Frequently Asked Questions
- What is CACDA?
- Why do we need another organization?
- How is CACDA administered?
- Who is on the Board of Directors?
- Can CACDA make laws?
- Are there any similar organizations in this area?
- In what way does CACDA relate to the Village and Town of Cazenovia?
- How can CACDA help with local issues?
- What is the benefit for other existing organizations?
- Have local organizations contributed funds to CACDA?
- How can I help or contribute?
1. What is CACDA?
Cazenovia Area Community Development Association, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit community based organization representing a broad cross-section of stakeholders in the greater Cazenovia area.
CACDA was formed to provide full-time assistance for local organizations, governments and residents by helping them accomplish goals and objectives through:
- Consensus building
- Planning
- Cooperative efforts
- Networking
- Locating funding sources
- Programs that educate the public on important issues affecting the quality of life and the environment
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2. Why do we need another organization?
CACDA serves as a facilitator by bringing together existing organizations and working with them to build consensus. CACDA provides a unique forum to accomplish community goals & objectives, such as those outlined in the Cazenovia Area Planning Program (CAPP), a rural regional planning initiative.
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3. How is CACDA administered?
A Board of Directors oversees the general operations of the organization. Board members also supervise the Executive Director, who is hired to implement the day to day activities.
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4. Who is on the Board of Directors?
The board is comprised of 15 members. Eight standing members are appointed as representatives of the Town, Village, Chamber, College, Cazenovia Preservation Foundation, Cazenovia Lake Association (or Lake Foundation), Trush Park Association and the Agricultural/Equine community.
Seven additional at-large representatives from the community are selected by the board. Each member serves a three year term. Terms are staggered to ensure continuance of policy and programs.
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5. Can CACDA make laws?
No. CACDA has no governmental authority. CACDA provides a non-political clearinghouse for discussion. It serves as a resource for fact finding and dissemination of information.
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6. Are there any similar organizations in this area?
Yes, the Partnership for Community Development, Ltd. (PCD) In the Hamilton area. (For more information - www.partnersatwork.org)
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7. In what way does CACDA relate to the Village and Town of Cazenovia?
The Village and Town each have permanent seats on the Board of Directors. CACDA is a resource for the municipalities. It can assist with diverse community initiatives by providing continuity of focus and effort.
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8. How can CACDA help with local issues?
CACDA can facilitate meetings with concerned parties, and help them: set priorities; establish goals & objectives; identify hurdles & solutions; and find funding sources.
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9. What is the benefit for other existing organizations?
CACDA provides full-time professional leadership for interested local entities to help secure project funding through grants & joint efforts.
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10. Have local organizations contributed funds to CACDA?
Yes, several local organizations, businesses and individuals have contributed funding to support CACDA’s administrative costs.
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11. How can I help or contribute?
Individuals can support CACDA’s programs through donations and through volunteer efforts.
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