2011-2012 Board Self-Evaluation

Please complete all of the questions below by Friday, December 16th.

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A red asterisk (*) indicates required questions.


MISSION: 


1) Trustees understand the meaning and specific language of the mission statement of JCC. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) The committee structure assures that programs and initiatives are in accordance with the precepts of the mission of JCC. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING MISSION:


BOARD AND STAFF RELATION: 


1) A climate of mutual trust and respect exists between the Board and the President.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) Our Board gives the President enough authority and responsibility to lead and manage the organization successfully. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


3) We now have an effective method for the annual evaluation of the President. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


4) The respective roles of the Board and staff are clearly defined and understood.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING BOARD AND STAFF RELATION:


PUBLIC IMAGE: 


1) The Trustees promote a positive image of the organization in the various communities that we serve. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING PUBLIC IMAGE:


PROGRAM: 


1) Our Board is knowledgeable about JCC’s current educational programs and services.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) Our Board periodically considers adopting new programs and modifying and discontinuing current programs. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING PROGRAM:


FISCAL MANAGEMENT: 


1) Our full Board and Finance and Audit Committee discusses thoroughly the annual operating budget of the organization before approving it. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) Our Board receives financial reports and income and expense statements on a monthly basis as a percent of the fiscal year that are understandable, accurate, and timely. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


3) Our Board studies the annual audit and considers all recommendations made in the independent auditor’s report. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


4) Our Finance and Audit Committee selects and employs the college’s auditor who is responsible to the board and independent from the administration.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING FISCAL MANAGEMENT:


STRATEGIC PLANNING: 


1) Our Board is organized to focus on long-term significant policy issues rather that short-term administrative/operational matters. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) Our Board periodically engages in strategic planning processes and informal retreats that help it consider how JCC should meet new opportunities and challenges. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


3) Our Board discusses events and trends in a larger environment that may present specific opportunities for JCC. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


4) At least once a year, our Board asks that the President articulate his vision for JCC’s future and outline strategies to realize that vision.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


5) Our Board makes explicit use of the long-range priorities in dealing with current issues.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING STRATEGIC PLANNING:


GOVERNANCE: 


1) The chair and agenda allow for appropriate discussion of important issues.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


2) The committee assignments reflect the interest, experience, and skills of the trustees.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


3) Our Board provides new members with an organizational manual and a comprehensive orientation to Board responsibilities and procedures.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


4) There are opportunities provided for growth and development of skills appropriate to Board membership and responsibilities.*
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING GOVERNANCE:


RELATIONSHIP WITH THE FOUNDATION: 


1) There is a clear understanding between the Board and the Foundation regarding their respective roles. *
  1 2 3 4 5     Not Sure
Strongly agree   Strongly disagree  


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS REGARDING RELATION WITH THE FOUNDATION:


OVERALL ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: