Appalachian Construction Crew, Inc.

Minutes of Board Meeting
9 April 2008

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 Ron Strawn
Donna Vogt Marcel Moreau Debbe Moreau

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 12 March 2008, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 31 Mar 08: Great Western Checking: $10,156.08; Fidelity Money Market: $51,666.14; Progress on 2008 $35,000 goal: 123.2%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White was not present but the following items were discussed:
A. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $1,000: No new developments. A bank decision is expected by 1 May 08.

B. Bowl-a-thon, 1 Mar 08: A new record total of $1,841.50 in donations was collected.

C. Al Can Recycling: Four (4) attendees bought cans.

D. Rosenblatt Concession Stand (Wed, 23 Apr & Tues, 13 May 08): Due to cold weather, the 1 Apr game was moved to 23 Apr. Vice-President Ken Zeiger volunteered to lead the effort on 23 Apr and will contact Centerplate (Andy at 733-0733) to try to secure Stand 10 for this game. Four volunteers were identified for the 23 Apr game but at least one more will be needed.

E. Offutt Catholic Chapel Bulletin Ad: The Secretary sent our approval of the ad proof on 7 Apr 08. Note: Ad will run from 20 Apr 08 to 12 Apr 09.

F. 2009 Financial Plan Philosophy: An recent email from Finance Director Mark White indicated more reliance on donations, grants and raffles rather than working concession stands which require a lot of effort for minimal yield. Most of the Board members expressed the benefits of working for some the needed funds. Our discussion will continue at the next meeting.

G. KY Sponsor: Wal-Mart, Somerset, KY (2009 Plan): President Vicki Edwards will make contact with the store during our June deployment to explain our cause and get the necessary paperwork to apply for a grant.

H. Offutt Airshow, Sat-Sun, 16-17 Aug 08: The Secretary requested to work on Sat for one share (10 volunteers). No word yet on our request or an organizatioanal meeting date.

I. Other Ideas: Ron Strawn raised the possibility of the Crew participating in the Offutt AFB “tattoo” activities prior to this year’s Airshow. More details are needed.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The amount of the 2008 CFC distribution is $4,038.63 and the first distribution check for $254.90 was received on 22 Mar 08. The Secretary sent out 6 requested acknowledgement letters to CFC donors. The 2008 CFC application has submitted on 1 Apr 08.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): VA is conducting a clothing drive for the Rollins Family. Sister Nancy has provided clothing sizes.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2008 annual report to donors info has been entered on the site.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): With one drop out from the Siding Crew, Gary has added his son, Bill, to the Siding Crew. Ed Donohoe will be picking up Gary, Corey and Bill at the Knoxville Airport on his way from MS to KY.

F. 2008 Deployment (5-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director is still working on the Rollins’ home floor plan and will now use Lowe’s kitchen cabinets. Ron Kuyat of Lowe’s in Somerset, KY (606-679-5656), is proposing that we use different cabinets (Richwood Lite) which are better quality but still economical. Construction Director has faxed the cabinet plan and material list for Ron to modify the list for the new cabinets. The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list and carpool plan. The Construction Director is trying to talk to Rick Stephens, the KY plumber, about the plumbing rough-in work on the Rollins home. Vice-President Ken Zeiger will be adding a top ladder rack (at approx. cost of $360) and interior shelves to the deployment trailer. Household goods gifts from NE for the Rollins Family include a used electric stove, quillows for the two grandchildren and a special gift from Mrs. Hye Yong Watson ($282). President and Head Cook Vicki Edwards reported that most of the meat has been purchased for the deployment. Vicki requested that the Crew consider buying a small chest freezer to be used for the food buying run-up to the 2009 deployment.

G. IRS Forms: The Secretary sent IRS Form 990EZ on 3 Apr 08. Other necessary forms were included in the 2008 CFC application.

H. Boy Scout Placemat Ad: President Vicki Edwards reported that Kathi Narlock has completed the ad and will provided to the Boy Scouts for their pancake breakfast.

