Matches should be played the week indicated above.  Suggest calling early to schedule matches.

KOSAIR GOLF CLUB RULES

(REVISED 2010)

1. It is preferred that all matches to be played on the day selected on the schedule, but they can be played any day during that week.  The game may be played on a date prior to the schedule if agreed to by both team captains.

2. Captains (top name on the team schedule), will arrange tee times, dates and shall notify partners of such, and if necessary, arrange for any substitution required.

3. Subs may be a member from the sub list or a member from any flight.

4. The winning team has the responsibility of delivering the official score card to the Game Secretary within (1) one week after the game is played with complete information required.

5. Winning teams will score (1) one point for each win, tie scores will render (1/2) point to each team.

6. If matches are not played within the allowed time mentioned in rule #1, no points will be credited to either team.

7. Every effort should be made by both teams to play the game when scheduled. If for any reason there is a forfeit one time, the other team must play the scheduled course during the allowed time mentioned in rule # 1 to score the winning point.

8. Forfeited scores will not be counted in determining handicaps.

9. A team present on the tee at the proper tee time will allow a 15-minute waiting period for the opposing team before declaring a forfeit.

10. In the event a player cannot obtain a Sub Partner he may declare a Bozo score. The Gold Flight and Green Flight will score the Bozo with a net score of (82), the other flights score the Bozo with (87).

11. U.S.G.A. rules will govern play except when stated club rules are used and when local course score cards indicate otherwise.

12. All holes must be played and completed. No pick-ups on putts unless agreement is made by the opposing team and no mulligans.

13. Traps, water and ditches will be played as hazards; clubs may not be grounded or lies improved in these areas.

14. If a swing is interfered with by yard markers, sprinkler heads or service roads, the ball may be moved to a point two (2) club lengths to a point of relief, but no closer to the hole.

15. If a ball flies out of bounds from the tee, drop a ball where the ball crossed the hazard line out of bounds.  There is a 2 stroke penalty (therefore the lie is three (3)).  If out of bounds is in doubt, play a provisional ball. OPTION-When ball is hit out of bounds player has option to go to location where ball crossed hazard line out of bounds, to drop a ball hitting four (4) from where ball crossed the hazard line out of bounds.

16. The lie in the fairway may be improved in the fairway or rough, but not in a hazard. In any case, not improving the line of sight or closer to the hole.

17. Lost ball is played as a loss of stroke and distance, but in the interest of speeding the playa ball may be dropped in the vicinity where the ball was lost with a two (2) stroke penalty, or return to the original spot where the ball was hit and play another ball with a one (1) stroke penalty.

18. Players use tee box based upon current handicaps:

• 30 handicap or more use RED tee box.

• 24-29 handicaps use SENIOR tee box. If course does not have Senior tee box, the Red tee box is to be used.

• 23 and below handicaps use WHITE tee box.

19. Players will take no more than double the par on a hole as score. Examples, par 3 score no more than 6, par 4 score nor more that 8 & par 5 score no more than 10. Players are encouraged to pick up as max score is reached.

20. There will be no limits on handicaps.

21. End of season play-offs: It is the responsibility of the team captains to communicate with the Game Secretary to determine end of season status where ties are apparent. A play-off shall be scheduled at the last course played to produce a winning team to break ties. These games must be played within two (2) weeks after the last scheduled league game. First, second and third place teams in each flight must be determined for awards.

KOSAIR GOLF CLUB BYLAWS

Article I -Name

Section I - The name of this club shall be KOSAIR GOLF CLUB

Article II - Purpose

Section I-The purpose of the club shall be to give the members of Kosair Temple an opportunity to join together in fellowship in the great game of golf; to support and cooperate with the Potentate of Kosair Temple; to enhance the image of Shrinedom so that all may see and appreciate that great fraternity.

Article III - Authority

Section 6 - The roster of membership in Kosair Golf Club must be sent to the Recorder of Kosair Temple no later than March 1st of each calendar year. The Club Secretary is responsible for keeping this roster current by submitting to the Recorder at the end of each month any and all changes made therein.

Article IV - Membership

Section I - Any member of Kosair Temple holding a current dues card shall be eligible for membership in Kosair Golf Club, subject to the approval of its members.

Section 2 - Application for membership shall be in writing by completing the official application form. The application must be signed by two members of the Club, and then filed with the Secretary. The membership of the Club shall take action at their regular meeting.  Voting shall be by secret ballot and three negative votes shall reject an applicant. The applicant shall not be in the room at the time of discussion or application or at the time of voting.

Section 3 - The annual dues shall be $20. Changes in regular dues may be made at a regular meeting by majority vote, providing the entire membership is notified in writing at least 30 days prior to such vote. Notification throughout these bylaws shall be deemed to have made by posting in the U.S. mail to the member's last known address or by publishing in Kosair Kolums prior to such meeting.

Article V - Election of Officers

Section I - The elected officers of this Club shall consist of the following:  President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. The elected officers will be elected for a term of one year. Officers shall assume office at the first meeting of the following year.

