Community Enrichment Corporation

Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation Mayor’s West Conference Room Regular Meeting Minutes: March 11, 2015 6:00 P.M. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by President Sue Webster at 6:05 P.M. Roll Call: Present – President Sue Webster, Secretary/Treasurer Steve Janus, George Kazmierczak, Allan Whitlow, Michael McKervey, Jack VanEtten, Chris Carter, Jack Elia, Attorney Jennifer Koethe, and Jan Chamberlin. Absent – Vice President Ron Miller. Election of Officers: George Kazmierczak motioned to retain the current slate: Susan Webster, President Ron Miller, Vice-President Steve Janus, Secretary/Treasurer Michael McKervey seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. Approval of February 11, 2015 Minutes: One correction was requested by Michael McKervey: last month’s vote for the Salvation Army Grant “ Shelter and Resource Program for Homeless Men” should be changed to 8-0 in favor with Michael McKervey abstaining. George Kazmierczak motioned to accept the minutes with this correction, Steve Janus seconded; all in favor. Jan Chamberlin will submit to the City Clerk’s office for filing, and to Catalyst Marketing for online publication. Claims: Jan Chamberlin -$638.52 for services and supplies in February, Sue Webster - $20.32 for banquet supplies, Harbour Trust - $700 for preparing the annual Gaming Commission Report and filing it online. Motion to accept and pay claims as submitted: George Kazmierczak. Second: Michael McKervey. The vote was unanimous. The claims were signed for submission to Harbour Trust for payment. Discussion was held regarding Jack Elia or another board member(s) preparing and filing the Gaming Commission Report next year as the $700 charged seemed excessive. Financial Statement: Secretary/Treasurer Steve Janus presented the financial statement. The expected installment was received from Blue Chip Casino. Total disbursements and fees - $1135.06, interest earned + $79.86. The current balance is $696,251.22. Michael McKervey motioned to accept the financial report; George Kazmierczak seconded, all in favor. Old Business:  The Historical Society did not submit a proposal since the Lincoln Funeral Train is not an option, so the $5,000 won’t be paid to them.  Jack Elia motioned the $5,000 be added to the Boys and Girls Club Grant. Chris Carter seconded. All in favor. Chris Carter motioned that the Michigan City Chamber Music Festival’s project, “Great Music for  Great Kids” be awarded $3,500. Jack VanEtten seconded. All in favor. Jan Chamberlin will advise the parties involved, including Harbour Trust, and make new/corrected contracts.  Banquet: The final program order and details were discussed, Jan Chamberlin and Jack VanEtten will be at the registration table, Jan Chamberlin will make and print the programs, and checks from Harbour Trust will be picked up by Jack Elia on the day of the banquet. Sue Webster will be sure the checks are put in ABC order. Ron Miller will be Master of Ceremonies. Jack Elia will contact LaPorte County Life to see if they’ll cover the event. Attorney Atley Price’s Resolution and frame are ready for presentation at the Banquet.  On Line Grant Applications: Sue Webster will invite Scott Wills of Catalyst Marketing to the April Board Meeting. New Business:  Habitat for Humanity requested another change. They would like to spend $3,000 of their monies to replace stolen tools. George Kazmierczak motioned that Habitat for Humanity be allowed to spend the full balance of their funds as they see fit. Chris Carter seconded. All in favor.  The President of St. Anthony Hospital wants to set up a “meet and greet” with Sue Webster on th April 8 at Lakeshore Coffee to explain their programs. The Board felt it would be more appropriate to extend the invitation to appear before the entire Board at a regular monthly meeting. Sue Webster will make the offer.  St. Stan’s refunded $59.72 in excess funds because their new software was less expensive than anticipated. Allan Whitlow motioned we return this check to St. Stan’s to be used for their school as they see fit. Michael McKervey seconded. 7-0 In favor; Steve Janus abstained.  Attorney Jennifer Koethe will research the bylaws regarding whether under $100 needs to be returned by any agency; she will report back to the Board with its options in this matter. Board Comments: Michael McKervey offered congratulations to the officers on their re-election to the Board. Next Regular Meeting Wednesday, April 8, 2015. Motion to Adjourn: at 7:18 P.M., Steve Janus motioned to adjourn, seconded by Jack VanEtten. All in favor. Minutes recorded by: Jan Chamberlin