CITY OF COMMERCE
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
2026-2027
UNOFFICIAL CIVIC ORGANIZATION LIST
COMMERCE AQUATIC BOOSTERS CLUB
President Leanna Moreno
Vice-President Anna Fagiani
Treasurer Jose Leos
Secretary Erika Burgos
Public Relations Amanda Anaya
COMMERCE EVENING LIONS CLUB
President sabel Caldera
Vice-President lesus Cervante
Treasurer Imelda Esparza
Secretary Jessa Argumedo
COMMERCE SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
President Yvonne Sandoval
Vice-President Maria De Los Angeles Barrera
Treasurer Lori Meeks
Secretary Vera Cano
COMMERCE SISTER CITY ASSOCIATION
President Damaris Gonzalez
Vice-President Joe Aguilar
Treasurer Laura Perez
Secretary Leticia Hernandez
COMMERCE SOCIAL CLUB
President Gloria Cobian
Vice-President Maria De Los Angeles Barrera
Treasurer Oscar Ramirez
Secretary Rosa Romero
GIRL SCOUT OF GREATER LOS ANGELES TROOP 13591
President Nicky Ann Leon
Vice-President Andrea Casillas
Treasurer Claudia Lopez
Secretary Gina Vela
1 MODEL CITY DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF COMMERCE
President Art Gonzalez
Vice-President John Diaz
Treasurer Roger Bagne
Secretary Diane Bagne
ST. MARCELLINUS HOLY NAME SOCIETY
David Nogal
Lorraine Wallis
Nancy Gaytan
Sandra Cornejo
WOMANS CLUB OF ROSEWOOD PARK
President Sandra Cornejo
Vice President Maria Ramos
Treasurer Teresa Cruz
Secretary Carmen Marquez
Parliamentarian Leticia Moreno
NEW CIVIC ORGANIZATION APPLICATION:
*TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE SAINT MARCELLINUS DOJO
President Vanessa Haro
Vice President Marlene De Dios
Treasurer Susana Cisneros
Secretary Angela Marquez
*The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the new application for consideration to recommend for approval.
2 DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Official name of Organization: Commerce Aquaties Booster Club LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP)
AREA CODE/PHONE
PRESIDENT Manna M. Moreno 5015 Kinsie St Commerce CA 90040 325551-8306
VICE PRESIDENT Anna Faniani 2110 Cowlin Ave Conmerce CA 9010 302) 41-0528 TREASURER Jose Leos 44za Lovett it Commerce (A 90040 323) 893-2233 SECRETARY EriKA Burgos 414Lantost Commerce CA 90040 52) 469-9534 Public pelations amanda Anaya 5030 Jardine St Commerce C 90040323)695-4485 Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 3/20/210 President
Date
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
offial name of Organization: Commerce Evening Lions Club LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
Isabel Caldera 5101 Jillson St 323-318-0265
PRESIDENT
Commerce, CA 90040
VICE PRESIDENT Jesus Cervantes 1434 S McDonnell Ave 323-833-6583 Commerce, CA 90040
TREASURER Imelda Esparza 4703 Leonis St. 323-470-4387
Commerce, CA 90040
SECRETARY Jessa Argumedo 2403 Cowlin Ave. 323-246-7593
Commerce, CA 90040
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
/ The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 04/07/2026 John Peraza Club LCIF Coordinator
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Commerce Senior Citizens Club
Official name of Organization:
LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
Yvonne Sandoval 5802 Bartmus 373. 578. 1438
PRESIDENT
Commerce, CA 90040
VICE PRESIDENT Maria DeLos Angeles Barrera 2428 Gaspar 383. 535.0001 Commerce, CA 90040
Lori Meeks 5702 Jüllson St. 760.995.5701
TREASURER
Commerce, CA 90040
Vera Cano (Elvira) 2246 Couts, 323 7024110
SECRETARY
Commerce, CA 90040
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately (extension 2223) when there is a change of officers. * The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 4/5/2026 Urome? • Sandoil President
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Official name of Organization: Commerce Sister City Assocation LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
Damaris Gonzalez 3522 Travis Ave.
