Types of Membership:
Membership-
This is the general class of membership. A Member class membership may be an individual or include all persons residing in a single household. The name and contact information for each individual to be included in the membership must be provided upon joining the ADA and at each membership renewal. Where there is more than one person associated with a Member class membership, a primary contact shall be designated for the purpose of conducting ADA business. Household persons that are not yet 18 years old shall be subject to the limitations of a Youth class membership. A Member class membership shall have one (1) vote per membership for each question put before the membership.
Youth Membership-
An individual not yet 18 years old as of January 1 of the membership year may apply for an individual Youth class membership. No Youth member may vote, hold office or be a committee chairperson of ADA, except with respect to a Youth Committee should one be formed.
Affiliate Membership-
An Affiliate class membership is intended to provide a means for an entity or individual to support the ADA. An Affiliate class membership has no voting rights or other Membership privileges.
Privileges of Membership-
A. Voting
All matters which call for the vote of each Member shall be decided by the
majority vote, in person, email ballot, digital voting or other method approved by the Board of Directors. All ballots will be distributed
at least 30 days prior to the election. An Individual/Family Member is entitled to only one vote. Youth members and Affiliate Members do not have voting rights.
B. Leadership
Officers and those who serve on the ADA Board of Directors must be members.
C. Points and Awards
Members may participate in the ADA points and awards programs of recognition for both donkeys and their handlers.
D. ADA Breeders' Listing
Members in good standing and approved by the ADA may list their farms on the ADA Breeders' Listing for an additional annual fee. Please see the Breeders' Listing Application for details and fees (currently $20/year). This listing has been carefully curated to provide both new and established donkey enthusiasts with a resource for reputable breeders.
Termination of Membership
Termination of Membership may be rendered for the following reasons: Delinquent dues; Deliberate violation of club rules or disregard for subject By-Laws; Inappropriate behavior contrary to the club’s Purpose as determined by the Board of Directors; Termination of membership requires a 2/3 vote by the Board of Directors.
Dues and Billing
Annual dues will be billed electronically on or about January 1st for the current year. If dues are not paid by 2/28 of the current year, the dues will be rendered late and membership will no longer be valid. If dues are received after 2/28, the membership will be considered for reinstatement. Dues will not be prorated. If dues are received any time in the year they will be covering membership for that year and the member will be billed again in January of the following year for the next membership year. Membership fees may change from year to year at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
