Minutes:
Board of Directors Meeting
December 21, 2006
Members present: Bill McElvaney, Delia Castillo, Nelda Reid, Liz Branch, Michael Millican, Len Ellis, Marian Avalos, Liz Wolff.
proxies: Danna Pyke, Bobbie Nehman.
Nominees present: Gene Tien, Valley Reed, Asma Salam, Roger Kallenberg.
Staff present: Lon Burnam.
Visitors: Gary Stuard, Kalib Yussuf, Peter Johnson, Kidane Alemayehu.
1. Opening: Bill Matthews called the meeting to order at 7:10pm; introductions were made.
2. Minutes: The November minutes were presented. LizW moved to accept, Nelda second.
3. Treasurer’s Report: Nelda reviewed the November report and our year-to-date status. A question about reporting of the $3000 Dismantling Racism grant was raised; Nelda will investigate. LizW moved to accept, Marian second.
4. Proposed 2007 Budget: discussion about where funding comes from, and an effort for all to search for line-item funding from faith organizations, as well as from individuals. Discussion about role of Development Director to research and obtain grants, as well as general fundraising, and most agreed this was a necessary position. Since the proposed budget was not complete, Michael moved that we not vote on approving this budget, and DPC operate on an interim budget through Jan 31, LizW second, approved by voice vote.
5. Horn of Africa Crisis: Guests Kalib and Kidane presented an overview of the situation in Northern Africa, and proposed that there be a Rally for Peace on January 20, 2007. DPC was asked to endorse and participate in this rally, that there would be a need for volunteers. Marian asked that we promote the event; Asma and Peter stated they would participate and assist. LizB made a motion to support the proposal, BillMc second, all in favor.
6. Peter Johnson request: Peter wanted to say "thank you" for the Lifetime Achievement Award. He would like to see DPC work closer with the Jewish community, get more involved, and also to get young people of color involved. He also requested DPC send "thank you" letters to donors who came to the Awards Dinner, especially those who came specifically to support the awardees.
7. Teams:
Organizational Development [Joy] - Joy presented a chart indicating members and their terms, including the new board nominees (Gene, Valley, Roger, Asma) and officers. Nelda asked to not serve her remaining two years; LizB verified she was also not serving her remaining term. BillMc made a motion to accept the recommendations, Michael second, all in favor by voice vote. Lon asked that two nominees presented by Peter be added (Miles Robinson, David Ferrell). Since they have not gone through the normal nomination process, BillMc moved that we invite the two to the Jan 6 meeting, and to the Jan 18 board meeting, Delia second; seven in favor, one opposed, motion carried.
Delia takes on the position of President and was presented a gold gavel; Michael remains as Vice President, Len as Secretary, and the position of Treasurer remains open.
Kathryn has resigned as Office Manager and Daniel Williams has been hired to fill this position. Kathryn will assist in the transition during January, up to 32 hours at the new increased pay rate for this position. LizB moved to accept this proposal, LizW second, passed by voice vote.
Dismantling Racism [Delia] - written report provided.
Swords/Plowshares [Liz Branch] -written report provided.
8. Stakeholder's Meeting: LizW presented an agenda for the Jan 6 meeting/training; Liz and Delia will continue to work on the agenda. All were asked to attend.
9. Interfaith Environmental Alliance: Gary Stuard gave an overview of his organization, gave out flyer and overview of the programs they were working, fielded questions.
10. Announcements: Report on SMU Bush Library from BillMc; Peace evaluation form from Len; Jan 15 MLK Symposium.
11. Tabled: Dallas Dinners Jan 15.
12. Adjourn: Bill declared an adjournment at 10:20pm.
submitted by Len Ellis
Secretary
January 2, 2007
