1. To qualify for membership in the Association the applicant must have served as a crewmember aboard USS SEATTLE AOE-3 and have been Honorably Discharged or Retired from the U. S. Navy.

1. A spouse or child of a crewmember is qualified to become a guest member of the Association, (no dues required).

2. Membership requires the completion of an application form and payment of dues.

3. Participation in any organization considered subversive to the United States of America will be cause for membership rejection.

4. Annual dues are $30.00 per year.

Dues are due by January 15^th each year. (There is also a life time membership option listed below).

These dues may be changed at any reunion general business meeting by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of members present.

5. Rights and privileges of members in good standing shall be:

1. To attend all reunions and vote at all elections on all issues at the general business meeting.

2. To offer motions, recommendations and proposals from the floor at the general business meeting in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order.

3. To receive all mailings or emailing published by the Association.

4. To present grievances to the Executive Board.

6. Members obligations shall be:

1. Maintain true allegiance to the United States of America.

2. Actively try to encourage other shipmates to join the association.

3. To conduct themselves in a manner reflecting credit upon the Association.

4. To pay annual dues to remain in good standing.