Board of Trustees

Our primary purpose as a Board is to inspire, direct, and hold accountable the Ministers and ourselves through the broad written policies we have established that reflect Unitarian Universalist values and perspectives. The Board must ensure that all divergent views are considered, yet it must resolve into a single organizational position on any issue.

Trustees are elected for three-year terms, with three new members being elected each year to replace the three who will be completing their terms. Nominations are made by the Nominating Committee chaired by TBA.

To contact all members of the Board of Trustees, send an email to board@first-unitarian-pgh.org

Officers 2024-2025

  • Brian Junker (2026) President
  • Jim Pashek (2027) Vice-President
  • Nick Izzo (2025), Secretary
  • Kyle Gracey (2026), Treasurer (2nd term)

Members

  • Raeann Olander (2025), Past-President
  • Chris Milcarek (2025)
  • Jean Schmidt (2026)
  • Richard Dum (2027)
  • Maria Lauro (2027)
  • Rev. Kate Walker, Minister (Ex-Officio)

Financial Officers

  • Bob Baron, Controller
  • Margaret Stevens, Assistant Controller


The Board of Trustees meets every third Wednesday at 7:00 PM. Watch the newsletter for more details.

Board of Trustees Updates

2nd Quarter 2025 Treasurer’s Report

Our budget is running a bit more negative than expected, but is overall still good. Our long-term finances remain healthy, and we have started to receive contributions to Capital Campaign pledges. All information below is ...
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July Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, July 16 at 7 PM via Zoom. All members and friends are welcome to attend virtually. If you would like to attend, please contact Maria Lauro (mariaingphATgmail.com) to ...
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June Board of Trustees Meeting June 18, 7 PM

The Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, June 18 at 7 PM, via Zoom. All members and friends are welcome to attend, virtually. If you would like to attend, please contact the board secretary to ...
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1st Quarter 2025 Financial Report

Our budget is running a bit more negative than expected, but not yet at a level that is a cause for concern. Our long-term finances remain healthy. All information below is as of the end ...
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Help Assess the Board by Dec 30

Please take 10 minutes to help assess the performance of the Board of Trustees by filling out the brief survey. The congregation’s assessment of the Board is the final part of our comprehensive assessment program. ...
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