BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
CUB SCOUT PACK 460
HAVELOCK, N.C.
PACK BY-LAWS

Article 1                      General

Article 2                      Scouts

Article 3                      Establishment of Group/Den/Patrol

Article 4                      Advancement

Article 5                      Adult Leadership

Article 6                      Adult Leadership Organization

Article 7                      Pack Committee

Article 8                      Uniforms

Article 9                      Discipline

Article 10                     Pack Meetings

Article 11                     Den Meetings

Article 12                     Annual Pack Planning Meeting

Article 13                     Permission Slips / Tour Permits

Article 14                     Pack Finances and Pack Budget

Article 15                     Transfers

Article 16                     Amendments to By-Laws

SECTION 1 - Pack 460 will operate in accordance with the policies of its sponsoring organization, Arthur W. Edwards Elementary School of Havelock, North Carolina and the by-laws of the Boy Scouts of America, and the following policies:

SECTION 1 - Boys who wish to participate in Council, District, Pack, and Den activities, must have a completed application on file with the Pack, signed by the Cubmaster, and all registration fees current. Applications must include current health/immunization history.

SECTION 2 - Boys who have advanced to the first grade in school will be placed in a Tiger Cub group.

SECTION 3 - Boys who have advanced to the second grade in school will be placed in a Wolf Den.

SECTION 4 - Boys who have advanced to the third grade in school will be placed in a Bear Den.

SECTION 5 - Boys who have reached the age of ten (10) years and/or have advanced to the fourth or fifth grade will be placed in a Webelos Patrol, regardless of the rank they have achieved.

SECTION 6 - Any exception to this article will be presented to the Pack Committee for review.

SECTION 1 - Each Tiger Cub Group will normally consist of the following:

a. Tiger Cub Den Leader (one for each group)
b. Tiger Cub Assistant Den Leader (one for each group)
c. A maximum of eight (8) Tiger Cubs

SECTION 2 - Each Den will normally consist of the following:

a. Den Leader
b. Assistant Den Leader(s)
c. Den Chief(s) (Preferably at least First Class rank)
d. Denner (Elected by the Den for 1 or 2 months)
e. Assistant Denner (Elected by the Den for 1 or 2 months)
f. A maximum of eight (8) Cub Scouts

SECTION 3 - Each Webelos Patrol will normally consist of the following:

a. Webelos Den Leader
b. Assistant Webelos Den Leader(s)
c. Webelos Den Chief(s) (Must be 13 or older, and at least First Class rank)
d. Webelos Denner (Elected by secret ballot by the Webelos Den for 3 to 6 months)
e. Assistant Webelos Denner (Elected for 3 to 6 months)
f. A maximum of eight (8) Webelos Scouts

SECTION 4 - Newly registered Cub and Webelos Scouts will be assigned to an existing Den/Patrol until the maximum membership has been achieved. At this time, a new Den/Patrol should be formed of additional boys as practical. During active recruiting periods, an effort will be made to establish new Dens/Patrols from new membership rolls.

SECTION 1 - The Cub Scout program includes the Bobcat requirements and a plan of advancement through four ranks:

a. Tiger
b. Wolf
c. Bear
d. Webelos

SECTION 2 - A boy’s first step after registering as a Cub Scout, regardless of age, is to pass the Bobcat requirements.

SECTION 3 - Cub Scouts fill requirements for achievement and electives while a Tiger, a Wolf, or a Bear.

SECTION 4 - Webelos Scouts work on activity badges, earn the Webelos award, and then earn Cub Scouting’s highest award, the Arrow of Light.

SECTION 5 - Upon advancement of a Cub Scout within the Pack, when certified by the appropriate Den Leader, Cubmaster, and/or Awards Chairperson, the Pack will provide the following:

a. Pin or other badges as appropriate for the Cub Scout rank.
b. Parent’s Ribbon (for first rank award) and appropriate Parents Pin for the Cub Scouts parent (s) or guardian(s).
c. Advancement card when applicable.
d. Book for the next rank.
e. Pack graduation certificate will be made locally.
f. Service star for Cub Scouts and Leaders after twelve months of active participation or service.
g. Summer time award for attendance.
h. Arrow of Light awarded to boys who have fulfilled the requirements
i. Sports Belt Loop/Pins earned during a Den, Pack, or Camp activity.

SECTION 6 - No Cub Scout or Webelos Scout will receive his award or advancement if the following items are NOT met:

a. Parent (s) or guardian (s) present at the Pack meeting
b. All Pack fees are current
c. Scout should be in uniform.

SECTION 7 - Those awards that are available for District and Council events will be presented to the Scouts provided they participate in the event. If the Scout does not attend AND contribute to the event, he forfeits any award or prize he may be eligible to receive, since it would be unfair to those who participate.

