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Managing DirectorTravis Oliver
For over a decade, Travis has been the embodiment of our organization, dedicating himself to our members and our mission. A proud Philly native, he is deeply passionate about the history of our city and works tirelessly to uphold its quality of life. His warm and approachable nature makes him a favorite among our team. Travis is the face and voice of our organization, a role we couldn't operate without. And here's an interesting fact about him: Despite being a Philadelphia sports fan, he's a loyal Dallas Cowboys supporter, a quirk we all appreciate. |
Communications Committee
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Richard Vaughn
Chair Members Nancy Colman Michele Ettinger Barbara Halpern Jennifer Breslow Travis Oliver Bob Vogel Marc Werlinsky |
MISSION:
Publish CCRA This Week, a bi-weekly newspaper focusing on local issues and events. Publish Events & Happenings, a bi-weekly listing of local goings-on around town. Publish the Center City Quarterly, a quarterly magazine focused on issues both historic and current of interest to Center City West and beyond. Create, post and maintain CCRA Social Media content. GOALS: Attract writers to both expand and continue the mission. Appeal to more diverse groups. Attract and retain advertisers. |
Development Committee
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Kate Federico
Co-Chair Joel Frisch Co-Chair Michele Ettinger Caren Moskovitz Travis Oliver Susan Wickware |
Serving as the fund raising arm in support of the CCRA Mission Statement. The Development Committee will increase historical awareness as we encourage broad resident involvement and financial support toward a diverse, financially sound, and desirable future community.
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Executive Committee
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Nathaniel Margolies
President Gina Shapiro Executive Vice President Michele Ettinger Caren Moskowitz Harvey Ostroff Benjamin Zuckerman Vice Presidents Susan Kahn Peter Eckstein Secretary Assistant Secretary Rick Speizman Bob Vogel Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Travis Oliver Managing Director |
The Executive Committee shall consist of the President, the Executive Vice President, the four Vice Presidents, the Secretary, the Treasurer, and one member of the Board who shall not be an officer and shall be selected annually by the President with the approval of the Board. The Executive Committee shall have full power to act on behalf of the corporation in all matters requiring attention between meetings of the Board. Whenever possible, such action of the Executive Committee should be made subject to ratification by the Board as soon as reasonably practicable. In such case, the Executive Committee shall as soon as reasonably possible notify the Board in writing of its proposed action. If, within two (2) business days of receipt of such notice, five (5) or more non-Executive Committee members of the Board who otherwise would be eligible to vote on the issue provide written notice of their disagreement with the proposed action, the proposed action shall be suspended until considered at the next meeting of the Board where such consideration is feasible. Motions made by the Executive Committee that are binding on the corporation require majority approval of the full Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall meet prior to each regular Board meeting. Additional meetings may be called, at any time, by the President. The minutes of each meeting of the Executive Committee shall be provided to the Board at or before the ensuing Board meeting.
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Finance Committee
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Rick Speizman
Chair Members Bob Vogel Travis Oliver |
The Finance Committee is led by the Treasurer. It’s primary purposes are to help ensure that CCRA is operated in a financially responsible and sustainable manner; that its financial records, reports, and required public filings are accurate, complete, and timely; and that adequate internal controls are in place.
The Committee: * Creates a budget based on the input of the Officers and Directors of CCRA * Keeps the books and records * Prepares internal and external financial reports * Manages the independent accounting firm that reviews CCRA's annual financial statements and prepares its tax and information returns |
Green Committee |
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Susan Kahn
Chair Members Judith Axler Jacob Miller Alex Roederer Mary Lesperance |
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Government Relations
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Gina Shapiro
Co-Chair Matthew Fontana, Esq. Co-Chair |
COMING SOON
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Historic Preservation
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J.M. Duffin
Co-Chair Irena Wight Co-Chair Member Timothy Kerner |
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Membership Committee
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Michele Ettinger
Co-Chair Caren Moskowitz Co-Chair Members Judith Axler Michael Coleman Amy Jared Susan Kahn Travis Oliver Phyllis Rudi Gina Shapiro |
MISSION:
Recognizing the diversity of residents of Center City West and their changing needs, the membership committee seeks to increase the number of members and better the retention rate across all groups by raising awareness of CCRA’s contributions to the community, promoting the value of our services, and by enhancing the benefits of CCRA membership. Goals: - Increase the number of CCRA members - Increase Visibility, Awareness & Engagement of CCRA - Build Community Membership & Partnership Programs - Enhance and further the development of the Stewardship Program |
Nominating Committee
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Jeffrey Braff
Chair Members Michele Ettinger Nathaniel Margolies Irena Wight |
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Streets Committee
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Charles Robin
Chair Members Fred Kroon Harvey Ostroff Ben Weinraub James Harrison Rick Pasquier Charles Brill Judith Axler Pasquale (Pat) DiDonato |
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Zoning Committee
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Veronica Aplenc
Co-Chair Rebecca Frisch Co-Chair Ben Zuckerman Secretary Wade Albert Attorney Members Jacob Cooper Sam Gordon Robert Lane Sylvie Lorente Douglas Mellor Caren Moskowitz Charles Robin Alex Roederer Ben Weinraub Janice Woodcock (back-up chair) |
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Our Sponsors
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