The name of this organization shall be the Sabine Area Restaurant Association.
This corporation is a nonprofit corporation (1) created under the laws of the State of Texas, and ( 2) directed to the improvement of business conditions of the restaurant business as distinguished from the performance of particular services for individual persons.
The period of the duration of this corporation is perpetual.
The purpose and object of this corporation is to be a chapter of the Texas Restaurant Association, under the Constitution and By-Laws of the Texas Restaurant Association. More specifically, the purpose and object for which this corporation is formed is to gain unity and cooperation in the furtherance of the following purposes and objects:
A. To promote and maintain a high standard of integrity and efficiency in the conduct of the restaurant business throughout the State of Texas, and specifically in Beaumont, Texas, and the surrounding areas.
B. To foster and promote a feeling of goodwill and fraternal spirit among its members and to advance on broad and equitable lines the welfare and progress of the restaurant industry.
C. To maintain its chosen vocation among respected industries.
D. To oppose methods and practices inimical to the right conduct of the restaurant business.
E. To further promote the harmonious relationships with allied industries.
F. To promote and assist in the enactment and enforcement of local, state and federal pure food and sanitation laws, and to otherwise promote and encourage better sanitation in the industry.
G. To disseminate useful information and inspire members to further educate themselves in the practical features of their business.
H. To encourage the participation of the Association and its members in the community, state and civic activities.
I. To promote and encourage better service to the public, and the sales of appetizing and wholesome food, by the promulgation of modern and effective business principles.
J. To hold, when practicable, as an educational feature, a show or mini-exhibition of equipment, supplies, etc., which may be necessary in conducting the restaurant business.
K. To engage in any lawful activities which will enhance the efficient and economic progress of the restaurant industry.
The name of the Initial registered agent is W. H. "Buckshot" Price. And the street address of the initial registered office is 2401 S. Interregional Highway, Austin, Texas 78741.
The number of directors constituting the initial board of directors is three, with their names and addresses being as follows: W. H. "Buckshot" Price, Mary Joe Carroll, C. "Gus" Keriotis.
The number of incorporators is three, with their names and addresses being as follows: W. H. "Buckshot" Price, Mary Joe Carroll, C. "Gus" Keriotis.
On dissolution, all assets -- other than assets used to satisfy and discharge this corporation's liabilities and obligations shall be distributed to the Texas Restaurant Association, Austin, Texas.
No part of the net earnings shall inure to the benefit of any private shareholder.