Community Association Positions
President
- The Chief Operating Officer of the Community
- Chairs all of the meetings of the Board of Directors, and meetings of the Members of the Society
- Shall be the official spokesman for the Community but he/she may delegate such power in regard to public pronouncements to such member of the Community as he/she may decide
- Shall act at all times in accordance with the lawful directives of the Board
- One of four (4) cheque co-signers that can appear on Community cheques
- An ex-officio member of all Community Committees
- Attend all monthly Board meetings
- Cannot chair any committee other than a Board of Directors Committee
- Responsible for the overall operations of the Community Association
- Represents the Association in dealing with Government, Business, Organizations & Residents
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Vice-President
- Reports directly to the President
- Shall conduct meetings in the absence of the President
- An ex-officio member of all Community Committees
- Acts as signing officer for cheques and official documents
- Be able to assume Presidential responsibilities if the need arises
- Attend all monthly Board Meetings
- Serves and chairs on the Executive Committee with the President/Secretary/Treasurer
- Oversees projects/tasks as required
- Cannot chair any committee other than a Board of Directors Committee
- Share duties with the President as required
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Secretary
- Reports directly to the President
- Acts as signing officer for cheques and other documents
- Prepares the agendas for all meetings of the Board of Directors, and meetings of the Members of the Society
- Takes minutes of those meetings and prepares them for signature by the President and Secretary
- An ex-officio member of all Community Committees
- Holds and maintains copies of all correspondence generated from and to all individuals acting under the direction of the Board of Directors
- Maintains a minutes book
- Prepares and sends out correspondence as required by the President
- Keeper of the Seal of the Community
- Keeps records of important correspondence and documents
- Responsible for mail pickup weekly
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Treasurer
- Reports directly to the President
- Acts as signing officer for cheques and other documents
- An ex-officio member of all Community Committees
- Attend all monthly Board Meetings
- Prepares and presents monthly financial statements to the Board of Directors
- Ensures annual financial statement is prepared by the appointed auditor or chartered accountant
- Liaises with the Bank and the Board of Directors
- Recommends changes to term deposits and other interest bearing monies for the Community Association
- Ensures monies generated on behalf of the community are properly deposited in a timely fashion
- Holds and maintains copies of all bills and receipts generated from and to all individuals acting under direction of the Board of Directors
- Assist the Secretary in weekly pick up of the mail
- Prepare and submit all Gaming reports as required
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Facilities Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors and advises on the maintenance of the Community Assoc. buildings (Red Barn and Rink Site)
- Co-ordinates/organizes spring grounds clean up
- Co-ordinates/organizes any required maintenance or repair to the community facilities
- Responsible for volunteer co-ordination for any work to be performed as well as engaging any professional services as required
- Setting up and monitoring budgets for the maintenance or repair of the community facilities
- Work with the Planning Director and/or Executive Committee on future development plans for the Shawnessy Community Centre site or Rink Site.
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Membership Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors and advises on community membership status and any issues involving this committee
- Holds and maintains an up-to-date registry of the Associations members
- Organizes annual membership drives for new members as well as processing the renewals of existing members
- Responsible for representation at all sporting registrations and venues where community memberships are required
- Encourages participation in community activities
- Develops ideas and plans for increasing membership sales and welcoming newcomers to the Community
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Community Affairs Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on activities involving the community of Shawnessy
- Provides advice and status of all projects
- Shall be responsible for Community residential concerns and represents the interests of the Community regarding:
- Development permit applications (eg. Home occupation)
- Current residential traffic concerns
- Current City Parks concerns and Bylaw concerns
- Mobilizing the network for any Community concerns
- Specific issues that may arise which require the attention of more than one Director
- Responsible for communication with the media and dissemination of information of interest to the Community
- Will have the assistance of other committee members as may be required
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Community Planning Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any planning or development activities involving and/or having some impact on the Community
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Shall be the Liaison with the Executive, Board of Directors and the City of Calgary
- Reports to the Board on any City studies and/or development plans in progress for Board discussion and input
- Set up meetings with the Community pertaining to development issues when necessary
- Responsible for communication with the media (under the direction of the Executive Committee) and the dissemination of information of interest to the Community
- Represents the interests of the Community in meetings with the City of Calgary, City Planners, Transportation Project Office, Developers or any government official office
- Responsible for Community residential concerns and represents the interests of the Community regarding Development Permit Applications, current City Parks Regulations and Community Bylaws
