In the course of our travels and interaction with GWRRA Members, especially Officers, there seems to be a recurring theme we hear and see from some in leadership positions within GWRRA.  The question usually comes up when there is an issue, and it seems someone has decided to act or react a certain way.  The questions are usually centered around the issue of authority.  Where (or when) does a Chapter Director have the authority to decide what a Member should or should not do?  Where does a Region Director have the authority to decide the outcome of an issue within a Chapter?  Who has the authority to tell anyone anything to do?

The Officer Guide Book under the “Especially for the Chapter Director” section is unique in many ways.  It describes how a Chapter Director should function and work with their Chapter.  But nowhere in that entire section is the word “authority” ever used.  Imagine that, the word “authority” is never mentioned.  However, the word “responsibility” is used often.  You may say, “What’s the difference?”  Let’s examine both. [MORE]