicit in the office.  He/she is ex-officio voting member of all Committees.  He/she shall cast the deciding vote in the event of a tie in any meeting, or he/she may waive the right to do so.  He/she may sign with the Secretary/Treasurer or any other proper Officer of the Association authorized by the Board of Directors any deed, mortgages, bonds, contracts, or other instruments which the Board of Directors have authorized to be executed, except in the cases where the signing and execution thereof shall be expressly delegated to the Board of Directors by these by laws or by statue of some other Officer or agent of the Association.  The President with the Secretary/Treasurer or other authorized Officer may sign checks and pay indebtedness up to $300.00 without seeking express authorization from the Board of Directors. He/She shall designate a Parliamentarian for all General and Board meetings. He/she shall also serve as the NFWASA representative to the Northern Mid-Cities Soccer League (NMCSL) and attend, or designate another board member to attend, all NMCSL meetings.

First Vice President (Appeals and Discipline (A&D)) 

2.7.2.      The First Vice President shall succeed to the office of President in the event that office becomes vacant.  He/she shall serve in that office until the next regularly scheduled Board meeting, at which time the Board of Directors will appoint a President to serve until an election can be held at the next Annual Election to fill the office of President.  The First Vice-President shall succeed to the powers of the President in his/her absence.  He/she shall be responsible for seeing that the administrative policies and operation of the Association are carried out.  He/she shall be the NTSSA delegate and attend, or designate another board member to attend, all NTSSA meetings.             

He/she shall chair the Appeals and Disciplinary Committee in accordance with NFWASA and NTSSA A&D policies.  The A&D Chairman will select the panel to chair hearings from the A&D Committee pool.  He/she shall be responsible for scheduling, conducting, and chairing all A&D committee meetings and reporting the results of hearings to NFWASA, Northern Mid-Cities Soccer League (NMCSL) and NTSSA.  The First Vice-President may select an alternate A&D Chairman to chair hearings by a majority vote of the A&D Committee and with approval of the President.  In the event the A&D Chairman is involved in the incident in question, the NFWASA President will select an alternate A&D Chairman.

Coaches Director (Second Vice-President)

2.7.3.      The Coaches Director shall notify all coaches of meetings, clinics, and any other activities as deemed necessary by the Board.  He/she shall oversee the age Commissioners, responsible for informing each Commissioner of any activities and information that must be communicated to the coaches.  He/she shall succeed to the powers of the President in the absence of both the President and First Vice-President.  He/she shall be responsible for identifying coaching candidates and maintaining the coaching list, including license information.  He/she shall be responsible for promoting coaching education and other developmental coaching activities, including the responsibility for scheduling of coaching clinics.

Registrar 

2.7.4.      The Registrar shall be responsible for the registration and eligibility of all players, coaches and teams within the jurisdiction of the Association, and shall forward registration information to NTSSA.  He/she shall be the chair for the Registration Committee.

Secretary/Treasurer 

2.7.5.      The Secretary/Treasurer shall record the minutes of all meetings, attend to all correspondence, keep records for NFWASA, and remind each Director of the Board of all meetings.  He/she shall collect all monies, keep a detailed account of income and expenses, maintain a NFWASA checking account, pay all fees and expenses as authorized by the Board, coordinate the preparation of budgets, and submit a financial report at each monthly meeting.  He/she shall chair the Finance Committee whose roles include the creation of an annual budget for NFWASA He/she shall provide the annual budget to the Board for final review at the June Board Meeting.  He/she shall be responsible for filing the annual tax return through NTSSA each year.

Scheduling Director

2.7.6.      The Scheduling Director shall be responsible for the scheduling of all season and playoff games including recreational league games as well as other games played on NFWASA fields including Alliance club and academy games..  He/she shall attend all scheduling meetings with other identified Associations.  He/she shall deliver the appropriate number of copies, for the current season game schedule, to all Commissioners.  .  He/she shall be responsible for other miscellaneous scheduling activities including, but not limited to, Team Scheduled Practice Times, coordinating Picture Scheduling with the Special Events Coordinator and Scheduling for NFWASA hosted Tournament Games.

Referee Director/Assignor

2.7.7.      The Referee Director shall maintain a current certified NTSSA Assignor license.  He/she will be responsible for informing all Referees, Assistant and Associate Referees, and potential candidates, of all clinics, re-certification classes, and upgrade clinics.  He/she shall schedule and oversee referee meetings, minimum of 1 per season, to update all Referees of FIFA/USSF and/or NFWASA rule and by law changes.  He/she shall be responsible for scheduling and assigning Referees for all NFWASA home league and playoff games including recreational league games as well as other games played on NFWASA fields including Alliance club and academy games and NFWASA hosted tournament games.  He/she is responsible for observing referee activities and developing methods to assist with referee development and improvement.  He/she will be paid for each game scheduled based on a fee as agreed upon by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.  As a paid member of the association, he/she does not have voting authority for Board decisions.

