NOTE: Please use the following template for policy and guideline creation. Policies are generally firm statements of what must happen in a given circumstance. They require a board vote to be overridden. Guidelines on the other hand reflect more general norms and expectations. A board vote is required before the wording of any policy or guideline is changed.
Board approval dates:
Include here a brief statement about what the policy or guideline refers to, ideally a single sentence.
A fuller description. Why is the policy is needed? What is its likely impact? Which stakeholder groups are affected? How often should it be reviewed?
Any additional supporting material can be included here. May include details of how or when the policy should be implemented, its financial impact, review frequency, etc.