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| Call to Order
Duane Morris called the meeting to order at 1:45pm, July 23, 2007. Welcoming Remarks Welcoming remarks were given by Duane Morris. Self Introductions / Sign-Up Sheet Self introductions were made; see attached sign-up sheet. Approval of Minutes of Las Vegas Meeting from April 14, 2007 Following review of meeting minutes, Motion by Trish Macdonald, second by Jan Zarr to approve the Minutes of Las Vegas Meeting April 14, 2007 Motion Passed Chapter Meeting Task Force Report Rob Henson reported there were 60 attendees at the inaugural Pacific Northwest Chapter meeting; 20 were members. Rob thanked Edie Burke of Key Arena for hosting and Kim Bedier. Raised $400+ for the IAAM Foundation Hope to have two times per year; Safeco Field has offered. IAAM annual goal is to have 30 chapter meetings – one in each state. DVP Report – Duane Morris Las Vegas Summary Financials $13,541.84 was received as District IV proceeds from the combined meeting in Las Vegas. Surveys / Feedback CoreTracks were not well received. District 7 Invited to join us in Spokane for 2010 Andy Green – District 7 representative has accepted on behalf of the district. o Reciprocate invite to join them in 2011 in Monterey, San Diego or Sacramento Diversification Committee Mentoring Program Programming and funding request Robyn Williams spoke in support: IAAM can’t fund and this is an opportunity to help fund a beneficial program. Duane stated that DVP’s are generally not in favor of funding from District sources. Neil Campbell Recommendation for Honorary Member Status – Affirmed Board of Education Year one of CoreTracks now on line on the e-learning center page www.IAAM.org Financial Report Duane gave appreciation to Ron Yorita, former District IV VP, for his actions resulting in the District’s current positive financial position. Kim Bedier reported as of June 27, 2007, District IV funds totaled $9,035.40, a decrease of $6,965.50 from March 28 through June 27, derived from the following activity: Wheeling Park Commission (2) scholarships $ 3,415.20 IAAM Dist IV Meeting Meals – San Antonio 206.30 IAAM Donation ($5 per member) 1,195.00 Karen Totaro – SES Scholarship 2,149.00 Total $ 6,965.50 As of June 27, 2007, the District IV funds were allocated in the following Bank of America bank accounts: Checking Account $ 9,035.40 Savings Account 61.71 8 month CD (Matures 7/15/07) 15,479.34 Total $24,576.45 Allied Report Jack Lucas to Chair Allied Committee Searching for new D4 Allied Representative Jack Lucas will assist with nomination. Scholarship Report L. Leyba-Kramer gave a report on the issuance of two scholarships to PAFMS at Oglebay (1st & 2nd year). Mark Lloydman, Eugene; Jan Pierce, Montana SES: Karen Totaro AVSS / GI – Don Skorba, AVSS Lori suggested changing the scholarship for these entities to $1000.00, as she felt the reason we received few applications was that the scholarship did not provide enough assistance. Discussion: Application criteria 1) Member, 2) Service length, 3) Why do you want to attend? 4) What is your goal? Expensive programs; $500 not enough; Should we have 2 at $1000 Motion by Mary Muse, second by Robyn Williams to increase the AVSS and GI scholarships from $500.00 to $1000.00. Motion Passed Foundation Report Money raised in Las Vegas Duane Morris reported that $9000.00 was raised, plus silent auction. Matching Campaign Other districts are going to follow our lead. Matching campaign funds came to over $1000. Membership Jay Savell gave the Membership Report: IAAM membership is at 3223 with 360 new members. 247 members were from District IV with 17 new members. We are the smallest district. Last year there were 39 new members. Increase in membership has been helped by promotions to add people from facilities (if you have 2 members can add a 3rd with no initiation fee) - Cookbook @ $24.95 available at IAAM.org - E-network to be launched - New member orientation video filmed at the conference Unfinished Business There was no unfinished business. New Business Portland Update IAAM District IV Meeting in Portland May 1-4, 2008 1) Karen Totaro – Local Host Robyn Williams, Lori Leyba-Kramer, Don Scorby and Joe Durr – All local facilities are on board. 2) Portland planning group: - Contract for Doubletree Hotel @ $125.00 - Meetings at Convention Center for District and Operations meetings - Opening Convention Center / Closing Rose Garden (proposed) or Performing Arts Center / CC - Golf at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Course Robyn will be responsible for an alternative activity – Wine Tour - Sponsorships: Aramark in Convention Center - Operations workshop: Similar to regional workshop 2 years ago - Canadian Members: Trish Macdonald will send out emails to gather information on interest and programming; personal contact; let them know Vancouver is coming in 2009. - Golf on Friday; Program is on Saturday & Sunday; Crossover reception on Sunday; Ops meetings Monday. Ops will be included on facility tours. - Registration: $295.00 early bird (includes operations seminars) $325.00 regular - Financial incentive on multiple staff - $50.00 discount for each additional (members only) * TBD - Monday only rate: $50.00 - Encourage non members to attend. Mary asked what is the object of the discount? More attendance or more members? Jeff suggested a rebate for membership taken out at conference? There must be incentive for membership. Kevin suggested that leadership/committee should figure out pricing and report to group. Sponsorship: Ticketswest - $5,000.00 closing reception When will information come out? Program and content: No (or minimal) CoreTracks. Allied Member content/input Announcements Fox Theatre Spokane – booking info. IAAM Performing Arts Seminar will be in Seattle 2010 Duane Morris gave thanks to everyone who steps up to assist in District Adjournment Motion to adjourn by Joe Du, second by Mary Muse All in favor; the meeting was adjourned. |