Equipment Director

2.7.8.      The Equipment Director shall be responsible for ordering and distributing all uniforms for each team as required at the beginning of the fall season and for new players for the spring season.  He/she shall obtain board approval for the uniform selected for each playing year.  He/she shall also be responsible for obtaining balls, cones, nets, flags and other such equipment as required to support NFWASA and NFWASA teams during the playing year.  He/she shall be responsible for ordering and distributing trophies for each player at the end of each season.  “Participation” trophies shall be awarded for all U9 and younger teams.   U10 and older teams shall be awarded trophies for placing 1st or 2nd in their division; or for placing 3rd provided they have won a minimum of 70% of their league games.

Field Director

2.7.9.      The Field Director shall be responsible for coordinating all work and costs for field maintenance and development.  He/she will be responsible for working with the City of Fort Worth Parks and Recreation division, the City of Fort Worth Athletics Department, the Keller Independent School District (KISD), the Summerfields Baptist Church and the NFWASA Board of Directors for continued field maintenance and development for NFWASA and City of Fort Worth fields within NFWASA boundaries.  He/she is responsible for ensuring the fields are properly maintained at all times prior to and during each season, to include making the fields safe and prepared for practice and game use.  Preparation for game activities includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the fields are lined, the goals are in a safe and secure condition and the nets are in good condition.

Special Events Coordinator

2.7.9.            The Special Events Coordinator shall be responsible for the miscellaneous special event activities during each season; including, but not limited to Concessions, Tournament Special Events, Public Relations, Promotions, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Pictures, etc.  The Special Events Coordinator shall act in the role of public relations for NFWASA responsible for publicizing the activities of the Association. He/She shall also be responsible for informing the public of the time and place of registration for each season and for publishing a newsletter as funds permit. He/She shall be responsible for the organization and coordination of efforts to obtain supplemental funding which may be in the form of sponsorships, grants, donations, etc. He/She will coordinate the taking and distribution of team pictures with the selected picture company.

Proposed:

2.7.            (ARTICLE VII) – OFFICERS:  Power and Duties

President

2.7.1.      The President shall be the principal executive officer of the Association and shall in general, supervise the business and affairs of the Association.  He/she shall preside at all Association meetings, unless he/she otherwise empowers another Director to perform in his absence.  He/she shall appoint committees as deemed necessary, assign duties to Directors and Officers as required, take prudent and reasonable action in circumstances not covered in the by laws, and such authority is implicit in the office.  He/she is ex-officio voting member of all Committees.  He/she shall cast the deciding vote in the event of a tie in any meeting, or he/she may waive the right to do so.  He/she may sign with the Secretary/Treasurer or any other proper Officer of the Association authorized by the Board of Directors any deed, mortgages, bonds, contracts, or other instruments which the Board of Directors have authorized to be executed, except in the cases where the signing and execution thereof shall be expressly delegated to the Board of Directors by these by laws or by statue of some other Officer or agent of the Association.  The President with the Secretary/Treasurer or other authorized Officer may sign checks and pay indebtedness up to $300.00 without seeking express authorization from the Board of Directors. He/She shall designate a Parliamentarian for all General and Board meetings. He/she shall also serve as the NFWASA representative to the Northern Mid-Cities Soccer League (NMCSL) and attend, or designate another board member to attend, all NMCSL meetings.

First Vice President (Appeals and Discipline (A&D))

2.7.2.      The First Vice President shall succeed to the office of President in the event that office becomes vacant.  He/she shall serve in that office until the next regularly scheduled Board meeting, at which time the Board of Directors will appoint a President to serve until an election can be held at the next Annual Election to fill the office of President.  The First Vice-President shall succeed to the powers of the President in his/her absence.  He/she shall be responsible for seeing that the administrative policies and operation of the Association are carried out.  He/she shall be the NTSSA delegate and attend, or designate another board member to attend, all NTSSA meetings.             

He/she shall chair the Appeals and Disciplinary Committee in accordance with NFWASA and NTSSA A&D policies.  The A&D Chairman will select the panel to chair hearings from the A&D Committee pool.  He/she shall be responsible for scheduling, conducting, and chairing all A&D committee meetings and reporting the results of hearings to NFWASA, Northern Mid-Cities Soccer League (NMCSL) and NTSSA.  The First Vice-President may select an alternate A&D Chairman to chair hearings by a majority vote of the A&D Committee and with approval of the President.  In the event the A&D Chairman is involved in the incident in question, the NFWASA President will select an alternate A&D Chairman.

