2012 Committees

STANDING COMMITTEES:

BYLAWS

• Review bylaws and amend as needed.
• Submit approved amendments to National for approval.
• Develop and review periodically Standing Rules, which should be voted on each year
• Chair: Sara Schulenberg 

EDUCATION:

• Inform members of educational opportunities offered by the Local Board, State Associations, NAR Affiliates, and by nearby educational institutions.
• Monitor the WCR Scholarship fund
• Chair: Robin Kuklenski and Cathy Capps 

FINANCE AND BUDGET

• Prepare an annual budget for presentation and approval at the first Governing Board meeting of the year.
• Review budget and actual expenditures with the Treasurer as needed.
• Plan and conduct fund raising programs as needed to enable the Local President to attend National meeting.
• Chair: Rene’ Burchell, Bobbi Bracco, Ruth Darling and Stacey Buettner

AUDIT

• Annual Audit of the books
• Chair: Shirl McKinney

PROGRAMS

• Plan programs hat will increase members productivity and income.
• Plan and develop programs for Chapter meetings consistent with member needs.
• Carry out program plans,  arrange  for speakers, panelist, round table leaders, etc.
• Evaluate programs’ impact and success
• Chair: Robin Kuklenski and Cathy Capps

STRATEGIC PARTNERS

• Promote and maintain a favorable image of Women’s Council of Realtors in the eyes of our various public.
• Prepare and submit media releases to publicize Chapter activities and achievements as required.
• Copy the National WCR office on all newspaper clips mentioning WCR activities
• Notify the National WCR office of any radio or television coverage of a WCR event
• Plan and prepare communications (meeting noticed, newsletter) for the membership..
• Coordinate a photographic record of Chapter activities for Chapter Excellence Award submissions, history and publicity
• Chair: Rob Gerwer and Tristan Sherrill

WAYS AND MEANS

• Winter Fundraiser: Mardi Gras Karaoke
• Spring Fundraiser: Easter Basket Auction
• Fall Fundraiser:  WCR Rush Greek Night
• Holiday Auction:  Tree and Wreath Auction
• Chair: Michelle Sherrill and Chellie Feathers 

SPECIAL COMMITTEES

CIVICS

• Chair: Mary Nelson

DOOR PRIZES

• Co-Chairs: Shirl McKinney and Dave Goff

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE

• Welcome newcomers to Chapter meetings and introduce them to the members.
• Encourage unity and friendship within the Chapter.
• Communicate on behalf of the Chapter with members who are ill or bereaved.
• Chair:  Linda Chase

MEMBERSHIP

• Recruit new member by planning a Chapter Membership program or drive that encourages and challenges members to recruit new members.
• Plan for recognition of new members at Chapter Meetings.
• Retain existing membership and re-recruit “dropped” members.
• Notify the National WCR office, state and local officers to changes of status or address of members.
• Before distributing membership applications to prospective members complete the dues amounts on each application and the name of the Chapter the individual is joining. These steps will ensure a speedier and more accurate processing by the National WCR office.
• Also, remember to pre-qualify candidates for National Affiliate membership by making sure your Chapter is under the 30% limit and the individual holds membership in your Local Board of Realtors.
• Chair: Stacey Buettner and Shadan Buckalew

NOMINATING CHAIR

• Chair: Rene’ Burchell 

PARLIMENTARIAN

• Chair:  Linda Chase

RESERVATION COMMITTEE

• Records reservations for Chapter meetings and reports as required.
• Maintains attendance records
• Chair: Johnny Gordon and Corey Allen

SCHOLARSHIPS

• Chair:  Sally Bartz

PHOTOGRAPHER

• Chair: Rene’ Burchell

NEWSLETTER

• Compile and publish a monthly Chapter newsletter
• Chair:  Rene’ Burchell

TECHNOLOGY, WEBSITE, COMMUNICATIONS AND EMAIL

• Volunteer Opportunities

  There are a lot of volunteer opportunities for Realtor(R) Members and Affiliate Members. Contact one of our officers for more information about how you can be involved in one or more events!

• Hosting and Partnerships

  Do you own or operate a facility that WCR and its members might find of interest? Consider hosting us at your location. We offer our membership 3-4 Membership Orientation Mixers each year. Contact our VP of Membership for more information.

• Promote YOUR COMPANY All Year!

  We would love to have you as one of our Strategic Partners. Becoming one of our strategic partners can give you and your company an opportunity to get exposure all year with WCR. We have a variety of levels. There is one to fit every budget. Contact our Strategic Partner Chairs for more information.