National Committees & Functions

Associates’ Committee: Associates in a non-profit organization are responsible for supporting and assisting in various areas of the organization's operations. The LICA Associates’ Committee is comprised of active national LICA Associates whose primary role is to assist and guide the organization so that it runs smoothly and efficiently. During the Board Meetings the committee chairperson reports on the industry and the events that affect LICA and our members.

Audit Committee: shall consist of a Chairperson and members appointed in accordance with the provisions governing committees. The Committee shall review the financial records, internal controls, and financial reporting practices of the Association and oversee any independent financial review or audit conducted on behalf of the Association. The Committee shall report its findings and recommendations to the Board of Directors and provide oversight to ensure the financial integrity and accountability of the Association.

Budget Committee: Budgeting is the process of preparing and overseeing a financial document that estimates income and expenses for a year. Budgeting is a key factor to ensure LICA has the resources to execute initiatives and reach goals. This committee reviews financials and recommends the annual budget to the board of directors.

By-Laws Committee: By-laws are a set of rules established by LICA to regulate itself. They contain the basic rules for the conduct of the LICA’s business and affairs. This committee reviews the need to add or change the Association’s By-Laws to meet the needs of the organization.

Conservation, Excavating & Earthmoving Committee: Excavating and earthmoving are both important steps in construction that involve moving and shaping the earth. As stated in The LICA Creed, we are committed to conserve and protect the land: “What man finally does with the land will be the deciding factor of his survival”. This committee strives to comply with regulations, laws and safety standards to best protect our precious land.

Convention Committee: The Annual LICA Winter Conventions and Summer Meetings brings together LICA members and chapter representatives from across the country. These events serve as platforms for networking, promoting products and services, conducting workshops, seminars, and staying updated on industry trends. Proposals for future National Winter Conventions and Summer Meetings are presented, discussed and voted on.

Education & Technology Committee: Technology is continually changing the way we work, play, create and communicate. Naturally, advancements in digital technology are also creating game-changing opportunities in the world of education. LICA explores some of the most promising examples of educational technology and some specific edtech tools and trends. This committee reviews and selects topics that members need or want for Educational Seminars.

Executive Directors’ Committee: A LICA Executive Director is the operating officer or manager of a LICA Chapter and is responsible for steering their chapters and managing its operations. Executive Directors from each State Chapter meet to discuss: event planning, gaining and retaining membership, board meetings, reviewing and sharing benefits, and other topics.

Ladies | Devotions Committee: The Ladies Committee serves several different functions: guiding the coordination of National LICA Scholarships, volunteering for special events, organizing tours, coordinating fundraising and children’s activities during national conventions and meetings. The Devotions Committee sets time aside to focus on prayer, scripture reading, and song, usually during early mornings. The LICA morning services, which are non-denominational, are held before the day’s events begin. This committee sets the agenda of the morning devotions which may include location, the selection of scriptures, music and guest speakers.

Legislative Committee: The LICA Legislative Committee works to review federal and state legislation and educate lawmakers to protect the interests of the LICA members. They debate, investigate, and report on legislation impacting the industry. The committee is comprised of contractor members and is a roundtable discussion with the LICA Director of Government Relations about existing and new laws that affect LICA Contractors.

Long-Term Planning Committee: The long-term planning committee creates strategic goals that may take considerable time to achieve. It focuses on achieving objectives set for the projected future. This committee reviews the LICA 5 Year Strategic Plan to make sure the Association stays on track with its defined goals.

Membership Committee: A strong membership base can lead to increased member engagement and more revenue for the organization. The LICA membership committee helps to improve the member experience and retain members. They invite the general membership to participate in the organization's programs and be part of membership trends. They provide resources, techniques and advice to help recruit new members. The committee members may be involved in fundraising and can be guest speakers at chapter special events and attended trade shows.

Nominating Committee: The term nomination committee refers to a committee that acts as part of LICA’s governing organization. The LICA nominating committee evaluates candidates for LICA Vice President and examines the skills and characteristics required of the candidates. After the examination and interviews this committee selects applicants for National Vice President.

On-Site Waste Committee: On-site wastewater systems are multi-stage systems that collect, treat, and disperse wastewater generated by a home or business. The wastewater is treated and discharged to the soils rather than collected and transported to a wastewater treatment plant. LICA Septic contractors share new approaches. applications and new laws affecting on-site waste. Often this committee will have guest speakers and product demonstrations.

Policy Committee: LICA created the Policy Committee in 1972. It is responsible for reviewing and formulating policy goals for LICA in conjunction with other committees and LICA leaders, as well as scheduling action on bills and issues facing the membership.

Safety/Insurance Committee: Construction safety culture means putting site safety before anything else. Employees are a valuable resource and deserve to be cared for at all times –a health and safety culture ensures this. Construction is a hazardous industry where things can quickly go wrong, especially under the pressure of meeting deadlines. But a developed safety culture ensures procedures and systems are followed at all times. Important safety laws, regulations and insurance matters that affect our LICA contractors are discussed in this committee.

Water Management & Quality Committee: Water table management is the management, control, and/or regulation of soil-water conditions in the profile of agricultural soils. Essentially, excess and deficit soil-water conditions in the soil profile can be managed to provide better plant growth conditions to produce food. LICA drainage contractors share new approaches and applications including new laws affecting water table management.