Coaches Director (Second Vice-President)

2.7.3.      The Coaches Director shall notify all coaches of meetings, clinics, and any other activities as deemed necessary by the Board.  He/she shall oversee the age Commissioners, responsible for informing each Commissioner of any activities and information that must be communicated to the coaches.  He/she shall succeed to the powers of the President in the absence of both the President and First Vice-President.  He/she shall be responsible for identifying coaching candidates and maintaining the coaching list, including license information.  He/she shall be responsible for promoting coaching education and other developmental coaching activities, including the responsibility for scheduling of coaching clinics.

Registrar

2.7.4.      The Registrar shall be responsible for the registration and eligibility of all players, coaches and teams within the jurisdiction of the Association, and shall forward registration information to NTSSA.  He/she shall be the chair for the Registration Committee.

Secretary/Treasurer

2.7.5.      The Secretary/Treasurer shall record the minutes of all meetings, attend to all correspondence, keep records for NFWASA, and remind each Director of the Board of all meetings.  He/she shall collect all monies, keep a detailed account of income and expenses, maintain a NFWASA checking account, pay all fees and expenses as authorized by the Board, coordinate the preparation of budgets, and submit a financial report at each monthly meeting.  He/she shall chair the Finance Committee whose roles include the creation of an annual budget for NFWASA He/she shall provide the annual budget to the Board for final review at the June Board Meeting.  He/she shall be responsible for filing the annual tax return through NTSSA each year.

Scheduling Director

2.7.6.      The Scheduling Director shall be responsible for the scheduling of all season and playoff games including recreational league games as well as other games played on NFWASA fields including Alliance club and academy games..  He/she shall attend all scheduling meetings with other identified Associations.  He/she shall deliver the appropriate number of copies, for the current season game schedule, to all Commissioners.  .  He/she shall be responsible for other miscellaneous scheduling activities including, but not limited to, Team Scheduled Practice Times, coordinating Picture Scheduling with the Special Events Coordinator and Scheduling for NFWASA hosted Tournament Games.

Referee Director/Assignor

2.7.7.      The Referee Director shall maintain a current certified NTSSA Assignor license.  He/she will be responsible for informing all Referees, Assistant and Associate Referees, and potential candidates, of all clinics, re-certification classes, and upgrade clinics.  He/she shall schedule and oversee referee meetings, minimum of 1 per season, to update all Referees of FIFA/USSF and/or NFWASA rule and by law changes.  He/she shall be responsible for scheduling and assigning Referees for all NFWASA home league and playoff games including recreational league games as well as other games played on NFWASA fields including Alliance club and academy games and NFWASA hosted tournament games.  He/she is responsible for observing referee activities and developing methods to assist with referee development and improvement.  He/she will be paid for each game scheduled based on a fee as agreed upon by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.  As a paid member of the association, he/she does not have voting authority for Board decisions.

Equipment Director

2.7.8.      The Equipment Director shall be responsible for ordering and distributing all uniforms for each team as required at the beginning of the fall season and for new players for the spring season.  He/she shall obtain board approval for the uniform selected for each playing year.  He/she shall also be responsible for obtaining balls, cones, nets, flags and other such equipment as required to support NFWASA and NFWASA teams during the playing year.  He/she shall be responsible for ordering and distributing trophies for each player at the end of each season.  “Participation” trophies shall be awarded for all U9 and younger teams.   U10 and older teams shall be awarded trophies for placing 1st or 2nd in their division; or for placing 3rd provided they have won a minimum of 70% of their league games.

Field Director

2.7.9.      The Field Director shall be responsible for coordinating all work and costs for field maintenance and development.  He/she will be responsible for working with the City of Fort Worth Parks and Recreation division, the City of Fort Worth Athletics Department, the Keller Independent School District (KISD), the Summerfields Baptist Church and the NFWASA Board of Directors for continued field maintenance and development for NFWASA and City of Fort Worth fields within NFWASA boundaries.  He/she is responsible for ensuring the fields are properly maintained at all times prior to and during each season, to include making the fields safe and prepared for practice and game use.  Preparation for game activities includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the fields are lined, the goals are in a safe and secure condition and the nets are in good condition.

