Board of Directors Monthly Conference Call

MINUTES

Monday, July 28, 2014 at 8:30 p.m.

Teleconference was called to order at 8:32 p.m.

Members in attendance: Trudy Petkovich, Harriett Wynn, Maria Bond, Orlando Avila, Charles Parker, Chris Johnson, Lillie Blackshear, Kara Jordan, Dorothy Alvarez, Keith Best, Kimberly Hernandez, Trish Allen, Lynda Thompson, Trudie Poole, Coleen LaCosta, Victoria Herrin, Harry Dubia (Wendy Vernon was excused.)

Advisors in attendance: David Brown, Carrie Toy and Gay Frizzell.

Approval of minutes: TABLED. (Several documents have yet to transition to Charles Parker who took over the recently vacated secretary position, efforts are being made to recover them for future approval.)

Trudy gave a report on the North American Council on Adoptable Children Conference:

Keith reported on the Duffels:

Victoria gave NexGen Band update:

 

OLD BUSINESS

DCF SUMMIT – Trudy

RETREAT – Chris

MINI–CONFERENCE – David

PROFESSIONAL POSITION – Maria

“… that we allow the search committee to revert to the original proposed title of “Executive Director” for the proposed FSFAPA professional support position and adjust compensation package up to the original figure of $15,000 per year based on the preliminary findings of the search committee.” (Seconded by Lillie, passed with no opposition)

“That the search committee be allowed to replace any recused positions with a choice from the ranks of sitting RVPs as the professional position details are finalized.” Seconded by Keith, passed with no opposition.

 

Maria also noted that Coleen in the FAST position has proven to be extremely thrifty, utilizing carpools and shared lodging when possible. She suggested that the board consider awarding the unspent dollars designated for the FAST position to Coleen in recognition of the hours and effort she provides beyond the contract requirements. Harriet agreed and asked that it be placed on the next Executive Committtee meeting agenda.

NEW BUSINESS

UMBRELLA 501(c)3 – Maria

 

2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE – Trudy

Announced that there has been a volunteer for the conference chair – Lynda Thompson

Event will return to Orlando Hilton

 

ADVISOR REPORTS

DCF – Carrie

QPI – Gay

CBC – David

 

Next board teleconference is at 8:30 on August 25.Meeting adhourned at 9:50 p.m. (Motion by Kimberly, second by Lynda, no opposition)

 

Submitted for review: 7/29/2014 – by Charles Parker, Board Secretary