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January 2011 Minutes

2011 Minutes, Minutes

Feb 142011

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting 12 January 2011 1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist. 2. Attendance at the Meeting included: Vicki Edwards Marcel Moreau George Ziska, Jr. Janelle Smith Ron Strawn Kathi Narlock 3. The minutes of the meetings held on 10 November and 8 December 2010, were approved. 4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following financial status, as of 31 Dec 10: Checking Account: $2,862.73; Money Market: $43,433.84; Progress on 2011 $42,000 Fundraising: 6.8 % 5. Finance Director’s Report: Although Finance Director Mark White was not present, the following items were discussed: A. Al Can Recycling: During this week, cans were received from two Crew members. B. Offutt Chapel Designated Offerings: Current schedule of Sun, 13 Feb 11 (Catholic) and Sun, 20 Feb 11 (0900 Protestant Service) remains same. Due to anticipated, limited advertisement at the Offutt Chapel, the Secretary will be sending an announcing email for members to forward to other Offutt Chapel parishioners. C. Church of the Nativity, Burke, VA: Bob Corsi indicated that the offering is set for the weekend of 15-16 Jan 11. D. Bowl-a-thon: Sharon Strawn has reserved lanes at Leopard Lanes for 1:30 PM, Sat, 12 Mar 11. To date, 6 bowlers have signed up for this event. E. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11. F. Other Ideas: None. 6. Old Business: A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster. B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 10th 2010 CFC distribution check for $579.91 was received on 18 Dec 10. If this was the last distribution check, there would be shrinkage of $1,277.99 from the original net donation total of $6,738.99. The Secretary has requested the CFC to confirm this shrinkage. Also a check for $53.39 was received on 27 Dec 10 from the United Way of the National Capital Area. C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob is providing some info on VA onsite crew volunteers. D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): Approved meeting minutes from Oct thru Dec 10 need to be inputted, along with the Outback Raffle results. Also the words need to updated, according the Annual Report to Donors of Jan 11. The Secretary will transmit by email above mentioned information to the Webmaster. E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary provided the names of two possible volunteers from CO. F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: Donations from the Thank You Breakfast on Sun, 12 Dec 10 , totaled $424.00 ($269 (SAC) and $155 (Capehart)). After expenses of $182.76, the breakfast netted $241.24. Approximately 170 parishioners (80 (SAC) and 90 (Capehart)) attended this event. An updated material inventory was provided to Ron Strawn. G. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): An assistant cook from CO is possible. The Construction Director is working on confirming the onsite crew volunteers. H. Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary had 100 copies of this report printed at the UPS Store for $16.77. I. Donor List: The Secretary provided the list for review to find errors and omissions. 7. New Business: A. Order Crew Hats: The Secretary reported that the inventory of crew hats is down to only eight. The Secretary received Board approval to order 24 hats from our previous supplier, Rapid Graphics & Signs. B. IRS Forms: The Secretary reported that the 2010 forms are currently not available on the IRS website. Form 990 will be needed for the CFC application in the Mar/Apr 11 timeframe and the Form 990EZ needs to be submitted to the IRS by 15 May 11. 8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 9 Feb 11, at 9803 S. 21st Circle. George Ziska, Jr. Secretary

November 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Feb 042011

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

10 November 2010

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Vicki Edwards
Marcel Moreau
George Ziska, Jr.
Mark White
Ron Strawn
Donna Vogt

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 13 October 2010, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following report to the Secretary: Checking account: $5,345.67; Money Market: $38,429.79; Progress on 2011 $42,000 Fundraising Goal: 2.4%

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: Secretary turned in 67 lbs of cans on 18 Oct 10, at $0.35 per lb for a total of $23.45. Since the Carter Lake recycling site was not used (which pays $0.50 per lb), the Secretary donated a “Carter Lake” penalty of $0.15 per lb for total of $10.05.

B. Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 10): After contacting the Outback manager, Donna set the 3 raffle prizes at $120, $60 and $45. Donna is now distributing tickets. The Secretary got an article and photo in the 3 Nov Bellevue Leader. At the Harlan Road No Frills on 6 Nov, 21 tickets were sold and $32 in public donations were received. Selling tickets at the Galvin Road Baker’s on 13 Nov, still awaits approval. Donna set the drawing date for Monday, 6 Dec 10. Attendees were encouraged to eat at the Outback after the drawing. To date, 30 tickets have been sold. With 274 tickets sold in 2009, President Vicki Edwards set a goal of selling 300 tickets in 2010.

