BOULDER AREA SERVICE COMMITTEE OF NARCOTIC ANONYMOUS
GUIDELINES rev. 03/04/07
Article I: Name
The name of this service committee is the Boulder Area Service Committee. Hereafter to be referred
to as B.A.S.C. for convenience.
Article II: Purpose
The purpose of the B.A.S.C. is to serve its Member Groups and their primary purpose by helping
groups deal with their day to day situations and needs. Whenever a group has a specific situation or
need which it has not been able to handle on it’s own, it may use the B.A.S.C. for help or council. The
B.A.S.C.’s primary function is of serving the Member Groups. The B.A.S.C. is not a governing body
for its Member Groups or Narcotics Anonymous and it is directly responsible to its Member Groups.
An N.A. Group is any meeting which meets regularly at the same time and place and follows the
guidelines set by the World Service Committee of Narcotics Anonymous (W.S.C.N.A.). The primary
purpose of each group should be to carry the message of recovery to the addict who still suffers. Any
new group must remain for three months before it can be added to the Area meeting list.
Article III: Meetings
The regular meeting of the B.A.S.C. is held on the first Sunday of each month at 12:00 Noon at a pre-
determined location. Special meetings may be requested by motion at A.S.C.
Article IV: Proposals and Consensus Based Decision Making
“For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority – a loving God as He may express Himself
in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.”
Proposals:
Only members of the B.A.S.C. may present proposals. Proposals consist of: Proposal and Intent and
are to be decided by a consensus of the B.A.S.C. members (in attendance at the meeting where the
proposal is presented).
Possible Outcomes:
1. Consensus reached
2. Proposal blocked
3. Proposal tabled
4. Proposal sent back to groups
Note: Proposals that go across several months may be revised due to budgeting constraints based on
consensus of the members present.
Proposal Process:
Roles:
Facilitator – The area chair is responsible for guiding the group toward consensus and deciding when
consensus cannot be reached.
Recorder – The area secretary is responsible for recording concerns and final disposition.
The proposal process starts when an area member submits written proposal (See Attachment A for
form) to B.A.S.C. chair prior to new business.
The B.A.S.C. chair reads the proposal and asks for concerns. Note: At this time discussion is not
encouraged. Concerns are captured by the recorder.
If no concerns are raised consensus has been reached and the proposal is approved.
If concerns are raised, discussion will ensue.
Once concerns have been discussed and addressed, the proposal is revised if necessary.
Then the area members have the following possible outcomes:
1. Consensus reached.
2. Stand aside.
3. Proposal Blocked – If a member blocks, the facilitator asks the member to explain the nature of
their objection and reopens the proposal for discussion.
4. Proposal sent back to groups.
Article V. Elections:
All trusted servants are elected by a majority vote of B.A.S.C. members. All discussion of the
nominees will take place with the nominees present.
Article VI: Trusted Servants
Trusted servants are to serve a maximum of 2 consecutive years in any one position. Elections are to
be held annually at the BASC for the month of March. Relapse constitutes automatic removal from
any elected position.
Additionally, trusted servants may be removed for:
1. Non-fulfillment of the duties of their position.
2. Absence at three (3) consecutive meetings, or excessive absenteeism, unless an alternate and/or
report is sent in their stead.
CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties
of the chairperson include:
1. Open the meeting at the appropriate time.
2. Recognize members or observers who are entitled to the floor.
3 Read proposal and facilitate proposal process.
4. Enforce the rules relating to debate, order and decorum within the committee.
5. Expedite business in every way compatible with the rights of the members and observers.
6. Decide all questions of order, unless when in doubt the chairperson prefers to submit the
question to the committee for decision.
7. Respond to all inquiries of members relating to consensus based decision making or factual
information bearing on the business of the committee.
8. Authenticate by signature, when necessary, all acts, proposals, and proceedings of the B.A.S.C.
9. Co-sign the B.A.S.C. bank account.
10. Arrange the agenda for each meeting.
11. Appoint Ad-Hoc Committee Chairpersons.
12. Conduct the meeting with impartiality and fairness.
13. Adjourn the meeting.
VICE-CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year.
