MVUC Board Meeting
March 6, 2007
 
Board Members Present
        Wendy Burns
        Lisa Guide
        Heather Harts'horn
        Kelly Jemison, YRUU Representative
        Joanne Masterson, Chair
        Jim Potter, Vice Chair
        Jane Nelson
        Raleigh Romine, Secretary
 
Board Members Absent
        Hal Holtzclaw
        Lauck Walton
 
Others Present
        Jamie Bobotek
        Ron Brandt
        Bill Clontz
        Joan Darrah
        Meagan Henry, DRE
        Lynne Kennedy
        Georgia Pourchot
        Marge Witting
       
 
The BoT met at 7:30 PM on March 6th.
 
Bill Clontz introduced Jamie Bobotek, an attorney working pro bono on the issue of the Rioux fence on MVUC property. Jamie presented the background of the situation, including the refusal of the the Rioux's to provide documentation of any easements MVUC might have granted in the past. After discussion, the BoT voted to send a letter to the Rioux's informing them of the intent of MVUC to formally reassert its rights to the property. It was decided to not request the immediate removal of the fence. It was noted that the location of the fence impacts the proposed renovation of the FHPS playground area.
 
The BoT heard several presentations from several groups on items to be voted on at the Annual Meeting.
 
Ron Brandt reported on the work of the Bylaws Task Force. Many suggested changes in policies have been made, although there are still more outstanding. The BoT authorized the Task Force to present their recommended changes to the Bylaws at the Annual Meeting. A summary of the changes will be sent as part of the Call mailing. The full changes will be available prior to and at the Meeting.
 
Lynn Kennedy presented the BoT the Nominating Committee? slates for Worship, Administration, Endowment? and Property Program chairs, GA Delegates, Ministerial Search Committee, and new BoT members.
 
Joan Darrah and Georgia Pourchot presented two resolutions for Social Action Congregational votes: the first would authorize MVUC GA delegates to advocate an Act of Immediate Witness at GA to repeal the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" law. The second would express MVUC's support for the UUA 2006 resolution on military involvement in Iraq and support for military personnel. The board authorized the inclusion of these resolutions in the annual meeting agenda.
 
Marge Witting presented the 2007-2008 Budget prepared by the Finance Committee. The BoT expressed concern at the fact the proposed budget continued an unsustainable series of deficits. The BoT requested the Finance Committee to prepare a more balanced budget with priority given to fixed expenses, salaries, and UUA/JPD dues. PMM and Programs will be funded as second priorities.
 
Lisa Napier presented a follow-up report on the DRE Start-UP Weekend facilitated by Rev. Carol Taylor. Lisa placed special emphasis on clarifying the role and expectations of the DRE including adding Adult RE to the job description. She also remarked on the need for a "leadership development committee"? to advise the BoT.? The DRE Relations Committee will be distributing a questionnaire on the roles and responsibilities of the DRE.
 
The BoT approved proposed charters for the Social Justice, Sunday Services, and Membership Development Committees. The charter for the Committee on Ministry was approved subject to minor revisions.
 
The BoT appointed Lisa Guide, Jim Potter, and Bill Clontz as the Interim Search Committee to work with the UUA on choosing an interim Minister. There will be a briefing for the Congregation on April 22nd by Ellen Cotts, the Ministerial Settlement Representative of the JPD.
 
The BoT received staff reports from the DRE and Business Administrator. Meagan reemphasized the need to pursue the goals from the DRE Start-Up Weekend.
 
The BoT approved the recommendations of the Susan B. Anthony Fund. THe SBA Committee noted that some items have been postponed and more recommendations may be made later.
 
Wendy Burns reported on the nominees for Recognition Sunday.
 
The meeting adjourned at 10:15PM.