Community Futures - Directors

We would like to acknowledge the following individuals who volunteer their time and services to support the vision of the Community Futures.

Nelson - Bob Wright, Chair

Crawford Bay - Rob Schwieger, Co-chair

Castlegar - Doreen Smecher

Castlegar - Ron Ross
Creston - Terry Bambrick
Nelson - Alec Dergousoff
Nelson - Bill Maslechko
Salmo - Larry Dzuris

Kaslo - Jim Holland

Nakusp - Susan DeSandoli

Creston - Susan Snow

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In addition to the above, we have other community members who volunteer their time and services to the Self-Employment and Loans Committees. We are grateful to have such a dedicated group of Central Kootenay volunteer representatives participating on the board and all committees and representing Central Kootenay communities.

POLICY SUBJECT: BOARD RECRUITMENT

The Nominating Committee will, as director vacancies occur or are anticipated, review the needs of the Board for specific expertise, resources, geographical representation, or skills necessary to bring strength and balance to the Board. Membership on the Board of Directors should not focus on a single issue in the activities of the organization and rather should be considered on diversity of experience and background.

The Nominating Committee shall identify, check references, interview and recruit suitably qualified individuals willing to consider being nominated for position of Director, and recommend their appointment to the Board in a manner consistent with the By-law and these policies.

The Nominating Committee will maintain a file of all interested candidates who have been so reviewed in compliance with Personal Information Protection Act.

The Nominating Committee will be comprised of the Board Chairperson (or Vice Chair), Past Chair, one director and the General Manager.

POLICY SUBJECT: DIRECTOR TERM OF APPOINTMENT

Directors will agree to a term where:

• Members will serve a two year term with an opportunity for renewal at the annual general meeting with a maximum renewal of 3 terms for a total of 8 years.
• Members holding the executive positions of Chair, Vice Chair, or Past Chair, may serve for an additional two terms.
• Attendance is required at meetings usually once a month requiring approximately two hours each.
• Attendance is required at committee meetings usually once a month requiring two hours.
• New Members will attend an orientation session at the Community Futures office.
• Members absent for 3 meetings in a row without notification will be asked to resign from the board or will submit their resignation.