PRESIDENT 323-314-7979
Commerce, CA 90040
VICE PRESIDENT Joe Aguilar 2347 Leo Aue. 323/721-0689
Commerce, CA 90040
Laura Perez 5835 Bartmus Ave
TREASURER 323/646-6901
Commerce, CA90840
Leticia Hernandez
SECRETARY 1442 5. Duncan 3231843-4471
Commerce, CA 90040
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 10/29/2025 Damans Vengule, President
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Commerce Social Club
Official name of Organization:
LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
PRESIDENT Gloria Cobran 6al1 Pacific Dr 562-912-6745
Commerce, CA 90040
VICE PRESIDENT Maria De Los Angeles Barrera 2428 Gaspar Ave J23-535-000/ Commerce CA 90040
TREASURER Oscar Ramirez 4918 Jardine St 90040 323-329-2508 Commerce, CA 90040
Rosa Romero 5114 Jillson ST 323-580-8318
SECRETARY
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately (extension 2223) when there is a change of officers.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 12-16-2025 2026 Presidonte
Date Authorized signature Title
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
mail name of ramization: GIRL SCOUT TROOP 13591
LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
NICKY-ANN LEON 7224 PASEO DEL RIO 562-754-4002
PRESIDENT
COMMERCE
VICE PRESIDENT ANDREA CASILLAS 7200 PASEO DEL RIO 626-484-9383
COMMERCE
CLAUDIA LOPEZ 6385 CAMINO DEL SOL 562-299-7124
TREASURER
COMMERCE
SECRETARY GINA VELA 5026 GAFFORD AVE 562-650-4749
COMMERCE
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 04/03/2025 Pache Baltie TROOP LEADER
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Model City Democrated Club
Official name of Organization:
LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
Art Gonzalez 4818 Leonis St 383-856-4152
PRESIDENT
Commerce, CA 9004
John Diaz Nobel st 568-858 2995
VICE PRESIDENT
Commere, ca 90040
Roger Bagne 5444 E. Pueblo ct 383-847-1971
TREASURER
CA 9UO4U
SECRETARY Diana Bagne 5444 E. PueBle Et. 383-842-1976
Commerce, ca 9000
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately (extension 2223) when there is a change of officers.
X The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file.
D.B. Secretary
Date Authorized Senature Title
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Last Name First Name Address City State ZIP AD SD CD Home Phone Cell Ph. Board member E-Mail 2026 Dues Bagne Diana 5444 E. Pueblo Court Commerce CA 90040 323-842-1976 Secretary [email protected] Paid Argumedo Hugo 2403 Cowlin Ave. Commerce CA 90040 310-293-7808 Avila Ofelia 4870 Astor Ave. Commerce CA 90040 323-331-6563 [email protected]
Bagne Roger 5444 E. Pueblo Court Commerce CA 90040 323-842-1971 Treasurer [email protected] Paid Baker Carl 4870 Astor Ave. Commerce CA 90040 323-331-6563 Caldera Isabel 5101 Jillson St. Commerce CA 90040 323-318-0265 is@[email protected]
Chua San(Sam) 2104 N. Eckhart Ave. Rosemead CA 91770 626-500-8783 Chua Dorothy 2104 N. Eckhart Ave. Rosemead CA 91770 626-500-8783 Leon Lela 5617 E. Mission Way Commerce CA 90040 323-791-0166 Lopez Gilbert 2517 Senta Ave. Commerce CA 90040 323-942-3022 Diaz John 5027 Nobel Street Commerce CA 90040 562-858-2995 Vice-President Paid Diaz Isabel 5027 Nobel Street Commerce CA 90040 562-858-2995 Paid Estrada Miguel 1400 S. Montebello Bivd. Montebello CA 90640 323-590-2788 Gonzalez. Art 4818 Leonis Street Commerce CA 90040 323-856-1156 President Gonzalez Angel 4818 Leonis Street Commerce CA 90040 323-856-1156 Pineda Rene 5101 Jillson St. Commerce |CA 90040 323-475-8247 Paid Mendoza Leonard 4478 Tuttle St. Commerce CA 90040 323-599-6858 Peraza Johneito 5005 Astor Ave. Commerce CA 90040 323-490-4620 Paid Rowe Sharon 2247S. Eastern Ave. Commerce CA 90040 323-422-1533 abaronrowe 28@amailcom Paid Valencia Jaime 7147 E. Gage Ave. Commerce CA 90040 562-761-7745 Paid Woon LeslieR 2104 N. Eckhart Ave. Rosemead CA 91770 323-868-0451 Woon Tai 1608 Kernville Ave. Montebello CA 90640 626-429-6746 Paid Woon Vivienne 1608 Kernville Ave. Montebello CA 90640 626-456-2049 Gonzalez Isaiah 4818 Leonis Street Commerce CA 90040 323-856-1156 Medina Hector 306 N. Townsend Ave. Los Angeles CA 90063 213-509-7753 Valencia Claudia 7147 E. Gage Ave. Commerce CA 90040 562-761-7745
