January 28, 2013

PARTNERSHIP FOR FLOYD

MONTHLY MEETING

January 28, 2013

President Jack Wall presided and called the meeting to order; introductions were made.  A quorum was attained.  This was the Annual Membership meeting.

Present were:  Karin Grosshans, Anne Pendrak, Alexis Bressler, Shana Maron Kennedy, Jane Cundiff, Jack Wall, Sarah Hunter, Barbara Pleasant, and Dede McGrath.

Minutes:  The minutes from November 26, 2012, were approved as read.  There was no meeting in December 2012.

Treasurers’ Reports: 

General Fund:  Treasurer Karin Grosshans reported that we had an account balance of $1806.73.  She reported that she had not paid the SCC Annual fee ($25) and it was due by the end of January.  She requested permission to pay the fee on-line, but indicated there was an additional $2 fee to do so.  It was decided to allow her to pay the SCC fee on line with the additional on-line fee.  Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.  Karin also reminder members that dues were due.

County Professional Support Fund:  Treasurer Karin Grosshans reported that there had been no activity since the last report; the account balance remains at $2692.50.  Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.  Jack reported that the Task Force did not use as much of the funds as anticipated, though the grant funds were used first and what is left is from local donations.  Jack indicated that some of the funds would be used for refreshments for the up-coming Agricultural & Forestry Task Force Community Presentation on Feb. 4.  He also indicated that an Advisory Committee may continue working in the future.

Park Fund:  Jane reported for Park Treasurer Betty Lineberry that the checking account balance was $10,721.05 and the total account balance was $14,737.66.  During this period a $440 bill from Shortt for ditching for the power line was paid out; a $500 donation from the Floyd County woman’s Club was received.  Betty’s report is attached and incorporated by reference. 

           

Old Business:

Park Planning Committee Report: 

Pavilion:  Jack reported for Betty that the ramp had been completed and that we had received bills.  APCO had decided they could use the pole by the bathrooms and had installed boxes; there is a bill for ground wire which they did not furnish.  Painting was completed except for rails.  We received a bill for painting, however, we will hold the bill until the rails are finished (weather permitting).  We received a bill from Tobie Blankenship for electrical.  He gave us a bargain.  We received a bill from Professional Builders for framing, hemlock siding, and siding installation.  Lighting fixtures have been ordered from Woody.  We will need gutters.

Plaques:  Jane reported she and Margie were working on the plaques.  The plaques would need to be sturdy, outdoor plaques and thus may be expensive.  They are still researching.

Traynham Shelter:  Jane reported that we would not be able to fill dirt with stone on top; stone would have to be used from the bottom up or use block and then stone.  We should have enough money to complete whichever way we go

Signs:  Woody is waiting on contact from the Town.

Nominating Committee:  The Nominating Committee had the following to report:

Board of Directors:

-       Anne First, Mitch Cundiff, and Mike Maslaney had indicated that they would not be able to complete their terms and continue on the board at this time.

-       Karen Hodges and Betty Lineberry agreed to serve another term on the board.

-       Barbara Pleasant agreed to serve on the board.

-       The Nominating Committee presented the following slate for election/re-election to the Board:  Barbara Pleasant, Karen Hodges, and Betty Lineberry.  A motion was made, seconded, and passed to accept the slate of directors as presented.

Officers:  The Nominating presented the following slate of officers for 2013:  President – Anne Pendrak, Vice-President – Jack Wall, Recording Secretary – Dede McGrath, Corresponding Secretary – Jane Cundiff, and Treasurer – Karin Grosshans.  A motion was made, seconded, and passed to accept the slate of officers as presented.

Earth Day 2013:  Jane reported the Earth Day Committee (formerly Lands Sake) met and begin preliminaries for the event.  The name of the event was changed to “Floyd Earth Day 2013” and will be held on April 20, 2013, at the Eco Village from 10 am – 4 pm.  The event will include tours of the Eco Village, children’s activities, lectures – including one on composting by Barbara, possibly and eco panel with Lydeana Martin, possibly a recycle/up-cycle craft contest or display, natures hikes and more.  Dede will help with advertizing; Sarah and Ellie will help with kids’ activities.

Book Reading:  It was reported that the “Town that Food Saved” book reading was well received and might be repeated with other books.

New Business:  None.

Announcements:  None.

Meeting was adjourned.  Next meeting will be Monday, February 25, at 6:30 pm at Wall Residences.   

Respectfully submitted,

Dede McGrath,

Recording Secretary