The mission of the MSCR Citizens Advisory Committee is to advocate for MSCR and its programs with the goal of increasing visibility, both internally and externally. The committee supports specific projects that benefit MSCR programs and services. Advisory Committee members serve as community ambassadors and actively promote MSCR public recreation programs and services.
The Advisory Committee engages with MSCR & the community in the following ways:
- Advocacy & Visibility: The MSCR Advisory Committee champions MSCR programs within MMSD and the community, promoting their value and increasing public awareness of MSCR.
- Community Engagement: Committee members actively participate in relevant community spaces (school board meetings, neighborhood meetings, etc.) to build relationships, understand local needs and share information with MSCR Leadership.
- Action & Support: The Committee serves as a working group, undertaking specific projects that benefit and enhance MSCR programs and services.
MSCR Advisory Committee Members
- Jackie Bastyr Cooper
- Jan Ford
- Lindsey Kourafas
- Bessie Splitt
- Blair Mosner Feltham, Board of Education Representative
Members must be residents of MMSD, or employees of agencies that provide recreational or educational services to the residents of MMSD.
MSCR Advisory Committee Member Expectations
The MSCR Advisory Committee meets on a bi-monthly basis (typically the third Wednesday from 6-7:30pm) and committee members should expect to commit an average of 1-2 hours per month. Each committee member should be willing to make the following commitments to the organization:
- Actively engage in advisory committee work in addition to attending bi-monthly meetings. This could include attending school board, city, or community meetings to gather information and represent MSCR, leading or contributing to committee projects, sharing professional expertise, or volunteering at MSCR events.
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of MSCR programs and services.
- Demonstrate a commitment to MSCR’s mission that inclusive and accessible recreation and enrichment opportunities are essential to building a vibrant, strong community.
- Volunteer and serve as an MSCR ambassador during at least one event during the year. Events include outreach fairs, Ride the Drive, Family Fun Nights and other opportunities.
For more information or a new member application, contact MSCR Executive Director, Mary Roth at 608-204-3015 or mcrowley@madison.k12.wi.us or complete this Citizens’ Advisory Committee Application.
