Form990-EZ
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Short Form
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code
(except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)
bullet Sponsoring organizations of donor advised funds, organizations that operate one or more hospital facilities, and certain controlling organizations as defined in section 512(b)(13) must file Form 990 (see instructions).
All other organizations with gross receipts less than $200,000 and total assets less than $500,000 at the end of the year may use this form.
bulletThe organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-1150
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
A
For the 2010 calendar year, or tax year beginning 02-01-2010, and ending 01-31-2011
B
Check if applicable:
C Name of organization
ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB
 
Number and street (or P. O. box, if mail is not delivered to street address)PO Box 28246
  Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4 Green Bay, WI54324
D Employer identification number

39-1718038
E Telephone number

(920) 445-8683
F Group Exemption
Number. . bullet  
G Accounting method: Other (specify) bullet   H Check bulletI Website:bullet   J Tax-Exempt status(check only one)—Click to see attachment(   ) bullet(insert no.) or
K Check bullet A Form 990-EZ or Form 990 return is not required though Form 990-N (e-postcard) may be required (see instructions). But if the organization chooses to file a return, be sure to file a complete return.
L Add lines 5b, 6c, and 7b, to line 9 to determine gross receipts; If gross receipts are $200,000 or more, or if total assets (Part II, line 25, column (B) below) are $500,000 or more, file Form 990 instead of Form 990-EZ.. . bullet $ 89,111
Part IRevenue, Expenses, and Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances (See the instructions for Part I.) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part I . . . . . . . .
VerticalRevenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received . . . . . . . . . 1 9,903
2 Program service revenue including government fees and contracts . . . . . . . 2 0
3 Membership dues and assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 26,382
4 Investment income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2
5a Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory . . . . 5a 0
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses . . 5b 0
c Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) . . 5c 0
6 Gaming and fundraising events
a Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000) 6a 0
b Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 10,844 of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the sum of such gross income and contributions exceed $15,000) . . . . . . .
c Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events . . . 6c 0
d Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (Add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c) 6d 10,844
7a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances . . . . 7a 0
b Less: cost of goods sold . . . . . . . . . . 7b 0
c Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) . . . . . . 7c 0
8 Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . 8 41,980
9 Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 . . . . . . . . . 9 89,111
VerticalExpenses 10 Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . 10 0
11 Benefits paid to or for members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 0
12 Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 12 27,155
13 Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors . . . . . . . . 13 125
14 Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 250
15 Printing, publications, postage, and shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 173
16 Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . . 16 71,051
17 Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 98,754
VerticalNetAssets 18 Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) . . . . . . . . . 18 -9,643
19 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) . . . . . . . . . . . 19 25,860
20 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . . . . . 20 0
21 Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 . . . . . Bullet 21 16,217
Part IIBalance Sheets Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part II. . . . . . . . .

(See the instructions for Part II.)(A) Beginning of year(B) End of year
22Cash, savings, and investments . . . . . . . . . .
2,732
22
16,217
23Land and buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0
23
0
24Other assets (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . .
23,128
24
0
25Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25,860
25
16,217
26
Total liabilities (describe in Schedule O) . . . . .
0
26
0
27Net assets or fund balances (line 27 of column (B) must agree with line 21) .
25,860
27
16,217
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Cat. No. 10642I Form 990-EZ (2010)
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Part IIIStatement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III . Expenses
(Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? THE ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB ORGANIZES AND FACILITATES THE PARTICIPATION OF 65 MINOR ATHLETES IN SWIM MEETS THROUGHOUT WISCONSIN.
Describe what was achieved in carrying out the organization's exempt purposes. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 THE ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB HAS PROVIDED AN OUTLET TO YOUNG PEOPLE TO EXCEL IN SWIMMING. SEVERAL SWIMMERS IN DIFFERENT AGE GROUPS HAVE COMPETED AT REGIONAL, STATE AND OTHER MEETS THAT REQUIRE TIME CUTS. OTHER SWIMMERS HAVE MOVED UP TO HIGHER LEVELS WITHIN THE CLUB.
(Grants $ 0) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet		 28a 35,188
29
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet 		29a
30
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet 		30a
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...MediumBullet		 31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a) . . . . . . . . . bullet 32 35,188
Part IVList of Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees. List each one even if not compensated. (See the instructions for Part IV.) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part IV . . . . . . . .
(a) Name and address (b) Title and average
hours per week
devoted to position		 (c) Compensation
(If not paid,
enter -0-.) 		(d) Contributions to
employee benefit plans &
deferred compensation		 (e) Expense
account and
other allowances
SHARI WISE
PO Box 28246
Green Bay,WI54324
 PRESIDENT0 0 0  
INGRID FILCHER
PO Box 28246
Green Bay,WI54324
 TREASURER0 0 0  
NIKKI MIKKELSON
PO Box 28246
Green Bay,WI54324
 VICE PRESIDENT0 0 0 0
Form 990-EZ (2010)
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Part VOther Information(Note the statement requirements in the instructions for Part V.)YesNo Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part V . . . .
33
Did the organization engage in any activity not previously reported to the IRS? If "Yes," provide a detailed description of each activity in Schedule O ..............
33
 
