05-29-08  GNBWIB Special Meeting
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05-22-08  Executive Committee Meeting  
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05-20-08  Business Development Committee
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05-15-08  YC Planning Committee Meeting  
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1. Welcome and Introductions
   With a quorum of the YC Planning Committee present, YC Chair, John Fernandes (in the absence of Committee Chair, Carl Alves) opened the meeting at 10:30am.
   
   
2. Approval of Minutes of the February 11, 2008 Planning Committee Minutes
   Upon a motion made by Ms. Rivet and seconded by Ms. Wallquist, the minutes were unanimously approved.
   
   
3. Discussion relative to IS/OOS proposals
   As Youth Council Chair, Mr. Fernandes is seeking to set some funds aside for a pilot program that is unique. In an effort to accomplish this goal, it may be necessary to reduce some program awards next year. However, recognizing that program costs have risen sharply, each program must be carefully scrutinized to ensure quality of programming and fiscal reasonableness.
   
   Ms. Francis indicated that many programs would benefit from the inclusion of a clinician. Issues that could be best handled by a professional arise throughout the year, but tend to be more pronounced during the summer. She further indicated that she and Ms. Andrade have mentioned this programmatic element in the past. They are both hopeful that it can be incorporated in the future. Mr. Fernandes agreed that the concept is sound; however, the specifics and logistics of implementation – as a centralized function or integrated into each program. – will require further discussion by the full Youth Council.
   
   Ms. Wallquist requested a brief performance summary on all the programs. Ms. Andrade and Ms. Francis provided the summaries and expressed overall satisfaction with them all. They noted that there are occasional issues when programs begin, and they cited TRA as an example. This is a highly structured program that had little initial buy-in from youth. Youth self-select their programs, and some were not well prepared for the rigorous nature of the TRA program. Current enrollments meet projections, however.
   
   Additional discussion ensued as follows:
   
   In-School
   
   
   1. Career Majors Initiative
      
      Ms. Andrade noted that the requested increase is very insignificant. In fact, she observed that this program has been level funded in recent years, effectively reducing case management and oversight capability. She also stated that the projected enrollment of 70 students is a maximum number to maintain quality programming and adequate management. In addition, the program eliminated the mentor/coach position last year to meet budgetary constraints. She indicated that she intends to implement tighter requirements for program supervision. As a result, the mentor/coach position should be restored. Mr. Fernandes proposed a 10% increase over last year, which should offset the cost of mentor/coach reinstatement. The committee endorsed his recommendation.
      
      Recommendation: $104,500
      
      
   2. Project Keith
      
      Both Ms. Francis and Ms. Andrade observed that the Keith program has been a resounding success. They agreed that the number of male participants expressing strong satisfaction in the program was noteworthy. Ms. Fox suggested that this program has some latitude for introducing new concepts, and Ms. Rivet agreed. Ms. Francis noted that the program directors routinely modify and update material/curriculum to make it relevant. Funded at $35,000 last year, Mr. Fernandes suggested a 10% increase to $38,500 because of the sharp increase in materials costs associated with the program. The committee concurred.
      
      Recommendation: $38,500
      
      
   3. The Dartmouth Experience
      
      Ms. Francis noted that the program requested a few dollars less than last year, yet maintained its 26 student enrollment level. Ms. Andrade proposed level funding for FY 09. Ms. Rivet and Mr. Fernandes proposed a minimal increase to ensure program integrity, again in light of generally higher program costs.
      
      Recommendation: $33,500
      
      
   Out-of-School
   
   
   1. UMD/Project Camp Success
      
      Ms. Andrade indicated that the program has a history of success with a unique population, which Ms. Francis affirmed. However, Ms. Andrade considers an enrollment of 20 special needs students – most of who require significant individual attention -- excessive. In addition, it is impossible to project the type and intensity of disability that will be present in a given enrollment period. She noted that a number of calls were fielded last year in connection with this issue. Ms. Andrade suggested that the committee consider reducing the enrollment to 15. Ms. Wallquist and Mr. Fernandes indicated that they would recommend level funding the budget at $29,000, thus mitigating the program-wide cost increases that were based on 20 students. Ms. Rivet agreed.
      
