Minutes SeVEDS Board Meeting
November 15th, 2012 – 2PM
Hannah Cosman Room Brattleboro
In attendance: Julia Sorenson, Jeff Lewis, Susan McMahon, Patrick Moreland, Tim Cullenen, Dan Yates, Lisa Sullivan, Jenna Pugliese (2:21), Bob Stevens, Laura Sibilia
Absent: David Alstadt, Colby Dix, Bill Colvin, Martin Langeveld, Barb Sondag, Scott Murphy, Drew Richards, Stephan Morse
Lisa called the meeting to order at 2:21
Susan moved to approve the minutes from 10/18, seconded by Jenna. Vote Unanimous
Dan moved to accept the financials as presented, seconded by Bob. Vote Unanimous
Board meeting time polling discussion – Lisa “this is going to be impossible” – Patrick in absence of something that works for everyone, keep the meeting time. Jeff, might be time to think about examining by-laws as part of one year reflection. December agenda item
BDCC Update – Jeff updated the board on meetings between SeVEDS exec committee members and the BDCC board. Interesting conversations. Both boards will keep each other posted monthly.
Workforce hire. Jeff is asking for an extension on hire date to January 30, feels he is getting close. Bob made a motion to extend the SeVEDS WF Hire Date to January 30 seconded by Dan. Vote Unanimous
CEDS: discussion on ViTAL Economy public engagement periods
Municipal Fundraising – Board members reported the process was going well. Bellows Falls and Wilmington have invested in SeVEDS for FY 13. A number of towns will need petitions. Laura will bring a plan to December meeting
SeVEDS participation with Marlboro College Get on Board Training program: YP/Marlboro College “Get on Board” event: Metropolis November 30th 5:30-7:30
Jenna made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 3:56