Hello Crescent Heights,
These reports lag our Board’s activities by about one month but regardless provide an update. January was a time for getting things done by our Board.
Specifically, our CCTV system at the Hall was modernized and now there are 10 updated cameras running surveillance. Also, we began installing a new membership software system. This system will enhance the interaction with our members and enables the gathering of information to better match our resident’s interests with our activities. In addition, it will be easier to keep up to date on membership renewals, address changes, etc.
Unfortunately, our community association runs not on air but on money and volunteers. Our Hall rental income does not cover all our costs, so we need other sources of funds to pay for the balance of Hall costs and to enable us to apply for matching grants whereby we provide an amount equal to the amount of the grant. Grants are used for such things as adding artwork to our community or having musicians perform on summer afternoons.
One historical source of funds for us is providing volunteers at a casino. Alberta Gaming recently informed us that we will be assigned to run a casino in the July/August/September timeframe. For this activity, we need a chairperson and a volunteer recruiter. Our Board will assist with these positions but if you know someone who would enjoy taking on one of the above roles, please contact me at [email protected].
We are also looking for a volunteer for the Treasurer position. Our bookkeeper manages the day- to-day workload, making the role of Treasurer one of reporting our finances. We also need someone to manage our membership system. This would require monthly data entry of new members, sending membership renewals, and emailing membership cards. Most of this work is automated but occasionally manual entry is required.
Our community appreciates it when you get involved. Hope to see you around.
Dennis Marr, CHCA Board of Directors
