Incorporation
Sagamore Rowing Association Inc. (SRA Inc.) was incorporated in 1972 under section 402 of the Not-for-Profit Corporation law of New York State.
Bylaws
The bylaws of the organization are kept by the Secretary and updated as needed through votes cast by the members. The last update was February 2020.
Bylaws
Board of Directors
The day to day business of the organization is guided by an all volunteer Board of Directors consisting of at least five (5), but no more than eleven (11) members. Board elections are held each April at the Annual Meeting. Up to 8 Directors are elected, in staggered terms, by the eligible membership. The elected Directors may then appoint up to three (3) additional Directors, from the community or membership otherwise not eligible to run for election, who possess the professional skills, background and commitment necessary to fulfill on Sagamore’s mission. The Board itself selects the officers of the club [President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer]. Each elected Director serves for a two (2) year term. Appointed Director serve for a one (1) year term and may be renewed as befitting the needs of the organization. Officers serve for one (1) year terms, not to exceed five (5) consecutive years in the same office. Terms expire at the Annual Meeting.
2024 Leadership Team
- CJ Pace, Commodore
- Tom Ryan, Acting Treasurer
- Kristi Halpern, Recording Secretary
Tax Exempt Status
Sagamore Rowing Association Inc. is a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code and holds a determination letter issued in March 1987. SRA Inc. annually files an income report to the IRS, as required. SRA Inc. is not required to pay tax on income as long as the club continues to operate under the terms of its determination letter. For more information about tax exempt organizations, see the IRS website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission develops and enforces laws to prevent discrimination in hiring. SRA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring practices.