Open Position on Board of Directors
There is one opening on the EBI Board for the coming year. If you would like to apply or know someone to nominate, go to the application form.
Bookstore
The new Point of Sale system is working well, making transactions easier and faster. Lindsay P. is restocking medallions and will take advantage of Grapevine sale prices through the end of the year.
New Intergroup WhatsApp Group
The motion to create a WhatsApp group for East Bay Intergroup passed unanimously. Tim C., who had suggested the group, reported that 60% of the website traffic comes from mobile devices, with most people on their phones. WhatsApp is a better way to reach members. More to come on how to join.
Treasurer’s Report
Total income for October was $7,938, which included $5,300 in contributions. Total deductions, as anticipated, were $9,271, yielding a net deficit of $1,333. This was not entirely surprising since October is usually a light month for contributions. October Financials
Also Discussed
- The new Intergroup Prudent Reserve is to be the greater of 7 months expenses or $60,000. We are currently at $55,000, so we’ll probably increase it by $5,000, effective in 2024.
- Literature sales are down for A.A. as a whole from pre-pandemic numbers, probably mainly due to so many meetings still on Zoom; also people, in general, are not buying hard copy but reading online.
- Approximately 66% of the EBI income comes from contributions and 33% comes from literature and medallion sales.
- Two main takeaways from the Intergroup group inventory: Chatline is doing well and the website needs work.
The next East Bay Intergroup meeting is Wednesday, December 20, at 7 pm.
Meeting ID: 826 4219 5246
Passcode: 065121
Does your group have an Intergroup Representative (IGR)? Be sure your group’s voice is being heard by electing an IGR and participating in the monthly Intergroup meeting.
