Hi cyrisez -- You're definitely correct to be concerned. At the very least, what your describing is not optimal at all, especially when you have volunteers like your treasurer ready to play that role. Solid checks and balances involve good group decision-making and different folks running the checking account and "checking" the checking account. Good luck in your efforts to make change.
Tim
- Rockne
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You are right on point and should be very concerned! I did have a the same issue last year as I was also new to the PTA. Our President has served on the PTA for many, many years. No one will question her actions or motives because they feel she is probably right but that is not always the case!
It should be the Treasurer's responsibility to handle most of the financial affairs for the PTA/PTO. It is also the responsibility of every member on that PTO Board to know what financial decisions and outcomes are on a MONTHLY basis!
My suggestion to you is to have an Executive Board Meeting to address this issue as soon as possible. It may be necessary to bring it to the attention of the Principal or your School District Leader if the situation does not improve or change.
- AGourdine
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