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Section 4: Community radionActs as a spokesperson to the community on behalf of the advisory board and the stationBoard SecretarynnnnTypes and distributes the agenda for each board meetingCreates and maintains an organized filing system for financial and programming documentsPrepares and distributes board meeting minutes (a typed report on the agenda, discussions anddecisions reached at each board meeting)Assists the board chairperson with correspondenceBoard TreasurernnnnCreates and monitors the station’s financial records, including operating budgets, daily and monthlytransactionsEnsures that the station observes tax laws and pays licensing feesPrepares and proposes future budgets with help from the station managerSets up a bank account as delegated by the boardBoard MembersnnnnnAttend board meetings on timeProvide feedback and supportPursue, suggest and support fundraising activitiesReview performance of the board and the radio stationEngage in discussions and take commitments to the board and station seriouslyHow the advisory board supports the station managern Nurtures the community’s trust. If the advisory board membership is diverse and accurately reflectsthe community, members of the community will find it easier to believe that the station isworking for them. A foundation of trust makes the station manager’s job easier.nnnAttracts development agencies and donors. Most donors set conditions for funding and careabout how that money will be spent and managed. An advisory board that insists on transparentmanagement of radio station funds and accurate financial reporting signals responsible managementto donors.Acts as a resource. The advisory board can be available as a group of individuals that the stationmanager can call on for varied expertise and knowledge.Mediates and solves conflicts within the station: The advisory board stays away from the dailyoperation of the station, allowing the station manager, staff and volunteers to work with independence.However, at times, if necessary, the board can offer suggestions toward solving conflictsamong management, staff and volunteers.STARTING A LOCAL RADIO STATION: A MANUAL FOR AFGHANISTAN45