The First Unitarian Church of Dallas creates and nurtures a liberal religious community where all souls shall grow in harmony with the divine through worship,

The First Unitarian Church of Dallas creates and nurtures a liberal religious community where all souls shall grow in harmony with the divine through worship, education, service and fellowship.

Parish MeetingDecember 12, 2010

Parish Meeting Agenda

Opening

Call to Order

Reports: Nominating Committee, President, Treasurer, EMGF, Senior Minister/CEO, Chart & Compass Construction Update

Discussion: 2011 Budget

Business Items: Vote to approve June Parish Meeting Minutes, 2011 Budget

Closing


Opening – Rev. Aaron White, Associate Minister

Call to Order




Closing


Opening

Call to Order – Gretchen Riehl, President, Board of Trustees• Declaration of Quorum – Gary Garcia, Clerk, Board of Trustees




Closing

Parish Meeting AgendaOpeningCall to Order

Reports: Nominating Committee – Edie Hagens, Chair, Nominating CommitteePresidentTreasurerEMGFSenior Minister/CEOChart & Compass, Construction Update

Discussion: 2011 BudgetBusiness Items: Vote to approve June Parish Meeting Minutes, 2011 BudgetClosing

Nominating Committee

Nominating Committee

Martha Norton (Chair) – 2 year termSandy Klindworth – 1 year termSteve Scholtens – 1 year termMark Watson – 2 year term

2011 Leadership Slate

Board of Trustees

President – Joe Sifferman Vice-President – Stacy DuryeaTreasurer – Mike Scholten David Aspinall – 3 year termDennis Cordell – 3 year termLynn Myers – 3 year termBuddy Teaster – 3 year termRusty Jaggers – 2 year termSarah Saldaña – 1 year term

Endowment Committee

Lynn Lawrence - 3 year term


Reports: Nominating CommitteePresident’s Report – Gretchen Riehl, President, Board of TrusteesTreasurerEMGFSenior Minister/CEOChart & Compass, Construction Update


Ends Statements (1/7)

Spiritual Development

The spiritual lives of our members, friends and visitors grow and deepen as we

embrace Unitarian Universalist principles support a free and responsible search for truth and

meaning encourage the development of personal and communal

spiritual practices inspire religious dialogue experience and explore the sacred in our lives and the

mystery of existence


Worship and Celebration

The lives of our members, friends and visitors are spiritually deepened through active engagement in worship and celebration as we

participate in a liturgy that guides us in communal response to the sacred and honors our Unitarian Universalist traditions

offer relevant, thought-provoking experiences and sermons that inspire us to be better people and to reflect on our lives and our connections with the community

embrace a wide range of creative, artistic and musical experiences woven throughout our church life that move, uplift, and sustain us

come together to honor important events of our lives and of our church


Caring and Inclusive Community

Members, friends and visitors feel welcomed, cherished, and supported throughout our lives as we

• affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person in an open, inclusive, safe and accessible environment

• care for and support one another in times of celebration and need

• experience a sense of belonging and meaningful relationships with each other and the church

• value, foster, and commit to diversity in all forms

Ends Statements (4/7)Lifespan Religious Education

Our congregation and our broader community are enriched and transformed by religious education programs as we

• understand and embrace Unitarian Universalist values, identity, and practices

• encompass the principles and histories of Unitarian Universalism, liberal religious traditions, world religions and the history of First Unitarian Church of Dallas

• deepen the spiritual lives of adults, youth and children by engaging them in open-minded dialogue that nurtures and inspires

• foster religious inquiry, social analysis and public conversation with the larger community


Public Presence

Our congregation clearly communicates our values as we

• embody the message of love and inclusion• provide a welcoming place for meaningful events that serve a

wide audience and inspire community dialogue• advocate in the public arena to promote a healthy and whole

global community• partner with congregations and institutions in support of shared

values


Community Involvement

Our lives and the lives of those we engage with are transformed and our world is improved as we inspire and enable our members and others to

