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The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes February 1, 2011
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Jerry Poupard , Andrea Saavedra,
Mary Helen Abbott
Board Member Absent: Olivia Sanchez, Melissa Morgan, Nicki Young
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:45pm.
Meeting Minutes:
The December 7, 2011 minutes were distributed. Mary Helen motioned
to approve minutes. Jerry seconded. The minutes were approved unanimously.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read by Mary Helen. The report
was filed for audit. Mary Helen raised the Board’s awareness
of $600 encumbered for 2 donors’ tiles yet to be engraved
or installed. Discussed and tabled for a later meeting.
Director’s Report:
The new HEEC website http://ecoheec.com is new and improved. Lauren
has added a “Thank You” link to sponsors and volunteers.
She has also begun a library blog. Check it out at librarycolumn.blog.com.
Lauren gave the Board prior notice on two upcoming requests for
HEEC support--Earth Week entertainment and the fresh & saltwater
aquarium overhaul. She estimates the cost for Earth Week entertainment
to be in the $300-350 range. The fresh & saltwater aquarium
is literally dead in the water and badly in need of an overhaul
to allow it to support life. Lauren will be gathering information
and expert estimates. She estimates that the work needed will not
exceed $1600. Both items will be tabled as more information is needed
for a vote.
Old Business:
Good Search has earned $4.59 in January 2011 and $427.30 since inception.
The Eco Friendly Gif Wrap netted $46.
Lauren plans to launch the Adopt-an-Animal Program on Valentine’s
Day. All materials are ready to go except the window decal for the
cages. Mary Helen motioned to accept the “Thank You for Adopting
Me” themed decal. Jerry seconded. The motion was accepted
unanimously.
The Winter Newsletter will be distributed before Valentine’s
Day.
New Business:
The Citrus Harvest Festival is March 26 10am – 3:30(rain date
April 2). The booth fee is $40. Mary Helen motioned to participate
and submit fee for $40. The HEEC activity will be button making
and promotion of the Adopt-an-Animal Program.
March 5 the Highland Library will make no-sew necktie aprons for
the Adult Craft Program.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 pm. The next meeting will be
March 1, 2011 at 5:30pm at the Highland Library.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes October 5, 2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Melissa
Morgan, Jerry Poupard , Andrea Saavedra
Board Member Absent: Olivia Sanchez
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:40pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The Sept 7 minutes were distributed. Andrea made the mwww.myGlights.comOliOlivaiotion
to approve the minutes. Mary Helen seconded. The minutes were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Lauren will gather eco-oriented incentives for the Adult Summer
Reading Program. She will be requesting funding from HEEC at a later
meeting.
The Highland Library will participate in the Oct 21 Great California
Shakeout. In preparation to this 11:21 event, Lauren will run an
emergency preparation workshop for adult earlier in the day.
October 28 and 29th is the library Haunted House. October 28 is
the Disney Halloween from 3pm- 5pm.
Old Business:
Good Search has earned YTD 59.25. Earth Day is April 22. Library
activities will mirror last year arrangement. Theme this year is
Education on different animals. HEEC will be asked to pay for food
for the presenters.
Discover Highland Night is October 23 4-8pm at Lowe’s parking
lot. HEEC will have a booth.
New Business:
There is no new business.
The next meeting will be November 9 at 5:30pm at the Highland Library.
This is one week late due to schedule conflicts.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes May 4, 2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Jerry
Poupard , Andrea Saavedra, Olivia Sanchez
Board Members Absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:39pm.
Meeting Minutes:
The March 2 minutes were emailed prior to the meeting. Copies were
available at the meeting. Olivia motioned to accept the minutes.
Mary Helen seconded. The updated minutes were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Lauren requested HEEC financial support for the upcoming Summer
Reading program for adults June 14 – July 31. Prizes will
include a compost bin, tools and a grand prize of a Nook and gift
card for e-books. Olivia made a motion to provide a maximum of $300
for the ELC to purchase a Nook and gift card to give as a prize.
Mary Helen seconded. The motion was approved unanimously.