SECTION 1 - Any adult may become a Pack Committee member and/or leader upon completion of an adult application and approval of the Pack Committee. Parents and/or guardians of each Scout are encouraged to volunteer to serve on this committee or as a leader.

SECTION 2 - Every family is encouraged to perform in at least one of the Pack leadership positions or serve on a committee.

SECTION 3 - The following items are common to all adult leader positions:

a. Submit completed application. Application must be approved by the Pack Committee Chair and Charter Organization Representative before submission to the BSA.
b. Attend training provided/required by the local BSA Council and earn the "Trained" patch for their position.
c. Maintain and exhibit the principles and standards set forth in the by-laws of the BSA and Pack 460.
d. The following meetings should be attended regularly:
1. Monthly Committee Meeting
2. Monthly Pack Meeting
3. Monthly Round Table Training
4. Annual Pack Program Planning Meeting
5. Weekly Den Meeting

SECTION 4 - All training fees will be reimbursed to adult leaders upon proof of attendance. Annual registration fees will be paid by the Pack.

SECTION 5 - The Pack will supply all literature (training, administrative, or informational) needed by the leaders. Return books to Pack after adult leadership is completed.

SECTION 6 - All adult leaders are to ensure the safety of other adult leaders and scouts.

a. BSA policy on two-deep leadership will be strictly enforced.
b. BSA guidelines and policy as outlined in the current editions of the "Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America" and "Guide to Safe Scouting" will be closely adhered to.

SECTION 7 - The leaders are strongly encouraged not to use tobacco products in any form nor allow their use at any BSA activity. The use of alcoholic beverages is not permitted.

SECTION 1 - The Pack Organization will consist of the following:

a. Chartered Institutional Representative
b. Pack Committee Chairman
c. Cubmaster
d. Assistant Cubmaster(s)
e. Pack Committee Members
f. Webelos to Scout Transitional Coach
g. Den Leader Coach(s)
h. Tiger Organizer
i. Group/Den/Patrol Leaders
j. Special Committees

SECTION 2 - The Pack Committee may consist of the following positions:

a. Secretary
b. Treasurer
c. Advancement/Awards Chairman
d. Membership/Re-charter Chairman
e. Friends of Scouting Chairman
f. Public Relations Chairman
g. Pack Historian
h. Pack Librarian/Equipment Chairman

SECTION 3 - Special committees will be formed as needed for the following events:

a. Blue and Gold Banquet
b. Scout Fair/Show
c. Pinewood Derby
d. Fund Raisers (popcorn and Scout Fair tickets)
e. Other Pack events and outings

SECTION 4 - Position descriptions are listed in the Cub Scout Leader Book, as approved by the BSA.

SECTION 1 - The Pack Committee shall be the governing body of the Pack and is responsible for maintaining a properly functioning and growing Pack.

a. The Committees size is determined by the requirements of the Pack, but in no case shall it have less than three members.
b. The Committee shall hold elections annually, normally during the month following rechartering, at which time all positions will be reviewed and voted on.
c. The Committee is responsible for:
1. Ensuring that Pack functions in accordance with the rules and regulations of the BSA and the chartering organization.
2. Selecting a Cubmaster and assisting with the execution of the planned program.
3. Recruiting and training quality Leaders.
4. Planning the Pack’s annual program.
5. Carrying out all other duties delineated in the Cub Scouts Leaders Book.
6. All members of the Committee are voting members.
7. Committee meetings shall normally be held on the first Tuesday following the District Roundtable of each month at 6:30pm (7:00pm summer), at Arthur W. Edwards Elementary School, Havelock, North Carolina. Parents are welcome to attend but are not voting members unless they are registered Scouters.

SECTION 2 - If any adult leader cannot attend, they shall notify the Pack Committee Chairman at least 24 hours in advance, except in the case of an emergency.

SECTION 3 - Only those registered adult leaders in attendance will be allowed to vote on issues covered.

SECTION 4 - Issues other than those normally addressed at Committee meetings, i.e. discipline measures or other special circumstances, must be entered to the agenda of the Committee Chair at least 24 hours prior to the Committee meeting. Otherwise, these issues will be addressed on a time permitting basis only.

SECTION 5 - Issues that warrant confidentiality will be addressed by a meeting of the Charter Representative, the Committee Chair, and the Cubmaster. Action taken as a result of this meeting will only be on the basis of total consensus.

SECTION 6 - Special Committee meetings, Pack activities, and Pack summer meetings will be held as decided by the Cubmaster and Pack Committee, and in accordance with the Annual Pack Program.

