Over 200 Japan Firms to Seek Approval of Takeover Defense Jun 2, 2008
To this end, nearly half of the firms, or 101 of them, plan to revise their articles of incorporation, a step which requires the passage of special resolutions with at least two-thirds of the voting rights of shareholders present at the meetings, according to the survey. As a result, some companies seeking special resolutions for takeover defense measures may see their proposals rejected. (JCN Network, Japan)
A Century of Children Jun 1, 2008
JUNE 3, 1908, articles of incorporation are filed for the then-Florida Methodist Orphanage. The first two orphans come to the home. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
MGIC sets date for special shareholder meeting May 29, 2008
Milwaukee-based MGIC (NYSE: MTG), which is also calling on shareholders to approve the company's articles of incorporation to increase the number of shares the company can issue from 300 million to 460 million shares, said Thursday that the special meeting is in addition to MGIC's 2008 annual shareholders meeting that was held May 15 ... Shareholders also will vote on amending MGIC's articles of incorporation to implement majority voting for the election of directors in uncontested elections. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Patrick Industries Announces New Chairman and President; Other Results from Annual Meeting May 23, 2008
This included a change to Patrick's Articles of Incorporation by deleting Article IX, which eliminated the classification of the Board of Directors, resulting in the annual election of all directors and eliminating the requirement of nine directors on the Board. Shareholders also approved a rights offering of 1,850,000 shares of common stock, in which shareholders will receive one right to purchase a fraction of a share of common stock for each share of common stock held on May 27, 2008, the... (PR Newswire)
Wyckoff appointed to Board Of Regents May 16, 2008
The Board of Regents has and exercises the corporate powers prescribed by law; develops policy and has responsibility for sound resource management of the University; determines general, educational and financial policies; and has the power to carry out any other functions which are permitted by the bylaws or by the articles of incorporation, except as limited by law. The Board of Regents meets 7 times per year on Friday afternoons in Maryville for four hours. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Vision Global Solutions, Inc. and Fortes Financial, Inc. Announce Agreement to Merge May 16, 2008
VIGS also authorized an amendment to its articles of incorporation (the ``Amended Articles'') in anticipation of the Merger. These corporate actions are not dependent on the Merger. (Primezone Releases)
Islamic Republic of Afghanistan -- Statement by the IMF Mission at the Conclusion of the Discussions for the Fourth Review of the Program under the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility Arrangement May 9, 2008
In March 2008, Cabinet adopted the articles of incorporation of the state-owned electricity provider (transforming DABM into DABS), thereby allowing it to operate on a commercial basis. However, the authorities missed the structural benchmark on the conclusion of an agreement between the MOF and the DABM on quarterly reform benchmarks in exchange for subsidy disbursements. (IMF News)
Softbank's Operating Profit Tops 300 B. Yen for 1st Time May 8, 2008
said Thursday that its annual group operating profit topped 300 billion yen for the first time ever in fiscal 2007, on the back of its strong mobile phone operations (JCN Network, Japan)
Fulton seeks to establish public benefit corporation May 2, 2008
The purpose of the Fulton Community Improvement Corporation, as stated in the articles of incorporation, is to promote civic, charitable and community improvement projects in the City of Fulton. This corporation is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religious or scientific purposes. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Bucyrus announces two-for-one stock split May 2, 2008
Bucyrus stockholders also approved an amendment to the company's articles of incorporation increasing the number of authorized shares of common stock from 75 million to 200 million. Latest News. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
New employer sanctions bill falls short in addressing concerns Apr 23, 2008
This is especially true with the provision to suspend or revoke the articles of incorporation that were established to protect businesses owners and investors. I have been involved in this issue for the last two years. (Nogales International, AZ)
Shooting range group meets Wednesday Apr 16, 2008
George Scott, one of the organizers of the effort, said the meeting will focus on completing discussion of articles of incorporation and selecting a name for the organization. Those seeking additional information should call Scott at 325-0760. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Second Quarter on the Rise for COGECO Apr 11, 2008
Capital Stock Authorized, an unlimited number Preferred shares of first and second rank, could be issued in series and non-voting, except when specified in the Articles of Incorporation of the Company or in the Law. Multiple voting shares, 20 votes per share. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Porsche gets EU boost in bid for VW Apr 11, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Stewart Enterprises, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reports Annual Meeting Results Apr 4, 2008
