The Alta Vista Neighborhood Association (AVNA) is a voluntary 501c4 civic organization registered with the City of San Antonio. As such, we receive notifications and inquiries from the City and other entities about issues directly affecting the neighborhood. We strive to fairly and impartially represent members’ interests in these matters. AVNA also communicates regularly with residents to exchange information and receive requests for assistance and hosts social and educational events to strengthen neighborhood bonds and a sense of community. The Board of Directors works with committees and other volunteers to accomplish the above.
Our by-laws call for eight (8) AVNA Board Members; seven of which are elected each year for a one-year term starting in January: 1) President; 2) Vice President; 3) Treasurer; 4) Secretary; and 5) Three At Large directors. The eighth member of the BOD is the Immediate Past President.
AVNA Secretary – Take minutes at board meetings and general meetings; fill in until November
or nominate yourself for a spot on the 2024 Board of Directors (see article on back).
Arts and Entertainment Committee– Help plan social events and other fun stuff!
Traffic Island Beautification Coordinator – Finalize plans and existing materials for beautification
of the islands at W. Kings Hwy and W. Gramercy.
AVNA Community First Food Pantry – Periodically help maintain and stock the pantry
(reimbursable) along with dozens of other families.
Newsletter Committee – Block captains needed to deliver newsletters to local business and the
600 block of Summit, 500-600 blocks of Elsmere, and the 400-500 blocks of Hollywood.
Board Eligibility, Time Commitment, and Description
Any regular or business member is eligible. Board Members are expected to attend 9 board meetings
(typically virtual) and 5 in-person general assembly meetings and to help the President set the agenda.
The President or their designee acts as the AVNA spokesperson and only votes at meetings in the event
of a tie. The Vice President supports the President as needed. The Secretary keeps minutes of
proceedings and the Treasurer manages AVNA’s funds. At Large members typically chair standing or ad
hoc committees, and the VP, Secretary, and Treasurer may do so as well.
Candidates interested in joining the Board of Directors should complete this short form and submit it to the Nominating Committee at avna@altavistana.org by 11/5/2023. Elections will be held at the General Assembly meeting on 11/15/2023. Nominations from the floor are also welcome.
Prospective Candidates:
Name:_________________________________Email:_____________________________
Phone:__________________________
Why would you like to serve on the AVNA Board? What neighborhood issues are most important to
you? Pls indicate which Board position you would consider holding (Pres, VP, Treas. Sec., At Large).
