Bylaws of
New Jersey Electric Vehicle Association
Last Updated: February 18, 2026
Table of Contents
Article 1 – Name and Relationship
Article 2 – Purpose and Limitations
Article 6 – Board Meetings and Quorum
Article 7 – Voting and Actions
Article 8 – Officers’ Duties (Chapter Level)
Article 9 – Finances and Assets
Article 11 – Conflicts of Interest and Indemnification
Article 12 – Amendments to Bylaws
Article 1 – Name and Relationship
The name of this organization is New Jersey Electric Vehicle Association (“NJEVA”). Acceptable abbreviations are: New Jersey EVA, NJ Electric Vehicle Association, or NJEVA. When communicating with other EVA chapters, the preferred abbreviation is New Jersey EVA. When communicating with New Jersey partners, preferred abbreviations are NJ Electric Vehicle Association or NJEVA.
NJEVA is a local chapter of and is affiliated with the Electric Vehicle Association, a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation (“EVA”).
In the event of any conflict between these bylaws and the bylaws or policies of the EVA, the bylaws and policies of the EVA shall control to the extent applicable.
Article 2 – Purpose and Limitations
The mission of NJEVA is to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in New Jersey through education and demonstration, including EV shows, EV Ride & Drive events and EV education to diverse demographics. NJEVA will engage in activities that grow the adoption of electric vehicles and related infrastructure, consistent with section 501(c)(3) requirements as applied to EVA.
NJEVA shall not engage in activities inconsistent with EVA’s limitations on political and prohibited activities, and shall comply with all applicable EVA policies on lobbying and public communications.
Article 3 – Membership
Membership in NJEVA shall consist of two classes of members: Active Members and Affiliates. Unless otherwise provided in these Bylaws, the term “voting member” as used in these Bylaws refers solely to Active Members. Membership dues to become an Active Member, if any, shall be paid to the EVA, with designation for the New Jersey Electric Vehicle Association. Affiliates shall be non-dues paying individuals, and designated as any volunteer or participant assisting with the NJEVA.
NJEVA admits members of any race, color, religion, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to members of NJEVA.
Article 4 – Board of NJEVA
The governing body of NJEVA shall be a Board composed of seven (7) voting Board members and two (2) non‑voting alternates (collectively, the “Board”). All Board members and alternates must be members in good standing of the NJEVA.
The Board shall include, at a minimum, a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, elected from among the seven voting Board members. The Policy Lead is an optional Board position, to be elected from among the seven Board members. Other positions may be created by Board resolution as long as the total voting Board size remains seven.
Board members shall serve staggered terms of up to four (4) years, with elections occurring every 2 years. The Board may serve successive terms consistent with any term‑limit guidance issued by EVA; where any filling of vacancies shall not conflict with EVA’s bylaws.
Article 5 – Alternates
NJEVA shall have two (2) alternates, as appointed by the Board, who may attend Board meetings and participate in discussions, but do not vote unless temporarily seated as voting Board members.
If fewer than seven (7) voting Board members are present at a meeting, one or both alternates shall be seated in a predetermined or previously adopted order to restore the number of voting participants to seven for that meeting, and when so seated, each alternate has full voting rights for that meeting only.
Article 6 – Board Meetings and Quorum
The Board shall meet monthly and special meetings may be called by the President or by any two voting Board members.
A quorum for the transaction of business is four (4) individuals counted as Board members for that meeting, which may include alternates when seated as described above. No Board action may be taken in the absence of a quorum.
Article 7 – Voting and Actions
Every act taken or decision made by a majority of the voting Board members present at a duly called meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board, except where EVA or applicable law requires a greater vote.
The Board may act without a meeting by unanimous written consent (including electronic consent) of all voting Board members then in office, to the extent permitted by EVA policy and applicable state law.
