Board Minutes October 2019: Difference between revisions

 
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== Logistics for Next Meeting ==
== Logistics for Next Meeting ==
* Date: December 9, 2019
* Date: November 3, 2019 (AGM)
* Location: TBD
* Location: Ritchie Hall
* MC: Mike S.
* Minute-Taker: Jeremy (or Sarah)
 
 
* Date: December Retreat? (Determine logistics at AGM mini board meeting)
* Location:
* Chair:
* Chair:
* Minute-taker:
* Minute-taker:
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{{Motion
{{Motion
   |motion=To approve this October 7 agenda, the [[Board Minutes September 2019|September 2019]] minutes, and reports as presented below.
   |motion=To approve this October 7 agenda, the [[Board Minutes September 2019|September 2019]] minutes, and reports as presented below.
   |first=
   |first=Nancy
   |second=
   |second=Sarah
   |yes=
   |yes=5
   |no=
   |no=0
   |abstain=
   |abstain=0
   |result=
   |result=
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'''President's Report Discussion'''
'''President's Report Discussion'''
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* Verbal update in place of a physical report
* Helping new bookkeeper settle into role, connecting with outgoing bookkeeper
* Taking over some of the treasurer's role (i.e., approving expenses)
* Confirming AGM location - uncertain whether the hall is suitable for the AGM
* Require process to update the budget, but don't have another meeting between now and AGM
** Will need board members to review the budget once a draft one is created.


=== Internal Affairs Committee Report - Ali ===
=== Internal Affairs Committee Report - Ali ===
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====IA Report Discussion====
====IA Report Discussion====
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* Not much to report on this front.
* Had planned a review of the grant process (which we've applied for, which we could apply for)
* Could make any recommendations re: how to structure committees
** When there's a goal-based committee, run into constraints within the organization, that could strongly impact the work of the committee, compared to a subject-based committee


=== Treasurer's Report - Ali ===
=== Treasurer's Report - Ali ===
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*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oxr7coLfv-EYSV7mMVa6zim5ZJynurRFeybTsHaiviE/edit Program Review Committee Workplan]
*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oxr7coLfv-EYSV7mMVa6zim5ZJynurRFeybTsHaiviE/edit Program Review Committee Workplan]
* [https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1dyxRWlnVuZavLBvYlk6kH4cH0iaxKCer Bike Edmonton Programming Logic Model 2019]
* [https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1dyxRWlnVuZavLBvYlk6kH4cH0iaxKCer Bike Edmonton Programming Logic Model 2019]
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OygTSJj4gxLvNBm1hkd02pMxSmWBJqJBLSxUcQ6bSYM/edit?usp=drivesdk&urp=gmail_link Program Review Annual Report]
====Discussion====
====Discussion====
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* Wondering if there's a way to operationalize the recommendations of the Program Review Committee (in the annual report).
** There's an evaluation tool that's been shared with staff, and will be piloted on one program to begin.
* A lot of work went into this, and the hope is that it won't drift away


=== Revenue Committee Report ===
=== Revenue Committee Report ===
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====Discussion====
====Discussion====
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* Purpose of raising more revenue isn't an end unto itself.  It's to help make the organization more sustainable and bring benefit to the organization.
* Two volunteers are excited to help with the certification program
** Should be a priority to make contact with them again to keep them engaged - Mark will do this.
* Next steps would be to get volunteers to get an program coordinator and an operations coordinator
** The way we operationalize this is up to us (sub-committee with some board members, independent volunteers)
* Did we compare this program to other cities' similar programs?
** We based it off of previous NPBI's report; didn't reach out directly
** Could be useful for volunteers to reach out to other organizations' similar programs to determine which pitfalls to avoid.
** Hope is to give volunteers autonomy in running the program to maintain their enthusiasm, and launch the program soon.  Avoid micromanaging.


== Current and Completed Business ==
== Current and Completed Business ==
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=== Signage at BikeWorks North - Sarah (15 min) ===
=== Signage at BikeWorks North - Sarah (10 min) ===
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* Signage for the awning has been printed, but may be too cold to put up
** Determining whether the awning can come down for the installation process
** Should have signage soon!


