A limitation regarding the expectations and demands of the UUA in accordance with the co-employment agreement of the District Executive was passed for inclusion in the current policies. The District Executive is the employee of the Florida District and the UUA and is funded by both. The UUA contributes to the DE's salary, benefits, and to the maintenance of the offices of the Florida District. Given these facts it was deemed essential that policy limitations acknowledge the responsibilities of the District Executive to the UUA as well as to the Florida District.

The possible creation of an Endowment Fund for the Florida District was entertained and Steve Helle of University UU in Orlando agreed to head a task force to present a case statement. It is believed that such a fund would allow programs, speakers, short term loans to congregations in good standing, scholarships, and/or gifts that will benefit Unitarian Universalism within the Florida District

A by-law amendment is needed to update and eliminate dual and conflicting responsibilities in the role of Treasurer and stipulations set forth in the Executive Limitations under which the District Executive operates and is held accountable. Aligning expectations as set forth in the by-laws with actual practice and sound financial management is needed. A draft of suggested language will be considered at the next board meeting for presentation to the Annual Assembly.

Congregational and Ends Council activities were reported. Numerous expansion projects and capital campaigns are underway and continue to thrive. The Social Justice Ends Council is undertaking the creation of "white papers" regarding denominational positions and actions of social justice issues for congregations in our district.

Approved:
o Chalice Lighter call for Spirit of Life to help defray cost of new pavilion.
o The resignation of the Board's secretary Julie Smith-Dary
o A sabbatical request of the District Executive to occur approximately six months earlier than would normally be scheduled. This will allow the District Executive to return and complete the term of employment. A "normally" scheduled sabbatical would leave the position of District Executive vacant and the district without services for the length of the sabbatical up to the point of employment of the next DE.
o Funding a one-time unanticipated deficit through (adequate) reserves on hand. It was expected that 90% of the Florida District's congregation would pay their Fair Share to the UUA and that the $4000 reward grant for achieving this percentage would be available to the District. Congregations able or choosing to pay their Fair Share totaled only 89.9%. Budget planning for the coming year will be based on the more conservative participation rate of 75% (grant of $1000). While it is hoped that we will again reach 90% participation, it is believed weighing in on the side of conservative budgeting is best.