Governance of our congregation is handled by our members, committees, teams, staff, and the Board of Trustees. The Board is given fiduciary responsibility to ensure that the Mission and Vision of the congregation is implemented with accountability and safety. These policies and procedures are approved by the Board after being vetted by the appropriate committees, teams, and staff. Requests for edits, clarification, and/or questions for the following policies can be brought to the attention of the Board President for consideration at the next Board meeting.
This manual is a work in progress—a living document—and is routinely updated. It is currently under review and reorganization. Questions about the Policies and Procedures should be directed to Pastor Amy Brooks or Policy and Procedure Manual Editor Sandra Shaner.
FIRST UU CHURCH OF ALTON
APPROVED POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
POLICIES
- Bank Account Signatories
- Board E-Mail Voting Between Meetings
- Board Liability
- Building Use
- Child and Youth Protection
- Designated Contributions
- Direct Assistance
- Disruptive Behavior
- Memorial Fund
- Organizational Structure
- Service Animals- pending
- Undertaking New Projects
- Welcoming Congregation
- Youth Representative Board Member
Pending:
- Child and Youth Protection update–currently under review by the Religious Education Council
PROCEDURES
- Covenant Group Facilitators – pending
- Key Holders – list not public- maintained by Church Administrator
- Wedding FAQs
- Covenant Group Facilitator Training
ROLLING ANNUAL CALENDAR (perpetual calendar)– in process
- Becky key list – after new officers elected, generally June-July
- Update Bank Account Signatory policy if needed after election of officers
VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Religious Education Council Positions
- RE Council Chair
- Nursery Spirit Play Coordinator
- Elementary RE Coordinator
- Youth Program Coordinator
- Adult RE Program Coordinator
- RE Administration Coordinator
Stewardship Teams Positions