Board Meeting Summary from May 15, 2024
Here is a summary of the key points from the GNUUC Board Meeting on May 15, 2024:
- The Board discussed feedback from the recent informational meeting on May 5th. There were many questions from the congregation about the nominating committee process and a lack of understanding and trust around what the Board does.
- The Board reviewed and approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. Total income is projected at $121,230 including increased pledge income, fundraising, and rental income from New Leaf School. Expenses total $121,230 with UUA dues, minister compensation, and building maintenance being discussed in depth.
- A new contract with New Leaf School was approved for August 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025, at $2,075/month rent with no increase from the current year.
- Plans were made for the upcoming Annual Congregational Meeting on May 19:
- Tellers were assigned to count votes (Theresa and Carol in person, Claire on Zoom)
- The Board discussed how to handle potential nominations from the floor for the 5 Board positions up for re-election. Information will be provided on each nominee's background.
- There was discussion on changing the bylaws to allow for a mid-year congregational meeting to elect the nominating committee earlier in the fiscal year. This will be announced as a future consideration.
- Throughout the discussion, there was an underlying theme of needing to build more trust and transparency between the Board and congregation, with some congregants feeling the Board's activities are not well understood. Publishing meeting minutes has helped but further efforts will be made to keep the congregation informed of the Board's work and decision-making.
In summary, the Board approved next year's budget and school lease, planned for the annual meeting, and discussed ways to improve communication and trust with the congregation going forward. Specific action items were assigned to announce potential bylaw changes and provide nominee information at the annual meeting.