Deborah Hughes
Board Chair
Governance structures are part of every Girl Scout Council and are defined in the council bylaws.
Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore's governing body is its board of directors. Under the leadership of the Chair, the board maintains the integrity and the purpose of Girl Scouting within our council’s jurisdiction.
The board's responsibilities include: influence policy regarding the council goals, issues affecting girls, and issues affecting the business of the organization, as well as strategic planning, financial oversight, and fund development.
Interested in joining Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore's Board of Directors? Learn more about what being a board member entails in our Board Position Description.
Email governance@gsmists.org to start the application process today!
Voting Members of the
Corporation (Council)
are convened at the
council's Annual Meeting and special meetings of the corporation to
elect the board of directors and board development committee, and
National Council delegates/alternates as appropriate, in addition to
approving council bylaws. Voting members of the corporation include
the board of directors, the board development committee, and the
delegate body.
The Delegate Body consists of members age 14 and above and adult volunteers elected in their Service Units.
Delegate Manual
Delegate Position Description
2020 Delegate Training Webinar
The 55th National Council Session - 2020
At the 55th National Council Session in October, six proposals will be considered. GSMISTS will be hosting virtual feedback sessions with all GSMISTS delegates. These sessions will provide council delegates and alternates with the opportunity to share their comments and opinions on the National Council (NC) proposals with our NC delegates. To learn more, please check out the National Council Proposals.
Resources
Financial Documents
Annual Reports