Special Events Coordinator

2.7.10.  The Special Events Coordinator shall be responsible for the miscellaneous special event activities during each season; including, but not limited to Concessions, Tournament Special Events, Public Relations, Promotions, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Pictures, etc.  The Special Events Coordinator shall act in the role of public relations for NFWASA responsible for publicizing the activities of the Association. He/She shall also be responsible for informing the public of the time and place of registration for each season and for publishing a newsletter as funds permit. He/She shall be responsible for the organization and coordination of efforts to obtain supplemental funding which may be in the form of sponsorships, grants, donations, etc. He/She will coordinate the taking and distribution of team pictures with the selected picture company.

Player Development/Academy Director

2.7.10.5.    The Player Development/ Academy Director shall be responsible primarily for the wholesale development programs and opportunities that shall affect a large portion of our active membership. He/she shall work other board members to actively conduct camps and the identification and implementation of other skill building special events. As Academy Director this person shall oversee the day to day operations as required by the academy. This includes but is not limited to: identify potential coaches and identify team managers and the dissimulation of information to these individuals, work with board to actively plan academy activities, identify potential academy improvements, et al.

Explanation:

To officially state the duties of this formally created position.

Bylaw Change #6

Currently:

Committees

2.7.13.  The Board of Directors shall have the authority to remove individuals from committees or subcommittees or eliminate subcommittees and committees as necessary.

2.7.14.  The Board of Directors may remove the Chairman of a sport committee by a majority vote.

2.7.15.  Unless otherwise provided in the resolution of the Board of Directors designating a committee, a majority of the whole committee shall constitute a quorum.

2.7.16.  Appeals and Disciplinary Committee                                         

The Committee will investigate all appeals to the Board and cases of serious infractions of the Association rules. The Committee will forward its findings to the Board with a recommendation of action. The Board may accept, reject or modify the Committee's recommendation as it chooses.  The First Vice-President shall act as the Committee chairman.  Additional Committee members shall include two other members selected by the First Vice-President and approved by the Board.  The First Vice-President and the Committee may select an alternate chairperson for A&D hearings by board approval, as they deem necessary.

2.7.17.  Nominating Committee                                                             

The Nominating Committee will recruit, screen and recommend candidates for Board positions that are to be elected in the spring.  The committee will perform the same duties for Board positions that become vacant before the term of that office normally expires.  The Committee shall also be responsible for directing the annual elections including the creation of the ballot (in accordance with 2.6.2).  Committee members shall include a chairman and two other members appointed by the President with the consent of the Board.

2.7.18.  Finance Committee                                                                   

The Finance Committee will monitor the receipts and expenditures of the Association and will ensure that the non-profit status of the Association is protected. The Committee shall direct the preparation of the annual budget. The Committee will review the adequacy of the Association's funds, recommending uses for surpluses and alerting the Board of potential shortages and ensuring to maintain the integrity of the non-profit status.  The Committee shall help prepare and submit the annual tax return.  Committee members shall include the Treasurer as chairman, one of the President or First Vice-President, and an Association member with experience in the financial area selected by the Treasurer or by the President.

2.7.19.  Executive Committee                                                                

The Executive Committee will be called to meet as needed to act on an emergency basis.  This committee will have the power to act on behalf of the Board, with actions to be provided in writing by postal mail or e-mail to the Board within 3 days of the decision and subject to further review at the next scheduled board meeting.  A majority vote of the Executive Committee is required in order for any actions to be taken.  Committee members shall include the President as chairman, the First Vice-President, and three (3) appointed by the President from the following list:  Coaches Director, Secretary/Treasurer, Registrar, Special Events, Scheduling Director, Field Director, or Equipment Director. The President can appoint the additional three (3) committee members on a revolving basis as necessary to support the required committee membership.

2.7.20.  Registration Committee                                                             

The Registration Committee will be responsible for the fall and spring registration.  This responsibility shall include, but not be limited to:

1.      Selecting the date(s), times(s) and location(s).

2.      Entering all necessary registration data (coaches and players).

3.      Preparing and copying all necessary team/coach/player documentation.

4.      Preparing and distributing all necessary team/coaching documentation for the fall and spring coaches meetings.

Proposed:

Committees

2.7.13.  The Board of Directors shall have the authority to remove individuals from committees or subcommittees or eliminate subcommittees and committees as necessary.

2.7.14.  The Board of Directors may remove the Chairman of a sport committee by a majority vote.

2.7.15.  Unless otherwise provided in the resolution of the Board of Directors designating a committee, a majority of the whole committee shall constitute a quorum.

2.7.16.  Appeals and Disciplinary Committee                                         

The Committee will investigate all appeals to the Board and cases of serious infractions of the Association rules. The Committee will forward its findings to the Board with a recommendation of action. The Board may accept, reject or modify the Committee's recommendation as it chooses.  The First Vice-President shall act as the Committee chairman.  Additional Committee members shall include two other members selected by the First Vice-President and approved by the Board.  The First Vice-President and the Committee may select an alternate chairperson for A&D hearings by board approval, as they deem necessary.

