Club History The Club was formed in 1988 when a group of car enthusiasts met at the Southland Winery Grape Festival. Harvey Eubanks said, "Let's start a car club", and the rest as they say, is history. There were nine members who joined at the time, some of whom are still active to this very day. The first show was in 1990 at the Carolina Pottery, in Smithfield, NC and registered 204 cars. Funds from this event and subsequent shows have been donated to a multitude of charitable organizations.
An endowment of $10,000 was set up at Johnston Community College and has grown to $18,000. This money has come directly from the hard work of the clubs members. The interest earned was enough to give a student a $500 scholarship each year since then. The first check was issued in June of 1995. When the interest wasn't as much as $500, the club made up the difference. Last year though, it earned enough for three scholarships of $500 each. The high school scholarships were set up in 2004. A $500 scholarship is to be given to one of six high schools in the county each year. We do this in rotation and the schools are chosen alphabetically. |
PIctured here, our charter members Harvey & Edna Eubanks. 2009 marked Harvey's 12th year as President. Harvey also served as Vice President in 2003, and a Board Member in 1993, 2000 and 2008. Edna, besides being Harvey's right hand, served as Secretary and Treasurer in 1989 and Secretary again from 1990-92. She was a Board Member 2002-2005, and once again in 2009.
We're so fortunate and thankful to have these devoted workers in our community and club. They have both gone above and beyond for the betterment of our organization, and their contributions are greatly appreciated.
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Membership
Joining the club and becoming a part of our organization is a simple task. Come to one of our meet-ups or
cruise-ins, fill out an application, and pay dues; which are $25 per year.
(If you join in the last quarter, this will cover the following year)
cruise-ins, fill out an application, and pay dues; which are $25 per year.
(If you join in the last quarter, this will cover the following year)
Club Charter (Constitution & By-Laws)
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Constitution
Adopted - January 1989 Revised - August, 2009 ARTICLE I NAME AND LOCATION Section 1 - The name of the Club shall be Southland Car Club, Inc. Section 2 - The principal location of Southland Car Club, Inc. is Johnston County, North Carolina. ARTICLE II PURPOSE Section 1 - The purpose of Southland Car Club, Inc. will be for: The preservation and restoration of Antique, Classic or Special Interest vehicles, fellowship and enjoyment of it's members and the betterment of the community we serve. ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIP AND DUES Section 1 - This organization's prospective members must attend one (1) meeting and fill out an application for membership. If prospective member joins and pays annual dues in October, November or December, said member(s) do not have to pay dues the following year. Section 2 - All Dues are to be made to the Club Membership Committee Chairman. Non-payment of dues by the February meeting will result in automatic termination. Each new member will receive a name badge and a copy of the Club Constitution and By-Laws. Section 3 - Members of Southland Car Club are not required to own an Antique or Classic Automobile. Section 4 - The amount of dues payable to the Club shall be fixed by the Executive Board at their discretion. Membership dues may be used at the Club's discretion. Section 5 - The termination of any club member must be made by a unanimous vote of the Executive Board of the Club, for conduct unbecoming a member or any other cause, upon giving the member in question full opportunity to hear and reply to the charge(s) or reason(s) for such action. Section 6 - Any member may resign by tendering his resignation in writing to the Executive board, but such resignation shall not relieve the member from payment of any dues in arrears. ARTICLE IV EXECUTIVE BOARD Section 1 - The Executive Board shall consist of the Officers of the Club and five (5) other elected members. Section 2 - The Executive Board shall have the power to proceed in any manner as may, in their judgement, serve the interest of the Club. Section 3 - The decision of a majority of the Executive Board on any issue shall be binding until the next regular or special meeting of the Club, when such decision may be approved or disapproved. Section 4 - There shall be nine (9) Board members, (President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer & five (5) duly elected and Qualified Board Members). The Past President is not required to be on the Board ARTICLE V OFFICERS Section 1 - The elected Officers of this Club shall be: President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. Section 2 - Said Officers shall hold office for a one (1) year term or until successors are duly elected and qualified. Additional Officers may be created by the Executive Board or by general meeting and approved by majority vote. Section 3 - A Nominating Committee shall nominate a slate of Officers to be presented at the October meeting. Any additional nominations may be made from the floor. ARTICLE VI DUTIES OF OFFICERS Section 1 - The President shall preside at all meetings of the Club and the Executive Board. Other duties are to appoint such committees as he deems necessary. Section 2 - The Vice-President shall, in the absence of the President, preside over the Club meeting. Section 3 - The Secretary shall handle all official correspondence of the Club and keep accurate records of the Club and Executive Board meetings. Section 4 - The Treasurer shall manage the financial affairs of the Club, keep accurate records of transactions and be custodian of the Club's money. The Treasurer shall render a financial report at the annual meeting of the Club or whenever the President or Executive Board shall request a report. ARTICLE VII MEETINGS Section 1 - Club members shall hold monthly meetings. Section 2 - The Executive Board will have quarterly meetings. Special Board meetings may be called by the President or any Board member at any time deemed necessary. Club members may attend board meetings. ARTICLE VIII AMENDMENTS Section 1 - The Constitution may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members present at any meeting. Addendum of ByLaws ARTICLE I CONDUCT OF MEMBERS Section 1 - Due to the fact that this Club is formed for the enjoyment of our automobiles and is solely a family affair, the following Code of Ethics shall be adopted by the Club. A - Any member convicted of DUI shall be terminated from the club. (Article III Section 5 - Termination of Membership) B - Any abusive language or conduct at any meeting or Club function shall not be tolerated. (Article III Section 5) C - No acholic beverage shall be served or consumed at any Club function or meeting. ARTICLE II MEETINGS Section 1 - All meetings shall be conducted according to ROBERTS RULES OF ORDER. ARTICLE III ELECTIONS Section 1 - The President shall have the deciding vote in case of a tie. Section 2 - The Nominating Committee will present their slate of officers at the October meeting, to be voted on at the November meeting. The new officers shall take their office in January. ARTICLE IV MEMBERSHIP Secrion 1 - The President shall appoint a Membership Committee each year. Section 2 - Any child of a member, still living at home, is considered a member until age eighteen (18) under their parent's membership. ARTICLE V PROCEDURE OF MEETING Section 1 - The By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the active members of the Club present at any regular meeting. |
