4.1.5 Committees
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This article is from the Table Tennis (Ping Pong) FAQ, by ttennis@bu.edu with numerous contributions by others.
4.1.5 Committees
It isn't vital that the club's committees be established at the election
meeting, but the president should be giving consideration to who will be
appointed as committee chairmen. The committees should then be appointed
as soon as it is practical to do so. To some people, committees are a
necessary evil. However, working on a committee can be a rewarding
experience for both the individual and the club. Committees can do the
bulk of the club's work and provide a larger number of members with the
opportunity to take part in the club's operation. Members will develop a
feeling of worth and satisfaction, thereby becoming more active and the
potential leaders of the club.
Basically, there are two categories of committees: standing and special.
Standing committees are set up to handle a specific part of the club's
regular work. They have a limited term (usually the same as the officers)
and a well-defined area of responsibility. They must report regularly to
the president on their activity. For those situations that aren't covered
by a standing committee (such as a fund-raising project or a special
tournament), the president may appoint a special committee. Its term of
existence will be until the completion of the assigned work.
Standing committees appropriate for a table tennis club are:
Equipment Committee
Maintains equipment and playing site
Recommends repairs and new purchases
Tournament Committee
Conducts matters pertaining to leagues and tournaments sponsored by the
club
Maintains the club ladder, team match records, etc.
Membership Committee
Develops membership materials (i.e., fact sheet, membership certificates,
etc.)
Acts as a welcoming committee for new members
Activities Committee
Conducts matters incident to intra-club activities
Arranges for club banquets, picnics, etc.
Publicity Committee
Works with the other committees in developing press releases
Responsible for the writing and dissemination of press releases, posters,
etc
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