Lauren thanked HEEC for using proceeds totaling $76.00 from the
Highland Citrus Harvest Festival and upcoming Earth Week activities
to pay for veterinary bills for the library’s sick snake.
She reported that the snake had a respiratory infection that has
been treated successfully.
Lauren invited members to view the new waste-to-energy exhibit
in the ELC. This is a three part exhibit showing traditional landfill
methods, an interactive activity, and a human bicycling activity
to produce energy. This exhibit was the result of EPA Grant money.
Old Business:
Olivia reported Good Search for May: $5.01, YTD: $23.49, Total:
$361.57.
Andrea estimated 1500 plus people attended Earth Week activities
at the library. Earth Day count was 350-360. She reported that all
events went smoothly. Expenses included $163.06 for vendor food
and $18.64 for paint for tee shirts. We sold 10 shirts and received
a limited number of recycled cans from the event. The Board discussed
improvements to better promote Earth Week next year. They also discussed
improvements to vendor meal offerings and presenter resources.
Andrea reported that Master Gardeners were successful in promoting
the Adopt-a-Garden at Earth Week events. Five new applications were
submitted. Three are being processed. She suggested next year we
bring a speaker from the National Wildlife Federation to promote
the Backyard Certification Program.
New Business:
Andrea recommended that we promote community sponsorships to expand
support of larger ELC programs. She suggested ways to recognize
our future sponsors—HEEC event poster, newsletter recognition,
website spotlight and link. She will draft a solicitation letter
for community partnerships to be available for the next Chamber
of Commerce meeting.
Andrea will do final check on the Yahoo Small Business web hosting
cost to update our website. Lauren and Andrea will maintain this
site.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:50.
The scheduled June 2, 2009 meeting will not occur due to
schedule conflicts. If necessary the board will do business by email
and e-votes. The next formal meeting will be July 6 at 5:30pm at
the Highland Library.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
The Highland Environmental
Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes April 2,
2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland
Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Jerry
Poupard , Andrea Saavedra(by phone), Olivia Sanchez
Board Members Absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Olivia called the meeting to order at 5:41pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The March 2 minutes were emailed prior to the meeting. Copies were
available at the meeting. Mary Helen motioned to accept the minutes.
Jerry seconded. The updated minutes were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Lauren thanked Olivia for donating her Easy-up for HEEC activities.
She reported that the design is ready for the large Earth Day Banner.
The banner will be hung across Baseline for Earth Week.
The library will host a Summer Reading program for adults June
14 – July 31. Prizes will include a compost bin, tools and
a grand prize of a Nook. A vote to fund prizes by HEEC will be tabled
for a later date.
Lauren requested HEEC support to fund veterinarian visits for ELC
snakes and to purchase light bulbs. Mary Helen motioned to pay for
the veterinarian bill and light bulb purchases with fundraising
proceeds from the Highland Citrus Harvest Festival and upcoming
Earth Week activities. Andrea seconded. The motion was approved
unanimously.
Old Business:
Good Search for April $1.16, YTD $19.16, since inceptions $357.24.
The table at the Citrus Harvest Festival had 600 visitors. The kids
loved the buttons. $1.25 in donations was netted at the event.
Members proofread and approved the HEEC Newsletter and Earth Day
card.
New Business:
Earth Week is April 17 – 23. During this week ELC will have
the kick off to the Adopt-a-Garden Program. Community participants
who bring 20 recyclables to the event will be eligible to receive
a prize. Watch for the press release for this and all events. Olivia
will research sources and cost for HEEC to provide lunch for Earth
Day presenters. Board members will have an email vote regarding
the costs involved.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:31.
The next meeting will be May 4, 2009 at 5:30pm at the Highland
Library.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
04.10.2010 Minutes emailed to members
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes March 2, 2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Jerry
Poupard , Andrea Saavedra, Olivia Sanchez
Board Members Absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:37pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The February 2 minutes were emailed prior to the meeting. Copies
were available at the meeting. The minutes were corrected to show
Andrea, not Lauren, researched cost of shirts to sell during Earth
Week. Mary Helen motioned to update minutes. Jerry seconded. The
updated minutes were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Andrea and Lauren will represent the ELC on CSUSB Coyote Internet
Radio. This is expected to air during Earth Week.