The company also reported that, at its annual shareholders' meeting today, all of its directors were re-elected, and a proposal to amend its Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation to increase the number of authorized shares of Class A Common Stock by 50 million shares to 200 million shares was approved. Founded in 1910, Stewart Enterprises, Inc. is the second largest provider of products and services in the death care industry in the United States, currently owning and operating 221... (Primezone Releases)
Sallal Water Association may rescind membership Apr 3, 2008
Members of the association received a ballot in the mail, which included two uncontested trustee candidates, Andy Velebir and Gerry Prior, and a decision to adopt changes to the association's articles of incorporation, meeting federal and state standards ... The changes to the articles of incorporation also passed, 97-7. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
Legislature favors sanctions law changes Mar 28, 2008
They also wanted to remove a business' articles of incorporation from the list of business licenses that the state could revoke for having knowingly or intentionally hired an illegal worker. Those attempts were beaten back, and the overall bill passed on a voice vote largely along partisan lines. (AZCentral -- News)
First Presbyterian Church to celebrate 130 years Mar 20, 2008
The congregation's articles of incorporation provide a founding date of March 31, 1878. The church members first met in the Lee Hotel at Lake Madison. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
‘Breakaway' Baptist group wins court ruling Mar 15, 2008
News Tribune Publishing. From Missouri's Capital City. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Dog-fighting, neglect Mar 15, 2008
In June of 2002, Taylor signed the articles of incorporation for a business based at that property called MV7 LLC, Vick's initials and jersey number. After they set up their business, the four men boldly used shirts and headbands to represent and promote their dog fighting operation, the indictment says. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Kick-off is March 28 Mar 9, 2008
Mary Mulcaire-Jones, Danette Gleason, Susanne Dauenhauer and Jim O Neill have donated hours and hours into getting this off the ground: studying other foundations, writing by-laws and articles of incorporation, working through all the many legal requirements of establishing a nonprofit. Now it s time for the whole community to pitch in. (Montana Standard, MT)
State brings business services office above ground Mar 5, 2008
It offers walk-in service to those filing business forms - everything from articles of incorporation to a minister's license - that need the stamp of approval from the secretary of state. A smaller service center operated in the basement of the Rhodes State Office Tower at 30 E. Broad St., but it was hard to find, parking was difficult and the center's three employees felt cut off from the rest of the office's staff, which is also housed at the former Borden skyscraper. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Invitation to the Shareholders of Nobel Biocare Holding AG to the 6th Annual General Meeting Mar 5, 2008
Adjustment of the articles of incorporation due to modified requirements. 10. (Primezone Releases)
Cell Therapeutics, Inc. Announces Issuance of $51.7 Million of New 2012 Convertible Senior Notes Mar 4, 2008
CTI also announced that a substantial number of existing holders of the Company's Series A 3% Convertible Preferred Stock, Series B 3% Convertible Preferred Stock, Series C 3% Convertible Preferred Stock and Series D 7% Convertible Preferred Stock (the "Preferred Stock") have converted their shares of Preferred Stock into common stock in accordance with the respective provisions of the Company's Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, induced by an aggregate cash payment by CTI to such... (PR Newswire)
Rare races awaken sleepy Cloud Lake Mar 3, 2008
According to Doney, Cloud Lake has never had a charter, only articles of incorporation. Colesanti says that's the legal equivalent of a charter. (The Palm Beach Post)
Regal donates Whiteside to Friends group Feb 27, 2008
In the meantime, the group has filed articles of incorporation and elected interim officers. Morre is the chairwoman, Louise-Annette Burgess is the vice chairwoman, Jan Harmon is the secretary and Carolyn Ver Linden is the treasurer. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Gridley Council and Planners hear from community members Feb 23, 2008
The group is sending letters out to founding families in the area asking for help and the board has set up a Federal identification number, Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. Mayor Fichter stated, We are excited about having a major event in a big way. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Aastrom Biosciences Intends to Seek Shareholder Approval to Grant Board Authority to Amend Restated Articles of Incorporation Feb 23, 2008
Feb. 22, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Aastrom Biosciences, Inc. (NasdaqCM: - ), a leading regenerative medicine company, today announced that the Company intends to seek shareholder approval to authorize the Board of Directors to amend Aastrom's Restated Articles of Incorporation to execute a reverse split of the Company's issued and outstanding common stock if they determine it is in the best interests of Aastrom and its shareholders. The Board would be authorized to execute the reverse split at... (Primezone Releases)
Bite out of the 'Fourth Estate' Feb 23, 2008
