6:39 PM – Called to Order
Opening words and Chalice Lighting was led by Annette Pearce.
Reviewed Board Covenant.
The agenda was reviewed and motion to approve was passed.
Last month’s meeting minutes and finance reports were reviewed and motion to approve was passed.
Annette reminded all present to be mindful process observers. All present agreed.

Finance Committee
Ken reported the Finance Committee reviewed past endowment fund documents to ensure they provide accurate information to the Board in January. They will also be providing a budget request to the congregation with the hopes they are returned in the middle of January. The UUA is recommending a two percent increase for staff salaries across the board. Ken is working with others regarding the UUA’s recommendations as well as the cost of living to determine the best course of action for the future.

Committee on Shared Ministry (COSM)
Annette reported Erika Frisby has gotten a new job and will be moving to Hawaii. The COSM and the Right Relations Committee are working together but are separate entities. We need to start organizing for the COSM. Nao has previously expressed interest in serving on the COSM. Annette offered to take the lead by contacting Nao and Erika to gather more information.

Canvass Committee
Debby Tipton has agreed to lead the Canvass Committee and Jennifer Carver will also be on the team. They hope to continue this year’s canvass as a stewardship mission. They also hope to keep a lot of it online to keep costs down.

Personnel Committee
We still need someone to Chair the Personnel Committee. We will put it in the announcements and The Meridian.

Manual of Policies and Procedures (MPP)
Sadie spoke on the need to continue working on the MPP. Annette committed to go through the revised one, to be sent to the Board in January, 2026, and we will go from there. Bonnie recommended we do a workshop focusing on the MPP.

Grounds
Bonnie stated she and Len found a new shed and put a deposit on it. They proposed the acquisition of the shed to the Finance Committee and are waiting on approval. They have also been notified of donations for the shed coming in January. She wonders who needs to sign for the shed once it is purchased. Kim said she believes the Board President or the Treasurer would sign, but it should be in the bylaws.

Pastoral Care
Sally reported David Wheeler is not interested in providing Pastoral Care but is interested in leading services periodically.

UUCT Insurance
Ken continues to work on obtaining property insurance for us. He has some leads and will keep us posted.

Share the Plate Committee
Ken has been speaking with the Share the Plate Committee regarding potential restructuring of donation distribution. He will keep us updated.

Finance Committee
Ken is stepping down as Chair of the Endowment Committee. Bob Keenan has expressed an interest in assisting with Legacy Giving.

Safety Committee
Bonnie and the Safety Committee continue to work on safety protocols and signage. A discussion was had regarding safety policies and procedures as well as the wording of various safety signage. It was decided to bring this discussion to the next GLOW meeting for feedback. Further information will also be noted in The Meridian.

Updates
Annette reviewed the Sabbatical Plan for when Rev. Robin Gray was on sabbatical. She believes we need a similar document in place since we are currently without a minister. It would be a general contact list for people to go to with various questions or needs. She will speak with Adriane and would like us to review the Sabbatical Plan as well so we can come up with priorities for the next six months.

Announcements
The UU General Assembly (GA) will be entirely online in June of 2026. The North Florida Cluster of UU congregations continues to meet and collaborate. Annette will keep us posted on any developments.

Closing Discussion
Process observations were shared by members of the Board.
January church lock-up dates were assigned.
Our next Board meeting will be January 22nd, 2026 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

8:20 PM – Adjourned

Board Members Present:
Annette Pearce, President
Bonnie Abellera, President Elect
Ken Kent, Finance
Sally Andersen, Member at Large
Kim Ross, Member at Large
Sadie Ragans, Secretary

Prepared by Sadie Ragans, Secretary (January 8, 2026)