At our August 2010 board meeting, the following items were covered. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact any member of the Board. Church Finances: Contributions continue to be below budget and are now down $12,900. This is roughly equivalent to two weeks’ worth of contributions. Expenses, however, are also under budget, primarily due to items that will not be incurred until later in the year. The result of both contributions and expenses being under budget is that net revenue is on target. Total contributions will be monitored on a weekly basis. If the downward trend continues, church leaders will make an assessment at the end of September to see what actions may need to be taken to assure the church stays within budget for the year. Policies and Procedures: The rescreening process was discussed to ensure it is manageable, yet doesn’t compromise the risk protection for the church, children, and volunteers.
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Note: We welcome church members who have an interest in observing and learning more about how the board operates and the function it serves to attend one of the meetings. The board generally meets the third Thursday of each month at 7:30pm. Two meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call. The third meeting is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix. The next such meeting will be Thursday, September 16, 2010. If you would like to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance to confirm the location of the meeting. This will also help us ensure there is sufficient space for all attendees. Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board: Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
May 2010 Report from the Board of Trustees
Monday, 31 May 2010
At our May 2010 board meeting, the following items were covered. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact any member of the Board. Church Finances: Year-to-date 2010 income and expenses were reviewed and discussed. Most items were in line with the budget, though contributions have declined further (4% year-to-date). Other differences between actual and budgeted expenses are due to expected payments being made earlier or later than originally planned. Document Retention: Review and discussion of document retention guidelines. Policies and Procedures: Review of progress made on uploading and finalizing church policies, procedures, and supporting documents. Discussion of policy approval process.
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Note: We welcome church members who have an interest in observing and learning more about how the board operates and the function it serves to attend one of the meetings. The board generally meets the third Thursday of each month at 7:30pm. Two meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call. The third meeting is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix. The next such meeting will be Thursday, September 16, 2010. If you would like to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance to confirm the location of the meeting. This will also help us ensure there is sufficient space for all attendees.
Thank you for your trust and support. Respectfully submitted by your Board: Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
December 2009 Board of Trustees Update
Monday, 01 February 2010
At our December 2009 board meeting, the following items were covered.If you have any questions, feel free to contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review of 2009 actual revenue and expenses. Most items were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue.There was also a presentation, discussion,and approval of the 2010 budget.The 2010 budget and 2009 full year revenue and expenses will be presented to the Church at the Annual Meeting in February.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call.The third meeting is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance since there is limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting.
If you have a particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be considered for a future meeting
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
November 2009 Board of Trustees Update
Monday, 14 December 2009
At our November 2009 board meeting, the following items were covered. If you have any questions, feel free to contact any member of the Board. Church Finances: Routine review. Most items were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue. Discussion regarding service contracts. Policies and Procedures: Discussions regarding safety precautions for the Teen Ministry and Children’s Ministry. Annual Meeting: Discussion regarding preparations for 2010 Annual Meeting.
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Note: Board meetings are generally held the third Thursday of each month at 7:30pm. Two meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call. The third meeting is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance since there is limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting. If you have a particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be considered for a future meeting. Thank you for your trust and support. Respectfully submitted by your Board: Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
October 2009 Report from Board of Trustees
Monday, 26 October 2009
At our
October 2009 board meeting, the following items were covered.If you have any questions, feel free to
contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review. Most items
were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and
revenue.There was also a brief
discussion around key factors to consider before a church pursues the purchase
of a building.Note, at this time there
is no plan to actively seek a property.
IMS:Approval given to release check of
$35,000 from Special Missions collection to the International Missions Society.
Policies and Procedures:Discussion around screening process for Youth
Ministry volunteers.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third
Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two
meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call.The third meeting is usually held at the home
of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance since there is
limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting.
If you have a particular topic
you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please contact Mike Villars,
board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be considered for a
future meeting.
Thank
you for your trust and support.
Respectfully
submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri
Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles,
and Mike Villars.
August 2009 Board of Trustees Update
Tuesday, 01 September 2009
August 2009 Report from the Board of Trustees
At our August 2009 board meeting, the following items were
covered.If you have any questions, feel
free to contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review.
Most items were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue.There was a brief discussion of contingency
plans should contribution shortfalls not be made up in the coming weeks and
months.
