West Hudson – Regional Trails Council Agenda
6:30 – 8:30 pm, February 11, 2016
Mahwah, NJ
6:00
Networking
6:30
Open remarks and welcome (Bob Fuller/Sona Mason)
6:35
Open positions for RTC:
 Meeting minutes (filled – thank you Michael Fuhrman)
 Meeting planner/s (locations, food)
6:45
Overview of the structure and purpose of the RTC and its part in the overall organizational structure,
including the process for annual and strategic planning, both of which will occur this year. (Ed
Goodell)
2016 West Hudson region budget request status (Ed/Sona)
7:00
Brief report from each trail and program committee (Chairs, Crew Chiefs, or other representatives).
Max 3 min each – just an overview of key issues, volunteer needs (eg: vacant/open supervisor and
chair positions, maintainer/crew members needed) and projects for 2016 and beyond.
7:45
New VSA Requirements (John Leigh)
Highlights and questions only – please read info on website and have filled out your own forms prior
to the meeting.
8:00
Volunteer Recognition Programs (John Leigh)
Trail Conference and outside agency longevity and hourly contribution recognition awards with a brief
mention of nominated type awards
8:10
Regional volunteer recruitment Ideas
Trails-U, Crew Cards, posters, banners, reaching out to member clubs, blogs, TW articles, tabling
events, TC website volunteer openings
8:20
Planning for next meeting and content (what’s needed beyond 2016)
Frequency of meetings, locations, specific date, time, and location for next meeting.
8:30
Adjourn
1