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THE EXPECTATIONS OF A BOARD MEMBER Recognizing the importance of this responsibility, I undertake to serve as a member of the Community Advisor Board for Boise State Radio and I hereby pledge to carry out in a trustworthy and diligent manner my Role and Commitments as a Board Member. Board Member’s Role: A Board Member contributes to defining the station’s current strategic plan, and works in collaboration with staff ensure fulfillment of that plan. A Board Member participates actively in the advancement of the station’s financial goals and provides leadership in fundraising for the station, i.e. identifying, soliciting or providing an introduction to individuals who will further the station’s mission by their financial contributions and access to other resources. Board Member’s Commitments: A Board Member makes an annual monetary contribution, to the stations and contributes additionally as financial means allow. A Board Member establishes, as a high priority, attendance at all meetings of the Board and committees on which s/he serves, knowing the Board needs full participation of its members to operate effectively. A Board Member is prepared to discuss the issues and business placed on the agenda for scheduled meetings. A Board Member maintains the confidentiality of discussion occurring at all board and committee meetings. A Board Member avoids conflicts of interest between his/her position as a member of the Community Advisory Board and his/her personal and business life. If such a conflict does arise, a Board Member declares that conflict before the Board and refrains from voting on that matter. A Board Member accepts and actively supports all actions taken by the majority of the Community Advisory Board, and only acts on the Board’s behalf, or authorizes others to do so, with the informed consent of the full Executive Committee and knowledge of station management. A Board Member identifies individuals who meet Board membership criteria and recommends them to the Nominating Committee, especially when a vacancy exists on the Board. A Board Member channels concerns to the Station’s General Manager or station department heads, Board Chairperson or the appropriate committee of the Board, and follows up on those concerns as necessary. A Board member serves on at least two committees or project groups, and participates in the accomplishment of their objectives. If s/he chairs the board, a committee, or a project committee, s/he calls meetings as necessary, ensures that an agenda and support materials are disseminated to all members in advance of the meetings, and provides minutes or reports of the group’s activities to the full Board of Directors. A Board Member actively participates in orientation regarding the Station’s, goals, challenges and current operations; strategic planning and board development workshops.
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