Organisation/Trustees

Teesside Hackspace's ultimate governance lies with the elected Board of Trustees, who are the directors of Teesside Hackspace Ltd. The trustees exist to ensure the long-term health of the space as an organisation.

Although some trustees are also very active members of the community, it isn't the trustees' duty to handle day-to-day running of the space. This is handled by members themselves.

Responsibilities
Trustees are responsible for:


 * Making sure that Teesside Hackspace is operating in accordance with its goals.
 * Making sure that we stay on the right side of the law.
 * Ensuring that the organisation is financially healthy.
 * Setting the constitution and rules of the space, in consultation with the members.
 * Formally warning and banning members in accordance with the Grievance Procedure.

Getting In Touch

 * Most trustees lurk on Slack 24/7, see below for a list of nicks.
 * At least one trustee should be around on Tuesdays during the social night (schedule permitting), just ask around for a trustee.
 * You can email [mailto:trustees@teessidehackspace.org.uk trustees@teessidehackspace.org.uk]

Becoming a Trustee
Elections for trustees are held yearly. One third of the board places are up for election by rotation every year. There is no limit on the number of terms a trustee can serve.

Prospective trustees should be:


 * A respected member of the community.
 * A paid-up member of Teesside Hackspace.
 * Able to spend time in the space on at least two days per month.
 * Able to spend at least three hours per month keeping abreast of current issues on email and Slack.
 * Not disqualified from directorship of a UK company.