The Troop Committee is composed of parents whose sons are active members of the Troop, plus other interested adults. Members of the Committee help with boards of review and special events, act as merit badge counselors, and provide guidance and supervision of Troop operations. A list of the various Troop Sub-Committees is shown below. The Troop Committee meets on the Monday evening following a campout, or on a schedule determined by the Committee Chairman.
The Committee contacts parents of new members about joining. Our Troop cannot function properly, and we cannot provide a quality program, without the active assistance of our parents. If a parent feels he/she cannot become a Committee member, he/she may still be called on to provide transportation and possibly some other forms of assistance.
The Finance Committee administers and operates the fiscal program for the Scout Troop. They assist the Treasurer in establishing the annual Troop Budget and securing the funds necessary for operation of the Scout Troop. In addition to helping develop and oversee fundraising activities by parents and Scouts, they also coordinate liaison with Great Plains District “Friends of Scouting” program. The Troop Treasurer oversees the Finance Committee.
In addition to the above committees, the Troop Committee may appoint adult volunteers for the following positions:
Webelos Coordinator. The Webelos Coordinator coordinates visits by Webelos groups to Troop meetings and outings. If necessary, they also seek out prospects from local Cub Scout Packs for Troop membership. The Webelos Coordinator also oversees the selection of Scouts as Den Chiefs for local Cub Scout Packs.
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Eagle Coordinator. The Eagle Coordinator assists Life Scouts who are working on their Eagle rank. He advises Scouts in the selection and planning of an Eagle project and reviews the written materials for the Eagle project to ensure they meet Troop and District standards. He works with the Scout to ensure all Merit Badges and other requirements are complete. He works with the Scoutmaster to schedule the District representative to approve the project and sit on the Board of Review.
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Advancement Chairperson. The Advancement Chairperson works with the Assistant Scoutmasters to ensure that all requirements are properly signed off. He recruits eligible adults to sit on the Boards of Review.
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Troop Quartermaster. The Troop Quartermaster works with the Scout Quartermaster in procuring and maintaining Troop-owned camping gear. They also oversee the maintenance of the Troop Trailer and other items used in Troop Activities.
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Scoutmaster Conference Coordinator. The Scoutmaster Conference Coordinator schedules Conferences with the Scoutmaster for Scouts attaining the rank of Star, Life and Eagle.
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Board of Review Coordinator. The Board of Review Coordinator schedules Boards of Review.
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Other adult volunteer opportunities are available through the Committee Chairperson.
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