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Frequently Asked Questions

How many people serve on the Board of Directors?	How long are the meetings?
Who appoints members of the Board?	What other time obligations are there?
How long are the terms of each appointment?	What expenses will be incurred by Board members?
What are the requirements of the Board positions?	How do I apply for a position on the Board?
How many Board meetings are held each year, and where are they held?	Where can I get more information?

How many people serve on the Board of Directors?
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Up to 18.

Who appoints members of the Board?
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Board members vote on new Board members.

How long are the terms of each appointment?
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Terms are three years, and members may be re-elected by the Board to serve additional one year terms up to an additional three years (maximum years of consecutive service is six years).

What are the requirements of the Board positions?
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Strong commitment to promoting the cause of fairness
Willingness to serve a three-year term.
Membership in the Kentucky Fairness Alliance Friends & Family club (requires a contribution of at least $10.00 per month)
Commitment to help raise $1,200 per year, and recruit one new member per month to the Friends & Family club
Service on at least one committee (Standing committees are Executive, Personnel, Finance, Legislative and Board Development)

How many Board meetings are held each year, and where are they held?
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The Board holds Saturday meetings in spring, fall, and winter in varying locations, plus a weekend retreat during summer.

How long are the meetings?
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Saturday meetings generally run 5 hours, including a break for lunch.

What other time obligations are there?
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Commitment to fundraising
Committee Service

What expenses will be incurred by Board members?
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Cost of travel to meetings

How do I apply for a position on the Board?
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Download and complete the application and submit to us or mail to:

Kentucky Fairness Alliance
P.O. Box 1280
Frankfort, KY 40602

Where can I get more information?
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E-mail questions to us.

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