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Committees of the Arizona Women's Golf Association
In order to keep our Association strong and continue to fulfill our purpose, it is imperative that we maintain an active and supportive committee structure to ensure that all aspects of our purpose are given proper priority and adequate attention. Committees are added and disbanded from time to time, as need dictates. It is our desire to give all qualified and interested members the opportunity to contribute to the success and fulfillment of the Association’s mission.
The Communications Committee advises and assists the staff in areas pertaining to the Association web page, newsletter, club directory, as well as individual member and member club communications.
The Course Rating Committee rates Arizona courses for play by women in accordance with the USGA Course Rating System. In addition, they work with the Membership and Sites committees to enhance club participation with AWGA.
The Document Control Committee outlines and manages the operations manual project. This Committee recommends the addition of and drafts new policies and job descriptions. Reviews by-laws and standing rules for consistency and makes recommendations for revisions.
The Education & Training Committee supports the technical education of members, staff, and volunteers by assisting committees with seminars, presentations, testing and new educational program development.
The Executive Committee consists of the President, who chairs the Committee, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and a member At Large of the AWGA. They are elected by the Board of Directors annually to serve a one-year term. All officers may succeed themselves, except the President who is limited to two one-year terms. The purpose of the Executive Committee is to execute all powers and perform all functions of the Board when necessary.
The Finance Committee consists of the Treasurer, who chairs the Committee, the President, Executive Director, and one other member appointed by the Chair. Its purpose is to assist with preparation of the annual budget and recommend fiscal policy to the Board of Directors.
The Financial Advisory is a Sub-Committee of the Finance Committee and consists of persons with professional expertise in the field of finance. Its purpose is to review the investment and cash flow management strategies of the association and make recommendations to the Finance Committee for maximum effective management of Association Funds.
The Handicap Committee oversees the operation of the Association’s Handicap service, ensuring that it is operated in full compliance with the requirements of the USGA Handicap System.
The History Committee maintains a complete history of the structure and activities of the Association. They represent the AWGA on the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame Committee for annual inductees.
The Membership Committee assists clubs with membership growth, seek new member clubs and assists with their development. In addition, this committee increases awareness of the Arizona Women’s Golf Association among Arizona Golfers.
The Nominating Committee evaluates and recommends policy regarding junior members, junior golf fundraising, sponsorships, and conducts support projects.
The Rules Committee members volunteer to serves as Rules Officials at AWGA tournaments, present Rules of Golf workshops, and serve as Rules Officials at other outside tournaments on behalf of the Association.
The Sites Committee selects and negotiates for sites and dates for AWGA tournaments and other events.
The Tournament Committee conducts State Championships, Association tournaments and other special tournaments. It is charged with presenting tournament administration workshops, and offering advice and/or assistance with USGA, district, and member clubs tournaments.
The Volunteer Development Committee develops tools and procedures for recruiting, training, utilizing, acknowledging, and retiring the Arizona Women’s Golf Association’s volunteers.