2.7.17.  Nominating Committee                                                             

The Nominating Committee will recruit, screen and recommend candidates for Board positions that are to be elected in the spring.  The committee will perform the same duties for Board positions that become vacant before the term of that office normally expires.  The Committee shall also be responsible for directing the annual elections including the creation of the ballot (in accordance with 2.6.2).  Committee members shall include a chairman and two other members appointed by the President with the consent of the Board.

2.7.18.  Finance Committee                                                                   

The Finance Committee will monitor the receipts and expenditures of the Association and will ensure that the non-profit status of the Association is protected. The Committee shall direct the preparation of the annual budget. The Committee will review the adequacy of the Association's funds, recommending uses for surpluses and alerting the Board of potential shortages and ensuring to maintain the integrity of the non-profit status.  The Committee shall help prepare and submit the annual tax return.  Committee members shall include the Treasurer as chairman, one of the President or First Vice-President, and an Association member with experience in the financial area selected by the Treasurer or by the President.

2.7.19.  Executive Committee                                                                

The Executive Committee will be called to meet as needed to act on an emergency basis.  This committee will have the power to act on behalf of the Board, with actions to be provided in writing by postal mail or e-mail to the Board within 3 days of the decision and subject to further review at the next scheduled board meeting.  A majority vote of the Executive Committee is required in order for any actions to be taken.  Committee members shall include the President as chairman, the First Vice-President, and three (3) appointed by the President from the following list:  Coaches Director, Secretary/Treasurer, Registrar, Special Events, Scheduling Director, Field Director, or Equipment Director. The President can appoint the additional three (3) committee members on a revolving basis as necessary to support the required committee membership.

2.7.20.  Registration Committee                                                             

The Registration Committee will be responsible for the fall and spring registration.  This responsibility shall include, but not be limited to:

1.      Selecting the date(s), times(s) and location(s).

2.      Entering all necessary registration data (coaches and players).

3.      Preparing and copying all necessary team/coach/player documentation.

4.      Preparing and distributing all necessary team/coaching documentation for the fall and spring coaches meetings.

2.7.21      Special Events/Tournament Committee

The Special Events/Tournament Committee shall be responsible for the identification, researching and conducting of all special events held in the interest of NFWASA or AFC.  Responsibility shall include, but is not limited to:

1.                  Advertising and/or sponsorship efforts for revenue generation.

2.                  Advertising for registration and other regular occuring events.

3.                  Work with player development director for advertising for camps/clinics.

4.                  Public affairs opportunities.

5.                  Work closely with tournament director for planning and conducting of Fossilfest and any other tournaments.

Explanation:

To create and describe the responsibilities of committee.

Bylaw Change #7

Currently:

Special Events Coordinator

2.7.10.        The Special Events Coordinator shall be responsible for the miscellaneous special event activities during each season; including, but not limited to Concessions, Tournament Special Events, Public Relations, Promotions, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Pictures, etc.  The Special Events Coordinator shall act in the role of public relations for NFWASA responsible for publicizing the activities of the Association. He/She shall also be responsible for informing the public of the time and place of registration for each season and for publishing a newsletter as funds permit. He/She shall be responsible for the organization and coordination of efforts to obtain supplemental funding which may be in the form of sponsorships, grants, donations, etc. He/She will coordinate the taking and distribution of team pictures with the selected picture company

Proposed:

Special Events Coordinator

2.7.10.  The Special Events Coordinator shall be responsible for the miscellaneous special event activities during each season; including, but not limited to Concessions, Tournament Special Events, Public Relations, Promotions, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Pictures, etc.  The Special Events Coordinator shall act in the role of public relations for NFWASA responsible for publicizing the activities of the Association. He/She shall also be responsible for informing the public of the time and place of registration for each season and for publishing a newsletter as funds permit. He/She shall be responsible for the organization and coordination of efforts to obtain supplemental funding which may be in the form of sponsorships, grants, donations, etc. He/She will coordinate the taking and distribution of team pictures with the selected picture company. The Special Events Coordinator shall chair the special events committee.