Lauren reported having gone solo in applying for an Edison grant
for $25,000 for energy programs and materials. Jessica is now officially
the Highland Branch manager. Lauren will take on expanded duties
in the Environmental Learning Center.
Old Business:
As follow up to February 2 meeting there was an email vote to approve
the purchase of shirts for Earth Week.
Olivia reported our GoodSearch YTD as 12.48 and lifetime total
of $356.08.
Andrea reported that the Adopt-a-Garden sponsorship forms and follow-up
inspection sheets will be ready for the Citrus Harvest Festival
March 27. The Spring Edition of the HEEC Newsletter is still in
progress.
Volunteers are needed for the Citrus Harvest Festival. The button
maker is ready for the event once we have picture to color. Olivia
will loan her easy up for the event. Members are asked to watch
for a good product and price to purchase an HEEC easy up for future
events. Big5 was suggested as a reasonable product that periodically
goes on sale.
New Business:
Lauren recommended HEEC create Earth Day cards for Earth Week to
send to supporters and others in the community. She would like the
interns to work on this activity. Mary Helen motioned to approve
Earth Day Cards for HEEC. Olivia seconded. The motion was carried.
Lauren emphasized that the $30 annual membership is the only charge
for educators to use the teacher ELC kits for the year.
Andrea is requesting ideas for an annual membership drive event.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:31.
The next meeting will be April 2, 2009 at 5:30pm at the Highland
Library.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
The Highland Environmental
Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes February 2 , 2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Jerry
Poupard , Andrea Saavedra
Board Members Absent: Melissa Morgan, Olivia Sanchez
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:34pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The January 5 minutes were emailed prior to the meeting. Copies
were available at the meeting. The minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Jessica reported that bookings continue for Earth Week at the Highland
Library. She and Lauren will represent the ELC on CSUSB Coyote Internet
Radio March 4th.
Lauren reported having completed a survey for the National Wildlife
Federation regarding our rooftop garden’s certification as
a wildlife habitat. She passed information for Bubblology—the
Science of Bubbles to perform at the Highland Library for Earth
Week. Last meeting she was approved for up to $400 for entertainment.
The cost is $350. Mary Helen motioned to approve Bubblology for
entertainment. Jerry seconded. The motion was passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Andrea reported that the Adopt-a-Garden sponsorship forms and follow-up
inspection sheets are near completion. Following discussion it was
agreed to allow signage for sponsors. We will advertise March 1
as the start-up date for Adopt-a-Garden.
Membership incentives will be tabled for another meeting.
Two stations remain to be booked for the Earth Week at the Highland
Library. Joe Green of Curiosity Quest has been booked as a guest
speaker. Others booked include Enviroscaping , Composting, Trees
to Please, a storm water display, an energy bus, and the reading
of an environmental book. Sheila Kee will present her bird-watching
book. Thompson Elementary will be bussing students to the event.
HEEC has 15 shirts remaining to sell at the event. Lauren will
research the cost to purchase 15 more. She will email the results
for an email vote to have them available for the event.
New Business:
ELC has purchased a Badge Maker. This will be the activity for the
Citrus Harvest Festival. Lauren motioned to release $40 to apply
for a table at the festival. Jerry seconded. The motion was approved
unanimously.
The next meeting will be March 2, 2009 at 5:30pm at the Highland
Library.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:44.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
HEEC Secretary
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes January 5 , 2010
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Mary Helen Abbott, Melissa
Morgan, Jerry Poupard , Andrea Saavedra, Olivia Sanchez
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:40pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The Dec 1 minutes were distributed. Lauren made the motion to approve
the minutes. Mary Helen seconded. The minutes were approved with
Melissa abstaining.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Lauren reported that she and Jessica will represent the ELC on CSUSB
Coyote Radio late March or early April. Universal Exhibits won the
bids for the waste-to-energy exhibit. Lauren will scout the Performer
Showcase for summer reading program entertainers. The summer theme
will be water. A library grant will be supporting field trips for
students at the Norton Aeronautic and Space Academy and another
for the Field Program for Aging Adults. Lauren presented the sign
for the National Wildlife Habitat Certificate for the Rooftop Garden.
