Meets first Monday, monthly at 5:30 p.m.

Committee Members:

• Lee Balser,  Chair
• Randy Anderson
• Jen Odenweller
• Sherry Williams

The purpose of the Mental Health and Recovery Board’s Governance Committee is to strengthen the Board’s performance and leadership by ensuring effective oversight, strategic direction, and accountability. The Governance Committee plays a crucial role in maintaining the Board’s integrity and upholding its commitment to providing high-quality mental health and addiction services for the community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Board Structure and Composition: The Governance Committee oversees the Board’s structure and composition, ensuring that it is comprised of diverse, skilled, and committed individuals who can effectively contribute to the organization’s mission and goals.
2. Board Policies and Procedures: The Committee is responsible for reviewing, updating, and maintaining the Board’s policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in governance.
3. Board Performance and Evaluation: The Governance Committee regularly assesses the performance of the Board and its members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance the Board’s effectiveness in fulfilling its responsibilities.
4. Succession Planning: The Committee ensures the continuity and stability of leadership by developing and implementing succession plans for key board positions, including the recruitment, orientation, and ongoing development of board members.
5. Strategic Direction: The Governance Committee works closely with the Board to develop and refine the organization’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission, vision, and community needs.
6. Accountability and Transparency: The Committee ensures that the Board operates with the highest level of accountability and transparency, fostering trust and confidence among stakeholders and the communities it serves.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Governance Committee plays a vital role in enhancing the overall effectiveness and impact of the Mental Health and Recovery Board, ensuring that it remains a strong, responsive, and accountable organization dedicated to improving mental health and well-being in the community.

Meets second Monday, monthly at 4:45 p.m.

Committee Members:

• Stacey Baxter, Chair
• Randy Anderson
• John Daugherty
• Rick Lanuzza
• Stephanie Mollica
• John Fisher

The purpose of the Mental Health and Recovery Board’s Finance Committee is to ensure sound financial management, sustainability, and stewardship of the organization’s resources. The Finance Committee plays a critical role in safeguarding the Board’s fiscal health, enabling it to fulfill its mission of providing comprehensive mental health and addiction services to the community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Budget Development and Monitoring: The Finance Committee oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Board’s annual budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and in alignment with the organization’s strategic priorities.
2. Financial Reporting and Analysis: The Committee is responsible for reviewing and analyzing the Board’s financial statements and performance, identifying trends and potential issues, and making recommendations to the Board for corrective action as necessary.
3. Internal Controls and Risk Management: The Finance Committee ensures that the organization has robust internal controls and risk management processes in place to protect its assets and maintain its financial integrity.
4. Compliance and Audits: The Committee oversees the organization’s compliance with relevant financial laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. It also liaises with external auditors, ensuring that the annual audit process is conducted efficiently and effectively.
5. Financial Policies and Procedures: The Finance Committee reviews and updates the organization’s financial policies and procedures, ensuring that they reflect best practices and support the Board’s strategic goals.
6. Resource Development and Sustainability: The Committee works closely with the Board and staff to identify and pursue opportunities for resource development and diversification, supporting the organization’s long-term financial sustainability.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Finance Committee plays an essential role in maintaining the financial stability and effectiveness of the Mental Health and Recovery Board. The Committee’s oversight and guidance ensure that the organization remains a responsible steward of public funds and continues to provide vital mental health and addiction services to the community.

Meets first Wednesday, monthly at 5:00 p.m.

Committee Members

• Connie White, Chair
• Judy Gregg
• Mark VanHoose
• Cindy Webb
• Carol Emery
• Kristina Parsley

The purpose of the Mental Health and Recovery Board’s Program Committee is to ensure the effectiveness and impact of the organization’s programs in addressing mental health and addiction challenges in the community. The Program Committee plays a key role in guiding the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, supporting the Board’s mission to provide comprehensive, high-quality services to those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Development: The Program Committee assists in identifying community needs, setting program priorities, and developing new initiatives that align with the Board’s strategic goals and address gaps in mental health and addiction services.
2. Program Implementation: The Committee works closely with the staff and other stakeholders to ensure that programs are implemented effectively and efficiently, using evidence-based practices, and adhering to the principles of a recovery-oriented system of care.
3. Program Evaluation and Performance Monitoring: The Program Committee is responsible for overseeing the ongoing evaluation of programs and monitoring their performance against established objectives and outcomes. This includes reviewing data, assessing program impact, and identifying areas for improvement.
4. Quality Assurance and Improvement: The Committee ensures that quality assurance and improvement processes are in place to maintain high standards of service delivery, and to support continuous learning and program enhancement.
5. Collaboration and Partnerships: The Program Committee fosters collaboration and partnerships with other community organizations, service providers, and stakeholders to maximize the reach and impact of the Board’s programs and services.
6. Advocacy and Policy Development: The Committee supports the Board’s efforts in advocating for policies and resources that advance mental health and addiction services at the local, state, and national levels.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Program Committee plays a vital role in enhancing the overall effectiveness and impact of the Mental Health and Recovery Board’s programs and services. Through its guidance and oversight, the Committee ensures that the organization continues to meet the evolving needs of the community and delivers high-quality, accessible, and recovery-focused care.

Meets second Monday of the month following Finance Committee at 5:30 p.m.

Committee Members

• Rick Lanuzza, Chair
• Lee Balser
• Stacey Baxter
• Randy Anderson
• Connie White
• Sherry Williams

The purpose of the Mental Health and Recovery Board’s Executive Committee is to provide strategic leadership, decision-making, and guidance to ensure the organization effectively fulfills its mission and vision. Acting as a steering body, the Executive Committee plays a crucial role in setting the direction and overseeing the overall management of the Board, ensuring it remains focused on providing high-quality mental health and addiction services to the community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning and Direction: The Executive Committee leads the development and implementation of the organization’s strategic plan, setting goals and priorities that align with the Board’s mission and vision, and addressing the changing needs of the community.
2. Board Oversight and Decision-Making: The Committee serves as a decision-making body in between regular Board meetings, ensuring timely and effective action on pressing issues and opportunities, and providing guidance to the Board and staff as needed.
3. CEO/Executive Director Supervision: The Executive Committee is responsible for supervising, supporting, and evaluating the performance of the CEO or Executive Director, ensuring they effectively lead the organization and implement the Board’s strategic goals.
4. Board Development and Governance: The Committee supports the development and effectiveness of the Board, including member recruitment, orientation, training, and evaluation, as well as promoting adherence to governance best practices.
5. Organizational Performance and Accountability: The Executive Committee oversees the organization’s performance, ensuring the Board’s strategic goals are being met and maintaining accountability to stakeholders, funding sources, and the community at large.
6. Crisis Management and Risk Mitigation: The Committee is responsible for overseeing the organization’s crisis management and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring that potential threats to the organization’s stability and reputation are effectively addressed.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Executive Committee plays a critical role in guiding the Mental Health and Recovery Board toward its mission and vision. The Committee’s leadership and strategic decision-making ensure that the organization remains agile, responsive, and committed to providing accessible, high-quality mental health and addiction services to the community.