BCFFPA Board of Directors
Teleconference Summary
September 15, 2008
1.
Acceptance of Minutes July 14, 2008 – accepted as written
2.
Introductions
a.
L. Toth of Port Alberni was introduced as the new treasurer of the
Federation. Mr. Toth brings a wealth of knowledge regarding
finances. The President thanked him for agreeing to hold the
position until AGM 2009.
3.
Additions
a.
TV
b.
Fundraising
c.
Visa and Partner Membership-Drewitz
d.
Concerns regarding the Info Letter
The President reminded those present that the oath of confidentiality
continues after leaving the board
4.
Regional Delegates
a.
Vancouver Coastal – P. Dueck stated that there are like issues in
the Vancouver Coastal region as well. The Eastside local has been
quiet over all however there have been some concerns regarding
MCFD’s heavy handed approach when dealing with protocols.
There is a provincial protocol committee meeting on the 24th.
Dental fees have risen 40% in this region, with the expectation that
foster parents pick up the difference. This will be discussed with W.
Matheson.
b.
Fraser – Getting the Tri Cities local up and running. D. Drewitz
received an e-mail regarding the way the motions were posted in
the Newsletter. The writer of the e-mail stated that they felt that the
heading showed a lack of respect to the movers. It was pointed out
that some people present at the AGM stated they felt that the
motions themselves showed disrespect and a lack of good will.
Those attendees ask that the meeting room be smudged after the
meeting. This was done.
c.
Interior – H. Bayes sat in for C. MacLeod – The Macro board has
been invited to the CSM meeting in the Interior . Going forward the
meetings should be held twice yearly.
There continues to be issues around relief for Restricted, Regular
and Level 1 homes. The President e is drafting a letter to be sent
to the Minister
d.
North – The biggest issue is the ongoing shortage of homes, with
some homes critically over capacity. When homes are over
capacity it is difficult to impossible to get support. This may lead to
protocols and burnout of foster parents
