What expansion is proposed for the Regional Treasurer position to strengthen financial transparency and trust within ASHRAE?

• A. Regional Treasurers will attend Annual Meetings to receive training under the Society Treasurer.
• B. Regional Treasurers will be responsible for regional budgets only.
• C. Regional Treasurers will replace Chapter Treasurers in all chapters.
• D. Regional Treasurers will have no role in training.

Answer: (A)

Strengthening financial transparency and trust relies on consistent governance and ongoing guidance for those handling funds. Having Regional Treasurers attend Annual Meetings to receive training under the Society Treasurer ensures regional practices align with the Society’s standards, policies, and audit processes. This central, formal training creates a common understanding of budgeting, reporting, and internal controls, making it easier to verify financial activities across chapters and regions and building accountability by linking regional leadership to the Society’s financial stewardship. Restricting their role to regional budgets, replacing Chapter Treasurers, or removing training would not provide the same comprehensive oversight and uniformity necessary to boost transparency and trust.