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<h2>SUMTER COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY MISSION AND BY-LAWS</h2>ARTICLE I – NAMEThe name of this organization shall be the Sumter County Democratic Party, hereinafter referred to as the “County Party.”The County Party shall be affiliated with the South Carolina Democratic Party (SCDP), the Democratic National Committee (DNC), and all duly recognized Democratic organizations.ARTICLE II – RELATIONSHIP TO THE SOUTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PARTYThe County Party, including but not limited to the County Executive Committee, County Convention, Precinct Organizations, Officers, and Committees, shall be governed by the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party.The Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party are incorporated herein by reference.In the event of any conflict between these Bylaws and the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party, the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party shall prevail.The county party shall publicize the South Carolina Democratic party by-laws and rules on its website.ARTICLE III – MISSIONThe mission of the Sumter County Democratic Party is to elect Democratic candidates and encourage broad participation in the democratic process.To accomplish this mission, the County Party shall:<ol><li>Register and educate voters.</li><li>Recruit and support Democratic candidates.</li><li>Organize voter turnout efforts.</li><li>Educate about the value of precinct organization.</li><li>Encourage participation by Democrats of all backgrounds.</li><li>Promote Democratic values and policies.</li><li>Develop future Democratic leaders.</li><li>Foster inclusion, accessibility, and transparency in all Party activities.</li></ol>ARTICLE IV – MEMBERSHIPSection 1. EligibilityParticipation in the County Party shall be open to all Democrats residing in Sumter County as defined by the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party.Section 2. Inclusion and Non-DiscriminationThe County Party shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, economic status, educational attainment, marital status, or any other status unrelated to participation in the Democratic Party.The County Party shall actively encourage participation by individuals reflecting the diversity of Sumter County.Section 3. Membership PrivacyMembership records, contact information, email lists, and personal information collected by the County Party shall be maintained solely for Party purposes and shall not be sold, shared, or distributed except as authorized by the Executive Committee.Section 4. DuesNo dues shall be required for participation in the County Party.Voluntary contributions are encouraged.Section 5. VotingProxy voting shall not be permitted at any level of the County Party.Secret ballots may be used only when required by Party Rules or approved by a majority vote of those present.ARTICLE V – COUNTY OFFICERSSection 1. Elected OfficersThe County Convention shall elect:<ul><li>County Chair</li><li>First Vice Chair</li><li>Second Vice Chair</li><li>Third Vice Chair</li><li>Two State Executive Committee Members</li><li>Two Alternate State Executive Committee Members</li></ul>Section 2. Diversity Requirements<ul><li>The First Vice Chair shall be of a gender different from the Chair.</li><li>The Second Vice Chair shall be of a race different from the Chair.</li><li>The Third Vice Chair shall be at least eighteen (18) years old and under thirty-six (36) years of age at the time of election.</li></ul>Section 3. Additional OfficersWithin thirty (30) days following the County Convention, the Executive Committee shall elect:<ul><li>Secretary</li><li>Treasurer</li><li>The Executive Committee may also elect a Finance Director</li></ul>Section 4. Eligibility<ul><li>All officers shall:</li><li>Reside in Sumter County.</li><li>Be eligible under South Carolina Democratic Party Rules.</li><li>Remain in good standing throughout their term.</li><li>No individual may hold, as defined by the South Carolina Democratic Party rules, more than one County Party office simultaneously.</li></ul>ARTICLE VI – DUTIES OF OFFICERSChairThe Chair shall:<ul><li>Preside at meetings.</li><li>Serve as spokesperson for the County Party.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Party Rules and applicable law.</li><li>Give the Clerk of court and the Secretary of State the names of County party officers before the state convention</li><li>Coordinate Party activities.</li><li>Develop annual goals and strategic priorities.</li><li>Appoint committee chairs and members.</li><li>Prepare an annual report to the Executive Committee.</li><li>Designate member and alternate delegate to the state committees on 1)Credentials and Rules and 2)Resolutions.</li></ul>First Vice ChairThe First Vice Chair shall:<ul><li>Assist the Chair.</li><li>Coordinate precinct organization and development.</li><li>Lead voter registration and turnout efforts.</li><li>Serve in the Chair’s absence.</li></ul>Second Vice ChairThe Second Vice Chair shall:<ul><li>Coordinate communications and public relations.</li><li>Assist with outreach and community engagement.</li><li>Manage external communications when requested by the Chair.</li></ul>Third Vice ChairThe Third Vice Chair shall:<ul><li>Coordinate youth outreach.</li><li>Recruit and engage young Democrats.</li><li>Promote leadership development opportunities.</li></ul>SecretaryThe Secretary shall:<ul><li>Record and maintain meeting minutes of the next Executive Committee Meeting.</li><li>Maintain official records.</li><li>Maintain officer rosters.</li><li>Distribute notices and correspondence.</li></ul>TreasurerThe Treasurer shall:<ul><li>Maintain financial records.</li><li>File all required ethics reports.</li><li>Present financial reports at Executive Committee meetings.</li><li>Assist with annual budget preparation.</li></ul>Finance DirectorIf elected, the Finance Director shall:<ul><li>Assist with fundraising.</li><li>Coordinate donor development activities.</li><li>Assist with budget planning.</li></ul>ARTICLE VII – COUNTY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEESection 1. CompositionThe Executive Committee shall consist of:<ul><li>County Officers</li><li>State Executive Committee Members</li><li>One person from each represented precinct</li><li>Elected alternate representatives</li></ul>Section 2. PowersThe Executive Committee shall:<ul><li>Govern the affairs of the County Party between County Conventions to include:</li><li>Approve budgets.