Governance & Organization
Democracy is one of our primary values. Each Unitarian Universalist congregation is autonomous in its own governance and may choose its own structure. At Horizon, we use a governance-by-policy model.
Board of Trustees
Members of the congregation elect a board of seven trustees, including a President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. Each position is for a two-year term. This board sets policies and guides the vision of Horizon. Leadership News from your board.
Policies of Horizon’s Board of Trustees
Governance Task Force
The Governance Taskforce is an ad hoc advisory committee appointed by Horizon’s Board of Trustees. This committee holds the responsibility of researching and advising the Board on the governance structure of the church, communication between constituent groups, and review of the church’s bylaws. The committee is accountable to the Board, with the Board retaining the authority to make decisions regarding governance.
Operations Staff
The day-to-day operations of Horizon are managed by paid staff and non-paid members. Rev. Chris Rothbauer, who is our full-time paid minister, is the chief of staff.
Office personnel includes an administrator and bookkeeper. Worship personnel includes a music director and piano accompanist. Educational personnel includes a Director of Lifespan Religious Education and childcare professionals.
Many activities and groups at Horizons are led by volunteers. The Growth and Learning Circle is overseen by the Director of Lifespan Religious Education. The Worship Circle is led by the minister.