Article 8 – Officers’ Duties (Chapter Level)
The President shall preside at NJEVA Board and member meetings, provide general leadership for the chapter, and serve as the primary liaison to EVA, consistent with the role of the President under EVA’s bylaws. The President shall have signatory authority on behalf of NJEVA for contracts, financial instruments, and official documents, subject to any limitations established by the Board or required under EVA policies. The President shall be an authorized spokesperson for NJEVA and shall have authority to issue official public statements, respond to inquiries from the press, and provide quotes or commentary on behalf of NJEVA. The President shall be responsible for external engagement, strategic alignment, and effectuating goals as defined by EVA.
The Policy Lead, an optional Board position, may serve as an authorized spokesperson for NJEVA and issue official public statements or respond to inquiries from the press, and provide quotes or commentary on behalf of NJEVA. The Policy Lead shall not have signatory authority unless separately authorized by the Board in writing.
The Vice President shall support the President in the execution of their duties and shall assume the responsibilities of the President in the event of the President’s absence, incapacity, or vacancy. The Vice President may represent NJEVA publicly or respond to media inquiries only when expressly authorized by the President or the Board. The Vice President shall be responsible for all internal operations associated with volunteer management and membership.
The Secretary shall be responsible for maintaining accurate records of NJEVA activities, including meeting minutes, official correspondence, and governance documents. The Secretary shall oversee recordkeeping and ensure timely communication of official notices to Members, but shall not issue public statements or speak on behalf of NJEVA unless expressly authorized. The Secretary shall also be responsible for official member correspondence, including but not limited to the official NJEVA newsletters, which may be developed jointly with others.
The Treasurer shall oversee the financial affairs of NJEVA, including budgeting, financial reporting, fundraising, and compliance with EVA and applicable legal requirements. The Treasurer shall have signatory authority for financial accounts and transactions as authorized by the Board and shall not enter into financial commitments or contracts on behalf of NJEVA outside the scope of such authorization. The Treasurer shall remain in contact with the Finance Committee of the EVA, ensuring compliance for chapter activities.
All officers shall perform their duties in a manner consistent with EVA’s bylaws, policies, and chapter agreements, as well as any additional responsibilities or limitations adopted by the NJEVA Board.
Article 9 – Finances and Assets
NJEVA shall handle chapter funds in compliance with EVA financial policies, including use of EVA‑managed chapter accounts where required and adherence to any EVA reimbursement and reporting procedures.
Upon dissolution of NJEVA or revocation of its chapter status, any remaining chapter funds or assets shall be transferred to EVA or to another EVA‑designated nonprofit entity whose purposes include education and promotion of electric vehicles, consistent with EVA’s asset‑dedication and dissolution provisions.
Article 10 – Committees
The Board may establish standing or ad hoc committees (such as events, outreach, policy, or nominating committees) to support NJEVA activities, subject to the Board’s oversight and subject to any constraints EVA places on chapter‑level committees.
Committees may not have quorum. Committees shall not bind EVA or NJEVA to contracts or obligations without prior Board approval and, where required, EVA approval.
Article 11 – Conflicts of Interest and Indemnification
A conflict of interest exists when personal or financial interests may influence, or appear to influence, board decisions.
NJEVA shall follow the conflict‑of‑interest, related‑party transaction, and indemnification standards set forth in EVA’s bylaws and any associated EVA policies, as applicable to chapter leaders.
NJEVA Board members and officers serve without compensation from the chapter but may be reimbursed for reasonable out‑of‑pocket expenses incurred on behalf of NJEVA, consistent with EVA financial controls.
Article 12 – Amendments to Bylaws
These bylaws may be amended or repealed by a majority vote of the full voting Board of NJEVA, provided that any such change is consistent with EVA’s bylaws, policies, and chapter‑affiliation requirements and, where required by EVA, is submitted to EVA for review or approval.
No amendment may create a chapter structure or authority inconsistent with NJEVA’s status as an affiliated chapter of the EVA or seeks to alter EVA’s governance.