Present: Francie Porter Snyder, Dorothy Long, Lisa Dalgleish, Jim McConnell, Joanne Johnson, Chris Sirotiak, David Sarra, Emily Hecht
Absent:  Janice Zerfas

I.    Call to Order– Francie
    A.    A meeting of the Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Board of Trustees, was held December 11, 2011. The meeting convened at 9:05 am, President Francie Porter Snyder presiding, and Lisa Dalgleish, secretary.

II.    President’s Report:
    A.    Religious Leader Contract—Jim’s signature needed

III.    Secretary’s Report—Lisa  
    A.    Approval of minutes: Motion was made by Chris, and seconded to approve the minutes of the October and November meetings. Motion carried.

IV.    Treasurer’s Report – Dorothy
    A.    Dorothy to breakout ‘sign’ and ‘parking lot’ under Building Improvements; no concerns at this point.
    B.    Target requested for Auction income; budgeted for $5000

V.    Reports
    A.    Religious Education – Dave
        1.    Children’s RE Service planned for 12/18; kids are planning to perform music
        2.    Speaking of Faith—Dave suggested considering fewer meetings each month due to waning attendance
        3.    December Movie/Potluck went well.  Winter movie night being considered
    B.    Minister – Jim
        1.    Soup Kitchen:  January 7, Benton Harbor; Janice helping with menu planning; service averages around 160-180; Children > 11 yrs encouraged to participate
    C.    Worship and Arts Committee (WAC)
        1.    Accompanist:  One applicant for the accompanist job. A WAC member will conduct an audition, date to be determined
        2.    Music Director:  WAC pleased with Gretchen’s contributions to Sunday services
    D.    Building & Grounds:  
        1.    Sign installed
        2.    Ramp Repair: B&G looking at options
    E.    CO/SA –Francie
        1.    Adopt a family identified for Christmas giving
    F.    Other Reports:
        1.    Home copier:  Dave purchased and submitted receipt for reimbursement; donation from Marilyn Klawiter to cover cost.
        2.    Office copier:  As long as the heating/cooling system keeps things at an even temperature, the machine works fine; otherwise, condensation can be an issue.  A maintenance contract for the copier has been requested and should be in the mail shortly.

VI.    Unfinished business:
    A.    Fund raisers:
        1.    Jim will approach Pilgrim UCC regarding partnering with BUUF for community events.
        2.    Sponsors donating additional money could be listed in concert programs.
        3.    Motion: Moved by Joanne that workshops be considered as fundraisers.  Motion failed.

VII.    New business:
    A.    Bob Milne Concerts
        1.    Milne concert posters and tickets printed; concert announcement is on buuf2.org homepage with a clip of Bob's music playing.  Concert info sent to BUUF email list, and to those who bought tickets online last year.
        2.    Posters—Board members asked to help distribute and post
        3.    Refreshments—Joanne, Chris will help with cookies; Francie suggested punch vs coffee; Lisa will provide punch for Thursday night and can help with cookies
        4.    Piano tuning—Dave has contacted tuner
    B.    Christmas Eve Service, 5 pm, December 24
        1.    Candlelight Program:  UU celebration of Christian mythology
            a.    Candles:  Dorothy & Emily to obtain
        2.    Music:  Hymn / Carol singing; Patty McConnell to play piano

VIII.    Announcements:
    A.    Reservation of BUUF requested for Gloria Weberg’s 90th Birthday Party – March 3, 2012
    B.    Circle dinner at Emily’s last month well attended and enjoyed
IX.    Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 am.