MM updated the group on the status of the building.  He is hoping for a Feb break move in. Two issues potentially leading to delay -- 1) elevator certificate 2) work with the city - storm drain issues .  Need to give city a bunch of items before moving forward.  Will make a judgement call on move in by the end of this week.  

Donor event follow up : 

A few could not make the tour - need to share the info from the tour with these individuals. MM suggested newer donors should receive a packet in mail and those who have a deeper relationship with  LACS should  schedule a time to see the school.  MM suggested including elected officials with two of these individuals.   LD to follow up.  

Kari asked if we follow up with those who did attend ?  David suggested sending photos he took with a short message.  

Plans for next event, t community open house: on hold? Tentative date for the open house was Thursday march 13th.  TBD ! 

Update on Fund & Friendraising : 

Grant side : two deadlines this month to submit which DG and MM have been pulling together. Library collections estimate & alumni support  will be submitted for one of these grants .

The committee discussed thoughts on questions surrounding federal funding  and if we need to think about external donors to secure any future potential financial insecurities.  Will keep an eye on this.  

Friendraising - always looking for more friends!  Punting to later this spring when we can show off the building.