A shareholders' resolution can either be passed during a formal meeting of the shareholders or in writing (without holding an actual meeting). Regardless of the method, the resolutions must be passed in ance with certain statutory, and possibly contractual, requirements.
The title of the resolution must appropriately reflect the intent. Resolutions begin with "Whereas" statements, which provides the basic facts and reasons for the resolution, and conclude with "Resolved" statements which, identifies the specific proposal for the requestor's course of action.
7 steps for writing a resolution Put the date and resolution number at the top. Give the resolution a title that relates to the decision. Use formal language. Continue writing out each critical statement. Wrap up the heart of the resolution in the last statement.
A form of written resolutions of the directors of a company, for use where those directors wish to pass resolutions without holding a board meeting.
Resolutions must be proposed in the notice that is circulated prior to a board meeting or general meeting. Proposed members' resolutions must be also be issued to the auditors, if a company has any. If the proposed resolution is for the removal of a director, the director in question must receive a copy.
Passing a special resolution without holding a meeting A proprietary company with more than one member can pass a special resolution by getting all members entitled to vote to sign a document that states they're in favour of passing the resolution. Where a partnership holds shares together, each member must sign.
Resolutions can be passed by directors without holding a directors' meeting. These are called circulating resolutions. Check the rule book to see how this can be done. All directors entitled to vote on the resolution must sign a statement that says they are in favour of the resolution set out in the document.
Requirements for passing of resolution by circulation: If the majority of the directors who are entitled to vote on the resolution give their approval then the said resolution shall be deemed to have been duly passed at a duly convened meeting of the board and have equal authority.
Resolutions begin with "Whereas" statements, which provides the basic facts and reasons for the resolution, and conclude with "Resolved" statements which, identifies the specific proposal for the requestor's course of action.