Volunteers wanted at Strathcona AGM
The Strathcona Centre Community League’s 2016 annual general meeting (AGM) will be held Monday, November 14, 2016 at 8pm. The AGM is open to all members, volunteers and neighbours. League business will include a review of our 2015-2016 financials, committee reports and board elections.
For those interested in helping our community, becoming an active and engaged neighbour and gaining some non-profit board experience we have some vacancies that can be filled on our board, and within committees.
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President – This position is a 2-year term and perfect for a neighbour who is interested in helping guide the vision of the community league and take an active role in neighbourhood activities and development. This role is also responsible for chairing monthly meetings of the board (September – June).
Previous board experience would be an asset, but not necessary (there is a Past President to help with transition).
Volunteer hours required: 12-16 hours/month (or more, depending on any chosen committee work)
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Secretary – This position is a 2-year term and would be great for anyone who likes to ensure there’s an accurate record of community discussion. The primary responsibility is taking minutes at monthly board meetings (September – June), but can also include volunteering on committees of the board that may be of interest.
Previous board experience is not necessary.
Volunteer hours required: 4-6 hours/month (or more, depending on any chosen committee work)
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Social committee chair – This position is a 1-year appointment and is just waiting for a neighbour who has an interest in party-planning and programming for adults and families. There’s also a helpful group of volunteers ready to ease the new chair in. Some of our current activities include the fall arts BBQ, Winterfest and monthly pub nights. New ideas and activities welcome too!
Previous board experience is not necessary.
Volunteer hours required: 6-10 hours/month (time requirements increase around larger events)
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Communications chair – This position is a 1-year appointment and includes working with the newsletter editor, website editor and board to ensure timely and relevant items are being produced and distributed to neighbours. This role could be a mix of helping write and create articles and notices that keep neighbours informed and updated on board and community events and public involvement opportunities, as well as giving some form to communications policy and best practices.
Previous board experience is not necessary.
Volunteer hours required: 8-12 hours/month (or more, depending on involvement in writing)
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Membership – This is the committee responsible for selling and tracking our league memberships, and coordinating volunteers for door-to-door sales.
There is a current chair letting their name stand for re-election.
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Programs – This is the committee responsible for programming related to children and sports, including our rink and City of Edmonton camps and programs.
There is a current chair letting their name stand for re-election.
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Neighbourhood Liaison – This is a new committee tasked with coordinating better outcomes for neighbours in relation to large community events, such as festivals.
There is a current chair letting their name stand for re-election.
Volunteers needed for the committee. (4+ hours/month)
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Soccer – This is the committee responsible for organizing indoor and outdoor soccer for children in Strathcona.
There is a current chair letting their name stand for re-election.
Parents of soccer players and volunteers are always needed.
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Safety – This is the committee responsible for working with Edmonton Police and other safety agencies in the neighbourhood.
There is a current chair letting their name stand for re-election.
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Volunteers are always welcome for these and other committees of the league. Please contact a current board member if you have any questions about volunteering your time.