Summary of Sept BOT Meeting: September 16, 2021

The Board spent considerable time in lively discussion regarding whether it is possible to increase the share of Sunday collection loose plate donated to outside racial and social justice organizations without reaching conclusion.  While tempting in principle, next year will be a very tight budget year, so there is a conflict between being responsible stewards or our resources and expanding our generosity and commitment to Anti-Racism. 

Fitting the current external justice environment, our new called minister, and our ability to come back to meeting in person, we approved new UCE annual goals, which will be presented soon in greater detail.   

The Board began planning for the upcoming pledge drive.  Planning will include a careful look at our budget challenges and priorities, in concert with the ISC, and continued communication with you, the congregation, to be sure we are keeping our financial commitments, and board priorities consistent with those of the UCE membership. 

The Treasurer reported that we are tracking closely to our annual budget and that 21/22 financial goals are in reach thanks in large part to US SBA forgiveness of the 2020 PPP loan.