BRIER PTA GENERAL MEETING MINUTES FROM THURSDAY
JANUARY 18TH , 2007
*Meeting was called to order @ 7:10 p.m.
I. Welcome to all in attendance. A special "Thank You" to Melissa Barnes for supplying the Starbucks coffee and Tea.
II. Presidents Report:
a. Membership Update: We are currently at 280 members with 100% teacher participation. We are still working towards our goal of 300 members.
b. Reflections Update: Out of 20 participants that went to council, 1 student from Brier Elementary was selected. Congratulations to Kali Miller.
c. Field Improvement Update: Phase 2 plans, exercise stations, are moving forward. The committee has received the District approved company brochures. The next step will include the student council putting together a survey for the students to pick what they are most interested in.
d. On-Line Communication: The Brier Bulletins are now available on-line. Approximately 100 families are participating at this time. PTA is working on creating a web-site with Bob Cuplin.
e. Mid-Year Audit: Is scheduled for next week. Results will be available at the March general meeting.
III. Election of a 2007-2008 PTA Board Nominating Committee:
We need a minimum of 3 PTA members to serve as the 2007-2008 Nominating Committee. The floor was opened for nomination after a brief explanation of duties. 5 nominations were made: Cathy Fiorillo; Kim Rainboth; Kathy Saneto; Cathy Jackson; and Janice Worman. A vote was taken. After votes were tallied the following 3 members were elected: Kim Rainboth; Kathy Saneto; Cathy Jackson, and Janice Worman will serve as an alternate if needed.
IV. 2006-2007 Budget Update:
Changes were made to the budget to reflect items that were no longer going to happen or changed due to scheduling updates. In addition to these changes there is currently $3084 in net funds unallocated. Line item 17 and 18 became PTA funded events at no cost to participants. Line item 36 - used book sale-- removed, not happening this year. A motion was made to move the net funds of $3084 to unallocated to make it more usable. Motion seconded. No discussion occurred. Motion passed by general consent.
V.Unallocated Funds Proposal:
Due to the amount of "carry-over" funds available in the current budget with the additional $3084 from net funds, the PTA compiled information gathered from teachers, staff, and the principal on where the funds could be best used. A hand out was passed out for everyone's review. (see attached handout "Brier PTA Fund Allocation Proposal" dated 1-18-07). The Proposal covered : Increase teacher allowances at grade band levels; Continue to update library collection; Improve opportunities for physical exercise; Increase "Arts Enhancement" programs. A motion was made to accept the proposal as all 4 parts as a whole for $6275 divided as written. Discussion occurred. A question was raised about funding fencing the perimeter vs. exercise stations. Cindy Marum believes this is district/possible levy issue. She will be investigating these issues. Vote. Motion passed by general consent. Proposal approved.
VI.New Business:
Cory Rainboth had a suggestion on reading material for the PTA to consider. Debbie will be touching base with him.
There is an issue with bullying happening on the playground with older children. Occurring in the period of overlap from lunches to recess time. Possible increase in supervision, more parent volunteers, and work more closely with conflict managers (they are not the police - children need to be encouraged to come to them with issues). Cindy Marum will be looking into this more closely.
VII. Cindy Marum joined us as our guest speaker to talk on "Love and Logic".
Meeting adjourned @ 8:04pm
Door Prizes were given out.