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Duties of the Sergeant-at-Arms. In a Rotary Club. Role of the Sergeant-at-Arms. The Rotary Manual of Procedure states: The officers of a club are the President … and a Sergeant-at-Arms (who may or may not be members of the board as the bylaws of the club shall provide).".
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Duties of the Sergeant-at-Arms In a Rotary Club
Role of the Sergeant-at-Arms • The Rotary Manual of Procedure states: • The officers of a club are the President … and a Sergeant-at-Arms (who may or may not be members of the board as the bylaws of the club shall provide)."
The Sergeant-at-Arms • Plays a vital role • Allows the club President to concentrate on conducting the weekly meeting
Functions - Sergeant at Arms • To maintain order • To be alert • To prepare for the meeting • To be a part of the overall success
Getting Started • What is the first responsibility? • Prior to each meeting, you should…?
One cardinal rule • Always arrive at the meeting place at least 15 or 20 minutes ahead of time • To ensure that every thing is ready
To Do List - • Tables and chairs • Gavel, bell, banners and other regalia • Club's Charter • Sound system • Lighting, temperature, ventilation • Audiovisuals • Introduction and Thank you of Guest Speaker
Role of Segeant-at-arms • Be at the door • Name badges • 5-Minute warning • Call to order • Seating • The meal • Late arrivals • Maintain order • Early departures • Fines Session • Farewell to guests
Induction of a new member Role of Sergeant-at-arms • Walk over and bring to podium • Introduce and present
Role of the Sergeant at Arms • Installation • Conclusion
Duties of the Sergeant-at-Arms In a Rotary Club