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By-Laws

ARTICLE I – ORGANIZATION

1. The name of this organization shall be GALT MILE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.

2. The organization shall have a seal which shall be in the following form:

GALT MILE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.
INCORPCOATED 1968
A NON-PROFIT FLORIDA  CORPORATION

ARTICLE II – PURPOSE

The purpose of the Galt Mile Community Association, Inc., shall be to:

  1. Improve the operation of member buildings through collaboration and shared best practices.
  2. Protect and enhance the Galt Mile community and its environment.
  3. Maintain strong relationships with City, County, and State authorities, working cooperatively to advocate for the interests of the Association and its members.
  4. Encourage active participation and engagement from members to strengthen the Association’s collective impact.
  5. Foster a positive and cooperative atmosphere among member buildings.
  6. Serve as a source of information and advocacy regarding government regulations and legislation affecting the community.
  7. Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses to enhance community well-being and, where appropriate, support their promotion.
  8. Act as a central resource for addressing questions and concerns raised by members.

ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP

  1. Membership is open to all condominiums, cooperatives, hotels and high-rise buildings in the Galt Mile area and those entities sharing a common interest that are approved for membership by the Galt Mile Community Association Board of Directors.
  2. Membership dues shall be determined by the Board of Directors and paid annually on June 1st.

ARTICLE IV – BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  1. The Board of Directors shall serve as the governing body of the association. 
  2. The Board of Directors shall consist of no fewer than seven (7) and no more than ten (10) members.
  3. Board members shall serve a two-year term, automatically renewable for an additional two years with the approval of a majority of the Board, unless a member elects to step down or is removed by the Board. Terms shall run from January 1 through December 31.
  4. Board members may be removed by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.
  5. Vacancies on the Board shall be filled by a majority vote of the remaining Board members, with the new member serving the remainder of the unexpired term.
  6. Candidates for the Board should be presented to the Board President for consideration.
  7. The Board is responsible for executing and implementing the policies outlined in Article II – Purpose.
  8. All Board members must sign and adhere to a Code of Conduct and Ethics as prescribed by the Board.
  9. The Board shall meet at least once annually or as needed, and the minutes of the meeting shall be posted on the Association’s website.   

ARTICLE V – OFFICERS

  1. The Board of Directors shall elect officers from among its members. The term of the officers shall be one year, running concurrent with the Directors’ terms. 
  2. Officer Roles and Responsibilities:
    a. President:
    • Serves as the chief executive officer of the Association.
    • Holds all powers and duties typically vested in the office of President.
    • Has authority to appoint committees as deemed necessary.

b. Vice President:

      • Assumes the President’s responsibilities in their absence.

c. Secretary:

    • Records and maintains minutes of all meetings.
    • Maintains custody of the Association’s official seal.
    • Ensures proper documentation and record-keeping for the Association.

d. Treasurer:

    • Manages all financial assets of the Association, including funds, securities, and financial records.
    • Maintains the Association’s books in accordance with standard accounting practices.
    • Signs all checks on behalf of the Association; in the Treasurer’s absence, the President may sign.

ARTICLE VI – MEETINGS

  1. An Advisory Council is established to consist of representatives from each member building.
    1. Membership on the Advisory Council shall consist of the president and manager of the member buildings, along with other individuals designated by the association president as an official representative to attend meetings and receive communications from the Galt Mile Community Association. 
    2. While the Board affirms that open uninhibited and robust debate on local matters is essential to its mission, Advisory Council members are encouraged to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy and respect in all matters related to meetings, communications and activities.
    3. The Advisory Council shall meet in meetings, set by the Board of Directors, and the minutes of the meeting shall be published on the Association’s website. 
    4. Advisory Council members shall be advised of the meeting dates, places, times, and agenda through electronic communications from the President and/or Board of Directors. 
    5. The Advisory Council shall advise the Board of Directors on issues directly impacting the Galt Mile Community, and the President may conduct an advisory vote on agenda items. 

ARTICLE VII – PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE

All meetings shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order, except where they conflict with these Bylaws, the Articles of Incorporation, or applicable Florida statutes.

ARTICLE VIII –AMENDMENTS TO THE BYLAWS

  1. Amendments to these Bylaws may be proposed by any member or Board of Director member, and must be approved by a seventy-five percent (75%) vote of all Board of Directors members, with the consent of sixty percent (60%) of the membership. 
  2. Any approved amendments shall be presented by the President at the next regular meeting of the membership.

APPROVAL

Upon approval by a unanimous vote of the Board of Directors, with the support of sixty percent (60%) of the membership, these by-laws shall become effective immediately and replace all prior by-laws of the Galt Mile Community Association, Inc.   

Approved this 7th day of January, 2026.

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