Each June, we host a church business meeting where you can discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year and vote for elder positions.
Annual Business Meeting
Sunday, June 28 • 12:30PM • The West Wing
The West Wing is the modular building located in the gravel lot to the west of the Main Auditorium.
If you have questions ahead of the business meeting, email NC’s executive pastor Kelly Thomas.
June 28 Meeting Agenda
- Welcome & Prayer (Tyler Colburn, Board Chair)
- Call to Order
- Other Business / Discussion Items (Tyler)
- New Business (Kelly Thomas, Executive Pastor)
- Proposed 2026-27 Budget Overview & Vote
- Proposed Elder Candidates Overview & Vote
- Prayer / Adjourn (Tyler)
2026-27 PROPOSED BUDGET
The annual budget reflects our mission in action—fueling ministries, supporting staff, caring for our campus, and resourcing community outreach.
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Operating Budget
2025–2026
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Proposed Budget
2026–2027*
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|---|---|---|
| Income | ||
| General Offering Receipts | $2,119,242 | $2,272,177 |
| Facility Income | $66,800 | $96,200 |
| For Visalia Campaign | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Total Income | $2,211,042 | $2,393,377 |
| Expenses | ||
| Salaries and Benefits | $1,402,477 | $1,370,075 |
| Facilities | $273,865 | $323,152 |
| Connections/Groups | $62,800 | $48,300 |
| Next Gen | $52,100 | $39,200 |
| Technology/Communications | $98,500 | $99,000 |
| Service Programming | $57,200 | $48,800 |
| Admin Services | $38,100 | $33,700 |
| Ministry Development | $67,500 | $63,500 |
| Missions/Outreach | $33,500 | $21,450 |
| Total Ministry Expenses | $2,086,042 | $2,047,177 |
| Mortgage Expense | $95,000 | $319,200 |
| Capital Savings Expense | $30,000 | $27,000 |
| Total Expenses | $2,211,042 | $2,393,377 |
* Includes budget for Kingsburg campus and Community Center
As of April 30, 2026
ELDER CANDIDATES
Our elders serve as a leadership board for our church—praying, discerning, and guiding with humility and wisdom. This year, we are asking our church to affirm the following nominees:
Andre Martinez
• Married to Carrie with two kids
• HS Social Studies Teacher
• 18 years at Neighborhood
Andy Phillipe
• Married to Brandy with two kids
• HVAC Contractor
• 22 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with Parking & Safety Teams
Christy Salazar
• Married to Jason with two kids
• Produce Sales
• 26 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with Small Groups
Heidi Brown
• Married to Travis with four kids
• Elementary School Teacher
• 22 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with NC Kids
Jessica Rodriguez
• Married to Mike with two kids
• Healthcare Leader & Small Business Owner
• 7 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with Small Groups
Marc Schuil
• Married to Cindy with 3 children and 10 grandchildren
• Real Estate Broker
• 41 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with Guest Services & the Finance Team
Tyler Colburn
• Married to Jennifer with four kids
• Dairy Nutrition Consultant
• 19 years at Neighborhood
• Helps out with Finance Team & Worship Team
Sample Digital Ballot
I am a MEMBER ❏
I am an ATTENDER ❏
I affirm the 2026-27 proposed budget.
❏ YES ❏ NO
I affirm the 2026-27 elder candidates.
❏ YES ❏ NO
If your answer is no, please specify the specific elder candidates below you would like to affirm.
❏ Andre Martinez
❏ Andy Phillipe
❏ Christy Salazar
❏ Heidi Brown
❏ Jessica Rodriguez
❏ Marc Schuil
❏ Tyler Colburn