Committees

Supporting Marigold's Mission: To ensure advancement of Marigold's mission, these committees review and make recommendations to the board based on research presented by management staff regarding plans for services, technology, governance, programs and advocacy. 

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Executive Committee

In overseeing the general operations of Marigold, the Executive Committee works closely with the CEO to help set the stage for Marigold’s lasting success by ensuring that the organization has the resources it needs to respond to new opportunities, leadership transitions, financial and environmental trends.

John Getz (Chair, Marigold Library Board)
Maxine Booker (Vice Chair, Marigold Library Board)
Nicole Kiefuik (Treasurer)
Melissa Langmaid
Natasha Roberts
Kristen Anderson 
Lillian Morrison 
Margaret Nielsen
Nicholas Wiebe
Christopher Gillespie

Governance Committee

Ensures that governance of Marigold is practical, efficient and functional. Policy for Marigold’s community libraries originates with this Committee.

Kristen Anderson (Chair)
Christopher Gillespie
Eleanor Chinnick
Margaret Nielsen
Melody Christofferson
John Getz (ex officio) 

HR Committee

Defines the HR policies for Marigold headquarters staff and reports to the Executive Committee.

Sandra Murphy (Chair)
Maxine Booker
Teresa Cameron
Kristen Anderson
John Getz (ex officio)

Nominating Committee

Brings forward the names of Marigold Board members willing to stand for Chair and committee positions.

Helen Veno 
Elaine Michaels

Standards & Services Committee

Defines and directs the work of Marigold in the area of programs and services to the member municipalities.

Maxine Booker (Chair)
Elaine Michaels
Lillian Morrison
Natasha Roberts
Melissa Langmaid
Faye McGhee
John Getz (ex officio)