Constitution of the New Jersey Theatre League
Mission Statement
	This group is developed as a statewide organization that will stimulate the growth of and participation in community theatre companies and assist individual members to aid them in making a more effective contribution to the development of excellence in Theatrical Arts.
Article I: Name
	The name of this organization shall be New Jersey Theatre League Incorporated, hereinafter referred to as the "League".
Article II: Purpose
	Section 1
		The purpose of the League is:
		A. To provide for the development of excellence in community theatre within the State of New Jersey. B. To improve continually the standards of play production. C. To promote the cultural growth of Theatrical Arts through the mutual exchange of knowledge and resources for community theatre companies and individuals. D. To create a broad and general interest in the Theatrical Arts.
	Section 2
		In the pursuit of these purposes, the League shall be a non-sectarian, non-political and non-profit service organization
Article III: Membership
	Section 1
		Any organization in the State of New Jersey actively engaged in the production of community theatre may become an Active member of the League in accordance with the provisions of the By-Laws, and hereinafter referred to as "Companies".
	Section 2
		Any individual interested in and/or associated with the production of community theatre in the State of New Jersey may become an Individual member of the League in accordance with the provisions of the By-Laws.
	Section 3
		Honorary membership may be conferred upon individuals who have become distinguished in their efforts for the welfare of the League. Selection is to be made in accordance with the provisions of the By-Laws.
Article IV: Officers
	Section 1
		The officers of the League shall consist of President, Executive Vice President, regional Vice Presidents, Secretary, and Treasurer.
	Section 2
		The officers shall be elected in the manner and for the terms of office as prescribed in the By-Laws.
Article V: Board of Directors
	Section 1
		The administration and direction of the League and control of its property shall be vested in a Board of Directors.
	Section 2
		The Board of Directors (hereinafter called the Board) shall consist of the Officers of the League, a Representative from each member Company, the immediate past President, and the chairpersons of Standing Committees.
	Section 3
		Vacancies occurring on the Board or among the Officers from any cause other than expiration of office shall be filled by appointment. The Board shall appoint Officers and the Company shall appoint Representatives, such members to serve only until the next Annual Meeting, at which time elections for the balance of any unexpired terms shall be held.
Article VI: Areas
	Section 1
		For purposes of administration and representation, the League membership shall be divided on a geographical basis. The division is to be established by the Board in accordance with the By-laws.
	Section 2
		Each Vice President shall be assigned to a geographic region and no Vice President shall be assigned to more than one geographic region.
Article VII: Meetings
	Section 1
		Annual, regular, and special meetings of the League shall be held as prescribed in the By-Laws.
Article VIII: Amendments
	Section 1
		All Amendments to the Constitution shall be approved by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of League members.
	Section 2
		Amendments must be submitted to the secretary or president at least sixty (60) days prior to the date of the meeting on which they are voted on.
	Section 3
		The proposed amendment must then be distributed via mail, fax, or e-mail to all eligible voting members at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date on which it is to be voted.
	Section 4
		Any member of the board or individual member of the League may propose an amendment provided the amendment meets the above criteria.