Leadership

President's Annual Report 2022 -2023

My year in review 2022-2023 as President Elect...


This year has presented me with an unexpected experience. Shadowing Penny and learning more about all things Austin Woman’s Club and Chateau Bellevue has represented a massive undertaking while also providing me with a wonderful experience.


This year I was able to attend all Board meetings and as many other committee meetings as possible. I have listened and watched carefully, and I have observed many things, some that ran smoothly and some not so smoothy. I have experienced the satisfaction of our staff performing flawlessly at times and unfortunately, experienced moments when staff members did not execute their job functions effectively.


When the 2022-2023 AWC year began, I started to formulate some of what my own goals would be when it was my time to step into the President role. As the year has trekked on, that list of goals has grown and shifted significantly. One of those goals included working on “cross pollination” opportunities between other groups within Austin, most notably, female led, like The Junior League of Austin, Women’s Symphony League and other established groups. I would like to collaboratively find ways to make sure the members of those groups are aware of AWC and really get them excited to join the club. Another substantial goal is to drastically increase our presence on social media to attract new demographics of Austin women. At present, my priority, is to work diligently with staff and other members of the Board to get events on our books, so that we may continue to operate, first and foremost. I will need the efforts of the entire club and Board, in order to successfully accomplish these goals, while focusing on our digital media strategy, new memberships and of course, assisting with the current members.

While I know that we have a big year ahead of us, I want to extend my sincerest thanks and gratitude to every single member for your support as I take on this role. You have my unwavering commitment to lead this organization with compassion, kindness and integrity. I adore this building and our membership, and I am so honored that the Board and our members have put their trust in me to lead the Austin Woman’s Club for the next two years.


Have a wonderful summer!


Sara Jane Cantwell, 2022-2023 President Elect

2023 -2024 Board of Directors

Officers


Standing Committees Chairs


Sub-Committees Chairs

Committee Descriptions

  • Advisory

    1. Formulate job descriptions.
    2. Review and revise job descriptions on an annual basis.
    3. Distribute revised job descriptions to all incoming Officers and Chairs, immediately following the general meeting in April.
    4. Provide the incoming Nominating Chair with updated copies of all job descriptions.
    5. During February of each year, shall present to the Board of Directors a list of members who are qualified to serve on the new Nominating Committee
  • Bylaws

    Must have served a minimum of two (2) years on the Board of Directors.

    Shall have a thorough knowledge of the Bylaws and Standing Rules.

    Shall be responsible for implementing all additions and changes to the Bylaws.

  • Communication

    1. Maintains and updates all AWC/Chateau Bellevue websites
    2. Drafts and distributes weekly club eblast newsletters and monthly public newsletters
    3. Designs and distributes all event invitations and publicity via eblasts


  • Finance

    1. Prior to formation of the budget proposal, shall request from Chairs of all committees funded therein an estimate of their anticipated needs for the ensuing fiscal year.
    2. Present a proposed budget for the next year to the Board of Directors and membership at the April general meeting, at the June annual meeting, and in September, if necessary.
    3. Shall meet quarterly, or as needed, for review and budget preparation.
  • Insurance

    1. Chair shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary bonds as determined by the Board of Directors.
    2. Chair serves on the Finance Committee.
  • Membership

    1. Consider proposals for membership and present those approved to the Board of Directors for approval.
    2. Provide to the Membership Treasurer semi-monthly reports, which include names of new, resigned, and deceased members.
  • Program Coordinating

    1) The subject matter for programs shall be:

    • 1st Thursday-Literature
    • 2nd Thursday-Art
    • 3rd Thursday-Music & Performing Arts
    • 4th Thursday-Travel and Lecture
    • 5th Thursday-Special Studies

    2) If a Program Sub-Committee desires to schedule a program on a date that is not during her assigned week, she must have prior approval of the Program Coordinating Committee Chair.



    3) The Club shall not pay speaker or entertainer fees for regular programs. For special functions, required fees shall be covered by the event charge and shall have prior Board approval.



    4)No more than four (4) individual guests who contribute to the program will receive

    complimentary lunches.

  • Strategic and Long Range Planning (SLRP)

    1. Act as intermediary between AWC and the Community Advisory Board (“CAB”) regarding talents
    2. and expertise that the CAB may provide.
    3. Chair shall serve on the Finance Committee.
  • Club Activities/Social

    1. Plan and present social functions and entertainment for the Club.
    2. Submit budgets to the Finance Chair.
    3. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.
  • Corresponding Secretary

    1. Conduct correspondence of the Club as directed by the Board of Directors.
    2. Have custody of all correspondence not otherwise designated.
    3. Report to and work with the Recording Secretary.
  • Fine Arts and Furnishings

    1. Responsible for the décor and furnishings of the Club.
    2. In planning a change of décor or approving acceptance of furnishings the Committee must consult with an approved Interior Designer familiar with Victorian decor.
    3. Donations of fine arts and furnishings must be approved by the Fine Arts and Furnishings Committee and then submitted to the Board of Directors.
    4. Work with House and Building Committees to protect furnishings and maintain functionality of the building.
    5. Report to the Chair of the House or Building Committees or may report directly to the Board of Directors.
  • Fundraising

    1. Plan Fall and Spring fundraisers and other fundraising events with Board approval.
    2. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.
  • Grants

    1. Responsible for building relationships with potential grantors and applying for grants.
    2. Chair serves on the Finance Committee.
    3. Work with all committees, especially the President, and Building, Finance, and Strategic and Long Range Planning Committees.
  • Grounds

    1. Responsible for upkeep of the grounds, planning, execution, and maintenance of the gardens and lawn, and supervision of the landscaping crew.
    2. Report to and work with the Building Chair.
  • Membership Treasurer

    Report to and work with the Treasurer.

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  • Public Relations

    1. Is charged with increasing awareness of the AWC and usage of AWC property.
    2. Report to and work with the Communication Chair.
  • Scholarship

    1. Work with the Austin Community Foundation to find qualified recipients for the Emilie Wheelock Howson Scholarship and the Helen Mohrmann Scholarship.
    2. Report to and work with the Finance Chair.
  • Treasurer Elect

    1. Serve as Treasurer following her term as Treasurer Elect. If the Treasurer is elected to serve a second year, the Treasurer Elect may be elected to serve a second consecutive year, or may end her service at one (1) year.
    2. Report to and work with the Treasurer.
  • Yearbook

    1. Prepare and distribute the annual Yearbook to members.
    2. Report to the Communication Chair.
  • Archives

    Preserve the historical papers of the Austin Woman’s Club

  • Book of Remembrances

    Keep a record of deaths of members and memorials and send letters

    of sympathy to Club members

  • Cashiers

    Receive and record luncheon attendance and payments

  • Courtesy

    Send get well wishes to Club members

  • Education Project

    Make 4th and 7th graders who are taking history aware of the part our

    club has played in Texas history

  • Name Tags

    Keep members’ name tags current, in order and available at meetings

  • Newsletter

    Compile and publish bimonthly newsletter

  • New Member Orientation

    Acquaint new members with the Club’s general rules and opportunities for involvement



  • Reciprocal Relations

    Keep updated list of other clubs with which we have courtesy privileges



  • Docents and Tours

    Act as a guide for tours of the Chateau

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