Ethics Committee

Woodbridge Senior Billiards Club (WSBC)

The Role and Responsibilities of the Ethics Committee with Regards to the “Code of Conduct”  The “Code of Conduct” was established to ensure that all members of the Woodbridge Township Senior Billiards Club may enjoy their time playing pool and socially interacting with other Club members in a safe, orderly, and civil environment without disruption or interference from any other individual(s).

The Club’s Executive Board recognizes the need to clarify its expectations for acceptable conduct, identify the possible consequences for unacceptable conduct, and ensure that discipline, when necessary, is administered promptly and fairly.
 
In short, all members are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Such things as common courtesy, respect for others, and friendly communication are essential in order to maintain a positive environment for all members.
 
Article 3, Section 8 of the Club’s By-Laws states that “All members of the Woodbridge Township Senior Billiards Club must comply with the principles and provisions outlined in the Club’s Code of Conduct at all times when participating in all Club related activities and events. Any member who violates any provision of this Code is subject to disciplinary action imposed by the Club’s Executive Board.”
 
When a specific violation(s) of the Code of Conduct is reported to or observed by an Ethics Committee or Executive Board member, the Ethics Committee will be asked to conduct a thorough review of the incident/offensive behavior.  This will include meeting with the individual(s) whose behavior was reported to be in violation of the Code of Conduct and, where necessary, interviewing witnesses to the incident or offensive behavior.
 
Upon the completion of the investigative review, the Ethics Committee will make a recommendation to the Executive Board regarding disciplinary action. The Executive Board will consider the Ethics Committee’s recommendation and will make the final determination as to the specific disciplinary action to be taken against the Club member(s). Such disciplinary action will be expressly communicated to the member(s) by the President of the Club.
 
If a member is suspended from the Club, he/she will be excluded from all Club activities for a period of time determined by the Executive Board.
 
Upon the completion of the individual’s suspension from the Club, he/she will be required to attend a reinstatement meeting with the Ethics Committee. At this meeting, the Ethics Committee members will review the circumstances or events which led to the suspension and make it absolutely clear that a repeat of the particular violation, or any other violation of the Club’s Code of Conduct, may result in a lengthier suspension or termination from the Club.
 
Once the individual (s) has been officially reinstated by the Ethics Committee, all of the rights and privileges enjoyed by Club members in good standing will be restored.