March 2021 Vestry Minutes
Vestry Meeting
Thursday, March 18 2021
Via Zoom
Present: Eric Blake, Sr. Warden, Barbara Saunders, Jr. Warden, Beth Burton, Chris Collins, Vickie MacLaine, Linda O’Neill, Carol Thompson, and Chad Williams. Also, in attendance was Fr. Rob Willmann, Eleanor Bailey, treasurer and Mindy Rush, clerk
Absent: Jen Henderson, Martha Staley, and Tom Tompkins.
Additional Information: Though Tom Tompkins was unable to join this meeting via Zoom he did indicate this thoughts and votes on the issues of 1: In favor of accepting the minutes; 2. In favor of accepting the Treasurer’s Report; 3. He is anxious to join the inperson services starting on Easter Sunday and 4. He agreed with Barbara Saunders on having the roofers back as soon as possible to repair the north hallway.
Opening Prayer: Meeting was started at 7:05 with an opening prayer by Fr. Willmann.
Approval of Agenda: Eric Blake made a motion to accept the agenda, Barbara Saunders seconded the motion. Motion to accept agenda passed.
Approval of Minutes: Barbara Saunders made a motion to accept the minutes. Carol Thompson seconded the motion. Motion to accept the minutes was passed.
The Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s written report was reviewed. Eleanor Bailey noted that the PPP loan’s forgiveness had been granted. Eleanor also led a discussion in on line giving and its benefits. A discussion followed on which on-line platform might be best. The discussion was tabled until more information could be gather.
A motion was made by Eric Blake to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Carol Thompson seconded the motion. Motion carried.
New Business:
No new business.
Rector’s Report:
The Rector’s written report was review with no additional comments.
The Senior Warden’s Report:
The Senior Warden’s written report was reviewed with no additional comments.
The Junior Warden’s Report:
The Junior Warden’s written report was verbally reviewed by Barbara Saunders. A discussion was held concerning the need for a contractor to assist with repair to the north hallway. Barbara Saunders will follow up by contacting a contractor.
Committee Reports:
No reports were given.
Old Business:
Vestry will discontinue the use of Zoom and will meet in person in the St. James undercroft beginning April 15th.
Adjourn:
Barbara Saunders made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 pm. Carol Thompson seconded the motion. Motion carried.