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2025-26 Vecinos Committees

Vecinos has established working committees to address the most pressing issues affecting our community. Committee membership is available to any member, whether living in Akumal Norte or anywhere else. Click on any of the committee chairs' names to email them, learn more, and get involved. Please pitch in and help make a difference!

Membership Committee
Susan Fritz (chair), Beryl Van Lierop

Engage with our current members, welcome new members into our community, and ensure that everyone feels valued and connected

Fundraising Committee
Monica Estrada (chair), Shirley Pogodinski,  Dan Freeman, David Zucker, Carly Flores

Organize fundraising events, seek out sponsorships and donations, and explore creative avenues to secure financial support for our association

Communication Committee
Scott Brown (chair), Neil Canter, Carly Flores, Liane Perry, Gayle Dunning

Enhance and broaden communication from Vecinos to the community, and from the community to Vecinos

Finance Committee
Neil Canter (chair), Tandy Muir-Warden, George Pritchard, Carmina Garma

Report on budget status, review unbudgeted project requests for financial feasibility, and ensure that the association meets all Mexican requirements for fiscal operations 

Sargassum Committee
Scott Brown (co-chair), George Pritchard (co-chair), Mike Stone

Explore responsible and effective solutions to the problem of sargassum on our beaches and aesthetic, environmental, and health risks it poses

Security Committee
Scott Brown (chair), Jorge Gonzalez, Eddie Garza

Manage the pluma and address all issues related to Akumal Norte security, including the Guardia Nacional

Maintenance Committee
George Pritchard (co-chair), Mike Stone (co-chair), Rhett Schober, Jamie Cost

Review maintenance projects, contracts, and design of repairs

Government Committee
Ingrid Datica (chair), Monica Estrada, Scott Brown, Beryl Van Lierop, Peter Swenson

Establish Vecinos as the official, recognized representative of Akumal Norte with Tulum and other authorities - read the details here

Engage with neighbors, government groups, and others to to address critical issues of solid waste management and wastewater management.

Charter  Committee
Scott Brown (chair), David Zucker, Tandy Muir-Warden, Jon  Kantor, Neil Canter

Propose amendments to Vecinos' Charter, Regulations, and related documents to ensure clarity and smooth operation of the association

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