Bureaucratic Matters

[Jon Lesser]

We officially incorporated the Baltimore Node today. As far as
Maryland is concerned we are a non-profit corporation. We still need
to file with the IRS for tax exemption status under 501(c)(3). We
should try to do this in 2009. The cost for that will be $750, so
we'll need to do have some fundraisers in the coming months.

We also filed for an EIN number and Adam and I opened a free business
checking account at SunTrust this afternoon. I will maintain the
ledger until we have an official treasurer. I will keep this
spreadsheet in sync with the account so everyone can see what's going
on financially.
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=tZ8BX2cpPkHS4Rb8hIhyKDg

Quick details on the bank account:
-There are no maintenance fees or minimum balance
-We can process 150 transactions a month for free ($0.30 each there
after). So deposits from 30 members and 1 check for rent would only be
31 transactions.
-Adam and I will each have a Baltimore Node Checkcard. The card has a
visa logo and can be used anywhere visa is accepted
-We got 8 starter checks and opted not to buy checks unless we need them later.
-Bills, like rent, can be paid online for free. In this case the bank
prints a check and mails
-We can add additional check signers to the account. Either Adam or I
need to go in with the new person. We'll add whoever is elected
president and treasurer.

-Jon

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[Matthew Forr]

Well done Jon, the work is much appreciated!

-Matthew Forr

[Patrick Roanhouse - Plan8]

hey guys thought we might want to look at a mini fridge/ microwave
that is reliable for food and drinks

http://www.unplggd.com/unplggd/appliances/microfridge-combo-appliances-for-small-space-living-090278

for any projects we might want to do we could keep stuff in a
secondary small fridge we find on craigslist but this is an idea of a
reliable drinks and food fridge for us.

[Kelly Egan]

Before we buy anything new. We should take a trip to the Loading Dock. They have both building supplies, paint and appliances.

http://www.loadingdock.org

[Mark Huson]

I agree Kelly. I don't think we should buy new or a mini fridge. I'm thinking used and full size. and then just toss it in the corner with a box for people to deposit $ when they take a drink out.