Serve on a GBRAR Committee in 2027
Want to get more involved with GBRAR in 2027? Committee sign-up is now open.
GBRAR is a committee-driven organization, and members help determine the programs, policies, and initiatives that serve the Association and its members. Whether you’re returning or interested in joining a committee for the first time, we encourage you to get involved! Serving on a committee is a great way to connect with fellow members, share your ideas, and help make a difference at GBRAR.
Sign Up for a Committee
Committee sign-up is open now through November 14, 2026.
Sign Up HereImportant: If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue next year, you must sign up again. Committee members will not automatically be placed back on their current committee.
Not sure what GBRAR committees do or where you would fit best?
Join us at the GBRAR Office for Corks & Committees on October 14, 2026, from 4:30 – 6:30 PM!
At Corks & Committees, you’ll meet representatives from all 10 GBRAR committees and learn:
- What each committee does and how to contribute
- Who can serve
- How terms and appointments work
- How often each committee meets
Plus, enjoy wine and charcuterie while meeting fellow members and committee representatives.
Register Now
About GBRAR Committees
Awards Committee
1-year term | Meets 2–3 times a year as needed | REALTOR® Members Only
The Awards Committee is responsible for the selection of the GBRAR Award winners from nominations made by the membership and the information provided by the nominees and shall consist of:
The immediate Past President of the GBRAR, who shall serve as chair of the Committee. In the event the immediate past GBRAR President is unable to serve, his/her predecessor shall serve as Chair. Current President appoints 6 members and Committee chair appoints 6 members for minimum of 13 committee members. No more than three (3) members from one company may be appointed.
Eligibility: Committee members must have been a GBRAR member for at least 5 years.
Community Relations Committee
1-year term | Meets monthly or as needed | REALTOR® Members Only
Guides GBRAR’s own 501(c)(3), directing donated funds into the Association’s community outreach programs, education classes, and outreach. A hands-on committee — members help shape the work and plan and staff the events themselves.
Governmental Relations Committee
1-year term | Meets monthly: 3rd Thursday of the month, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | REALTOR® Members Only
Responsible for monitoring activities of local City Council, Planning Commission, and other governmental entities that could impact real estate and private property rights and keeping the membership informed of the Association’s position. Establish rapport with council members, and state and federal legislators, and work with Homeowner Associations. Responsible for making policy recommendations to the Board of Directors. Responsible for encouraging participation in political activities, including contributing to LARPAC. Inform and educate the membership on legislative issues before they are called upon to vote or lobby legislators. NOTE: Members of the committee who are also members of LARPAC comprise the local Political Action Team and will make decisions on the distribution of LARPAC funds as prescribed under the GBRAR/LARPAC Cooperative Agreement.
Sub-Committee of Government Relations; PAT (Political Action Team) Fundraising (Works in conjunction with the Government Relations Committee)
Meets monthly: 3rd Thursday of the month, 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | Open to REALTOR® Members and Affiliate Members
This sub-committee plans and executes RPAC fundraising events with staff support to meet fundraising goals established by NAR and LR. Fundraising and fundraising events are the focus of this sub-committee.
Professional Development Committee
1-year term | Meets monthly: 3rd Thursday of the month, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | REALTOR® Members Only
Responsible for providing general educational programs and projects, including cooperating with other local, state and national associations; works closely with all other committees to facilitate the education of the membership.
REALTOR® Expo Committee
Meets about 5 times per year: 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | Open to REALTOR® and Affiliate Members
Responsible for bringing creative ideas for the theme & marketing, helping plan and enhance the Expo experience, ensuring the event provides real value to members, and supporting the Association’s Annual Education program at the Expo.
Professional Standards Committee
1-year term | Meets as needed for hearings | REALTOR® Members Only
Responsible for the enforcement of the Code of Ethics and training of the members of the Committee to prepare them to serve on hearing panels. Training of the Association’s mediators to assure the continuance of the mediation process as an alternative to arbitration. To assist the Education Committee with the training of general membership in areas of Professional Standards. Must agree to annual training, prior to serving on hearing panels.
Grievance Committee
3-year term | Meets as needed | REALTOR® Members Only
Act as a ‘grand jury’ to determine the disposition of complaints, whether to be heard as an ethics or arbitration hearing or to be dismissed as inappropriate of further consideration. Must be appointed by the President.
MLS Committee
3-year term | Meets monthly: 3rd Wednesday of the month, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | REALTOR® Members Only
The committee overseeing the operation and policymaking of the Multiple Listing Service and Lockbox system that GBRAR offers to it’s members. The committee is made up of nine members, with the majority being MLS Participants (Brokers). No more than three (3) may concurrently serve on the Board of Directors, and no more than two (2) may serve from the same firm. Subscribers (agents) must receive written permission from their Participants to serve.
Risk Management Committee
1-year term | Meets monthly: 3rd Monday of the month, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Dates and times, subject to change) | REALTOR® Members Only
Works closely with the legal community to keep members informed of current legal practices in the real estate market. Recommends risk reduction practices to the Association. Also responsible for reviewing and evaluating all Association documents.
