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2018 Member Survey
This survey can be completed by anyone using our programming, support staff, family members and community members. The Arc Mower County is committed to providing excellence in service and exceeding your expectations. To continue our quest to serve you with the highest level of excellence, we ask that you fill out the following brief survey designed to gather your honest and candid feedback about programs at The Arc. Your thoughtful responses will help us monitor and adjust our program services to ensure we meet your needs. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We value your relationship with us!
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Board of Directors Job Description and Expectations

Purpose: To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of The Arc Mower County; to support the organization’s mission and needs.

Mission: The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

Major responsibilities:

Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures
Organizational leadership and advisement
Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees
Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
Oversight of program planning goals and evaluation
Review of organizational and programmatic reports
Annually review the performance of the board
Promotion of the organization
Fundraising and outreach
Assist in recruiting Board and other talent for whatever volunteer assignments are needed

Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of The Arc Mower County. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community.

Length of term: Membership on the Board of Directors shall be served in two (2) year terms. Individual members may serve four (4) consecutive terms for a total of eight (8) years at a time. Individual members may reapply for Board status after two (2) year hiatus.

Meetings and time commitment:

The board of directors currently meets on the fourth Monday of the month, 530-6:30pm at The Arc Mower County office, 401 2^nd Ave NE, Austin, MN.
Committees of the board meet an average of four times per year, pending their respective work agenda.
Board members are asked to attend at least two special events or meetings per year, as they are determined.

Expectations of board members:

Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able.
Participate on a standing committee of the board.
Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by The Arc Mower County’s mission, objectives, and programs.
Help communicate and promote our mission and programs to the community.
Become familiar with The Arc Mower County’s finances, budget, and financial/resource needs.
Understand the policies and procedures of The Arc Mower County.
Financially support The Arc Mower County in a manner commensurate with one’s ability.
Volunteer at activities and fundraisers that are sponsored by The Arc Mower County

If you are interested in being on the The Arc Mower County’s Board of Directors or have more questions, please contact Dawn Helgeson at 507-433-8994, Ext 101 or dawn@thearcmc.org.

From The Director’s Desk
Dawn Helgeson, Executive Director

Did you know that if you put 13 quarters side by side they would equal 1 foot? And how many of you remember from your school days that there are 5,280 feet in a mile? These two trivia facts are the focus of a summer campaign that we are launching for The Arc of Mower County, called “A Mile Of Quarters!” For every $3.25 you can purchase a foot in our campaign or 10 feet = $32.50, 15 feet = $48.75, 30 feet = $100 and 50 feet will cost you $162.50. We’re sure you are starting to see the pattern here. You can purchase as many feet as you want.

How does Arc plan to use the money raised? We have over 100 athletes that participate in Special Olympics Basketball, Bowling, Softball and Track and Field. From hotel rooms and tournament fees to transportation and vehicle rentals, we try very hard to keep the cost of our sports activities to
a minimum. With added funds to our Special Olympics budget, we can continue to provide these sports activities to as many people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities that need them.

We are hoping that you, our membership, will support this campaign yourselves as well as spreading the word to your friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers or any organization that you are a part of. For every donation raised we will put a decal of a foot in our windows at The Arc so you can watch our progress. Send your donations to The Arc Mower County at 401 2nd Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 or online at http://www.thearcmc.org/mileofquarters.

Thank you for your support!!!

Annual Celebration and Awards Highlights

The 66th Annual Celebration and Awards Meeting was held on Tuesday, May 15th, 2018. Laura Tjomsland, Board President opened the meeting welcoming all the members and guests in attendance.

John Gray, Treasurer of the Board reviewed our financials statement for the year ending March 31, 2018. Due to some decreases to some of our funding grants there is a negative balance of -$14,664.03. The board will be actively looking at ways to increase our funding sources to be able to continue providing our current services.

Dawn Helgeson, Executive Director discussed the Restructure of Arc MN and the role that Arc Mower County plays in it. After discussion and questions, one of which was the affiliation with Arc National, (we are still affiliated with the National organization), The Board of Directors of The Arc Mower County recommended the decision to not merge with The Arc Minnesota. Laura Tjomsland asked for a vote in favor of the decision by the Board. The vote was unanimous in favor of not merging with The Arc Minnesota.

Laura Tjomsland discussed recommendations from The Board of Directors of a change to our By-Laws if The Arc Mower County ever dissolved the business. The Board of Directors of The Arc Mower County recommends the decision to change our By-Laws. Laura Tjomsland asked for a vote in favor of the decision by the Board. The vote was unanimous in favor changing our By-Laws.

Dawn Helgeson gave her annual report of the programs and services The Arc Mower County provides.

Dawn Helgeson did introductions and installation of Board Members. Laura Tjomsland, Crystal Steinbach, John Gray, Stephanie Wagner, Steve Mallan, Axel Gumbel, Jennifer Douty, Heidi Portz, and Roy Rolfson. The Board of Directors is looking at finding at least 2 more board members, we can have up to 13.

Special recognition of Alice Qual, long-time volunteer for her years of service in fundraising through the Younkers Community Days. She has put many hours and recruited many volunteers to raise thousands of dollars for the organization. Thank you Alice!

Laura Tjomsland presented the awards for the fiscal year:

Community Partner of the Year – Amy Baskin and Austin Public Schools Community Education
Distinguished Service Award – Adam Houck and Noon Kiwanis of Austin
Volunteer of the Year – Margo Bissen
Robert Qual Memorial Self-Advocate of the Year – Julie Sucha

Jamey Helgeson, Program Director presented, “A Look Back” Slide Show of all of the happenings in the last year.

