The following resolution was submitted at the Annual Conference and requires a membership approval. Resolutions that have bylaw and/or financial implications must be vote and approved by the 2/3s of the voting membership. This resolution will be available for discussion for 2 weeks, July 3-16). At the end of the resolution, the NACCS Board offers a PRO/CON discussion. From July 17-31, the membership will vote on the resolution. Details will be emailed to members.

2012 RESOLUTION: INCREASE MEMBERSHIP DUES
WHEREAS, it has been 9 years since the dues structure has changed and the top category for an individual is $125 – a member with income $75,000 and over;
WHEREAS, NACCS collects dues on an annual basis and dues maintain the financial health and stability of the organization;
WHEREAS, dues support advocacy, the annual conference, awards (book author, scholars, DREAM scholarship for immigrant students, student presenter housing fellowships), general and meeting expenses supporting union establishments, newsletters, professional development, and membership communications;
WHEREAS, on an annual basis Focos are eligible to be reimbursed $2 for each student and low-income member and $5 for all other membership categories; and Caucuses are eligible to be reimbursed $5 for each student and $10 each for all other membership categories;
WHEREAS, only 30% of the membership pays dues at the $55,000 and over level;
WHEREAS, the tough economy has forced NACCS to be even more efficient and effective with existing limited resources;
WHEREAS, the costs for programming and other expenses has continued to grow;
WHEREAS, the current dues structure has not kept up with inflation;
WHEREAS, NACCS spends more income from member dues and other revenue sources on its strategic goals and core program with the acknowledgment of its members; and
WHEREAS, the NACCS national board will continue to seek ways to improve returns on member dollars and contain costs;
WHEREAS, a $10 increase a year would be a marginal increase, resulting in a $0.85/month increase per person;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that NACCS increase its dues structure across all categories by $10 (excluding members with an income under $20,000, students, retirees, life members, institution, residents of Mexico and Latin America) and add two additional membership categories at the top end of the income scale. Caucus dues would remain the same. Library membership would increase by $15. The new dues structure would become effective January, 2013.

The dues structure would be as follows: (to see current dues structure – click here)

Member with income under $20,000 – $45 (remains the same)
Member with income $20,000 – $34,999) – $70
Member with income $35,000 – $44,999 – $80
Member with income $45,000 – $54,999 – $90
Member with income $55,000 – $64,999 – $100
Member with income $65,000 – $74,999 – $110
Member with income $75,000 – $84,999 – $135
Member with income $85,000 – $94,999 – $150
Member with income $95,000 and over – $200

Undergraduate student – $30 (remains the same)
Graduate student – $40 (remains the same)
Life Member – $2500 (remains the same)

Library (non voting) ……………$100.00 ($15 increase)
Institution (non voting)…………$250.00 (remains the same)

Permanent residents of Mexico and other Latin American countries use this income schedule. Residents of other nations follow the gender member dues structure:
Income under $20,000……….$20.00 (remains the same)
$20,000 and over……………….$30.00 (remains the same)

The following is from the NACCS Board regarding the PRO/CON for the resolution.
Pro: This modest proposed increase in dues, $10/year or $0.85/month, will help sustain the increased cost and financial responsibilities of the organization (i.e. Immigrant Beca scholarships; increased venue costs at the annual conference; costs related to responding to critical issues in a timely manner; costs to sponsor awards – book author, scholars, and student presenter housing fellowships; and membership communications – newsletter). NACCS has not raised its dues structure for 9 years while most organizations have raised dues every three to four years. Students, low-income members and retirees will not have their dues increased while at the same time levels have been added for those at the higher income levels. Our dues also supports the Focos and Caucuses. Focos receive membership rebates, $2 for each student and low-income member and $5 for all other membership categories; and Caucuses receive $5 for each student and $10 each for all other membership categories making NACCS a vibrant and sustainable organization throughout the United States. A yes vote will help support NACCS’ mission as well as the level of service our members clearly expect and deserve.
Con: Raising membership dues may prohibit members from renewing or the ability of the organization to recruit new members.

