BCSTA’s Provincial Council

An Overviewby Penny Tees

BCSTA President

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History of PC

Established in 1987Ensures interests of all boards are

represented in the governance of BCSTA

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Membership

One representative elected annually by each member board of the Association

Board of Directors

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Powers and Duties

Must approve:Annual budgetMember feesHonorariaExpense Criteria

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Powers and Duties

Has power to:Establish interim policies between

general meetingsDirect the Board regarding

investment of fundsElect an interim Director

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PC Meetings

Meet three times a year: Once at AGM (approve budget)Twice - usually in February and in

October

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Agenda Items and Motions

Must be received at the BCSTA office five weeks prior to a meeting

May be submitted by member boards, branches, Board of Directors and the Education and First Nations Education Committees

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The Role of Representatives

Each Councillor represents his/her board

Consider making “BCSTA business” a standing agenda item at board meetings to get board input

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At The Meeting

Follow Robert’s Rules of Order Quorum = two thirds of membersSpeakers list – use voting cardSpeak once on any motion (except Mover)Amendments – in writingVoting – by show of cards

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After The Meeting

Hand in expense formsSynopsis and report of the meeting will be prepared by staff