3.2.1 Oversight and Accountability

The Board holds a fiduciary role and is legally responsible for the well-being and long-term future of Foothills Unitarian Church. It ensures that the Church's people and property serve its Mission, Values, and Vision.

Accordingly, the Board:

1. Articulates and affirms the Church's Mission, Values, and Vision as the foundation for all ministry.

2. Governs through policy by articulating high-level direction and guardrails to the Senior Minister.

3. Monitors policy compliance and evaluates the Senior Minister's execution of Board-defined Ends.

4. Links to the future by maintaining relationships with the Church's sources of authority and accountability.

5. Makes decisions in exceptional circumstances, including:
   a. Complaints related to Board policy
   b. Grievances or misconduct involving the Senior Minister
   c. Variances from or exceptions to Board policy
   d. Senior Minister compensation decisions
   e. Capital campaign approval
   f. Large purchases or significant budget deviations

6. Convenes Congregational Meetings as required by the Bylaws for elections, business, and special topics.