Booster Club Meeting - February 19, 2008

 
  Rescheduled from February 12, 2008  
     
   
     
     
 
Key Info
Date: Tuesday, 2/19/08
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Place: Band Hall
 
     
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Meeting Minutes


Buc Band Booster Club

Meeting Minutes

 February 12, 2007

Welcome – Gerald Roznovsky – opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Band Director Reports

·   Mr. Koch –

1.       Solo & Ensemble results were excellent with 163 making 1’s.

2.      8 students made state

3.      Spoke to drill arranger at TMEA about next year’s show & hired new drill writer - Kevin Nix.

4.      Also, wanted to mention the “Thank You” from the Snells, for a great Disney trip.

5.      Colorguard – just found out that Brazosport hired a Colorguard director about 2 weeks ago.  Mr. Koch spoke to Mr. Snell who apparently thought some paperwork was missing. We should be able to hire Kim Salazar next week.

·         Mr. Casey –

1.      No report

·         Ms. Walden -

1.      No report

Secretary MinutesJackie Hicks

·      No corrections to the minutes were suggested.

Treasurer Report Robin Wise

·      Robin reported that the checkbook balance is currently $58,325.14.   

Committee Reports

·         First Vice President – Sunny Henry

1.       No report

·         Second Vice President – Keith Wise

1.        No report

·         Spirit Support – Frances Socha

1.        No report

·         Public Relations – Mark Abel

1.       Still have merchandise to sell

·         Auxiliary – Rhonda Kuharski

1.        No report

Old Business

·         Disney Trip Summary – Jim Koch, Brian Casey

1.      Mr. Koch reported that everyone had a great time.  The band received lots of compliments on their performance and behavior.  Mr. Koch expressed his thanks to parents for their support – both those that chaperoned and those that attended.

·         Chili Supper Report – Debra Perry

1.      Debra Perry reported that the net profit was $13,048.00. 

2.      Had lots of great help from parents and kids. The guys that did the cooking were awesome.

3.      Learned a few new things - more cornbread was needed along with additional dishwashers.  Also a “to-go” line would help speed things up.

4.      Had a good turn-out and profit.  Thanks to everyone for the teamwork and support. Will look forward to doing it again next year.

·         UIL Solo and Ensemble Report – Kaelyn Koch 

1.       Jim thanked the parent’s for their support with working and preparing desserts on behalf of Kaelyn.

2.      Estimated profit was 1,500.00, about 20% less than last year, but participation was down also.

·         Silent Auction – Susan Campbell

1.      Thanks to all those who helped and donated items.  Made about $3,200.00.

·      Toyota Center Fundraiser – Keith Wise

1.       Will send E-mail out looking for anyone who wants to work for the band general fund or Colorguard dues.

·         By-Law Committee –  Recommendation and Vote

1.       After discussion, there was a suggested change on Standing Rule #11 about fundraisers. Want to change language to exclude Directors from needing board approval. Susan pointed out that the by-laws affect the booster club, not the band. Robin mentioned that if changes are made, the vote can’t be done for 30 days. Mrs. Funk moved to accept the above change, Susan seconded.  The motion was to change Standing Rule #11 to read:

“With the exception of a Band Director or a BISD initiated fundraiser, all fundraising activities associated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club or any group affiliated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club must be reviewed and approved by the Board prior to the start of any fundraising activity.”

2.      Much discussion followed about the changes to the by-laws on the issue of Board Members - especially removing Color guard rep from the board to a non-voting committee member. Lots of concern that without a voting member the Colorguard will not be well represented. Mr Koch explained that with the hiring of a new Colorguard director, that person will be responsible for many of the duties which previously fell to a volunteer Booster Club member. It would be better for all money to go through the new director, and Ms. Walden will serve as a backup.  Jeff explained that the change was made not to exclude, but was supposed to strengthen the colorguard by having a director on the board and the added benefit of the non-standing committee to support the director.  Further questions about removing hospitality and colorguard from board, but adding Capital Improvement. Jeff explained that the committee looked at not just whether the budget changed year by year, but also the year long responsibilities involved.  A vote was called on above motion “With the exception of a Band Director or a BISD initiated fundraiser, all fundraising activities associated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club or any group affiliated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club must be reviewed and approved by the Board prior to the start of any fundraising activity.” -motion failed with 19 for, 28 against. 

3.      Shane Pirtle made a motion to approve the proposed by-laws as they stand. David McKelroy seconded. Motion carried with 32 for and 10 against.

 

To view the new by-laws, go HERE.

 

4.      David Mckelroy moved to propose an amendment to Standing Rule #11 in the newly approved By-Laws and Standing Rules as previously mentioned. Mike Morris seconded. Motion carried. Booster Club will vote on proposed amendment next month.  The proposed Standing Rule #11 reads, “With the exception of a Band Director or a BISD initiated fundraiser, all fundraising activities associated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club or any group affiliated with the Brazoswood Band Booster Club must be reviewed and approved by the Board prior to the start of any fundraising activity.”

New Business

·         Election Committee – Proposed Slate of Officers – Sam Henry

1.      Position responsibility will be on the website by Wednesday or Thursday.  Responsibilities did not change whether the position is non-standing or board member.  Nominations will be accepted now through the next meeting for new officers.  Voting will occur at April meeting.

·         Band Banquet – Beth Dauer

1.      Banquet is set for May 16th at the Civic Center.  Audrey Perez’s daughter is in the Belle’s now but has agreed to share the responsibilities.  Decorating sign up sheet was available for volunteers.  Decorating committee will meet soon to begin planning.

·         Miscellaneous

1.      Patti Roznovsky - Mr. Ripple was noted as saying at a recent meeting that a new Fine Arts facility needs to be a priority for the school district.  Patti encouraged parents to keep up their presence at School Board meetings.

Calendar

·         February 16 - TMEA State Contests – San Antonio

·         February 26 – Percussion Concert, 7:30

Next Booster Club Meeting will be:  March 11 at 7:30 pm

Next Board Meeting will be:  February 25 at 5:30 pm

Adjournment at 9:10 p.m.

 

 

 
     
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