Church Constitution- This will open a pdf version of the constitution, with the modifications made at the 2012 annual meeting.
Church Council Highlights March 27, 2012:
MSP is an abbreviation for motion moved, seconded and passed.
Church Council Highlights March 27, 2012
MSP is an abbreviation for motion moved, seconded and passed.
MSP Acceptance of the Trustees Church Audit- Steve Sible provided details on eight recommendations proposed for financial management of the church. He said the church’s overall financial condition was excellent.
MSP a motion to explore starting the George and Carol Lamb Legacy Fund to promote a speaker’s series at FCCB.
MSP a motion to approve Stacy Miller as church historian.
MSP a motion that the phrase “We support marriage equality” be posted on the church reader board intermittently through election year.
MSP a motion to move unused funds from the Youth Coordinator position to cover chaperone costs on the upcoming youth mission trip.
The Budget Committee is in the process of forming.
The Visioning/Strategic Planning Retreat Committee- goal of retreat on May 5 is to start developing action steps for the future of the church. Council members, board chairs and interested church members are encouraged to attend the Saturday 9 am – 1 pm retreat.
Treasurer’s Report: Income and expenses are looking good during the first two months and there are no real trends and no surprises this early in the year. The year-to-date balance is a positive $35,000.
Church Council Highlights February 28, 2012
MSP is an abbreviation for motion moved, seconded and passed.
Treasurer’s Report- An overview of how to read the report, with fuller reporting in March.
Restructure Task Force (Phase II)- Reported that various groups within the congregation are being surveyed on what works and doesn’t work for their groups in our current organizational structure. In future these same questions will be brought forward to the entire congregation as the task force gathers information to determine recommendations on re-organization.
Visioning/Strategic Planning Committee-Has tentatively planned for a retreat for May 5 and 6 for council members, board chairs and any interested members to develop future goals for our congregation.
March ONA Resolution Anniversary Celebration and Roundtable Discussion on upcoming Marriage Equality initiative- Report from the Just Peace Church Committee on the details of these March events.
Trustees Church Audit- Several recommendations proposed for modifying endowment fund management.
MSP (with three abstentions) Approved supporting Mission & Justice Board in hosting the Annual International Day of Peace event at FCCB . M&J will consult with the Trustees over the details.
MSP- approved Mission & Justice board request to display Interfaith Auction bike and sell tickets to the event in the Narthex.
MSP approved letter sent to Governor Gregoire thanking her for supporting marriage equality.
MSP approved Personnel Committee’s recommendation.
MSP approved Urgent Use Policy (Policy # 2012-1)
Discussed the possibility of moving our fiscal year from Jan-Dec to July-June to better coordinate with the program cycle of the church. Committee formed to investigate pros and cons of such a change.
Church Council Highlights January 10, 2012:
Note: MSP is the abbreviation for “Moved, Seconded and Passed.”
Budget Committee reported on January 8 congregational meeting and feedback received.
MSP approve proposed 2012 annual operating budget for presentation to the congregation at the Annual Meeting.
Nominating Committee reported 93% of board vacancies filled. Restructure Task Force Phase II will survey members on boards, committees and Council regarding their experiences while serving. Summaries of pastor reviews submitted by boards, committees and Council were discussed. Pastors found them helpful. MSP approve proposed amendments to the Constitution for presentation to the congregation at the Annual Meeting. MSP approve Kent’s 2012 housing allowance = $18,000 MSP approve Tara’s 2012 housing allowance = $16,800 MSP approve announcement at Annual Meeting of designated Deacon Emeritus End of Year Financial Report: YTD Income $601,203.59 YTD Expenses $593,762.55 Difference $ 7,441.04 carry forward to 2012 operating budget (due to some pledges coming in higher and some expenses coming in lower than anticipated) Church Council Highlights December 13, 2011: Note: MSP is the abbreviation for “Moved, Seconded and Passed.” 236 – pledges received so far totaling just under $500,000. Budget Committee continues its work and will report at a January 8 congregational meeting. MSP approve a letter to the congregation from the Moderator detailing the 2012 budget and requesting additional pledge support to fund that budget. MSP approve preliminary budget priorities as Minister of Music, Parental Leave Reserve, worship services expenses, OCWM and Major Maintenance Fund MSP approve FCCB participation in the January 16 Martin Luther King Jr Poverty Action March and Essential Needs collection MSP approve acceptance of funds from Hal and Lynn Vaughn for the Larry Green Endowment Fund for Major Maintenance. Financial Report 11/30/11: YTD income $538,001.55 YTD expenses $537,972.36 Difference $ 29.19 Church Council Highlights November 29, 2011: Note: MSP is the abbreviation for “Moved, Seconded and Passed.” Therese Holm reported that, as of today, 220 pledges have been returned totaling $473,346. This year’s Stewardship goal is for 100% participation by pledging units (families and individuals). The Homeless Task Force is considering disbanding and emerging as a committee with a broader mission, perhaps a “Ministry of Care” as part of the re-structuring process. MSP to create an Outreach Committee as a committee of Church Council. Trustees and the Executive Leadership Team will draft a written policy to clarify the process for responding to emergency requests for use of church facilities. Preliminary November 30 Financial Results: YTD Revenue $537,991 YTD Expenses $537,972 Difference $ 19 Church Council Highlights October 25, 2011: Note: MSP is the abbreviation for “Moved, Seconded and Passed.” MSP 2011 Review of pastoral staff will come under the auspices of Church Council in conjunction with the Personnel Committee to be completed by December 31, 2011 MSP accept Review of Lead Pastor Kent French as presented and signed by Moderator Doug Shepherd, Council Clerk Cheryll Blair and Rev. Kent French. MSP allow pastors to distribute their one month health insurance reimbursement at their discretion. Financial Report:
YTD Income $425,720.31
YTD Expense $432,549.43
Difference ($ 6,829.12)