No
34
Were any significant changes made to the organizing or governing documents? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the amended documents if they reflect a change to the organization’s name. Otherwise, explain the change on Schedule O (see instructions). ...................
34
Yes
 
35
If the organization had income from business activities, such as those reported on lines 2, 6a, and 7a (among others), but not reported on Form 990-T, explain in Schedule O why the organization did not report the income on Form 990-T. ........................
a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more or was it a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization subject to section 6033(e) notice, reporting, and proxy tax requirements?
35a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year? (see instructions) ........
35b
 
 
36
Did the organization undergo a liquidation, dissolution, termination, or significant disposition of net assets during the year? If “Yes,” complete applicable parts of Schedule N .............
36
 
No
37a
Enter amount of political expenditures, direct or indirect, as described in the instructions. bullet
37a
0
b
Did the organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...............
37b
 
No
38a
Did the organization borrow from, or make any loans to, any officer, director, trustee, or key employee or were
any such loans made in a prior year and still outstanding at the end of the tax year covered by this return?
38a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part II and enter the total amount involved .
38b
 
39
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on line 9 ......
39a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on line 9, for public use of club facilities ....
39b
 
40a
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on the organization during the year under:
section 4911 bullet0 ; section 4912 bullet0 ; section 4955 bullet0
b
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in any section 4958 excess benefit transaction during the year or did it engage in an excess benefit transaction in a prior year that has not been reported on any of its prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I. ....
40b
 
No
c
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under sections 4912, 4955, and 4958 ..bullet0
d
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Enter amount of tax on line 40c reimbursed by the organization ...................bullet0
e
All organizations. At any time during the tax year, was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? If "Yes," complete Form 8886-T. .................
40e
 
No
41List the states with which a copy of this return is filed. bulletWI
42aThe organization's books are in care of bulletKATHERINE M KRAMER Telephone no. bullet (920) 445-8683
Located at bulletPO BOX 28246
GREEN BAY,WI ZIP + 4bullet54324
b
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in or a signature or other authority over a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?
Yes
No
42b
 
No
If “Yes,” enter the name of the foreign country: bullet  
See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
c
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization maintain an office outside of the U.S.?
42c
 
No
If “Yes,” enter the name of the foreign country: bullet  
43.......bullet
and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the tax year . . . bullet43
 
44a
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds? If "Yes", Form 990 must be completed instead of
Yes
No
Form 990-EZ.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
44a
 
No
b
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities during the year? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. . . . . . . . .
44b
 
No
c
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the year? . . . . . . .
44c
 
No
d
If 'Yes' to line 44c, has the organization filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If ‘No,’ provide an explanation in Schedule O. . . . . . . . .
44d
 
 
45
Is any related organization a controlled entity of the organization within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 and Schedule R must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. . . . . . . . .
45
 
No
45a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 and Schedule R must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. .
45a
 
No
46
Did the organization engage, directly or indirectly, in political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I. . . . . . . . . .
46
 
No
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Part VI
Section 501(c)(3) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts only. All section 501(c)(3) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts must answer questions 47-49b and 52. Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
47
Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II . . . .
47
 
No
48
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E . . .
48
 
No
49a
Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? . . . .
49a
 
No
b
If "Yes," was the related organization a section 527 organization? . . . . . . . . .
49b
 
