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ROLE OF AN INDIVIDUAL ERMU COMMISSIONER 1. The authority of an individual Commissioner resides in the ability to vote. Each Commissioner is entitled to cast one vote for every action item unless prohibited by law, ordinance, or policy(for example, conflicts of interest). 2. Make every effort to attend all ERMU Commission and Committee meetings. Review the agenda and supporting materials prior to Commission and Committee meetings. 3. Stay informed about ERMU's mission, services, policies,and programs. Participate in ERMU events, programs, and services as often as possible. Inform others about ERMU and its programs and services. Be stewards for municipal public power and water. 4. Endeavor to keep up-to-date on developments in the industry and provide the benefit of that knowledge and insight in Commission discussions and deliberations. Attend at least one Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association, American Public Power Association, Minnesota Rural Water Association,American Water Works Association, or other industry relevant event annually. 5. Assist the Commission is carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities by reviewing the organization's interim and annual financial statements. 6. Be actively involved in Commission discussions,express one's opinion, and make an effort to see an issue from the perspective of others who may have other views of the issue. 7. Endeavor to make decisions based upon the common interests of all customers rather than the interests of the particular organization or individual customer. Serve the organization as a whole rather than any particular interest group or constituency. 8. Seek feedback from customers regarding ERMU's priorities, activities, programs, and services. 9. Avoid conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality of information when appropriate. 10. Refrain from attempting to direct the activities of staff or making special requests of the staff. Governance Handbook Page 5 Proposed August 2014 54