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By-Laws

Assocation of Ecosystem Research Centers

(Adopted October 24, 1988)
(Amended May 10, 1996)

  1. In recognition of the fact that some individuals make significant contributions to the advancement of ecosystem science, and that state or federal centers might also seek a relationship, the categories of Correspondents and Subscribing Center are established. A representative from a Subscribing Center, and individual Correspondents may receive the publications of the Association and may attend meetings, but are not Council members.
  2. The Annual Fee for member Centers, Subscribing Centers, and Correspondents will be set at the Annual Meeting.
  3. The Public Affairs Committee will consist of (5) five people: The President, The President-Elect, and three other individuals. The President shall appoint the other members of the Public Affairs Committee.