Guidelines
Website Guidelines
This website is provided and maintained to provide information to the post membership and general public.
It is maintained by the website editor (webmaster) regularly with content provided by and approved by the Post 115 Executive Committee. The post commander is the final arbiter of website content.
The website will follow the Ethical Guidelines below.
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If you have any corrections to or suggestions regarding this website please email web@amvets115.org
Communication Guidelines
Information regarding this post and post activities is shared via:
- Regular monthly meetings (general membership and executive committee); times and dates of these meetings are listed on the events page of this website.
- Via this website. This website is public and so all information is presumed to be exoteric and visible to the general public.
- Via email using Google groups one for the general membership and one for the executive committee.
- Files larger than possible for email attachment are shared via posting to the website or large file transfer applications (e.g., wetransfer.com)
- Note: Text messaging is also used, but not most practical for large data items or large groups of recipients.
Ethical Guidelines for All AMVETS Members
AMVETS members are bound by ethical principles and standards of conduct outlined in the organization's
National and Department Constitutions and By-laws, as well as local Post House Rules. These documents emphasize a set of ethical expectations for all members.
- Conduct Unbecoming a Member: The National Bylaws state that disciplinary action can be taken against a member for "conduct unbecoming a member of AMVETS," which is a broad standard covering behavior that harms the organization's reputation or mission.
- Respect and Professionalism: Members are expected to treat all other members, employees, guests, and the general public with dignity, diplomacy, and courtesy. Harassment or abusive language is generally not tolerated.
- Upholding Democratic Principles: Members are expected to respect the organization's structure, including accepting the rule of the majority gracefully and adhering to the Constitution and By-laws.
- Non-Political Stance: AMVETS, at the Post, Department, or National level, is a non-political organization. Its facilities and name should not be used to promote individual political candidates, parties, or products.
- Loyalty and Honesty: Members are expected to act with integrity and honesty. Charges against members or officers often include grounds like disloyalty or dishonesty.
- Responsible Use of Post Property and Privileges: Members are expected to follow "House Rules" at local posts, which cover items such as:
- No fighting, disruptive behavior, or the use of profane language.
- Prohibition of illegal substances or outside alcohol on the premises.
- Responsibility for the conduct and actions of their guests.
- Adherence to rules regarding the appropriate use and handling of Post property.
These rules serve to maintain a safe, respectful, and professional environment consistent with the organization's aims of serving veterans and building community.