ArtsQuest Board Governance Manual

Term (At-Large Trustees): Trustees are elected for a term of three (3) years; however, a Trustee may initially fill a
one (1) or two (2) year partial term. Under the ArtsQuest by-laws, no trustee may serve for more than three (3)
consecutive three (3) year terms, in addition to any partial term.
Conflict of Interest
ArtsQuest maintains a conflict of interest policy which requires all Trustees, Board members and staff to annually
disclose any conflict of interest. A copy of the policy is available for candidates of the position.
General Liability, Indemnification and Directors & Officers Policy
The by-laws of ArtsQuest provide for indemnification of a Trustee or Officer for expenses incurred with regard to
any legal proceeding with regard to his/her services to the corporation in the capacity of Trustee or Officer.
Trustees and Officers are in a position of fiduciary relationship with the Organization and absent breach of
fiduciary duty, lack of good faith or self-dealing, are not liable to the Organization for their acts. ArtsQuest
maintains General Liability, Indemnification and Directors & Officers Policy Insurance. Candidates and Trustees
may request information on the coverage provisions of the insurance from ArtsQuest’s Director, Office of the
President & CEO.
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