Proposed legislation to end the requirement that new Arizona firms print their articles of incorporation in newspapers is all well and good for private firms, except it closes the door to a lot of folks to read this vital public information ... The articles of incorporation shed light and are important for varied reasons ranging from discovering possible investment opportunities, retail or wholesale partnerships, potential employment venues, or even to discover that a former associate who still... (Nogales International, AZ)
A Hostile Bid for Ahafo Ano North Board Chairmanship Feb 18, 2008
There are serious manoeuvring and lobbying to coerce the corporate headquarters to go for a less competitive option, endorsement or invoke a poison pill which which her articles of incorporation permit. However, the stakes are so high and the corporate headquarters has signalled through her strategic bulwarks that managerial entrenchment will not be countenanced as its highly risky. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Love your library? Feb 16, 2008
Britt's fledgling group of supporters is currently working on articles of incorporation and their own tax status so they can accept large and small tax-deductible monetary donations to the library. We do have people who donate to Friends, Friedow said. (Forest City Summit, IO)
What's the law? Feb 13, 2008
Answer: From Legal Aid's housing unit: The documents that govern homeowners associations are known, not surprisingly, as "association documents." The association documents might include the following: articles of incorporation (the document that started the association in the first place); bylaws (a document that contains many of the rules governing how the association should operate); any rules related to the use of the common areas, to architectural control, to the maintenance of units or to... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Audit challenges North Dakota higher ed board's handling of Potts' resignation Feb 12, 2008
The NDSU foundation is "to be operated exclusively for the benefit of North Dakota State University," its articles of incorporation say. "Whether the facilities are owned by NDSU or by an affiliated nonprofit corporation, NDSU and the state of North Dakota will derive substantial benefits for many years," the board's formal audit response says. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Announcement of the Commencement of the TOB for the Shares of The Tokyo Star Bank Feb 4, 2008
In connection with the amendment to the articles of incorporation to cause the common shares to be subject to the Wholly-Call, (1) the provisions of Articles 116 and 117 of the Corporate Act provide that shareholders may demand that the company purchase the shares held by such shareholders for the purpose of the protection of rights of minority shareholders, and (2) for the purpose similar to that of (1), if the shareholders meeting approves that the company will acquire all of the shares... (BusinessWire)
Butte public schools: Parents launch education foundation (47) Feb 4, 2008
In the two years, the foursome has been on a roll: studying other education foundations, writing by-laws and articles of incorporation, and slogging through 501 3c forms to establish a nonprofit See FOUNDATION, Back Page Foundation. Continued from Page A1 group. (Montana Standard, MT)
City of Florala files suit Jan 31, 2008
The suit indicates in February 1997, an amendment to the utilities board's articles of incorporation was approved in the form of a resolution submitted at the request of the board to the city council. The amendment increased the number of board members from three to five and stated that at no time should the board consist of more than three officers of the municipality. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
FSA Orders Teramento to Correct $190 Billion Share Filing on Toyota, Sony Jan 28, 2008
Users have to provide regulators with a residence certificate or articles of incorporation to gain this access. Making false shareholding filings can bring a maximum 5-year prison sentence or fine of 5 million yen, said Takao Yokobori, an official at a Tokyo office of the Ministry of Finance. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Pittsburgh's ninth-largest credit union wants to expand Jan 16, 2008
Last month, Riverset changed its name from and amended its articles of incorporation so its membership would be open to anyone living in Pittsburgh's South Side, where the 74-year-old credit union is based. Riverset had assets of close to $86 million in 2006. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Explanation of condo "governing documents" Jan 16, 2008
A: The governing documents of a community association, such as a condominium association, include the articles of incorporation and bylaws of the association; the declaration of covenants, easements and restrictions; any community rules and regulations; and any amendments to these documents These documents create the basic legal framework of the community. The articles of incorporation and the bylaws govern the community association as a legal entity. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pooled resources fund Howard County economic development position Jan 16, 2008
The group began its organizational work in April and has since completed its articles of incorporation and bylaws and is now working to obtain its 501c status. Those contributing 5,000 or more qualified for a seat on the council. (Boonville Daily News, MO)
Winn-Dixie has 54M outstanding shares Jan 14, 2008
The Jacksonville-based grocer made the announcement Friday in accordance with its amended and restated articles of incorporation. It will allow stockholders to determine what percentage of Winn-Dixie stock they hold. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Former Officers of a Muslim Charity, Care International, Inc., Convicted Jan 12, 2008
