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January 2020

Notice of Griesbach Community League AGM and bylaw changes

The date for the Griesbach Community League AGM has been set. Please join us:

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Major General Griesbach School gym, 304 Griesbach School Rd.

7-9 p.m.

The Annual General Meeting is open to the public.

This is your chance to hear what directors have been up to this year, vote in new board members and express your priorities or concerns for the upcoming term.

Interested in running for the board? We are recruiting. Learn more about open positions here.

Anyone who wishes to vote must have a valid GCL membership. You can buy a membership with cash or cheque at the membership table ahead of the meeting, online through the CommuniBee app, or through the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues website.

Bylaw changes

It has come to our attention that the Griesbach Community League’s current membership term is not in line with that of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues. We need to update our membership term from its current April-March term to a September-August term. A Special Resolution to amend the bylaw term will be proposed at our AGM.
Bylaw Three, Article Three to be amended from:

Membership shall be for a period of one year, and this year shall commence on the 1st day of April and end on the 31st day of March of the following year, as per Edmonton Federation of Community League guidelines.

To:

Membership shall be for a period of one year, and this year shall commence on the 1st day of September and end on the 31st day of August of the following year, as per Edmonton Federation of Community League guidelines.

We will ask all GCL members to vote on this change at the March 12 meeting.

Seeking directors for the Griesbach Community League

The Griesbach Community League is seeking some new volunteer directors to fill two-year terms.

Joining the board is a great way to meet new people, learn or perfect skills and make your community an even better place to live. You don’t need previous board experience. Board members include students, parents and retirees. There really is space for everyone!

Time commitment will vary, depending on what kinds of initiatives and events are happening that month. Generally, the board has one meeting per month at Major General Griesbach School. Meetings are capped at two hours, often take less than that, and the board generally doesn’t meet formally over the summer.

Interested? Need more information before saying yes? Email Shelby: president@griesbachcommunity.com for more details.

We are actively recruiting for the following positions, which will be vacant and up for election at our annual general meeting on March 12, 2020.

Vice-president

This position works closely with the president, assisting them in all duties. They will fill in running meetings, when the president or other chairperson is absent. They will also work with the past-president and current president to identify future board members.

Treasurer

This is an executive position. Ideally, we’re looking for a CPA who can serve at least one two-year term. Previous board experience isn’t mandatory. Our current treasurer has done such a great job that you’ll be walking into a well-established practice. Our board meets once per month, and the treasurer is not often required to attend other meetings, but is responsible for bookkeeping, regular financial updates and necessary filings.

Secretary

Member of the executive. Takes minutes at meetings, keeps records of all documents, creates agendas ahead of meetings, notifies members ahead of meetings. Runs meetings, in absence of president or VP.

Communications

This is a great fit for someone who loves writing, photos and storytelling. This person oversees two mailed-out newsletters per year, email newsletters as needed, basic website maintenance and the community Facebook page. They also provide overall communications and marketing advice to the board. Our current communications director will teach you everything you need to know. This is a great opportunity to learn, or sharpen, your digital media skills.

Volunteer

This person co-ordinates volunteer commitments for the sports programs and for community league events. The ideal candidate is organized, loves scheduling and is good at dealing with people.

Social

This person has a passion for event planning and throwing parties. They are the point person for the major Griesbach Community League events, including our annual September party and Easter egg hunt. They can also spearhead smaller events throughout the year.

More detailed position descriptions are available here.