Meeting started at 7:30am.
Susan Grimes reported on the six days of President-elect training and how excellent the training was. She learned a great amount and met other President-elects from around the region.
Spin-a-thon: Fundraiser is ready to go. Keith is on the music. Carrie reported that the owner of Ski Rack is checking with his staff to see if they are comfortable to attend. Water bottles are coming.
School program is set for this week. Carrie asked for people to think about whether they would be willing to help with food distribution during the summer.
Door Prizes - Ric Flood has received several contributions for a door prize raffle.
Chris reported on information and requests from the Board meeting:
Does the Club approve the donation of $2,000 to AgeWell? With some additional donations totaling $500 we will be a “Bronze Sponsor”. Approved.
Motion to approve scholarships up to $4,000 to VSAC. Approved.
Chris introduced a project Jim Donovan brought about planting crocuses. Motion to approve $1,500 to begin the project in the three towns. A question was asked about maintenance - Jim confirmed that nothing needs to be done after the planting. They come back every year. Approved
Chris brought up the suggestion to donate to the “angel funds” of the schools in Charlotte, Shelburne, and Hinesburg to help the school counselors assist family in needs. The Board has discussed allocating $4,500 with different ideas about how to split it. There was some discussion and a question about whether any school district approval is needed. Joan Lenes will check into this question.
The guest speaker was Steve Mayfield, owner of the Shelburne Country Story and the Christmas Loft. He and his wife, Deb, purchased the country store in 2007. Steve provided a fascinating history of the store and its place in Shelburne history. They also purchased the Christmas Loft in 2016. Steve provided some great stories and insight and answered questions.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30am.