The purpose of Chula Vista Genealogical Society (CVGS) is to promote interest in genealogy and family history research through individual and group support. The Society sponsors programs designed to provide information and continuing education on genealogy research topics through monthly speaker presentations, genealogical interest groups and field trips, all of which are available to the public. Attendees network with each other, both at in-person classes and events and virtually during Zoom meetings.

It is not necessary to have ancestors in Chula Vista! Most attendees have no ancestral ties to the city but take part because they are in the area and want to learn more about researching family genealogy.

CVGS Board meetings are open to the public and are held virtually the first Wednesday of the month.

Contact presidentofcvgs@gmail.com for access details.

The Society calendar runs January to December and board members are elected every two years.

An Honorary Lifetime Chula Vista Genealogical Society member is a person that is recognized for his or her positive impact on the organization through exemplary service, dedication and outstanding contributions over a significant time period. He or she is nominated by a board member and approved by the Board of Directors. This designation entitles the member to a free membership for life. Currently, the Society has four members with this status.

• Shirley Becker
• John Finch
• Randy Seaver
• Susi Pentico

We appreciate these dedicated members!

Officers:

President  Terri Seat
First Vice-President-Program  (open)
Second Vice-President-Membership  Arlene Watters
Treasurer  Sam Seat
Secretary  Daryl Hern

Chairpersons:

Historian  Susan Zimmer

Education  Karen Smith

Newsletter Editor  Randy Seaver
Hospitality  Carrie Holleron

Web Administration  Gil Leon-Guerrero

• Research Group - Holds a monthly meeting every 2nd Wednesday of the month.  Discussions and reviews on new innovations in ancestry research tools.  Members will discuss issues they have encountered during their research endeavors.
• DNA Interest Group - Holds a monthly meeting every 3rd Wednesday of the month.  Discussions and reviews on new discoveries with DNA.  Members will discuss issues they have encountered during their research endeavors.
• Education - This committee arranges for genealogy classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced researchers in a collaborative setting.
• Historian - This committee maintains an official record and archive of all Society activities.
• Hospitality - This committee makes arrangements for refreshments for the Society's annual events.
• Librarian - The librarian identifies and maintains an inventory of research volumes within the Chula Vista Civic Center Library Family Research Section. The librarian also maintains communications with the library staff.
• Newsletter - A newsletter is made available to our members each month. The newsletter contains upcoming meetings, articles of interest, and other genealogical resources.
• Web Administration - This committee maintains the website for the Society and its members.