FITNESS CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHARTER
GOLDEN RAIN FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ORGANIZATION AND MEMBERSHIP

The Committee shall consist of eight (8) members, seven (7) non-GRF Board voting members, and a GRF Board member, all nominated by the GRF President and approved by the GRF Board. The GRF Board member shall be an ex-officio member, without vote. Applicants for vacant positions on the Committee shall submit applications to the GRF Assistant Secretary and be interviewed by the GRF President, GRF Liaison and the Committee Chairperson. If the Chairperson or other officer is an applicant, a non-applicant Committee officer or member shall be the third interviewer.

The GRF President shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson, to serve a one-year term, effective July 1 of the appointment year. The non-GRF Board members should be regular users of the Fitness Center and to the extent possible, be representative of the various areas of interest and usage of the Fitness Center.

The non-GRF Board Committee members shall be appointed to staggered three-year terms, two each year and three in the third year. Terms shall begin July 1 of their appointment year. Should a vacancy occur among the non-GRF Board Committee members, the replacement shall serve out the term of the vacating member. There is no specified limit to the number of terms served by members or officers.

The frequency, dates, times and location of the Committee meetings shall be established by the Committee Chairperson.

The Committee shall annually elect its own Vice-Chairman, and any other officers necessary. The Committee shall appoint subcommittees, as necessary.

The Committee shall follow Policy 201.4 Regarding Open Committee Meetings, and provide a Resident’s Forum in which Residents may address concerns to the Committee.

Robert’s Rules of Order shall govern all Committee proceedings.

PURPOSES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluate the size and layout of the Fitness Center to provide a safe and enjoyable environment in view of current and projected usage.
2. Assure a broad mix of programs, services and equipment to meet the various needs and lifestyles of the range of users, including helping to promote health and fitness.
3. Monitor guest and caregiver usage and policies.
4. Assist Rossmoor clubs and organizations in establishing and utilizing Fitness Center programs, services and equipment.
5. Publicize the Fitness Center Programs, Services and Equipment.
6. Evaluate annual budgets including revenue generating proposals.
7. Review Rules and Guidelines annually.
8. Address user concerns about the Fitness Center.
9. The Committee shall provide statistics to the GRF Board on a regular basis documenting the number of resident visits to or uses of their facilities, and if appropriate any revenue received relative to such visits or uses.

ADOPTED BY THE GOLDEN RAIN FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS ON DECEMBER 6, 2012.

If you would like to contact the Fitness Committee, please email them at: FCAC@rossmoor.com

Fitness Advisory Committee Roster:

Catherine S. Herdering, Chair

James V. Grizzell, Vice Chair

Janet Corda, Secretary

Harriet Crosby

Alice King

Virginia Lee Rapp

Robert Remington

Sue Dimaggio, Ex-Officio