In Care International's Articles of Incorporation, MUNTASSER stated that Care International was exclusively involved in "charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes," when in fact it was also engaged in the solicitation and expenditure of funds to support the mujahideen and promote jihad and assumed the activities of Al-Kifah including the publication of its pro-jihad newsletter, Al-Hussam. Further, MUNTASSER intermingled the monies collected by Care International with that... (PR Newswire)
County Habitat asking for help Jan 11, 2008
"We'll have our Articles of Incorporation in hand and be ready to start swinging a hammer - as soon as we've met our financial goal and to do that we need help.". In December, Regions Bank donated 3,000 to help establish the local HFHI chapter, and on Tuesday, the Rotary Club donated an additional 5,000. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
MagStar Announces Going Private Transaction Jan 10, 2008
Under Minnesota law, the Board of Directors of the Company may amend the Company's Articles of Incorporation to conduct the Reverse Split without the approval of its shareholders ... The Reverse Split will not be effective until the Company files an amendment to its Articles of Incorporation with the State of Minnesota, which the Company anticipates doing on or around February 5, 2008. (PR Newswire)
Cagim Declares a Dividend of $0.15 per Share Jan 10, 2008
The amount of the dividend is calculated in accordance with the conditions attached to Cagim's class "A" common shares, as outlined in Cagim's Articles of Incorporation. According to the number of currently outstanding class "A" common shares, the total dividend will amount to approximately $2,050,000 and will be paid from Cagim's liquid assets. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Milk Bottle Cards, Inc. Effects Forward Stock Split and Files Definitive Information Statement with SEC Jan 3, 2008
The Information Statement provided notice regarding the approval by the holder of a majority of the company's outstanding shares of common stock of the following: (1) an amendment of its articles of incorporation to (i) authorize a class of blank check preferred stock, (ii) provide for indemnification of its directors, officers, employees, and agents by the company to the extent permitted by the laws of the State of Nevada, (iii) eliminate any liability of its directors to the extent permitted... (PR Newswire)
In full: Cameron on the NHS at 60 Jan 3, 2008
At the moment the NHS has no charter, no articles of incorporation, no governing document at all. And now, in the 21st century, as the pace of social and medical change is accelerating so fast when, as I shall explain, so much needs to improve about the way we organise healthcare I believe that now more than ever we need to protect the cardinal, core values of the NHS against the sort of pointless upheavals we've had so much of recently. (BBC News)
Teachers credit union changing name Dec 29, 2007
A Dec. 3 filing with the amended the credit union's articles of incorporation, widening its reach and giving it the new moniker ... But Chojnicki said while its articles of incorporation are being amended in an effort to broaden the organization's appeal to groups other than teachers, the credit union isn't moving toward a community charter or away from its core members. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
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Their charge is to see that the company complies with Hauschka's long-standing mission "to heal." The articles of incorporation prohibit board members from receiving any financial gain for their role, in salary or dividends. They also prohibit the sale of Hauschka's distribution rights. (FastCompany)
Teachers credit union changing name, hopes to expand reach Dec 24, 2007
A Dec. 3 filing with the amended the credit union's articles of incorporation, widening its reach and giving it the new moniker. President and CEO Christine Chojnicki said the name change will make the credit union "more inclusive" of all its members, which include current or retired employees of the Pittsburgh Board of Education and Mount Oliver Intermediate Unit, as well as members or employees of some 60 companies and organizations representing health care, retail, hotel and public sector... (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Benefits of resrictive covenants Dec 22, 2007
All powers, rights, obligations and matters pertaining to the association would be set forth within the declaration and/or the articles of incorporation and bylaws of the association. The most significant benefits are ensuring architectural control, regulating the behavior of owners and ensuring that the association maintains a stream of income for the proper maintenance and operation of common areas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
City benefit plan increased Dec 19, 2007
According to a Dec. 3 memo from Meisell, city representatives met with CCVB representatives to discuss CCVB bylaws, articles of incorporation and 501(c)6 status. The group agreed to revise the bylaws and once that is done update the articles of incorporation and then continue the process for 501(6) status. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Brown: Many questions, few answers Dec 17, 2007