Duties of the vice-chairperson include:
1. In the absence of the chairperson, to temporarily serve as chairperson.
2. Fill in for and assume responsibility for chairperson, treasurer, and secretary as needed.
SECRETARY: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties of
the secretary include:
1. Take notes (minutes) at B.A.S.C. meeting.
2. Distribute minutes to all B.A.S.C. members.
3. Maintain and update archives, making them easily accessible.
4. At end of term, distribute 10 copies of current guidelines to B.A.S.C.
TREASURER: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of commitment is one (1) year.
Duties of the treasurer include:
1. Be the custodian of the B.A.S.C. funds.
2. Be a co-signer of the B.A.S.C.’s bank account.
3. Report receipts and disbursements at each meeting, and submit a written report to be added to
the minutes.
4. Disburse funds as directed by the B.A.S.C.
5. Keep receipts for all contributions and disbursements.
6 Disbursements other than budget priorities must be voted on by B.A.S.C. Budget priorities are
as follows:
a. Phone Line - Pay answering service bill and other expenses as needed.
b. Public Information - Pay expenses as needed. (meeting schedules)
c. Hospitals & Institutions - Pay expenses as needed.
d. Rent
e. Literature - Pay expenses as needed.
f. Activities - Pay expenses as needed.
g. Donation to Colorado Region
7. Wherever possible checks will be written directly to the businesses providing services to the B.
A.S.C.
8. All members/groups/committees utilizing or requesting any B.A.S.C. funds will be required to
provide the treasurer with an itemized financial report including any and all receipts.
9. The Treasurer shall keep an archive of the past month’s bank account statements, this also
includes canceled checks, deposit slips and all receipts.
REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS (RCM): Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The RCM(s) will carry the conscience of the B.A.S.C. to the Region and
the Regional Assembly. They will also report back to the B.A.S.C. Regional and World activities of N.
A. Please refer to the “Guide to Local Services”, page 52 for more information. Duties of the RCM
include:
1. Submit a written report of monthly activities and a copy of information submitted to the R.S.C.
at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
2. Attend the Colorado Regional meetings of Narcotics Anonymous.
3. Attend the Colorado Regional Assembly of Narcotics Anonymous.
4. Represent the interest of the B.A.S.C. at the R.S.C. and to carry the Area’s conscience.
PHONELINE CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years as well as six (6) months of
prior N.A. Phoneline experience. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties of the Phonelines
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Maintain list of current phoneline volunteers.
8. Conduct business with answering service.
9. Conduct and organize learning days as necessary.
PUBLIC INFORMATION CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Public information Sub-Committee (PI) is to provide
conference approved literature and information to the public. This Sub-Committee serves as a resource
of information about N.A. in the Boulder Area. This Sub-Committee will abide by the Twelve Steps,
Traditions, Concepts and the “Guide to Public Information”. Duties of the Public Information
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
2. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
3. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
4. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
5. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
6. Maintain stock of and distribute current meeting lists at the B.A.S.C. and related facilities.
ACTIVITIES CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Activities Sub-Committee is to provide the Fellowship
in the Boulder Area with recovery-oriented activities and merchandise. Funds generated through this
Sub-Committee belong to the B.A.S.C. and are to be used to support the Area’s needs. Duties of the
Activities Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Any activity needs to be approved by the B.A.S.C.
8. Any activity requiring money must be presented to the B.A.S.C. with a detailed budget for
approval at least thirty (30) days prior to the event.
9. Two (2) people are required to count funds after a given event.
10. All proceeds from an activity go directly to the Treasurer as soon as possible and belong to
the B.A.S.C.
HOSPITALS AND INSTITUTIONS CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years as well
as six (6) months of prior H&I experience. Length of commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the
Hospitals and Institutions Sub-Committee (H&I) is to carry the message of recovery to those facilities
whose clients are unable to regularly attend N.A. meetings in the Boulder Area. Duties of H&I
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
LITERATURE CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Literature Sub-Committee is to provide for members
in the Boulder Area an opportunity to input and review or approve/disapprove current N.A. literature
which is seeking to become conference approved and to make literature available for Area groups to
purchase. This Sub-Committee also can develop original materials to be submitted to the World
Literature Committee. Duties of the Literature Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Order literature every month (as needed).
