Club Member Code of Conduct

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Adopted: December 2025

1. Purpose

This Code of Conduct establishes mandatory standards of behavior for individuals affiliated with Mobile Bay Riders Cycling Club (“MBRCC”). Its purpose is to protect participant safety, ensure lawful and ethical conduct, and preserve the integrity and reputation of the Club.

2. Scope and Applicability

This Code applies to all individuals participating in or acting on behalf of Mobile Bay Riders Cycling Club, including members, officers, directors, volunteers, contractors, event participants, and guests (“Affiliated Individuals”). Compliance is a condition of participation in any Club activity.

3. Legal and Policy Compliance

Affiliated Individuals shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as all Club bylaws, policies, procedures, and event rules. When standards conflict, the most restrictive requirement applies.

4. Standards of Conduct

Affiliated Individuals shall:

• Obey all traffic and safety laws.

• Accept responsibility for their conduct.

• Respect Club rules, facilities, and property.

• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.

• Refrain from discrimination or harassment of any kind.

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship.

• Avoid profanity, threats, violence, or illegal conduct.

• Respect the property of others.

• Not use Club logos or branding without written Board approval.

• Avoid conduct that brings disrepute or harm to the Club.

5. Minors

If an Affiliated Individual is under 18, parents or legal guardians may be notified of any alleged or confirmed misconduct.

6. Duty to Report

Affiliated Individuals must report known or suspected violations to the Board of Directors. Retaliation for good‑faith reporting is strictly prohibited and constitutes a violation.

7. Investigation and Enforcement

The Board will investigate reported violations and may impose disciplinary action, including warnings, suspension, removal from events, termination of membership, or removal from office. Individuals will receive reasonable notice and an opportunity to be heard, except where immediate action is required for safety or legal compliance.

8. Condition of Participation

Participation in any Mobile Bay Riders Cycling Club activity constitutes acknowledgment and agreement to comply with this Code. Enforcement authority rests with the Board of Directors, consistent with applicable law.