But if it is a corporation, articles of incorporation must be filed in the companys home state, said James Anderson, a Mississippi assistant secretary of state. Brown told the Daily Journal in August that EthicsNow is registered in Delaware, but the Delaware Secretary of State had no record of that entity, or of Brown, when the Journal checked Nov. 13. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
There is actually the opportunity for value creation in being socially responsible. Dec 7, 2007
In July, an outfit called B-Lab, founded by three college buddies who had enjoyed some success in private enterprise, unveiled its roster of 21 charter "B corporations." (That's B, as in "benefit.") To qualify, companies have to demonstrate transparent, comprehensive reporting on social and environmental performance; restate their articles of incorporation to reflect nonfinancial stakeholders' interests; and pay up to 0. 1% of revenue to license B-Lab's branding and technical support. (FastCompany)
Secession sends churches into legal unknown Dec 2, 2007
"When it was incorporated in the 1840s, they put into their articles of incorporation language that they intended to be subordinate to their diocese," he said, stressing that he was speaking as a private attorney, not as a church official. Some churches, especially very old ones, have no such language. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
High-profile law firm faces complaints, lawsuits Nov 26, 2007
Jeffrey Phillips, an attorney with the Phoenix firm that bears his name, is listed on the articles of incorporation for Pacific Law Center filed with the California secretary of state. Phillips is not licensed to practice law in California. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Shareholder Update for RFID, LTD. Nov 25, 2007
RFID, LTD. has filed Amended and Restated articles of Incorporation with the State of Colorado. 8. (PR Newswire)
China Marine Food Group Limited Engages in a Reverse Merger Transaction and Completes Private Financing Nov 24, 2007
The Schedule 14C relates to the approval by New Paradigm's Board of Directors and stockholders of New Paradigm's Amended Articles of Incorporation which changes the name of the Company to China Marine Food Group Limited ... Additional information regarding New Paradigm's name change as well as a copy of New Paradigm's Amended Articles of Incorporation, can be found in New Paradigm's Preliminary Information Statement on Schedule 14C and its Current Report on Form 8-K. FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS... (PR Newswire)
Sugar Notch creates police fundraising organization to help with rising costs Nov 23, 2007
Sugar Notch Solicitor Donald G. Karpowich drew up the articles of incorporation for the Sugar Notch Borough Police Association, and recently filed them with the Pennsylvania Department of State. Sugar Notch is in the process of studying, under the guidance of the Pennsylvania Economy League, how to create a joint police force with neighboring Warrior Run. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
New subdivision debated in Leander Nov 22, 2007
Also Thursday, the council appointed Cowman, Mayor Pro Tem Vic Villarreal and Council-member Michell Cantwell to the board of directors for the Leander Library Foundation, approving the articles of incorporation for the foundation at the same time. The purpose of the Library Foundation is to raise money for the Leander Library. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Public Safety Spectrum Trust Named Broadband Licensee Nov 20, 2007
On September 10, 2007, the FCC issued a Public Notice soliciting applications for the PSBL. In its application, the PSST ensured its compliance with the FCC's criteria that it be a non-profit organization; be broadly representative of the public safety community; satisfy certain organizational requirements; and incorporate certain provisions in its articles of incorporation and bylaws. "We are grateful to the FCC Commissioners for recognizing the significant amount of work and progress achieved... (PR Newswire)
Ilana DeBare: What in the world should you charge for online ads? Nov 8, 2007
As a California nonprofit, you'll need to file articles of incorporation with the secretary of state and then register with the attorney general's Registry of Charitable Trusts. You'll also need to apply for tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service and state Franchise Tax Board. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Japan reviewing poison pill guidelines; debates pros and cons of cash compensation to greenmailers Nov 6, 2007
By changing the articles of incorporation, a company should be able to adopt alternative tender offers. For instance, a company should be able to lower the level of a mandatory offer to 20% from 33. (FT.com -- Markets)
Puritan Financial Companies, Inc. Completes Life Insurance Company Acquisition Oct 30, 2007
Puritan has filed amendments to the articles of incorporation of ISL with the Texas Department of Insurance to change its name to Puritan Life Insurance Company (``Puritan Life''). Puritan plans initially to position Puritan Life as a reinsurance company to co-insure life insurance and annuity assets, to produce investment returns on invested assets and generate underwriting profits on the insurance and annuity business assumed. (Primezone Releases)
New provision to employer sanction initiative added Oct 27, 2007
That specifically includes articles of incorporation and the state license to collect sales taxes items covered by the law approved earlier this year by the Legislature ... That specifically includes articles of incorporation and the state license to collect sales taxes items covered by the law approved earlier this year by the Legislature. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
