Membership:

TCOTC membership dues are $35 per year.  A household can have an unlimited number of members, but only those over the age of 15 can vote on club issues. TCOTC also offers a student-level membership for students 15 years and older. Only the student may vote on club issues.

TCOTC members receive:

  • Access to great trainers and advice
  • Cost-effective training using positive methods
  • A vote in the governance of your club
  • Access to a lending library of reviewed and approved titles
  • Access to a club store with recommended training aids

Members are eligible for discounted rates on select special event registrations.

Governance:

The club is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, who meet quarterly. Board meetings are open for club members and staff, and member participation is welcomed. Board members are elected for three-year terms, with three positions coming up for election at each Annual Meeting. Annual meetings are held on the second Tuesday in January.

 

The current board members are (as of 1/13/2026):

Liz Danielson, President
Julie Steenerson, Vice President
Jonah Hacker, Treasurer
Katie Bridges, Corresponding Secretary
Jan Wagner, Recording Secretary
Diane Steele, Board Member
Brenda Vale, Board Member

Staff:
Mary Steinbauer, Accountant/Bookkeeper
Anne Schenk, Executive Director
Corrie Barrows, Member Services Manager
Jane Jacobson, Obedience Department Head
Lisa Nawrocki, Agility Department Head
Carol Ouhl, Therapy Dog Program Head

Board Meeting Minutes:

View past years’ minutes here.