The “teacher” kit brochure has been broadened in scope
to include all educators.
Mary Helen motioned to commit up to $400 to pay for entertainment
for the summer reading program. Olivia seconded. The motion was
approved unanimously.
Old Business:
Olivia reported Good Search has earned YTD $.84, 2009 $ 90.45 and
a Total of $344.44. The Adopt-a-Garden brochure was presented. Christmas
fundraisers were successful at Barnes & Noble and ELC.
Mary Helen motioned to spend $159.83 in donations from the events
to pay for ELC animal feed. Jerry seconded. The motion was unanimously
approved.
New Business:
Board discussed developing activities for April 22 Earth Day event
at the library. There are plans but no firm commitments made for
Chris Perlitz and Diane Ruiz for book signings, Lowe’s rooftop
craft, and a possible keynote speaker.
The next meeting will be February 2, 2009 at 5:30pm at the Highland
Library.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes Dec 1 , 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Olivia Sanchez
Board members absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:51pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The Nov 17 minutes were distributed. Olivia made the mwww.myGlights.comOliOlivaiotion
to approve the minutes. Mary Helen seconded. It was unanimously
approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Jessica was absent. Lauren presented the National Wildlife Habitat
Certificate for the Rooftop Garden. We will receive the sign for
display in the near future.
Old Business:
Mary Helen reported that she had deposited a check for $91.13 from
Good Search. Keep using our fundraising search engine!
Andrea distributed Adopt-a-Garden flyers for review. The flyer
incorporated ideas from sample flyers shown at the last meeting.
Members were asked to review the flyer for suggestions and corrections.
The preliminary HEEC Newsletter was presented to the members. The
final copy should be available next week.
The members reviewed a sample Chico Bag suggested as a membership
incentive or possibly a future fundraiser. Issues discussed: brand
name Chico bag vrs low cost alternatives, gift vrs. incentive to
join, minimum quantities required, logo placement. More information
needed for final decision. The decision was tabled for the next
meeting.
The Barnes & Noble Bookfair Activity will be December 12 and
13 in Redlands. On December 12 Olivia plans a composting workshop
at 11am and 4pm. Lauren will be selecting several books for a display
table with signage. On Sunday December 13 HEEC will host an eco-friendly
gift wrap and envelope activity from 10 am to 10pm. Andrea will
be emailing a signup sheet to members for volunteer coverage.
New Business:
Andrea requested submissions for HEEC hosted workshops for 2010.
She would like quarterly workshops. Suggestions included Olivia’s
composting workshop - TBA. Chris Prelitz author of “Green
Made Easy”- Andrea will arrange. Former Agriculture teacher
at San Andreas High School- Jerry will contact for availability
and topics. Author of bird watching book “Your Own Backyard
for the Inland Empire” – Lauren will contact and coordinate.
Andrea presented an offer made to HEEC to allow advertising with
links imbedded within our text on HEEC website as a fundraiser.
Mary Helen motioned to reject offer. Lauren seconded. The vote was
unanimous to reject this fundraiser.
The next meeting will be January 5, 2009 at 5:30pm at the Highland
Library.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:06.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes Oct 6 , 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Melissa Morgan
Board members absent: Kara van Stralen
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:38
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The September 1 minutes were distributed. Mary Helen motioned to
approve the minutes. Jerry seconded. It was unanimously approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Jessica was not present for the meeting.
Old Business:
Goodsearch has earned $52.48 this year. The Board reviewed the
new membership application. Mary Helen will send this at renewal
time for current members. It should be noted that we currently have
new membership fees as listed.
Discover Highland Sept 26 broke up early due to weather and lack
of participation. 70 people visited HEEC’s booth.
Andrea says HEEC will have an ATM card in 2 weeks! Lauren is waiting
for this to apply for the National Wildlife Habit application and
sign for our rooftop garden.
New Business:
The Eco Friendly Gift Wrap will be held Dec 19 at the Highland
Library from 10 – 4.
