Board Members
- Gayle Maslakow
- Joe Bonovetz
- Colleen Kichak – Vice Chair
- Carrie Braspenick
- Peter Tacconelli – Chair
- William Malloy
- Patricia Crabtree
- Jeri Eckman
- Susan Roberts
- Whitney Vernetti
- Grady O’Neill – Board Secretary
Board Meeting Dates – The board meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month, unless noted:
Board Meeting Dates April 2026-April 2027
What is the role of a GCMHA Board Member?
- The role of a GCMHA Board Member is to be an on-site voice for the community by developing policies which guide operational decisions.
When do they meet?
- The GCMHA Board sets their meeting schedule during their annual organizational meeting in April. The Board currently meets on the Second Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at Gogebic CMHA in Wakefield. Board member terms run for 3 years. Those appointed for this term would serve from 4/1/2026-3/31/2029.
What will you do?
- Review and approve an annual budget and receive monthly reports regarding the budget and assets of the organization.
- Review and approve Action items on the agenda
- Review and approve CMHA policy
- Receive information and updates from program supervisors or other key personnel.
- Participate in other local, regional, or State CMHA committees, as appointed.
- Receive the opportunity to attend a yearly Board conference to network and learn from other CMHA Board members from around the State.
*Board members are compensated for attending meetings and mileage is reimbursed at the standard IRS rate.