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Official name of Organization: St. Marcellines Holy Name Society LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
PRESIDENT David Nogal 2517 Elgrave 213-849-0688
commerce
Lorraine Wallis 5546 Mission Way 323-365-0871
VICE PRESIDENT
Commerce
Nancy Gayton 5535 C. Village Dr. 323.602.9792
TREASURER
Commerce
Sandra Conjo 2453 Senta Ave. 213.598-2730
SECRETARY
Commerce
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most curent on file be November Gifthe Bayswor Pasts, St. Marcellines
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CITY OF COMMERCE
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
REGISTRATION FORM
"COMMERCE CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
Official Name of Organization St. Maceum Noly Name fociety 90040
Official Street Address of Organization (if applicable) 2349 Strong Ave., Conomerce Date of Application 12 November 2025 Incorporated: Yes No (Check One) Location of Meetings same address
and Times - 7pm-8:30 pm
Meeting Dates monday of mouth
PLEASE SUBMIT:
1. Copy of the Organization By-Laws and/or a complete resume of the rules formulated by the Organization.
2. The Organization goals and objectives. Use space below or on reverse side.
3. Attach a complete membership roster (Include: Name, complete address and phone number) • For disciples of Jesus Christ in praise of His Avine name. • Act as liaison between ft. marcellinus church and the City of commerce to work together to umprove the lives of residents, especially youth. • Help parishioners be of sevvice to the needs of the community through acto o chority
LIST CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
Name Address Phone
President Dard Nogal 2517 grove, Commerce 213-849-0688
Vice President Lorraine Wallis 5546 Missions Way, Commerce 323 • 365.0871 Treasurer Naney Laytan 55556. Village Ar., Conumerce 323.602.9792 Secretary_ Sandra Cornejo 2453 benta Ave., Commerce 213-598-2730 Other
PLEASE INFORM THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE (Ext. 2223) WHEN THERE IS A CHANGE OF OFFICERS.
12 November 2025 intha bassomor Pastor
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2476 Elgrove
Commerce
323-313-7055
"Prudencia Rutero
5238 filloon
Commerce
323-712-4766
• Christme Maples
2453 Senta Ave.
Commerce
760.668-16626
• David Vasquey
2343 cornor Ave.
Commence.
323-440-3010
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Official name of Organization: WOMANS CLUB OF ROSEWOOD PARK LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
213) 598-2730 EuL
SANDRA CORNEjO 2453 SENTA AVE
PRESIDENT 323) 726-8170:
Maria Ramos 2448 Gaspar Ave. 383) 895-2040
VICE PRESIDENT
TERESA CRUZ 2473 LEO AVE 323) 767-7895
TREASURER
CARMEN MARQUEZ 2578 FIDELIA AVE 562) 622-9141
SECRETARY
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers. U.5.
The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the Prost current on file.
43.25.p3 andia Conjo PRESIDENT
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CITY OF COMMERCE
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
REGISTRATION FORM
"COMMERCE CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate Do- St. Marcellinus Dojo
Official Name of Organization
Official Street Address of Organization (if applicable)_ Date of Application Incorporated: Yes _No (Check One)
Location of Meetings. 2349 Strong Ave. Commerce CA 90040 Meeting Dates First Tuesday of every month Times7:30-8:30 pm PLEASE SUBMIT:
1. Copy of the Organization By-Laws and/or a complete resume of the rules formulated by the Organization.
2. The Organization goals and objectives. Use space below or on reverse side.
3. Attach a complete membership roster (Include: Name, complete address and phone number) To provide a low cost self defence class for the residents of Commerce and neighboring areas of Southeast Los Angeles. To raise funds to provide competition and equipment assistance to students who otherwise would not be able to participate in tournaments due to the high cost of events and equipment.