I. Special Donor List: The Secretary passed around the donor list to be given to the Rollins Family for corrections and additions.

J. Adopt-A-Road: Due to predicted bad weather this weekend, volunteers agreed to change the date for the trash pick-up on 25th Street between Capehart Road and Highway 370 to Sat, 26 Apr 08, at 8 AM.

K. Great Western Bank Signing Authority Form: The Board approved a resolution that the President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer have signing authority on checks written against our Great Western Bank Account.

7. New Business:
A. Receipts: The Secretary received reimbursement of $18.94 for eighty (80) duplicate receipts printed at Enroute.

B. Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary encouraged attendees to take some of the 2008 report for use in promoting our cause.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 14 May 08, at 9803 S. 21st Circle. The Secretary noted that due our deployment, the June meeting will be held a week early.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

12 March 2008

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
George Ziska, Jr.
Janelle Smith
Mark White
Ron Strawn
Kathleen Narlock
Ed Donohoe
Donna Vogt

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 13 February 2008, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 29 Feb 08: Great Western Checking: $2,352.20; Fidelity Money Market: $24,565.39; Progress on 2008 $35,000 goal: 14.9%. With the deposit of the Church of Nativity and the Offutt AFB Chapel donations in March, the Treasurer indicated that we are now at 105.8% of our goal.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:
A. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $1,000: No new developments. A bank decision is expected by 1 May 08.

B. KY Sponsor: Wal-Mart, Somerset, KY: This effort will be moved to the 2009 Financial Plan. President Vicki Edwards will make contact with the store during our June deployment to explain our cause and get the necessary paperwork to apply for a grant.

C. Bowl-a-thon, 1 Mar 08: A total of $1,806.50 in donations was collected at the meeting with some an additional $35.00 in donations still outstanding.

D. Al Can Recycling: The Secretary turned in 40 lbs. of cans on 18 Feb 08, and received $20.00 for our cause. One attendee brought cans to the meeting.

E. Rosenblatt Concession Stand (Tues, 1 Apr & Tues, 13 May 08): Six volunteers are signed up for the 1 Apr game and we will be working Stand No. 10 with a show time of 3:30 PM. An email reminder will be sent to the 1 Apr volunteers. We have 3 volunteers signed up for the 13 May game and still need 3 more.

F. Offutt Airshow, Sat-Sun, 16-17 Aug 08: Per consensus at the meeting, the Secretary will send an email to the Services Squadron (Pierre F.) requesting that we work on Sat.

G. Offutt Catholic Chapel Bulletin Ad: The Secretary contacted Bill Conroy of Liturgical Publications (1-800-678-4574, Ext. 210; wconroy@4PLi.com ) who indicated that a one block ad on the back of the bulletin would have an annual cost of $292.50 (reduced from $325.00). The Board was in agreement to proceed with the ad for one year. Kathi Narlock will put the ad together to include the following:
Appalachian Construction Crew, Inc.
Over 20 years, building homes for the needy
For more info or to donate to the Crew,
call 292-5274 or visit our website at:
http://accrew.org
“We Build Because You Care”

H. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: Rachel Gillespie of the CFC, indicated that the shrinkage of $511.42 (over 12% of the initial distribution amount of $4,127.56) from the 2007 distribution was correct. The amount of the 2008 CFC distribution is still unknown. The 2008 CFC application has been received and is due on 7 Apr 08. The United Way of Midlands has indicated that the Crew has qualified for the Donor Designation Program for next five years. The amount of the donations from the 2007 United Way Drive is pending.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): A check for $26,853.99 from the Jan collection at the Church of the Nativity in Burke, VA, was received on 29 Feb 08.

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

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary and Corey will be flying into Knoxville, TN, and will need to be picked up on Thur, 5 Jun 08. Ed Donohoe offered to pick Gary and Corey on his way from MS to KY.

F. 2008 Offutt Chapel Designated Offering, 9-10 Feb 08: A check from the Catholic Chapel for $2,977.77 and a check from the Protestant Chapel for $2,563.21 were received on 28 Feb 08.

G. Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary had 200 copies printed at a cost of $25.15 and was reimbursed by the Treasurer.

H. 2008 Deployment (5-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director is still working on the Rollins’ home floor plan and trying to incorporate the kitchen cabinets from Rollins’ existing home which have no corner units. The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list and carpool plan. Grover and Mary’s grandchildren are Courtney 9 and Damon 7. Contrary to previous reports, the septic tank of the existing home still needs to be inspected for use by the new home. Sister Nancy is planning to hire, Rick Stephens, the KY plumber who work on the 2007 Bledsoe home. Grover Rollins has obtained the homeowner electrical permit which will allow our Utilities Crew to work with the homeowner on the electrical work.

I. IRS Forms: The Treasurer has the necessary 2007 forms for the 2008 CFC application and the IRS.

J. Boy Scout Placemat Ad: Kathi Narlock will pattern this ad after the above mentioned Catholic bulletin ad.

K. Donor List: The Secretary passed around the donor list to be given to the Rollins Family for corrections and additions.

L. Adopt-A-Road: Volunteers were requested for the trash pick-up on 25th Street between Capehart Road and Highway 370 on Sat, 12 Apr 08, at 9 AM.

M. Great Western Bank Signing Authority Form: An effort to get Vice-President Ken Zeiger to sign this form while on vacation in TX, appears to have failed with the form now lost in the mail. Another form will be completed at the next meeting when the Vice-President returns.

7. New Business:
A. Minimum Checking Account Balance: The Secretary requested that the Treasurer leave at least $8,000 in the checking account for the deployment to cover the carpool gas, lodging, Bellevue and KY small material purchases, food and the remaining approved equipment purchases.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 9 Apr 08, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

9 January 2008

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 8:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 3 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board existed.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
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Vicki Edwards
George Ziska, Jr.
Janelle Smith
Ron Strawn
Donna Vogt
Ed Donohoe
Debbe Moreau
Marcel Moreau
Kathleen Narlock

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 12 December 2007, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 31 Dec 07: Great Western Checking: $1,847.79; Fidelity Money Market: $21,912.69; Progress on 2008 $35,000 goal: 8.1%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White was not present but the following items were discussed:

• A. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $500: Mark will discuss with the Secretary next week.
• B. KY Sponsor: Wal-Mart: The Wal-Mart in Somerset, KY, has not been contacted yet.
• C. Bowl-a-thon, Mar 08: Ron Strawn indicated that Sharon is planning this event for Sat, 15 Mar 08.
• D. Al Can Recycling: $3.00 was received for 6 pounds of cans turned in on 18 Dec 07. Two attendees brought cans.
• E. Local Sponsor: St. Columbkile Church “Reruns R Fun” Grant (Trish Bloomquist 291-1468 & Anna Sortino 339-4049): Check for $2,000 was received on 13 Dec 07. The Secretary sent thank you letters to Trish and Anna.
• F. Rosenblatt Concession Stand: Ed Donohoe indicated that NU vs. Creighton baseball games will be on 1 Apr and 13 May 08. More details will provided at the next meeting.
• G. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:

• A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.
• B. Combined Federal Campaign: A 2007 distribution check for $414.36 was received on 19 Dec 07. Also a check for $74.09 was received from the United Way of the Capital Area on 21 Dec 07.
• C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): The collection for the Crew at the Church of the Nativity of Burke, VA, is set for the weekend of 12-13 Jan 08. The Secretary provided Bob a history of donations from VA since 2000. Bob was also provided the crew list and the improvements for the roof design.
• D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): President Vicki Edwards was provided a $15 check to reimburse Sarah Edwards for the annual cost of the website address. The Treasurer provided our Great Western checking account routing and account numbers for allowing donations on the website.
• E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): The Secretary provided Gary with the deployment dates so he can arrange for flights.
• F. 2008 Offutt Chapel Designated Offering, 9-10 Feb 08: The offering will be held at all Catholic Masses and the 9 and 11 AM Protestant services.
• G. 2008 Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary still needs to work up a draft report.
• H. 2008 Deployment (4-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list, carpool plan and berthing plan.
• I. Change Crew Banner: The Secretary presented a Rapid Graphics and Signs bill for changing “Offutt AFB” to Bellevue on the banner for $26.75 ($25.00 plus sales tax).

