William Penn Life, 1982 (17. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1982-10-01 / 4. szám
Minutes . . . held on Tuesday, September 7, 1982. 10) The Board of Directors ensued on a lengthy discussion pertaining to the Consolidation of the William Penn Association and the Hungarian Reformed Federation. Following this discussion, it was moved, seconded and Points 1 to 8, Minutes of the Executive Committee Meeting held on September 7, 1982, were unanimously adopted by the Board. 11) It was reported that the purchase of the Pittsburg Water Works property is progressing and a Resolution will be presented to the Pittsburgh City Council for action and indications are that the sale will be approved. Plans for the new Home Office will be presented at that time. It was moved, seconded and the Board authorized the purchase of this property. 12) The Board next commenced discussion on the development of Penn Scenic View. President Charles outlined the following future plans. 1982 — Complete installation of sewage system. Cost approximately - $ 1 00,000. 1983 —Create dining facilities. Approximate cost - $230,000. 1984 —Create six cabins. Approximate cost - $240,000. 1 985 —Create 2 cabins and swimming pool. Approximate cost - $230,000. Following a discussion of this subject, it was moved and seconded to complete the installation of the sewage system, and the remainder of the program be placed in abeyance until the consolidation negotiations are completed. A motion was then made and seconded to table this program for the present time. Following a vote the motion to table was defeated. The Board of Directors then ap proved the original motion to complete the sewage system and place the remaining items in abeyance. 13) President Charles next introduced architect, Emery Szalai and Mr. Desmond. Mr. Szalai presented a preliminary sketch of the proposed new Home Office building. These plans will then be presented to the Pittsburgh City Council for their perusal. 14) Mr. Charles thanked Mr. Szalai for his fine presentation. 1 5) It was moved, seconded and the Board of Directors accepted the Minutes of the Executive Committee dated September 7, 1982 and ratified the actions of the Executive Committee. 16) Chairman Charles recessed the meeting at 5:00 P.M. until Thursday morning in the Canadian Room. 17) President Elmer Charles reconvened the meeting at 9:15 A.M. in the Canadian Room and same are present. 1 8) He announced that there will be a joint meeting of the Boards of Directors of the William Penn Association and Hungarian Reformed Federation at 2:00 P.M. in Ligonier, Pa. 19) Secretary of the Board, Frank J. Radvany read the Minutes of Wednesday's meeting. It was moved, seconded and accepted as corrected. 20) The Board again commenced on a lengthy discussion pertaining to the Consolidation Agreement between William Penn Association and Hungarian Reformed Federation. The Hungarian Reformed Federation submitted several points for reconsideration by the William Penn Association. After reviewing the various requests of the Hungarian Reformed Federation, it was decided by the Board of Directors that they reaffirm the resolution of September 8, 1 982, that it stands by the terms of the Consolidation Agreement as unanimously adopted by both Boards of Directors, however, if anything material is brought before the joint board meeting, which would provide an advantage for the consolidated society, then the William Penn Board agrees to a modification of the agreement. 21) The Chairman recessed the meeting at 11:15 A.M. so that the Board of Directors may meet jointly with the Board of Directors of the Hungarian Reformed Federation at 2:00 P.M. in Ligonier, Pa. 22) Vice President, Louis L. Varga reconvened the meeting at 9:1 5 A.M. in the Australia Room and same are present. 23) Secretary of the Board, Frank J. Radvany, read the Minutes of Thursday morning's meeting. It was moved, seconded and accepted as read. 24) Secretary-Treasurer, Gus G. Nagy, submitted his report. He stated everything is on schedule regarding the microfilming of older active and inactive records. Mr. Nagy stated there seems to be a lack of communication between the National President, Mr. Richard P. Smith and the Underwriting Department, for which he is responsible. Mr. Nagy explained the various coverages that are afforded by Medicare, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, and Major Medical coverage. Mr. Nagy also informed the Board he will be forwarding a letter to the Directors and Auditing Committee listing the various benefits provided to them and also indicate the mode they desire their beneficiary to receive these benefits. The Board acknowledged the report of the Secretary-Treasurer with sincere thanks. 25) It was moved, seconded and adopted by the Board that effective this date, the option of lump sum payments of the Directors benefit program be eliminated. 26) The Consolidation Committee of the William Penn Association met and reviewed the By-Laws of the Consolidated Society and the suggested changes by the Consolidate Committee of the Hungarian Reformed Federation. It was moved, seconded and the Board unanimously adopted the following Resolution. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Consolidation Committee has reviewed the proposed by-laws for the Consolidated Society with the changes recommended by the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America, and WHEREAS, the Committee deems it advisable and necessary that the by-law changes be discussed by a joint by-law committee, composed of members from both societies, WHEREAS, it is important that the Special Convention be held prior to December 1, 1982. NOW, THEREFORE, BE AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Directors in regular meeting held, that (1) If the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America directors approve the Consolidation Agreement at this time, then the date for the Special Convention be established for no later than November 29, 1982. (2) The By-Law Committee to be empowered to act in accepting the by-laws in final form to be presented 19