1. NAME
The name of the Organization shall be Chabot-Las Positas Association of Retired Employees.( C.A.R.E. )

2. PURPOSES
This shall be a collegial organization whose primary purpose is to serve the economic and social interests of its members as provided by its Bylaws. It may also assist the District and Colleges as it determines.

3. NATURE
The essential nature of this organization shall be one of informality, openness and friendliness. It shall not be for profit. Any actions of the members, the Board of Directors or officers contrary to this description shall be inoperative.

4. MEMBERSHIP
All retirees from the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District are eligible for membership and shall be members in accordance with the rules established in the By-Laws. Membership includes the member's spouse or partner. Membership continues for the surviving spouse or partner after the death of the member.  At its discretion, the Board of Directors may grant Honorary Membership as provided in the Bylaws. 

As provided by the Bylaws, the Board at its discretion, may grant the title of "Director Emeritus" to members departing from the Board and may grant the honorary title "C.A.R.E. Associate" to an individual for meritorious support and contributions to the Association.

5. AMENDMENTS
Amendments to this Constitution must be approved by a two-thirds majority of the members voting in person or by proxy at the annual meeting. Amendments may be proposed and shall be submitted to the membership by twenty percent (20%) of the members or by the Board of Directors. Amendments shall be effective upon ratification unless otherwise directed.

Adopted:
June 1984

Revised:
October 1992
October 1997
November 1999
January 2006
January 2007
January 2010
January 2011