Applications are being accepted for the 2024 UDCA Board of Directors Elections
The UDCA Board is seeking candidates for the term of 2025 through 2027.
One third (5) of the Board members’ terms expire each year. This ensures that stability and consistency on the Board is maintained while assuring the opportunity for inclusion of new members and perspectives.
Eligibility: To be eligible to run and serve on the Board, a resident must be a current paid member of the University District Community Association and remain a paid member throughout the three-year term.
Requirements: Board members attend a monthly meeting and the semi-annual General Membership meetings, vote on issues, attend UDCA-sponsored social functions, serve on at least one committee and report on activities as required, and represent the Board to the community. Board members are also encouraged to submit articles to the newsletter. Service entails approximately 5 hours per month from each Board member.
How to become a candidate: Complete this application form. Mail to UDCA Election Committee, P.O. Box 21483, Detroit, MI 48221 or email to communications@udca.info.
Applications are due September 30, 2024.
The Voting Process: Residents who are paid UDCA members will receive ballots in early October. Ballots must be returned by the due date noted on the ballots. The votes will be tallied and newly elected board members will be notified and announced at the Annual Winter Community meeting in early December.
The purpose of the UDCA Board is to:
- Maintain and support the neighborhood integrity
- Promote active partnership and membership
- Coordinate cultural and family events
- Maintain and enforce zoning ordinances and equitable tax assessments related to the use of property in the District
- Promote and monitor public improvements
- Facilitate regular communications among the members
- Represent the District concerning property taxes, levies, and other property issues
- Represent the District in legislative matters with City & State agencies.
Have Question? Contact any UDCA Board member or Dinah Dittman, 2024 UDCA Election Committee Chair at dinahdittman@outlook.com