Committees

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Committee Meetings are held online and are open to the public

BUSINESS OUTREACH WORKGROUP

Build and strengthen relationships with local businesses on behalf of KBOO Community Radio. Members collaborate on identifying outreach opportunities, connecting with businesses through visits, calls, emails, or messages, and tracking progress to support long-term partnerships. Joining this workgroup is a great fit for people who enjoy relationship-building, community networking, and helping sustain community radio through local support.

Meeting: Fourth Monday each month, 5:00 PM

This meeting is hybrid in the station and online via Zoom
Meeting ID: 893 6202 8578 / Passcode: 566083

Contact: board@kboo.org

COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD

The Community Advisory Board is made up of community members who are not otherwise connected to KBOO and provides independent community perspective on the station’s service and impact. This board is required for CPB funding and meets at least once per year to offer feedback and insight. Serving on the Community Advisory Board is a meaningful way to represent community voices, support public media accountability, and help ensure KBOO remains responsive to the needs of the community it serves.

Meeting: TBD
Contact: manager@kboo.org

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Support KBOO’s long-term sustainability by helping shape strategies for fundraising, marketing, and public relations. Committee members collaborate to strengthen community connections, grow financial support, and amplify KBOO’s mission and impact. Joining the Development Committee is a great way to contribute creative ideas, build outreach skills, and help ensure the station thrives for years to come.

Meeting: Third Monday each month, 5:30 PM

This meeting is hybrid in the station and online via Zoom
Meeting ID: 827 9191 4823 / Passcode: 318062
Contact: board@kboo.org

ENGINEERING COMMITTEE 

Support the technical backbone of KBOO by helping maintain, improve, and plan for the station’s broadcast and production infrastructure. Committee members collaborate on identifying technical needs, sharing expertise, and supporting reliable, high-quality community radio. Joining the Engineering Committee is a great opportunity for people interested in audio technology, problem-solving, and behind-the-scenes work that keeps KBOO on the air and looking toward the future.

Meeting: First Thursday each month, 7:00 PM

This meeting is online via Zoom

Meeting ID: 880 5523 1120 / Passcode: 036237
Contact: manager@kboo.org

EVENTS WORKGROUP

Bring people together to plan and produce KBOO’s events throughout the year. Members meet 1–2 times a month to collaborate on event strategy and help bring station events to life, from planning through execution. Joining the Events Workgroup is a fun, hands-on way to build event-planning skills, collaborate with fellow community members, and help create welcoming spaces that connect people to KBOO.

Meeting: Every two weeks on Thursday, 4:00 PM

This meeting is online via Google Meet

Join via phone: (US) +1 321-430-4487‬ PIN: ‪922 335 120‬#
Contact: membership@kboo.org or engagement@kboo.org

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Executive Committee is made up of the Board President, Treasurer, and one additional board member appointed by the Board of Directors. This committee is empowered to act on behalf of the full board when timely decisions are needed between regular board meetings. Serving on the Executive Committee is a significant leadership opportunity for board members who want to take on added responsibility, support effective governance, and help ensure the organization can respond quickly and thoughtfully to emerging needs.

Meeting: Second Tuesday each month, 6:00 PM

This meeting is hybrid in the station and online via Zoom

Meeting ID: 820 8891 9526 / Passcode: 498755
Contact: mikefboard@kboo.org

FACILITIES WORKGROUP

Help care for and improve the physical spaces that make KBOO possible. Members collaborate on identifying building needs, planning projects, and supporting a safe, welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and community members. Joining the Facilities Workgroup is a great way to make a tangible impact, contribute practical skills, and help ensure KBOO’s space remains functional, accessible, and inviting.

Meeting: First Thursday each month, 5:30 PM

This meeting is hybrid in the station and online via Google Meet

Join by Phone: ‪(US) +1 803-999-5510‬ PIN: ‪500 755 491‬#
Contact: board@kboo.org

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Help steward KBOO’s financial health and long-term sustainability. Members review financial reports, support responsible budgeting, and help ensure strong accounting practices and independent financial review. Joining the Finance Committee is a meaningful way to contribute financial skills, support transparency and accountability, and help keep community radio strong and sustainable.

Meeting: Third Thursday each month, 5:30 PM

This meeting is hybrid in the station and online via Zoom

Meeting ID: 842 4580 4134 / Passcode: 988457
Contact: accounting@kboo.org

GOVERNANCE AND POLICY COMMITTEE

(formerly the Personnel/Governance Committee)

Support strong, transparent leadership by advising the board on station bylaws and policies. Members help review, clarify, and strengthen the frameworks that guide how KBOO operates. Serving on this committee is a great opportunity to learn about nonprofit governance, contribute to thoughtful decision-making, and help shape the policies that support KBOO’s mission and values.

Meeting: Third Tuesday quarterly (March, June, Sept, Dec), 6:00 PM

This meeting is online via Zoom <<link missing>>
Contact: admin@kboo.org

NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Nominating Committee is made up of current board members and recruits board candidates to support a transparent election process. Serving on this committee is a meaningful way for board members to support leadership development, equity, and KBOO’s long-term stability. Non-board members interested in future board service are encouraged to connect with us!

Meeting: Second Tuesday each month, 6:00 PM

This meeting is online via Zoom
Contact: board@kboo.org

PEOPLE OF COLOR CAUCUS

A group for KBOO volunteers, staff, and board members.

Meeting: TBD
Contact: board@kboo.org

PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Support the Program Director and News Director to review programming and explore new ideas that reflect community needs and interests. Members help provide feedback, support program development, and encourage a diverse and engaging on-air schedule. Joining this committee is a great way to shape KBOO’s programming, support local voices, and help strengthen community-driven media.

Meeting: First Tuesday quarterly (March, June, Sept, Dec), 6:00 PM

This meeting is online via Google Meet

Join by Phone: (US) +1 929-260-4306‬ PIN: ‪319 113 567‬#
Contact: program@kboo.org

STRATEGIC PLANNING WORK GROUP

Help guide KBOO’s future by supporting and implementing the station’s operating and long-term strategic plans. Members collaborate to assess priorities, track progress, and align day-to-day work with KBOO’s mission and goals. Joining this workgroup is a great opportunity to think big, contribute to meaningful planning, and help shape the direction of community radio.

Meeting: TBD

Contact: board@kboo.org

 

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