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Become a First Credit Union Board Member

One of the most important differences between credit unions and other financial institutions is our volunteer board of directors. All directors are members who volunteer their time and expertise to serve. Members vote to elect the credit union board.

Board members attend monthly meetings, special committee meetings and strategic planning sessions throughout the year. They are also expected to keep up with current issues in our industry by attending seminars and continuing their credit union education.

To be considered for nomination, candidates must:

•	Be an active member in good standing and at least 21 years of age.
•	Be a primary member (not a joint account holder) of First Credit Union for at least one year.
•	Have an excellent credit standing and no criminal convictions.
•	Have knowledge, experience and interest in financial operations.
•	Have the ability to act confidentially, independently and objectively regardless of personal situations or relationships with other members, directors or staff.
•	Not be related, by blood or marriage, to any current or former credit union employees, directors or committee members.

How are Candidates Selected?

Members who would like to be considered for nomination can request an application by calling Ashley DeStefano at (480)786-2484 or toll free out side of the Phoenix area at (800)732-6986. Return the application and your resume by the deadline, December 12, 2008.

The Governance Committee (an appointed committee) will review applicants’ qualifications and nominate candidates. A list of nominated candidates with biographical information will be published in the newsletter included with your 2008 year-end statement. If more than one candidate is nominated to fill a board vacancy, voting will take place by ballot in February 2009.

Did You Know

•	You may be eligible to take advantage of First Credit Union's low-cost, convenient financial services and not even realize it! Because of our wide field of membership, there are many ways individuals may qualify for membership. Am I Eligible?.
•	Your company may be a member. You may browse through First Credit Union Business List. This list includes “Select Groups” that offer membership for First Credit Union.
•	Once you become a member, you remain a member for life, as long as you maintain at least a $5 balance in your share savings account.
•	Since you are a member, your relatives, co-workers, and friends are also eligible to join First Credit Union.
•	You can also print valuable coupons as a new member to be used within 90 days of membership.

Add a New Account

If you currently have a First Credit Union account and would like to add an additional account please do the following:

•	Choose what type of account fits your financial needs, see First Credit Union accounts or investment accounts.
•	Complete an online application or a printed "New Account Request" application. Once you have completed your application, take or mail it to the nearest First Credit Union branch.
•	Include a minimum deposit of $5. Provide a copy of your driver's license and a secondary form of identification.