C. Offutt Chapel Designated Offerings: The Chapel Accountant indicated that the Catholic designated offering will be held on Sunday, 13 Feb 11, and the Protestant designated offering was changed to Sunday, 20 Feb 11 at the 0900 Service. The Catholic Pastoral Assistant indicated that a guest book would not be allowed at the designated offerings since it would interpreted as fundraising.

D. Church of the Nativity, Burke VA Designated Offering: No word on date yet.

E. Bowl-a-thon (Mar 11): No developments.

F. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11.

G. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The Secretary has provided rosters to Board members.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 8th 2010 distribution check for $511.84 was received on 16 Oct 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary had successful back surgery on 25 Oct 10.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: President Vicki Edwards called the Catholic Chapel Pastoral Assistant during the meeting and they agreed on a revised date of 12 Dec 10, for the Crew’s Thank You Breakfast at the Offutt Chapels. The Catholic Chapel Pastoral Assistant will do the facilities reservations. Catholic Confirmation students are interested in working this event. Vicki will discuss this event with Chaplain Dabbs, the Senior Protestant Chaplain.

G. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): Tony Erba (WI) volunteered for the on-site crew.

H. Revised Account Signature Authority: Necessary paperwork was completed at Great Western Bank, Galvin Road Branch, on 21 Oct 10. The Treasurer submitted paperwork for the Fidelity money market account.

7. New Business: None.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:57 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 8 Dec 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle. President Vicki Edwards requested that we consider a 7 PM start time for 12 Jan 11 meeting and thereafter.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

December 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Feb 042011

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

8 December 2010

1. The Meeting was opened by Vice-President Marcel Moreau, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With only 2 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did not exist. An informal meeting continued.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Marcel Moreau
George Ziska, Jr.
Ron Strawn

3. The minutes of the meetings held on 10 November 2010, were reviewed with approval delayed until the next meeting with a Board quorum.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following report to Secretary on our financial status, as of 30 Nov 10: Checking Account: $5,479.53; Money Market: $38,430.71; Progress on 2011 $42,000 Fundraising: 2.7 %

5. Finance Director’s Report: Although Finance Director Mark White was not present, the following items were discussed:
A. Al Can Recycling: During this week, cans were received from two Crew members.

B. Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 10): The results of the 6 Dec drawing were: 1st: Tom Ziska, $125; 2nd: Marcel Moreau, $75; 3rd: Beth Wells, $50. Due to available certificate amounts, Outback graciously increased the prize amounts from the advertised prizes of $120, $60 and $45. Donations for 275 $5 tickets (for a total of $1,375) were received which is one more ticket than 2009.

C. Offutt Chapel Designated Offerings: Current schedule of Sun, 13 Feb 11 (Catholic) and Sun, 20 Feb 11 (0900 Protestant Service) remains same.

D. Church of the Nativity, Burke, VA: No word yet but normally it happens in Jan.

E. Bowl-a-thon (Mar 11): No new developments.

F. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11.

G. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 9th 2010 CFC distribution check for $685.19 was received on 13 Nov 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2010 Outback Raffle drawing results need to be inputted.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: The Thank You Breakfast on Sun, 12 Dec 10 was discussed. George and Ron will make a Commissary supply run on Sat, 11 Dec 10 at 9 AM. George will deliver the SAC Chapel fruit tray to Vicki on Sat afternoon. We will get access to both Chapels at 7:30 AM, on Sun when the material and equipment will be delivered. Catholic Confirmation students with parents will be arriving at SAC Chapel at 7:30 AM on Sun and need to be divided between the two Chapels. We will be wearing Crew shirts and hats. Vice-President Marcel Moreau will send an email to some 0830 Mass attendees to publicize the breakfast.

G. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): An assistant cook is still needed.

