High performance in the selection and pursuit of the goals of the association is achieved by developing a culture of teamwork and trust. Teamwork and trust, in turn, is developed by adhering to the principles of transparency, accountability and integrity.
Transparency examples:
- Major decisions will be discussed fully and openly in meetings whenever practicable.
- Major plans will be made through a documented process.
Accountability examples:
- As a non-profit association we owe our highest duty to the public.
- We exercise that duty by supporting and enhancing the ability of our members to serve the public good with respect to the vision and mission of the association.
- PEMAC welcomes input and questions from members and investigates and responds to them appropriately.
Integrity examples:
- We will be respectful, honest and forthright in our dealings.
- We will be on guard for potential conflicts of interest and manage the affairs of the association to minimize them.
- Decisions taken by majority vote will be respected and upheld by all regardless of how an individual voted.