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USRWA Board Application
Following this application, there will be a selection process including screening, interviewing, and matching with current board needs. Completion of an application does not guarantee board membership.
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Board Member Agreement: Please read the Board Member Description and Agreement below which outlines the expectations of incoming and current board members. Applying to become a Board Member implies you accept the responsibilities as outlined in the Board Member Description and Agreement. If selected as a Board Member, you will be required to sign the agreement.

USRWA cares for the trails and waterways, protects the natural resources and inspires love for the Upper Sugar River.

For more information, please visit USRWA's website at uppersugar.org.

Member of the Board of Directors
The Board will support the work of USRWA and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by USRWA's Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected.

USRWA's Board Members  The term of each director of the Association will be two years. Board members may stand for election every two years. There are no term limits.

Board Member Responsibilities
* Leadership, Governance and Oversight
* Be aware of, and claim, potential conflicts of interest
* Know and effectively relate the mission, purpose, goals, and programs of USRWA
* Establish, enforce, and adhere to organizational policies
* Accept full fiduciary responsibility for USRWA's financial accountability by approving USRWA's annual budget, financial reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities
* Hire, support, advise, and evaluate USRWA's Executive Director
* Maintain full confidentiality of all USRWA board meetings
* Assist the Nominating Committee chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members
* Ensure a commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects our communities

Meetings, Events, and Communication
* Attend and participate in board meetings
* Actively attend and participate in at least one committee
* Attend USRWA's annual meeting
* Attend USRWA's events and/or volunteer workdays, as able
* Be accessible, at least by phone or e-mail, to staff and other board members as needed.

Fundraising
* Actively champion USRWA in your community
* Make a personally significant financial contribution to USRWA
* Make thank you calls to donors, as directed by the Executive Director
* Participate in fundraising activities when asked by the Executive Director
* Identify friends and associates who might be prospective donors, committee or board members
* Seek opportunities in your community to present on USRWA (civic clubs, service groups, etc.)

Upper Sugar River Watershed Responsibilities 
USRWA agrees to provide each member of the board with the following:
* Ample notice of all meetings
* Access to minutes of all meetings (if taken)
* All relevant information to conduct their job as a board member
* Respect for their time
* The effective use of their talents
Full Name *
Home Address, Including City, State and Zip Code *
Email Address *
Phone Number *
(xxx) xxx-xxxx
 Briefly describe any current connection to or involvement with the Upper Sugar River Watershed Association.
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Have you been in the Upper Sugar River Watershed? If so, how often do you go and what activities do you take part in while you’re there?
List your involvement in other community organizations, including the organization's name, your level of involvement and any leadership positions held.
Why do you want to serve on the board for USRWA? *
Please indicate any areas of expertise or experience *
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Please indicate the committees or volunteer groups that interest you. **Note that board members are expected to serve on one committee and may be asked to chair a committee.
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Would you be interested in serving with one of the above committees or groups if you are not selected for immediate board service?
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Approximately how much time are you able to contribute on a monthly basis as a board member?
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How do you feel USRWA would benefit from having you as a board member?
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Most of our board and committee communication is done via email. Can we communicate with you effectively using email?
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Much of our work in board and committee is done online, using platforms like Google Docs and Google Sheets. Are you comfortable using or learning these technologies?
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Anything else we should know about you? *
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