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The ASTEC Board of Directors
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BOARD MEETINGS 2009-2010
The Board of Directors typically meet the fourth Monday of every month, except for the months of November and December 2009. Other meetings may be scheduled as needed at the discretion of the Board Chair.
July 27, 2009
August 24, 2009
September 28, 2009
October 26, 2009
December 7, 2009
January 25, 2010
February 22, 2010
March 22, 2010
April 26, 2010
May 24, 2010
June 28, 2010
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The recognitions are a special part of the board meetings when the ASTEC Board of Directors honor our students, faculty, staff members for outstanding achievement. Items for this section are submitted by the individual schools' administrators and/or counselors, and we hope that no errors or omissions have occurred in the transmission of information.
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*Note: The information in the following section was obtained directly from Fisher Howe at the National Center for Non-profit Boards in Washington, D.C.
Governance: The Board is responsible; the CEO assists
The CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER- the Board selects, compensates, evaluates and, if necessary, dismisses the Chief Executive Officer; and delegates all MANAGEMENT responsibilities.
MISSION- the Board defines the organization’s mission – its purposes, programs, priorities – and its vision – what it wants to BE and DO in coming years; usually achieved by periodic strategic planning.
FINANCES – the Board assures financial responsibility and accountability by –
approving the BUDGET, and overseeing adherence
contracting for and approving an independent AUDIT
controlling INVESTMENTS of capital funds.
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT AND SUPPORT – the Board oversees (not manages) and evaluates programs; supports the staff; and acts as an advocate in the community.
FUND RAISING – the Board contributes personally and annually.
BOARD PERFORMANCE – the Board assures the fulfillment of the aforementioned responsibilities, and maintains its own effectiveness through a strong organization.
The Board of Directors meets the fourth Monday of most months in the ASTEC Board Room. Special meetings may be called when necessary. A written notice of regular and special meetings will be posted at least 72 hours before the scheduled meeting time. The written notice will show the date, time, place, and subjects of each meeting. In emergencies, a meeting may be held with a two-hour notice.
All meetings are open to the public. Under the following circumstances, Oklahoma law permits the Board to go into a closed session. Closed session may occur for such things as discussing prospective gifts or donations, real property acquisition, legal issues and issues that may violate the privacy of an individual or group.
Board meeting schedule for 2008-2009
The ASTEC Board of Directors meets at 5:45 pm, on the fourth Monday of the month except for the months of November and December. Additional meetings are scheduled as need at the discretion of the Board President. Please note that dates are subject to change.
Role of the chief executive officer
The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for:
Programs
Personnel
Finances
Marketing and Fundraising
Public Relations
Procurement
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