 
50
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated employees (other than officers, directors, trustees and key employees) who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $100,000 (b) Title and average
hours per week
devoted to position		 (c) Compensation
 (d) Contributions to
employee benefit plans &
deferred compensation		 (e) Expense
account and
other allowances
NONE
50(f)
Total number of other employees paid over $100,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . bullet  

51
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated independent contractors who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and address of each independent contractor paid more than $100,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
NONE
51(d)
Total number of other independent contractors each receiving over $100,000 . . . . . . . bullet  
52
Did the organization complete Schedule A? NOTE: All Section 501(c)(3) organizations and 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts must attach a completed Schedule A ....................
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
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Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB
 
Employer identification number

39-1718038
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
(i)
Name of supported organization 		(ii)
EIN 		(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) 		(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? 		(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? 		(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? 		(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

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Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....            
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3..            
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).            
12
12
 
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . 19,965 23,534 25,475 28,960 36,285 134,219
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose...... 10,562 27,688 24,438 14,052 10,844 87,584
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5. 30,527 51,222 49,913 43,012 47,129 221,803
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)           221,803
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6... 30,527 51,222 49,913 43,012 47,129 221,803
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 410 45 9 4 2 470
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b. 410 45 9 4 2 470
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) 16,058 15,051 14,425 22,380 41,980 109,894
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.). 46,995 66,318 64,347 65,396 89,111 332,167
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
66.775 %
16
16
70.46 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
0.141 %
18
18
0.17 %
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
THIS INCOME THAT IS THE MEMBERS RESPONSIBILITY. MONEY PAID BY THE CLUB FOR MEETS OR ACTIVITIES THAT IS REIMBURSED BY MEMBERS. ESCROW ACCOUNTS ARE SET UP TO KEEP TRACK OF WHAT IS OWED BY EACH MEMBER
 
