Committees

 

 

Cultural and Educational Committee:

Shall promote Italian culture, Language, and heritage through the planning of various cultural events, lectures, exhibits , and other presentations in accordance with the state of purpose as approved by the Board of Officers. All suggested dates for cultural events must first be coordinated with the Corresponding Secretary, who maintains a calendar of Westlake events, before review and approved by the Board. At the end of the term, the chairperson will transfer all pertinent records to the successor.

Entertainment and Social Committee:
Carol Sevillo
Shall plan and organize all social and special events, to include such activities as the spring dinner dance, club picnic, Christmas party, and other events as approved by the Board of Officers. All suggested dates for enterainment and social events must first be coordinated with the Corresponding Secretary, who maintains a calendar of Westlake events, before review and approval by the Board. At the end of the term, the chairperson will transfer all pertinent records to the successor.

Membership Committee:
Terry Proetto
Shall maintain and update all membership records, verify membership at General Meetings and special events, and provide the Board of Officers and Committee Chairperson with pertinent statistical information regarding club membership. The Chairperson shall update the club’s web site with current news and activities, as directed by the Board of Officers. The Membership Chairperson will coordinate with the Publicity Chairperson and the Block Captains in the distribution of monthly fliers to the membership. At the end of the term, the chairperson will transfer all pertinent records to the successor.

Publicity Committee:

Shall promote and publicize club activities and special events by writing articles of interest in the Westlake Journal for the Italian American Cultural Club column. Draft article shall be submitted for review at the Board of Officers Meeting two months prior to the next General Meeting or event. When feasible, pictures of club activities should be submitted for publication in the Westlake Journal

Refreshments and Hospitality Committee:
Valerie Aperawic and Diane Clemente
Shall be responsible for planning and providing refreshments at General Meeting of the club as approved by the Board of officers. At the end of the term, the chairperson will transfer all pertinent records to the successor.

Sunshine and Memorial Committee:
Gilda Gough
Shall keep the Board of Officers and the membership informed of the health and welfare of all club members to include illness, deaths, and special needs of members as well as significant dates such as birthdays, anniversaries etc. When appropriate, suitable cards, messages, or other forms of expression should be forwarded to the member or his/her family conveying sentiments on behalf of the club. At the end of the term, the chairperson will transfer all pertinent records to the successor.