7. New Business:
A. Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary provided a draft for review.

B. Donor List: The Secretary provided a the list for review to find errors and omissions.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 12 Jan 11, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

Designated Offering

Minutes

Feb 032011

Our Lady of Peace Parishioners,

A designated offering will be held for the Appalachian Construction Crew on Sunday, 13 February 2011.

The Crew was started in 1988, with a seed planted by Offutt Chaplain Father Dennis Hanley. The Crew's mission is to build homes for Appalachian families unable to afford adequate housing. Each June, the Crew deploys to McCreary County, KY, the eighth poorest county in the nation by median household income. The Good Shepherd Mission of Whitley City, KY, selects the deserving family receiving the home. Originally, volunteer builders came mainly from the Bellevue area but with the constant military personnel moves, our volunteers now come from all over the country.

Last June, the Crew built a home for Daniel and Laura Taylor and their two children, Heavenly and Drew. The Taylor Family was homeless due to their trailer being damaged beyond repair during a move. Laura could find only part time employment. The family is now living in their new, 24-foot by 40-foot, 3-bedroom home. The home is not a free handout since the family agrees to pay back the material cost of the home to the Good Shepherd Mission in small, interest-free payments. The Mission then uses this money for helping others in McCreary County. Your generous support throughout the years, allows the Crew to buy the materials for the homes.

Sister Nancy Sutton of the Good Shepherd Mission has just informed us that we will be building a new home in June 2011, for Ricky and Tabatha Ridner and their two daughters, Takelia and Takayla. The Ridner Family is currently living in a trailer that is falling apart and has many roof leaks.

The Appalachian Construction Crew truly appreciates your continuing support of our cause. For more info and photos of our work, please go to our website at http://accrew.org . Anyone interested in joining us next June for building our 26th family home, please call me at 402-292-5274. Due to limited publicity at Offutt Chapel, please pass this email on to other parishioners.

Thanks,

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary and Construction Director
Appalachian Construction Crew, Inc.

Outback Steakhouse Raffle 2010

Minutes

Nov 032010

We held a successful fund raising raffle for the Outback Steakhouse during the month of November. Prizes consisted of one grand prize of $125, 2nd prize $75 and 3rd prize of $50. Drawing was held on December 6th. The winners were: 1st place-Tom Ziska; 2nd place-Marcel Moreau and 3rd place-Beth Wells. Congratulations to the winners! Plans are in the works for another raffle in November 2011. Thanks to all who purchased tickets for a chance at this great prize and a special thanks to Outback Steakhouse manager Tom Powell, the local Bellevue manager provided us with the gift certificates.

September 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Oct 152010

8 September 2010

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.
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2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Vicki Edwards
Ken Zeiger
George Ziska, Jr.
Mark White
Marcel Moreau
Ron Strawn
Kathi Narlock

3. The minutes of the meetings held on 11 August 2010, were approved with a correction.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith was not present to provide a report.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: One attendee brought cans.

B. Offutt Open House, Sat, 28 Aug 10: Ten (10) Crew volunteers worked the open house. The Omaha World-Herald indicated an estimated two-day attendance of 150,000 people and Mark reported record concession sales. Still await the distribution of profit shares.

C. Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 10): Donna Vogt was not present to discuss.

D. Offutt Designated Offerings: At the last Catholic Parish Council meeting, the Crew was left on the designated offering list for this year but the new Catholic Chaplain indicated that the Crew would not be on the list every year. Ron Strawn suggested that an email be sent to the Chapel Account Manager to find out the dates of Catholic and Protestant designated offerings. The Secretary will send this email. Marcel Moreau suggested that the Crew have a guest sign-up book at this year’s designated offering so donors could be sent Crew thank you letters and receipts for their donations. President Vicki Edwards will follow up on the guest book idea with Catholic Pastoral Assistant.

E. Church of the Nativity, Burke VA Designated Offering: No word on date yet.

F. Bowl-a-thon (Mar 11): No developments.

G. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11.

H. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 6th 2010 distribution check for $739.41 was received on 24 Aug 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2010 deployment photos still need to be inputting.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: With the potential removal of the Crew from the Offutt Catholic Chapel designated offering list for at least next year and the Crew‘s restricted visibility at the Chapel for interesting future volunteers, a discussion pursued for a possible new “home“ for the Crew. President Vicki Edwards thought we should give the new Catholic Chaplain a chance to adjust his attitude toward the Crew. Finance Director Mark White and Ron Strawn still thought it was good idea to do a Thank You Breakfast to publicize our cause at the Chapel and possibly obtain more local volunteers. The current military deployment demands may be a factor in active duty members not being interested in another week away from their families to build a home. If the Crew tries to affiliate with another church or organization, Mark indicated that we need to first determine what kind of support we are seeking such financial or being a new ministry of the organization. The current economic conditions also make it difficult to become part of another organization already strapped with many projects and reduced revenues.

G. Trailer Switch: The Secretary obtained USAA insurance ($250 Deductible with a partial 6-month premium of $5.61) and registered the trailer in Sarpy County (cost $34.75).

H. 2010 Deployment (3-16 Jun 10): Finish Crew Leader Ken Zeiger provided the drywall mixing drill and was paid $68.99.

I. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): The Construction Director passed around the crew list.

J. Base Liability Insurance Waiver: Since several inquiries to the Base Services Squadron have not yielded an updated status and since this waiver was not requested with this year‘s Private Organization Annual Review/Revalidation, the Secretary recommended that this item be removed from the meeting agenda.

K. Receipts Printing: The Secretary received 400 receipts (without perforations) on 25 Aug 10, for $29.09 from the UPS Store.

L. Plaque Addition: The Secretary re-installing the plaque in Capehart Chapel hallway.

M. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road on 25th Street: Five Crew members volunteered for this local community activity. We will meet at the Capehart Chapel parking lot at 9 AM on Sat, 18 Sep 10.

7. New Business:
A. Private Organization Annual Review/Revalidation: The Secretary submitted this required report to the Base Services Squadron on 19 Aug 10. Requested information included in the report: (1) Board of Directors’ names with email addressees and phone numbers, (2) Bank Statement of 30 Jul 10, (3) Income and Expense Statement from Jul 09 to Jun 10, and (4) Approved Meeting minutes for May and Jul 10.

B. Vice-President Replacement: The Secretary presented outgoing Vice-President Ken Zeiger a Crew hammer in appreciation for his service as Vice-President from Jan 06 to Sep 10. Marcel Moreau volunteered to complete the remainder of the Vice-President’s term, thru 31 Dec 11, and received a Board pro tem appointment. The Secretary has requested the Treasurer to provide the necessary paperwork for changing signature authorities for the bank checking and money market accounts.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:46 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 13 Oct 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

October 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Oct 132010

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

13 October 2010

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 5of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Vicki Edwards
Marcel Moreau
George Ziska, Jr.
Janelle Smith
Mark White
Ron Strawn
Kathi Narlock
Donna Vogt

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 8 September 2010, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following report: Checking account: $9,247.17; Money Market: $31,428.39; Progress on 2011 $42,000 Fundraising Goal: -$1.2%

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: One attendee brought cans.

B. Offutt Open House, Sat, 28 Aug 10: The Secretary picked up the profit share check for $1,542 (3rd highest). Despite Lincoln having an Air Show next year, Offutt will still have an Open House in 2011.

C. Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 10): Donna Vogt has been unable to contact the Outback manager who is now on vacation until 24 Oct 10. The raffle ticket price has been set at $5.00 and ticket selling will again be scheduled at the Harlan Drive No Frills and Twin Creek Baker’s. After contacting the Outback manager, Donna will determine the amount of the 3 raffle prizes, print and distribute tickets and provide info for Secretary to develop an article for the Bellevue Leader. Donna tentatively set the drawing date for Wednesday, 15 Dec 10.

D. Offutt Chapel Designated Offerings: The Chapel Accountant indicated that the Catholic and Protestant designated offerings will be held on Sunday, 13 Feb 11. President Vicki Edwards will follow up with the Chapel Pastoral Assistant on whether a guest book will be allowed at the designated offerings.

E. Church of the Nativity, Burke VA Designated Offering: No word on date yet.

F. Bowl-a-thon (Mar 11): No developments.

G. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11.

H. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The Secretary received a new phone number for past Vice-President Ken Zeiger and will provide rosters at the next meeting for Board members.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 7th 2010 distribution check for $341.72 was received on 21 Sep 10. The President and Secretary attended the 2010 Kick-off Breakfast on 29 Sep 10; however, without display tables, getting the word out on our mission was limited. Also received a check from the United Way of the Capital Area for $111.27 on 4 Oct 11.
C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob had successful rotator cup surgery.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2010 deployment photos have been included in the website. Sarah Edwards, the Webmaster, has developed a Crew Facebook page. President Vicki Edwards will check if there is a link from the website to the Facebook page. Finance Director Mark White indicated that accessing Facebook will require establishing a no-cost Facebook account.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary is having back surgery on 25 Oct 10.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: President Vicki Edwards will check with the Chapel Pastoral Assistant whether the Crew can have a Thank You Breakfast at the Offutt Chapels on Sunday, 14 Nov 10.

G. Trailer Switch: The Secretary indicated that the brake modification to his pick-up for pulling the trailer will cost $265 at Apache Camper and that his pick-up transmission is already cooled externally.

H. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): The Construction Director requested changes to the on-site crew list. Kathi Narlock bowed out as the Assistant Cook.

I. Revised Account Signature Authority: With the change in the Vice-President at the last meeting, the President , Vice-President , Secretary and Treasurer will meet at Great Western Bank, Galvin Road Branch, at 4:45 PM on Thursday, 21 Oct 10. The Treasurer still needs to request paperwork for the Fidelity money market account.

7. New Business: None.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 10 Nov 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

August 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Aug 112010

3. The minutes of the meetings held on 14 July 2010, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith was not present to provide a report.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: Three attendees brought cans.

B. Offutt Open House, Sat, 28 Aug 10: Volunteers reminded of the show time of 0730 for checking into HR Central which is located to the right of the Fire Station gate. Mark will submitted the Crew list of volunteers to MSGT Pawlikk (pawlikk@offutt.af.mil ); however, Kris Woods will replace Kathi Narlock and Paul Loftquist will replace Ron Strawn on the list. The Secretary will bring extra Crew shirts and hats. The Secretary again provided the latest Temporary Food Booth Training Guidelines. The Secretary will provide a signature list of all our volunteers that certifies understanding of the food handling guidelines for posting in the stands. The Thunderbirds are now on the schedule.

C. Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 10): Donna Vogt again volunteered to head up to fundraiser. Donna will be contacting Outback for the amount of certificates to be provided, scheduling the drawing date and getting tickets printed.

D. Offutt Designated Offerings: Catholic and Protestant offerings have not been confirmed.

E. Church of the Nativity, Burke VA Designated Offering: No word on date yet.

F. Bowl-a-thon (Mar 11): No developments.

G. CFC/United Way: Results of 2010 Fall CFC Drive will be available in Mar 11.

H. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 5th 2010 distribution check for $652.89 was received on 23 Jul 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The Secretary provided the 2010 deployment photos to President Vicki Edwards for inputting on the website.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: No new developments.

G. Trailer Switch: The Vice-President Ken Zeiger and Secretary deliver the trailer to Don and Marilyn Galaska’s farm on Thursday, 12 Aug 10. Ken provided a bill of sale to the Secretary with other info on the trailer for re-registrating the trailer in Sarpy County. Ken will provide keys for the trailer doors and tongue lock.

H. 2010 Deployment (3-16 Jun 10): Sister Nancy confirmed that the Taylor Family is living in their new home. Finish Crew Leader Ken Zeiger provided his recipes for diluting the Lumber King stiff compound mix for the drywall finishing and the ceiling texturing and ordered a mixing drill online for $68.99. On 27 Jul 10, Sister Nancy provided an updated breakdown of the Taylor home costs which indicated an additional $350 was needed which the Secretary sent on 3
Aug 10. An updated comparison of 2009/2010 home costs was provided by the Construction Director.

I. 2011 Deployment (2-15 Jun 11): The Construction Director passed around the crew list.

J. Base Liability Insurance Waiver: No new developments.

K. Receipts Printing: The Secretary ordered 400 receipts (without perforations) for about $27 from the UPS Store.

L. Plaque Addition: The addition has been completed by Secretary and will schedule a time for re-installing the plaque in Capehart Chapel.

