Committees

Committees

REALTORS® and Affiliates volunteer their time to serve on committees and task forces of the Association. Committees and task forces are established to research and formulate policy for the ongoing operations of the Association. Chairs are selected by the President of the Association; committee members are appointed by the committee chairs. Committee Participation Forms are circulated to the membership in late summer for the following year to encourage participation for committee service from members willing to contribute time to their organization.

Finance Committee*
Serves as the fiscal arm of SCCAR by making recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding all financial activities and requests for non-budgeted items. Additionally, the committee reviews the annual operating budget for Board of Director approval. Must be a REALTOR® member in good standing to serve. (Meets every other month)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
Committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion while fostering an environment where all SCCAR members feel welcome, supported, and valued regardless of their background. Through education and awareness, we aim to drive positive change and create a more inclusive Association that reflects and supports the diverse communities we serve.

Education Committee
Researches, plans and presents an annual agenda of industry-related seminars, events and/or workshops to meet the present and future needs of members working within the Association’s Strategic Plan. (Meets monthly)

Events & Community Relations
Plans and promotes a variety of projects and events for SCCAR member participation. Organizes and implements the SCCAR annual golf tournament fundraiser, enabling the Association to make various donations to community organizations. (Meets quarterly)

Grievance Committee*
This is a three (3) year term and requires mandatory training. Review complaints seeking disciplinary action in accordance with the C.A.R. procedures. Only SCCAR REALTORS® member in good standing can volunteer to serve. (Meets as needed)

Local Government Relations (LGR)
LGR focuses on real estate-related issues and concerns affecting the real estate industry. Offers input on legislative matters, environmental and community issues that are of concern to property owners and REALTORS® with primary emphasis on local issues. Develops and maintains close relationships with legislators representing Santa Cruz County through frequent meetings and correspondence. (Meets once a month)

MLS Committee
Works to improve products and services provided by MLS Listings, Inc.

Modern Real Estate PROS (MREP) Committee
MREP’s goal is to provide newer members in the real estate profession a platform to network and build relationships and increase awareness of SCCAR benefits and activities. MREP is a committee intended for REALTOR® members as a way to introduce them to organized real estate through Association involvement. Learn more at www.mrepsc.com.

Professional Standards Committee*
This is a three (3) year term and mandatory training is required. Enforces the REALTOR® Code of Ethics by holding hearings of alleged violations. It is the role of the Professional Standards Committee to serve as panelists at disciplinary and arbitration hearings. Must be a SCCAR REALTOR® and have served on the Grievance Committee (Meets as needed)

SCCAR Housing Foundation
A non-profit organization providing funds to help low income first time home buyers through grants and fundraising events. Term is 3 years. Meets monthly.


* Indicates that you must be a REALTOR® to serve on these committees