Code of Ethics for Board Members 

Goal: To establish a set of principles and practices of the Bike Santa Fe Board of Directors that will set parameters and provide guidance and direction for board conduct and decision-making. 

Code: Members of the Board of Directors of Bike Santa Fe are committed to observing and promoting the highest standards of ethical conduct in the performance of their responsibilities on the board of Bike Santa Fe. Board members pledge to accept this code as a minimum guideline for ethical conduct and shall: 

Accountability

• Faithfully abide by the Articles of Incorporation, By-laws and policies of Bike Santa Fe. 

• Exercise reasonable care, good faith, and due diligence in organizational affairs. 

• Fully disclose, at the earliest opportunity, information that may result in a perceived conflict of interest. 

• Fully disclose, at the earliest opportunity, information of fact that would have significance in board decision-making. 

• Remain accountable for prudent fiscal management in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. 

Professional Excellence 

• Maintain a professional level of courtesy, respect, and objectivity in all Bike Santa Fe activities. 

• Strive to uphold those practices and assist other Bike Santa Fe members of the board in upholding the highest standards of conduct.

Personal Gain 

• Exercise the powers invested for the public good.

Equal Opportunity

• Bike Santa Fe does not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, national origin, race, religion, age, political affiliation, economic status, disability, or any other protected class. This pertains to board elections, volunteer opportunities, and community engagement.

Confidential Information 

• Respect the confidentiality of sensitive information known due to board service. 

Collaboration and Cooperation 

• Respect the diversity of opinions as expressed or acted upon by the Bike Santa Fe board, committees and membership, and formally register dissent as appropriate. 

• Promote collaboration, cooperation, and partnership among association members.