Explanation:

To appoint the Special Events coordinator as chair of Special Events Committee

ByLaw Change #8

Currently:

Chapter 3.15

Modified Playing Rules for Under 5 and Under 6

Modified Playing Rules for Under 5 and Under 6

1. Opposing parent/coaches and players should shake hands after each game.
2. Do not record league standings.
3. Do not record final score.
4. Participation awards for ALL--no trophies or awards just for the best team.
5. Parent/coaches, non-playing players, parents and spectators should be located not less than three (3) yards from outside the touchline, nor should they be closer than ten (10) yards to the goal line.
6. NO individual should be allowed to run the length of the field except participants of the game.
7. Parent/coaches should not coach or instruct players during the game.
8. No alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will be consumed or allowed near the playing area

3.15.1 Law I – The Field

1. Markings:
1. Distinctive lines not more than five (5) inches wide.
2. A halfway line shall be marked out across the field.
3. A center circle with a five (5) yard radius.
4. Four corner arcs each with a two (2) foot radius.
5. Goal area – None

3.15.2 Law II – The Ball

1. Size three (3).

3.15.3 Law III – Number of Players

1. Maximum number of players on the field at any one time – Three (3) There shall be no goalkeeper.
2. Maximum number of players on the roster should not exceed –  Six (6)
3. Substitutions
1. Injuries.
2. See Law VII.
4. Playing Time: Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of the total playing time.
5. Teams and games may be coed.

3.15.4 Law IV – Player Equipment

1. Player equipment must conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

1. Footwear: Tennis shoes or soft-cleated soccer shoes.

3.15.5 Law V - Referee

1. Parent/Coach or Assistant.
2. Referee’s decisions on points of fact connected with the game shall be final.
3. All rule infractions shall be briefly explained to the offending player.

3.15.6 Law VI – Assistant Referee

1. None.

3.15.7 Law VII – Duration of Game

1. The game shall be divided into four (4) equal ten (10) minute quarters.
2. There shall be a two (2) minute break between quarter one (1) and quarter two (2), and another two (2) minute break between quarters three (3) and four (4).
3. There shall be a half-time break of five (5) minutes between quarters two (2) and three (3).

3.15.8 Law VIII – The Start of the Play

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be three (3) yards from the center mark while kicking off is in progress.

3.15.9 Law IX – Ball In and Out of Play

1. Conform to FIFA.

3.15.10 Law X - Method Of Scoring

1. Conform to FIFA.

3.15.11 Law XI – Off-Side

1. There shall be no off-side.

3.15.12 Law XII – Fouls and Misconduct

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

1. All fouls will result in an indirect free kick with the opponents three (3) yards away.
2. The Referee must explain all infractions to the offending player.
3. No caution or ejections shall be issued to players except by an independent neutral referee.

3.15.13 Law XIII - Free Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
1. Shall be classified under one heading – indirect.
2. A goal may not be scored until the ball has been played or touched by a second player of either team.
3. Opponents must be three (3) yards away.

3.15.14 Law XIV - Penalty Kick

1. No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

3.15.15 Law XV – Throw-in

1. Replaced by a kick-in.
2. Kick-in is an indirect free kick from the sideline.
3. Opponents must be three (3) yards away.

3.15.16 Law XVI - Goal Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
1. Goal kick may be taken from any point two (2) to three (3) yards from the goal.
2. Opponents must be three (3) yards away from the ball.

3.15.17 Law XVII - Corner Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be three (3) yards away from the ball.

Proposed:

Chapter 3.15

Modified Playing Rules for Under 5 and Under 6  (Note any U4 teams shall follow any and all U5 playing rules as noted in Chapter 3.15)

Modified Playing Rules for Under 5 and Under 6

9. Opposing parent/coaches and players should shake hands after each game.
10. Do not record league standings.
11. Do not record final score.
12. Participation awards for ALL--no trophies or awards just for the best team.
13. Parent/coaches, non-playing players, parents and spectators should be located not less than three (3) yards from outside the touchline, nor should they be closer than ten (10) yards to the goal line.
14. NO individual should be allowed to run the length of the field except participants of the game.
15. Parent/coaches should not coach or instruct players during the game.
16. No alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will be consumed or allowed near the playing area

3.15.1 Law I – The Field

2. Markings:
1. Distinctive lines not more than five (5) inches wide.
2. A halfway line shall be marked out across the field.
3. A center circle with a five (5) yard radius.
4. Four corner arcs each with a two (2) foot radius.
5. Goal area – None

3.15.2 Law II – The Ball

2. Size three (3).

3.15.3 Law III – Number of Players

6. Maximum number of players on the field at any one time – Three (3) There shall be no goalkeeper.
7. Maximum number of players on the roster should not exceed –  Six (6)
8. Substitutions
1. Injuries.
2. See Law VII.
9. Playing Time: Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of the total playing time.
10. Teams and games may be coed.