7. New Business:

• A. United Way of Midlands: The Secretary has received a request for information so one or more donors can contribute through the United Way. The submission deadline is 18 Jan 08.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 13 Feb 08, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

14 November 2007

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.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included: <!–break–>
Vicki Edwards
Ken Zeiger
George Ziska, Jr.
Janelle Smith
Ron Strawn
Marcel Moreau
Donna Vogt
Kathi Narlock

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 10 October 2007, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status as of 31 Oct 07: Great Western Checking: $1,661.86; Fidelity Money Market: $21,757.55; Progress on 2008 Fundraising Goal: 8.0%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White was out-of-town, so the Secretary provided the following status:
A. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $500: The next deadline for this request is 1 Feb 08. No new developments to report.

B. Outback Raffle: The raffle brought in donations totaling $1,127.05, compared to $1,263.00 in 2006. The results from drawing on 17 Oct 07, were: 1st Prize: Ivonne Wittig; 2nd Prize: Richard Borkevec; 3rd Prize: Susan Schnelker. The Bellevue Leader of 24 Oct 07, included to a photo and caption on the drawing. The Secretary sent a thank you letter to Tom Powell, the Outback manager. Donna Vogt volunteered to head up the raffle in 2008. For lessons learned, Donna suggested that we sell raffle tickets on the two weekends before the drawing and that two different locations be tried rather than the Bellevue Wal-Mart.

C. Wal-Mart Donation: President Vicki Edwards suggested that we contact the Wal-Mart near our work site such as the store in Somerset, KY.

D. Bowl-a-thon, Mar 08: Ron Strawn indicated that Sharon would head up this event again this year.

E. Al Can Recycling: Two attendees brought cans.

F. St. Columbkile Church “Reruns R Fun” Grant (Trish 291-1468): Based on the Trish’s initial offer made to Vice-President Ken Zeiger and Marcel Moreau at Wal-Mart on 14 Oct 07, the Secretary provided Trish with all requested information, including the Crew’s address, phone number and our IRS 501(c)(3) FEN for a promised grant of $1,000. During a follow-up call on 4 Nov 07, Trish indicated that the grant would be increased to $1,500, because of her many volunteer hours at the “Reruns R Fun” garage sale events. Trish indicated that no additional information is needed from the Crew and she would check on the issuance of the grant check.

G. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: A 2007 distribution check for $176.12 was received on 18 Oct 07. The Secretary indicated that he received an inquiry from an OPPD employee and Offutt Chapel parishioner who wants to give to the Crew through the United Way of Midlands.
C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob indicated that the collection for the Crew at the Church of the Nativity of Burke, VA, would be held on 12-13 Jan 08.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew (new)): Webmaster Sarah Edwards has changed the website address.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary reported a new mailing address and home phone number.

F. 2007 Deployment, 7-20 Jun 07: The Construction Director is still trying to get Sister Nancy to agree on the correct amount of the gift money of $3,722 for the Bledsoe Family.

G. 2008 Offutt Chapel Designated Offering, 9-10 Feb 08: At the last Offutt Catholic Parish Council Meeting, the Secretary was told that the free pancake breakfast on Sun, 3 Feb 08, a week before the designated offering, was a “conflict of interest,” according to the Legal Office and the Wing Chaplain, and could not be held. They prefer a free breakfast as a “thank you” event in Jun 08, after we return from our deployment. Father Dennis DeGuzman said we could do an announcement on the designated offering at the Masses on 3 Feb 08; however, the announcement must be submitted for review. The Secretary speculated that the announcement will be subject to review by not only Father Dennis but also the Wing Chaplain and Legal Office. Regulations require that the designated offering be announced at the Chapels two weeks before the offering.