Andrea requested HEEC letterhead for official communications. Mary
Helen will search for existing letterhead from her files. It was
suggested that we develop a coordinated look with our membership
application, our newsletter and our letterhead.
Melissa suggested small reusable bags as an incentive for memberships.
The decision was tabled for the November meeting.
Andrea requested Adopt a Garden projects. She suggested an Adopt
a Garden program to allow for individuals or groups to help in the
rooftop garden as this is very labor intensive. It was decided that
further research is needed on guidelines for such a program. This
will be presented at the November meeting.
The next meeting will be November 3, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:58.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes Sept 1, 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Kara van Stralen
Board members absent: Melissa Morgan (voting by
email on Discover Highland Night table and activity)
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:42
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
The May 5 minutes were distributed. Mary Helen motioned to approve
the minutes. Kara seconded. It was unanimously approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read and filed for audit.
Director’s Report
Jessica announced that the ELC & library building have earned
a Gold LEED Certification. This exceeded the goals and expectations
of the architects. Expect future information regarding an event
to highlight this accomplishment.
Old Business:
Goodsearch has earned $63.33 YTD and a total of $315.10. The HEEC
website host has not changed. Our webmaster paid for renewal for
another year with the old website host. Lauren signed ELC onto the
Children and Nature Network to advertise ELC events. There is no
cost to join.
Lauren presented material for the National Wildlife Federation
Backyard Certification. ELC garden will likely meet and exceed criteria.
Harriet motioned to apply and buy a sign to advertise once certified.
Kara seconded. The motion was carried unanimously.
Barnes & Noble Book Sale is still on for Dec 12 and 13. Bookmarks
with advertising will be available for Sept 26 Discover Highland
Event. Eco Wrap for December 13 is still pending.
New Business:
Discover Highland Event will be Sept 26 1pm – 5pm. Andrea
suggested an activity for the event where we create eco-envelope
using a pattern, and old magazines and calendars. Kara motioned
to share a table with Friends of the Library at a cost of $75. Harriet
seconded. The motion was approved unanimously. Harriet motioned
to do the envelope activity. Laren seconded. The motion was approved
unanimously.
Andrea announced that the September HEEC Newsletter is in progress.
Next meeting will be Oct 6, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:58.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes May 5, 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Environmental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Melissa Morgan, Kara van Stralen
Board members absent: Mary Helen Abbott
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:45
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
March minutes were e-mailed to everyone. Correction was requested
on the wording for credit card to change to debit card. This change
will be made to allow Mary Helen to obtain a debit card using April
7 minutes. Kara motioned for approval of amended minutes, Jerry
seconded.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was not read.
Director’s Report:
Lauren reported that May 30 will be birthday celebration for the
Highland Library.
Old Business:
Lauren reported that Goodsearch has yielded $41.88 YTD and $293.65
total. Tee shirt sales at Earth Day did not hit breakeven point.
Recycling netted $55.69.
No action will begin on web host change until Mary Helen has a
HEEC debit card. Recommended change to the April minutes’
wording will facilitate this. Also no action will begin to change
Bi-Laws until the complete version are found electronically or they
are transcribed electronically. Melissa recommended we bring legal
help to review our current bi-laws.
Two email votes were taken after the April 7 meeting. It was passed
unanimous for HEEC to spend $50 to purchase energy efficient light
bulbs to give as prizes at the Earth Day event. It was also passed
unanimously to spend $50 for food and drink to show our appreciation
by providing free food for those who have agreed to provide public
education at ELC.
The Barnes & Noble Book Fair is set for December 12 and 13.
The eco friendly gift wrap for December 13 is on hold with B &
N at this time.
New Business:
Andrea and Melissa submitted changes to membership. Kara motioned
to add Community Partner, Educators and Student as categories. Lauren
seconded. Unanimously approved. Kara motioned to change pricing.
Seconded by Jerry. Unanimously approved. The new pricing will be
as follows:
Students $10, Seniors $10/ year, Individual $15/year, Family $20/yr,
Educators $30/yr, Lifetime $150, and a new category Community Partner
$250/yr. Jerry seconded. The motion was approved unanimously.
