Membership into Chapter ON-N
Our Chapter ON-N, Blue Sky Wings is a chapter of the Gold Wing Road
Rider Association (GWRRA). This International group of motorcycle
riders has its head office located in Phoenix
Arizona.
As an association we are divided globally into countries,regions
and then chapters. We operate pretty much independently of all other
chapters but do share in all of each others activities. We do follow
the same guidelines, processes, aims and values as the other chapters
in that we strive for fun safety and knowledge. As
a member you become a member of all chapters with equal rights and privileges
of attending all meetings and functions.
As a chapter we do not collect any membership fees. All membership fees go
to the mother organization in Phoenix Arizona who in turn provide the
International support mechanism that is in place.
In order to join the GWRRA and our Chapter you must register to become
a member by payment of membership fees. The make of your motorcycle
does not matter. In order to become a full member you must be riding
a Goldwing or Valkyrie. If you ride any other type of motorcycle you
can still join as an Associate Member. Full and Associate members have
all of the same rights and privileges other than Associate members
cannot hold Executive officer positions. As a collaborative decision
making group both Full and Associate members make decisions together,
ride together, play together and learn together.
Come to our meetings and try
us out. If
you want to join click on this address http://www.gwrra.org/members .
You join by registering online. Follow through the address (above) and
its main screens to register your membership. It takes about five
to six weeks before your package comes after you register online. Meanwhile
keep coming out to the meetings.
General description of some common roles
There is a position for everyone and their personal level
of participation. Positions normally last the three year term of the
CD so that people can revolve and revitalize. Each chapter takes on its
own culture and character existing as an association not a club. All
positions within the chapter with the exception of the CD are open to
all members and associate members. If a position is not there we can
create it.
Fun safety and knowledge
is our goal.
CHAPTER DIRECTOR (CD)
A. Serves as Staff Member to the DD
B. Assumes organizational and advisory control of the chapter.
C. Arranges for a place to hold chapter meetings and Staff Meetings.
D. Appoints Members to serve as Staff.
E. Correlates activities and programs through the Staff.
F. Acts as an information link between Members and the district.
G. Sees that a newsletter is sent to all interested participants, other
CDs in the district, the DD, RD and the GWRRA International Headquarters
in Phoenix at least every 30 days.
H. Makes an annual report to the DD on activities, and an annual report on
finances.
ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTOR (ACD)
A. Assists the CD in his effort to bring about a well-coordinated, fun,
active, Chapter.
B. Works with Staff Members.
C. Assumes CDs duties in his absence.
D. Becomes prepared to assume the Chapter Director position.
CHAPTER EDUCATOR
A. Promotes GWRRA’s Rider Education Program to all chapter participants.
B. Relays information to all chapter participants from District Educator.
C. Submits monthly reports as required.
SECRETARY—TREASURER (Can not be related to CD or Assistant CD)
A. Makes notes on items requiring follow up for the CD in meetings and Staff
Meetings.
B. Keeps a record of finances and make available to all interested parties
at all chapter meetings.
C. Writes checks for expenses at the direction of the CD
D. Assists CD in establishing prudent, reasonable, and fair fiscal policies.
E. Submits Annual Financial Report to District Director by December 31st
upon review of chapter
Director.
CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY
A. Correlates, and keeps current an activity calendar.
B. Maintains a current mailing list.
C. Assists Members with any paperwork.
D. Sees that GWRRA literature and a sign-in sheet is at all meetings.
E. Assists the Newsletter Editor.
NEWSLETTER EDITOR
A. Compiles and edits the chapter newsletter and distributes, at least monthly,
on a timely basis to all interested parties
B. Receives articles from the CD, Staff Members and participants.
C. Works with the Correspondence Secretary for information on mailing list,
chapter activity calendar, help with mailing, etc. etc.
MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR/RECRUITING AND RETENTION
A. Reviews & utilizes computer printouts to remind Members of their expiration
dates and identify new members who have not attended a meeting.
B. Makes visitors, guests and new Members feel welcome and “AT HOME.”
C. Encourages members to recruit others to join the association.
HOSTS AND WELCOME COMMITTEE
A. Welcomes Members, prospective Members and visitors.
B. Records visitors and introduces visitors at meetings and other events.
ACTIVITY COORDINATOR
A. Plans monthly activities, as suggested by the Membership.
B. Works with the Ride Coordinator when planning outings or events involving
riding in groups.
RIDE COORDINATOR
A. Instructs, informs and assists the Road Captains, Group Leaders and other
participants in group riding.
B. Plans and directs group rides to (and sometimes from) the destination
point.
C. Selects the Road Captains, Group Leaders, etc., for a given ride. Finalizes
the route to be taken, the rest stops and other things for a safe and enjoyable
ride.
D. Submits an article to the Newsletter Editor to keep everyone current on
group riding activities.
PHONE TREE COORDINATOR
A. Sets up and maintains a phone tree among the Members.
B. Works with the Activity Coordinator to put out information and reminders
to the Membership, of special activities and meetings.
TECHNICAL COORDINATOR
A. Plans and develops programs to inform Members of proper Gold Wing maintenance,
new products, tips, etc.
SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR
A. Directs the planning and implementation of special events such as poker
runs, pie runs, fun runs, etc.
RECOGNITION AND SPECIAL AWARDS COORDINATOR
A. Locates and recommends pins, trophies, awards, etc., which can be used
at standard or special events.
B. Maximizes recognition efforts for as many Members as possible.
WAYS & MEANS COORDINATOR
A. Conducts 50/50 drawings, Door Prize Drawings at chapter meetings, etc.
CHAPTER HISTORIAN
A. Produces a running documentation of Chapter Events and Happenings by
use of a photo album or scrapbook.
B. Encourages chapter Members to share photos, written articles, etc.
MEMBER ENHANCEMENT COORDINATOR
A. Submits news items to local newspapers to publicize chapter events.
B. Works with selection of Couple of the year
