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Lifetrack Resources Board of Directors
Lifetrack Resources Board of Directors is comprised of 14 -18 individuals who represent a cross section of our community and bring valuable expertise, perspectives and experiences to the board.
Meeting time and frequency: 6 times per year, 3rd Tuesday 12-1:30 p.m.
Meeting location: Lifetrack's main office, 709 University Ave, Saint Paul
Service on Committees: The board operates through 5 committees which each
focus on important aspects of governance and oversight. Directors are
invited to serve on at least one committee. Committees meeting requirements
average between 4-6 meeting per year. To assist our directors with planning,
a 12 month calendar is established prior to the start of each new year.
Lifetrack Resources board of directors are chosen with care for their ability to participate constructively in the process of governing. Board directors are committed to the following:
- Understand and accept the Board's approach to governance.
- Join assertively in the debate of Board-level issues, with no fear to dissent.
- Commit time to training (including participation in appropriate annual training in accordance with Minnesota statues), external functions, participation in committee or task force work, and fund raising.
- Stand behind policies of the Board regardless of personal stakes taken prior to the vote and to support the Chief Executive Officer when s/he has acted in compliance with Board policies.
- Provide a charitable contribution to the Corporation in an amount that is completely at the discretion of the individual Director.
- Attend a majority of regular Board meeting and committee meetings, as assigned.
The Board of Directors is accountable to the public and to the law for all operations of Lifetrack Resources. The Board is responsible for defining the purpose of the organization, setting limitations about how the purpose is accomplished and assessing the organization's effectiveness. The Board is committed to providing effective leadership and stability to ensure the achievement of Lifetrack Resources mission.
The Board adheres to a code of ethics which includes the avoidance of conflicts of interests. Board members shall be independent of (e.g., not involved in a current business relationship with), and unrelated to, the Chief Executive Officer or any other key staff member of the Corporation. No person shall be a member the Board while a paid employee and no member receives a salary for serving in the positions.
Terms: Members terms may be for up to three years with eligibility for re-appointment for up to 3 consecutive terms.
Nomination and Recommendations: Nominations and recommendations for qualified board members are welcome at any time and open to any individual who may wish to submit a prospective member's name and reason for the recommendation. Nominations and recommendations can be directed to the President or Board Chair. The list of nominations and recommendations are compiled and maintained by the President for review by the Board Development Committee as vacancies occur.
Please e-mail: mail@lifetrackresources.org to make a nomination/recommendation.