H. 2008 Annual Report to Donors: The Secretary will be updating this report for handouts by Feb 08. A reduced number of handouts will be ordered this year.

I. 2008 Deployment (4-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list. Vice-President Ken Zeiger presented bills to the Treasurer for the deployment trailer registration and insurance and a palm nailer. Vice-President Ken Zeiger proposed a revised method for ceiling texturing which would apply diluted joint compound with a ¾-inch paint roller and a double ceiling brush.

J. Board Election, Wed, 12 Dec 07: All Board incumbents volunteered for another two-year term, from 1 Jan 08 thru 31 Dec 09. The following slate of officers was presented: President: Vicki Edwards; Vice-President: Ken Zeiger; Secretary: George Ziska, Jr.; Treasurer: Janelle Smith; Finance Director: Mark White; Construction Director: George Ziska, Jr.

7. New Business:
A. Change Crew Banner: The Secretary indicated that the banner needs to change “Offutt AFB” to Bellevue. The Board requested that the Secretary get an estimate for a new banner.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 12 Dec 07, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

12 September 2007

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards at 8:05 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 5 of 5 directors present, quorum of the Board existed.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included: <!–break–>
Vicki Edwards Ken Zeiger George Ziska, Jr. Janelle Smith Mark White
Ron Strawn Ed Donohoe Marcel Moreau

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 8 August 2007, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status: Great Western Checking: $6,415.98; Fidelity Money Market: $14,634.30; Progress on 2008 Fundraising Goal: 3.9%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White provided the following status:
A. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $500: Still working on how to modify the request to increase the chances for a possible positive response.

B. Service One: Mark will follow up with John Churchill (597-2175) on possible monetary donation.

C. Outback Raffle: Tom Powell, the Outback manager, has agreed again to provide thirteen (13) $20 gift certificates as raffle prizes but he wants these gifts to be publicized. The following three raffle prizes will be offered: 1st: $140; 2nd: $60; 3rd: $60. After details were discussed and agreed upon, Mark will be printing raffle tickets for $5.00 each. Both entrances of the Bellevue Wal-Mart have been reserved for the weekend of 13-14 Oct 07, for selling raffle tickets. The drawing will be held on Wed, 17 Oct 07 at the Bellevue Outback Steakhouse. To publicize the raffle gifts, the Crew will include an acknowledgement of Outback’s support on our website and look into to getting an ad or photo of the drawing in the Bellevue Leader.

D. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: A 2007 distribution check for $287.14 was received on 22 Aug 07. With the CFC Kick-off Breakfast set for Tues, 25 Sep 07, at the Bellevue Public Schools Lied Activity Center, the Secretary will request to reserve an agency table. President Vicki Edwards, the Secretary and Ed Donohoe volunteered to attend the breakfast. Note our CFC No. has changed to 61342.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob will send the article on the 2007 deployment from the Arlington, VA Catholic Herald.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.middypuppy.com/acc ): The photos still need to be updated with the 2007 photo CD.

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

F. 2007 Deployment, 7-20 Jun 07: Sister Nancy Sutton reported that both families are now living in their new homes. After all bills are received, Sister will provided a financial report on both homes.

G. 2008 Offutt Chapel Designated Offering: The Catholic Parish Council has voted to give the Crew a designated offering. Indications from the Protestant Parish Council are that the 0900 and 1100 services will be providing a designated offering with final approval by Chaplain Sather still required. A tentative date for the Protestant designated offering is Sunday, 10 Feb 08. The Secretary is trying to coordinate the same date for the Catholic offering so a free pancake breakfast can be held on Sunday, 3 Feb 08.

H. 2008 Deployment (4-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list. The Vice-President’s suggestion to purchase a palm nailer was approved by the Board.

I. Board Election, Wed, 12 Dec 07: The Secretary reminded those present of the upcoming Board election for 2-year terms from 1 Jan 08 to 31 Dec 09.

