Governance Workshop 4: Role of Council Chair

Presenter: Tanya Crooks, LEQ Executive Director

Duration: 2hrs

(1hr of content presentation, followed by 1hr of breakout room discussions and feedback sessions)

Objective:

Equip Council Members with the practical knowledge required to understand the role of the Council Chair and carry out their responsibilities accordingly.

1. What makes the role special?

What makes the role of a Council Chair special beyond those of other Council Members?

under the LCAQD by-Laws?
under law?

2. What are some of the responsibilities of the Council Chair?

The leadership role and guidance of the Council as a whole (and their performance)
Setting of agenda, ensuring the Councill has sufficient information to deliberate the agenda
Preserving the relationship between governance and management, and promoting positive boardroom culture – including respecting the separation of roles between governance and management
Promoting positive culture and governance
Public relations

3. What are some of the responsibilities of the Council Chair inside the Boardroom?

Maintaining mission and identity, and promoting positive boardroom culture
Efficient chairing of meetings and setting of agenda

4. What are some of the responsibilities of the Council Chair outside the Boardroom?

A sounding board for the Principal, without interfering with management
Visibility to stakeholders, and communicating on matters of governance

5. Service & Support from LEQ Milton Office

How does the LEQ Milton Office serve and support Council Chairs?