Board Elections - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time commitment?
Terms are two years in length. 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 (Ultimate Day, Summer BBQ, Awards Banquest, etc). If you choose to participate on a committee, that would require a few additional hours on some months of the year.
What does the Board do?
Directors are responsible for decisions that can have immediate and long-term impacts on the Society and ultimate in Vancouver. The Board determines the future direction of the Society and provide oversight to staff. Staff manage a budget of about $400,000 per year, and we serve about 4000 active members in our community. For a full breakdown of responsibilities, see our Executive Model.
Why should I look to join the Board?
Getting involved is one of the best ways 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 experience are not a barrier in either direction.
How are directors elected?
All declarations and nominations must be submitted to the Executive Director one week prior to the AGM, which is normally held in November. Instructions for submission will be posted on the home page each fall.
At the AGM, you will be asked to speak for 2-3 minutes about your background and your hopes and objectives for your term on the Board. Voting will then be done by secret ballot, and winners are announced at the AGM.
About 50% of the Board is elected each year, with terms lasting two years, to provide some continuity on a year-to-year basis.
Anything else?
If you have any questions, you can contact us, and we will reply as quickly as we can!
