Board Application Form

Date:
Name:
Occupation:
Business/Organization:
Business Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Business Phone:
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Why would you like to serve on the RCU Board of Directors? (This information will be used on the ballot.)
Event planning
Financial management
Legal / Legislative / Policy experience
Recycling operations		 Fundraising / Sales / Marketing
Personnel management
Public relations/Writing
Waste education
Other

Expectations of an RCU Board Member

  1. Attendance. Board members serve a two-year term and attend monthly board meetings. Most meetings are held in the Davis, Salt Lake or Utah County area. Meetings usually last two hours.
  2. Membership. Board members must be a current member of RCU. (Cost: $100 to $200 annually depending on your organizational status.)
  3. Committee Service. Board members are strongly encouraged to serve on at least one committee or lead one special project.
  4. Fundraising. Board members are encouraged to help recruit new members each year and to otherwise assist in finding adequate resources for the organization.
  5. Direction of Organization. Board members are responsible for overseeing the work of the Executive Director to ensure RCU meets contractual obligations, remains fiscally sound, and pursues programs that further RCU's mission.

Expectations of RCU for the Board of Directors

  1. RCU will provide a board manual with by-laws, an annual report, the most recent annual financial statements, and a list of other board members.
  2. RCU will send out board packets about one week before each board meeting.
  3. RCU will provide general liability insurance coverage for its board members.