Board Application - Colorado Water Congress

Board Application

COLORADO WATER CONGRESS

BOARD APPLICATION

Overview

The Colorado Water Congress (CWC) is governed by a Board of Directors (“Board”) comprised of members that reflect the diverse geographic and professional interests of the water community. The CWC Board has 32 voting members and 4 non-voting ex-officio members. Board terms are for 3 years and there are no term limits.

The Board is the sole authority to set CWC policy. Board members have legal and fiduciary obligations to the CWC membership to represent the best interests of the Water Congress. Responsibilities of the Board include periodically reviewing and approving the CWC mission and strategic direction, annual budget, and programs. Board members are expected to volunteer time, raise funds, and commit to ensuring the success of the CWC.

Declaration of Candidacy

Board positions require a substantial commitment of time and energy. Candidates are urged to consider their professional priorities as well as their prospective role in advancing the Colorado Water Congress.

Resources available to prospective Board members are:

• Policies, bylaws, and other relevant information are available at: CWC Policies and Bylaws

• Current Board members are listed at: CWC Board Members

• Send any questions to the Nominating Committee and/or Executive Director HERE.

To apply:

• Board Candidates must be from CWC member organizations in the appropriate Division that are in good standing.

• Submit the one-page Board Application and resume by August 2nd.

• Applications are distributed to the CWC Nominating Committee for evaluation and

recommendation to the Board. Candidates are selected by the Board.

Time Considerations

The CWC Board typically meets 4 times and 1 retreat per year. Regular Board meetings are typically calendared in: February, May, August, and November. Board subcommittees often meet in between Board meetings.

Expectations of Board Members

• Maintain current membership in the Colorado Water Congress.

• Uphold the mission, bylaws and policies of the Colorado Water Congress when acting in the board member capacity.

• Commit to attendance and active participation.

• Serve on at least one board committee and participate in committee activities.

• Financially contribute to the CWC and to actively participate in fund-raising.

• Notify staff when not able to attend a board meeting and designate a proxy.

Travel Costs:

No compensation will be paid to any Board member for services or travel costs.

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Board Applicant Details

First Name *

Last Name *

Title *

Organization *

Phone *

Email *

River Basin Residence *

Application
Your views on current CWC operations and how your contributions might fit with the CWC mission and purpose are important evaluation criteria for the Nominating Committee. Please answer the following questions. Your application and resume are the only materials provided to the Nominating Committee.

How have you been involved in the Colorado Water Congress? *

Length of membership, committees, attendance at events, etc.

What are your views of the function of the Colorado Water Congress? *

Why do you seek a position on the Colorado Water Congress Board? *

What contributions do you hope to make to support our mission, purposes, and policies?

What specific skills, qualifications, and relevant experience would you bring to the CWC Board? *

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