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General Membership Meeting Minutes

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Meeting called to order by President Dave Price at 10:30a.m.– 78 members were present (quorum of 51 was met).

A motion to approve the Feb. 15, 2024, minutes was made by Mike Bell #978, seconded by Paul Burrier #634. Motion carried.

Joe Faraone reported current club financial data. He also stated department budgets will be put in place to spread costs over the year.

Update from President: Dave reviewed his PowerPoint presentation which included the following items:

  • Thanks to the Social Committee for the successful Chili Cookoff Luncheon on Feb. 15, 2024.
  • Transition of Board Members: Don Mellum, Ken Weaver, Jim Filipiak and Bill Smith were thanked for their service on the Board. First-time new Board members Terry Hurst and Larry Mann were welcomed to the Board.
  • Members were thanked for their donations to the SCW Foundation fundraiser, SCW Library Display case, and SCW Posse 45th Celebration.
  • Safety Manual Review: The Safety Manual prepared by the Club Safety Committee was emailed to all members for review. A few concerns were raised by members and addressed with revisions to the manual including:
    1. Removal of ‘Association’ on pg. 4.
    1. Clarification of footwear in ‘workspace area’ and an exception to the no sandal policy for Rec Center Tour visitors on pg. 4.
    1. Jewelry items, including lanyards for badges, should be kept free from points of operation on pg. 4.

After further questions and discussion from members, Terry Hurst #2678 made a motion to approve the Safety Manual. Rich Barchman #2334 seconded the motion. A voice vote was conducted; all were in favor, except one member who opposed the approval. The Safety Manual was approved.

  • Security Camera system: 7 cameras are installed; 6 are ready to be installed.
  • A Suggestion Box has been created at the Monitor Desk for member ideas and recommendations.
  • Safety and equipment reminders were shared with the membership.
  • Membership Facts and Figures: Club data from January 1st to date: 34 New Members; 516 active members; 22 Class Instructors; 2 first-time Board Members; 60 members on average use the club on a daily basis; Longest serving member joined on 12/17/1992.

Dave concluded his presentation by expressing his thanks to the Board and all club members for their support during his tenure (since Oct. 2022) as this was his last meeting as Club President. He wished the new Board all the best and concluded the meeting.

A motion to adjourn the meeting at 11:05am was made by Mike Bell #978, seconded by Terry Griffith #1675, all were in favor.

Submitted by Wendi Boos, Secretary
March 26, 2024

General Membership Minutes – Thursday, March 21, 2024
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