A2K COMMITTEES
We are a grass-roots organization and our success depends on our volunteers. Our Standing Committees allow us to have many hands and minds contributing to our work and success.
Major Projects & Design Committee - Chair, Julie Hoofnagle
Committee Members are Eric Meyer, Jo Nocera, Elaine Breier, Larry King, Daryl Frahn and Bob Linderman
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Work with the Executive Committee and Board to develop a long-term strategic plan for the corporation
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Identify, execute and oversee A2K design projects
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Prepare cost estimates for Board of Directors approval
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Prepare an annual budget of potential project for the Board of Directors approval
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Prepare graphic materials and presentations outlining major A2K design projects to be presented to the Board of Directors
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Work with the Preservation Awards organizers to assist with the presentation and communication materials
Membership - Chair, Maria Heshmati
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Actively recruit new members
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Arrange A2K Socials twice a year
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Create and publish a Membership Directory online
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Review the member dues structure and recommend changes, if applicable
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Work with the Secretary and Nominating Subcommittee to provide information for each annual election (March) to ensure the elections are completed according to the By-Laws requirement
Other Fundraising - Chair, Kathy Gerson
Committee Member Magdy Abdelhameed
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Identify specific, potential sources of funds
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Prepare a specific fundraising target
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Develop an action plan about who is going to approach what source, how and by when.
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Compile the results of items into a Fundraising Plan that is approved by the Board
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Ensure effective administrative systems to track grants and donations
Business & Community Engagement - Chair, Daryl Frahn
Committee members are John Ashby, Becky Ashby, Mia Stierheim, Earl Wesson, Beth Smith, Tim Dadabo and Laurie Oates
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Liaise with the Indian Rocks Beach City Manager and Staff
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Represent A2K in the Indian Rocks Beach Executive Committee
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Liaise with Pinellas County officials
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Survey and meet with local businesses to seek broader participation. obtain feedback and hear concerns
Public Relations - Chair, Tricia Priest
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Liaise with all media and prepare all publicity releases
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Create an Information Booklet for A2K explaining membership, listing Board Members, our mission statement, standing committees and sample projects
Oktoberfest - Chair, Ed Hoofnagle
See the Oktoberfest website for the full committee
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Direct, organize and execute all aspects of our annual Oktoberfest event
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Oktoberfest is our main fundraiser
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All funds raised go back into the Indian Rocks Beach Community
Local Events Committee - Chairs Peggy Cordle & Debbie Stover
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Recruit leadership and volunteers and solicit participation for all local events such as Service Saturdays, Greenfest, BeachFest, May Mixer, etc.
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Identify new local events and present to the Board of Directors for approval