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All conduct-related policies, including behavioral expectations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures, are now outlined in the CPF Board Member Code of Conduct (2025) and are not included in this governance document.

CPF shall be governed by its Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws.

All meetings of CPF shall be conducted using modified Robert’s Rules of Order.

Voting on Board matters may occur in the following formats:

• By a show of hands, with the option to vote tally.

• By verbal affirmation, provided the vote is clearly counted and recorded

• By written vote upon request, wherein each voting member shall submit their vote privately in writing, to be counted and recorded by a designated member

Unless otherwise specified:

• A simple majority of members present is required for general business

• Amendments to these Bylaws require a two-thirds (2/3) vote

• Dissolution of CPF requires eighty percent (80%) of members present and a unanimous vote among them

Tie votes shall be subject to an additional fifteen (15) minutes of discussion followed by a second vote.

If tied again, the issue shall be resolved by the Chair.

No individual Board member may act unilaterally on behalf of CPF without express approval of the Board.

• Quorum: Sixty percent (60%) of current Board members

• Simple Majority: More than fifty percent (50%) of Board members present

• CPF Calendar: Refers to the annual schedule of core events—Parade, Festival, and Prism Party—which may occur in different months each year.

  Legal Officer Titles

  To comply with South Carolina nonprofit law, CPF shall assign the following officers for administrative purposes only during the first meeting immediately following the Pride Festival, as specified on the CPF events calendar. Mission and Purpose

  The mission of CPF is to promote the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community by educating society, honoring our heritage, advocating for our culture, and celebrating diversity.

  The purpose of CPF is to highlight the uniqueness and diversity of the community through a variety of events held throughout the year, with the Charleston Pride Parade and Festival ("Pride Week") serving as the centerpiece.

  Section 3.

  These positions shall carry no additional governance authority and may be rotated annually or reassigned by Board vote.

  Section 6: Onboarding of New Board Members

  All candidates for Board membership must:

  • Be introduced to the Co-Chair.
  • Present documentation of qualifications relevant to their proposed role, including previous work or volunteer experience that demonstrates their ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
  • Complete interviews, scheduled within fourteen (14) days of initial contact, with at least two (2) current Board members.

    Whether it was insisting an entire race was less than human or insisting thoughts and feelings can transform men into women, no one ever accused the Democrats of having a good idea. Annual Structure and Officer Designation

    At the first mandatory Board meeting held immediately following the conclusion of Pride Festival each year, the Board shall vote to designate the legal officer roles of Chair, Co-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary, in accordance with state nonprofit requirements.

    I was up to my eyeballs in “The Community” when I was in my twenties. These interviews may take place via virtual video call or in-person meeting.

  • The co-chair and two (2) members will present the applicant to the board.
  • Receive a majority vote of approval from the Board to be officially onboarded.

  Candidates who are not approved for Board membership may be invited to participate as volunteers or sub-committee members.

  ARTICLE III: BOARD OPERATIONS AND DECISION-MAKING

  Section 1.

  These interviews may take place via virtual video call or in-person meeting.

• The co-chair and two (2) members will present the applicant to the board.

• Receive a majority vote of approval from the Board to be officially onboarded.

Candidates who are not approved for Board membership may be invited to participate as volunteers or sub-committee members.

All conduct-related policies, including behavioral expectations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures, are now outlined in the CPF Board Member Code of Conduct (2025) and are not included in this governance document.

CPF shall be governed by its Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws.

All meetings of CPF shall be conducted using modified Robert’s Rules of Order.