3.15.4 Law IV – Player Equipment

2. Player equipment must conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

2. Footwear: Tennis shoes or soft-cleated soccer shoes.

3.15.5 Law V - Referee

4. Parent/Coach or Assistant.
5. Referee’s decisions on points of fact connected with the game shall be final.
6. All rule infractions shall be briefly explained to the offending player.

3.15.6 Law VI – Assistant Referee

2. None.

3.15.7 Law VII – Duration of Game

4. The game shall be divided into four (4) equal ten (10) minute quarters.
5. There shall be a two (2) minute break between quarter one (1) and quarter two (2), and another two (2) minute break between quarters three (3) and four (4).
6. There shall be a half-time break of five (5) minutes between quarters two (2) and three (3).

3.15.8 Law VIII – The Start of the Play

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be three (3) yards from the center mark while kicking off is in progress.

3.15.9 Law IX – Ball In and Out of Play

2. Conform to FIFA.

3.15.10 Law X - Method Of Scoring

2. Conform to FIFA.

3.15.11 Law XI – Off-Side

2. There shall be no off-side.

3.15.12 Law XII – Fouls and Misconduct

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

4. All fouls will result in an indirect free kick with the opponents three (3) yards away.
5. The Referee must explain all infractions to the offending player.
6. No caution or ejections shall be issued to players except by an independent neutral referee.

3.15.13 Law XIII - Free Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
1. Shall be classified under one heading – indirect.
2. A goal may not be scored until the ball has been played or touched by a second player of either team.
3. Opponents must be three (3) yards away.

3.15.14 Law XIV - Penalty Kick

2. No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

3.15.15 Law XV – Throw-in

4. Replaced by a kick-in.
5. Kick-in is an indirect free kick from the sideline.
6. Opponents must be three (3) yards away.

3.15.16 Law XVI - Goal Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
1. Goal kick may be taken from any point two (2) to three (3) yards from the goal.
2. Opponents must be three (3) yards away from the ball.

3.15.17 Law XVII - Corner Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be three (3) yards away from the ball.

Explanation: To officially state how U4 games shall be played.

Bylaw Change #9

Currently:

Chapter 3.16

Modified Playing Rules for Under 7

Modified Playing Rules for Under 7

1. Opposing parent/coaches and players should shake hands after each game.
2. Do not record league standings.
3. Do not record final score.
4. Participation awards for ALL--no trophies or awards just for the best team.
5. Parent/coaches, non-playing players, parents and spectators should be located not less than three (3) yards from outside the touchline, nor should they be closer than ten (10) yards to the goal line.
6. NO individual should be allowed to run the length of the field except participants of the game.
7. Parent/coaches should not coach or instruct players during the game.
8. No alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will be consumed or allowed near the playing area

3.16.1 LAW I - The Field

1. Markings:
1. Distinctive lines not more than five (5) inches wide.
2. A halfway line shall be marked out across the field.
3. A center circle with a five (5) yard radius.
4. Four corner arcs each with a two (2) foot radius.
5. Goal area three (3) yards from each goal post and three (3) yards into the field of play joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal line.

3.16.2 LAW II - The Ball

1. Size three (3)

3.16.3 LAW III - Number of Players

1. Maximum number of players on the field at any one time –four (4). There are NO goalkeepers.
2. Maximum number of players on the roster should not exceed – eight (8).
3. Minimum number of players required to field a team – four (4).
4. Substitutions:

a.       Injuries.

b.      See Law VII.

5. Playing Time: Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of all total playing time.
6. Teams and games may be co-ed.

3.16.4 Law V - Referee

1. Registered Referee.
2. Associate Referees.
3. Parent/Coach or Assistant.
4. Referee’s decisions on points of fact connected with the game shall be final.
5. All rule infractions shall be briefly explained to the offending player.
6. Only registered referees have the power to caution or send off players.

3.16.5 Law VI - Assistant Referee

1. None

3.16.6 Law VII – Duration of Game

1. The game shall be divided into four (4) equal twelve (12) minute quarters.
2. There shall be a two (2) minute break between quarter one (1) and quarter two (2), and another two (2) minute break between quarters three (3) and four (4).
3. There shall be a half-time break of five (5) minutes between quarters two (2) and three.

3.16.7 Law VIII – The Start of Play

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be five (5) yards from the center mark while kicking off is in progress.

3.16.8 Law IX – Ball In and Out of Play

1. Conform to FIFA.

3.16.9 Law X – Method of Scoring

1. Conform to FIFA.

3.16.10 Law XI – Off-side

1. There shall be no off-side.

3.16.11 Law XII – Fouls and Misconduct

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

1. All fouls will result in an indirect free kick with the opponents five (5) yards away.
2. The Referee must explain all infractions to the offending player.
3. No caution or ejections shall be issued to players except by an independent neutral referee.

