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 Board Member DutiesBoard Service Commitment Pledge
Recognizing the important responsibility I am undertaking as a member of the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club, I hereby pledge to carry out in a trustworthy and diligent manner the duties and obligations in my role as a board member.
My Role
I acknowledge that my primary role as a board member is (1) to contribute to the defining of the organization mission and governing the fulfillment of that mission, and (2) to carry out the functions of the office as Board Member or Officer as stated in the bylaws.
My role as a board member will focus on the development of broad policies that govern the implementation of institutional plans and purposes. This role is separate and distinct from the role of the CEO who determines the means of implementation.
My Commitment
I will exercise the duties and responsibilities of this office with integrity, collegiality, and care.
I Pledge:
1. To establish as a high priority my attendance at all meetings of the board, committees and task forces on which I serve.
2. To come prepared to discuss the issues and business to be addressed at scheduled meetings, having read the agenda and all background material relevant to the topics at hand.
3. To work with and respect the opinions of my peers who serve this board, and to leave my personal prejudices out of all board discussions.
4. To always act for the good of the organization.
5. To represent this organization in a positive and supportive manner at all times and in all places.
6. To observe the parliamentary procedures and display courteous conduct in all board, committee and task force meetings.
7. To refrain from intruding on administrative issues that is the responsibility of management, except to monitor the results and prohibit methods that conflict with board policy.
8. To avoid conflicts of interest between in my position as a Board Member and my personal life. If such a conflict does arise, I will declare that conflict before the Board and refrain from voting on matters in which I have conflict.
9. To support in a positive manner all actions taken by the Board of Directors even when I am in a minority position on such actions.
10. To agree to serve on at least one committee, attend all meetings, and participate in the accomplishment of its objectives. If I chair the Board, a committee, or a task force, I will:
· call meetings as necessary until objectives are met;
· ensure that the agenda and support materials are mailed to all members in advance of the meeting;
· conduct the meeting in an orderly, fair, open and efficient manner;
· make progress reports/minutes to the Board at its scheduled meetings.
11. To participate in an annual strategic planning retreat, board self-evaluation, and board development workshops, seminars and other educational events that enhances my skills as a board member.
If, for any reason, I find myself unable to carry out the above duties as best I can, I agree to resign my position as a board member/officer. |
Dedicated to Service
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac currently has 20 active Board members who take part in regular meetings and committe work. To see the list of current Board members, please click the link below.
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Former Board President Steve Wilburn stand with Oji Dallas, Dan Hebel, and Stan Kocos at the 2007 Youth of the Year competition.
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