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Band Booster Meeting Minutes – March 12, 2007
Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the band room at the high school by Vice President Pam Raffurty. There were 19 present. Those present read the minutes from the previous meeting. Motion, second, and carried to accept the minutes as written. Treasurer’s Report – Lisa Johnson (also see Pageant of Bands/Pie Auction and Conference Band notes)
Students received an individual report of their trip account status on 2/14/07. Mr. Hansen distributed them to every band student (high school). Pageant of Bands/Pie Auction – Thank you to everyone who had a part in any way making the pie auction a great success! That definitely includes those who bought items. The bands performed beautifully, and we were able to raise $4,536.60 (net after paying the auctioneer). This figure includes some additional donations of individuals who were not able to attend the event. We will be hosting a concession stand next year with at least drinks due to the length of the event. (Food items possible, as well.) Conference Band – Thank you to everyone who helped with Conference Band! The concert was very impressive, and the activities of the day were very smooth. We took in $773 in student payments for participation in the event. Expenses were $386.66 for a profit of $386.34. Donations of baked goods and drinks from many people helped make this possible. Correspondence Report – Laura Osborn. Laura circulated a list of everyone who has been sent a Thank You card on behalf of the band program since the first of the school year in an effort to make sure nobody was missed. If you would like to review, please contact Laura. Trash bags – Supply is low and the Spring will typically be a higher demand time. Motion, second, and carried to order 200 additional rolls (minimum order). Carrie Moore will determine the mix of types. Golf Tournament – Kathy Moore. We have 9 hole sponsors and 12 golfers so far (we need 48 golfers for our obligation to the golf course). We anticipate an increase in sign-ups with the weather turning warmer and getting closer to the deadline for registration. We will see $20 profit from each golfer. The Dawg House is working on a logo for shirt sales. We will need donations for water and sodas. Sarah Williams is getting donations of items for the silent auction – good response from a nice variety of businesses. We will ask Meyer Music to supply the green “event shirts” we use at our Invitational for those who will be working at the tournament. Camping lot – The request submitted for the fund raising event in connection with the camping lot donated by Larry and Lou Green was denied by the school administration following discussion with school counsel. Mr. Green will visit with Mr. Rorvig on the obstacles and possible ways to overcome. Please contact Mr. Green for any further activity on this area. Guard/Drumline – All three guard and drumline ensembles are making very strong showings at their competitions thus far. We’re very proud of them! They have two more competitions for the season (Center on 3/24 and Regional Finals in Springfield on 3/31). Good luck to all as they wind up this competitive season! Chicago Trip – We have all the chaperones needed for the Chicago trip, and plans are full-steam ahead! Lynette Vinson will explore options for a pizza outing as well as tickets for Field Museum and Shedd’s Acquarium. Kathy Moore is working on details for Hard Rock Café for one meal. We will be staying at the Doubletree Suites in Downer’s Grove, Illinois. Hotel provides breakfast. The chaperone fee includes group meals, bus, hotel, and tickets to group attractions. There is no charge to enter the performance event. We will depart Thursday morning, May 3, and return Sunday morning, May 6. The goal is to be back at the high school by 8:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Those who are not chaperones but would like to travel with the band should contact Mr. Hansen or Mr. Spayde as soon as possible to determine if there is space. Band Room – The current band room must be vacated by April 1 to accommodate renovations. The new band room will not be ready until after school is out. There is currently not a suitable alternative to house the equipment and provide educational environment for the band during the remaining weeks of school, but Mr. Hansen is working with the administration to determine viable options. Adjournment at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Connie Andrews |