September 2024 Splinters

Here is a brief update from the September 25, 2024, Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting:

Key Highlights:

●     Financial Update:

○     The 2023 year-end deficit was lower than expected, thanks to cost savings. There are remaining COVID relief funds of about $53,000, which will cover the projected FY24 deficit.

○     Planning for the 2025 budget is underway, with a projected need for $514,000 in pledges. However, there is very little room to cut expenses.

●     RDC Lease Agreement:

○     A draft of the new lease agreement with the Refugee Development Center (RDC) is under review. The Board will hold a special meeting on October 4 to finalize it.

●     Ministerial Performance:

○     The Board reviewed Rev. Neal Anderson's year-end performance appraisal and accepted the report.

●     Congregational Survey:

○     The BoT plans to gather feedback from the congregation through a survey to help monitor progress towards the church’s Ends. More discussion will take place at the upcoming Board Retreat.

Upcoming Meetings:

●     October 4, 2024 – Special Board meeting to vote on the final RDC lease agreement.

●     October 6, 2024 – Board Retreat after church (noon-4 PM).

If you have any questions regarding Splinters from the Board or the work of your Board, please reach out to us. We look forward to your continued engagement.

Laura Ray, President
president@uulansing.org