Tucker Civic Association (TCA) has several committees that carry out the day to day work of the organization. Current 2010-2011 TCA Standing Committees and Chairs for each are as follows:

Proactive Planning, Land Use and Zoning (PPLUZ)
Bruce Penn, Chair
The Proactive Planning, Land Use and Zoning Committee is responsible for proposing and implementing proactive planning and economic development activities in collaboration with other organizations working for the betterment of the Tucker Community.  The committee should monitor county land use, planning, zoning, and related issues, informing the TAC membership and affected neighborhoods about these issues and recommending policies and positions.  The committee is charged with promoting a strategic plan for Tucker, facilitating its review at least every ten years.
• Download August 2010 PPLUZ Report (Note: PDF is 9.5 megs)
• Download December 2010 PPLUZ Report
 

PR/Communications Committee
Leslie Richardson, Chair
The PR/Communications Committee is responsible for developing and implementing a marketing and communications plan.  This plan involves releasing information to TCA and the general public about issues affecting the Tucker community.  The association’s President, “TCA’s First Voice,” distribute a monthly newsletter, The Tucker Tribune.  The chair works closely with the president to send out email “blasts” twice a month to keep residents abreast of local events.  The committee administers the website and is responsible for its content.

Membership and Community Building
Jane Tanner & Anita Stoltzfus
The Community Building and Membership Committee is responsible for building a strong and active membership base for the association and fostering a participatory citizenry dedicated to the long-term well-being of the Tucker community.  The committee is charged with initiating a variety of activities that will interest, involve, or inform diverse groups within the community.  The committee should establish and maintain, in partnership with the district representatives, a network of neighborhood groups such as Neighborhood Watch, garden clubs, etc.

Public Safety
Johnnie Johnson

The Parks and Greenspace Committee
Pamela Martel McNall,, Chair

The Parks and Greenspace Committee is responsible for monitoring Tucker parks and recreation areas, working with DeKalb County Parks Department to provide support for the beautification and use of these parks; preserving our current greenspaces for the future of our community, and encouraging and promoting work and play in Tucker.
• Download P&GS July 2010 Report
• Download P&GS October 2010 Report

If you are interested in learning more about and/or joining any of the committees below, please e-mail the committee chair and/or call the TCA Hotline at (770) 270-1620.