== New Business ==
== New Business ==


=== AGM To Do List - Jasmine (15 min) ===
=== AGM To Do List - Jasmine (15 min) ===
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JWzZoVCSTnoQKkfaSL2yS1QJwMTZB-yCApFcIjEVvYA/edit Board and Staff To Do List]
* Reviewed and updated staff and board task list
* Reviewed and updated staff and board task list
** Made updates based on available staff and timelines
** Will send out this to-do list to entire board
* Need to figure out whether to use a screen or screen stand-in
* Need to figure out whether to use a screen or screen stand-in
* AGM Location
** Uncertain  about the quality of the hall - are there other alternatives?
** We've already changed the date and location once, and the venue is okay
** Finding and promoting another location would be a headache
** An easier option would be to rent equipment to make the space more suitable
* Budget
** Will need to vote on this over email; even if you're okay with the budget, you still need to chime in
** Aim to get budget out to the board by October 14.  Deadline for approval of budget is October 25


=== Draft Budget Review - Chris (30 min) ===
=== Draft Budget Review - Chris (30 min) ===
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* In the FY 2020 tab, the budgets per month are based on actuals from the last fiscal year
** Where Actuals are blank, the values would be based on the budgeted numbers for that month (based on the previous year's actuals)
* In the Previous Year and Adjustments Tab
** We can adjust the budgeted values based on the "Adjustments" columns; if we're anticipating things to be better or worse for different budget items
**  To account for other factors (Yes/No), see the "Options" section
* Refer to last year's budget to see what format this one should be formatted in
* Need to factor in new bookkeeper's pay
* Need to add the property tax exemption to the budget as well (add to Options)
* If you want to play around with the options or adjustments, make a copy of the spreadsheet to work on it
* Discussion on Options
** Increase bike builder wage
*** Currently builds bikes, trains volunteers, cleans the shop, teaches classes
*** Given the property tax exemption, can increase wage to pay a living wage
*** Look into whether adding benefits would be an option
** Add a second bike builder
*** Risks could be lack of space for storage and lack of bike sales once bikes are built up (but low risk because bikes can be sold later if not immediately)
*** Generally, bike builders pay for themselves through the improved bike sales
** Contingency
*** Extra funding for unanticipated costs
** If there's the launch of the bike-friendly certification, may be some associated start-up costs
* Jeremy, Mike S., and Chris to meet to talk details of the budget
** Molly and Coreen to be consulted on projections for next year


=== North Shop Lease Renewal - Jeremy/Mike S. (30 min) ===
=== North Shop Lease Renewal - Jeremy/Mike S. (30 min) ===
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* We're required to give 6 months' notice if we want to leave
* Should we renew, if so how long, should we push for better rates?
** Aim for 3 years' lease, for current rate or better
* What has changed since the last time we were looking to find a new location?
** Internally, things have changed; now the North Shop's revenue stream is doing better
** The property tax exemption might allow us to go for a more central location; more affordable


=== Year-end Board Survey - Jasmine (5 min) ===
=== Year-end Board Survey - Jasmine (5 min) ===
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* Complete it if you haven't!


=== Non-Profit Board Intern Introduction - Sarah (10 min) ===
=== Non-Profit Board Intern Introduction - Sarah (10 min) ===
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* Chris is a 6th year student in Bio major, history minor
* Chris is a 6th year student in Bio major, history minor


=== New Board Members - Jeremy (10) ===
=== New Board Members - Jeremy (10 min) ===
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{{Motion
  |motion=To appoint Talha Zafar as a Bike Edmonton board member.
  |first=Jeremy
  |second=Mark
  |yes=5
  |no=0
  |abstain=0
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=== Board Meeting Location - Jeremy (10 min)===
=== Board Meeting Location - Jeremy (10 min)===
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   |motion=To go in camera
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   |first=Jasmine
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   |second=Mike S.
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   |yes=5
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{{Motion
{{Motion
   |motion=To go out of camera
   |motion=To go out of camera
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   |first= Jasmine
   |second=  
   |second= Mike S.
   |yes=  
   |yes=5
   |no=  
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{{Motion
{{Motion
   |motion=To adjourn the board meeting.
   |motion=To adjourn the board meeting.
   |first=
   |first= Jeremy
   |second=
   |second=
   |yes=
   |yes=