J. Adopt-A-Road: Due to conflicts in the schedules of the volunteers, the date for picking up trash along 25th Street, between Capehart Road and Highway 370 was changed to Sat, 29 Sep 07. Work will start at 9 AM.

7. New Business:
A. Donated Electric Stove: The neighbor of the Secretary has donated an used, self-cleaning electric stove which will be hauled to KY, next June for possible use of the selected family or another family.

B. Roof Design Improvements: The Construction Director is working on improving the house roof lateral support with permanently installing the metal 2-foot spacers and diagonal top scraps on the roof trusses. Also the roof sheathing may be changed to a stronger material.

C. Memorials for Lillian Schwartz: The Secretary reported receiving a call from the family of Lillian Schwartz who recently died from a battle with cancer and who was a longtime Crew supporter. Memorials in Lillian’s name will be given to the Crew.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 9:03 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 10 Oct 07, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary

August 2007 Minutes

8 August 2007

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, quorum of the Board existed.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:
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Vicki Edwards Ken Zeiger George Ziska, Jr. Mark White Ron Strawn
Ed Donohoe Rich Cech

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 11 July 2007, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary provided the following status from a report provided by Treasurer Janelle Smith: Great Western Checking: $5,395.56; Fidelity Money Market: $14,571.96; Progress on 2008 Fundraising Goal: 3.3%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White provided the following status:
A. Civic Auditorium/Rosenblatt Concessions:
a. Omaha Royals game on 3 Jul 07: Total sales of $6,077.25 ($5,900.00 in cash rec’d), tips of $7.50 with an attendance of over 21,000. Centerplate check for $527.01 was received on 12 Jul 07.

B. Wells Fargo Bank Grant Request for $7,000: Wells Fargo Bank’s negative response was received on 6 Aug 07. After getting additional background, a new request for $500 is planned.

C. Service One: In a Secretary’s call to John Churchill (597-2175) on 16 Apr 07, a monetary donation was promised. A follow up effort will still be made on this promise..

D. 2008 Financial Plan: A plan was provided that relies on the VA Connection to raise $25,000 and NE to raise $10,000. The next major fundraiser is the Outback Raffle.

E. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:
A. Update of Membership Roster: The roster was passed around for updating.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: A 2007 distribution check for $436.51 was received on 21 Jul 07.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob provided a consolidated photo CD of the 2007 deployment.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.middypuppy.com/acc ): The Secretary gave the 2007 consolidated photo CD to the President which will be provided to Webmaster Sarah Edwards for updating the website photos.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary and Corey are planning to fly to the deployment in 2008 and rent a car but will not be charging the Crew. Gary will be make arrangements with others for getting needed tools, for example, the saw for cutting the siding will be coming from VA (Tim Coe). Gary requested that, in addition to the two 7-ft Al scaffolding planks, that the Crew purchased one expandable (8 to 13-ft) Al plank for use on the house ends. The Board approved the expandable plank purchase ($176 at Home Depot).

F. 2007 Deployment, 7-20 Jun 07: Sister Nancy Sutton reported that underground electrical and water connections are being worked on the Higginbotham’s home but rock is being encountered. Painting and kitchen cabinets are proceeding on the Bledsoe’s home and electric cook stove has been purchased.

G. 2008 Offutt Chapel Designated Offering: No new developments.

H. 2008 Deployment (4-18 Jun 08): The Construction Director passed around the onsite crew list.

I. Board Election, Wed, 12 Dec 07: The Secretary reminded those present of the upcoming Board election for 2-year terms from 1 Jan 08 to 31 Dec 09.

7. New Business:
A. Adopt-A-Road, Sat, 15 Sep 07: Volunteers were requested for picking up trash along 25th Street, between Capehart Road and Highway 370. Work will start at 9 AM.

B. Publicity for 2007 Deployment: The Secretary indicated that he was interviewed by the Arlington, VA Catholic Diocese newspaper for an article on the Burke VA, Knights of Columbus work with the Crew. The Secretary requested ideas on possible publicity here.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for 8 PM, Wed, 12 Sep 07, at 9803 S. 21st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.
Secretary