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But this article is referring to the pastors who make proclamations outside of established doctrine of the church. Something like members must give 50% tithes, or only drive battery powered cars.

And that certainly makes sense, because a parochial opinion on matters like that cannot override the consensus of the entire Church.

I would just be careful to note that "established doctrine" tends to be a sticky wicket. What was the established doctrine in the Quartodeciman controversy? Sure they were a minority in the ancient world, but didn't they have an established practice apparently given to them by St. John himself? So would it be untoward for a Christian today to adopt it? I don't know the answer, but I think having as wide a historical grasp as possible helps to counter any parochialism we may bring to the table to define what "established doctrine" is.

2. Those who disagree are those who maybe have an issue with an expansion project, or question some program. Not those who are practicing heretical teaching.

Good. Point taken then. I might expect creedal laxity from a lot of folks on here, but sure as heck not from a Calvinist!