      Recommendation: $29,000 and 15 students (down from 20)
      
      
   2. MY TURN, Inc.
      
      Mr. Fernandes noted that this program was funded at $182,000 for FY 08. Ms. Andrade stated that MY TURN is “very much a WIA-based program.” She added that the program has been successful and continues to maintain good relationships with New Directions and with youth. Mr. Fernandes suggested increasing their funding by 10% to mitigate the impact of increased program costs. Ms. Wallquist and Ms. Rivet agreed.
      
      Recommendation: $200,000
      
      
   3. Training Resources of America, Inc.
      
      A number of committee members expressed concern about the per pupil cost of TRA programming vis-à-vis other vendors. Mr. Fernandes stated that intends to meet with TRA administration to discuss this issue. Ms. Rivet noticed that TRA did not increase their request over last year’s amount. She suggested level funding. The committee concurred.
      
      Recommendation: $88,000
      
      
   PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION SUMMARY
   
   

   In-School (IS)
   Program	FY '08 Amount	FY '09 Request			FY '09 Recomendation
   1) Career majors NBPS 2) Project Keith 3) Dartmouth Experience	$95,000	$127,193			$104,500
   	$35,000	$ 44,193			$ 38,500
   	$33,000	$ 33,128			$ 33,500

   
   
   

   Out-of-School (OOS)
   Program	FY '08 Amount	FY '09 Request			FY '09 Recomendation
   4) MY TURN, Inc. 5) *UMD/Project Success 6) TRA	$182,000	$202,765.17			$200,000
   	$ 29,000	$ 35,445.36			$ 29,000
   	$ 88,000	$ 88,000.00			$ 88,000
   *(FY '09 - reduce students from 20 to 15)

   
   John Fernandes made a motion for acceptance, which was seconded by Cynthia Wallquist and carried unanimously.
   
   
4. Old Business
   
   Governor's Youth Council
   
   Ms. Fox asked if anyone had submitted nominations for youth to sit on this body, which asks for a commitment of four meetings annually. Ms. Francis indicated that she had circulated the information. She also noted that the Governor is seeking adults as well. This could be a significant commitment. Ms. Fox informed the committee that she had forwarded the information on to Nancy Feeney and Pam Pollock. A follow-up inquiry will be made.
   
   Being no further business before the committee, the meeting was adjourned.
   
   Respectfully submitted,
   
   
   Jean C. Fox
   Youth Council Director

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   05-08-08  Executive Committee Meeting  
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   Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board, Inc.
   Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
   05/08/08
   First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union – Fairhaven
   
   Members present: Charles R. Simpson, Jr., Chair; David DeJesus, Jr., Vice Chair; John Fernandes, David J. Ferreira, Roger Masson, Richard F. Mello, Bruce Morell, Maria O. Pinarreta, Charles E. Winterhalter
   Members absent: Anthony R. Sapienza
   
   Workforce Development System staff in attendance: Len Coriaty, Executive Director/CEO, Edward J. Dennehy, Steven T. Grant, Jean C. Fox
   
   1. Chair's Welcome:
   
   Chair Simpson called the meeting to order. Mr. Coriaty had additional meeting materials available for members’ use. Mr. Masson requested that future meeting materials be consolidated into a PDF document, noting that the numerous attachments can be cumbersome. Future meeting material dissemination will be examined.
   
   2. Consent Agenda:
   
   
   1. Minutes of 3/06/08 Executive Committee Meeting – Unanimously voted on a motion made by Mr. Morell and seconded by Mr. Masson.
   2. WIB Treasurer’s Report – Mr. Morell noted that the money for the Quest Building has been repaid without accessing the line of credit and moved to approve the Report. Mr. Fernandes seconded, and the vote carried unanimously.
   
   3. Committee Updates
   
   Executive Committee
   
   > High Performance Board Certification.
   
   Mr. Coriaty discussed the high performing board initiative. Specifically, he reviewed a brief Power Point presentation, which was distributed to Board Members. The HPWB effort is consistent with the Governor’s three stated workforce priorities: (1) Raising the capacity of the workforce system to respond to labor market needs; (2) Closing the skills gap; and (3) Enhancing the pipeline for youth. Mr. Coriaty noted that the GNBWIB complies with all preconditions, and he discussed the submission requirements. The four key areas involved in achieving high performance board status center on strategic planning, performance measurement success, board management, and fiscal oversight/resource development. The passing grade for each category is an 80 or a B.
   