The Bi Laws will be changed to concur with these membership changes.
Next meeting will be June 2, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:13.
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
*Correction to minutes April 12, 2009 changing May 20 to correct
date April 20
** Correction to minutes May 5, 2009 at Board request changing credit
card to debit card
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes April 7, 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Enviromental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Kara van Stralen
Board members absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:38
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
March minutes were e-mailed to everyone. Kara motioned for approval,
Mary Helen seconded.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read by Mary Helen. The report
was filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Jessica reported that the HEEC Newsletter was distributed at the
Citrus Harvest Festival, with the University of Redlands staff,
and with the City Council.
May 15 a special story hour about endangered species at the Highland
Library. Andrea requested a press release for this and the upcoming
Earth Day event. May 20 is the Volunteer Recognition event.
Old Business:
Lauren reported that Good Search total is $289.47. We now have the
data needed to switch web hosts. Lauren motioned for Mary Helen
to apply for a HEEC credit card to meet the last remaining requirement
to change over. Jerry seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Bi-Law amendment vote will be tabled for the May meeting.
HEEC picked up the recycling at the Citrus Harvest Festival as
another organization failed to do this earning $106.25. This will
become HEEC ‘s role next year. Free face painting business
was estimated at 500 participants. We sold four succulent plants.
New Business:
We will sell tee shirts at the April 22 Earth Day event at the Highland
Library. Mary Helen motioned to 43 min tee at $101.59. Kara seconded.
Unanimously approved.
Eco-friendly gift wrap and Book Fair at Barnes and Noble is planned
for Dec 12 and 13 . Kara motioned to do a one day giftwrap on Dec
13 from 10am – 10pm. Mary Helen seconded. Unanimously carried.
Next meeting will be May 5, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was closed at 6:45pm
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes March 3, 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Enviromental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Kara van Stralen
Board members absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:40
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
January minutes were e-mailed to everyone. Mary Helen motioned for
approval, Kara seconded.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read by Mary Helen. The report
was filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
Andrea announced developing plans for HEEC participation in the
Highland Earth Day Expo. Participants who bring 20 or more cans
for recycling will receive an eco-friendly prize. The Expo event
will take place April 22.
Old Business:
Lauren reported that Good Search total is $270.70.
New Business:
Options are being reviewed for and change in web hosting. Andrea
will offer these to webmaster Bill Alves for more input. The issue
will be tabled for vote in the April meeting.
The HEEC Newsletter was available for review. The newsletter will
be sent four times per year March, June, September and December.
Next meeting will be April 7, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was closed at 6:30pm
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
The Highland Environmental Education Coalition
Meeting Minutes January 27, 2009
5:30 pm at Sam Racadio Highland Library &
Enviromental Learning Center
Board Member Present: Andrea Saavedra, Jerry Poupard
, Mary Helen Abbott, Kara vanStrauen
Board members absent: Melissa Morgan
Proceedings:
A quorum was present. Andrea called the meeting to order at 5:39
pm..
Meeting Minutes:
December minutes were e-mailed to everyone. Kara motioned for approval,
Mary Helen seconded.
Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s Report was read by Mary Helen. The report
was filed for audit.
Director’s Report:
HEEC will partner with the city of Highland to participate in the
Highland Earth Day Expo. This is currently in the planning stage.
The Expo event will take place April 22.
Old Business:
Lauren reported that Good Search total will be forthcoming in an
email update. Kara will continue to research a Facebook or other
alternatives for a more user-friendly HEEC presence online.
The December Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap Fundraiser netted $124. The
Board agreed to seek out a better location and better promotion
to build on this success.
New Business:
The next HEEC Newsletter will be available for review at the March
meeting. The newsletter will be sent four times per year March,
June, September and December.
Bi-laws were discussed in regards to changing the week of HEEC
meetings. Mary Helen motioned to change the meeting from the third
Tuesday to the first Tuesday beginning March 3. Jerry seconded.
The motion was approved unanimously.
Next meeting will be March 3, 2009 at 5:30pm.
The meeting was closed at 6:31pm
Respectfully submitted
Jerry Poupard
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