All members of the Residents’ Association Committee are expected to abide by the code of conduct below.
- Members should at all times conduct themselves at meetings and in communication on matters to do with the OSC committee in a manner that respects others rights’ and dignity. Any member may be asked to leave the committee for a breach of this condition or for any other conduct contravening the constitution of the OSC Committee. A majority vote of those committee members present is sufficient.
- All committee members are expected to have the best interests of The Old Sheriff Court residents in mind at all times, and as a residents’ representative, bring forward the views of residents in general. I
- In their roles as members of the OSC Residents’ Association Committee, residents must not act in a manner that might bring the Association into disrepute.
- Members are expected to set an appropriate example by maintaining their factoring account in good order.
- All committee members are responsible for understanding and complying with the association’s Information Security and Privacy Policies, and any other processes or policies that may be in force.
- Members should be aware of the confidential and sensitive nature of information that they may be given or may be told to them by other residents.
- Strive to attend all meetings, sending apologies to the secretary for necessary absences.
- Prepare for the meeting by reading the agenda, papers and any emails before the meeting. Talk to the chair before the meeting if you need to clarify anything.
- Arrive on time for meetings, and participate fully in the meeting
- Draw attention to any potential conflicts of interest that may arise in the meeting, including anything that directly relates to their personal circumstances.
- Fulfil any responsibilities assigned to a committee member at the meeting and be prepared to report back on progress at the next meeting.