[Adopted 2-14-2006 by Res. No. 2006-14]
Authority Board Members shall be committed to the public and to the Authority. Members shall represent the Authority in the community. Members shall have a duty of loyalty to the organization, its staff and other board members. Members shall practice discretion and accept decisions made on a majority basis promoting board unity and confidence. Members shall have the ability to participate effectively and positively in discussion and the awareness of staff's knowledge. Authority members shall possess honesty and integrity, practice good faith and make time available to conduct Authority business, both during and between monthly meetings. The Authority shall include a Chairperson (appointed in fifth year of service), a Vice Chairperson (appointed in fourth year of service) and three members; all of which may vote on issues and decisions concerning the Authority. Members accomplish their functions through regular meetings and by establishing a committee structure that is appropriate to the size of the organization and the Authority. The Authority recognizes the Township of Delanco's personnel policy as the Authority's personnel policy.
A. 
Assumes responsibility for acting in the best interest of the public.
(1) 
Discloses and avoids conflict of interest.
(2) 
Does not participate in self-dealing.
(3) 
Maintains confidentiality.
(4) 
Shall be fair and impartial.
B. 
Assumes responsibility for making informed decisions in good faith.
(1) 
Acts as a prudent person.
(2) 
Uses a good process for decision-making.
(3) 
Shall be honest.
(4) 
Ensures that adequate records are made of Board actions.
C. 
Assumes responsibility for knowing and adhering to state law and administrative rules.
(1) 
Researches state laws.
(2) 
Researches administrative rules.
D. 
Assumes responsibility for providing governance to the Authority.
(1) 
Annually reviews and approves the Authority's plans for funding its projects.
(2) 
Ascertains that the financial structure of the Authority is adequate for its current needs and its long-range plans.
(3) 
Annually reviews and approves the Authority's budget.
(4) 
Approves major policies.
(5) 
Approves major actions of the Authority, such as capital expenditures and major program and service changes.
(6) 
Assures that management succession is properly being provided.
(7) 
Determines eligibility for and appoints members to subcommittees as needed.
(8) 
Assures that the members are adequately and currently informed of the condition of the Authority and its operations.
(9) 
Assures that published reports properly reflect the operating results and financial condition of the Authority.
(10) 
Ascertains that management has established appropriate policies to define and identify conflicts of interest throughout the Authority, and is diligently administering and enforcing those policies.
(11) 
Appoints auditors, engineers and solicitors subject to approval by members.
E. 
Assumes responsibility for attending and participating in meetings.
(1) 
Attends all regular monthly meetings.
(2) 
Fail to attend four consecutive meetings without good cause, the Authority may request the Township Committee to adopt a resolution to remove this member or ask for the member's resignation.
(3) 
Arrives at or before meeting time and is ready to start on time.
(4) 
Contacts the Chairperson or Secretary when absent or late.
(5) 
Arranges for an appointed member to attend the Beverly Sewerage Authority meeting when absent.
(6) 
Contributes to the discussions, makes suggestions.
F. 
Assumes responsibility for evaluating and determining appropriate compensation and benefits for the employees.
(1) 
Reviews employee's performance.
(2) 
Determines compensation based upon performance review.
G. 
Beverly Sewerage Authority Treatment Plant.
(1) 
Visitation by appointment only; contact the Executive Director or designated authorized personnel.
(2) 
Directs questions to the Executive Director or designated authorized personnel.
A. 
The Chairperson shall be appointed by the Authority.
(1) 
The Authority appoints the Chairperson.
(2) 
The Chairperson position is filled by the member who is in their last year of service and includes five years of continuous service.
B. 
The Chairperson basic duties.
(1) 
Conducts meetings in accordance to Robert's Rules of Order and the Authority bylaws.
(2) 
Performs all duties customary to this office.
(3) 
Supervises the affairs of the Authority in accordance with applicable statutes/ordinances and the policies and directives approved by the Authority.
C. 
The Chairperson serves as Financial Liaison.
(1) 
Approves expenditures against budget.
(2) 
Reviews monthly budget status reports from the Treasurer.
(3) 
Signs vouchers and checks.
A. 
Vice Chairperson shall be appointed by the Authority.
(1) 
The Authority appoints the Vice Chairperson.
(2) 
The position is filled by the member who is in their second to last year of service and includes four years of continuous service.
B. 
Vice Chairperson basic duties.
(1) 
Performs all duties of the Chairperson when the Chair is absent.
(2) 
Assists Chairperson on his/her duties or specified duties.
(3) 
Becomes Chairperson if current Chairperson resigns or is unable to perform his/her duties.
A. 
Appropriate policies and procedures are complied.
B. 
Positive business relations exist with employees, government officials and professionals.
A. 
Education/certification:
(1) 
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
B. 
Required knowledge:
(1) 
Knowledge of related sewage applications.
(2) 
Understanding of government regulations.
(3) 
Understanding of Authority policies and procedures.
C. 
Experience required:
(1) 
Previous related experience preferred but not required.
A. 
None. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
All descriptions of responsibilities, functions and duties in this article are intended to be interpreted as being inclusive of but not necessarily limited to the stated responsibility, function or duty and can be changed with the majority rule of the Authority.