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1) Call Meeting to Order:
Notice of the meeting having been given, and a quorum of
the Directors being present, the Chair declared the meeting to
be properly constituted for the transaction of business. The
meeting was called to order at 7:10 pm.
Val Hortiguela introduced Chris Bensley and Frances
Fraumeni to the Board.
2) Review of Meeting Minutes:
| MOTION: |
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Marta Hargrove |
| SECOND: |
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Norma Bird |
| CARRIED: |
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To accept the minutes of the
February 26, 2008 Board Meeting
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3) Business arising from previous minutes:
Norma Bird, Beverley Gordon, Colleen Ashmore (Director of
Operations) and Elsha van der Linden (Social Worker) met
before the Board meeting to discuss the strategic plan
process. Val Hortiguela, Marta Hargrove, Norma Bird, Beverley
Gordon & Colleen Ashmore will undertake to take the
process forward. The Committee will have a conference call
March 20th, 2008 at 2:00pm to discuss the suggested
consultants and any findings. Norma informed the Board that a
plan could be developed by June 2008, not April 2008 as
discussed in the February 2008 Board meeting. The Board was
asked to forward names of potential consultants to Beverley
Gordon. The committee is seeking a strategic thinker who would
stretch everyone's thinking; someone who may not necessarily
be familiar with the developmental sector.
Susan Gudofsky informed the Board of the status of the
branding activities and distributed the available materials.
The plan is to have the branding activities completed by June,
2008. A style guide has been developed and the web site is in
process. There were comments made about the size of print, the
photos used, impression that the organization was child
focused and did not include adults. Overall the Directors were
pleased with the look and feel of the materials. Susan
Gudofsky will discuss the Boards comments with Nancy Coldham
and MFM Graphic Design and Printing. Once branding is complete
a plan will be developed addressing how Safehaven can be 'the
go to organization' and how to get Safehaven's key messages
out into the community.
Susan Gudofsky reviewed with the Board the upcoming events
and solicited the Board's input on costs verses public
exposure and creation of community awareness. The Board had a
spirited discussion and Fern Mozersky will follow up with
Susan Gudofsky. Board asked to participate in all upcoming
events. They can help by attending, soliciting gifts and
attendees. Beverley Gordon apologized to Fern Mozersky for not
being called before the meeting as had been scheduled at the
February, 2008 Board meeting.
| MOTION: |
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Norma Bird |
| SECOND: |
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André Laurent |
| CARRIED: |
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That the CIBC investment
strategy be approved pending final review and discussion
with CIBC by Eric Clarke.
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Sharon Alton, Ann LeBlanc and Beverley Gordon have a
Nominating Committee meeting scheduled for March13, 2008 to
begin the nominating process. Call for nominations will be
mailed March 14th, 2008. Board confirmed that they were
seeking four (4) directors. At least two (2) of the available
positions will go to residential members. Board agreed that
the Nominating Committee would also hold discussions with
previous candidates. Board suggested they would like
individuals versed in the developmental sector, adult
planning, fundraising and influential in various communities.
4) President's Report:
Val Hortiguela informed the Board that the property at 1163
Bloor Street West had been sold. Safehaven will continue to
seek development opportunities. 5) Any other business
that may be brought forth:
Beverley Gordon informed the Board that Safehaven continues
to have a problem keeping the residences consistently staffed.
The organization is working on a number of different
strategies. The strength in the organization is that all
employees are willing to participate in working in the various
residences until a period of stabilization can be achieved.
Beverley Gordon reviewed with the Board their duties and
responsibilities as directors of a corporation.
6) Next Board Meeting:
April Board meeting cancelled to allow committees to
complete their assignments
May 13, 2008 7:00-9:00pm
1173 Bloor Street West, Toronto
Upcoming Board Meetings
June 10, 2008
July 2008 - August 2008 - No Meetings
September 9, 2008
October 14, 2008 AGM
7) Adjournment:
| MOTION: |
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Fern Mozersky |
| SECOND: |
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Marta Hargrove |
| CARRIED: |
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That the meeting be
adjourned at 9:10 pm.
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Recorded by Beverley Gordon
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