Present
Jessica Abell, Robert D. Black (Junior Warden), The Rev. Debra K. Bullock, Marianne Culver (Senior Warden), Marcus Hall, The Rev. Frances M. Holliday, Frances E. Horn, Richard H. Kelley, Phillip Mantle, Cecilia Mowatt, Ronald Mui and Christopher Plotner. 

Absent
Bruce J. Barber, II (excused), The Rev. Dr. Robert B. Clark (unexcused), Tom Eley (excused), Sharon Johnson (excused), The Rev. Sunny Lopez (Deacon), The Rev. Jackie Lynn (Deacon), The Rev. Judi Mason (Deacon), The Rt. Rev. William Persell (Bishop) and Elsa Vaintzettel (excused). 

Also Present
The Rev. Peter C. Siwek (Vicar).

Formation
The meeting was called to order at 6:38 p.m. by Marianne Culver.  Rev. Siwek offered a prayer and blessing over the meal provided by Jessica Abell. 

A few moments were taken in which those present could share aspects of their life: offering things for which they were thankful and, at times, making prayer requests. 

Information

• Chuck Hamilton addressed Chapter on the 2006 Activities of the Building and Grounds/Enhancements Ministry.  Hamilton indicated that the Committee had coordinated repair work on gutters, the oval window in St. Andrew’s Chapel and tree trimming in the parkways; expenses for these projects amounted to approximately $8,800.  The Ministry is in the process of addressing fence painting and the re-hanging of the interior doors to the nave.  It is possible that these projects can be incorporated in our larger projects being considered in the redevelopment of the Cathedral.  Marianne Culver will confirm back to the Ministry any applicable “bid policy.”
• Chris Plotner made a report on behalf the Outreach Mission.  A meeting held on 9 July 2006 was well attended; Sharon Johnson, Phillip Mantle, Ronald Mui and Chris Plotner were present with a total of 15 interested community members.  They expressed a need for better communication, and Culver will work on getting a bulletin board in place for use by the Outreach Mission.  Networking and partnership with other churches in the area presents a strong opportunity for achieving Outreach results.  Mantle reported that a luncheon on 16 July 2006 for the homeless resulted in 246 individuals being fed, and that those assisting with the project had an enjoyable time.  Johnson and Mantle will provide a further report at the September meeting; this update will include details of future events.  9 December 2006 should be considered a likely date for the next project.  Summary of Outreach Mission meeting:  We need leadership, improved communication and a plan that increasingly focuses on the needs of the neighborhood.
• Plotner also reported on a recent meeting he and Sharon Johnson had with The Rev. Canon Scott Hayashi of the Bishop’s office to discuss security around the diocesan offices, and how the recent addition of an outside security service has affected the homeless seeking shelter next to the building.  Hayashi indicated that this had been under consideration for some time, and that difficulty in managing the folks, lack of a formal ministry being in place to meet their needs and concerns about lack of response in cases where the Chicago Police Department should to be involved were central considerations in a decision to introduce an outside security firm.
• Black reported that the Wardens are in the final stages of forming the Provost Search Committee.  They plan to meet with members of the most recent Dean’s search, to gain information and perspective.  They anticipate forming the committee by the end of August.
• Black distributed press materials for the upcoming display of the Kieskamma Altarpiece.  Eileen Harakal is handling PR for the event.  Black hopes to have 2,000 people see the work during its 30-day stay at St. James.  Michael Leppen is interestd in seeing St. James consider a second offering during services 20 August 2006 for return to the Kieskamma community.
• Black asked Chapter members for information on a priest in the diocese that provides consulting services in the area of New Wealth management.
• Culver reported that the Redevelopment Steering Committee will present a proposal for modifications to the Cathedral’s undercroft at the September meeting; members should be prepared to make a decision on this project during that meeting.
• Culver noted that we would soon enter the budget planning for 2007.  She would like to see the Cathedral staff and Chapter move to using a “Zero Budget Process.”  Under this policy, Missions and Ministries that do not submit a budget request and justification for funding will receive zero funds in the upcoming fiscal year.
• Siwek reported that Tyrone Fowlkes has progressed in his discernment process, and that Chapter will be asked to support the continuation of the process at the September meeting.

Discussion
Jessica Abell briefed Chapter on what a Keeping God’s People Safe (KGPS) training session might be like.  Materials developed by Praesidium Religious Services and selected scenes from a related educational video were viewed by Chapter, to help members understand the content of a typical KGPS training opportunity.

Decision
Culver led discussion on the need for an additional passing of the offering plates during 10:30 a.m. Eucharist on 20 August; this offering would be reserved for use by the Kieskamma community. 

On motion made by The Rev. Holliday, seconded by Phillip Mantle, and carried, Chapter authorized the taking of an additional offering for the Kieskamma community at the 10:30 a.m. service on 20 August 2006.

Senior Warden Culver led discussion on the roll-out of Keeping God’s People Safe training opportunities. A motion was made by Cecilia Mowatt that we authorize training opportunities using materials developed by Praesidium Religious Services and the related video presentation, and they be deployed to the congregation during the next six to 12 months. Further discuss was led by Culver, which resulted in a revised motion: 

On motion made by Chris Plotner, seconded by The Rev. Holliday and carried, Chapter authorized KGPS training opportunities be made available to the congregation during the next six to 12 months (as outlined above); Jessica Abell will act as Chapter connect, Dean Niedenthal will act as the staff coordinator and both will act in consultation with Vicar Siwek.

Marianne Culver led discussion on the need for a task force, which would provide recommendations to Chapter on the best use of any funds received as a result of the Redevelopment of 65 East Huron Street.

On motion made by Marianne Culver, seconded by Phillip Mantle and carried by a vote of 11 to 1, Chapter authorized the creation of a task force to provide recommendations to on the best use of any funds received pursuant to the Redevelopment of 65 East Huron Street.

Culver led discussion on nomination of community members that would fill a task force for making recommendations on the best use of funds from the Redevelopment of 65 East Huron Street.

On motion made by Marianne Culver, seconded by Phillip Mantle, and carried, Chapter authorized Culver, Fran Horn and Ronald Mui to return to Chapter a list of names for such a task force.

Copies of the minutes for the 11 July 2006 meeting were distributed. Hall noted that he had been excused by Dean Blackman prior to his departure, and that his absence was incorrectly reflected as unexcused.

On motion made by Jessica Abell, seconded by Fran Horn and carried, the minutes for the 11 July 2006 meeting were approved with this amendment.

Debra Bullock offered to provide the meal on 12 September 2006.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:04 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Richard H. Kelley
Secretary