Board of Directors
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
EFC Community Room, 1341 W. 26th
Kevin Schaaf called the meeting to order at 5:32pm.
Attending: Vice President -Kevin Schaaf, Secretary - Liz Bugbee; Directors: Derek Golembeski, Amanda Kleckner, George Kilbert
Staff Personnel: Chief Executive Officer/General Manager - LeAnna Nieratko; Marketing Manager - Heidi Yeagle
Guests: No member-owners in attendance.
Member Owner Comments: No comments at this time.
Review of Last Month’s Minutes: Liz Bugbee
Motion was made by Amanda Kleckner to accept the minutes as written. George Kilbert seconded. Motion passed.
Treasurer's Report: Kevin Schaaf
There were 27 new members and 1 requests for return of investment.
Motion was made by LIz Bugbee to accept the treasurer’s report. George Kilbert seconded. Motion passed.
CEO/GM Reporting: LeAnna Nieratko
CEO/GM Report: LeAnna presented and reviewed the June report. Sales were up both to plan and over last year. Net income was positive and included the money from the EDDC loan forgiveness. Cash on hand continues to improve although is still not compliant with the plan.
A - Ends: LeAnna reported evidence of compliance with all parts of the policy. She presented supporting evidence showing EFC’s commitment to Erie, the Environment and Education.
Motion was made by George Kilbert to accept the CEO/GM report and policy review. Amanda Kleckner seconded. Motion passed.
Board Policy Evaluation: Kevin Schaaf
C7 - Board Committee Principles: All Board Members reported compliance with all sections of the policy, citing relevant evidence.
Motion was made by Liz Bugbee to accept the policy review. Amanda Kleckner seconded. Motion passed.
Board Learning: none at this time
New Business:
**Nominating Committee:** The timeline for the nomination process including application deadlines has been approved by the committee. One application has been submitted. Derek will reach out to the current Board members up for re-election.
Member Linkage: LeAnna suggested the possibility of having a community garage sale. The committee will talk with Ash regarding this matter. Heidi is working on planning the annual meeting including venue/music, etc…
Board Retreat: The retreat will be held at Leaf from 12-4pm on September 20th.
Closure: Next board meeting is August 27, 2025 at 5:30pm.
Motion was made by George Kilbert to adjourn the meeting. Derek Golembeski seconded. Meeting adjourned at 6:15pm.