Mission Investment

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September 10 Agenda:

 

Zettie’s Place, Inc.
Board of Directors – Meeting Minutes   Date : Wednesday, September 10, 2025  Time: 6:00 PM CTLocation: Zoom Facilitator:                          Wade Cooper, III – CEO

  1. Opening Prayer & Welcome                      Led by: Wade Cooper, Jr.

A heartfelt prayer opened the meeting, followed by a warm welcome and focus on our shared purpose.
 

2. Roll Call & Quorum  Attendance confirmed by Secretary       Lydia Cooper.
A quorum was successfully established.
  

3. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
 The August 13, 2025 meeting minutes were reviewed.
Motion to approve: Lydia Cooper
Seconded: Delisia Moore
Vote: Approved unanimously
 

4. Organizational Highlights & Progress Report
 Presented by Wade Cooper, III:

Continued outreach via Facebook and word-of-mouth. Initial board dues received and logged. Zettie’s Place featured in [local story/newsletter/community mention, if applicable].
Progress made toward obtaining preliminary cost estimates for site development.
 

5. Construction & Infrastructure Updates –

Alpha Phase

 Drainage layout consultation scheduled.
Site leveling quote pending from [name, if known].
Tiny home shell remains in storage until foundation and pad work is complete.
Discussion held on storage costs and safety for pre-purchased materials.
Civil engineer shortlist to be reviewed in next meeting.
6. Financial Overview

Updated bank balance and expenditures shared.
GoFundMe at [$_____] as of this week.
Board dues due by September 15 for final reconciliation this quarter.
Discussion on:

Startup capital requests (Hope Credit Union)
Local sponsorship efforts and business outreach

 7. Board Engagement & Committee Updates Board Portal login troubleshooting discussed (reminder: password is ZettieBoard25).
Roles confirmed:

Delisia Moore: Community Outreach Co-Lead
Juel MoHead: Food Pantry Planning Coordinator
 
Still recruiting:

Fundraising Chair
Grant Writing Support
Social Media Strategy Advisor
 
8. Action Items & MotionsMotion 1: Approve final deadline for board dues: Sept 30

Passed unanimously
Motion 2: Approve food pantry planning team to begin structural drafts

Passed
 

9. Open Floor Discussion
Prompt: “What partnerships or local allies could strengthen our mission?”

Highlights:

Karen Laramore suggested outreach to local churches.
Crystal T. mentioned a possible connection with the local wellness clinic.

General consensus: community health providers and veterans’ groups are ideal collaborators.
10. Closing Prayer & Adjournment
Led by [insert name if known or TBD]
Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:05 PM CT.
Attachments:
Agenda (September 10, 2025)
Updated financial worksheet (pending upload by Treasurer)
Committee interest form (sent via email after meeting)
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August 13 Agenda:

 

• Time: 6:00 PM CT
• Location: Zoom (Link will be posted in the Board Portal)
• Meeting Duration: ~60 minutes
• Facilitator: Wade Cooper, III – CEO

 

🟢 1. Opening Prayer & Welcome (5 mins)

Led by: Wade Cooper, Jr.

   •   A moment of gratitude

   •   Grounding in our shared mission

 

📋 2. Roll Call & Confirm Quorum (2 mins)

Led by : Lydia C. Cooper

   •   Secretary confirms attendance

   •   Confirm voting quorum

📝 3. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes (5 mins)

Led by: Any Officer

   •   Review and approve meeting notes (uploaded to portal)

🎉 4. Organizational Highlights & Accomplishments (10 mins)

Presenter: Wade Cooper, III

Since our last meeting, we’ve made incredible progress:

   •   ✅ Filed and completed 2024 taxes (extensions handled professionally)

   •   🌐 Website launched and live: ZettiesPlaceInc.org-Please log on often

   •   💰 GoFundMe campaign launched to raise initial capital. Only 9K more

📣 Facebook business page launched and gaining traction

• 🧾 Board dues process established with options via Cash App or check
• 🤝 Connected with potential civil engineers and partners for infrastructure planning

5. Project Update: Alpha Phase Construction (10 mins)

• Land is secured (2.7 acres)
• Tiny home shell purchased and being prepped
• Site leveling + run-off control planning
• Foundation (cinder block outline) under review for next phase
• Need for civil engineer and estimated site work costs

6. Financial Overview (10 mins)

• Bank balance and budget snapshot
• Current expenditures (permits, site prep)
• Board dues deadline: September 1, 2025
• GoFundMe: Early traction and next push

7. Board Engagement & Strategy (8 mins)

• Introduction to Board Resource Portal
• Responsibilities overview (attendance, dues, participation)
• Volunteers needed for:
   • Fundraising Chair
   • Outreach/Community Liaison
   • Social Media Advisor

8. Vote/Action Items (5 mins)

• Motion: Approve dues structure and payment deadline
• Motion: Approve Board Portal usage moving forward
• Motion: Accept updated timeline for construction milestones

9. Open Discussion: Feedback & Ideas (5 mins)

Prompt: “What do you feel Zettie’s Place should focus on next — awareness, funding, or physical construction?”

10. Closing Prayer & Adjournment (2 mins)

Led by: [TBD]

📌 Reminders

• Next meeting: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM CT
• Submit ideas in advance using the [Feedback Form] on the Board Portal
• Board Portal Password: ZettieBoard25
• Pay dues via $ZettiesPlace on Cash App or by mailing check by 9/1