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CONEJO RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS • (Approved December 5, 2019) 1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS VALUES 1.1 We believe that there is no "I" in Board. We work together as a team and respect the roles of the Board, General Manager and District staff. 1.2 We value the reputation of the District and strive to protect it to the benefit of our Mission. 1.3 We value honesty and integrity, showing respect and courtesy to each other, staff and the public. 1.4 We operate in a transparent, straightforward and open-minded manner. 1.5 We value the District's Mission, Vision, Statement of Philosophy, traditions and history. 2. GENERAL 2.1 The Board takes positive action to keep the Conejo Recreation & Park District a progressive, well-managed, innovative District. 2.2 The Board provides leadership and participates in regional, state and national programs and meetings. 2.3 The actions of Directors reflect on the District, thus integrity and honesty are characteristics that all members embrace. 2.4 The Board needs to address and resolve policy issues and set priorities. It is committed to doing this by practicing the building of consensus and orderly implementation. 2.5 The Board looks to constituents, local elected officials and community leaders for independent input and participation to help shape their perspective when appropriate. 2.6 The Board and individual Directors understand and respect the roles of the Board and the professional staff, and work carefully not to dwell on how work gets done, but instead work to clarify the larger picture policy and direction of the District. 2.7 Directors generally express and make their opinions and positions, on matters pending before the Board, known at the public Board meetings. 2.8 Directors think, speak and act independently and carefully clarify whenever their personal views or opinions, whether expressed either verbally or in writing, are not the official position of the District or Board.