6:37 PM – Called to Order 

Opening words and Chalice Lighting was led by Annette Pearce. Following a check-in with all attendees, the agenda was reviewed and motion to approve was passed. 

August meeting minutes were approved along with the proposal to summarize a portion of the minutes in the interest of The Meridian. 

August Finance Committee Reports were approved. 

Process Observer 

Annette reminded all present to be mindful process observers. All present agreed. 

COSM (Committee on Shared Ministry), Right Relations Team, & Worship Co-Lab, Erika Frisby 

Erika Frisby provided several updates regarding COSM, the Right Relations Team, and the Worship Co-Lab. COSM currently consists of Erika and Fenix Moon. The Right Relations Team currently consists of Aun-Drey Brown, Brian Ross, and Fenix Moon. 

Erika stated that, per their last meeting, COSM and the Co-Lab will combine beginning in October. This will be beneficial while Alessandra is on parental leave. Erika will keep us updated. 

Annette stated the Board and GLOW (Growing, Leading Ourselves Whole) needs to take a look at how we and they can help COSM accomplish their goals.

Staff Liaison Reports: 

Annette reported Adriane is planning a staff retreat in October. The retreat may also contain the staff orientation. Adriane has also received a request for a new fundraiser from FSU. It is proposed to be held an evening between November 7-9, 2025. Discussions were had around specifics but we will need to work out the details with FSU. 

Annette will get more information from FSU before we vote on this. 

Bonnie will send the Board the previously used contracts and check-lists for similar fundraisers. Proposed Additional Church Sexton, Bonnie Abellera 

● Bonnie moved to: 

○ Approve the concept of exploring the creation of another Sexton position at UUCT. Without the services of a minister, the board charges the President-Elect to meet with the appropriate support staff and the Personnel Committee to develop a full proposal for consideration at the December Board meeting. 

■ Motion approved. 

Bonnie stated several points of why this should be explored by the Board including: 1. Les works very hard 14 hours a week and isn’t interested in working more. 2. On Church workdays, Bonnie and Len are typically the only two people who routinely show up to catch up on projects around the grounds. 

3. Adriane stated Rev. E.N. had mentioned another sexton awhile ago. 

Grounds and Safety 

We are tabling the banner discussion until after the bathrooms are finished. Bonnie, Len, and volunteers are continuing progress on the bathroom remodels. 

Bonnie has organized painting of our crosswalks. This event will take place October 11th during Church Workday hours. 

There is a meeting for the Safety Committee at the Picklepad Wednesday, October 1st from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. All are invited to give input. 

Board Retreat 

Annette has reserved Lichgate on High Road Saturday, October 14th from 11:00AM – 4:00 PM for the Board Retreat. We are hoping to discuss COSM, the Endowment Fund, goals for the Board for the rest of the year, create a Board covenant, and Legacy Planning.

Closing Discussion 

Process observations were shared by members of the Board. October church lock-up dates were assigned. 

8:09 PM – Adjourned 

Board Members Present: 

Annette Pearce, President 

Bonnie Abellera, President-Elect 

Ken Kent, Finance 

Sally Andersen, Member at Large 

Sadie Ragans, Secretary 

Others Invited: 

Erika Frisby

Prepared by Sadie Ragans, Secretary (October 13, 2025)