Members Present: Mark Becerra, Mike Collins, Pastor Ron Hovick, Karl Larsen, Mark Lechner, Pat Milliken, Alicia Saenz
Members Absent: Sheri Barker, Juanita Celis, David Perez
Non-Voting Members Present: Brett Perkins, Diane Flint Wages
Past President Karl Larsen convened the meeting at 6:30 p.m. and called on Pastor Ron for prayer.
Change Leadership Team Meeting
The session for brainstorming ways to increase income was tabled until an informal congregational meeting can be held.
Election of 2012 Officers
Election of Council Officers for 2012 was facilitated by Past President Larsen.
President: Sheri Barker – Nominated by Mark Lechner, seconded by Pastor Ron. Approved unanimously.
Vice President: Mark Lechner – Nominated by Pastor Ron, seconded by Pat. Approved unanimously.
Secretary: Pat Milliken – Nominated by Pastor Ron, seconded by Mark Becerra. Approved unanimously.
Treasurer: Diane Flint Wages (a non-voting Council member) – Nominated for appointment (without responsibility for budget development) by Pastor Ron, seconded by Pat. Approved unanimously.
Past President Larsen turned the meeting over to Vice President Lechner and left the meeting with appreciation from the Council for his service.
Council Business
Motion by Mark Becerra, seconded by Mike: To approve the minutes of the January19, 2012 meeting. Motion passed unanimously.
Financial Reports – It was noted that at an informal meeting held after services, Council agreed by consensus to lower the Benevolence payment for the 4th quarter to $3,000 due to budget constraints.
Diane Flint Wages proved the January financial review. The year is off to a strong start with income exceeding expenses by $10,400. However, of that amount, $8,000 was designated for loan repayment. Income for January was approximately $45,000. There were no unusual expenses for the month. Salaries and Benefits, Administration, and Buildings and Grounds were all in line with budget. In reviewing the Reserve Fund Analysis, she pointed out that Reserve Funds are $71,260 and Salaries and Benefits Expense are 57% of income. Mark Lechner requested that a line item be added for the 2012 rebuilding fund.
Regarding the 2012 budget, Brett reported that about half of the $20,000 shortfall will be covered through a gift and thought the balance of the shortfall would be covered by March.
Sunday, March 3, was designated as the date for the discussion with the congregation regarding the budget.
Old Business
Mexican Fiesta (March 24) – Discussion took place regarding the number of people who would attend, and activities and food that would be provided. Alicia is to clarify her vision for the event. Brett will make an announcement about the event at Sunday services and ask for volunteers to help. It was agreed that it is important to get the youth group involved.
Black wall in Jacobson Hall – Brett had spoken with Betty Chen from Glory Lutheran and she has no objections to changing the black wall in Jacobson Hall. Different ideas for covering the wall were discussed. Brett noted that the projection screen needs to be replaced.
YMCA Usage of Facilities – The item was tabled.
New Business
Nominating Committee – Mark Lechner pointed out the need for a Nominating Committee to be appointed to nominate an Endowment Committee for 2012, and Council members and an Endowment Committee for 2013. Suggestions were made for members of the Nominating Committee and those individuals will be contacted by Brett and Mark.
Pastor’s Report – Pastor Ron reported that he had been called for jury service. He noted that the youth group had a successful camping trip to Big Bear.
Spanish Language Service Report –Alicia presented the bill for the PALLMM classes for $200. The funds will come from the Endowment account. The total for the year for four people will be $800.00.
Director of Operations Report – Brett asked for Council approval to lead the Stewardship efforts. He will ask two individuals to join him in the effort and will present their names for Council approval.
He is exploring options for use of the facilities.
Motion by Pastor Ron, seconded by Pat: To appoint Brett to lead the Stewardship effort. Motion carried unanimously.
Committee Reports – There were no committee reports.
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. and closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Patricia Milliken
Secretary