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NACDD Board Committees & Focus Groups
The following committees of the board are formally established by the Board of Directors under Article 9 of the bylaws, which states the Board of Directors
shall establish standing, special, or ad
hoc committees (councils, forums, and workgroups) as necessary to accomplish the work of NACDD. Ad hoc committees (i.e. councils, forums, and workgroups)
of NACDD necessary to ful ll the operations of the organization may continue or be formed as needed by the CEO. Each committee shall have a chair, appointed by the President for a speci ed term. Each committee chair shall be responsible for reporting to the Board of Directors on the committee’s work.
Awards Committee
The Awards Committee is responsible for seeking nominations for NACDD award recipients; overseeing the selection process; and announcing the results.
Chair: Judith Gabriele (NM)
Staff Support: John Robitscher and Paige Rohe
Operational Plan:
1. Recruit Members to serve on the committee
2. Place information about nominations and awards on the NACDD website.This will
include award descriptions and nominations process
3. Ensure effective mechanisms for notifying Members that information is on website and
deadlines for nominations
4. Oversee the process of seeking nominations for award recipients
5. Oversee the selection process of NACDD award recipients
6. Develop strategies to improve Member participation in the nominations process and
in elections
7. Establish a simple process for recognizing service by Members rotating off the Board
of Directors
Measure of Success:
a. Committee will be populated
b. Award nominations will be solicited
c. Awards and recognitions will be presented
Other NACDD units to be involved.The Board of Directors will be consulted to ensure appropriate coordination within the association.
Budget: Management support is provided to the Awards Committee through NACDD funding.
“Each time I work with NACDD it is like receiving a shot of adrenaline.You get to surround yourself with others who are passionate and knowledgeable about the work we do
and this makes me want to strive harder for excellence.”
- Jack Miller, MHE, Manager, Idaho Department of Heath and Welfare
