Council Service Center along with the Lodge Advisor. He also maintains adequate financial records for the year.

LODGE ADVISER

Annually appointed to this position by the Council Scout Executive traditionally not serving longer than a three year term.

Attends all lodge meetings, ceremonials, and activities. (Acts more as an observer and guide than an active participant.) Attends Executive Committee Meetings and meetings of other committees when necessary.

Serves as a consultant for the Lodge Chief and other key officers. Advises them in the formulation of plans for lodge projects and activities.

Develops desirable qualities of leadership among officers, committee chairmen, and other youth leaders.

Provides a valuable carry over from one lodge administration to the next one each year.

Guides in the development of effective lodge rules for lodge operation.

Maintains a high tone at lodge affairs and a healthy spirit among members, especially at Ordeals and Ceremonials.

Keeps close tabs on new Order of the Arrow policies and procedures, incorporating them into the operation of the lodge.

Promotes attendance and participation at sectional and national meetings serving, whenever possible, as delegation leader for these affairs.

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