Hi All,Here’s more information from Sheila about the role of your liaison at the Co-op.
Liaison Duties/Mission Statement
Liaisons are an important link between the co-op and CSI Support. They provide the volunteers with the right tools (training, resources and support) to run and maintain their own co-ops. This has allowed for CSI to maintain its vision of providing low-income cooperative housing while allowing seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.
Liaison mission statement: A liaison is responsible to promote the belief in the cooperative principles and to assist in creating a strong community. This is accomplished by providing continuous education to empower all members to participate in the management of their cooperative while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude by using the democratic control system where every member has a vote.
Purpose: Liaisons support, encourage, educate and guide our members in the orderly management of the cooperative community.
Liaison Duties:
• Assist in providing an open and civil environment in the exchange of ideas.
• Know and understand federal, state and local fair housing, HUD and CSI guidelines.
• Educate and participate in the planning and implementation of co-ops and apartment inspections, for long range planning and according to Housing Quality Standards.
• Regularly review, understand and explain co-ops’ monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Create and present educational and workshop material.
• Encourage a team approach to problem solving.
• Serve as adviser at co-op meetings as appropriate (including council, general, leasing and finance meetings).
• Monitor waitlist, occupancy and marketing of each co-op.
• Respond when needed to co-op emergencies.
• Communicate and report overall co-op status to the CSI office.
• Prepare for and follow up on management occupancy reviews and REAC inspections.
• Through innovation and enthusiasm, help the co-op maximize volunteer participation.
• Promote networking within the co-op community.
• Carry out any other duties to help fulfill our statement of purpose and mission.
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