This page contains the UUCAV's Bylaws, as well as various UUCAV policies and procedures. Please contact webadmin@uucav.org if you are looking for a policy which is not listed here.
Bylaws
- Bylaws - Latest - The rules for how the congregation will operate and the duties of elected positions. Ratified by congregational vote on May 16, 2025.
Charitable Giving Policies and Documents
- UUCAV Stock Process 2012 - Procedure for handling stocks donated to UUCAV.
- Fidelity Certificate Release form - Used for donating stock certificates to UUCAV.
Master Policy List
| Policy # | Policy Title (with Link) | Latest Version | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Policies | 3/12/2021 | |
| 2 | Archive | 4/23/2021 | |
| 3 | Child Care | 2004 | |
| 4 | UUCAV Forum Newsgroup | 2004 | |
| 5 | UUCAV Announce Newsgroup | 2004 | |
| 6 | Alcohol Use | 2004 | |
| 7 | No Smoking | 2004 | |
| 8 | Buildings Use | 2019 | |
| 9 | Personnel | 2004 | The 2023 Personnel Policy Manual is attached to the 009 Personnel policy. |
| 10 | Sexual Misconduct and Abuse | 2004 | |
| 11 | Investment | 2004 | This policy has been rescinded |
| 12 | Chronicle | 2004 | Not currently available |
| 13 | Loans of Church Property | 2004 | Not currently available |
| 14 | Privacy and Data Security | 2012 | |
| 15 | Publicity Policy for Children and Youth | 2013 | |
| 16 | Environmental | 2013 | |
| 17 | Plate Sharing | 6/13/2021 | |
| 18 | Allergy Awareness Policy | 2/18/2025 | Rev 05 renames the policy from Nut-aware Environment Policy |
| 19 | Fundraising | 3/29/2020 | Policy #34 covers the Fundraising Council |
| 20 | Pets and Service Animals at Facilities | 2/14/2019 | |
| 21 | Flags and Other Displays | 8/18/2019 | |
| 22 | Social Justice | 3/26/2020 | |
| 23 | Tracking Pledges | 2/1/2021 | |
| 24 | Church Committees | 6/20/2023 | |
| 25 | Reviewing and Updating Policies and Procedures | 2/12/2021 | |
| 26 | Membership Roster | 3/16/2026 | Updated version passed in 2025-2026 church year not yet posted |
| 27 | Membership Removal | 2/1/2021 | |
| 28 | Dispute Resolution | 2/1/2021 | |
| 29 | Document Custody and Storage | 3/5/2021 | |
| 30 | Endowment Fund | 3/12/2021 | |
| 31 | Minister's Discretionary Fund | 3/12/2021 | |
| 32 | Religious Education | 4/12/2021 | |
| 33 | Epidemic Outbreak at UUCAV | 1/22/2023 | |
| 34 | Fundraising Council | 12/9/2021 | Policy #19 covers Fundraising |
| 35 | Church Access | 2/29/2024 | |
| 36 | Staff Computers | 6/8/2024 | |
| 37 | Policy on Merger Policies | Spring 2026 | This policy is not yet posted. This policy states, "Upon Merger of the First Parish Church of Stow and Acton (hereafter referred to as FPC) and the Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson (hereafter referred to as UCMH), effective July 1, 2026, all policies of FPC shall be understood to be the existing policies of Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (hereafter referred to as UUCAV) until revoked, replaced, or updated." |
