About MBT

The Board of Trustees, a volunteer organization elected by Pledge members of the Sangha (the congregation), supports the minister in managing the business of the temple.

Each of the board’s members serves a two-year term (one-year for appointees) with fiscal responsibility, works on committees that plan and coordinate events, and makes decisions on religious matters. While the board meets monthly as a group on the second Sunday before general service, members of the board are in constant communication with each other and members of the Sangha.

The board works on behalf of the entire Sangha but depends upon your ideas, support and willingness to volunteer to realize these ideas. Each year, all Pledge members are welcome to run for a seat on the board.

Board of Trustees Leadership Team & Appointed Roles

Jason Matsumoto President
Vacant Vice President
Dana Johnson  Finance/Treasurer
Kiku Taura Recording Secretary
Joy Zavala Corresponding Secretary
Terry Cichocki Auditor
Rick Morimoto Pledge/Revenue Committee
Roger Suekama Religious Affairs & BCA Representative
Jac Cerney Assistant Treasurer
Joy Zavala Events Planning Committee
Elaine Matsushita Bulletin Editor
Jerry Matsumoto Technology

Rev. Ron Miyamura Advisor, Retired Minister
Rev. Todd Tsuchiya Advisor, Resident Minister