answer:May I ask a few questions to clarify your question? Thank you. First, are the groups you created part of the committee or is the committee to oversee the working of the groups? Secondly, this is, as you say, a volunteer committee. Who is getting reimbursed (and why?)? And how is it being abused? Thirdly, what is it you are trying to accomplish? A school fund raiser? A parade? A camping trip? I’m sure I’ll have more questions, but as a long time committee chair of numerous volunteer events, these ought to help me get started. One more question: What is your role in this committee?