8. Manage and account for all funds received from sales of literature to groups. All funds must be
accounted for with receipts and copy of order form. Itemized report will be submitted as part of lit.
committee monthly report.
9. Literature is to be sold at the B.A.S.C. for all groups and subcommittees.
C.R.C.N.A. LIAISON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year
running concurrently with the C.R.C.N.A. sub-committee term. Duties include:
1. Attend C.R.C.N.A. subcommittee meetings and vote B.A.S.C. conscience.
2. Submit written report monthly to B.A.S.C.
B.A.S.C. WEBMASTER: Suggested clean time is one (1) year. Length of commitment is one (1)
year. Duties include:
1. Create and maintain Boulder Area website.
2. All material must be approved by BASC prior to being posted on Regional website.
Article VII: Amendments to Guidelines
These guidelines may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the voting members present at any
meeting of the BA.S.C., providing that the exact wording of the amendment has been submitted in
writing.
Article VIII: Definitions
GSR: Group Service Representative.
BUDGET: An itemized estimate of expected income and expenditures; plan of operations.
CONSENSUS: An opinion or position reached by a group as a whole.
FACILITATOR: person who guides the group through the consensus based decision making process
(area chair)
RECORDER: person who is responsible for recording the concerns and final disposition of all
proposals (secretary)
STANDASIDE: Member who has concerns but will allow the proposal to move forward.
BLOCK: Proposal is blocked based on a spiritual principle of Narcotics Anonymous.
GUIDELINES rev. 03/04/07
Article I: Name
The name of this service committee is the Boulder Area Service Committee. Hereafter to be referred
to as B.A.S.C. for convenience.
Article II: Purpose
The purpose of the B.A.S.C. is to serve its Member Groups and their primary purpose by helping
groups deal with their day to day situations and needs. Whenever a group has a specific situation or
need which it has not been able to handle on it’s own, it may use the B.A.S.C. for help or council. The
B.A.S.C.’s primary function is of serving the Member Groups. The B.A.S.C. is not a governing body
for its Member Groups or Narcotics Anonymous and it is directly responsible to its Member Groups.
An N.A. Group is any meeting which meets regularly at the same time and place and follows the
guidelines set by the World Service Committee of Narcotics Anonymous (W.S.C.N.A.). The primary
purpose of each group should be to carry the message of recovery to the addict who still suffers. Any
new group must remain for three months before it can be added to the Area meeting list.
Article III: Meetings
The regular meeting of the B.A.S.C. is held on the first Sunday of each month at 12:00 Noon at a pre-
determined location. Special meetings may be requested by motion at A.S.C.
Article IV: Proposals and Consensus Based Decision Making
“For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority – a loving God as He may express Himself
in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.”
Proposals:
Only members of the B.A.S.C. may present proposals. Proposals consist of: Proposal and Intent and
are to be decided by a consensus of the B.A.S.C. members (in attendance at the meeting where the
proposal is presented).
Possible Outcomes:
1. Consensus reached
2. Proposal blocked
3. Proposal tabled
4. Proposal sent back to groups
Note: Proposals that go across several months may be revised due to budgeting constraints based on
consensus of the members present.
Proposal Process:
Roles:
Facilitator – The area chair is responsible for guiding the group toward consensus and deciding when
consensus cannot be reached.
Recorder – The area secretary is responsible for recording concerns and final disposition.
The proposal process starts when an area member submits written proposal (See Attachment A for
form) to B.A.S.C. chair prior to new business.
The B.A.S.C. chair reads the proposal and asks for concerns. Note: At this time discussion is not
encouraged. Concerns are captured by the recorder.
If no concerns are raised consensus has been reached and the proposal is approved.
If concerns are raised, discussion will ensue.
Once concerns have been discussed and addressed, the proposal is revised if necessary.