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Grant Application Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any grant application opportunities or updates on current grant application status
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Responsible for maintaining a log or file on all available municipal, provincial or private grant opportunities
- Becomes familiar with all grant application processes and submission requirements
- Assists any member of the Board with project fundraising through any available grants and facilitates the grant submission process
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Director of Fundraising: Gambling
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on current Bingo and Casino events and activities
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Represents the community (along with a chairperson) in meetings with the Gaming Commission, Calgary Bingo Association and with Bingo Hall Owners and other Community Bingo Association
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Arranges in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator to provide a team of volunteers for each Bingo
- Make application when necessary for the Bingo Licence
- Engages the assistance of a Casino Chairperson who:
- Makes application, when necessary, for the Casino Licence
- Arranges with the Volunteer Coordinator to provide a team of volunteers for each casino
- Requisitions funds as necessary
- Liaison with the Gaming Commission
- Reports to the Fundraising Gaming Director
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Social Director: Children
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on current and future Community run children events and activities (Annual Christmas Party)
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Coordinates, develops, and implements children programming and events
- Prepares and distributes advertising for children's programs
- Liaison with Schools and surrounding Communities for youth programs and issues
- Will have assistance of other committee members when needed
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Social Director: Adult
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on previous adult functions or events and updates on future events or activities
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Responsible for developing and proposing budgets for future events and/or activities
- Creates ideas and suggestions for social events (ie. Stampede BBQ, Shawnessy Days Dance, New Year Eve's Party, Pub nites)
- Represents the community at the above mentioned Social Events
- Works with the Volunteer Coordinator to arrange for all necessary assistance with each event
- Responsible for holding and keeping current and accurate records of the Barn supplies
- Responsible for recording all funds generated by the events and supplies used
- Works with the Advertising Director to create advertising for all events (signage, newsletter ad, newspaper etc)
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Social Director: Family
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on the timetable of activities (Shawnessy Days, Winter Festival )
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Represents the Community in area recreational matters
- Liaison with the City of Calgary's Community Recreational Coordinator of Community and Neighbourhood Services
- Ability to plan a variety of youth programs for all ages (toddler to teen)
- Maintain an active youth involvement
- Works with the Volunteer Coordinator to acquire and organize volunteers for all functions
- Attends all youth functions
- Acquires prizes or sponsors for all activities
- Liaison with Schools and surrounding Communities for youth programs and issues
- Will have the assistance of other Board members as required
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Sports Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any community run sport activities or events, as well as any rink site updates
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Represents the Community in matters pertaining to Sports and Recreational matters
- Liaison with the City of Calgary's Community Recreation Coordinator at Community and Neighbourhood Services
- Coordinates a volunteer group to support the Rink site with regards to maintenance, ice making, snow removal, clean-up and reports on any required maintenance or equipment needs
- Creates and Coordinates any sporting events or activities (ie annual Community Golf Tournament, hockey tournament, tennis tournament etc)
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Newsletter Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any newsletter issues and updates
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Collection point for community newsletter articles
- Responsible for the delivery of the newsletter articles to the newsletter printer
- Coordinates newsletter deliveries to newsletter route carriers
- Responsible for ensuring newsletters are delivered to community residents in a timely fashion
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Community Events Advertising Director
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any advertising issues and activities
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Responsible for posting advertisements for upcoming community events within the boundaries of the community
- Initiates and creates any innovative means of advertising to the benefit of the Community Association the community at large
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Volunteer Coordinator (Director)
- Reports directly to the Executive and Board of Directors
- Is an ex-officio member of all committees under this functional head
- Reports monthly to the Executive and Board of Directors on any volunteer issues or activities
- Provides advice and direction to the Committee(s)
- Requisitions funds for activities as needed
- Works with the Membership Director in order to maintain a database persons wishing to volunteer for various activities within the community
- Works with all Directors of the Board to ensure that volunteers are available and present at the required events or activities that the Director is planning
- Ensures that all active volunteers are contacted and invited to the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night
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