</li><li>Fill vacancies until the next county convention if an alternate has not been elected.</li><li>Adopt policies.</li><li>Establish committees.</li><li>Remove officers for violation of the South Carolina Democratic Party rules.</li></ul>Section 3. Meetings<ul><li>The Executive Committee shall meet at least four times each calendar year.</li><li>Special meetings may be called by:<ul><li>the Chair, or</li><li>twenty percent (20%) of Executive Committee members.</li></ul></li><li>Ten (10) days notice shall be provided.</li><li>Meetings may be conducted in-person, virtually, or in hybrid format.</li></ul>ARTICLE VIII – QUORUMA quorum shall consist of thirty-five percent (35%) of the elected Executive Committee membership or their elected alternates.Unless otherwise provided, a majority vote of those present and voting shall be required. ARTICLE IX – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTSection 1. Annual BudgetThe Chair, Treasurer, and Finance Director (if one is elected) shall prepare an annual budget for Executive Committee approval.The budget shall include details of projected:<ul><li>Operating expenses</li><li>Election-related expenditures</li><li>Fundraising goals</li><li>Projected revenues</li></ul>Section 2. ExpendituresNo unbudgeted expenditure exceeding $250.00 shall be made without Executive Committee approval.Section 3. DebtNo officer, member, or committee may incur debt on behalf of the County Party without Executive Committee approval.Section 4. Financial ReportsThe Treasurer shall present financial reports at every Executive Committee meeting including detailed:<ul><li>Current balances</li><li>Revenues</li><li>Expenditures</li><li>Budget status</li></ul>Section 5. Annual ReviewThe Executive Committee shall conduct an annual review of financial records. ARTICLE X – NOMINATION AND ELECTION PROCESS FOR COUNTY OFFICERSSection 1. Nominating Committee The County Chair shall appoint a Nominating Committee of five (5) members.Section 2. Nominations Nominations may be made by the Nominating Committee or from the floor.Section 3. Election Election shall be by majority vote of credentialed delegates and alternates serving in their place.Section 4. Eligibility and Filing Candidate eligibility, filing procedures, and election procedures shall be governed by these Bylaws and the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party.ARTICLE XI – PRECINCT ORGANIZATION<ol><li>The county executive committee is not required to organize precincts or hold precinct meetings, by state party rules. </li><li>Any Democrat or group of Democrats may organize their precinct(s).</li><li>If precincts are organized they should:&nbsp;</li></ol><ul><li>Register voters.</li><li>Recruit volunteers.</li><li>Promote Democratic candidates.</li><li>Conduct voter outreach.</li><li>Participate in turnout efforts. </li></ul><ol start="4"><li>One member from each precinct shall be a member of the county executive committee and shall be elected by the county convention. </li><li>The First Vice Chair shall coordinate precinct development activities, if one is organized.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ol> ARTICLE XII – COUNTY CONVENTIONCounty Conventions shall be conducted in accordance with South Carolina Democratic Party Rules.The Convention shall:<ul><li>Elect County Officers in odd years for two-year terms</li><li>Elect State Executive Committee Members and Alternates in odd years.</li><li>Elect Delegates and Alternates to State Convention.</li><li>Revise by-laws in even years or as needed.</li><li>Consider resolutions and other business.</li></ul>Candidate filing periods and deadlines shall comply with current South Carolina Democratic Party Rules.ARTICLE XIII – STANDING COMMITTEESThe following standing committees are established:<ul><li>Standing Committees<ul><li>The following standing committees are established:</li></ul></li><li>Finance and Fundraising Committee<ul><li>Responsible for fundraising strategy and donor development.</li></ul></li><li>Precinct Organization Committee<ul><li>Responsible for precinct support and development.</li></ul></li><li>Candidate Recruitment Committee<ul><li>Responsible for identifying and recruiting Democratic candidates.</li></ul></li><li>Communications Committee<ul><li>Responsible for public information and outreach.</li></ul></li><li>Bylaws and Rules Committee<ul><li>Responsible for reviewing bylaws and recommending amendments.</li></ul></li><li>The Chair may appoint additional committees as necessary. </li></ul>ARTICLE XIV – CANDIDATE SUPPORTThe County Party shall remain neutral in contested Democratic primaries.County Party resources shall not be used to support one Democratic primary candidate over another.Officers may support Democratic candidates in their personal capacities provided such support is not represented as an official endorsement of the County Party.ARTICLE XV – VACANCIES, REMOVAL, AND RECALLVacancies shall be filled in accordance with South Carolina Democratic Party Rules.Any officer who publicly supports a candidate opposing the Democratic nominee may be subject to removal as provided by Party Rules.County Officers shall be subject to recall by petition signed by at least thirty percent (30%) of delegates to the most recent County Convention.Recall procedures shall follow South Carolina Democratic Party Rules.ARTICLE XVI – TRANSPARENCYThese Bylaws and any approved amendments shall be publicly available.The State Party by-laws shall also be available as comparison.Meeting notices shall be publicized sufficiently to encourage participation by interested Democrats.Official Party records shall be maintained and preserved by the Secretary.ARTICLE XVII – AMENDMENTSThese Bylaws may be amended by a majority vote of the Executive Committee at a properly noticed meeting.Proposed amendments shall be distributed at least ten (10) days before consideration.ARTICLE XVIII – PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITYThe current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern all matters not specifically addressed by these Bylaws or the Rules of the South Carolina Democratic Party.ARTICLE XIX– RATIFICATIONThese Bylaws shall become effective immediately upon approval by the Sumter County Democratic Party Executive Committee and shall remain in effect until amended or repealed.Adopted this ______ day of June, 2026.Barbara Bowman, County ChairKesha N. 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