Standing rules are those which directly affect members of the branch. They should be reviewed annually by a committee of board members appointed by the president and chaired by the parliamentarian or bylaws chair. Standing rules can be amended by a majority vote at a branch meeting if previous notice has been given or by a two-thirds vote if no notice has been given. Standing rules should be published annually in the branch directory or newsletter or other every-member publication.

Programs/Events/Interest Group Meetings When a reservation for a meal at an event is required, a reservation made means that the member is liable for the amount of the meal whether s/he attends or not.

There shall be no smoking at any branch program or event.

Members shall not sell tickets to non-AAUW events nor advertise them during branch programs or events.

Membership Prospective members who are eligible to join may attend three programs, events or interest group meetings in any one year before being asked to join. Members must pay dues before June 30 to be included in the yearly branch directory.

Branch Directory The branch directory is for the use of the members only. Members may purchase mailing labels in accordance with branch policy and with the approval of the branch board.

Board Meetings All board meetings are open to branch members. If a branch member attending a board meeting wishes to speak, s/he will have the courtesy to notify the president in order to be put on the agenda.

Interest Groups Any member may form a new interest group with board approval providing its meetings will not conflict with other scheduled branch meetings and provided that it is open to all members.

Fund Raising The branch will neither raise funds for nor donate funds to any organization outside of AAUW.