About

Trustees

The Duxbury Beach Reservation, Inc.’s bylaws require that its governing body shall include representatives of environmental organizations and that a majority of the directors shall reside in Duxbury. Among the trustees are coastal geologists, engineers, conservationists, business professionals, lawyers, entrepreneurs, photographers, beach walkers, and all are enthusiastic beach goers.

Board of Directors

Clark J. Hinkley, President

Timothy McCrystal, Clerk

Ted Devnew

Joseph M. Grady, Jr.

Donald Gunster

William Hartigan

Ken Johnston

Andre Martecchini

James F. O’Connell

Sue Rourke, Treasurer

Jason Wolfson

Trustees

Colleen Brayer

Betsey Campbell

Fred Clifford

Pam Earle

Sara Fargo

Becky Garrett

Robert F. Hayes

Teak Hewitt

Margaret Kearney

Tammy A. Kirk

Ken Meyers

W. Richmond Poole

Noreen Wenger

Alan C. Vautrinot

Corey Wisneski

Emeritus

Peter A. Alpert

Nancy Bennett

Kay Foster

Lester Smith

Committees

Finance/Audit Committee coordinates the board’s financial oversight responsibilities by recommending policy to the board, interpreting policy for the staff, and monitoring implementation of any policies voted by the board. The committee shall be appointed by the DBR Board of Directors. Committee members will have a strong background in accounting, finance, nonprofit governance, or business.

Governance/Nominating Committee is responsible for enhancing the quality and future viability of the board of directors and for ensuring board effectiveness, maximum participation and performance. The committee shall be appointed by the DBR Board of Directors.

Development Committee leads DBR’s development efforts, including resource development and fundraising. The committee is the board of directors’ central source of information about the fundraising climate in general, and about the status of DBR’s fundraising activities in particular. The committee develops an annual fundraising strategy according to strategic objectives. Prior fundraising skills and experience or a desire to develop such are important qualifications for membership on this committee.

Coastal Landforms and Ecology Committee reviews and makes recommendations on actions or projects involving or affecting DBR property, including the barrier beach and adjacent salt marsh, and landward, Duxbury Harbor, paying particular attention to the barrier beach structure, vegetation, wildlife, manmade features, and recreational uses.

Facilities/Technology Committee provides counsel and assistance regarding matters of administration and operations such as operations and maintenance of DBR’s structures and facilities, including without limitation the Pavilion, the guard shack, the corporation’s business office, and the High Pines facility. In addition, the committee is responsible for technology needs, including updates on RFID, internet, solar, security, and generator needs.

Community Outreach Committee shall work with staff members to assist with public relations and community education regarding current issues impacting DBR. The committee's responsibilities include working to develop messaging and materials and implementing community outreach, including events, programs, and digital communications.