3.16.12 Law XIII – Free Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions.

1. Shall be classified under one heading - indirect.
2. A goal may not be scored until the ball has been played or touched by a second player of either team.
3. Opponents must be five (5) yards away.
4. No kicks shall be taken by the attacking team within the defending team’s goal box.

3.16.13 Law XIV – Penalty Kick

1. No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

3.16.14 Law XV – Throw-in

1. Replaced by a kick-in.
2. Kick-in is an indirect free kick from the sideline.
3. Opponents must be five (5) yards away.

3.16.15 Law XVI – Goal Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

1. Goal kick may be taken from any point inside the goal area.
2. Opponents must be five (5) yards away from the ball.

3.16.16 Law XVII – Corner Kick

1. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:

1. Opponents must be five (5) yards away from the ball.
2. Corner kicks are indirect free kicks.

Proposed:

Chapter 3.16

Modified Playing Rules for Under 7

9. Opposing parent/coaches and players should shake hands after each game.
10. Do not record league standings.
11. Do not record final score.
12. Participation awards for ALL--no trophies or awards just for the best team.
13. Parent/coaches, non-playing players, parents and spectators should be located not less than three (3) yards from outside the touchline, nor should they be closer than ten (10) yards to the goal line.
14. NO individual should be allowed to run the length of the field except participants of the game.
15. Parent/coaches should not coach or instruct players during the game.
16. No alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will be consumed or allowed near the playing area

3.16.1 LAW I - The Field

2. Markings:
1. Distinctive lines not more than five (5) inches wide.
2. A halfway line shall be marked out across the field.
3. A center circle with a five (5) yard radius.
4. Four corner arcs each with a two (2) foot radius.
5. Goal area three (3) yards from each goal post and three (3) yards into the field of play joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal line.

3.16.2 LAW II - The Ball

2. Size three (3)

3.16.3 LAW III - Number of Players

5. Maximum number of players on the field at any one time –four (4). There are NO goalkeepers.
6. Maximum number of players on the roster should not exceed – eight (8).
7. Minimum number of players required to field a team – four (4).
8. Substitutions:

a.       Injuries.

b.      See Law VII.

7. Playing Time: Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of all total playing time.
8. Teams and games may be co-ed.

3.16.4 Law V - Referee

7. Registered Referee.
8. Associate Referees.
9. Parent/Coach or Assistant.
10. Referee’s decisions on points of fact connected with the game shall be final.
11. All rule infractions shall be briefly explained to the offending player.
12. Only registered referees have the power to caution or send off players.

3.16.5 Law VI - Assistant Referee

2. None

3.16.6 Law VII – Duration of Game

4. The game shall be divided into four (4) equal twelve (12) minute quarters.
5. There shall be a two (2) minute break between quarter one (1) and quarter two (2), and another two (2) minute break between quarters three (3) and four (4).
6. There shall be a half-time break of five (5) minutes between quarters two (2) and three.

3.16.7 Law VIII – The Start of Play

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:
1. Opponents must be five (5) yards from the center mark while kicking off is in progress.

3.16.8 Law IX – Ball In and Out of Play

2. Conform to FIFA.

3.16.9 Law X – Method of Scoring

2. Conform to FIFA.

3.16.10 Law XI – Off-side

2. There shall be no off-side.

3.16.11 Law XII – Fouls and Misconduct

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

4. All fouls will result in an indirect free kick with the opponents five (5) yards away.
5. The Referee must explain all infractions to the offending player.
6. No caution or ejections shall be issued to players except by an independent neutral referee.

3.16.12 Law XIII – Free Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions.

5. Shall be classified under one heading - indirect.
6. A goal may not be scored until the ball has been played or touched by a second player of either team.
7. Opponents must be five (5) yards away.
8. No kicks shall be taken by the attacking team within the defending team’s goal box.

3.16.13 Law XIV – Penalty Kick

2. No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

3.16.14 Law XV – Throw-in

2.   Confirm to FIFA with the following exception:

A.  A second throw-in must be allowed if the player commits a foul on initial attempt. The referee shall explain the proper method before allowing the player to re-throw.

3.16.15 Law XVI – Goal Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:

3. Goal kick may be taken from any point inside the goal area.
4. Opponents must be five (5) yards away from the ball.

3.16.16 Law XVII – Corner Kick

2. Conform to FIFA with the following exception:

3. Opponents must be five (5) yards away from the ball.
4. Corner kicks are indirect free kicks.

Explanation:

To introduce the throw in at U7 to start the development of this often over looked important fundamental skill.