Board of Directors and BYLAWS
Board Members
Justin Wheat - President
Jon Essary - Secretary
Tom Krembs - Treasurer
David Hester
Tony Cicala
JW Irvin
Vacancy - To be filled at the annual election.
Open board positions will be posted here when available
Board Member Nomination Process
Policy: DeSoto BMX is committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent nomination and election process for Board membership. The Board values diverse skills, including business and financial expertise, BMX experience, and other qualities that enhance board effectiveness. The board consists of seven members, elected by Places 1 through 7, with staggered terms to ensure continuity.
Definition of Ridership: Ridership includes all USA BMX members in District TX-01 who are 18 years or older. For families with riders under 18, one parent or guardian may represent the family.
Important: To be considered for a board position, individuals must be nominated by an eligible member of the ridership. Self-nominations are not permitted.
1. Notification
- At least 30 days before filling a board position, the vacancy will be announced on the DeSoto BMX website and social media.
2. Eligibility Criteria for Nominators
- Ridership Duration: Must have been a TX-01 rider for at least 12 consecutive months.
- Participation: Must have competed in at least 20 single-point races at DeSoto BMX in the past 12 months.
- Self-Nomination: Nominators cannot nominate themselves.
3. Eligibility Criteria for Nominees
- Ridership Requirement: Must be a current USA BMX member in District TX-01.
- Participation: Must have competed in at least 20 single-point races at DeSoto BMX in the past 12 months.
- Residency: Must have been an active TX-01 member for at least three consecutive years.
- Other Requirements: Must pass a criminal background check and be 18 or older on the election date.
4. Nomination Submission
- Nominations are open for 30 days following the announcement. Eligible nominators can submit nominations to the Board Secretary, including a brief profile of the nominee. Nominees then have 10 days to submit their qualifications.
5. Election Process
- An election committee will oversee the nomination and election process to ensure compliance.
- The Board votes on nominees at the annual meeting or a special meeting. If a nominee does not receive a majority, the process is repeated until the position is filled.
6. Mid-Term Vacancies
- If a position becomes vacant mid-term, it will remain open until the next scheduled election. If the next election is more than six months away, a special election will be held.
Note: The complete policy and detailed instructions for the nomination process will be posted on the DeSoto BMX website when board positions become available. For those interested in reviewing it sooner, the full policy is also available upon request.
Contact Our Board of Directors
Email Address: boardofdirectors@desotobmx.org
Purpose: This email address is a direct line to our Board of Directors and is intended for inquiries that require the attention of the board, including partnership proposals, strategic opportunities, and significant concerns affecting our organization.
Who Reads Your Emails: Every email sent to this address is reviewed by all members of our Board of Directors to ensure comprehensive oversight and collaborative decision-making.
Response Time: We aim to acknowledge receipt of emails within 48 hours. Depending on the nature of your inquiry, a detailed response may take up two weeks, as it may require thorough discussion among board members.
Privacy and Confidentiality: We respect your privacy. Please indicate if your message contains sensitive information that should not be shared beyond the Board of Directors.
Guidelines for Sending Emails:
- Clearly state the purpose of your email in the subject line.
- Include your full name and contact information for follow-up.
- Be concise and provide any relevant details that can help us address your inquiry more effectively.
For General Inquiries about DeSoto BMX please contact our Track Operator at TrackOperator@DeSotoBMX.org.
We appreciate your interest in DeSoto BMX and look forward to hearing from you.
2024 Board Meetings
Board meetings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Time: 7:00 pm
Where: Video Conference
Minutes
BYLAWS OF DeSoto BMX
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