   A Letter of Intent must be submitted to the Secretary by May 23. He informed the board that there are three submission dates, and that the GNBWIB is targeting the September 10 deadline, rather than the winter (Dec. or Jan.) or spring dates. The period of review is anticipated to be October or early November. All boards must be high performing by July 2009.
   
   The rewards of high performance status include the $100,000 incentive and better, more efficient systems.
   
   Mr. Mello noted that it is sometimes beneficial to “learn from the mistakes of others,” and that perhaps it would be wise to submit at a later date and see how other WIBs fare in this process. Mr. Simpson advised the Board that he has attended a couple of meetings with Mr. Mackley and Mr. Manning. The issue of interpretation and definition becomes a grey area. If the GNBWIB is one of the first, the organization then has the ability to design what the interpretation will be. He advised taking a proactive stance, rather than having to operate within the confines of a set of rules/definitions set by other WIBs.
   
   Mr. DeJesus moved to approve Mr. Coriaty’s request that the Letter of Intent be signed by both the Chair and the Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Roger Masson, and the vote carried unanimously.
   
   > Nomination of FY 2009 Officers
   
   Noting that the Executive Committee functions as the Nominating Committee, Chair Simpson revealed the slate for 2009: David DeJesus – Chair; Maria Pinarreta – Vice Chairman; Bruce Morell – Treasurer; David Pelletier – Assistant Treasurer; and Richard Mello – Clerk.
   
   Mr. Fernandes made a motion to accept the slate as presented, which was seconded by Mr. Winterhalter and unanimously voted.
   
   > Executive Director Performance Review
   
   Issues of personnel are executive session topics and are not covered in open session.
   Finance and Performance Measurement Committee
   
   > Charter Review Report
   
   On a motion made by Mr. Masson and seconded by Mr. Morell, the Charter Review Report was unanimously approved.
   
   > Annual Business Plan and Budget Update
   
   Mr. Simpson informed the meeting that Mr. Grant had presented budget anticipations for next year at the Finance and Performance Measurement Committee meeting earlier in the afternoon. A meeting will be called for May 19 to develop formal budget recommendations to submit to the Board and the Mayor prior to the Special WIB meeting on May 29 to allow for a vote at that time. Mr. Morell further informed the meeting that Mr. Grant identified $55,000 in 2007 and 2008 rescissions, which can be fully covered by “lag money” developed throughout the year. In fact, there will likely be some carryover into 2009, and there is about $30,000 in ITA funds.
   
   Business Development
   
   Mr. Winterhalter advised the Committee that there have been regular meetings, and that the meetings have been well attended. Three topics were raised at the last meeting: Summer Jobs, Brownfields, and the Economic Development Council.
   
   > Summer Jobs
   
   Mr. Winterhalter presented the latest numbers for summer jobs and pledges. There were 120 jobs made available through the Youth Expo. There were 35 pledges made to the Career Center. The Community Foundation is pledging a total of 30 youth positions. Thus far, $42,000 has been raised, with an additional $1,000 not yet recorded. Adding that to the $40,000 remaining from last year, there is still another $17,000 that must be raised to make the $100,000 stated goal. All funding is targeted to the subsidy program. The effort remains somewhat short of the goals. Mr. Winterhalter suggested launching a follow-up telephone outreach effort, and Mr. Coriaty indicated that he could provide the list of businesses. Members of the Executive Committee agreed to divide the list up and assist with the calling. Mr. Fernandes added that some businesses have committed jobs through labor organizations. Those numbers are not yet firm. He further noted this is the first time there has been private sector support of the initiative, largely due to the concerted efforts of WIB members working with the Mayor. Attorney General Coakley and Secretary Bump have been fully engaged in the process, which is also a “first.”
   
   >Brownfields
   
   Mr. Coriaty noted that the GNBWIB should be taking a lead role in driving training and employment that is based on a community need and ties into state and federal funding opportunities. There are 30 Brownfield sites in New Bedford alone. STEM funding should also be explored, and there should be consideration of combining STEM and Brownfields efforts as funding opportunities are sought and pursued. At this time, New Bedford High School, higher education, Economic Development, and surrounding communities should be brought into the conversation as well. Craig Baker will be developing a concept paper that describes how the opportunities may be blended. Additionally, Mr. Coriaty emphasized that the city’s buy-in is critically important.
   
   Mr. Coriaty went on to request that the Executive Committee take a lead role in engaging Economic Development and the City of New Bedford to move these initiatives forward.
   
