MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE ST. ALBERT THE GREAT COUNCIL
PRESENT: Msar.Weier; Messrs. Heinrich, McCarthy, Geuss. Valentine, Andrusiak, Lezotte, Osaer, Zahra; Mmes. Meers, Raymond.

EXCUSED: Fr Lezuchowski, Srs. Constance, Illdefonse, Mr. Gauci.

The meeting of the St. Albert the Great Council was called to order at 8 PM Thursday, July 16, 1970 in the Rectory of St. Albert the Great by the Vice President, Ray Heinrich. Msgr. Weier opened the meeting with a prayer.

The Vice-President opened the meeting to nominations President of the Council. It was moved that “Ray Heinrich nominated for President of the Council.” There were no other nominations. Ray Heinrich was elected unanimously as President.

A prayer led by Msgr. Weier was offered for the soul of Vernon Kitzelman.

It was moved that the Bylaws be amended by adding that “in the absence of the President, the Vice President shall assume the duties of the President. In the event of a permanent vacancy in the office of President, the Vice President shall become the President.” Motion carried unanimously.

It was moved that “The Council recognize Frank Murray, the person receiving the next highest number of votes, as a member of the Council by virtue of the vacancy occasioned by the death of Vernon Kitzelman, in accordance with Article IV, Section 7 of the ByLaws.” Motion carried unanimously.

The President opened nominations for Vice President. Williant McCarthy and Ed Andrusiak were nominated for the office of Vice President. William McCarthy was elected.

Goe Geuss reported on the Christian Service Committee and listed their recommendations. It was moved that we concur with the recommendations of the Service Committee that the assessment of Adult parishioners for funding of the Interfaith Centers for Racial Justice be tabled for the present time,” Motion carried with 9 in favor, two abstaining. It was moved that “we give our support to the Crestwood Community Health Council in their endeavor to have an ordinance passed banning trash and leaf burning.” Motion carried unanimously.

It was moved that “the Service Committee’s recommendation to form a committee to clean the kitchen of the Multi-purpose Bldg, be tabled and the matter be referred to Msgr. Weier for proper disposition.” Motion carried unanimously.

Maurice Osaer reported that the Dearborn Heights School Board stated that they would take steps to police our parking lot when games are held in the adjoining field. It was moved that “the parking lot issue be tabled.” Motion carried unanimously.

Lawrence Zahra reported that the Committee had met to review the Budget and the Financial Report. The Report has been signed and sent to the Archdiocese.

It was moved that “the Bylaws be amended by adding that each member of the Council shall have equal vote including the President. However, the President shall not have the right to debate any issue unless he surrenders the chair until the vote has been taken on the particular motion. It shall be the prerogative of the President to bring to the attention of the Council information pertinent to any subject under discussion.” Motion carried unanimously.

It was agreed that all meetings of the Council except the open meetings would be held in the Rectory. It was agreed that Thursday, September 17 would be an open meeting to be held in the Library.

It was moved that “the makers of the motions be omitted in all future publications of the minutes.” Motion carried, 7 in favor, 4 opposed and 1 abstaining.

It was moved that the minutes of the meeting of June 18, 1970 be approved as printed. Motion carried, 11 in favor and 1 abstaining.

The Secretary read a reply from the office of the Cardinal on the production of “Hair” and a note of thanks from Mrs. Kitzelman.

Because of vacationing Council members, there would be no August council meeting.

It was moved that the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 10:00 PM. Msgr. Weier offered the closing prayer.

Ray Heinrich – Mary Meers