Then the area members have the following possible outcomes:
1. Consensus reached.
2. Stand aside.
3. Proposal Blocked – If a member blocks, the facilitator asks the member to explain the nature of
their objection and reopens the proposal for discussion.
4. Proposal sent back to groups.
Article V. Elections:
All trusted servants are elected by a majority vote of B.A.S.C. members. All discussion of the
nominees will take place with the nominees present.
Article VI: Trusted Servants
Trusted servants are to serve a maximum of 2 consecutive years in any one position. Elections are to
be held annually at the BASC for the month of March. Relapse constitutes automatic removal from
any elected position.
Additionally, trusted servants may be removed for:
1. Non-fulfillment of the duties of their position.
2. Absence at three (3) consecutive meetings, or excessive absenteeism, unless an alternate and/or
report is sent in their stead.
CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties
of the chairperson include:
1. Open the meeting at the appropriate time.
2. Recognize members or observers who are entitled to the floor.
3 Read proposal and facilitate proposal process.
4. Enforce the rules relating to debate, order and decorum within the committee.
5. Expedite business in every way compatible with the rights of the members and observers.
6. Decide all questions of order, unless when in doubt the chairperson prefers to submit the
question to the committee for decision.
7. Respond to all inquiries of members relating to consensus based decision making or factual
information bearing on the business of the committee.
8. Authenticate by signature, when necessary, all acts, proposals, and proceedings of the B.A.S.C.
9. Co-sign the B.A.S.C. bank account.
10. Arrange the agenda for each meeting.
11. Appoint Ad-Hoc Committee Chairpersons.
12. Conduct the meeting with impartiality and fairness.
13. Adjourn the meeting.
VICE-CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year.
Duties of the vice-chairperson include:
1. In the absence of the chairperson, to temporarily serve as chairperson.
2. Fill in for and assume responsibility for chairperson, treasurer, and secretary as needed.
SECRETARY: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties of
the secretary include:
1. Take notes (minutes) at B.A.S.C. meeting.
2. Distribute minutes to all B.A.S.C. members.
3. Maintain and update archives, making them easily accessible.
4. At end of term, distribute 10 copies of current guidelines to B.A.S.C.
TREASURER: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of commitment is one (1) year.
Duties of the treasurer include:
1. Be the custodian of the B.A.S.C. funds.
2. Be a co-signer of the B.A.S.C.’s bank account.
3. Report receipts and disbursements at each meeting, and submit a written report to be added to
the minutes.
4. Disburse funds as directed by the B.A.S.C.
5. Keep receipts for all contributions and disbursements.
6 Disbursements other than budget priorities must be voted on by B.A.S.C. Budget priorities are
as follows:
a. Phone Line - Pay answering service bill and other expenses as needed.
b. Public Information - Pay expenses as needed. (meeting schedules)
c. Hospitals & Institutions - Pay expenses as needed.
d. Rent
e. Literature - Pay expenses as needed.
f. Activities - Pay expenses as needed.
g. Donation to Colorado Region
7. Wherever possible checks will be written directly to the businesses providing services to the B.
A.S.C.
8. All members/groups/committees utilizing or requesting any B.A.S.C. funds will be required to
provide the treasurer with an itemized financial report including any and all receipts.
9. The Treasurer shall keep an archive of the past month’s bank account statements, this also
includes canceled checks, deposit slips and all receipts.
REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS (RCM): Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The RCM(s) will carry the conscience of the B.A.S.C. to the Region and
the Regional Assembly. They will also report back to the B.A.S.C. Regional and World activities of N.
A. Please refer to the “Guide to Local Services”, page 52 for more information. Duties of the RCM
include:
1. Submit a written report of monthly activities and a copy of information submitted to the R.S.C.
at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
2. Attend the Colorado Regional meetings of Narcotics Anonymous.
3. Attend the Colorado Regional Assembly of Narcotics Anonymous.
4. Represent the interest of the B.A.S.C. at the R.S.C. and to carry the Area’s conscience.
PHONELINE CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years as well as six (6) months of
prior N.A. Phoneline experience. Length of commitment is one (1) year. Duties of the Phonelines
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Maintain list of current phoneline volunteers.
