Summary of Meeting on September 19, 2023

1. Hall Options Committee –A proposed floor plan was presented showing an option for rearranged washrooms, foodbank rooms, offices, electrical and mechanical systems. These would need to be relocated if we sell the hall. The architect will meet with all current users in order to flesh out requirements, and a cost analysis will follow.
2. Facilities – We have been awarded a Facilities Innovation Grant of $7500 for upgrades to the Sanctuary AV system. This will allow for new screens, camera, controls, and connections to the church audio. Removing the pews was also presented as an opportunity to make better use of the space for worship and other activities. These can replace the old pews in the balcony. Motions: that we remove the first three rows of pews in the sanctuary, and authorize necessary funds for them to be professionally moved to the balcony.
3. The Transition Team presented a Behavioral Covenant and Communication Strategy for approval; those will be posted. Motion: Approved.
4. Presented financial update showing a deficit position currently.
5. Invitation from AST. The United Church Foundation, which has a granting program, will host a reception on Monday, Sept 25th.This is an opportunity to meet the people who award grants to new ministry initiatives.

Cathy McLeod, Secretary, Official Board