Relations between the staff and board are characterized by mutual respect and good rapport. There are regularly scheduled board meetings at least 4 times a year. Meetings begin and end on time per an agreed-upon schedule. There is adequate preparation and distribution of material, including agendas, study documents, etc. Minutes of the board and committee meetings are written and circulated to the members.
Committees are active and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
The board is aware of matters of community, state, and nationwide concern within the organization's field of interest. The individual board members accept and carry out assignments within the area of their talents and expertise. All board members are involved in some aspect of fundraising for the organization. The board conducts an annual review of its own organization and work. New leadership is emerging consistently from the board and its committees.