Approved minutes of Dec 7 Gov Council meeting

Lynn motion; Amy second

The draft of the expectations and member agreement documents were forwarded to Board members for their input and feedback on Jan 9 and no responses have been received so this items was tabled until February meeting

Later in the meeting, it was noted that documents related to board member job description and Board member Rep to FiGS job description.  It was agreed that only one document that outlines expectations and responsibilities for board members was needed.    Amy will review all documents and consolidate to one document which will be circulated for review  and consderation at the Feb Governance Council meeting

Discussion on the documents centered on these items:

• Succession plans - Vice Chair document will reference anticipation that Vice Chair role will assume Chair role at expiration of the term.   Secretary will have no language re succession expectations.   also discussed a preference for officer roles to be individuals with experience on the IG School boards
• Terms - agreed that two year officer terms were consistent with Code of Regulations and job descriptions will reflect this detail
• Treasurer job description - Responsibilities and expectations for this position are defined by statute and Code of Regulations it was determined that a separate Treasurer job description document is not needed

Amy will make changes to current documents to reflect above, forward final drafts to council member for consideration for recommendation for board approval at the Feb Council meeting.

time was not available for this item so it was tabled for next meeting