October 15, 2018

Create to Liberate Board of Directors

Board Meeting Minutes for October 15, 2018

At Starbucks on Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN

Board members in attendance and constituting a quorum were: 

Angie Marquardt- President

Josh Davis-Treasurer

Courtney Smith-Secretary

Jen Lee-Board Member

Board members absent: 

All members were present and accounted for.

Others Present:

There were no guests present at this meeting.

Call to Order:

The meeting was called to order at 9:18 am by President Angie Marquardt.

Prior Meeting Minutes Approval:

This was the first meeting of the board; therefore, there were no prior meeting minutes to approve.

Presidents Report:

President Marquardt discussed the mission and vision for Create to Liberate to be a resource to foster children and their foster families. She also recommended several different programs she would like to see be developed. These include: a mentoring program, therapeutic program, workshops for developing life skills, a meal program, and personal items program. All of the board members were asked to think about any services missing and which programs to pursue for the next meeting. All the board members agreed to the proposal.

Special Event:

President Marquardt presented a proposal for Create to Liberate’s first fundraising event. The event proposed was a concert that would be fully sponsored and the ticket sale proceeds would go towards the general fund. Board members were asked to think of a date and venue for the event for the next meeting. All the board members agreed to the proposal.

Treasurer’s Report:

Treasurer Davis explained the bylaws and the conflict of interest policy. He also stated that the tax year ends on December 31 and proposed an annual general board meeting to be held the week following. All board members agreed to the proposal. 

Motion to adopt certification of adoption of the conflict of interest policy and agreement:

President Marquardt called for the vote, all members approved, none opposed. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the Bylaws:

President Marquardt made a motion to approve the bylaws. All approved, none opposed. Motion carried.

Upcoming Meeting:

Next meeting: November 5, at 12:00 pm at board member Lee’s home. 

Adjournment:

President Marquardt moved to adjourn the meeting. All approved, none opposed. Motion carried.

Time adjourned 10:29 am

Minutes were taken and submitted by board secretary Courtney Smith. 

Signature _____________________