Board Bits

February 2021

The CVUU Board of directors met Thursday, February 18, 2021. Board meeting minutes are typically available upon request from the CVUU Board Secretary (Ken Saucer) or Congregational Administrator (Susie Gullixson), approximately 30 days after the board meeting date. The Board meets every month on Zoom during COVID-19 circumstances. The meeting is usually the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. The meeting is open for congregants to observe. Congregants who want to present something to the Board must notify CVUU Board President Anne Odell prior to the meeting to be included on the agenda. The following is a synopsis of pertinent items.

Mid-winter meeting – In the future, we will schedule adequate time for Zoom to ensure there is no conflict with other meetings on the same day. We will also ensure all congregants can speak or ask questions before any attendee can pose a second statement or question. There is a method to capture attendees who raise their hands in Zoom in the order they raise their hands.

Report on the Shed Burglary – On February 7, 2021, we discovered that a suspect or suspects broke into the CVUU shed by breaking a small hole through the west-side garage door and then letting themselves in. They stole several items and painted graffiti on the cement inside and outside the shed. The door’s hole was repaired and a police report was filed with the Virginia Beach Police Department. A CCTV camera system has been purchased and installation of cameras will begin February 20, 2021. Indications are the suspects are young children.

FY 22 Budget/Finance Committee/Pledge Level – The Stewardship Campaign Goal is expected to remain at the same level as this year’s $385,000. The FY 22 Budget will be presented to the congregation for consideration and action at the Annual Meeting in June 2021. Reverend Viola will talk about stewardship during the Sunday, March 7, 2021 worship services.

Re-Opening Task Force – The Board asks that event organizers submit request packages to the Board of Directors 30 days before an event. The first package has been received and approved for a “Chalk the Lot” from Rayven Holmes for March 20, 2021.

Election Meeting – The Nominating Committee is currently working on a nominees slate for the April 11, 2021 Board election meeting. If you are interested in serving as a CVUU Board member, please contact a nominating committee member chaired by Russell Rohring.

General Assembly 2021 – If you would like to add your name for consideration to attend the 2021 GA as a virtual delegate, please contact Rick Docksai or Martha Shore for additional information.