Welcome to the AEP Monterey Bay - Silicon Valley Chapter! We are one of nine chapters within California. Our chapter is made up of approximately 100 environmental professionals located in Santa Clara, Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties.
The Monterey Bay - Silicon Valley Chapter provides local opportunities for professional development and networking including regular Chapter meetings, programs featuring speakers relevant to the environmental industry, training workshops, job listings, and social events (see Programs and Events). Additionally, we are dedicated to supporting students who are planning to engage in a career in the environmental field through our Student AEP Chapters and Student Scholarship Program (see Students).
If you are not yet a member, please follow the membership link to learn about our many membership opportunities and take advantage of the host of services designed to offer both personal and professional benefits.
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See Board of Directors page for additional contacts.
Nominations are open for the AEP MB-SV Chapter 2026 Board of Directors! Elections will be held via electronic ballot in early December.
Please send expressions of interest to president@aepmbsv.org by 5pm on Monday, December 1st, 2025 if you wish to nominate yourself or someone else for a Board position.
Below is a full list of Chapter Board positions for 2026, along with a brief description of the role, whether the position is an elected or appointed role, whether the role is currently filled or vacant, and if the incumbent officer(s) intend(s) to run for 2026 re-election.
If you have any questions, please reach out to president@aepmbsv.org
| Position | Role Description | Elected or Appointed | Current Status |
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| Chapter Director | Represents Chapter's interests before the State AEP Board of Officers and Directors; attends each State AEP Board meeting and communicates the substance of those meetings to Chapter Officers and members. | Elected Position 2-year term through December 2027 | Accepting Nominations (incumbent stepping down) |
| Chapter Treasurer | Manages Chapter finances; keeps full and complete records; prepares annual budget, quarterly and annual financial reports, and other financial information in accordance with State AEP policies. | Elected Position 2-year term through December 2027 | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Chapter President | Responsible for overall management; presides over Chapter Board meetings; represents Chapter before other organizations/media; oversees program, financial, and administrative programs. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Chapter Secretary | Maintains written/electronic records of proceedings (meeting minutes, programs, election results); maintains updated contact details; supervises chapter correspondence not authored by the President. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent stepping down) |
| People and Culture Coordinator | Communicate and coordinate with State AEP on initiatives related to accessibility, representation, and community engagement; recommend inclusive programs and actions to the Chapter Board and/or State AEP. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Vice President(s) of Programs | Coordinate Chapter programs and special events. Multiple positions may be elected (e.g., one per County within Chapter boundaries). | Elected Position(s) | Accepting Nominations
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| Vice President of Membership | Acts as liaison between current and potential members and the Chapter; maintains member/prospect list and responds to membership inquiries. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Director of Communications | Prepares and distributes newsletters; updates website; implements Social Media Strategy; coordinates with VP Membership, VPs Programs, and Student Director on event communications. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Student Director | Administers student scholarship program, student outreach, student events, and assists with Student Chapters. Assisted by Student Liaisons if appointed. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Workshop Coordinator | Plans CEQA/NEPA and other workshops in coordination with State Workshop Coordinator; arranges location, speakers, and logistics. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Legislative Liaison | Coordinates with State AEP lobbyist to identify legislation of interest; shares updates; may organize legislative committee to make recommendations. | Elected Position | Accepting Nominations (incumbent planning to run for 2026) |
| Member(s) at Large | Assists the Chapter Board as needed; may support specific officers or functions; helps with recruitment and succession planning. | Elected Position(s) | Accepting Nominations (incumbents planning to run for 2026) |
| Legislative Committee | Members may attend State AEP Legislative Committee meetings and assist the Legislative Liaison as needed. | Appointed | Accepting Expressions of Interest (incumbents may request re-appointment) |
| Student Liaisons | Full- or part-time students who promote AEP on campus, build student membership, advertise events to students, and assist the Student Director. | Appointed | Accepting Expressions of Interest — Multiple positions available |
