Joint Pastoral and Finance Council Meeting -- December 2019
Joint Pastoral Financial Council Meeting December 4, 2019
Attendees: Tammy Gerstner, Linda Gibson, Dawn Heaney, Amy Martinez, Richard Pfeffer, Dave Poole, Michael Richter, Fr. Khoi Tran, Suzan Tugman, Heather Whited
Call to Order: 7:04PM - Meeting called to order with opening prayer by Fr. Khoi.
General Financial Information
Father Khoi shared the following financial information:
Father Khoi is looking to bring the savings up to $100,000.00
Maintenance and Parish Care Projects
Father Khoi provided the following update pertaining to maintenance and parish care projects:
FINISHED: Asphalt to concrete drainage ditch between the main parking lot and driveway by Ricardo Campos. ($2,800)
FINISHED: Asphalt repairs of parking lot and driveway by B&C Asphalt. ($7,850)
PLANNED: Asphalt to concrete drainage ditch in front of the Parish Hall by Ricardo Campos. ($3,000)
Richard expressed concerns that parishioners are pulling their cars up onto the sidewalk in front of the parish hall due to a lack of concrete parking curbs in that area. He suggested we look into pricing and purchasing curbs to protect the sidewalk. Father will ask Ricardo about pricing and installation.
Dave inquired as to the location of the water drainage with concern for the education building. Richard had the same concern. Father indicated the water would drain between the parish hall and education building with no concern of flooding. He will provide a walking tour and explanation after the meeting.
PLANNED: Asphalt sealant coat of parking lot and driveway by B&C Asphalt. ($2,000)
PLANNED: New heated serving table. ($1700-2000)
Michael Richter brought specifications and pricing for two different heated serving tables for members to review. One of the tables cost $999 and the other $1,679.95. Members voted to purchase the table that cost $1,679.95
Amy Martinez suggested that perhaps the Knights could contribute to the cost of the table. Dave indicated he would bring this up to the Knights.
PLANNED: Replace fluorescent light fixtures in the Parish Office area.- Joe Nichols to convert fixtures to LED.
Upcoming Matters
Parish Advent Mission, 6:30PM, on Wednesday, December 11.
Advent Penance Service, 7PM, on Thursday, December 12.
Parish Christmas Party after the 11AM Mass on December 15.
Will need a gift card and police escort for Santa
Father asked if we should pass out hot chocolate after the Christmas Mass. Members voted to pass out candy canes instead.
Appreciation Dinner for Pastoral and Finance Council Members, 6:30PM, on Tuesday, December 17.
Questions, Remarks, Suggestions, and Comments
Michael Richter inquired as to the installation of the flag poles in front of the church. Father indicated the Knights are taking care of this and the project should be complete next week.
Heather Whited asked if we are helping Notre Dame. Father Khoi indicated we do help them on a monthly basis.
Father Khoi reminded members, if they hear of any seniors needing help to send them our way. Between St. Jude Thaddeus and Grace Ministries, we are happy to help.
Meeting adjourned: 7:43PM - Meeting adjourned with a closing prayer by Father Khoi.