The President will schedule and preside over all MGSC meetings. The President will represent MGSC at all meetings of affiliated organizations, and will report on their decisions and activities. The President may appoint ad hoc committee chair assignments (such as a Nominating Committee), and will monitor to conclusion such assignments in a timely manner. The President will maintain a working relationship with officials and staff of local government  bodies and agencies, such as parks and recreation boards, which may have authority over activities and matters affecting MGSC. The President will attend government and agency meetings to speak on behalf of MGSC, and will monitor and report on their activities and decisions as may be necessary. The President will maintain a working relationship with media reporters and business people to encourage team sponsorship support for MGSC members and activities. The President, in cooperation with the Treasurer, will prepare an annual budget for submission to the BOD for consideration and approval. The DOC, the Volunteer Coordinator and the Picnic Coordinator report to the President. In the absence of one of these roles the President is responsible for these tasks. The President will serve a two-year term and will be elected on an even year.