SWAN Board Self-Evaluation

The SWAN Board self-evaluation questionnaire is intended for the current representatives of the board to assess the effectiveness of its meetings, relationship with the SWAN Executive Director, and the individual representative's responsibilities.

Board meeting effectiveness

Board meetings start on time and end in a timely fashion (3 hours or less) *

Board members follow a well-planned meeting agenda. *

Every board member has an opportunity to be heard. *

The President of the Board is skilled at managing different points of view. *

The President of the Board is effective in delegating responsibility among board members. *

Board Member Responsibilities

There is an effective orientation for new board members.

I have a good record of meeting attendance. *

I read the minutes, reports & other materials in advance of our board meetings. *

I participate fully in discussions and feel free to express my opinions. *

I am familiar with the SWAN’s by-laws. *

I serve on a committee. *

Yes

No

I represent the broad interests of SWAN and all of the membership. *

I am an advocate for resource sharing within SWAN and the larger library community. *

We have a strategic plan that is updated on a regular basis. *

Meeting agendas for the Board and Committees clearly reflect our strategic plan. *

Policies are regularly reviewed and revised as necessary. *

Board relationship with Executive Director

We have a clear understanding of where the Board’s role ends and the Executive Director’s begins. *

There is a good communication between the Board and the Executive Director. *

The Board has discussed and communicated to the Executive Director the kinds of information and level of detail we require. *

There is a formal process for the evaluation of the Executive Director. *

The Board trusts the judgement of the Executive Director. *

The Board does not give direction to the staff or set priorities, management of SWAN is the responsibility of the Executive Director. *

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