Communications Committee. Chair: Mary Sarnowski
The Communications Committee edits and publishes quarterly news; maintains a website of RNA and neighborhood news and activities; oversees the Association’s computer listserv; produces the RNA Membership Directory; and coordinates advertising in RNA publications.
Greenspace Conservation Committee. Chair: Steve Arnold
The Greenspace Conservation Committee provides guidance on the use, maintenance, improvement, and creation of parks, playgrounds, greenspaces, and historic open spaces in the neighborhood. We work cooperatively with government agencies and others for the betterment of the neighborhood and the city.
Membership Committee. Chair: Peg Cullen
The Membership Committee helps bring in new members and plans activities to promote continued membership.
We staff membership tables at neighborhood meetings and events and we produce and distribute New Neighbor Welcome Kits as requested.
School Relations Committee. Chair: Marcia Vandercook
The School Relations Committee works with the neighborhood schools’ principals and parent-teacher organizations to find effective ways for neighbors and schools to support each other. Some activities include welcoming new students, encouraging carpooling, and supporting litter prevention campaigns.
Strategic Planning Committee. Chair: George Hall
The Board-appointed Strategic Planning Committee monitors UW and city planning issues that have an impact on the neighborhood. General membership input comes through the standing committees. A Strategic Planning Committee member sits on the Joint West Campus Area Committee (JWCAC).
Streets and Transportation Committee. Chair: Jason Bittner
The Streets and Transportation Committee advocates for safe streets for our residents as we walk, bike, and drive through our neighborhood. We work with city officials and staff on developing equitable and appropriate solutions. We provide leadership and education on neighborhood traffic and parking issues.
Zoning Committee. Chair: Ron Rosner
The Zoning Committee serves as a neighborhood resource on what activities are, and are not, permitted on a property. In addition the Committee monitors maintenance and occupancy of properties for conformity with City ordinances.
Adhoc Committees: University Avenue Corridor Plan and University Relations - Open
