Join our

Board of Directors!

Thanks for considering joining the Eastown Community Association’s Board of Directors! We are a group of individuals who are passionate about our neighborhood and helping people and places thrive here. The ECA’s mission is to foster a safe, diverse, and walkable Eastown neighborhood by creating opportunities for neighbors and friends to engage and connect.

 

Who Can Apply for Board Service?

Anyone who lives, works, or owns property in Eastown (18 and older) are welcome to apply. The ECA Board of Directors is made up of new-comers and people who grew up here, both owners and renters. Elections are held every February at Eastown’s annual meeting.

Applying to Join the Board

  1. Submit a completed application.

  2. If you haven’t already done so, we recommend that you attend an ECA board meeting. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at 415 Ethel SE or via Zoom.

  3. Attend the Annual Meeting where Board candidate bios will be posted publicly prior to community members voting for Board members.

 Requirements During Your Term

  • Complete a two-year term, beginning in February of your election year

  • Attend monthly evening meetings

    • Meetings are currently held the second Monday of the month from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the ECA office at 415 Ethel SE.

  • Participate in regular email conversation and voting between in-person meetings

  • Serve on an ECA committee, such as Community Events, Access, Real Estate Development, etc.

  • Secure a block captain for your block (if someone is not already serving)

  • Volunteer at ECA events year-round, such as the annual meeting, Bizarre Bazaar, Streetfair, etc.

  • Actively work within your Eastown circle to increase the understanding and awareness about the ECA’s efforts and neighborhood updates

  • Contribute to fundraising efforts by signing year-end appeals, reaching out to businesses for event sponsorships, etc.

 Interested in learning more?

We’d love to speak with you! Click the link above to view our application. You’re always welcome to contact the ECA board president by emailing our ECA email (Info@eastown.org) or calling us at 616-451-3025 for more information.