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Kings Park West board debates dues proration and recruitment; minutes approved
Summary
Board members discussed a proposal to pro-rate dues for late payments, noted an open at-large seat and a need for a new vice president by summer, and agreed Helen Santoro will circulate proposals for special interest clubs; the board approved the minutes and tabled detailed discussion of dues proration.
At its December 2024 meeting, the Kings Park West Civic Association board discussed membership dues proration and upcoming board vacancies and approved the minutes.
Helen Santoro, a board member, proposed offering a pro-rated membership option that would provide a discounted membership for the year following late payment. Alan Morris, a board member, asked how many households this would affect. The board tabled the topic pending additional information.
The board noted it needs an at-large member and will need a new vice president by the summer. The president (not named in the minutes) encouraged members to recruit neighbors; Merideth Manella suggested a Scout parent could be suitable because of administrative responsibilities related to the Boy Scouts.
Helen Santoro said she will circulate ideas and proposals for special interest clubs aimed at increasing member engagement. The minutes record that the board approved the meeting minutes; the minutes state 'Minutes were approved' but do not provide a mover, a second, or a vote tally.
No formal action on dues proration was taken at this meeting; the board left that matter for a future meeting when additional information is available.