LIST CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
Name Address Phone
President_ Vanessa Haro 2452 Travers ave. Commerce 323.359.1232 Marlene DeDios 3515 Todd Ave. Commerce 323.218.6221
Vice President
Caroline Gonzalezi, 7325 Strong Ave. 813 713-1529
Treasurer
2452 Travers Ave. Commerce 323.357.4390
Angela Marquez
Secretary
Other Ofelia DeDios
PLEASE INFORM THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE (Ext. 2223) WHEN THERE IS A CHANGE OF OFFICERS.
Vanesse President
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
"CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS"
OFFICER LISTING FORM
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE AND INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION)
Oficial name of organization: Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate Do-St. Marcellinus Dojo LIST OF CURRENT ELECTED OFFICERS:
NAME ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, ZIP) AREA CODE/PHONE
PRESIDENT Vanessa Haro 2452 Travers ave. 323.359.1232
Commerce CA 90040
VICE PRESIDENT Marlene De Dios 3515 Todd ave. 323.218.6221 Commerce CA 90040
Caroline Gonzalez. 2025 Strona Ave 213-7131539
TREASURER
Commerce CA 90040
SECRETARY Angela Marquez 2452 Travers ave. 323.357.4390 Commerce CA 90040
Please inform the Department of Parks & Recreation office immediately @[email protected] when there is a change of officers.
V The Organizations bylaws have not changed, please use the most current on file. 2/25/26 Vanassa Haro President
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CITY OF COMMERCE
CIVIC AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION
QUARTERLY PROBATION REVIEW
First Review Period of 4
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN Kavate - St.
Name of Organization Date
Marcellinas Dojo
Vaness Haro President
Name of Officer Submitting Review Position/Title
323-359-1232 323-359-1232
Daytime Telephone Number Evening Telephone Number
In an effort to determine that your organization is working toward the organizational mission and goals during its probationary period with the City of Commerce, the following information will need to be submitted by your organization to the Department of Parks and Recreation for review by the Parks & Recreation Commission. This quarterly report is due in to the Department of Parts and Recreation no later than: May 2, 2076
Organizations that fail to return this form by the deadline will be requested to attend a future Parks & Recreation Commission meeting to make a presentation to the Commission of the information requested.
Organizations that do not meet with the Parks & Recreation Commission as requested will be dropped from civic and service organization probationary status and required to re-apply for probationary membership during the annual civic and service organization renewal period.
Please provide:
1. Dates your organization has met since the last review, and the numbers of attendees.
Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date #attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended Meeting date # attended QUARTERLY PROBATION REVIEW - Page 2
2. List types of projects, and results of those projects, that your organization has attempted this quarter that help achieve the organizational goals and objectives.
3. List all City-sponsored programs or activities in which your organization has participated
4. Comments or suggestions that the City of Commerce may consider which could help your organizations and other organizations to meet their goals and objectives.
Thank you for your time and cooperation.
Sincerely,
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
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BY LAWS
OF THE
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
ARTICLE I - OFFICES Section 1 - Principle Office
The Principle office of the Corporation, hereinafter referred to as "Te-Kenjutsu-Kan", for it's transaction of business is located in the City of Commerce and the County of Los Angeles, California.
Section 2 - Change of Address
The Board of Directors is hereby granted full power and authority to change the principle office of the Organization rom one location to another in the county of Los Angeles, California. Any such change shall be noted by the Secretary in these Bylaws, but shall not be considered an amendment of these Bylaws
ARTICLE II - MEMBERS
Section 1 - Classification of Members
The Organization shall have four (4) classes of membership as follows:
1. Senior Membership: Any person with a DAN rank.
• Regular Membership: Any person or parent of person with a KYU rank.
3. Novice Membership: Any person active in Karate training.
4. Associate Membership: Any person not active in Karate training, but associated with Organization functions with approval of the Yudansha and/or the Chief Instructor.
Section 2 - Eligibility
1. Any person who accepts the goals, Ethics and Guidelines, Basic Philosophies and Bylaws of the Organization may apply for membership.
2. To apply, the applicant must enroll in an Organization approved school. Pay training fees and/or Organization dues to the Head Instructor of that school.
