Policy Boards Policy Boards are empowered to act independently of the Council in the adoption of policies, plans, and programs as permitted by state or federal law or regulation (ref. Section 3 of the GNRC Bylaws). Each Policy Board maintains separate bylaws and have formal agreements with the GNRC governing body for how the associated programming will be administered and staffed. Advisory Boards and Committees Advisory boards and committees serve to guide the policymaking and actions of the Council and its Executive Board, or the Policy Boards, by developing and making formal recommendations to the respective governing body (ref. Section 4 of the GNRC Bylaws). Actions by advisory bodies are considered non-binding. Membership to these bodies typically includes individuals who are qualified and capable of developing and implementing program level plans and programs, and willing to serve as ambassadors for the organization.
Transportation Policy Board The Transportation Policy Board, or TPB, governs the policymaking and programming decisions for the federally-recognized seven-county Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, or MPO. The TPB is empowered to serve as the primary forum for collaboration among local communities, state officials, and interested parties related to regional transportation policies, plans, programs, and funding across
its metropolitan planning area. MADC Board of Directors
The Mid-Cumberland Area Development Corporation, or MADC, was established by GNRC in 1983 to provide small businesses lending from public sector programs backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Economic Development Administration, among others. The MADC board of directors governs the operations of the 501c3 organization and its loan approval process.
Aging Advisory Council This council advises GNRC as it fulfills its duties as the federally- recognized Area Agency on Aging and Disability, or AAAD, for Middle Tennessee. In this role, GNRC coordinates the prioritization and implementation of a range of social and legal services for older and disabled adults. The advisory council convenes local experts to formulate strategies and recommendations to address unmet community needs with available funding. Members are appointed by county mayors/ executives. Transportation Coordinating Committee This committee serves as the lead advisory panel to the Transportation Policy Board and is responsible for assisting GNRC staff with analyzing trends that impact transportation conditions and formulating recommendations to improve regional mobility. Members of the committee also take a lead role in coordinating local implementation of adopted plans and programs. Economic Development Advisory Board This board convenes leadership from private sector organizations to advise the Council on matters related to economic development, job creation and retention, and workforce training. The group oversees the development of the region’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), adopted by the Council, which serves as the gateway to infrastructure investments by the U.S. Economic Development Administration. The CEDS is coordinated with other regional plans that help drive infrastructure funding from other federal and state agencies. Finance and Personnel Committee This committee advises the Executive Board on matters pertaining to the development and implementation of the Council’s annual work program and budget. In addition, the committee works with the Executive Director to monitor and assess policies and procedures related to human resources, facilities management, and finance and auditing.
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