Board Members

The board members are the foundation of the Alliance. Every corner of our community has a place at the table and a voice in how decisions are made.
- Lisa Bruce, VARSA Coordinator
Board Members
As a Board Member, you are ultimately asking one big question; “How can I improve my community for the youth of Vashon?”
Board Members, also referred to as Sector Leaders, are individuals who are connected to their sector/community, have a desire to lead, and have a passion for VARSA's mission. They:
- Have strong and multiple social, demographic, or business connections within their sector, and the ability to develop and maintain rapport with multiple facets of their sector and/or community.
- Represent and accept diversity of beliefs, customs, and practices within their sector.
- Put personal biases or issues aside when necessary to serve the greater good of the community.
- Continually look for ways to reach out and engage their sector in VARSA’s events, programs, and services.
- Participate in sustaining the coalition’s capacity, involvement, and energy.
- Attend coalition sponsored programs, town hall meetings, and community events as much as possible.
- Are willing to take ongoing trainings through VARSA.
- Create clear lines of communication between the sector represented and VARSA.
VARSA asks Sector Leaders to sign an agreement, which states they will:
- Attend a minimum of eight Full Coalition Meetings annually.
- Complete “Coalition Essentials” online training within three months of appointment.
- Cast a single vote in such actions which require a quorum of votes, and abstain from voting on subjects for which they are either inadequately informed or have a conflict of interest.
- Contribute to the strategic planning process.
- Participate in at least one subcommittee.
Please contact our office directly if you would like more information on becoming a sector leader.
Fifteen Sectors
Recovery Community
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Business Community
Lane MacLeod
Civic & Volunteer Groups
Lee Kimsey
Government Agencies
Chief Charlie Krimmert
Healthcare
Dr. Jessica Wesch
Latino Community
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Law Enforcement
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
LGBTQ Community
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Media
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Other Substance Abuse Organizations
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Parents
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Religious & Fraternal Orgs
Pastor Luke Tedder
Schools
Dr. Slade McSheehy
Youth Under 18
Available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position.
Youth Serving Organizations
Scott Rice