January 2, 2026, Board Meeting
7:00.–8:15 p.m.
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Attendees: David Harris, Vibha Akkaraju, Sue Barizon, Geri Spieler, Carole Bumpus, Tice Swackhamer, Megan McDonald, Eva Barrows, Nirmy Kang, Miera Rao, Tim Flood, Alisha Willis, Margaret Nalbach, Colleen Olle
1) Geri made a motion to approve the November meeting minutes. Approved.
2) Carole presented three different options for a future book fair that will celebrate CWC authors and allow them to showcase their books published within the last five years. Carole and Bill Belew will put together more information for the board to review and discuss at the February retreat.
3) Carole discussed the possibility of giving an award to the Sequoia Yacht Club for hosting our club over the years. She will present the board with three different ideas for an award or plaque at the February retreat.
4) David and Vibha discussed possible dates for the February retreat. The board will meet at Vibha’s house from 2:00–5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 16.
5) Vibha presented the treasurer’s report and noted that our club has been spending about $1,400 to $1,500 above our income. She proposed ways to reduce expenditures and increase revenue, including the possibility of raising monthly meeting fees. The board will continue its discussion on this topic in February.
6) Nirmy asked how our club typically promotes workshops. The board shared their ideas. Due to the resignation of Sheena Arora in December, our club needs a new social media coordinator. The club also needs someone to proofread the Resources page on our website. This will be a temporary project. David volunteered and said he would reach out to find another person.
7) Eva gave an update on future speakers and plans to announce dates and information at the next general club meeting.
8) David and Geri talked about a committee for the Louise Bogges award and the board discussed potential candidates.
9) Geri asked for two volunteers to help people check in from 9:00–10:30 a.m. at the NorCal Leadership Conference on April 26, 2026. Alisha and David volunteered.
10) David gave an update on the 60th anniversary video. The initial script is complete. David may participate in one more short video shoot. He and Tom Adams will meet on Thursday, January 8.
11) David and the board discussed the results of the membership survey. 91 members participated in the survey. The board will continue this discussion at the February retreat.
12) David listed some items already on the agenda for the February retreat. He will continue to flesh out the agenda.
Meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
Colleen Olle (Secretary): Notes taken January 6, 2026