Public Policy Committees FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About MCCC Policy Committees

Our five MCCC Policy Committees are a great opportunity to network, get involved in public policy, and find out what’s happening in your community.  MCCC effectively advocates at the County, State and Federal Levels on issues of importance to our members.  Below are some frequently asked questions about our policy committees.

Some things to keep in mind:

- Committees are a free benefit for members only.

- Every member is new to a policy committee at least once, we promise to make you feel welcome, so don’t hesitate to join us!

- You are welcome to join multiple committees in order to discover which one suits you best.

- Committee meetings aren’t just policy discussions, they are also great networking opportunities.  

1.  How many people sit on a policy committee?

Generally, between 25 and 40 people attend each meeting of our committees.  However, approximately 100 people are on each committee mailing list and the composition of which members attend varies month to month.

2.  How long to committee meetings last?

Infrastructure and Land Use and Legislative Committee meetings last 90 minutes. 

Economic Development, Small Business, and GovConNet Committee meetings last 60 minutes.

3.  Will I be asked to provide my opinion on a topic during the meeting?

Each member introduces themselves with their name and company name at the beginning of each meeting.  Other than this, you won’t be asked to contribute to the committee discussion unless you choose to contribute, which we always welcome.

4.  Is there time spent on committee work outside of the monthly meeting time?

No.  The role of the committee chair and co-chair is to work with staff in order to plan meetings and do the substantive work of the committee.  We always appreciate your feedback, but no outside time commitment is required.  

5.  What if I have an idea for a committee topic or speaker?

It’s a great day when we hear from you, so give Lisa Fadden, VP of Public Affairs, a call if you have a topic or speaker idea. She’ll discuss it with the committee chairs and help to give you a sense of whether or not it fits in with the committee’s agenda for the year.  For the GovConNet Committee, please contact Barbara Ashe, Executive Vice President, at (301) 738-0015 x215 or bashe@mcccmd.com. 

6.  What if I’m not sure which committee would be best?

Give us a call and we’ll talk it through with you! The contact for four of the five policy committees is MCCC VP of Public Affairs, Lisa Fadden.  She can be reached at (240) 403-3505 or lfadden@mcccmd.com.  For the GovConNet Committee, please contact Barbara Ashe, MCCC Executive Vice President, at (301) 738-0015 x215 or bashe@mcccmd.com.