Board Minutes: February 2025

Board Attendees: Chase Den Beste, Marty Beech, Annette Pearce, Kim Ross, Sally Andersen, Alden Hutchison

Invited Attendees: Rev. E.N. Hill, Greg DeAngelo, and Gwendolyn Waldorf

The agenda review and revisions took place, followed by a motion to approve the consent agenda and minutes, which was approved. The consent agenda included the approval of the January 2025 Minutes and January 2025 Finance Reports.

The minister shared key updates and noted that UUMA Renewal Support is due by July 1, 2025.

Liaisons provided updates and Gwendolyn presented a draft list of committees and ministry teams compiled by the Leadership Development Team. The list is still under review by COM and will then be reviewed by GLOW. A motion to appoint Gwendolyn Waldorf as the head of the editorial committee for editing proposed changes to the MPP passed unanimously.

A review of the Congregational Meeting was presented, along with updates on the UUCT Future Ministry meetings and the Music Director search. Leadership training with Kim and Erika from the UUA was also discussed and clarified.

Banner replacement was discussed. A motion to approve the expenditure from the Special Communications Fund for the replacement of the double-sided banner was unanimously approved.

The Community Relationship Building Covenant for space rentals was discussed, with a suggestion that others review the rental agreements. Parade entry and potential T-shirt sales were also discussed, and a motion to approve up to $200 from the Community Connections Fund to cover the parade entry fee and small supply costs was unanimously approved.

Upcoming events and responsibilities were noted, including the March 2 potluck, the March 27 board meeting, and lockup signup.