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Appendix B: HOW TO EMBRACE BOARD LEADERSHIP
1. Serve the long-term mission of the congregation - become comfortable with being uncomfortable in its pursuit. What does and can Foothills do out in the world that no one else does? 2. Model direct communication, a cornerstone of being in right relationshi...
Basecamp
The Board uses Basecamp Project Management software as its primary communication tool. . When you join the Board, you will be added to the Foothills Unitarian Board of Trustees workspace. Here are tutorials to learn more about navigating Basecamp.
Google Drive and Google Workspace
The Board uses Google Drive and its work products. New members will be supported as they familiarize themselves in using these tools to carry out their Board duties. Here are Google Drive tutorials for additional guidance: How to use Google Drive
New/Departing Board Member Updates
Nominated Board members submit bios and photos to staff in charge for inclusion in the Congregational Meeting packet (early May) Update Website, Church Center Online and any building signage/displays Update Board email address. Update Bank signer (with Boa...
Training and Orientation
New Board members are invited to Board Orientation and year-end Board meetings (optional) Update Board Handbook Review Board Handbook and Basecamp with incoming members All Board members disclose any potential conflicts of interest (Appendix E) an...
Board Orientation
Board as Fiduciary Role of Ministry and relationship to the Board Defining Means and Ends Church organizational structure Overview of Policy-based Governance and resources to learn more Policy Board roles and committees Church Values, Mission ...
Transitional Meetings
June Board Meeting Potluck dinner Reflections from outgoing members Board monitoring Finalize calendar for July - September including Board Retreat Review annual meeting July Board Meeting New member introductions Select new officers and ...
Board Covenant
Value each other’s time by: Reading and considering Hub documents prior to the meeting Following the Agenda Starting and ending the meeting on time Being present and involved Respect each other’s learning and communication styles by: Asking for more time t...
Board Goals
The Board of Trustees of Foothills Unitarian Church has four main responsibilities: To articulate our mission, vision, and values To govern through policy To monitor those policies to ensure compliance To link with all of our sources of accountability ...
Conflict of Interest Form
Annual Conflict-of-Interest Disclosure – Foothills Unitarian Church – Board of Trustees The Board expects all its members to carry out their duties with undivided loyalty to the congregation and its mission. A conflict of interest exists whenever a Board memb...