Grangeville Horizons Steering Committee Minutes
September 13, 2011
Attendees: Cathy Wassmuth, Jody Hoogland, Mary Jahn, Andrea Solberg, and Deanna English..
FINANCIAL REPORT
Lisa Stoddard reported by email that there is $7,363.39 left in the Grangeville Horizons account. CAP's indirect administration rate is 6.5% or $479 leaving a balance of $6,884.39.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Evergreen Food Bank: Mary Jahn reported that funding ($600) to purchase a freezer was approved and sent to Evergreen Food Bank in August.
Friends of Centennial Library (FOCL): A note was received from Rachel Loster, a FOCL board member, expressing appreciation to the Grangeville Horizons Steering Committee and Lisa Stoddard for our help "...in gaining our non-profit status. We just had our first fundraiser, a highly successful book sale, and we couldn't have done it without your support. We look forward to partnering with the library for the benefit of our community."
Rails-to-Trails: Deanna English reported that she, Pat Green, and Lynn Moss (Lewiston) are leading the effort to develop a Grangeville-Cottonwood rails-to-trails project. Deanna and Pat met with the rail-bed owner to determine the cost and timeline for purchasing the rail bed. A meeting will be scheduled in the near future to discuss the develop a "Friends of the Trail", apply for 501(c)3 status, write grants to purchase the rail bed, and complete site criteria and design.
Grangeville Horizons Recreation: Cathy Wassmuth reported that the Recreation Committee has $7,800 earmarked for park lighting and infrastructure improvements. This week the committee will meet with contractors to get started on those improvements at Pioneer Park. There will be a work day on September 20-21. Cathy hopes to complete the IRS application for 501(c)3 status soon. All present voted in favor of allocating $500 of the Horizons funding to Grangeville Horizons Recreation to assist with IRS filing fees and accountant services.
Multi-tenant Facility: Jody Hoogland reported that the group is pursuing a co-op model for the organization structure. The steering committee (Jody Hoogland, Melissa Bryant, and Lorraine Roach) are working with Clearwater Economic Development Association on a block grant application to purchase the old USFS building east of Grangeville, and are completing a feasibility study and business plan.
Grangeville Horizons Website: Mary Jahn reported that the annual domain name registration fee of $25 is due. All present voted in favor of renewing the domain name registration for one year.
Grangeville Community Foundation (GCF): Andrea Solberg reported that she, John Bennett, Mary Jahn, Mary Schmidt, and Jane Spencer have met several times with Idaho Community Foundation staff to discuss the development of a Grangeville Community Foundation. The mission of GCF will be to build a stronger, more vibrant community that improves the quality of life for all residents. The service area will be Grangeville. Andrea explained that GCF does not need to apply for IRS nonprofit status. GCF will be one of Idaho Community Foundation’s funds and will benefit from being under the ICF umbrella. Proposed steps for GCF include: Complete paperwork to become a fund under Idaho Community Foundation; take advantage of training and services offered by ICF to get the Grangeville Community Foundation up and running; place remaining Grangeville Horizons funding into the newly formed Grangeville Community Foundation; encourage donations to Grangeville Community Foundation with a goal of reaching $25,000 in the near future; and publicize and implement a grant cycle in Spring 2012. Mary Jahn reported that John Bennett will match funds the Steering Committee places in GCF. All present voted in favor of placing remaining Horizons funds in Grangeville Community Foundation.
A final Steering Committee meeting is tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 noon at Oscars.
September 13, 2011
Attendees: Cathy Wassmuth, Jody Hoogland, Mary Jahn, Andrea Solberg, and Deanna English..
FINANCIAL REPORT
Lisa Stoddard reported by email that there is $7,363.39 left in the Grangeville Horizons account. CAP's indirect administration rate is 6.5% or $479 leaving a balance of $6,884.39.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Evergreen Food Bank: Mary Jahn reported that funding ($600) to purchase a freezer was approved and sent to Evergreen Food Bank in August.
Friends of Centennial Library (FOCL): A note was received from Rachel Loster, a FOCL board member, expressing appreciation to the Grangeville Horizons Steering Committee and Lisa Stoddard for our help "...in gaining our non-profit status. We just had our first fundraiser, a highly successful book sale, and we couldn't have done it without your support. We look forward to partnering with the library for the benefit of our community."
Rails-to-Trails: Deanna English reported that she, Pat Green, and Lynn Moss (Lewiston) are leading the effort to develop a Grangeville-Cottonwood rails-to-trails project. Deanna and Pat met with the rail-bed owner to determine the cost and timeline for purchasing the rail bed. A meeting will be scheduled in the near future to discuss the develop a "Friends of the Trail", apply for 501(c)3 status, write grants to purchase the rail bed, and complete site criteria and design.
Grangeville Horizons Recreation: Cathy Wassmuth reported that the Recreation Committee has $7,800 earmarked for park lighting and infrastructure improvements. This week the committee will meet with contractors to get started on those improvements at Pioneer Park. There will be a work day on September 20-21. Cathy hopes to complete the IRS application for 501(c)3 status soon. All present voted in favor of allocating $500 of the Horizons funding to Grangeville Horizons Recreation to assist with IRS filing fees and accountant services.
Multi-tenant Facility: Jody Hoogland reported that the group is pursuing a co-op model for the organization structure. The steering committee (Jody Hoogland, Melissa Bryant, and Lorraine Roach) are working with Clearwater Economic Development Association on a block grant application to purchase the old USFS building east of Grangeville, and are completing a feasibility study and business plan.
Grangeville Horizons Website: Mary Jahn reported that the annual domain name registration fee of $25 is due. All present voted in favor of renewing the domain name registration for one year.
Grangeville Community Foundation (GCF): Andrea Solberg reported that she, John Bennett, Mary Jahn, Mary Schmidt, and Jane Spencer have met several times with Idaho Community Foundation staff to discuss the development of a Grangeville Community Foundation. The mission of GCF will be to build a stronger, more vibrant community that improves the quality of life for all residents. The service area will be Grangeville. Andrea explained that GCF does not need to apply for IRS nonprofit status. GCF will be one of Idaho Community Foundation’s funds and will benefit from being under the ICF umbrella. Proposed steps for GCF include: Complete paperwork to become a fund under Idaho Community Foundation; take advantage of training and services offered by ICF to get the Grangeville Community Foundation up and running; place remaining Grangeville Horizons funding into the newly formed Grangeville Community Foundation; encourage donations to Grangeville Community Foundation with a goal of reaching $25,000 in the near future; and publicize and implement a grant cycle in Spring 2012. Mary Jahn reported that John Bennett will match funds the Steering Committee places in GCF. All present voted in favor of placing remaining Horizons funds in Grangeville Community Foundation.
A final Steering Committee meeting is tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 noon at Oscars.