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB
 
Employer identification number

39-1718038
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
F99Z_P01_S00_L08 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 8 FORM 990-EZ OTHER REVENUE STATEMENT 1 DESCRIPTION AMOUNT COACHES GIFTS INC. 306 BANQUET 1,404 ESCROW 40,270 TOTAL TO FORM 990-EZ, LINE 8 $41980
F99Z_P01_S00_L16 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB 39-1718038 FORM 990-EZ OTHER EXPENSES STATEMENT 2 DESCRIPTION AMOUNT BANK CHARGES 60 EQUIPMENT 605 COACHES EXPENSES 4,945 LEGAL/PROFESSIONAL FEES(TAX PREP) 125 LIFEGUARDING 192 LODGING 3,125 OFFICIATING FEES 700 SWIMSUITS 3,098 AWARDS 1,977 BANQUET 1,448 SUPPLIES 3,409 APPAREL 2,310 CONCESSIONS 875 ACTIVITIES 262 MEET EXPENCES 1,575 FUNDRAISING 291 USA SWIMMING FEES 5,093 AWAY MEET FEES 43,583 MEALS AND ENTERTAINMENT 816 TOTAL TO FORM 990-EZ, LINE 16 $74,489
F99Z_P02_S00_L24 Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 24 SAVING AND CHECKING ACCOUNT AMOUNTS NOT INCLUDED IN PREVIOUS YEARS. INCLUDED BANK ACCOUNT ASSET AMOUNTS SO 1/31/2011 AMOUNT WILL BE CORRECT.
F99Z_P05_S00_L34 Form 990-EZ, Part V, Line 34 AMENDED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION AND BYLAWS OF ASHWAUBENON SWIM CLUB The following Amended Articles of Association and Bylaws of Ashwaubenon Swim Club, duly adopted by the members entitled to vote, supersede and take the place of the existing Bylaws and any amendments thereto: ARTICLE I PURPOSE 1. The Ashwaubenon Swim Club (the "Club") is organized as an association exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes within the meaning of 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law). 2. The Club is organized for educational and competitive purposes to promote: the development of competitive swimming skills, an appreciation of the sport of swimming, development of a positive self-concept, the development of safety awareness in competitive swimming, and the development of the skills necessary for goal setting. ARTICLE II MEMBERSHIP 1. Athlete Members. Membership in the Club shall be open to athletes who meet the swimming skill requirements for participation in the Club on a space available basis. Athlete Members shall be residents of the Village of Ashwaubenon or attending school in the Ashwaubenon School District. Children of persons actively coaching the Club may also be athlete members, as long as their parent(s) remains an active coach. Athlete members are not entitled to vote. 2. Parent Members. Parents of Athlete Members are also members of the Club. Each family of an Athlete Member is entitled to one (1) vote with respect to the election of the Governing Body, detailed in Articles IV & V, below, and also with respect to the adoption or amendment of these Articles of Association and Bylaws. 3. Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the Athlete and Parent Members of the Club shall be held during the spring awards banquet. ARTICLE III INUREMENT OF INCOME No part of the net earnings of the Club shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, its members, Board members, or other private persons, except that the Club shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered. ARTICLE IV GOVERNING BODY 1. Advisory Board. The Club shall be governed by an Advisory Board (the "Board") consisting of both voting and non-voting members. The following members of the Board shall be entitled to vote on matters involving the operation of the Club: the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and two (2) or more individuals classified as Members-at-Large. In the event of a tie vote, the President shall cast the deciding vote. Non-voting members of the Board include a representative of the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department of the Village of Ashwaubenon ("Park & Rec Department"), the Entries Chair and the head coach of the Club. 2. Qualifications.www.usaswimming.org Board members must be residents of the Village of Ashwaubenon throughout the duration of their term, except that one Board member may be a non-resident with a child attending school-choiced in the Ashwaubenon School District, and whose child has been swimming with the Club for at least one (1) year prior to the start of the non-resident member's term. Any non-resident Board member must have a child school-choiced in the Ashwaubenon School District and swimming with the Club throughout the duration of his/her term. Persons considering nomination to an elected or appointed position must attend a minimum of three (3) open Board meetings during the year prior to nomination, except that nominees for President must attend six (6). Board members and nominees shall comply with the USA Swimming Code of Conduct Articles 304 and 306, which can be found at . Past or present violation of the Code of Conduct shall render a person ineligible to serve on the Board. Additionally, persons convicted of misdemeanors or felonies involving acts of fraud or dishonesty (such as and similar to those acts described in Ch. 942-943, 945, Wisconsin Statutes ) or involving crimes against public peace, order and other interests (such as and similar to those acts described in Ch. 947, Wisconsin Statutes) shall be ineligible to serve as Board members. Elected nominees and appointees agree to submit to the USA Swimming level 1 background check (unless USA Swimming rules require a level 2 background check), and agree to pay the cost of the background check. Persons who receive a "green" status following the background check and who submit the background check results to the Board will be reimbursed. 