• act on our principles by advocating and working for justice, equality, peace and freedom

• create opportunities and take meaningful and visible actions for community service and advocacy


Stewardship and Sustainability

The church is sustained over time by responsible stewardship as we

• build a connection between spiritual practice and generosity• express gratitude and commitment by sharing our gifts • nurture and develop volunteers and enrich lives through their

activities with our church community• value our resources and use them in service of our highest

values and aspirations • operate with transparency and accountability


Reports: Nominating CommitteePresidentTreasurer’s Report – Charles Irsch, Treasurer, Board of TrusteesEMGFSenior Minister/CEOChart & Compass, Construction Update


Treasurer’s Report (1/2)

2010 Financial Accomplishments:• Completed negotiation and closing on construction loan with

Northern Trust• Completed formal process to select new auditors for FY2010:

selected Lane Gorman Trubitt LLP, local specialists in not-for-profit audits

• Supported completion of new financial policies and procedures• Re-established distinct reserve fund balances

Treasurer’s Report (2/2)Operating Budget Highlights as of November 30, 2010:

Expecting to end the year on budget for revenues and expenses

First Unitarian Church of DallasNovember 2010 - Board Reporting

2010 2009Current Fiscal Year Prior Fiscal Year % Change

Total Budgeted Operating Expenses 1,802,971.00$ 2,106,635.96$ -14%Total Budgeted Pledge Revenue 1,412,070.92$ 1,543,531.00$ -9%

Budgeted Pledge Revenue YTD 1,295,898.13$ 1,417,653.49$ Budgeted Pledge Revenue YTD vs. Total pledges pd YTD 93% 80%Pledge Revenue YTD (1-1 through 11-30) 1,160,355.12$ 1,132,073.36$ 2%Sept YTD Pledge vs. Total Budgeted 82% 73%2010 Pledges received in 2009 51,039.25$ 69,848.50$ Total 2010 Pledges received (2009 and 2010) 1,211,394.37$ 1,201,921.86$ 7%Total 2010 Pledges received vs. Budgeted 86% 78%

Additional Income YTD 316,291.04$ 334,141.74$ -5%C&C 2010 Contribution to Op Budget YTD 135,987.79$ 261,103.64$ -48%EMGF Contribution to Op Budget YTD 30,000.00$ 31,000.00$ -3%

Total Income YTD (excluding prior year 2010 pledges received) 1,642,633.95$ 1,758,318.74$ -7%

Total Income YTD (including prior year 2010 pledges received) 1,693,673.20$ 1,828,167.24$ Expenses YTD 1,695,364.91$ 1,924,889.46$ -12%


Reports: Nominating CommitteePresidentTreasurerEMGF – Linda Ray, Chair, Endowment and Memorial Gift Fund CommitteeSenior Minister/CEOChart & Compass, Construction Update


Endowment and Memorial Gifts Fund •At the end of October, 2010, the EMGF Funds’ total value was $1.61

million. (Fund balance was $1.50 million at the end of December, 2009)

•Key disbursements:•$10,000 for Social Justice Intern•$30,000 for Church Annual Operating Budget•$30,000 to Chart and Compass•$1,200 for pipe organ maintenance/repair work

Fund Balances


Reports: Nominating CommitteePresident’s ReportTreasurerEMGFSenior Minister/CEO Report – Rev. Dr. Daniel KanterChart & Compass, Construction Update


Parish Meeting – CEO Report (1/4)

Goals for 2010• Meeting the changing dynamics of the church• External relations• Internal relations• Spiritual vitality• Evaluation• Sustainability• Enhancing the ministry of the caring community