Section 3 - Admission
1. The Yudansha (a panel of fourth Degree or higher black belts which includes a minimum of thirteen (13) years of Karate experience both training and teaching in the Organization) and the Chief Instructor of the Organization shall have absolute jurisdiction over admission of all the membership.
Section 4 - Dues ORGANIZATION DUES
The annual dues payable to the Organization shall be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors. Dues shall be paid upon application for membership and thereafter at such time or times as may be fixed by the Board of Directors.
EXEMPTION FROM DUES: Associate members are exempt from paying dues. In addition, in certain cases where financial hardship exists and where the member agrees to provide volunteer service(s) to the Organization with the permission of the Yudansha and / or Chief Instructor, a member may be exempt from dues for a predetermined amount of time.
TRAINING FEES: Training fees shail be determined by the Board of Directors, in conjunction with the head instructor of each school.
GRADING FEES: All grading fees shall be determined by the Board of Directors. KYU grading fees shall be paid one (1) month prior to grading. DAN grading fees shall be paid twelve (12) months prior to grading. All grading fees are non-refundable but shall be carried over to subsequent grading in case of failure.
BY LAWS
OF THE
HABNE DO
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
Section 5 - Rights and Privile es of Members
SENIOR MEMBERS: Senior members have all the rights and privileges of the Organization, including holding office and voting in accordance with Articles III, IV and IV.
REGULAR MEMBERS: Regular members have all the rights and privileges of the Organization, except for holding office and voting.
NOVICE MEMBERS: Novice members have all the rights and privileges of the Organization, except for holding office and voting.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS: Associate members have all the rights and privileges of the Organization, except for holding office, voting and training.
Section 6 - Termination of Membership
Membership and all rights of membership shall be automatically terminated on the occurrence of any of the following:
1. The death of a member.
2. The resignation of a member from the Organization.
3. The retirement of a member from the Organization.
4. The dissolution of any/or all of the following:
a) The Organization
b) The Board of Directors
c) The Yudansha
d) The Chief Instructor
5. The expulsion of a member.
Section 7 - Suspension and/or Expulsion of a Member
The Yudansha and/or the Chief Instructor of the Organization shall have absolute jurisdiction over the suspension and/or expulsion of a member, including, but not limited to, any of the following:
Flagrant and/or continuous violations) of the provisions of these Bylaws.
2. Flagrant and/or continuous violation(s) of the recognized Karate Ethics and Guidelines.
3. Conviction of a crime of moral turpitude.
4. Misuse of the name, assets, or property of the Organization or its individual schools.
Being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs during formal activities and events of the Organization.
HENNUTS
BY LAWS
OF THE
KARIE-DO TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
ARTICLE II - BOARD OF DIRECTORS"
Section 1 - Board of Directors Duties
1. The Board of Directors principle duties are limited to the managing of all Organization business and/or financial responsibilities.
2. To ensure that the Organization maintains its non-profit organization status by completing, mailing and filing all forms necessary annually to the proper authorities involved.
3. To institute, vote on and pass an annual Organization financial budget no later than September 30, of each year.
4. To manage all Organization financial matters regarding funds appropriated by the schools through the collection of;
a) Organization dues
b) Training fees
c) Grading fees
d) Organization tournament
e) Fund raisers
f) Donations
g) etc.
5. To pay any and all taxes, state and/or federal, if any due annually.
1. To honor, respect and carry out any and all requests set forth by the Yudansha and/or the Chief Instructor of he Organization, as expeditiously as possible.
Section 2 - Number and Qualifications
The Organization shall have not less than seven (7) nor more than thirteen (13) members on the Board of Directors.
2. This number shall be fixed from time to time within the limits specified in these Bylaws.
3. The Board of Directors shall consist of the Chief Instructor of the Federation and the Head Instructor of each school.
4. The rest of the Board of Directors shall be elected by the voting membership by written ballot from among the senior members.
5. Any person qualified to be a Director, pursuant to these Bylaws, shall be nominated by the method of nomination authorized by the Board of Directors or any other method authorized by law.
BY LAWS
OF THE
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
Section 3 - Members of the Board of Directors
1. NOMINATION OF DIRECTORS: Any person qualified to be a Director, pursuant to these Bylaws, may be nominated by the method of nomination authorized by the Board of Directors or any other method authorized by law.
