Board Elections - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time commitment?
The Board meets for approximately 2 hours on a monthly basis. There are also about 5-6 events that Board members are encouraged to attend throughout the year (summer BBQ, AGM, captain's meetings etc). If you choose to participate on a committee, that would require a few more hours on some months of the year. Terms are two years in length.
What does the Board do?
The Board determines the future direction of our league. The Board oversees staff who manage a budget of about $350,00.00 per year, and serve about 4100 active members in our community. Some topics the Board discussed this year include youth policies, female participation, spirit of the game, sponsorship, sustainability, communication with members, field developments, growth and expansion, relations with CUPA and BCDSS, and more.
Why should I look to join the Board?
Getting involved is the best way to give back to our sport. If you have some ideas about how the League or Society as a whole can improve, this is your chance! Your experience, background and input will be treated with respect and valued by your fellow Boardies, most of the time... In addition, you'll have the opportunity to gain additional skills and experience that will be of value to you.
Are there any perks?
Aside from the "rock star status" at league parties and the occasional free piece of sushi at the meetings, there are no direct perks. This is a volunteer position.
Who should apply?
If you are a member of the VUL and some of the above sounds interesting, consider declaring your candidacy. Or if you know someone who would make a good board member, you can nominate them. We have had very active Board members who were 20 years old and 50 years old with everything in between. So age or Ultimate playing experience isn't a barrier in either direction.
How are directors elected?
All declarations and nominations must be emailed to Art, the Executive Director, by Wed Oct 28th at the latest. Include a short candidate statement and photo that will be posted on the website for review by the membership.
At the AGM on November 4th you will be asked to speak for 2-3 minutes about your background and your hopes for the upcoming term on the Board. Voting will then be done by secret ballot, and winners are announced at the AGM.
Anything else?
If you have any questions, you can contact us, and we will reply as quickly as we can!