PYHA Board Members & Committees

Board Member Role and Expectations:

Volunteer Position - Board members shall:  

1. 1. contribute time, take on tasks  
   2. participates in planning and helping with fundraising events  
   3. attend meetings and participate on sub-committees, if applicable  
   4. work towards developing an overall strong program 
   5. nonpaid position  
   6. 3-year term 

Objective Decision-Making and Problem-Solving - Board members shall:  

1. 1. be willing to look at all programs objectively and with an open mind  
   2. act in the best interest of the entire program  
   3. approach problem-solving in a results-based fashion  
   4. direct member concerns to the appropriate person (team manager, coach, administrator, Director, or board)  
   5. board members shall not use the position on the board to advocate for a personal interest 

Representation to the Membership and Community - Board members shall:  

1. 1. be familiar with Peoria Youth Hockey Association Mission and handbook, USA Hockey requirements and regulations  
   2. represents the organization in a positive way  
   3. model positive behaviors during games and otherwise in instances related to Peoria Hockey  
   4. respectfully represent and support board decisions (whether you personally agree) and be able to explain why the board as a whole made the decision it did  
   5. gains an understanding of leagues we participate in