2. REMOVAL OF DIRECTORS: The Board of Directors may declare vacant the membership of a Director on the occurrence of any of the following events:
a) The death of a Director.
b) The resignation of a Director.
c) The retirement of a Director.
d) The Director has been declared of unsound mind by a final order of the court. e) The Director has been convicted of a felony.
f) The Director has failed to attend two (2) consecutive regular meetings of the Board, unless excused in writing.
g) The Director has been impeached by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Board of Directors.
Section 4 - Compensation
All Directors shall serve without compensation, except:
1. Directors may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred in operating the meetings of the Board.
2. Directors may be reimbursed for expenses incurred as instructors in their respective schools.
Section 5 - Meetings
1. All meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held at a place and time specified by the Chairperson.
2. REGULAR MEETINGS: Four (4) regular mcetings shall be scheduled annually with additional meetings as deemed necessary.
3. ADDITIONAL MEETINGS: Additional meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Chairperson and must notify all Directors seven (7) days in advance of the meeting.
4. SPECIAL MEETINGS: Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Chairperson with notification of all Directors at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting. Verbal confirmation of attendance by two-thirds (2/3) of. the Board of Directors shall be required to hold such a meeting.
HOUTSU-KAY
BY LAWS
OF THE
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
5. QUORUM: A majority of the authorized number of Directors constitutes a quorum of the Board of Directors for the transaction of business, except as hereinafter provided.
6. TRANSACTION OF THE BOARD: Except as otherwise provided in the Articles of these Bylaws, or by law, every act or decision made by the majority of the Directors present at a meeting duly held, at which a quorum is present, is the act of the Board of Directors. In addition, any meeting at which quorum was initially present, may continue to transact business, notwithstanding the withdrawal of Director(s), if any action is approved by at least a majority of the required quorum for such meeting.
7. CONDUCT OF MEETINGS: The Chairperson shall preside at meetings of the Board of Directors. The
8. ACTION WITHOUT MEETING: Any action required or permitted to be taken by the Board of Directors may be taken without a meeting, if all members of the Board of Directors individually or collectively consent of such action in writing. Such written consents) shall be filed with the minutes of the proceedings of the Board of Directors. Such action by written consent shall have the same force and effect as the unanimous vote of such Directors.
ARTICLE IV - OFFICERS
BY LAWS
OF THE
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
Section 1 - Officers of the Board of Directors
The Board of Directors shall select the following officers from among its members: Chairperson, ViceChairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer. Other positions may be added as deemed necessary.
All officers must have been a member of the Board of Directors for one year prior to his/her election.
3. All officers must be training at least two times per month, unless excused by the Chief Instructor and/or the Yudansha and/or by a medical doctor.
Section 2 - Term of Office
1. Each officer shall hold office for two (2) fiscal years or a term of no more then two (2) years from the date of election unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors.
2. The Vice-Chairperson shall automatically assume the office of Chairperson at the conclusion of the previous Chairperson's term, unless otherwise determined by Board of Directors. All other officers shall be elected.
Section 3 - Nomination/Election of Officers
1. Any person qualified to be an Officer, pursuant to these Bylaws, may be nominated by the method of nomination authorized by the Board of Directors or any other method authorized by law.
2. Officers shall be elected by a closed written ballot.
Section 4 - Duties of Officers
1. CHAIRPERSON: The Chairperson shall preside over all meetings of the Board of Directors and of the senior members. In case of a tie vote at any meeting, the Chairperson shall cast the deciding vote. The Chairperson shall temporarily appoint Directors to fill vacancies of Officers due to absence. He/she shall perform such administrative duties as are assigned to him/her by the Board of Directors, the Yudansha or the Chief Instructor.
2. VICE-CHAIRPERSON: The Vice-Chairperson shall perform the duties of the Chairperson in his/her absence and shall automatically succeed the Chairperson if he/she resigns or is impeached. He/she shall perform such administrative duties as are assigned to him/her by the Board of Directors, the Yudansha or the Chief Instructor.
