Historic Pullman Garden Club July 1, 2026

Present: Frank Abramic, Lorraine Brochu, Andrew Bullen, Linda Bullen, Rogelio Cadena, Andrea Conway-Diaz, Anna Fillmore, Susan James, Connie Lange, Brent LaRowe, Mike McMahon, Melinda Moore, MaryJo Nasko, Debbie Newman, Norma Zarris,

President Brent LaRowe called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm.

Motion to approve the minutes as read. m/s/p (NZ/MJN)

Treasurer report (DN):

–          Garden Walk preliminary financial report.

·         Expenses $222.97

·         Income $2,531.05 (ticket, $1,116.05; boutique, $397; plants, $956; donations, $92)

·         Profit $2,308.08

·         Estimated in-kind donations (printing, plants, FB ads, etc.) $1,118.15

–          Other: checks have been reordered and final request for membership renewal sent.

Discussion: Whether or not to have a table at IDNR’s Wildwood Party on August 29. No decision made.

Ball Seed tour: Andy volunteered to organize, but we need to choose a date (Mon-Wed or Fri in August).

Garden Conservancy visit on August 2, 10-2 pm. Connie volunteered to organize carsharing. Individuals should register themselves online for the event.

Discussion, Gateway Garden signage: Signage needs to acknowledge that the Club maintains the space. We also discussed how to phrase a welcome and where to put this language (wooden sign? on stones?). Connie, Anna, and Sue J. volunteered to form an ad hoc committee to pursue these issues.

Announcement: Lorraine reminded members of the upcoming Reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8 outside of the Visitor Center.

Motion to adjourn at 7:46 pm. m/s/p many/all