Strategy Board Meeting
November 21, 2025 Final
Attendance
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Patty | Chair | Present |
| David Pumpelly | Vice-Chair | Present |
| Yvonne Tafoya | FC Chair | Present |
| JoAnn Perez | Fundraising | Absent |
| Kevin Long | Fundraising | Absent |
| Jamie Brabston | Secretary | Present |
| Roy Ferrante | Fundraising | Present |
| Stan Stinson | Finance | Virtual |
| Amber Stout | Finance | Virtual |
| Andrea Garner | FR Chair | Virtual |
| John Mark McClelland | Board Member | Absent |
| Susan McGrady | Executive Director (non-voting) | Present |
Agenda & Discussion
- 1Approve October Minutes
- 2New Employee Benefit — Life InsuranceSusan proposed $10,000 life insurance for full-time staff at $21/month for 7 employees ($250/year total).
- 3Audit Approach for 2026Yvonne Tafoya led discussion on switching to the Compilation approach for 2026 (for 2025 tax year) instead of a full audit — saves several thousand dollars annually. Board to evaluate after 2026 before deciding on future years.
- 4Board Tracker & GroupMe UpdateDavid led discussion; board phone numbers updated for GroupMe.
- 5Day Program UpdateStart: January 6 (dry runs Jan 6 & 8 with all residents). Full program: January 13. Capacity: ~20. Day cost: $60/day. 1-day option: $250/month; 2-day: $500/month. Billing 1 month in advance via ACH. Application fee: $75.
- 6ED Annual BonusSusan left the room. Board unanimously agreed Susan should receive full $10,000 annual bonus.
- 72026 Meeting CalendarFull calendar approved: monthly strategy/board meetings alternating, with fundraising events on April 30 (Love Grows Here) and September 18 (Whiskey, Wine & Moonshine).
Motion 1 — Approve October Minutes
Motion to approve the October meeting minutes.
Passed Unanimously
Motion 2 — Life Insurance Benefit
Motion to approve new life insurance benefit ($10,000) for full-time employees.
Passed Unanimously
Motion 3 — Compilation Audit Approach
Motion to use the compilation method for 2026 (2025 tax year), then evaluate the approach for future years.
Passed Unanimously
Motion 4 — ED Bonus
Motion to approve $10,000 annual bonus for Susan McGrady.
Passed Unanimously
Motion 5 — Adjourn
Motion to adjourn.
Passed Unanimously