3. SECRETARY: The Secretary shall maintain accurate minutes of the Board of Directors meetings and membership meetings. The Secretary shall issue meeting notices in accordance with these Bylaws. The cretary shall maintain records of Organization correspondence. He/she shall perform such administrati ties as are assigned to him/her by the Chairperson or the Board of Director
CERTIFICATION OF SECRETARY
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
BYLAWS
OF THE
TE-KENJUTSU-KAN KARATE-DO ORGANIZATION
A 501C3 Nonprofit Corporation
I hereby certify that I am the duly elected and acting Secretary of said Corporation and that the forgoing Bylaws, comprising of seven (7) pages, constitute the Bylaws of said Corporation as duly adopted at a meeting of the Board of Directors thereof held on June 11#, 2004, Revision A Secretary Date
Ethics and Guidelines
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KARATE-DO
Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate-Do Organization
Part I - General
A. The wearing of a clean Gi (uniform) is compulsory. A white tee-shirt or white undershirt (no other color) shall be worn by all female students. Uniform must be worn properly and completely in the dojo at all times. Remove your obi (belt) when going into public areas.
B. The wearing of the rings or any type of jewelry shall not be allowed in class during practice because of potential injury to yourself and /or others.
C. Students shall keep both finger and toe nail cut short because of potential injury to yourself and/or others.
D. Drinking of alcohol beverages is prohibited before class. Do not come to class even if you had only one drink.
E. Students shall respect their dojo (or anyone else's) by always bowing when entering or leaving the dojo.
Your prompt arrival to class shall be highly desirable. Late arrival of some tudents results in the loss of valuable training time for others. In case c ardiness, you shall immediately change into your uniform, report to the clas instructor, paying due respects, and then quickly join the class.
G. Anyone entering the dojo first shall: check for foreign objects and pick them up, move any furniture out of the way, and sweep the floor before practice.
H. All loud taik and playfulness shall cease as soon as you enter the dojo. If you arrive early, practice what you have been taught. Utilize every minute of your valuable time in class by constantly practicing both physically and mentally. Do not waste your time by sitting and/or talking about things that do not concern your training.
I. When you make a mistake while practicing movements, such as: exercise, kata under the supervision of an instructor.
J. Listen to your class instructor (S) carefully. Stand at attention with your hands at your sides. Do not cross your arms or put your hands on your hips. Listen to your instructor until he or she is finished with the instructions.
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K. Anyone who has any questions as to a certain movement shall be free to ask or consult with the class instructor (s) at any time during class by raising their hand.
L. No one is to leave class during practice hours without the express permission from the class instructor. No one is to drink water during practice hours unless it is necessary.
M. Students shall address all class instructors by their last names, preceded by the title of Sempai. After class hours (outside the dojo), you may address them as 'Sempai', Mr. or Ms. whichever is appropriate at the moment. The chief instructor of the Organization shall always be addressed as 'Sensei. The respect accorded them is an important step forward in your training towards self-discipline.
Respect them, and they will in turn respect you.
N. All guests shall be accorded due respect and furnished with seating accommodations as quickly as possible by any student in the class. Do not wait for the instructors) to do this.
O. All unauthorized persons shall be kept out of the dojo during class hours. parents and guests may observe but must remain quiet during class hours.
P. Before leaving the dojo for the night, check for forgotten articles and put back all furniture. Be sure to lock all doors and turn off the lights, or as required.
Q. All minors shall go directly home after training, unless accompanied by a parent.
There shall be no excuse for loitering around or visiting with friends after class has ended. Anyone violating this rule shall be suspended for a period of time or be suspended indefinitely, as deemed necessary by the class instructor.
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PART II - TRAINING:
A. All students are asked to cooperate fully in Organization projects such as:
tournaments, demonstrations, picnics, etc... Any help that you might render shall be greatly appreciated. Also, you shall be setting a good example for others.
B. Promotion to a higher belt division shall be based on performance of all necessary movements as stated in the "Promotion Standards" and to the satisfaction of the chief instructor. The number of practice sessions attended, coordination in training, obedience, and most of all character and cooperation are other basis taken into consideration.
C. Examinations shall be held every three months for promotion of KYU ranks.
Those who fail shall not be promoted but can try again in three months. For DAN ranks, examinations are held once a year.
D. KYU ranks shall be recognized by the color of the belt worn, as follows:
Children's Division (13 years and younger)
6th KYU Orange
5th KYU Purple
4th KYU Red
Junior and Senior Division (14 years and older)
3rd KYU
2nd KYU Green
1st KYU Brown
All color belts shall be duly respected. All members shall give their utmost respect to the higher belts and vice versa.
