Agenda Construction: Naomi asked that a request for open accounts be discussed; Sharon asked for a discussion on the pledge/giving, and Jennine added one item to be discussed at the end of the meeting.

Correspondence: The Board received a bill for a policy change to the liability policy to add the Christian Science Building as an additional insured, $16 for the year starting 7/1/04.

Minutes were approved as submitted by Norb Gallery for the meeting of October 11, 2004.

Administrative Assistant: It was reported by Elisabeth Hathaway prior to the meeting that eight applicants were being considered for the position of administrative assistant. Several looked promising.

Pledge/giving: Sharon asked about the concept of pledging to the congregation, but being able to designate some to areas of particular concern that may arise, for example, Jennine's Florida work, as well as other needs that may arise. It was explained that the pledge income has been dedicated to the operations of the church as approved by the congregation, but that some targeted giving has occurred outside the pledges, such as for newspaper advertising, religious education, etc. She understood and decided to incorporate that concept in her pledge amount.

Open Accounts: It was agreed that Naomi would check into having an open account at Kinko's for people who routinely need copies made. It was also agreed that she would look into having a standing order at Noah's Bagels that would be ready to be picked up and paid for by the member who had volunteered that week. Naomi will report back.

Equipping the Office
Telephone: One line can accommodate both DSL and phone line. The amount is $9.80, and a new number will be necessary. The current number can be used as a referral to the correct number, and after six months, a refund for the remaining months can be obtained. AT&T will not wire into the building. Norb will see if he can bring the line in, and he will also check into a telephone instrument with several mail boxes.
Computer: Greg will check with Christian on what kind of computer necessary, bargains, etc.
Heater: Greg will check with Christian Science people to see if they would furnish a heater for the office.
Bookcases: Sharon will donate one bookcase, and loan another bookcase to the office.
Rug: Sharon will look into getting a rug for the office floor.

Religious Education Report Sharon handed out a very well prepared report of accomplishments for October, and priorities for November.

Treasurer's Report Naomi reported that the checking account is running lower than the agreed upon $4000 because of added expenses this year. At this time, cash flow is a net negative, and may continue based on current receipts. She asked that instead of transferring the entire balance of the Money Market of $15,124 to World Savings CD, that $3000 be deposited in the checking account to cover expenses (particularly since over $1200 per month is moved out electronically), and the remaining $12,124 be transferred to World Savings. The board agreed and the withdrawal slip was signed.

Jennine's resignation was the last item of business. She submitted a letter of resignation as of December 31, 2004, at which time she will have served two years on the board. She is just beginning two new jobs, and she wants to concentrate her UU efforts on religious education and social justice issues. Efforts to persuade her to stay until July failed, and the board sadly and reluctantly accepted her resignation.

The next meeting will be at Norb's house December 13, at 7:30 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted: Naomi Davis

The proposed budget is based on the expenses the program has incurred since September of 2004. Of course, each month each category is not used. For example, we had had -0- expenses for party celebrations thus far. However, during this month of December with Hanukah and Christmas that category will definitely be used, with an expense greater than that of just one month.

Please feel free to call if you have any questions regarding this material.

Sincerely,