Category: From the Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees Notes

The board will purchase Walkie-Talkies for each shelter in place location.

The Birch School will pay for the purchase of a ” Smart Lock” for the front entrance. Each authorized person will have their own individual access code to our bldg. And a record will be … read more.

President’s Message

When Do We Stand for Love?

Our roadside banner claims WE STAND FOR LOVE. This gives us the opportunity to be welcoming and open. We constantly meet to affirm our beliefs, and to connect with others who support our causes, vote as we do, and speak … read more.

Board of Trustees Notes

The Board of Trustees:
1-Will hire an electrician to install exit signs. Steve Deutch will get us a price.
2- New smoke and CO2 detectors are needed
3-Leaking Condenser in ceilings needs to be addressed.
4- Check costs of installing security cameras.
5- Address issue with outside benches falling apart
6- … read more.

President’s Message

The Quiet Gift of Staying in Bed

These are difficult times. Events unfolding around the world can leave us feeling overwhelmed and distracted. At the same time the demands of work, family, and everyday life compete for our attention. So, we seek relief by taking vacations, … read more.

Board of Trustees Notes

 The Board of Trustees:

Approved the Birch School request for a yard sale, except for July 11th.

Will hold a retreat on July 11th.

Has agreed to allow residents of Brittany Terrace to hold meetings in the sanctuary at no cost.

Decided to engage a locksmith to resolve some … read more.

President’s Message

BEING HEARD

   Recently I’ve been thinking about the way my brain works when someone is speaking to me. And the variety is great and wide. For example, I’m always keen to jump to my assessment of their point and conclusion, and I start formulating my response … read more.

President’s Message

Observing, Respecting and Growing

As we, as Unitarian Universalists, search for truth and meaning, we should recognize that being an American is both a privilege and a responsibility.

Our nation is far from perfect and continues to face serious challenges. Yet there is much to be grateful … read more.

Board of Trustees Meeting, March 10, 2026

Discussions

Establishing a fund to cover the future costs of replacing the roof and the heating system.

Taking 10% of our budget to go into a reserve fund for capital improvements

Splitting up the functions of the welcoming ministry and the membership ministry. However, to do so, would … read more.

President’s Message

Your Unique Contribution   

Every third Saturday, a group of us gathers for breakfast at the Alexis Diner. When the check arrives, Bill calmly takes it, does the math, and tells everyone what they owe. I admire that but would never volunteer for it. Numbers just aren’t … read more.

Notes from the Board

February 10, 2026

Building issues:

Steve Deutch has arranged for all 20 lights in our sanctuary to be replaced. He also has 5 spares.

Steve evaluated the timeline for roof replacement. He estimates we have another 10-15 years before it will have to be done

Hollis mentioned that the … read more.