NACCS Board Presents four Resolutions for Member Discussion and Vote. Voting details will be emailed to membership.

These resolutions are for member review and discussion. Current Members as of September 6 will be eligiable to vote. Voting details will be emailed to Members. If you do not receive an email with instructions and you believe you are eligiable to vote please contact naccs @ naccs.org for verification.

Resolution #1
Institute an opening blessing and acknowledgement of Indigenous Communities at all future NACCS annual gatherings.
Submitted by: Indigenous Caucus

WHEREAS it is important that as Chicana/o scholars, activists and community members we continue to build positive relationships and acknowledgement of Indigenous communities and the First Nations/Indigenous Peoples of each site of our annual gathering.
WHEREAS it is appropriate and respectful to begin with a traditional blessing to inaugurate the annual NACCS conference.
WHEREAS it is important to create a space that acknowledges the ancestors of each territory and/or the traditional elders and/or leaders of local Indigenous communities, inclusive of our own Xicana/o spiritual elders.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the annual NACCS Chair work with the annual Indigenous Caucus representatives and conference site foco representatives to ensure that every annual conference begin with a traditional blessing.

Bylaw Implications: None
Cost: We are asking NACCS to consider an appropriate financial compensation within a $50- $300 possible honorarium to be determined by the Chair and Indigenous Caucus representatives, as to what is deemed appropriate and possible during each year.

The following Pro/Con statements were produced by the Board for members to consider in their discussion and vote.

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Resolution #2
TO BRING THE 2013 NATIONAL NACCS CONFERENCE TO SAN ANTONIO
Submitted by: Tejas Foco

WHEREAS the site for the 2013 national NACCS conference has been determined to be Rocky Mountain under the rotation adopted by the membership in 2003 and there is critical interest from the NACCS-Tejas Foco to host the event in San Antonio;
WHEREAS the Latina/o population in Texas continues to grow while reactionary politicians continue to perpetuate false narratives about our community;
WHEREAS the attacks on ethnic studies and Chicana/o studies continues to grow across the nation and in Texas, as evidenced by the battles over the curriculum in Texas text books;
WHEREAS the threat to Mexican-American studies in the state of Texas grows and efforts to slash the budgets of centers for Mexican-American studies continue;
WHEREAS NACCS can build and show support for Mexican-American studies in Texas by bringing the national conference to San Antonio;
WHEREAS there is critical institutional support from universities in San Antonio;
WHEREAS Arturo Madrid and Norma Cantu have explored sources of institutional funding;
WHEREAS the opportunities for these sources of funding may not exist in subsequent years;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the 2013 national NACCS conference will be held in San Antonio, TX.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the previously agree upon rotation will resume after the 2012 conference with the Rocky Mountain hosting.

Bylaws Implications: This would change the conference rotation schedule that was voted on by members in 2003.

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Resolution #3
Add a Conference Foco Advisor to the National Board
Submitted by: NACCS National Board & Southern California Foco
WHEREAS, in any given year there should be a national board member who represents the conference/Foco region.
WHEREAS, the regional foco is encouraged to co-sponsor and co-organize conference wide events, such as noche de cultura.
WHEREAS, communication with the regional foco during the conference planning year is imperative.
WHEREAS, a national conference is strengthened by its local flavor.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a new advisory position be created for the purpose of working with the national board to organize and plan the national conference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this position will be for one year.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that they will have full voting rights on the national board
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this person will be elected by the regional Foco and is not subject to a national election.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this person participates on the monthly board conference calls as it relates to the conference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this person commits to minimum monthly communication with their foco members and the national board, specifically the Chair-elect.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this person nominates one speaker on behalf of the Foco for the thematic plenary at the national conference.
Bylaw Implications:
This position would be added to article IV of the by-laws that stipulates the officers that comprise the national board. Additionally a description of the position, term and duties will be added to article V.

Cost: NACCS will incur the cost of midyear meeting travel related expenses if the Foco rep is not within a reasonable driving distance to the conference site.

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