SECTION 1 - Up Upon joining the Pack and being accepted as a Bobcat a boy will be required to have his uniform by the second Pack meeting unless other arrangements have been discussed with the Cubmaster. It is the responsibility of the Scout to obtain the full uniform Cub Scouts already in the Pack, who are advancing in rank, will be provided with the neckerchief of their new rank by the Pack at the Graduation ceremony.

SECTION 2 - Tiger Cub Groups will wear the colored T-shirts with the Tiger Cub emblem on the front of the shirt. The Tiger Group colors are: gray, yellow, and orange T-shirts (other colors added if needed), along with blue jeans. Any neat shoes, boots, or tennis shoes may be worn.

SECTION 3 - Cub Scout uniforms for the Pack will consist of a Cub Scout shirt, scarf, slide, hat, dark trousers/shorts (blue jeans are acceptable), and dark socks.

SECTION 4 - The Webelos Scout may choose to wear either the blue Webelos uniform based on Cub Scout uniform, or the khaki/olive uniform similar to the one worn by the Boy Scouts. The following parts are worn with both uniforms: Official Webelos neckerchief, slide, cap, Webelos Colors and belt.

SECTION 5 - All insignia will be worn on the uniform shirt in the position(s) described by the BSA insignia guide.

SECTION 6 - The uniform will be worn to all Cub Scout functions or during District or Council sponsored fund raising activities, unless otherwise instructed by the Cubmaster or Den Leader. Each Cub will carry a membership card.

SECTION 7 - Neckerchiefs shall be worn under the collar.

SECTION 8 - All Scouts, Leaders, and Parents are highly encouraged to purchase a Pack T-shirt, which may be worn in lieu of the uniform at certain Pack and Den functions.

SECTION 1 - A Tiger Cub, Cub/Webelos Scout, or Leader may be suspended for any of the following reasons:

a. Misconduct or bad behavior at Pack/Den meeting and activities
b. Failure to act as a good Scout or Leader
c. Failure to fulfill responsibilities for position held
d. No respect for the by-laws of the Pack and/or BSA

SECTION 2 - Discipline problems for all Tiger, Cub/Webelos Scouts will be handled in the following manner:

a. First offense: Scout will be counseled by the Den Leader/Cubmaster and Den Leader/Cubmaster will speak to parent(s). Parent(s) will be asked that the boy be removed from the activity.
b. Second offense: Will result in the Pack Committee ruling on probation for thirty (30) days from all Scouting functions. Parents will be notified of this in writing.
c. Third offense: Scout will be automatically suspended for sixty (60) days or until the problem can be resolved with the Cubmaster, Committee Chair, Charter Representative, Den Leader, and parents. Upon completion of the suspension, the parents will attend the next available Committee meeting to discuss the problem and determine whether or not the Scout will be placed on inactive status.

SECTION 3 - Any Scout who has been placed on the inactive role for conduct reasons, will not be refunded any portion of his enrollment fees. Application for reinstatement may be considered by the Committee at a later date, if the Scout has shown an improvement in his behavior and still wants to be in the Scouting program.

SECTION 4 - Discipline problems for leaders will be dealt with on an individual basis by the Charter Representative, the Committee Chairman, or the Cubmaster, depending on the nature of the offense and the position of the leader. Necessary/immediate steps will be taken to remove the leader from a potentially harmful situation. Resulting action may be taken as addressed in Article 7, Section 6.

SECTION 1 - Pack meetings shall be held monthly, on the last Thursday of the month. Any deviations because of holidays, etc., will be addressed, and alternate schedules planned at the Annual Pack Planning meeting. The Pack meeting time and place may be changed by the Cubmaster, due to special circumstances.

SECTION 2 - Pack meetings shall be held in the Arthur W. Edwards Elementary School at 6:30pm.

SECTION 3 - Scouts must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Uniforms are required for all Scouts and Leaders attending.

SECTION 4 - Special Pack meetings, Pack activities, and Pack summer meetings will be held as decided by the Cubmaster and Pack Committee, and in accordance with the Annual Pack Planning Program.

SECTION 5 - Regular attendance for a Cub Scout is encouraged at both Den and Pack meetings. If a Cub Scout misses two Pack meetings and/or six consecutive Den meetings, he will be placed on the inactive roles until rechartering or the problem is solved.

SECTION 1 - Cub Scout Dens shall meet once a week. Tiger Cub Dens shall meet at least twice a month. These meetings will be under the guidance of registered and trained Den Leaders. If Den Leaders cannot hold their meeting, and the meeting cannot be rescheduled, it will be the responsibility of the parents to conduct the Den meeting. If a Den is without a Registered Leader, the parents will have to conduct the meetings until a new Leader can be registered and trained. If the parents will not agree to this, the Den may have to be disbanded. If a Den meeting is rescheduled or cancelled, the Den Leader will notify the Cubmaster, Committee Chairman, and all the parents of the Scouts in the Den. Parents are not required to attend Den meetings however it is strongly encouraged. Some Den functions will require the assistance of the parents and parents are expected to be present at those times.