7. New Business:
A. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road on 25th Street: The activity was scheduled for 9 AM, Sat, 18 Sep 10, at Capehart Chapel.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:46 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 8 Sep 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

July 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

Jul 142010

1. The Meeting was opened by Vice-President Ken Zeiger, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 3 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.
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2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Ken Zeiger George Ziska, Jr. Mark White

3. The minutes of the meetings held on 12 May 2010, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following report to Secretary on our financial status, as of 30 Jun 10: Checking Account: $9,111.34; Money Market: $31,418.91; Progress on 2010 $42,000 Fundraising: 21.1 % (Note: Reduced value due to 2010 deployment expenses.)

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: The Secretary turned in cans on 21 May 10, and received $17.20 (= 40 lb X $0.43 per lb).

B. Offutt Open House, Sat, 28 Aug 10: We now have ten volunteers for receiving one profit share. We will be working in two Michael’s Concessions stands which has a show time of 0730 for checking into HR Central which is located to the right of the Fire Station gate. It is important to check in and out of HR Central, in order to prove the presence of 10 volunteers. Mark will submitting the Crew list of volunteers to MSGT Pawlikk (pawlikk@offutt.af.mil ) by end of this week to meet the 30 Jul 10 deadline. We will be wearing Crew shirts and hats (with no hat a hair net will be required). The Secretary provided the latest Temporary Food Booth Training Guidelines. The Secretary will provide a signature list of all our volunteers that certifies understanding of the food handling guidelines for posting in the stands.

C. 2011 Financial Plan: Based on fundraisers from recent years, Mark presented the plan to raise to raise $42,000 for the 2011 home. The Board approved the plan.

D. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 3rd 2010 distribution check for $810.87 was received on 21 May 10 and the 4th check for $305.70 was received on 17 Jun 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob provided a combined photo CD for the 2010 deployment.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2010 deployment photos need to be inputted.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: No new developments.

G. Trailer Switch: The Secretary indicated that his Ford F150 pick-up, the potential future puller for the trailer, does not have an external transmission cooler but has the pulling capacity of 8,700 lb which exceeds the trailer load of 7,000 lb. H. 2010 Deployment (3-16 Jun 10): Sister Nancy has indicated that all the subcontractor work, including the plumbing, electrical, floor and the septic tank, was completed, as of 6 Jul 10. Still await confirmation that the Taylor Family has moved into their new home. The following items were discussed at the settlement meeting with Sister Nancy on 14 Jun 10: (1) Sister Nancy will research other sources for a dumpster. (2) Sister Nancy will urge the septic tank subcontractor to get started. (3) During a the Finish Phase, the landowner’s brother visited the jobsite and claimed that the land the Taylor home sits on belongs to him. The landowner, Laura Taylor’s grandmother, has surveys that refutes her brother’s claim. Sister Nancy will monitor this situation. (4) Based on expenses provided by Sister Nancy, the Construction Director and the Vice-President signed a money market check for $36,300. With logistics and gifts, the total 2010 deployment costs were just over $40,000 (later corrected to $41,153.89) and close to the total 2009 deployment costs. The Construction Director discussed the following lessons learned for: (1) Kitchen Cabinets: Add ½ inch to the kitchen exterior wall so the stove opening exceeds 30 inches; before cutting, set and mark the two corner countertop sections on the base cabinets and make an allowance for the 45 degree joint to close up some. (2) Joint Compound: Ken Zeiger, the Finish Crew Leader, will: (a) provide his “recipes” for diluting the Lumber King stiff compound mix for the drywall finishing and the ceiling texturing; (b) provide the name, source and recipe for the fast drying joint compound and (c) locate a drill for compound mixing which the Crew will buy. The gifts provided the Taylor Family included: the interior paint, flooring, microwave, quillows and Burke, VA clothes and household goods.

I. Base Liability Insurance Waiver: No new developments.

J. Receipts Printing: Donna Vogt indicated that she does not have good alternative for this form, other than some type of book which we would have to be modify with a cost of $50 to $60 for 500 receipts. The Secretary will check with the UPS Store, as a possible source for this form.

K. Plaque Addition: No new developments.

7. New Business:
A. 2011 Deployment Dates: The Secretary has made St. Joe’s Inn reservations for 2-15 Jun 11, with Hills and Hollers (Jim Cmolik).

