Joy Almond, Main Street Manager 704-984-9420 jalmond@albemarlenc.gov

The Organization Committee keeps our house in order!  Currently it is the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors but we are looking to expand by adding a few key volunteers.  Are you good at coordinating efforts and managing small projects?  We have some options for you.

Purpose of the Organization Committee

The Organization Committee plays a key role in keeping the board, committees, staff, and progress plan in good shape by attracting people and money to the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Planning and conducting the annual training for the Board of Directors
  2. Organizing and conducting the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
  3. Work to building new sources of funding for a portion of the program’s total annual budget
  4. Acquaint new board and committee members with Downtown Albemarle’s goals, activities, policies, and procedures

Current Projects

  1. Establish an annual sponsorship program and cultivate two new corporate sponsors in support of our events and activities.
  2. Integrate a sign-up app to more effectively recruit and develop training to develop our volunteers.
  3. Increase volunteer resources through a recruitment activity or promotional materials.
  4. Establish a small volunteer recognition reward system.
  5. Develop a ‘Friends of Market Station’ committee to assist with planning and utilization of the depot and surrounding facilities.
  6. Investigate other communities’ use of revolving loan programs to stimulate economic growth in downtown and report on best practices.
  7. Develop a series of topics for a community forum.

Committee Members

  • Melanie Holles-Chair
  • Dr. Colleen Keith
  • Jim Senter

 

I want to join!