May 20, 2010
In Attendance: Laurie Peterson, Doug Pals, Marv Rohn, Kevin Kelley, Jason Hoffman,
Pastor Ron Burcham, Mark Kramer, Lorrie Graaf, and Mark Pierson.
Scott Snyder was not present.
Visitor Recognition: Executive Director Bill Jesse was present.
Budget Review:
- Bill Jesse provided an overview of the proposed budget. Key points touched on
include:
- Adding line items to provide better tracking of all income.
- Mission (4500) and Catering (4851)
- Technology upgrades
- Custodian services – Looking to align with standard practices for
- supporting a building the size of Gloria Dei.
- There was discussion on the appropriate section of the budget to place the
allocation for wage increases. It was agreed that this would be under Wages.
- Discussion took place on the total increase to wages and benefits. A significant
portion is due to health care costs and this should be monitored closely to ensure
we are managing to our means. It was noted that the staff size is in alignment
with other churches of similar size.
- Pastor Burcham will present a plan on managing health care costs to the
Board in January, 2011.
- Doug Pals motioned to the budget for submittal to the congregation. Second by
Jason Hoffman. Motion carried.
Nominating Committee:
- Laurie Peterson provided an update from the Nominating Committee on the
Governing Board candidate selection process. She informed the Board that the
committee had identified three people who have accepted a nomination to the
Governing Board. The candidates are: Casey Fluegge, Pamela Henkel, and
Barbara Miles.
- Mark Kramer motioned to present the slate of candidates to the congregation.
Second by Marv Rohn. Motion carried.
Adjournment:
Doug Pals motioned to adjourn. Second by Laurie Peterson. The meeting was adjourned
at 9:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Kevin Kelley.
