The following is a summary of the reports provided and actions taken at the October 1, 2008 New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors meeting.  Please feel free to contact Paul Griffin, EVP, with any comments.

Secretary’s Report – Paul Griffin

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It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to approve the agenda as amended.
It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to approve the minutes of August 20, 2008 meeting, as mailed/distributed.

 

President’s Report – Jim Lyons

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• It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to ratify Executive Committee actions of July 16, 2008 per minutes, as mailed/distributed.
• Patrick McHugh, Legal Counsel, was then introduced to address the existing questions regarding the Sept. 12, 2007 motion by the Executive Committee relative to compensation based issues (the original motion was read). Discussion was held regarding an Administration Policy action. It was suggested that any concerns be raised as a new item, i.e. policies with respect to all salaried employees. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to ask the Finance Committee to develop a salary administration policy, to include salary ranges for each position within the association.
• President Lyons noted that we would now revisit the remainder of the agenda that was not completed in August.
• Congratulations were given to Mary Beth Rudolph as the NHAR REALTOR® of the Year.
• The past state presidents were asked to stand and be recognized for their service to the organization.
• The Finance Committee was recognized for an outstanding job this year.
• At this point in time NHAR needs a united strength. Jim referenced the “Director’s Hat” book that was distributed at his Leadership Conference, noting the role of the Director at these meetings.
• It was AGREED to move to the Treasurer’s Report at this time in order to have the benefit of Legal Counsel in attendance.

 

Executive Vice President’s Report – Paul Griffin

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• Paul gave some dates: The NAR Conference is Wednesday, Nov. 5-10, in Orlando. Saturday night out is at Universal. Thursday evening is the inaugural; Bonnie Guevin will be installed. Next BOD is Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. In March (8-10) of next year, NHAR will be hosting the NERC Conference in Portsmouth.
• The NHAR Position Responsibilities was reviewed, as distributed.
• Nicole is expecting her first child, a little boy; due in January.
• Paul noted that Chris Nicolopoulos has submitted his resignation, effective Oct. 10; moving on to a new position of opportunity. Paul noted what a valuable asset he has been to us. He thanked Chris for his contributions and wished him well.

 

President-Elect Report – Paul Sargeant

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• Paul gave a very brief report. He congratulated everyone in attendance for their work today.
• There were no outstanding actions reported for Task Forces and Working Groups; he congratulated all of the REALTORS® of the Year, and especially Mary Beth Rudolph as the NHAR REALTOR® of the Year. Karen Lavoie was also recognized as a Good Neighbor Award recipient. Everyone was reminded of the Leadership Conference scheduled for Dec. 4.
• Paul noted that he had attended the NAR Leadership Summit program in Chicago; a valuable experience.

 

Treasurer’s Report – Tom Riley

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An “Estimated Cash Balance as of December 31, 2008”, “Cash/Cash Reserves and Securities” and “Tom’s Analyses” were distributed. Tom then gave a brief review of the budget background to date and reviewed the changes made since August. It was MOVED and SECONDED to approve the 2009 Operating Budget as amended and presented.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to eliminate the new member fee total of $24,000. It was MOVED, SECONDED and DEFEATED to call the question. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to call the question. MOTION to eliminate the new member fee total of $24,000 was PASSED. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to eliminate the new affiliate fee total of $1,250. (Total budget income reduction of $25,250.)
It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to reinstitute $17,500 (total $40,000) for the Contract Lobbyist and lobbying efforts under Public Policy Administration. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to eliminate the Public Policy Retreat amount of $1,500 and the Hospitality Fund of $1,000. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to reinstate the Public Policy Retreat at a cost of $500.
It was MOVED, SECONDED and DEFEATED to reinstate the Technology Hotline at $16,500.
It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to decrease computer Maintenance Fees by $6,200 (Budget amount $7,000).
It was MOVED and SECONDED to reduce Staff Travel from $12,500 to $1,500. It was MOVED, SECONDED and DEFEATED to vote by paper ballot. ORIGINAL MOTION FAILED.
It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to increase the dues to $178.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to suspend the $20 assessment fee for the Image Campaign for one year. It was MOVED, SECONDED and VOTED to move the question. ORIGINAL MOTION PASSED. Clarification statement that the intent is to suspend the program.
ORIGINAL MOTION to approve the 2009 Operating Budget as amended and presented at a dues fee of $178 (5500 members) with a loss of $45,468 PASSED.

 

Member Liaison Reports – Paul Sargeant

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Local Board Presidents or President-Elects were asked to report for their Boards, if available.

• Maureen DeKoning reported on the Contoocook Valley, Greater Claremont, and Monadnock Region Boards.
• Alan DeStefano reported on the Greater Manchester/Nashua, Lakes Region, NH CIBOR, and Upper Valley Boards.
• Barbara Dumont reported on the Concord, North Country, and Sunapee Region Boards.
• Ann Kelley was not present to report on the Granite State South, Seacoast, Strafford County, and White Mountain Boards.

 

Committee Reports – Jim Lyons

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Communications – Rick Ruo
Rick was not present to report. Dave Cummings gave a quick update on the new web site and noted that electronic meetings are being looked into.

Legal – Mary Beth Rudolph
Mary Beth reported that all the subcommittees are busy. The Professional Standards Workshop will be held in February with Bruce Aydt. Mediation Training will be held tomorrow at the Holiday Inn. Changes to the working forms will be presented in December.

Professional Development – Monika McGillicuddy
Monika reported that the post convention meeting has not yet been held. 351 was the final count of registrants. Educational programs are ongoing.

Public Policy – Jeff Keeler
Jeff reported that two major issues are coming forward; a lead paint commission plan to expand the legal requirements, and a wet lands set back issue that is now in a study group.

 

Institutes, Societies, Councils, Division Reports

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RLI – Phil Serowik
Phil was not present to report at this time.

Women’s Council – June Branscom
June reported that they have had their elections. Installation will be a breakfast. Effie Sorentino will be the President in 2009.