Question: PTO VP has tax liens

Our Board recently discovered that the VP currently has tax liens for both federal and state tax problems. She has no interest in stepping down for any reason. Apparently she has chosen to only run for VP because she isn't involved in financial transactions. But per our Bylaws, she would take on the duties of the President in her absence. Is it appropriate for this person to hold VP office? Our Bylaws do not speak to this issue (just say she must be "a member in good standing.")

Asked by Anonymous

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Advice from PTO Today

Craig writes:
There's probably nothing you can do about it. I'm not sure you should try, anyway, unless you know more details that you're not sharing here. There are lots of legitimate reasons that people have financial problems -- medical bills from a major illness in the family, for instance. If there's no crime involved, I don't see a strong reason this person can't serve as vice president. Since you're concerned and she seems to be acknowledging the issue, you might discuss with her now the idea that you won't add her as a signer on the checking account if she does happen to become president.