The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access Committee (DEIA) leads the MBA’s work to eliminate institutional barriers and social inequities that keep some older Minnesotans from thriving and to create a state where every older resident feels safe, secure, valued and respected. The DEIA Committee assists the MBA in improving the quality of and access to services for individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. It also makes recommendations on targeting services to ensure that the needs of people who have the greatest social and economic needs are incorporated into AAA plans and the MBA’s strategic plan, legislative priorities, and other initiatives.
All MBA members serve as members of the DEIA Committee. The committee is led by two co-chairs, which are appointed by the MBA board chair. The staff lead for the DEIA is the MBA Native American Elders Coordinator.
The Executive Committee (EXEC) conducts necessary business between Board meetings and may take on other activities as required. It reviews and recommends Board action on administrative budgets. The full Board reviews and ratifies all Executive Committee actions.
The Executive Committee includes the three Board officers and the chairs of each standing committee. The Board Chair presides at Executive Committee meetings and the Secretary takes notes. The Executive Committee meets at the call of the Chair or at the request of a majority of the Board or the Executive Committee. The staff lead for the Executive Committee is the Executive Director.The Governance Committee is responsible for the assessment, education and development of the Board and individual members, the development of priorities for Board composition, the recruitment and orientation of new members, succession planning for Board leadership, the review and updating of framework rules and Board policies, and the performance of such other functions as may be designated by the Board.
Assignment of members is made by the Board Chair, with the input and preference of the member. Committee members serve for a four-year period. The Vice Chair of the MBA serves as the Governance Committee Chair.The Program Operations Committee (POC) is responsible for ensuring that the Board’s plans, policies, and priorities reflect the best interests of all older Minnesotans. It reviews the MBA’s programs, functions, and decisions. The POC reviews and recommends Board action on Area Agency on Aging plans and budgets. It also reviews and recommends action on grants from funds that have been allocated or awarded to the Board. The full Board reviews and ratifies all POC actions.
The Board Chair appoints the members of the Program Operations Committee. There are two Co-Chairs for the POC. Committee members serve for a four-year period. The staff lead for the POC is the MBA Finance Manager.The Public Policy Committee (PPC) carries out the MBA’s role as advisor to the Governor, the Legislature, and State Agencies on issues that affect older Minnesotans and their families. It also performs long-range planning about those issues. The PPC develops strategies to address critical issues that affect older people and works cooperatively with older adult organizations on issues of mutual interest. The PPC also promotes leadership and advocacy in aging, including at the federal level.
The Board Chair appoints the members of the Public Policy Committee. There are two Co-Chairs. Committee members serve for a four-year period. The staff lead for the PPC is the legislative liaison.