B. Based on the 2010 experience, the Secretary proposed a fundraising goal for 2011 of $42,000, which was approved by the Board.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 11 Aug 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

May 2010 Minutes

2010 Minutes, Minutes

May 122010

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.
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2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
Vicki Edwards Ken Zeiger George Ziska, Jr. Janelle Smith Marcel Moreau
Ron Strawn Kathi Narlock

3. The minutes of the meetings held on 14 April 2010, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided a report on our financial status, as of 30 Apr 10: Checking Account: $12,180.72; Money Market: $67,716.90; Progress on 2010 $42,000 Fundraising: 118.5 %.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Since Mark White was not present, the Secretary discussed the following items:
A. Al Can Recycling: One attendee brought cans.

B. Bowl-a-thon: An additional $20.00 was turned in by Kathi Narlock, which makes the final total $1,797.05.

C. Pepsi Refresh Project: The Crew was not in the top ten projects and will not receive the $25,000 award.

D. Offutt Open House, Sat, 28 Aug 10: Currently, we have nine of the ten volunteers needed to receive one profit share. From the 3 May Shares Meeting, the Crew will be assigned to work in two Michael’s Concessions stands which sell various fast food items. We are required to arrive at 0730 and check into HR Central which is located to the right of the Fire Station gate. It is important to check in and out of HR Central, in order to prove the presence of 10 volunteers. The Crew list of volunteers needs to be submitted to MSGT Pawlikk ( pawlikk@offutt.af.mil ) by 30 Jul 10. We will be wearing Crew shirts and hats (with no hat a hair net will be required). No open toed shoes are allowed. Temporary Food Booth Training Guidelines were passing around to volunteers to read. A signature list of all our volunteers that certifies the completion of the food training must be posted in the stands with a copy provided to Pierre Flatowicz of the Services Squadron. Pierre estimated that one profit share would be worth between $1,300 to $1,700, depending on good weather. The profit share will be paid in mid-Sep 10.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes were noted on the roster.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The second 2010 distribution check for $391.25 was received on 23 Apr 10. The Crew has been approved for the 2010 CFC Fall Drive. A check for $116.92 was received from the United Way of the National Capital Area on 1 May 10.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob deleted and added one name to the list of 14 VA volunteers.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary indicated that by using the fabricated steel mud sills, the bottom pole attachment for the pump jack scaffolding is not required. Gary has been discussing his strategy for using the pump jack scaffolding. Gary’s latest email on the use of the scaffolding was provided to Marcel Moreau of the Siding Crew.
F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: No new developments.

G. Trailer Switch: No new developments.

H. 2010 Deployment (3-16 Jun 10): The Construction Director ordered the kitchen cabinets from Lowe’s in Somerset, KY, on 17 Apr 10. President Vicki Edwards has ordered the over-the-stove microwave from Menards. The onsite Crew now has 25 volunteers. The Construction Director and Vice-President will leave on Wed, 2 Jun 10, and will make a mid-point stop in Mt. Vernon, IL. Marcel Moreau and the two cooks will leave on Thurs, 3 Jun 10. The Treasurer needs to receive carpool gas receipts before 30 Jun 10. The Construction Director will bring a router for finishing the kitchen countertop end edges.

I. Crew Shirt Order: On 15 Apr 10, the Secretary pick-up 12 large shirts from C & C Tailor Shop (Beryl Chase) at a total cost of $136.89 ($11.33 per shirt). Current inventory is now 13 large and 8 extra large shirts.

J. Base Liability Insurance Waiver: No new developments.

K. Donor List: The list passed around to find errors and omissions. The Secretary will obtain a document frame for the list and a 5 X 7 matte frame for the family/crew photo and signatures.

7. New Business:
A. Receipts Printing: The Secretary needs to get some more receipts printed and is planning to go to a new source, the UPS Store.

B. Plaque Addition: The Secretary is work a 12-house addition to the Crew plaque which lists the names of all the families helped.

C. Trailer Loading Schedule: Vice-President Ken Zeiger set Tues, 1 Jun 10 for loading the trailer.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM. The next meeting was set for 8 PM, Wed, 14 Jul 10, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

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