ACA Board Members
2025 ACA Board of Directors
Contact your ACA Board via email at Info@OurArchdale.com
ACA Officers
Marty Besancon
President
Marty and her family have called Archdale home for 25 + years (Sherbrooke Lane in Brookshire section).
She transitioned from board member to principal executive officer of the Archdale Civic Association demonstrating her passionate commitment and leadership in advancing the community’s interests.
Her appreciation for the community is rooted in its prime location, exceptional DD2 school district, diverse home styles, and friendly neighbors, all of which foster a nurturing, vibrant atmosphere that she is dedicated to enhancing.
Contact: mbesancon8179@gmail.com
Angelika Dorsch-Bruckner
Vice President
Angelika is a German native who has since become a naturalized citizen; and has lived in Archdale Patio Homes section for 10+ years.
Having previously held the position of Vice President on the ACA Board for several years, she made her return in 2024 to leverage her skills, knowledge, and energy to benefit both the Board and the community.
In addition to her role on the Board, she also serves as the webmaster for this website and is the administrator of ACA’s Facebook page.
Contact: VicePresident@OurArchdale.com
Rhonda Sweatman
Treasurer
Rhonda has lived in Archdale for over 30 years (Palmetto Bluff Drive).
She previously served as ACA’s Secretary and transitioned to treasurer learning the responsibilities of establishing and managing the Association’s checking and savings accounts, collecting and depositing all revenues, and making payments for appropriated funds while maintaining receipts and approved set of financial records available for audit of the South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act.
She treasures living in the community primarily for its convenient location, excellent school district, and the friendly neighbors, all of which contribute to a fulfilling and supportive environment for her and her family.
Contact: Treasurer@OurArchdale.com
Joe Friend
Secretary
Joe Friend, a long-time resident of the Charleston area, has recently relocated to the Archdale neighborhood with his family.
He is not a ‘new’ face as he served with our beloved and thriving Ashley River Fire Department Fire Department which was dedicated to and had faithfully served our community for 40 years but was closed down by the Dorchester County Council on July 1, 2019, as part of ‘budgetary’ measures redirecting to enhance other communities.
He has joined the ACA Board to contribute his efforts towards growing and strengthening our neighborhood community.
Contact: Secretary@OurArchdale.com
Board Members
Brett Stephens
Board Member
Brett is a North Charleston native, and lives in Archdale Patio Homes section with his wife and young daughter.
Brett joined the board in 2024 and is interested in enhancing our ACA membership while promoting initiatives focused around neighborhood beautification and safety.
Ted Hucks
Board Member
Ted has been a resident of Archdale for over 30 years, specifically in the Knightsbridge Dr. area of the Sterling Forest section.
Along with his wife Eleanor he cleans up the Archdale Boulevard on a regular basis and they readily offer assistance whenever there’s a need. His/their commitment to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for many years reflects their strong dedication to the neighborhood community.
Ted’s appreciation for his great neighbors highlights the sense of community spirit and connection that makes living in the area special!
Jodi Smith
Board Member
Jodi and her husband Raymond moved to Archdale (Botany Bay Blvd) at the end of 2022 and quickly fell in love with the neighborhood’s beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
With over 30 years of experience as a special education teacher and a history of supporting the Special Olympics in East Tennessee, Jodi is eager to contribute to her new community.
Exited about exploring the Lowcountry and its history, she looks forward to fostering resident involvement and helping Archdale thrive.
Robin Scarborough Roxas
Board Member
Robin, a lifelong Charlestonian with deep family roots dating back to 1802, fulfilled her long-held dream of living in Archdale (Botany Bay Blvd) when she, her husband Emerito, and mother Rosemarie moved there in April 1996.
After Emerito’s military service, they found a house that felt like home at first sight.
With her background as a paralegal and a genuine passion for her community, Robin decided to get actively involved by joining the Archdale board to support and enhance the neighborhood she loves.
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Encompasses:
- monthly virtual Board meeting attendance via 1 hour Google Meet -12x/year
- Quarterly ACA General meeting attendance in-person 1 hour 4x/year
- 2025 ACA membership of $50/year