April 15, 2008

7-9 p.m.

Present:

Members/delegates: Susan Apt, Elizabeth Bachman, Shannon Blood, Kasey Carter, Heather Williams Durka, Leslie Edwards-Hill, Monika Ellis, Kathy Erlandson, Barbara Gibson, Jeanne Gordner, Carol Gruen, Wayne Gruen, George Hinkel, Janice Holz, Steffe Jewell, Marge Johnson, Terry Kirkpatrick, Tahitia Kremer, Richard Lopez, Richard Miles, Kathleen Peppard, Pat Perry, Dan Ryan, Luther Smith, Scott Stevens, Janet Tanaka, Roger Tanquist, Howard Ullery, Marijke van Roojen, Connie Walker, Stacy Winokur, Richard Young

Other: Yuanita Anderson, Nathan Blood, Melinda Chambers, Mark Dowdy, Jim Erlandson, Jill Esbeck, Dennis Hartsook, Zula Johnston, Barbara Lantz, Tony Lofaso, Lynn Magnuson, Jennifer Mills Schultz, Jesse Schultz, Jerry L. Smith, Ani Williams, Randy Williams, Leah Wilson, Melissa Young

Gather & gab

Members and guests enjoyed finger foods, beverages, and time to chat with each other.

mixer

Shannon Blood, with help from Susan Apt and Nathan Blood, led a “get-to-know-you” activity.

welcome and opening remarks

Leslie Edwards-Hill, Board President, spoke about the “light of unity” as she welcomed and acknowledged members, faith community leaders, and Interfaith Works staff. Leslie reflected on the changes in our community, including the far-reaching work of Camp Quixote, and noted the year’s challenges with membership and bylaws.

volunteer recognition

Kathy Erlandson, Executive Director of Interfaith Works, led members and guests through a volunteer recognition activity, noting that the activities and events of Interfaith Works happen because of the energy and commitment of over 600 volunteers, many of whom volunteer for multiple projects.

guest speakers – camp quixote

Pastor Mark Dowdy, Leah Wilson, and Randy Williams spoke to members and guests about Camp Quixote and the ways they have faced challenges, grown, and seen success in the people that live in community in Camp Quixote. Pastor Mark reflected that “people who thought they couldn’t host Camp Quixote, learned that they could,” and talked about the needs and growth of the Camp. Leah from First Christian Church shared about the blessings being a part of this work has been for her and her faith community. She also shared excerpts from the Host Orientation and Hospitality Desk booklet she has created to help answer the questions and concerns folks have about ways they can volunteer. Randy, who has been with the camp since it started as a protest in downtown Olympia, talked about the importance of simply having a “safe place to lay his head at night,” and how the camp has helped overcome stereotypes about homelessness. He also recognized the importance of the daily involvement from volunteers.

board recognition

Board members were recognized for their work of the past year. Leslie was presented with a special bouquet and recognized as a “strong leader with a gentle heart” as outgoing President.

election of board members

The slate of nominees included: Kasey Carter, Treasurer; Kathleen Peppard, Director; Marge Johnson, Director; Miles, President; Richard Young, Director; Shannon Blood, Secretary; and Susan Apt, Director. This slate of nominees was moved, seconded, and passed.

approval of proposed budget

Kasey Carter, Treasurer, presented and explained the proposed budget for the next program year. The budget proposal as presented to the membership was moved, seconded, and passed.

door prizes

Kathy Erlandson presented door prizes to members and guests.

entertainment

Musical entertainment was provided by Mark Langille, Janice Holz, Jim and Kathy Erlandson, and Rich Young. Miles acted as MC.

adjourn

The annual meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by Shannon Blood, Recording Secretary.