Committees
CBIThe Center for Business Innovation grew out of a three-pronged approach to develop a stronger, sustainable business community: all-encompassing economic development (urban centers, agriculture, tourism, localism, education, housing, traditional commercial development), better business integration, and better advocacy efforts. The steering committee meets monthly. Each quarter, CBI holds an open meeting.
Lucy Joyce Maureen Halahan Valerie Maginsky Gary Schuster Dawn Ansbro Nancy Proyect Sharon Soons
Summer Jubilee EventMeets on an as-needed basis; this committee plans the Citizens Foundation’s annual meeting and end of summer event that has traditionally taken place on the Seligmann property.
Christa Orsino Andrea Nilon Domanie Ragni Danielle Farrell Jacqueline Masterson
FinanceMeets monthly to oversee the finances of the organization and to develop the Foundation’s budget. A subset of the Finance Committee serves as the Foundation’s Audit Committee.
Bob Marchione Rich Capicchioni Justin Rider Michael Mazzuca
InfrastructureMeets monthly; this committee focuses on water, wastewater and transportation infrastructure. Goals include educating the public on the importance of strong infrastructure to maintain good quality of life, advising and educating municipal and county leaders and staff on better infrastructure management.
Dick McGoey Justin Rider Robert Marchione Elaine McClung Tom Olley Lou Ingrassia Joe McKay
SeligmannMeets monthly; committee focus is on arts programming on the Seligmann Center property and furthering the name of Kurt Seligmann as an artist, scholar, and community builder.
Dan Mack Mary Altobelli Kerry Boland Bonnie Croskey Jean Galli Janet Hamill David Horton Garry Schuster Jerome Spector Jonathan Talbot Robert Whitman
Agriculturemeets on an as-needed basis; this committee works to educate the public on the importance of agriculture to our quality of life and economy and to advocate for continued investment and attention in the agricultural business sector.
Greg DeBuck, Chair Blane Allen Will Brown Jeff Crist John Lavelle Amy Noteboom Paul Ruszkiewicz Sharon Soons Marie Ullrich
TransportationMeets monthly, generally the 3rd Friday of each month. This committee focuses on improving transit options throughout the County, expanding surface transportation where appropriate, and developing an overall vision and strategy for transportation options in the region. Ed Garling Glenn Gidaly Susan Hawvermale John Tracy Julie Richmond Hon. Michael Sweeton Stu Turner
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HealthcareMeets monthly; this committee is comprised of people from the health sector and interested citizens to encourage collaboration and communication between healthcare entities and, on occasion, to provide education to the public.
Gaynor Rosenstein Elaine McClung Allison Horan Doreen Keyer Gwen Borsenberger Christine Dorsey Jackie Lawler Joe McPheter Jason Rashford Michael Limperoplus Marcel Martino
DevelopmentMeets monthly to engage new members; retain current members and enhance the membership experience through targeted fundraising efforts and exclusive membership benefits.
Andrea Nilon Lia Fierro Jacqueline Masterson Christa Orsino John Carola Allison Cappella
2019 Ottaway Medal DinnerThe Ottaway Medal, named for Ruth and James Ottaway, Sr., is presented on an annual basis to an individual who has contributed significantly to the quality of life in Orange County. The award ceremony is the largest fundraiser for the Citizens Foundation.
Geoff Bracket Kate Dabroski Maureen Halahan Bob Hatfield Andy Komonchak Marcel Martino Jacqueline Masterson Janette McKay Andrea Nilon Christa Orsino Nancy Proyect Michelle Rider Cathie Hunter Alan Seidman Robin Seidman Tom Sullivan Janet Sullivan
PathwaysMeets bi-monthly; this committee is comprised of trail advocates and representatives of trail organizations. Goals include expansion of the Orange County Heritage Trail, development of trails throughout the region, and increased usage of trails for recreation and transportation.
Burt Thelander Kerron Barnes Stacey Calta Matt Decker Russell Hallock Ashlee Long Valerie Maginsky Sona Mason Andrea Nilon John Strobl Stu Turner Hon. John Vero Michael Ward Joe Wojciehowski Hon. Peter Tuohy
PlacemakingMeets monthly; placemaking is a planning tool where community members are at the core of community growth and development. Our committee works with individuals, community groups, and municipalities, as well as the public to educate on placemaking principles and to implement change. We hold placemaking tours, workshops, training sessions, and an annual conference (with awards).
Matt Milnamow Stu Turner Ross Winglovitz Janette McKay Danielle Farrell Noreen Fennell Deb Garry Christina LaPerle Lou Marquet Megan Tennermann
Quality of LifeMeets on an as-needed basis to develop the Quality of Life Report Card and organize elected officials debates, and other events/initiatives. |