ARCHIVES:

The Archives Commission is charged with storing and safeguarding the business and historical documents of the Association, i.e. the NAVUBPP articles of incorporation and bylaws, voting records, records of agreements with other organizations and individuals, annual reports, etc. The commission will keep correct and complete tax records, financial records and reports, and other informaiton as directed by the Board. 2010 Charge: Continue to update NAVUBPP history.

Chair : Joy Wise
Members :   Mary Meeks ,  Samuel Farrell, II ,  Cris Felty

AWARDS:

The Awards Commission (Ad Hoc) is charged with recommending criteris for NAVUBPP awards; soliciting nominations for the awards; and recommending new ways of recognizing the contributions of individuals who work on behalf of NAVUBPP, VUB, or veterans. Existing NAVUBPP awards include the Eagle, Jon Westby Distinguished Service, VUB Service, and the Data awards. 2010 Charge: Update Eagle Award criteria and plan to update other awards as time allows. Run the 2011 awards nominations.

Chair : Randy Wilson
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CONFERENCE:

The Conference Commission, chaired by the Conference Commission Chairperson, shall coordinate and organize all aspects of the Annual Conference.  This commission shall be assisted by Association members representing the host region.  The Conference Commission shall be responsible for conference activities such as awards, workshops, registration, arrangements for local travel, hotel reservations, and the development and finalization of the Annual Conference agenda. 2010 Charge:   Plan for 2011 conference in Tempe, Arizona; finalize contract for 2012 conference.

Chair : Dinu Skariah
Members :   Robert Mena

DEVELOPMENT:

The Development Commission will research possible funding sources for Association projects and identify funding sources, develop proposals and organize fund-raising efforts. 2010 Charge:

Chair : Dinu Skariah
Members :   Carol Altom ,  Christopher Chalko ,  Brian Jerdan ,  Mary Meeks ,  Marybeth O'Sullivan

EDUCATION:

The Education Commission shall be responsible for research (which includes gathering, studying and summarizing information) concerning all aspects of veterans’ education counseling and related programs.  The chairperson of this commission shall establish liaisons with NAVUBPP members and other institutions, organizations, agencies or individuals involved in educational activities and other services relevant to veterans. 2010 Charge:   Develop curriculum and training for emerging leadership

Chair : Charlotte Windom
Members :   Michelle Smith ,  Sondra Roddy ,  Diane Sandefur ,  Edith Segovia ,  Len Morrison ,  Nani Escudero ,  Chevonne Neal ,  Mattavia Burks

FINANCIAL AFFAIRS:

The Financial Affairs Commission shall develop the proposed annual budget for the Association and submit the proposed budget to the Board for approval.  The Financial Affairs Commission shall also be responsible for establishing and maintaining the Association’s fiscal policies and procedures and for otherwise monitoring all fiscal matters pertinent to the Association’s activities.  The Treasurer shall be a member of this commission.  Three additional members will be nominated for appointment, one by the Treasurer and two by the President.  Such additional members will be confirmed and appointed by the Board. 2010 Charge: Begin updating the Financial Affairs manual; develop the association's 2012 budget.

Chair : Diane Sandefur
Members :   Christopher Chalko ,  Julia O'Dell

LEGISLATIVE:

The Legislative Commission shall be responsible for establishing and maintaining a working relationship with governmental/political offices and staff for the purpose of encouraging legislation on behalf of veterans; provided, however, that the expenses associated with such activities and any other activities that may be considered lobbying shall not exceed 20% of the Association’s total expenditures.  The Legislative Commission shall keep the Board and NAVUBPP members well informed of legislative actions affecting veterans.  The Legislative Commission shall he chaired by the Vice-President. 2010 Charge: Discuss strategies for focused follow-up with legislators who are identified as possible VUB Champions.

Chair : Donald Campbell
Members :   Paul Rease ,  Barry Brodsky ,  Jere Miller

MEMBERSHIP:

The Membership Commission shall initiate and coordinate a four-year membership drive beginning in year one (1) of a grant cycle, maintain membership records and issue membership certificates.  The Membership Commission will prepare, maintain, and distribute the annual membership directory, as well as maintain a current set of members’ address labels ready to ship to other officers or commissions upon request, provide membership information about the Association to new and prospective VUB Projects, encourage all eligible VUB Projects and other persons to join the Association and maintain an up-to-date list of members.  The Membership Commission shall, having coordinated with the Secretary, keep a record of the names and addresses of the institutional members entitled to vote.  The Chairperson of the Membership Commission shall prepare a semiannual list of membership changes (i.e. members that have been added or removed during the period since the prior list was prepared) to be provided to any institutional member upon his or her request. 2010 Charge: Gather updates for 2010 directory; produce hardcopy in May 2010, electronic update in October.

Chair : Jean Brooks
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NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS:

The Nominations and Elections Commission (Chaired by the Parliamentarian) identifies and actively recruits Association members to run for the various NAVUBPP offices.  This commission will send out materials throughout the year to encourage the institutional members to participate in the election process and to notify the institutional members of the availability of particular offices for election at the next Annual Conference.  This commission also seeks nominations for available offices from the institutional members and presents as a slate of candidates for election at the Annual Conference those nominees who have agreed to serve if elected.  The Nominations and Elections Commission will circulate the slate of candidates to the general membership, in conjunction with the notice of the Annual Conference, at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Conference.  The Nominations and Elections Commission will provide absentee ballots to requesting institutional members if requested not less than fourteen (14) days prior to the Annual Conference.  To be counted at the Annual Conference, absentee ballots must be received by the Secretary in advance of the Annual Conference. 2010 Charge:   Develop plans for 20110 elections; establish timelines for nominations that will allow for timely production of ballot; work throughout the year to identify candidates for the 2011 Board of Directors.

Chair : Charlotte Windom
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PUBLIC RELATIONS:

The Public Relations Commission serves the organization by preparing a newsletter to members and by preparing or promotional aids for the organization. 2010 Charge: Consider new ways to get the word out about VUB, NAVUBPP, etc.

Chair : Leroy Chavez
Members :   Nani Escudero ,  David Angle ,  Barbara Kae ,  Curtis Pauley ,  Len Morrison

SCHOLARSHIP:

The scholarship commission is in charge of the oversight of the annual NAVUBPP scholarship competition. This commission shall select NAVUBPP scholarship winners based on established criteria approved by the Board of Directors and the membership of the Association. 2010 Charge: Award 2010 scholarships. Review scholarship application and plan for 2011 scholarship competition.

Chair : Christine Wolf
Members :   Daniel Czech ,  Mattavia Burks ,  Makeba Webb ,  Lisa Schley ,  Len Morrison ,  Annielise Davis

TECHNOLOGY:

The Technology Commission is charged with identifying, evaluating and recommending adoption of technological devices, methodologies, etc.  This commission will maintain the NAVUBPP website and listserv and assure that only members or key affiliates have access. 2010 Charge: Research pros and cons of having a national VUB Facebook page. Implement page by summer.

Chair : Ken Mela
Members :   Alton Clark ,  Randy Wilson ,  Mark Simms ,  Todd Derby ,  Jean Brooks ,  Ferdinand Bezue