Bylaws, Policies, Procedures and Protocols
Bylaws are rules and directives that the board of trustees follows with respect to conducting the business of the Board of Trustees.
Policies refers to the sets of rules and directives that direct the board of trustees and the staff of the board. The policy statement is a clear, concise statement of position or direction of the board. The procedure (if included) provides clear direction to staff in addressing the intent of the policy statement.
Procedures are a set of rules and directives that the staff of the board follow with respect to operational and administrative functions.
Review and Revision Cycle
- All Bylaws, Policies and Procedures are reviewed on a four-year schedule.
- Revised Bylaws are brought to the board for review and approval.
- Policies and Procedures shall be brought to the board for review. The board will approve the circulation to stakeholders.
- Policies and Procedures shall be circulated to all stakeholders for a minimum of 60 days, for input with respect to revision.
- Policies and Procedures shall be modified after consideration of stakeholder input.
- Policies are brought to board for approval. Procedures are approved by Executive Council with final document brought to the board for information.
- Any revised Bylaw, Policy and Procedure are posted on the board’s website.
Feedback, Consultation and Surveys
The Board of Trustees is seeking stakeholder comments regarding the following:
Please send your comments to kathryn.giannini@granderie.ca