Committees
The planning and implementation of most PLNA activities is handled by volunteer groups — advisory groups, short-term task forces, and committees. All groups are supported by PLNA staff. Meetings are generally held at the PLNA office and travel expenses are reimbursed. When appropriate, meetings are conducted by conference calls and e-mail.
Committees have ongoing, results-oriented tasks which require meeting at least once a year. The interaction between group members promotes effective planning and evaluation of tasks.
Government Relations Committee
Reviews legislative activities of Pennsylvania's General Assembly; monitors bills affecting the industry and establishes PLNA's position; contacts legislators on relevant issues, and works with the PA Horticultural Trade Alliance to pass legislation improving the industry.
Reviews legislative activities of Pennsylvania's General Assembly; monitors bills affecting the industry and establishes PLNA's position; contacts legislators on relevant issues, and works with the PA Horticultural Trade Alliance to pass legislation improving the industry.
Professional Development Committee
Coordinates and promotes the Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist (PCH) and Landscape Industry Certified Technician (CLT) programs. Develops and implements educational programs for the Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Conference and PANTS. Administers the Awards for Landscape Excellence (ALE).
Coordinates and promotes the Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist (PCH) and Landscape Industry Certified Technician (CLT) programs. Develops and implements educational programs for the Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Conference and PANTS. Administers the Awards for Landscape Excellence (ALE).
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Landscape Industry Certified Technician (CLT) Sub-Committee
Responsible for the oversight, planning and implementation of the Landscape Industry Certified Technician Certification program. -
Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Conference Sub-Committee
Responsible for planning and operating the annual Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Conference. -
Special Awards Selection Sub-Committee
Selects the candidates for the Frederick J. Mummert Distinguished Service Award, Hall of Fame Award, Green Achiever Award and the PLNA Exceptional Leadership Award. The committee includes members of the PLNA Executive Committee, the Chairman of the Awards Committee, and the two immediate past award recipients.
Public Awareness Committee
Develops and implements public awareness campaigns promoting PLNA, its members and the industry.
Membership Committee
Discusses issues that concern membership and develops ideas to enhance the value of PLNA membership.
PANTS Committee
Responsible for planning and operating the Penn Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (PANTS) green industry event.
Finance Committee
Exercises financial oversight of the Association. Responsible for establishing an annual operating budget, monitoring financial status, developing and implementing investment policy, and reviewing and approving the annual audit. The committee includes the current Vice-Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, and four Board Representatives.
Develops and implements public awareness campaigns promoting PLNA, its members and the industry.
Membership Committee
Discusses issues that concern membership and develops ideas to enhance the value of PLNA membership.
PANTS Committee
Responsible for planning and operating the Penn Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (PANTS) green industry event.
Finance Committee
Exercises financial oversight of the Association. Responsible for establishing an annual operating budget, monitoring financial status, developing and implementing investment policy, and reviewing and approving the annual audit. The committee includes the current Vice-Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, and four Board Representatives.
Governance Review Task Force
Reviews governance structure and operation of PLNA to facilitate efficient, streamlined, and cost-effective decision making and implementation. Active every three years, or as needed.
Nominating Committee
Responsible for encouraging and selecting candidates for the Board and for reviewing and recommending changes to the process as needed to enhance the quality and future viability of the Board of Directors. Prepares the election slate for the Board officers. The committee is comprised of the immediate past Board Chair, 3 Committee Representatives, and 2 Board Representatives.
Reviews governance structure and operation of PLNA to facilitate efficient, streamlined, and cost-effective decision making and implementation. Active every three years, or as needed.
Nominating Committee
Responsible for encouraging and selecting candidates for the Board and for reviewing and recommending changes to the process as needed to enhance the quality and future viability of the Board of Directors. Prepares the election slate for the Board officers. The committee is comprised of the immediate past Board Chair, 3 Committee Representatives, and 2 Board Representatives.
