Committee Minutes  T-840,BSA      October 6, 2001

The October meeting of the troop committee was opened at 8 AM by Billy Dillon, Chairman, at Cozby Library, Coppell TX. The minutes were approved as posted on the web page. The treasurer’s report shows a balance of $12,612.70. Chili Supper ticket sales are ahead of last year. Fall Camporee is this coming weekend at Camp Wisdom. We need a truck and driver to pull the equipment trailer since Mrs. Kressmann’s truck needs work. 19 boys have signed up. The drivers’ list will be passed at parents’ meeting Oct 9. We almost didn’t go camping at Turner Falls for lack of drivers and sufficient seat belts. Mark Senior’s Eagle project is today - a food drive benefiting Metrocrest. Sam Hudson has Oct 27 and Nov 10 scheduled for his project workdays.

The December campout will be at Eagles’ Roost on Lake Texoma. Hiking/back packing is the theme. The February 9 campout is at Group Dynamix from 8 PM to 8 AM. This facility is like an indoor COPE course with both aerial and floor activities. A deposit of $13 is due Jan 1 for this event. We need a minimum of 25 Scouts. If we have 50 or more, no other group will be scheduled. Total cost $26.

Mr. Kim reports the tents need care. Some sets need stakes. The trailer needs inventory and reorganization. Mr. Bohn will research the cost of monthly rent for a small storage unit near the church.

A letter from Brian Bloss was read. He suggested donating excess money from the Chili Supper to the American Red Cross for disaster relief in New York City and Washington, DC. Mr. Warrick moved, Mr. Wilt 2nd, that the letter be referred to the committee currently evaluating the allocation of these funds. The letter was then given to Mr. Nawoj.

Advancement - Aaron Lee’s Eagle Court will be Oct 21, 3 PM at Congregation Kol Ami, Flower Mound.

On Oct 20, 2nd Class swimming requirements will be taught by Dr. Lacey and Mr. Wilt, location TBA. Mr. Hohnholt will help target the current Tenderfoot Scouts toward 2nd class.

Mr. Piper reports that the WY treks for Philmont fell through. The Callathon for 2003 is Oct 27. Everyone try to get 2 treks for a total of 20 places. An outside firm is handling this event. Troops will be locked out as soon as they book, so many can call. Popcorn - Annette Ezzell has sales kits on her porch. Orders are due Oct 30, a meeting night. Distribution is Nov 11. Popcorn money is due Nov 27. Prizes will be distributed Dec 4. Mr. Hohnholt moved, Mrs. Warrick 2nd, each Scout’s popcorn earnings will be credited toward his camping account. Motion passed.

In order to increase program content, additional skills demos are proposed. Mr. Wilt will organize a meeting for tomorrow afternoon at his house to discuss this. Chili Supper - Mr. Shyne reports all permits are in. Store sales will be 4 weekends. Scouts made good use of the early sales bonus period, earning many Scout Bucks. Dave Schauf of McCormick is again donating the spices. Mr. Kim will coordinate the two main food purchases. Mr. Applegate has arranged to bring the commercial food processor. The Coke setup will arrive after the driver services the concession stand. McDonalds is the source for orange drink. The orange coolers come with the drink concentrate. Annette Ezzell has the press releases ready to go. We need paper goods inventories from Mr. Bloss and Mr. Gary Smith. The CMSN Band will buy 120 tickets. CMSW is yet unscheduled. CMSE has other plans. Signs go out on October 28. Precook is Oct 28, 2 PM. Web page - The next 6 months are paid. Quick links on the home page go to the troop calendar, Eagle project news and resources, recent up-dates, Chili dinner, and newsletter. A suggested addition to the annual registration form is a signed photo release if we use activity pictures on the web site.

The meeting adjourned at 9:15. Mr. Dillon announced the next meeting will be Nov 3rd.    
Margaret Kressmann, Secretary

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