There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned by President, Laura Tjomsland.

Left To Right: John Gray - Treasurer, Adam Houck - Award Recipient, Laura Tjomsland - President, Crystal Steinbach - Secretary, Julie Sucha - Award Recipient, Steve Mallan - Director and Jennifer Douty - Director

Missing: Axel Gumbel - Director, Heidi Portz - Director, Roy Rolfson - Director,
Stephanie Wagner - Director, Amy Baskin - Award Recipient and Margo Bissen - Award Recipient

Financial Report
April 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018

Balance Sheet
Cash & Cash Equivalents: $107,389.15
Other Assets: $7,782.16
Fixed Assets: $35,738.55
Total Assets: $150,909.86
Liabilities: $26,243.75
Equity: $124,666.11

Income Statement
Income: $170,431.81
Expenses: $185,095.84
Net Income/Loss: -$14,664.03

By The Numbers:
April 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018

Total Program Participation: 6,176
Unduplicated Participants: 249
Members Participating: 154
Non-Members Participating: 95
Volunteering (# / Hours): 397 / 915
# of Unique Volunteers: 58

Thank you for
your support!

The Arc Mower County gratefully acknowledges the following people, businesses and organizations who have made recent financial or in-kind contributions as well as new members, renewing members and volunteers: May 1 - 31, 2018:

Donations:

Kristina Huffman
Austin Eagles Club - Aerie 703
John Gray
Doris Rice

Members:

David and Stephanie Wagner
David and Crystal Lammers
Steve Mallan
Terry and Pat Dibble
Katie Schroeder
Dwayne Weis
Gene Lee
Brian Wollenburg
Darla Haines
Sarah Salisbury
Joshua Mund
Hannah Keenan
Mike Ruzek
Tyler Baker
Larry and Sherry Andersen
Terry, Austin and Allie Hodnefield
Wayne and Joan Skov
Dan and Cheri May
Lynn and Deb Johnson
Barb Chromy and Theresa Chromy
John Watkins
Greg and Lynee Larson
Laurie Hoverson
John Gray
Bruce and Louise Sorenson and Dylan Sorenson
Louise Peterson

Volunteers:

Margaret (Margo) Bissen
John Gray
Susan Huffman
Courtney Karnes
Barb Keist
Roger Mallan
Steve Mallan
Nancy Qual
Roy Rolfson
Staci Rugg
Carol Schlicter
Crystal Steinbach
Michele Tate
Laura Tjomsland
Brian Wollenburg

We strive for excellence in our record keeping of each donor, member and volunteer. Please feel free to contact us if you notice an error in this list by calling The Arc Mower County at (507) 433-8994 or via email at office@thearcmc.org. We welcome and appreciate your feedback.

Julie Sucha … June 2
Hector Garcia … June 3
Connie Louden … June 3
Roy Rolfson … June 8
James Fluor … June 12
Sam Tapia … June 12
Patrick Horn … June 15
Ruth Stanton … June 15
Robert Houff … June 19
Dan Berg … June 21
Weston Menuey … June 24
Rachel Hanson … June 25
Lydia Benedict … June 27
Mike Houff … June 28

Tickets go on-sale on
August 15, 2018 at 9:00 am.
Sponsorship levels range from $250 to $1,500. Sponsorship benefits include pre-event promotional opportunities reaching people through printed and digital invitations, email campaigns, website traffic, social media and press releases. Onsite opportunities include signage, printed materials and recognition during event.
Learn more at
www.thearcmc.org/tomc2018

Volunteers Matter
at The Arc

If you are interested in volunteering, please email office@thearcmc.org,
call 507-433-8994 or visit
http://www.thearcmc.org/volunteer
for more information.

Volunteer Opportunities:

June, July and August 2018:

06/04/18, 03:15 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
06/08/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Games In The Park, Need 5
06/11/18, 01:00 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
06/12/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Lucky Las Vegas Dance, Need 3
06/13/18, 08:00 AM-04:00 PM, Community Connections: Fishing Day In Lanesboro, Need 2
06/15/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Bingo, Need 3
06/18/18, 01:00 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
06/19/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Summer Birthday Bash, Need 3
06/22/18, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Open Center, Need 3
07/06/18, 05:00 PM-07:30 PM, Summer BBQ Bash, Need 3
07/10/18, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Red, White and Blue Firecracker Dance, Need 3
07/11/18, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Open Center, Need 3
07/13/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Bingo, Need 3
07/23/18, 01:00 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
07/26/18, 01:30 PM-3:30 PM, Newsletter Folding And Assembly, Need 3
07/28/18, 02:30 PM-10:00 PM, Community Connections: Wabasha Riverboat Days Parade, Need 1
07/30/18, 01:00 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
08/01/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Ice Cream Social and Fall Activity Guide Kick-Off, Need 3
08/03/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Games In The Park, Need 5
08/06/18, 01:00 PM-05:00 PM, 4-H Youth Adventure Club, Need 2
08/14/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, 70’s/Tie Dye Dance, Need 3
08/15/18, 04:00 PM-09:00 PM, Community Connections: Steele County Fair, Need 1
08/17/18, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM, Bingo, Need 3
08/21/18, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Open Center, Need 3
08/22/18, 04:00 PM-06:00 PM, Community Connections: Jay C. Hormel Nature Center - Interpretive Center Tour and Trail Rides, Need 2