Much progress has been made to get the Lift of Love off the ground. Thank you to all donors and pledgers, as well as the Accessibility and Inclusion Team. It has been an effort of many hearts and minds working for better access in our space.
Currently, the LULA equipment is being manufactured to fit into the lift housing. The original planned goal for completion was the first week of April. Due to severe cold during the winter, the death of the father of our construction engineer and a subsequent off-site injury to himself, several weeks delay has occurred. The current planned date of use is May 23rd.
We are very excited about this grand event, which will be celebrated with a ribbon cutting and party. The Accessibility and Inclusion Team and staff are already discussing plans to make this a fun celebration for all.
A special note of gratitude to MaryBeth and Kinnie Smith who contributed generously and inspired others to donate and pledge. An email will be sent to pledgers soon asking for donations to be completed sometime between now and May 30.
On the administrative office front….we are about to make a decision on the new staff person. Many resumes were reviewed, several candidates telephoned, and we have narrowed our search to two highly qualified individuals. Eileen and I are meeting on Friday for a final interview with one of the two. An announcement will be made next week to the congregation.
Sandra Robinson
Executive Operations Director