Welcome to the new members who joined in May and June for the 2009-2010 year: Mary Rack of Avon Lake, Ohio, stopped to visit both Doris Bernlohr and Nancy Shoemaker in early May, and they managed to convince her to join the branch. She has been a member of AAUW for several years, serving at … Continue reading Welcome new members!
Branch status – 6/30/09
We are proud of 77% renewal rate by the July 1 deadline, 75% increase in the number of members since November, and 85% growth in the number of primary members since the branch was chartered. As of June 30, 20 of the 26 members who joined for 08-09 have renewed, 4 have resigned and 2 … Continue reading Branch status – 6/30/09
Draft of FY09 Financial Report
Here are two reports on the branch finances for its first fiscal year: FY09 Quick Summary (just the high points) FY09 Cash Flow (more details) FY09 Account Balances Both document that the branch has a balance of 187.68 at the end of the year. If you want to see the detailed list of transactions that … Continue reading Draft of FY09 Financial Report
e-newsletter v2009.04
EMBRACING CHANGE As delegates prepare for our convention in St. Louis, Missouri June 26-28, I hope each of you have also taken the time to be informed. Change is in the air as we deal with new bylaw proposals. The proposed bylaw changes before us all began in 2005 when the boards of AAUW began … Continue reading e-newsletter v2009.04
Proposed budget
Our budget for 2009-2010 is fairly simple. We haven't built up a reserve and the $5/person dues won't kick in until after July 1. We are still encouraging members to donate to the branch to strengthen our financial position and give us some leeway if a new project comes up that the board wishes to … Continue reading Proposed budget
Branch members help WRC in Alamance County
On Thursday, April 23, four branch members helped at the refreshment table for the Herb Festival of the Women's Resource Center in Alamance County. This is a major fundraiser that supports the work of the WRC, dedicated to helping women and their families improve and enrich their lives. Its main program is "New Choices" which … Continue reading Branch members help WRC in Alamance County
Draft of branch policies
Here is an initial draft of the branch policies. The board will be asked to approve a version of the policies sometime in June. All members are welcome to comment on this document. Please use the branch e-mail list for the discussion. AAUW Tar Heel Branch Policies
Upcoming modification to the branch bylaws
As we were drafting the branch policies, we realized that the branch bylaws don't cover electronic votes of the branch in all cases where they may be required. Article X covers an election process appropriate for the branch, and Article VI. Section 2. (changes to dues) and Article XX. Section 3. (changes to the bylaws) … Continue reading Upcoming modification to the branch bylaws
Treasurer’s report for 4/30/09
Here are the financial reports as of 4/30/09. If you want to see the transaction details, please let me know. Account Balances 4/30/2009 Cash Flow FY09 as of 4/30/09
e-newsletter v2009.03
FROM THE PRESIDENT Doris Bernlohr [Doris was called out of town and delegated this newsletter to Nancy. When she returns, expect to hear about her Equal Pay Day activities and the AAUW members who worked at the Alamance County Women's Resource Center Herb Festival earlier this week.] Send an E-Card Equal Pay Day Activities If … Continue reading e-newsletter v2009.03
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