Parish Meeting – CEO Report (2/4)First Sunday Collections 2010

• January – Echo Theatre, $3,750• February – Dallas Area Interfaith, $5,850• March – Vickery Meadows Learning Center, $3,730• April – Housing Crisis Center, $3,832• May – Vogel Alcove, $4,100• June – Hôpital Albert Schweitzer, $9,601• July – Youth First Texas, $2,865• August – Lambda Legal, $3,355• September – Texas Tenants Union, $3,468• October – Habitat for Humanity, $4,380• November – North Dallas Shared Ministries, $6,353• December – Wednesday’s Child, $TBD


2010 Highlights• Church Vitality

• Stewardship Committee• Bringing Change ($100,000 matching gift) program

• Theme Year• “Rise and Shine”

• Leap of faith• UUA mentoring

• Task Forces• Welcoming• Communications• Community Impact


Sustainability

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Projected Contribution Income(C&C PLAN)

Budgeted Contribution Income

C&C Income Projections vs. Actual Budget w/ Staffing Grant Impact


Reports: Nominating CommitteePresident’s ReportTreasurerAppreciative Inquiry UpdateEMGFSenior Minister/CEOChart & Compass, Construction Update


Earlier this year…

Addition from Preston & St Andrews

And by the end of next year…

Administration 1,989 4,803

Music Department 1,2602,164

Children’s Religious Education 5,4199,034

Adult Religious Education 2932,411

Existing Planned

Project Summary(dedicated areas in net square-feet)

Proposed Site – Aerial View

Preston Road Drop-off

St. Andrews Parking(21 cars)

Normandy Parking(16 cars - existing)

New Entry Courtyard

Toddler Play Yard

PlaygroundPlayground& Lawn& Lawn

New Classroom & Office Addition

South Entry

East Parking Lot(36 cars)

Renovated RE Building

New Parlor &Book Nook

Progress to date …

Chart & Compass

Construction Milestones Completed!• April 26 - Started Construction• October 8 – Concrete Structure in place • November 19 - Exterior Studs (Walls)• December 3 - Roofing completed• Funk Construction has overcome weather and

obstacles, and has us On Schedule!

Chart & Compass

Construction Issues Navigated/Ongoing• Moved Utilities Under Preston Patio for drop-

off lane • Determined repairs to make to Sanctuary

Exterior• Upgrading Fence between neighbors• Creating 2 sidewalks along Preston for City• Limited Parking/Tight Working Conditions

Chart & Compass

Construction Milestones Remaining• February 2011 – Weather tight building • Mid-April 2011 - Furnishing for new building • By May 2011 - Occupancy of New Building• By July 2011 – Complete Remodel of RE

Building • September 11, 2011:

•Dedication of New Campus/Ingathering

Chart & Compass

Building Project Dollars Spent/Remaining

• Total Project Budget: $7,775,000 • Spent to date: $2,400,000• Project Costs Remaining: $5,375,000

Chart & Compass

New Construction: Things that May Surprise!!

• Architexas created a unique design that will be the First LEED Certified Building in Park Cities!

• Interior Finish:•Exposed infrastructure•Reduced materials (e.g. Concrete Floors &

Ceilings• Exterior features a Living Wall & Brise Soleil• Landscaping design is low-maintenance

Chart & Compass

The Future:• Complete Capital Campaign• Plan Phase II with New Fellowship Hall


OpeningCall to OrderReports

Discussion: • 2011 Budget


Closing

Proposed 2011 Budget

• Pledges for 2011 up 11% over 2010

• New budget item for debt service for construction loan (to be funded from C&C funds in 2011) - $112,000

• 2 ½ staff position reductions and other realignments to more closely align staff services with congregational size and program requirements


OpeningCall to OrderReportsDiscussion

Business Items: • Vote to approve June 2010 Parish Meeting Minutes• Vote to approve 2011 Budget

Closing


OpeningCall to OrderReportsDiscussionBusiness Items Special Vote

Closing – Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter, Senior Minister

Documents

The First Unitarian Church of Dallas creates and nurtures a liberal religious community where all souls shall grow in harmony with the divine through worship,