Thread:Thoughts on the Executive Committee (1)

Hi Leigh,

Your notion that the Executive Committee may lead to an "impenetrable power base" seem somewhat unfounded:


 * First, in terms of the policy - "The Council has the authority to establish and appoint an Executive Committee in accordance with this policy and to determine the general responsibilities and powers of the Executive Committee." - so the powers would be determined by the full Council if Council decides that that the appointment of an Executive Committee is required;
 * In the event that council decides on an Executive committee, clear guidelines are provided on its constitution and operation;
 * It is common practice for large governing bodies (in our case a maximum of 25) to elect a smaller sub-committee to oversee the duties of council on a day-to-day basis, without negating responsibilities of accountability to the body that created it.

If the Executive Committee becomes an "impenetrable power base" it will only be through fault of the WikiEducator Council who determine the authorities of the Executive Committee. Moreover, elected Council members will always have a majority over nominated members on Council.

I don't see how the Executive Committee can become an "impenetrable power base" -- can you explain?

Cheers