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Bylaws
Camarillo Council on Aging
1978 Original Issue,
Last Revised November 9, 2022
Revised August 18, 2026
Article I. Name
Section 1. The name of this organization shall be the Camarillo Council on Aging (hereinafter referred to as CCOA), a voluntary charitable advisory organization.
Section 2. The headquarters and principal office of this organization shall be in the City of Camarillo, Ventura County, CA.
Section 3. The Camarillo Council on Aging is subject to the provisions of the Ralph M.
Brown Act (California Government Code section 54950 et seq.) and shall conduct all meetings in accordance with its requirements.
Article II. Purpose
Section 1. The purpose of CCOA is to identify the needs of senior citizens of Camarillo and vicinity as set forth in these bylaws.
Section 2. The CCOA developed a Mission and Vision Statement that includes a set of goals to assist in fulfilling its purpose. This Statement may be amended and adopted by the vote of a majority of the CCOA at any meeting, .
Section 3. To actThe CCOA serves as an intermediary between senior citizens and the City Council and/or other appropriate organizations and agencies. Its purpose is:
A. To serve in an advisory capacity to local government and other bodies and agencies on all matters of particular concern to senior citizens.
B. ToMay seek contributions and funds which will aid and implement programs which serve the needs of the agedsenior citizens.
C. To encourage older peoplesenior citizens to participate in community life in order to make their lives more meaningful and pleasant, and to promote their general welfare of the senior citizens of the community.
Article III. Organization and Membership
CCOA was created by Resolution 78-171 by the Camarillo City Council August 23, 1978, in response to the expressed needs of a group of older citizens for an organization which could act as an advisory body on matters which concern senior citizens.
Section 1. The CCOA shall consist of seven (7) members appointed by the Camarillo CCOA Bylaws 2
City Council. Said members shall (a) be residents of the City of Camarillo, (b) hold office for staggered two-year terms, and (c) be eligible for reappointment. Terms begin in June 1st and end May 31st..
Section 2. The CCOA shall elect its officers at the regular June CCOA Meeting.
Officers shall serve a one yearone-year term beginning in July as follows:
1. Chair
2. Vice-Chair
3. Secretary
4. Treasurer
Section 3. Vacancies are created by the written resignation of any member or by three (3) consecutive absences from regular meetings of the CCOA, within a twelve (12) month period. Such vacancies, shall be filled as soon as possible.
Section 4. CCOA welcomes information in such functional areas as nutrition, transportation, housing, community resources, public relations, etc., as needed.
Section 5. CCOA shall recommend to the City Council two individuals to serve staggered two-year terms as Delegates to the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA).
Article IV. Meetings and Reports
Section 1. The CCOA shall meet at least ten (10) times each year at a time and place designated by the Chair. In addition, the board Chair may call a special meeting as needed.
Section 2. A quorum shall consist of four (4) CCOA members.
Section 3. CCOA shall submit an annual report by January 30 to the City Council via the City Clerk, by January 31 st, and such other periodic reports as are deemed appropriate or as requested by the City Council.
Section 4. Agenda items shall be submitted to the Chair one week in advance of regular meetings.
Article V. Fiscal Responsibilities
Section 1. The Fiscal Year shall begin July 1 and end June 30.
Section 2. The annual operating budget, if required, shall be prepared by the Chair with the Treasurer and approved by CCOA.
Section 3. All funds received by CCOA shall be turned over to the Treasurer for recording, then placed in depositories approved by the CCOA.
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Section 4. Checks and vouchers drawn by CCOA shall be signed by the Chair or Treasurer. Such checks or vouchers shall require a supporting invoice or receipt and shall be reported to and reviewed by the CCOA. Any check or voucher over $500 shall require two CCOA bank account signer signatures.
Section 5. CCOA shall seek and welcome funds from service clubs, religious organizations, foundations, and governmental agencies, as well as individuals in order to support ongoing programs and activities, andactivities and may sponsor fundraising projects as deemed appropriate by the CCOA.
Section 6. The Accounts of the CCOA shall be reviewed annually.
Article VI. Amendments
These bylaws may be amended and new bylaws adopted by the vote of a majority of the CCOA at any meeting, and with the approval of the City Council.
Article VII. Authority
Rosenberg’s Rules of Order (latest version) shall govern all meetings of the CCOA in all cases in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws.
Revised 2/93, 6/06, 8/07, 10/08, 11/14, 6/19, 11/22, 8/26