3. Term. Voting Board members shall serve for two (2) years. An individual who has served all or part of a two (2) year term may accept a nomination to serve an additional two (2)-year term. In no event shall any elected individual hold the same position on the Board for more than six (6) years consecutively. Terms are to be staggered by electing one-half (1/2) of the voting Board members every other year. a. The positions of Vice President, Treasurer and Member-at-Large #1 shall be elected in odd-numbered years. b. The positions of President, Secretary and Member-at-Large #2 shall be elected in even-numbered years. c. The non-voting Board member positions of Head Coach and Entries Chair shall be appointed by a majority vote of the voting board members. The Head Coach shall serve subject to the terms and conditions of the Head Coach Contract to be executed at the beginning of each session by the Board and the Head Coach. The Entries Chair shall serve until terminated by mutual agreement, voluntary resignation or termination by the Board. 4. Limitation. Only one parent from a family of an Athlete Member may serve as a Board member at any one time. This limitation does not prohibit Committee membership by the other parent. 5. Vacancies. Interim vacancies on the Board shall be filled by appointment as soon as possible, and such individual shall serve the remainder of the vacant term. A minimum two-thirds (2/3) vote of the voting Board members is required for appointment of an interim Board member. 6. Removal-Three (3) unexcused absences from Board meetings . A Board member may be removed for cause by a unanimous vote of the remaining Board members. For purposes of this section, "cause" shall include, but not be limited to:-Failure to perform the duties of the position held by the Board member-Material breach of the ASC Parent Code of Conduct and/or the USA Swimming Code of Conduct-Engaging in activities detrimental to the reputation, purpose, or operation of the Club. 7. Function-executing all contracts for use of facilities and hiring of coaches or other personnel as deemed necessary by the Board . In addition to the duties listed in Article V, below, the function of the Board shall include:establishing and collecting team membership fees-establishing appropriate practice schedules for swimmers-selecting competitive swimming events for Club participation-registering the team for Wisconsin Swimming, Inc., and the Athlete Members with USS-purchasing equipment and supplies for the Club, including entering into contracts on the Club's behalf for this purpose-developing rules and regulations for the Club and its Members 8. Meetings. The Board shall meet on a monthly basis or more often if necessary. Meetings shall be held at such times, dates, and locations as shall be determined by the members of the Board. Meetings are open to all Club members, with the exception of discussions involving personnel issues and salaries of the coaching staff. Information concerning the time, date and location of Board meetings shall be communicated to Parent Members of the Club by posting in a conspicuous place, and/or by other means, such as e-mail. 9. Quorum. The presence of a majority of the voting members of the Board shall be necessary in order to constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business at any meeting of the Board. Except as may otherwise be provided in the Articles of Association or these Bylaws, provided there is a quorum present, the decision of a simple majority of the voting Board members present at any meeting shall be the decision of the Board. 10. Reimbursement for Expenses. Board members shall be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses made on behalf of the Club. Expenses in excess of $100 need prior approval by the Board to be eligible for reimbursement. Board members shall not otherwise be compensated.
F99Z_P05_S00_L35 Form 990-EZ, Part V, Line 35 PART V, LINE 34 (CONTINUED DUE TO LIMIT OF 9000 CHARACTERS)-ARTICLE V DUTIES OF VOTING BOARD MEMBERS 1. Powers and Duties of the President. The President shall: a. Preside at all meetings of the Board and the annual meeting of the Club held during the spring awards banquet. b. Prepare and distribute the agenda for upcoming Board meetings to all members and the Park & Rec Department at least five (5) days prior to a scheduled Board meeting. c. Act as the liaison between the Club and the Park & Rec Department. d. Act as the liaison between the Club and USA Swimming, including acting as the Club representative for the purpose of voting on USA Swimming matters (if the President is USA Swimming Registered). e. Act as the liaison between the Club and Wisconsin Swimming, including acting as the Club representative for the purpose of voting on Wisconsin Swimming matters (if the President is USA Swimming Registered). f. Be responsible for the negotiation of coaching staff contracts and termination of coaches; provided, however, that no member of the coaching staff may be terminated without the affirmative vote of a majority of the Board members entitled to vote. g. Act as liaison between the Coaches and the Parent and Athlete Members of the Club. h. Have general and active management of the business of the Club. i. See that all orders and resolutions of the Board are carried out. j. Perform such other duties as the Board may direct.2. Powers and Duties of the Vice-President. The Vice-President shall: a. Perform all duties of the President if the President is absent. b. Act as the Club representative for the purpose of voting on USA Swimming and Wisconsin Swimming matters (if the Vice President is USA Swimming Registered). c. Act as the liaison and execute contracts between the Club and PMI/Resch Center for the purpose of fundraising. d. Act as the liaison between Committee chairpersons and the Board. e. Maintain copies of volunteer contracts; maintain records of fulfillment of volunteer contract obligations; retain deposit checks for volunteers until the end of the season. f. Act as liaison between the Club and providers of team suits/apparel. g. Perform such other duties as the Board may direct. 