The troop committee is the troop's board of directors and supports the troop program by doing the following:
� Ensures that quality adult leadership is recruited and trained. In case the Scoutmaster is absent, a qualified assistant Scoutmaster is assigned. If the Scoutmaster is unable to serve a replacement is recruited.
� Ensures oversight of the functions of the Scoutmaster and his or her responsibilities.
� Provides adequate meeting facilities.
� Advises the Scoutmaster on policies relating to Boy Scouting and the chartered organization.
� Supports leaders in carrying out the program.
� Is responsible for finances, adequate funds, and disbursements in line with the approved budget plan.
� Obtains, maintains, and properly cares for troop property.
� Ensures the troop has an outdoor program (minimum 10 days and nights per year).
� Serves on boards of review and courts of honor as needed.
� Supports the Scoutmaster in working with individual boys and problems that may affect the overall troop program.
� Provides for the special needs and assistance some boys may require.
� Helps with the Friends of Scouting campaign.
� Assists the Scoutmaster with handling boy behavioral problems.
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