   Discussion ensued relative to last year’s Brownfields proposal effort and the recent criticism appearing in the media regarding the WIB’s performance as it relates to specially trained workers. The negative reporting negatively impacts WIB member recruitment and service efforts, according to Mr. Simpson. He further advised that last year’s Brownfield’s proposal effort was picked up by the WIB shortly before the due date. Another grant opportunity was recently declined by the city because this grant has not been awarded here historically. Mr. Fernandes noted that it often takes repeated attempts to receive grant awards, and changes in the procurement requirements occur periodically due to the input of award non-recipients. Mr. Mello noted that in the past, the Board has requested that the WIB serve as a clearinghouse for all training opportunities; however, Mr. Simpson emphasized the WIB’s resource constraints as precluding a “clearinghouse” function at this time. The City is well staffed.
   
   > Economic Development
   
   Chair Simpson noted that the economic development plan is very comprehensive and positive, and that further discussion with NBEDC should proceed.
   
   Youth Council
   
   Youth Council Chair Fernandes reported that there were three In-School and three Out-of-School proposal submissions for FY 09. Despite modifications to the RFP, he expressed some disappointment that there are no new vendors competing for the funds. He would have preferred to see some innovative offerings this year. However, the RFP modifications free up some surplus funds that will be targeted to entrepreneurial approaches in the future. The Planning Committee is expected to meet next week to make recommendations on the proposal submissions.
   
   Mr. Fernandes then advised the meeting that he and the YC Director expect to meet with Commonwealth Corporation to seek clarification on the allocation of youth funds. Apparently, there are organizations that lack all 10 “required” elements, yet receive funding. If that is the case, there are likely other local organizations that would submit proposals.
   
   Jean Fox was introduced as the new YC Director.
   
   Mr. Coriaty then thanked Mr. Fernandes for agreeing to serve another year as Chair of the Youth Council. He further noted that John and Adam Chapdelaine’s March meeting with Tom Davis of the Business Park resulted in over 30 job pledges.
   
   Other Business
   
   > New Directions Southcoast, Inc. Business Plan
   
   A meeting will be held next week during which some unresolved issues will be addressed, according to Chair Simpson. Specifically, there are questions regarding the performance funds as well as whether or not to continue outsourcing fiscal resources. Further discussion on the need for a grant writer is also expected to occur. Mr. Simpson emphasized his commitment to resolving all outstanding issues in very short order.
   
   Executive Director Update
   
   Mr. Coriaty reported that there are three candidates for the Director of Development position. Second interviews will begin next week. Two finalists were interviewed for LiteracyWorks, with one ranking high in the evaluation. Craig will follow up with a possible offer.
   
   Mr. Coriaty then advised the Committee that a review of existing memberships is underway. A list of names for reappointment is currently being compiled for the Mayor. The present membership total stands at 60; this year, the intention is to reduce that total to 53, with the goal of 45 by July 1, 2009. The private sector proportion of the membership is a little short at the present time.
   
   Regarding recent legislative activity, Mr. Coriaty informed the members that $100,000 to continue and expand Work Cert was approved by the House. It still requires Senate approval. The fishermen’s safety training program received $47,000 in new funding, and there was a $1 million increase in ABE allocations, to $31 million.
   
   Mr. Morell made a motion to approve Mr. Coriaty’s report. Mr. DeJesus seconded the motion, and the vote carried unanimously.
   
   This portion of the meeting ended at 5:37 PM.
   
   Respectfully submitted,
   
   
   Jean Fox
   Youth Council Director
   
   
   BRIEF RECESS
   
   Chair Simpson resumed the meeting at 5:40 PM.
   
   The Chair initiated a discussion regarding the Executive Director’s performance and salary review. The discussion included, but was not limited to, the current salary, funds available for consideration of any increase in that salary, the performance review period, and the goals and objectives as they had been articulated to the Executive Director, coupled with accomplishments associated with same. It was noted that the review period was from January 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008.
   
   To facilitate the review, WIB goals presented to the Executive Director and previously sent to the Executive Committee were discussed and evaluated. The Chair reminded Committee members that effective July 1, 2007, Coriaty assumed full responsibility for the WIB’s new designation by the Mayor of Fiscal Agent for all regional workforce development funds (formerly DWDA), and included with Fiscal Agency responsibilities, Coriaty assumed responsibility for four additional staff including one direct report to the Executive Director.
   
