Authority & Responsibility

 GOVERNANCE OF THE ARA…..The Board of Directors is the legal authority for the Alberta Racquetball Association. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community. Their primary responsibilities are to strategically direct and lead the Association.

 The following are some of the governance duties of the Board of Directors:

 ·       Commitment to vision, mission, and values and guided by strategic plan.

·       Ensure that the ARA has capable management and that there are clear goals between the Board and any staff or Board-appointed positions.

·       Ensure that the ARA has proper financial monitoring and recording functions in place and that there is an arms-length financial review through an audit or equivalent.

·       Ensure that the needs of the association’s membership are met.

·       Ensure that the association is managed in a transparent and open manner and is accountable to its members.

 BOARD POSITIONS & DUTIES

 President

 As the chief executive officer of the ARA, the President is responsible for ensuring that the current and future long-term plans of the Alberta Racquetball Association are carried out. The President is an ex-officio (non-voting) member of the Board.

 Treasurer

The Treasurer is responsible for the administration and management of the financial assets and liabilities of the Association.

 Membership Director

The Membership Director is responsible for the administration and management of the membership directory. The Membership Director is also responsible for ensuring proper meeting minutes are taken and distributed to the Board.

 Marketing / Promotion Director

The Marketing/Promotion Director is responsible for coordinating all media, publicity, and marketing of racquetball in Alberta, as well as the Association.

 Program Director

 The Program Director is responsible for developing, managing, and evaluating ARA programs to ensure their alignment with Association strategic objectives and goals.

  Casino/Grant Director

 The Casino/Grant Director is responsible for the smooth operation of the Association's Casino, as well as the management of applicable grants, both for the association and its membership.

For a more in-depth look at the duties and responsibilities, please contact the ARA administration for information.