8. Conduct business with answering service.
9. Conduct and organize learning days as necessary.
PUBLIC INFORMATION CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Public information Sub-Committee (PI) is to provide
conference approved literature and information to the public. This Sub-Committee serves as a resource
of information about N.A. in the Boulder Area. This Sub-Committee will abide by the Twelve Steps,
Traditions, Concepts and the “Guide to Public Information”. Duties of the Public Information
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
2. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
3. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
4. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
5. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
6. Maintain stock of and distribute current meeting lists at the B.A.S.C. and related facilities.
ACTIVITIES CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Activities Sub-Committee is to provide the Fellowship
in the Boulder Area with recovery-oriented activities and merchandise. Funds generated through this
Sub-Committee belong to the B.A.S.C. and are to be used to support the Area’s needs. Duties of the
Activities Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Any activity needs to be approved by the B.A.S.C.
8. Any activity requiring money must be presented to the B.A.S.C. with a detailed budget for
approval at least thirty (30) days prior to the event.
9. Two (2) people are required to count funds after a given event.
10. All proceeds from an activity go directly to the Treasurer as soon as possible and belong to
the B.A.S.C.
HOSPITALS AND INSTITUTIONS CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years as well
as six (6) months of prior H&I experience. Length of commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the
Hospitals and Institutions Sub-Committee (H&I) is to carry the message of recovery to those facilities
whose clients are unable to regularly attend N.A. meetings in the Boulder Area. Duties of H&I
Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
LITERATURE CHAIRPERSON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years and a job. Length of
commitment is one (1) year. The purpose of the Literature Sub-Committee is to provide for members
in the Boulder Area an opportunity to input and review or approve/disapprove current N.A. literature
which is seeking to become conference approved and to make literature available for Area groups to
purchase. This Sub-Committee also can develop original materials to be submitted to the World
Literature Committee. Duties of the Literature Chairperson include:
1. Being directly responsible to the B.A.S.C.
2. Elect or appoint other committee members or officers as necessary.
3. Provide a written report of all monthly activities at each B.A.S.C. meeting.
4. Hold regularly scheduled and announced monthly meetings as necessary.
5. Function under directions contained in this document and any Guidelines offered by the World
Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous.
6. Will also function within the principles of any World Service handbook, guideline or guide
unless stated in writing by the Sub-Committee or B.A.S.C. as a group.
7. Order literature every month (as needed).
8. Manage and account for all funds received from sales of literature to groups. All funds must be
accounted for with receipts and copy of order form. Itemized report will be submitted as part of lit.
committee monthly report.
9. Literature is to be sold at the B.A.S.C. for all groups and subcommittees.
C.R.C.N.A. LIAISON: Suggested clean time is two (2) years. Length of commitment is one (1) year
running concurrently with the C.R.C.N.A. sub-committee term. Duties include:
1. Attend C.R.C.N.A. subcommittee meetings and vote B.A.S.C. conscience.
2. Submit written report monthly to B.A.S.C.
B.A.S.C. WEBMASTER: Suggested clean time is one (1) year. Length of commitment is one (1)
year. Duties include:
1. Create and maintain Boulder Area website.
2. All material must be approved by BASC prior to being posted on Regional website.
Article VII: Amendments to Guidelines
These guidelines may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the voting members present at any
meeting of the BA.S.C., providing that the exact wording of the amendment has been submitted in
writing.
Article VIII: Definitions
GSR: Group Service Representative.
BUDGET: An itemized estimate of expected income and expenditures; plan of operations.
CONSENSUS: An opinion or position reached by a group as a whole.
FACILITATOR: person who guides the group through the consensus based decision making process
(area chair)
RECORDER: person who is responsible for recording the concerns and final disposition of all
proposals (secretary)
STANDASIDE: Member who has concerns but will allow the proposal to move forward.
BLOCK: Proposal is blocked based on a spiritual principle of Narcotics Anonymous.
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