SECTION 2 - Regular attendance for a Cub Scout is encouraged at both Den and Pack meetings. If a Cub Scout misses two Pack meetings and/or six consecutive Den meetings, he will be placed on the inactive roles until rechartering or the problem is solved.

SECTION 1 - The Annual Pack Planning Meeting shall be held during the months of July or August.

SECTION 2 - The purpose of the meeting is to plan the Pack program for the following year (September through August), make changes as needed to the by-laws, discuss financial issues, set the budget, and prepare for re-charter.

SECTION 3 - Those persons in attendance should include all adult leaders and interested parents.

SECTION 1 - All parents will complete medical release forms and permission slips, to include emergency contacts for each event attended, and return to Den or Webelos leaders within one week of scheduled activity. This is in addition to the Health History completed on the Cub Scout Application, which the Pack will maintain on file. Den Leaders will maintain a copy for their Den Records.

SECTION 2 - Tour permits must be filed with Eastern Carolina Council via the Pack Committee before participating in activities away from the normal meeting place.

SECTION 1 - The pack will operate a treasury, managed by the Pack Treasurer. The treasurer will provide a monthly report to the Pack Committee on the state of the Pack accounts. An annual report will be given to the Chartering Organization in the month following rechartering, giving the status of Pack membership, activities and finances. The same report will be given to the parents at a Pack meeting.

SECTION 2 - A checking account will be established with a recognized local banking institution. Any relevant changes will be accomplished by a majority vote of the members in attendance at the Committee Meeting.

SECTION 3 - All expenditures will be prepared and signed by the Treasurer and co-signed by the Pack Committee Chairman or Cubmaster. Checks may not be signed by more than one member of the same household/family. Two signatures are required for each check.

SECTION 4 - Prior Pack Committee approval is required on all expenditures.

SECTION 5 - Receipts for all expenditures shall be turned in to the Pack Treasurer no later than the next committee meeting following the expenditure.

SECTION 6 - Budget for the next year will be set at the Annual Pack Planning meeting. Items to be considered will be:

a. Re-registration
b. Boy’s Life
c. Insignia/Badges/Awards
d. Literature
e. Adult Recognition
f. Training expenditures
g. Special Pack Activities (Pinewood Derby, Blue and Gold, Family Campouts, etc)

SECTION 7 - Dues and their collection

a. Dues will be set by each Den/Webelos Leader, not to exceed $5.00 per month.
b. The Pack will pay for all adult leader registration.
c. Tiger Cubs registration will be $10.00 and $1 insurance. An additional charge of $9.00 for Boys Life Magazine, if desired.
d. Registration for new Cub Scouts will be $10.00 and $1 insurance. An additional charge of $9.00 for Boys Life Magazine, if desired.
e. The Den Leader has the responsibility for record keeping regarding receipts and expenditures. Reports to the Pack Treasurer will be due on a monthly basis at the Committee meeting.
f. Expenditures for den activities/crafts, which will exceed the dues collected, must be approved first by parents of the Den, and Committee if Pack funds are to be used.

SECTION 8 - Responsibility for Scouting expenses.

a. Parents and Scouts
1. Registration fee
2. Uniform and accessories
3. Den dues

b.The Pack

1. Re-registration of all Pack members (Scout and Adult Leaders)
2. Items covered in Article 4, section 5, and Article 5 sections 4, 5, and 6
3. Pack Activities/Special Events as allowed by fund raising activities


c. The Charter Organization

1. Meeting place
2. Maintenance
3. Utilities

SECTION 9 - In special circumstances, where there is apparent financial hardship, the Charter Representative, Committee Chair, and Cubmaster together, may decide to waive fees for registration only.

SECTION 1 - When a Scout or Scouter leaves the Pack before his registration expires and wishes to continue in Scouting, a transfer sheet and an individual record will be given to him/her. A completed copy of this will be kept on file by the Pack. If a Leader is leaving, the Pack requests that enough notice is given to find a replacement for that position. Consider that to find and train a new Leader may take in excess of thirty days.

SECTION 1 - These by-laws may be amended at any Committee meeting, provided a copy of the proposed amendment or omission is submitted to the Committee Chairman one (1) week before the next scheduled meeting, or the proposal will be tabled for the next Committee meeting.

SECTION 2 - A two-thirds majority of the attending, voting members will be required for the acceptance of the proposed amendment to the existing by-laws.

SECTION 3 - The notice of change, addition, or omission of any part of these laws will be sent to all registered members of Pack 460, and the head of the sponsoring institution.