RWBC Committees

Americanism Committee
Eleanor Hughes (Chair)

MISSION:This committee has the responsibility of inspiring respect for the American flag and our country. Activities include teaching rules of flag etiquette, sponsoring patriotic essay contests for schools, and presenting flags to schools and community groups.

Awards Committee
Ronnie Boursalian (Chair)

MISSION:The Awards Committee is responsible for the club's participation in the MFRW awards programs as well as any NFRW programs.

Bylaws Committee
Dee Hodges (Chair) Mary McMillion

MISSION:Club bylaws will be reviewed every 2 years. The committee keeps abreast of changes in state or national bylaws and amends club's bylaws to conform when necessary.

Campaign Committee
Laura Rew (Chair)

MISSION: This committees' goals are to:
1) Elect Republicans at all levels of government.
2) Encourage club members to run for office.
3) Maintain a file listing special talents of club members that are useful to campaigns
4) Work closely with the county central committee to coordinate and not duplicate campaign efforts.

Caring for America Committee
Josephine Gridley (Chair)

MISSION:Institutes community service projects for the club.

Caring for America is based on the belief that problems can be solved more effectively through the generosity and combined energies of individuals, rather than through dependency on government programs.

The Sarah's Hope Day Center for Families Experiencing Homelessness in Essex is a Caring for America project of the RWBC. The RWBC has also started a second service project called Support Our Troops and Veterans.

Comprehensive Advocacy Program (CAP) Alert Committee
(Chair NEEDED)

MISSION:Activates members to respond to legislative action. The Legislative Chair may serve as the CAP Alert Chair or a chair may be appointed with the Legislative Chair.

Fundraising Committee
Carol Randall (Chair)

MISSION: Fundraising beyond membership dues is essential to keep membership costs low and to finance special projects and campaign activities. The Fundraising Chairman must be able to draft budgets, track donations, and plan new programs designed to generate revenue. Each committee member must know why the club is raising money and be able to explain their goals in concise terms to prospective donors. Fundraising methods include donor programs, special events (auctions, raffles, etc.) and annual events. Establish a procedural notebook on sucessful fundraising events.

Historian Committee
Barbara Hornfeck (Chair)

MISSION:Keeps archival records of the club's official activities.

Hospitality Committee
Mary McMillion (Chair)

MISSION: Keeps in touch with members by sending cards (illness, birth, death, operation, etc.) and contacts club members when a fellow member needs assistance.

Legislation and Research Committee
Anne Lee (Chair)

MISSION: Obtains a clear understanding of an issue and the process by which a measure will be implemented, and makes a plan for the most effective use of the club's resources in that process. Communicating with elected representatives and evaluating legislation are at the heart of this committee's work

Library Committee
Cindy Goad and Margot Steel (Co-Chairs)

MISSION:Donates new and used books to school and community libraries.

Membership Committee
Camille Kotchenreuter (Chair), Ann Fabula

MISSION: Sets goals, develops a plan and sells the club to potential new members, while retaining current members.

Nominating Committee
Marty Burns(Chair), Mary McMillion, Laura Rew
This committee meets only during club election years.

MISSION: Three members are selected at the September meeting on election years. This committee is responsible for submitting a slate of at least one candidate for each elected office to be announced at the October meeting. Elections are held at the November meeting. Duties include being familiar with the club bylaws and biographical data of all prospective candidates, and confirming the desire of each potential candidate to run for office.

Parliamentarian
Sue Cavanaugh

MISSION:

Program Committee
(RWBC Board Members Chair this Committee)

MISSION: Surveys the wishes and preferences of club members. Evaluates past programs and repeats successful events. Balances the club's program between educational and social affairs. Avoids over-exposure of any one subject.

Public Relations Committee
Anne Sunderland (Chair)

MISSION: Works to expand the club's influence beyond its own membership. Uses the local media to publicize club activities. Plans news activities around meetings and other official functions. Reports meetings and special projects to the media on a regular basis.

Voter Registration Committee
Anne Sunderland (Chair)

MISSION: Constantly looks for opportunities to register eligible voters in a variety of settings. Informs new Republicans of party activities in which they may participate.

This page was last updated: February 13, 2007