- Board report – Elizabeth:
- U of M now has a formal contract. The room rate for the room SM uses has increased from $30 to $35. There will be an addition cost for using any other space such as the lobby or kitchen. (This does not apply to the gathering August 20, 2023). Important to include in budget.
- Currently the budget is stable with no huge fluctuations and accounts were they have been.
- Encouraged attendance at next Sundays gathering. After sitting and sharing will have potluck to celebrate sangha. There will be an introduction to the library with extra books to take with dana. Also we will share thoughts and memories of David, whose wife Linda donated these books to Still Mountain. Will need volunteers for clean up after and need to be out by 2:30pm.
- Treasurer report -Sunil was not available for report so was given by Elizabeth. When he arrived he noted that he would check with Elizabeth regarding the accounts.
- I.T. report – Kenneth:
Board authorized purchase of new mic. Will be available for person giving the dharma talk. If speaking from Zoom, usually the sound is better and would not need the mic. - Teacher Council report – Bilha
- Karen spoke for the Teacher Council as Bilha was not able to be in attendance.
- Creating a curriculum-to determine if individual or overall structure.
- Considering guests for dharma talks.
- In October Karen and Bilha will have a class at WCC.
- In October/November Jim will be having a discussion group. It will focus on integrated ways of practice, i.e. insight and jhana. There will be a recommended book as well as other sources. It will be once a week for 6 weeks. Jim will give a dharma talk on September 17 as an “kick off” for the series.
- Sangha
Still Mountain Community Meetings are held on the second Sunday of even numbered months. The purpose is to share news, and to discuss Sangha business. Agenda items are welcome from anyone in the Sangha, including work groups, committees, the Teacher Council, and individuals. Contact the Board with ideas or issues you would like to bring forward. This is your meeting.