This corporation, with such rights and obligations as may be prescribed by law, is to be known as the NORTH LAS VEGAS POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (NLVPOA), North Las Vegas, Nevada.
The powers of the Association shall be vested in its membership, but may be exercised by the elected officers consisting of the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Chairman of the Board.
The duration of this Association shall be perpetual. No member or group of members, and no officer or agent of the Association, either singly or jointly with others shall have the power to dissolve the Association and dispose of its assets.
Objectives
- To render pecuniary aid to widows, orphans, families, or nominees of deceased members of this Association.
- To receive contributions or donations and disburse and distribute same in accordance with the directions of said contributors or donors.
- To provide entertainment, excursions, and social meetings for the benefits of its members.
- To make bylaws, rules and regulations for the government of its members, contributors and donors.
Membership Code of Ethics
As a Law Enforcement Officer and a member of the North Las Vegas Police Officers Association, my fundamental responsibility is to serve my Association and its membership.
As a personal commitment, I shall keep my membership in the Association and strive for improvements within the organization. I shall remain honest in thought and deed, while supporting fellow Association members. I shall solemnly pledge my devotion and be exemplary in following and obeying the Bylaws of this Association.
I will never permit my personal feelings, prejudices, animosities or friendships to influence my support of this organization. I will support the majority of the memberships views on the operation and the purposes of this Association.
By my actions or deeds, I shall never purposely ridicule, bring dishonor or disgrace upon any fellow member or an elected officer of the Association.