   The Chair informed Committee members about a survey completed in the fall of 2007 by the MA Workforce Board Association. The Executive Director salary range in MA is $80k-120k annually. In comparing Fall River, Brockton, Lawrence, Springfield and New Bedford, the mean salary is $91,000. Other than Springfield, only New Bedford has fiscal agency responsibility and fiscal staff.
   
   Based on all of the above, and the limitations on WIB resources to achieve the WIB mission, the Chair proposed a 9.6% effective July 1, 2007 which includes the annual review and cost of living adjustments for the second half of FY ’07, all of FY ’08, and an adjustment for added responsibilities assumed when the WIB was designated fiscal agent by Mayor Lang, effective July 1, 2007.
   
   After lengthy discussion and review, upon motion duly made and seconded, authorization was voted with unanimous support by the Executive Committee.
   
   There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 5:57 PM.
   
   Respectfully submitted,
   
   
   Charles R. Simpson, Jr.
   WIB Chair

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   05-08-08  Finance and Performance Measurement Committee Meeting  
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   Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board, Inc.
   Finance and Performance Measurement Committee
   05/08/08
   Southcoast Hospitals Group – Fairhaven
   
   Finance and Performance Measurement Committee members present: Bruce Morell, Chair; Roger W. Masson, Vice Chair; David DeJesus, Jr., Edward J. Dennehy, John Fernandes, David A. Pelletier, Susan B. Peterson, Maria O. Pinarreta, Charles R. Simpson, Jr., Carl Waal
   Finance and Performance Measurement Committee members absent: Michael Kramer, James C. Nichols, James F. Snow
   
   Workforce Development System staff in attendance: Len Coriaty, Steven T. Grant
   WIB Members in attendance: Richard Mello, Paul Correia, Caroline St. Don
   
   Chair Bruce Morell called the meeting to order at 3:10pm.
   
   
   1. Chair's Welcome: Chair Bruce Morell welcomed all to the meeting.
      
      
   2. Consent Agenda:
      Minutes of the 3/06/08 Finance and Performance Measurement Committee meeting, and the WIB Treasurer’s report through March 31, 2008, were approved unanimously on a motion by Sue Peterson, seconded by Dave Pelletier.
      
      
   3. Fiscal Reports
      
      1. WIB - Steve Grant presented the fiscal report summary, noting the main variances to budget. The lag for salaries is currently $7,663 and could end up at around $15 to $20K depending on the timing of filling two positions. Fringe is favorable by $18K but that could decline slightly by year-end. Although spending for consultants and other fees is currently favorable we still have to accrue audit fees for ’08 and procure for CQI training from State One Stop funds so we should end up unfavorable by year-end. This is explained by higher than planned use of consultant to cover staff vacancies. We are also showing lag of $6K for advertising/marketing and $6K for staff.
         
         Lead Operator expenses have also been favorable in anticipation of a larger rescission number. Based on the final rescission numbers for our area we should be in good shape to actually carry out WIA funds to F/Y’09.
         
         The lag in spending of the WCTF training funds was brought up. Ed Dennehy explained that the training has been pushed back a little by the companies involved but will pick up in the summer and fall. Len asked if training fund would still be fully spent and Ed said yes, they should be. Sue Peterson asked about continued Literacy Works funding. Len said we continue to look to CommCorp for continued funding as well as other potential sources and should be filling the Literacy Entrepreneur position soon.
         
         Sue Peterson moved to approve the financial report. Dave DeJesus seconded and it was approved unanimously.
         
         
         
         
      2. DCS - Carl Waal touched on some of the issues related to DCS staffing and future budget considerations. He said about 30 have been cut to date but he expects another round of cuts to take place. Sue asked if the Career Center staff would be affected. Carl said it would not be affected by the layoffs but the staffing would have to be determined locally in the budget process. Wagner Peyser is level funded but with much higher fringe costs we could no longer expect a 50/50 split on Career Center Operating costs. He said that as a separate issue, DCS is looking at U.I. Walk In staffing statewide. Len Coriaty asked Carl if he knew what would become of the money to cover the Field Manager position since it was paid from the local allocation but retained by Boston. Carl did not know so the question should be asked further up the line. Steve Grant asked if Carl knew who would be representing DCS in local negotiations regarding the budget. Carl hoped he would be able to work on the budget but was not sure if he would be able to.
         
