The Board uses an organizational model called Policy Governance, which is a system that helps ensure that our Board and our staff are clear about who does what and why. Using this model maximizes the Board’s responsibility to our congregation members, and improves the ability of staff to support our congregation’s mission. Policy Governance promotes ideas such as accountability, transparency, effectiveness and efficiency.
Guided by established Roles and Expectations, the nine members of our Board serve staggered, three-year terms and meet monthly to review staff reports and discuss initiatives that help us carry out the goals of our congregation’s Mission.
Board work is also carried out by several Committees of the Board. Most teams are a collaboration of Board members and other congregations members.
Board meetings are open to all. They are held the third Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
The agenda and archived minutes are published here ahead of each meeting. Other supporting documents are available on Realm.
We welcome your participation or input about our Board’s work! You may contact the current Board president at BoardofTrustees@ucdsm.org.
Next Board Meeting
The Board meets regularly on the third Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. CT.
2023–2024 Board Members
Kevin Boeckholt
Term ends 2025
President
Kevin (he/him/his)
I grew up in First Unitarian, although I have just recently become a member. I currently co-lead our high school youth program, YRUU. I attended Iowa State University and studied economics and accounting. While in college I served on the board and finance committee at United Way of Story County. After graduation I moved back to Des Moines and earned my CPA license.
Board Committee Assignments: Financial Oversight
Jeremy Guenther
Term ends 2024