If you are interested in joining or assisting with a Nobel Lodge Lodge committee, or for any questions regarding committees, please contact info@nobel-monitor.org for more information.
Overview
- Committees are formed at the Board meeting associated with the first meeting of the year but may be modified as needed during the membership meeting year.
- Lodge members and non-lodge members, as appropriate, may serve on committees.
- Chairs of standing committees (Executive, Nominating, Finance, Membership and Recruiting, Benevolence, and Culture and Programs) must be Board members and serve on all subcommittees of said standing committee.
Executive Committee
- Acts on Nobel Monitor Lodge business.
- Comprised of the officers: Chairman, Vice Chairman, Immediate Past Chairman, Treasurer, Financial Secretary and Recording Secretary
- Chaired by the Chairman
- Meets annually or as needed
Nominating Committee
- Establishes protocol for the nomination, selection and ratification of Board members and Board officers, oversees elections, acclimates new board members, and tracks board member and officer history
- Consists of 5 member: last three Past Chairmen and two members elected in September
- Chaired by the Immediate Past Chairman
- Provides a slate of officers for election to be held in November each year
Finance Committee
- Responsible for managing the Lodge’s finances and material resources
- Consists of two Trustees and Treasurer. Chaired by the Treasurer
Benevolence
- Develops community relationships with social service organizations that Nobel-Monitor would contribute to; monetarily and through tangible donations.
- Takes care of the Old Age and Benefit Fund application when a member is in need.
- Keeps in contact with members who are shut-in or ailing.
Culture and Programs
- Organizes and develops programs to enhance the knowledge of Scandinavian heritage; at general meetings and within the community.
- Aims to interest the members and guests in relevant cultural activities.