3. Powers and Duties of the Secretary. The Secretary shall: a. Have custody and control of the organizational records of the Club. b. Attend all meetings of the Board and the annual meeting of the Club, and prepare and keep true and complete minutes of the proceedings of such meetings with the Club's records. Copies of all meeting minutes are to be provided to Parent Members within a reasonable time following the meeting by posting in a conspicuous place or by other means as determined to be appropriate by the Board. c. Prepare and distribute copies of Parent Handbook and other documents needed for parent meetings (registration forms for ASC and USA Swimming, Code of Conduct forms, Meet Schedules, Communication information). d. Prepare and distribute flyers to Ashwaubenon Schools for Club registration and other special events as needed. e. Prepare Practice calendars and practice attendance sheets. f. Obtain and maintain financial liability coverage for the Treasurer, in the form of either a bond or insurance coverage. g. Maintain a current list of members with addresses and other contact information. h. Perform all duties usually incident to the position of secretary, and such other duties as the Board may direct. 4. Powers and duties of the Treasurer. The Treasurer shall: a. Collect and promptly deposit all monies in the name of and to the credit of the Club in bank account(s) held in the name of the Club. b. Disburse the funds of the Club as necessary in the ordinary course or as may be ordered by the Board, ensuring that proper receipts or statements have been submitted for such disbursements. c. Keep accurate records of receipts and disbursements, and provide a monthly cash flow statement itemizing all transactions which occurred during the previous month, d. Bill members for meet fees advanced by the Club on a monthly basis. e. Submit a proposed budget to the Board prior to the start of each season to enable the Board to set registration fees. f. Submit required USA Swimming registration forms for all athletes, coaches, Meet Director(s), and the Club. g. Prepare and maintain contracts for ASC coaches. h. Maintain records of ASC coaches' USA Swimming cards. i. Perform all duties usually incident to the position of treasurer, and such other duties as the Board may direct. 5. Powers and duties of the Members at Large. The Members at Large Shall: a. Manage ASC equipment checked out to swimmers (snorkels, fins, etc); maintain records of inventory and set issue/return dates; retain deposit checks for equipment until return date(s). (Member at Large #1) b. Enforce the parent and swimmer codes of conduct (along with another Board member and/or coach); maintain signed codes of conduct and records of disciplinary actions taken.(Member at Large #2) c. Assist the other Board members as needed, and perform other duties as the Board may direct.(Member at Large #1 & #2) ARTICLE VI DUTIES OF NON-VOTING BOARD MEMBERS 1. Powers and duties of the Head Coach. The Head Coach shall have the powers and duties stated in the Head Coach contract to be signed annually by the Head Coach and the Board President. Additionally, the Head Coach shall attend all Board meetings and assist the other Board members as needed, and perform other duties as the Board may direct. 2. Powers and duties of the Entries Chair. The Entries Chair Shall: a. Maintain and operate Hy-Tech Meet Manager and Team Manager software for purposes of submitting/receiving meet entries and meet results, running home swim meets and intrasquad/dual meets. b. Submit ASC swimmer USA registration forms electronically. c. Receive and distribute to Club members all meet information from other clubs regarding meets hosted by those clubs. d. Provide regular reports to the Head Coach and to the Board regarding swimmer meet entries, best times, cut times and Club records; maintain and update Club records information on the Club website and record boards at the pool. e. Prepare swimmer incentives/awards as established/directed by the Head Coach and approved by the Board. f. Attend all Board meetings and assist the other Board members as needed, and perform other duties as the Board may direct.
F99Z_P05_S00_L35a Form 990-EZ, Part V, Line 35a PART V, LINE 34 (CONTINUED DUE TO NUMBER OF CHARACTER LIMIT)-ARTICLE VII COMMITTEES The Board shall establish such Committees as may be deemed necessary from time to time. The Chairperson of each Committee is responsible for maintaining a file containing all information regarding the activities of the Committee. Regular reports of Committee activities shall be provided to the Vice President for presentation to the Board at Board meetings. Committee members shall be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses made on behalf of the Club. Expenses in excess of $100 need prior approval by the Board to be eligible for reimbursement. Committee members shall not otherwise be compensated. Committees may include, but shall not be limited to: 1. Fundraising Committee. The Fundraising Committee shall be responsible for selecting appropriate fundraising projects and performing all duties required in connection with the project. The purpose for a particular fundraising activity (i.e., defray operating expenses, purchase additional / replacement equipment, attend special meets, etc.) will be determined by the Board, and such purpose shall be conveyed to Club members prior to the start of the fundraising activity. The Fundraising Committee shall also be responsible for the annual Swim-A-Long fundraiser, including procuring various prizes from local businesses and individuals to be distributed to the athletes. 2. Home Meet Committee. The Home Meet Committee shall be responsible for all aspects of the Club's home meets, including concessions, procuring officials and lifeguards, ensuring that an adequate number of volunteers are available; soliciting advertisements for the home meet programs/heat sheets; soliciting donations of food, beverages and other concession items from members and local businesses; etc. In addition to volunteer adult members of the Club, the Home Meet Committee will include the Meet Director(s), and the Concessions, Timing System, and Awards Coordinators. 3. Apparel Committee. The Apparel Committee shall be responsible for the selection, acquisition, and distribution of Club apparel and related items, including sizing of team suits for the athletes. The Apparel Committee shall also be responsible for selling suits and other swimming-related products at the Club's home meets. 4. Social Committee. The Social Committee shall be responsible for making recommendations for and scheduling social events for the athletes during the season (within a budget set by the Board), including such activities as bowling, movie outings, family swim nights, etc. Social events should encourage team spirit and camaraderie among all Club members. 5. Records / Awards Committee. The Records / Awards Committee shall be responsible for obtaining awards for the spring awards banquet, maintaining the Club's record board, procuring and distributing medals/ribbons for the Club's home meets, obtaining small awards (i.e., certificates for ice cream cones, McDonald's, etc.) to be given to athletes for achieving a best time at selected meets etc. 6. Publicity Committee. The Publicity Committee shall be responsible for maintaining the Club's web site and bulletin board, securing a photography studio to take team photos, contacting local newspapers and schools to recognize the accomplishments of the athletes, etc. 7. Banquet Committee. The Banquet Committee shall be responsible for planning the spring awards banquet, including selection of the restaurant and food choices, providing information to members, preparing the banquet program, collecting money from families for the cost of the banquet and gifts for the coaches, etc. The Vice President of the Board shall serve as Chairperson of the Banquet Committee. 8. Rules Committee. The Rules Committee shall be responsible for keeping the Wisconsin LSC Handbook up-to-date by reviewing materials received from Wisconsin Swimming and monitoring the Wisconsin Swimming web site for the status of any rule changes. Rule changes that have an impact on the activities of the Club shall be brought to the attention of the Board and any appropriate Committee. 9. Other Committees. Other Committees and/or subcommittees may be established from time to time by the Board.ARTICLE VIII INDEMNIFICATION In accordance with the terms, limitations and notification requirements of any liability insurance policy providing coverage to the Club, the Club shall indemnify any person named as a party to any action, suit, or proceeding by reason of the fact that such person, or his or her successors, heirs, or legal representatives, is or was a Board member or employee of the Club, provided that the basis for such action, suit or proceeding arises from duties performed in the person's capacity as a Board member or employee of the Club. Indemnity will not be provided for criminal or intentional acts, or other acts or claims excluded under the liability insurance policy providing coverage to the Club. Additionally, indemnity shall not exceed the amount of liability coverage provided by the Club's liability insurance policy. ARTICLE IX RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. Code of Conduct. The Board will develop a Code of Conduct for both athletes and parents with the assistance of the coaching staff. Enforcement of the Code of Conduct for athletes will be the responsibility of the coaching staff and one Board Member-at-Large. Breaches of the Code of Conduct by Parent members will be addressed by two Board members, one of whom shall be a Member-at-Large. 2. Safety Regulations. All members of the Club are expected to follow all safety rules and regulations established by the Board, the Park & Rec Department, or Ashwaubenon High School. 3. Other Rules. All members of the Club shall follow any rules or regulations promulgated by the Park & Rec Department or Ashwaubenon High School in connection with the Club's use of the Ashwaubenon High School Pool or Ashwaubenon High School facilities. ARTICLE X DISSOLUTION CLAUSE Upon the dissolution of the Club, the Club shall, after paying or making provisions for the payment of all the liabilities of the Club, dispose of all the assets of the Club exclusively for the purposes of the Club in such manner, or to such organization or organizations organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes as shall at the time qualify as an exempt organization or organizations under §501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law), as the Governing Body shall determine. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the Circuit Court for Brown County, Wisconsin, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes. ARTICLE XI AMENDMENT The Board may suggest amendments to the Bylaws, which shall then be submitted to the members for consideration. These Bylaws may be altered, amended, or repealed, and new Bylaws may be adopted by the members by an affirmative vote of sixty-seven percent (67%) of all the votes entitled to be cast. These Amended Articles of Association and Bylaws of the Ashwaubenon Swim Club were approved by the Board on March 22, 2011, and presented for approval to the Voting Parent Members on March 27, 2011. X Approved _________ Disapproved
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