Policies and
Procedures:Discussion around
wording of policies for Youth Ministry.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third
Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two meetings in each quarter are conducted
via conference call.The third meeting
is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like
to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance
since there is limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting.
If you have a
particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please
contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be
considered for a future meeting
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg
Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
May 2009 Update
Thursday, 23 July 2009
May 2009 Report from the Board of Trustees
At our May 2009 board meeting, the following items were
covered.If you have any questions, feel
free to contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review.
All items were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue.
Risk Management:The Board had a conference call with the
church’s insurance agent to discuss any areas of risk exposure and ways in
which the church can be further protected.
Conflict of Interest:The Board members reviewed the church policy
on conflict of interest and signed a statement indicating they understand the
policy and will abide by it.This is an
annual process for all Board members.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third
Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two meetings in each quarter are conducted
via conference call.The third meeting
is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like
to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance
since there is limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting.
If you have a
particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please
contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be
considered for a future meeting
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg
Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
June/July 2009 Update
Thursday, 23 July 2009
June and July 2009 Report from the Board of
Trustees
At our June and July 2009 board meetings, the following
items were covered.If you have any
questions, feel free to contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review.
All items were in line with the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue.
Review of Audit
Results:Teri Giannetti reported on
plans to address areas in SNH needing
follow-up.
Policies and
Procedures:Discussion of status on
various open items addressing findings in the 2009 audit of church policies and
procedures.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third
Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two meetings in each quarter are conducted
via conference call.The third meeting
is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, if you would like
to attend, please call Mike Villars in advance
since there is limited space and to confirm the location of the meeting.
If you have a
particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please
contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be
considered for a future meeting
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg
Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
April 2009 Report from Board of Trustees
Tuesday, 23 June 2009
At our April 2009 board meeting, the following items were covered.If you have any questions, feel free to
contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:Routine review. All items were in line with
the plan for the month and year-to-date expenses and revenue.
Policies and
Procedures:The Board reviewed progress
and next steps on open items. Topics covered were
Youth and Teen Ministries.
Review of Audit
Results:Audit results for the Portsmouth Children’s
Ministry were shared with the Board members.At the next meeting Teri Giannetti will report on plans to address areas
in SNH and Portsmouth needing correction or follow-up.
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Note:Board meetings are generally held the third Thursday of each month at
7:30pm.Two meetings in each quarter are
conducted via conference call.The third
meeting is usually held at the home of Mike & Laura Fix; however, please call Mike Villars in advance if you plan to come since there
is limited space and to confirm location of the meeting.
If you have a particular topic you’d like
to bring to the attention of the Board, please contact Mike Villars, board
president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be considered for a future
meeting.
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom
Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
March 2009 Report from Board of Trustees
Tuesday, 23 June 2009
At our March 2009 board meeting, the
following items were covered.If you
have any questions, feel free to contact any member of the Board.
Church Finances:The Year-to-date expenses and revenue
were reviewed and discussed.
Election of
Officers:The
following individuals were elected to Board offices…Mike Villars, President;
Carol Searles, Vice President, Teri Giannetti, Secretary, Jeff Richards,
Treasurer.In addition, Mike Klein
agreed to serve as an adviser on the use of technology.
Review of Audit
Results:Teri
Giannetti reported on the results of the audits of the following
functions…Children’s Ministry, Teen Ministry, Counting Team, and
Benevolence.There were no major
infractions.The audit results will be
reviewed with the individuals who manage each of these functions.They will, in turn, prepare an action plan on
how to strengthen any areas of weaknesses.An audit of the Portsmouth Children’s Ministry will be performed
shortly.
Board Member
Training:Mike
Villars led the board members through a training session to ensure all members
are aware of their roles and responsibilities as board members.
Note:Board meetings are generally held the third
Thursday of each month at 7:30pm.Two
meetings in each quarter are conducted via conference call.The third meeting is usually held at the home
of Mike & Laura Fix; however, please call Mike Villars in advance if you plan to come since there is limited space and to confirm
location of the meeting.
If you have a
particular topic you’d like to bring to the attention of the Board, please
contact Mike Villars, board president, prior to the meeting so the topic can be
considered for a future meeting.
Thank you for your trust and support.
Respectfully submitted by your Board:Mike Fix, Teri Giannetti, Mike Klein, Greg
Martin, Jeff Richards, Tom Rushton, Carol Searles, and Mike Villars.
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