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Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Present: Norman Cohen, Richard Pagett, Dan Lucas, David Walsh, Reverend Colletti,
Lauren MacNeil, and Kelly Magee
1. Norman Cohen was nominated and appointed by members as the board's new chair.
2. A review of current funds available was discussed. Concerns were identified around
current balance, and it was suggested that financial statements for the past three fiscal
years be reviewed. Discussion also included the importance of timing annual appeal in
November.
3. Social Services staff reported on Human Services Fund. Since December 1, 2004
through present, $1, 534.12 has been awarded from Human Services Fund.
Replenishment of the fund was discussed and the board voted to approve replenishment
of $5,000 at this time.
Questions arose regarding replenishment of funds through Public Trust. Social Services
staff will contact David Williams regarding this process and report back at the next
meeting.
Members voted to provide financial assistance for Fund for Lexington request for
$1, 297.74, for payment of an outstanding oil and electric bill. In review of case
presentation, a request was made that any future Fund for Lexington requests include
both prior requests for financial assistance, as well as plan to address potential ongoing
financial difficulties. Social Services noted to include this in future documentation.
4. Requests:
a. Food Pantry - - -up to $3,000-APPROVED. Norman will contact Carolyn
Wortman to discuss how much funds are needed.
b. East Lexington Holiday Decorations - - -$1, 200 -- APPROVED
c. Lexington Center Committee - -- $2,500 for barrel plantings -- APPROVED
5. Members were pleased to receive expressions of thanks from recipients of 2004
Holiday programs.
Meeting minutes for November 30, 2004 were approved.
Next meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2005.