E. A school shall be given upon achieving your first color belt. Additional patches can be purchased from your class instructor. The patch must be properly worn and securely attached to your GI top (uniform). No other patches are to be worn.
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PART I - STIPULATIONS
A. Probation
The probationary period for new students shall be three months before admitted as a member of the Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate-Do Organization. The student shall be judged on his/her attendance, general conduct, ability, obedience, attitude during training hours, and willingness to meet obligations towards the instructor (class fees, etc...) If the results of the above are found to be unsatisfactory after Attendance
Class attendance is important to training. in Karate and for your chances of promotion. Prolonged absence or frequent missing of training sessions shall result in the student (or parents, in case of a minor) to be called for the cause, and may result in dismissal from the school and the Organization. If you are going to be absent from class for any length of time, be sure to notify your instructor.
C. One and one-half (1-1/2) months of complete absence from class, without notice, shall result in automatic dismissal from the school. However, the student shall be given an opportunity to re-enter the school by applying with the instructor of his/her dojo.
D. Resignation
Anyone desiring to remain in good standing with the Organization shall give due notice to their instructor and/or the chief Instructor before terminating one's membership. In other words, do not quit abruptly without notification.
E. Suspension
Anyone who commits a minor infraction against the school and/or any of the rules in the by-laws, ethics and guidelines, or basic philosophies shall be suspended for 3 to 6 months or a period of time as deemed necessary by the Class Instructor, Chief Instructor or The Yudansha.
F. Expulsion
Anyone who commits a major infraction against the school and/or any of the rules in the by-laws, ethics and guidelines, or basic philosophies, or convicted for a felony shall be expelled from the Organization indefinitely by the School's Head Revision C
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Instructor, Chief Instructor or the Yudansha.
G. Termination
Anyone who quits unreasonably or is expelled is required to turn in his/her patch and booklet. This means that they are no longer connected with the Te-Kenjutsu- Kan Karate Organization and shall not be permitted to associate themselves with the school in any way. Also, the Organization shall not be responsible for their actions outside the school.
H. Outside Teaching
No member of the Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate-Do Organization shall teach(groups, individuals, friends or relatives), in any way, the Adlawan-Ha Shito Ryu style outside the school using the name and/or patch without the proper permission of the Yudansha and/or the Chief Instructor. Anyone violating this rule shall be immediately expelled from the Organization
I. Minors and/or adults
Students using and/or selling narcotics (marijuana, etc.) intimidating others hrough knowledge of martial art, going around looking for or starting trouble, o orming a 'gang' shall be immediately expelled from the school. Anyone usin profane language, bragging or showing off movements or techniques in public shall be suspended
J. Problems and/or Information
Consult your instructors) or the Chief Instructor if you have any problems or require additional information.
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Membership Roster
1. Vanessa Haro- 2452 Travers Ave. Commerce Ca
2. Angela Marquez- 2452 Travers Ave. Commerce Ca
3. Marlene DeDios- 3515 Todd Ave. Commerce Ca
4. Manny Vallejo- 3515 Todd Ave. Commerce Ca
5. Ofelia DeDios -3515 Todd Ave. Commerce Ca
6. Lourdes Haro- 2454 Gaspar Ave. Commerce CA
7. Maria Taberes-10534 Benavon St. Whittier C
8. Kristina Santana- 6303 Emil Ave. Commerce CA
9. Bertha Torreros - 6303 Emil Ave. Commerce CA
10. Louis Alvarez 9245 Songfest drive, Downey
11. Caroline Gonzales 2225 Strong ave. Commerce CA
12. Dominic Gonzales 2225 Strong ave. Commerce CA
13. Tanya Robles 5921 Templeton st. Huntington Park CA
14. Michael Robles 5921 Templeton st. Huntington Park CA
15. Katherine Chavez- 5710 Cecilia St. Bell gardens, works in Commerce
16. Daisy Sillas 5921 Templeton st. Huntington Park CA unit E
17. Alberto Sillas 5921 Templeton st. Huntington Park CA unit E
18. Father Chris- 2349 Strong Ave. Commerce
(St. Marcellinus Church Pastor)
All meetings take place at the Church
11 commerce residents, 7 non residents