Section 2 - In the event any officer becomes unwilling or unable to serve during his term of office a special election shall be held for the purpose of electing a successor. Written notice of the date, hour and place of such election shall be sent to each member by the Secretary at least ten (10) days prior to such meeting or published in Kosair Kolums prior to such meeting.

Section 3 - The annual meeting for the election of officers for the Club shall be held at the first regular meeting of the Club in October.  Written notices of the date, hour and place of such meeting must be sent to each member at least ten (10) days prior to such meeting or published in the Kosair Kolums prior to such meeting.

Section 4 - At a regular meeting prior to the date of the election of officers, the presiding officer shall appoint a nominating committee of not less than three nor more than five members in good standing.  This nominating committee shall meet at the call of the Chairman for the purpose of studying the membership for nominations of Club officers. The nominating committee shall make its report at the next meeting. Nominations may also be made from the floor. In case of more than one nomination for any office, the voting shall be by secret ballot. A majority of those present and eligible to vote is necessary for election.

Article VI - Executive Board

Section I - The Executive Board shall consist of the four (4) elected officers and the immediate Past President. The Executive Board shall formulate plans, decide matters of policy and recommend action to the membership. It shall decide on any protest or dispute, and it is within its power to discipline any member of this club for any conduct which is not in the best interest of this club, or any violation of the bylaws or playing rules.

Article VII - Duties of Officers

Section I - The President shall preside at all meetings of the Club.  He shall appoint the Chairmen of all committees and shall be exofficio member of all committees.

Section 2 - The Vice President shall assume all authority and jurisdiction in the absence of the President.

Section 3 - The Secretary shall collect and receive all monies for the club, giving his receipt for the same and keeping a true and accurate account thereof. He shall draw orders on the Treasurer for payment of monies when directed by the President with prior approval of the Finance Committee or affirmative action of the membership. He shall keep full and accurate minutes of the proceedings of all regular and special meetings, and follow any directives that may be issued by the Potentate of Kosair Temple. He shall keep a full and accurate roster of the membership. He shall collect all dues and report all delinquent dues. He shall receive and answer all communications, and mail or deliver all notices regarding club meetings and business. He shall present a full and complete report for the calendar year, as required by Kosair Temple. He shall be responsible for monthly articles in the Kosair Kolums.

Section 4 - The Treasurer shall receive all monies from the Secretary, giving his receipt thereof; paying out monies upon written orders from the Secretary, counter-signed by the President. He shall maintain a double entry bookkeeping system with a general ledger on a uniform basis in conformity with the "Chart of Accounts' provided by the Imperial Counsel, A.A.O.N.O.M.S., sent by Kosair Temple each year. He shall deposit all receipts in a designated bank account in the name of Kosair Golf Club, such account shall require the signatures of the Treasurer and one other officer of the club. He shall furnish the Executive Board a financial statement when requested to do so by the President. He shall also make available to the President a reconciled financial statement, furnished by the bank, for his inspection.

Section 5 - An elected officer shall not be eligible to succeed himself in the office; Secretary and Treasurer are the exception.

Article VIII - Meetings

Section I - The Club shall hold regular business meetings on the third Tuesday of each month, except during the months of December and January (these months being waived for Club business meetings). When the third Tuesday falls on a holiday, the regular meeting will be held on the following Tuesday, same time and place.

Article IX - Duties and Responsibilities of Team Captains

Section I - Each Team Captain is responsible for the correctness or the team's score and shall turn such scores in to the lounge at Kosair Temple prior to the Tuesday following the day of play in order for the scores to count. Any and all complaints from any member of a team shall be handled by the Team Captain prior to being submitted to the Executive Board for its consideration.

Article X - Committees

Section I - The standing committees shall be as follows: Finance, Entertainment, Tournament, Handicap, Rules and Telephone.

Section 2 - The Finance Committee shall examine and report on all matters relating or pertaining to the financial concerns of the Club and shall report on the same in writing at the last meeting of the calendar year. I will assist the Treasurer of the club in assembling the necessary information and records required by Kosair Temple to be filed in the Recorder's office by January 15th of each year.

Section 3 - The Entertainment Committee shall arrange for all Club entertainment.

Section 4 - The Tournament Committee shall be responsible for all schedules; games to be played; golf courses to played; select and purchase appropriate awards and prizes.

Section 5 - The Handicap Committee shall determine handicaps for each player, posting same each month.

Section 6 - The Rules Committee shall determine rules for playing golf in the club. It shall arbitrate all disputes arising from rules infractions before action by the Executive Board.

Section 7 - The Telephone Committee shall, on instructions from the President, phone the membership to advise them of whatever notice or action is submitted by the President.

Section 8 - Chairmen of committees shall be appointed by the President.  At the option of the President, chairmen may choose their own committees from the active membership. Each committee shall consist for as many members as required by the Chairman.

Article XI

Section I - Any matter of Parliamentary procedure not covered in these bylaws shall be governed by the current editions of Roberts Rules of Order.

This revision was approved March 16, 2010 by club membership, and supersede any and all previous bylaws.