Sieda Community Action Seeking Candidates for Board of Directors

Ottumwa, Iowa December 16, 2016 – Sieda Community Action is seeking candidates to serve as low-income representatives for their board of directors. Sieda’s Board of Directors is the governing body of the nonprofit corporation and is responsible for establishing corporate policy, including matters related to the establishment of the agency goals and objectives, the agency’s program planning, the agency’s budget, and procedures and criteria applicable to its functions. The Board is comprised of 15 to 18 members drawn from seven counties in Sieda’s core service area (Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Van Buren, and Wapello Counties). Sieda seeks candidates for low-income representation from Appanoose and Mahaska Counties. While low-income status is preferred for candidates seeking these positions, it is not a requirement.

Interested parties must complete a board membership questionnaire available online at www.sieda.org or at their local Sieda Community Action Resource Center. The Board Development Committee will place the names of candidates who meet the minimum qualifications on a ballot for their respective county. Sieda clients will then have the opportunity to vote on the nominees for the low-income sector seats. The candidate receiving a majority of votes will be seated by a board vote to the board of directors.

Completed board membership questionnaires should be returned to Sieda Community action by mail at PO Box 658 Ottumwa, Iowa 52501; by electronic mail to bdunn@sieda.org; or in person at their local Sieda Community Action Resource Center. Completed questionnaires must be returned by January 6, 2017. Board member elections will be held January 9 through January 18.

Sieda Community Action, a private organization established in 1965 as a community action agency, works with communities to secure opportunities for people in need through advocacy, counseling, education, partnerships and supportive services. The agency implements a range of services designed to strengthen families, promote child development and help individuals and families with basic needs.

Those interested who would like more information about serving on Sieda’s board of directors can visit www.sieda.org or call 800.622.8340

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