         
      3. Operations Report - Ed Dennehy presented the Operations Report. He reported that the Youth Expo went well. More than 200 youths 16 and older showed up and 120 jobs were offered up by employers. Ed noted that we were approved for an additional $120,000 in training money and $25,000 for staff to provide services to Multi-Layer employees in our Rapid Response grant. He reported there is a waiting list of 94 customers seeking training and asked for another $30,000 to be made available for ITA’s in light of the final rescission total being less than expected. Chuck Simpson motioned to approve the request, Sue Peterson seconded and it passed unanimously. Ed reported customer activity level at the CC is still high, with the daily total exceeding 250, due to high unemployment and the scarcity of jobs.
         
         Customer Surveys are being fine-tuned and the CC is now using Survey Monkey. He hopes to provide quarterly reports on surveys in the future. To date the response to surveys has been low. Ed passed out the WIA performance numbers through March and noted that we are on target to meet all WIA numbers for F/Y ’08.
         
         Ed reported that New Directions was approved for a $49K Workforce Training Fund grant to train all staff in Lean Continuous Improvement processes. The Greater Boston Manufacturing Partnership will begin training in the next few months.
         
         He reported that the Division of Apprenticeship Training has filled its Field Rep position and is now occupying space at the CC at least one day each week.
         
         Ed noted the loss of 2 DCS Job Specialists at the DTA office. One resigned to take a position with DTA and another took the voluntary layoff offer from DCS.
         
         After being advised by the Town of Wareham that the CC would have to relocate as of July 1st we found two commercial sites offer some promise but would require extensive improvements and layout changes. The owners have offered to make the changes but they would not be ready until late summer or early fall. New Directions is now talking to the Town Administrator about staying at the present site. An answer is expected soon on the request to stay and in any event the Administrator will not just throw us out as of June 30th.
         
         Ed reported that DTA announced funding cuts for ’09. Performance money will remain at $189K but Post Employment Services was cut more than 50% to $21K and the Literacy Improvement Program was cut 40% to $93K. He said we will continue to run the UMass and NBPS classes for 6 months and try for additional funding. Steve Grant mentioned he has been in contact with Lisa Jochim and Rosemary Wilde to look at budgets of $40K each instead of the $70K provided in the last two years.
         
         Sue Peterson moved to accept the Performance Report, John Fernandes seconded and it passed unanimously.
         
         
      4. Charter Review Report - Roger Masson said the report had been updated from its draft form as approved at the last meeting. Chuck Simpson moved to accept the report, Sue Peterson seconded and all approved.
         
         
   4. Updates
      Steve Grant reported that full payment has been made to the City for the Quest Center obligation. Chuck asked if we had to tap the line of credit and Steve replied that we have not. He felt there might not be any pressure to use the line of credit until August depending on availability of ’09 WIA funding.
      
      Steve reported that the final rescission figures were favorable compared to earlier expectations. Only $53K of WIA money was taken back so we are in pretty good shape to do a little more training as discussed earlier, and still carry out some money to ’09.
      
      Steve passed out a spreadsheet showing projected ’08 spending and a draft view of 2009 budget possibility based on latest information. He noted that this would lead into the next item on the agenda, the working group implementation. Len and Steve gave a quick overview of the working group concept for the working group members in attendance. Steve noted that the spreadsheet could serve as a stating point for a working group meeting and that the budget would be discussed in greater detail at the first group meeting. He would set a meeting date and inform the members
      
      Len noted that 3 members assigned to the WG would probably not participate. Bruce noted that member participation is still a problem and has been frustrating. Discussion continued on future board membership total. Len mentioned that it would probably be pared to 53 soon and the goal is to cap the membership at 45 through attrition. Chuck Simpson volunteered to participate in the WG.
      
      
   5. New Directions Business Plan - Ed Dennehy just mentioned that he passed out the plan at a previous meeting and sought feedback. He got some feedback from Sue Peterson. Chuck Simpson said he would set up a meeting with Ed to go over the plan in detail.
      
      
   6. Adjourn:
      John Fernandes moved to adjourn at 4:30pm. Chuck Simpson seconded and meeting was adjourned.
   
   Next meeting: To be determined
   
   Respectfully submitted,
   
   
   Steve Grant
   Director of Finance

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