Board of Directors of 2024 - Conimicut Village Association

BOARD OF DIRECTORS – 2024

Get to know our Board of Directors for 2024 by clicking on a name to view the profile

Leslie Derrig, Vice President (2023 – present)

I’m a Sales and Marketing VP and enjoy keeping everything clean! I am married and have 2 grown daughters and 5 grandchildren. I have lived in Conimicut for 22 years.

Susanne Bejian Jordan, Director

Having grown up in Warwick, and after 20 years in CT, we returned to our home town in spring of 2020 to be closer to our two adult daughters and our extended family. The housing market was lean, but we were excited to find a house in the heart of the Village. Since arriving, we have enjoyed the community and being a part of Village Association activities. I am particularly passionate about Conimicut Point and the Walter Santos Viewing Station, frequently participating in clean ups and beautification projects. We love being outdoors so you will find us working in our yard, walking, biking or searching for beach treasures. If you see us, say hi; we love engaging with our neighbors. Best wishes and welcome to the Village Association.

Gary Van Dine, Secretary

I retired in 2016 as IT Administrator for a Cambridge Think Tank. I’m a long time member of CVA and have lived in the village 19 years. Married to Ruth, a piano technician still plying the craft. I’m happily working/relaxing at home with our two cats and three Australian bee hives.

Gina Boblitt, Treasurer

I work as a systems analyst. I have a husband Jamie, son Jacob, and two dogs Jack and Freckles. I have lived in Conimicut for 20 years and I enjoy walking, yoga, cooking, crafting.

Virginia (Ginny) Barham, Member

Former President

President of CVA 2009 – 2023

I retired from the military in 2009 after a 31-year career during which I met my husband, Lonnie. We bought our home in Conimicut in 1993 and love living so close to the water. We have shared our home with many different pets over the years and currently have 2 dogs and one cat. I love to be physically active and read while relaxing at home and am very passionate about our Village and helping it reach its potential.

Barbara Snyzyk Canton, Member

I am a RI state pre-K teacher. I have two children, a son, and a daughter, and a grandson. I have lived in Conimicut for 30 years. I am into cooking, painting, kayaking, bike riding, discovering RI’s inner beauty through the many trails we have.

Colleen Collins – Member

John Paul, Member

Lynda Takoudes, Member

I have lived here for 20 years and happily joined CVA. I enjoy volunteering, oil painting, gardening, and travel throughout the USA and internationally. I look forward to participating in the very active CVA

Brenda Warnock – Member At Large

I am a retired teacher. I taught kindergarten in Pawtucket for over 30 years. I moved to Conimicut 5 years ago to live on the water. I am married and have two grown sons and two precious grandchildren. We all love to hang out on the water. We kayak, fish, free dive, and go boating. We absolutely love this place. Looking forward to getting more involved in the community.

Programs

Welcome Committee. Over fifty new homeowners and families move to Conimicut each year. The CVA Welcome Committee greets new residents and brings them an information packet about Conimicut, local businesses, and the Association. For more information please contact Susanne Jordan. susanneb.jordan@comcast.net

Business Outreach Committee: With the growth of our community, the Business Outreach Committee strives to bring in new businesses, engage and grow the business community. Any new business can join as a Business Member to receive benefits such as advertising, online presence, and more. For more information about the Business Outreach Committee, please contact the Chairperson, Susanne Jordan. susanneb.jordan@comcast.net

Annual Events & Village Beautification. Each year, the Association hosts an Easter Egg Hunt, Annual Village Wide Yard Sale, Holiday Tree Lighting, and Co-hosts the Halloween Spooktacular. These events are designed to be fun and also to raise funds for summer flower baskets and holiday decorations.

City of Warwick Liaison. Conimicut, which falls in Ward 4, is represented by Jim McElroy who attends CVA meetings when his schedule allows. CVA leadership also works with the Executive Office of Mayor Frank Picozzi and a variety of city agencies and departments.

State of Rhode Island Liaisons – Conimicut is now divided between two house districts and is represented by State Rep Camille Vella-Wilkinson (district 21) and Representative Joseph Solomon Jr (district 22). Conimicut (Senate District 29) is represented by Senator Anthony DeLuca.

Community Police Liaison. Conimicut is represented by Officer Mark Jandreau who regularly attends CVA monthly meetings. His phone contact information is 921-8410. Email mark.jandrea@warwickri.gov.

Media Relations. The Association works regularly with the Warwick Beacon and other media outlets to highlight the Conimicut community. You can reach Warwick Beacon by calling (401)732-3100 or email John Howell. johnh@rhodybeat.com

Environmental Stewardship. The Association is a proud member of Save the Bay and works with Save the Bay, the Buckeye Brook Coalition, and the Mill Cove Conservancy to bring about environmental enhancement of the village. For information on how you can help during the Save the Bay events at Conimicut Point Park, please contact John Paul. jpaulri@yahoo.com