AscentNB Admin on 2023 Ascent NB Elections
This year there will be two positions up for election on the Ascent Board of Directors and three on the Executive. Nominations for these positions must be submitted 14 days prior to the election. The nominees will be communicated to the membership prior to the AGM. Voting will take place at the AGM using a paper ballot. Anyone wishing to vote who cannot attend the AGM can do so via email
Timeline
August 18 - Deadline for nomination and submissions.
September 9, 2023 - Voting takes place during AGM (Welsford Rendezvous).
Descriptions of positions
Board of Directors (2):
These are at large positions with no specific duties or responsibilities listed.
Typically, board members offer council on big picture matters and decisions usually concerning Ascent Policies and Procedures. Board members often sit on committees designed to formulate policy. These are two year term commitments.
These seats are currently held by Dom Caron and Phil Ouellette. In order to run for one of these positions candidates must have 5 years of outdoor climbing experience.
Executive (3):
President (Greg Hughes) - the President's primary responsibility is to manage access issues including concerns and agreements. Other duties include policy development and vision. This is a two-year term. Candidates for this position must have held a previous position with Ascent New Brunswick either on the Board of Directors or Executive.
Treasurer (Mike Delaney) - the primary responsibility is to manage the financial matters for Ascent. This includes deposits and expenditures and accurate record keeping of the books.
Crag Stewardship Coordinator (Luke Perrin) - this position is designed to help address issues with crags that are of an environmental nature. Everything from making signs at crags to coordinating removal of trash to organizing trail days.
Submissions
All positions listed above are open for nominations.
Note that the incumbents have indicated that they will be reoffering.
To apply, please submit your candidature to ascentnb@gmail.com (subject: Ascent NB < position > candidature) with a small paragraph about yourself and why you are applying; To be shared with the membership.