SoAR Meeting Minutes

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		Meeting was held August 28, 1999 at the Hobbytown/Kennesaw SoAR Members Attending: There were 14 active members present at the meeting. They included: Harry Holmes, Joshua Holmes, Doyle Tatum, Dan & Martie Hamilton, Steve Bellio, Roger Sligar, Jim Skeen, Dennis Whidby, Mark Mathis, Philip Doolittle, Dave Fountain, Hunter Johnson Jr., and Dale Windsor. Opening: The meeting was called to order by President Doyle Tatum at approximately 3:10pm. The minutes of the June meeting were read by Secretary Jim Skeen. They were approved as read. Treasurer Harry Holmes reported that the club was very financially solvent and that $300.00 had been sent to NAR HQ for 1/2 of the NSL profit. Non Email Members: Secretary Skeen reported that a format of sending notices to non Email members was in place. “Labels” are created and attached to the back of postcards, with the front containing postage and the address label. Works very easily. Contest Committee Report: Steve Bellio gave a report on SoM-5 to be held in Perry in September. Roger Sligar will be the Contest Director, with Dale and Steve also running the event. Dale stated that at other events in the past, if you are entered in the event, you should “work” the event. Awareness Program: Vice President Hamilton reported that John Hillyer mentored 8 Scouts at GEAC. Also, the demo at B & B Hobbies resulted in 1 member renewal and 3 new memberships. Treasurer Holmes reported on a CAP cadet presentation at McCollum Field (Kennesaw). These cadets are 12 - 18 years old and there were approximately 40 people at the meeting. Of that, approximately 15 showed interest in SoM-5. It was agreed to wave flight fees for these cadets if they showed up in Perry. Harry also mentioned the club expended about $31 in materials for the presentation. The next demo is for October 9th at Hobbytown in Kennesaw. Classic Certificates: President Tatum displayed the “Classic Certificates” and presented the 1998 Certificate to Bill and Pat Murray of Hobbytown. Team Work Awards: President Tatum presented the first time ever “Team Work Awards” to the following members: Harry / Susan / Joshua Holmes, Steve Bellio and Roger Sligar. Member Profiles: President Tatum stated that ALL members should submit a “member profile” via the Web site page. 2000 Launch Schedule: The members present agreed to the following 2000 launch schedule: In Cartersville: January 16, February 13, April 9, May 14 (Classic), June 11, August 13, October 8, November 12 (Quadrathon). In addition, Perry launches would be: March 18 and 19 (Mick Meet 2000), and Sept. 16 and 17 (SoM-6). There would be no July launch since LDRS is to be held in Orangeburg, S.C. and President Tatum urged all members to attend. The December launch was once again OFF the schedule due to the Holidays. SoAR / TARA Merger: Philip Doolittle reported on the joint “Alliance Committee” for the area clubs. TARA rejected an outright “merger” of the clubs, but proposed and passed a motion to create an “Alliance Committee” to coordinate the area club’s activities. SoM-5 Status: Dale Windsor stated that at SoM-5, the range head would be setup the same as at NSL. There would also be a separate “contest” range area. Also, 1 or 2 tents would be needed / used for contest registration / judging. Low Power Range @ LDRS: Dale Windsor also stated that Tripoli National was looking to setup a Low Power range at the 2000 LDRS in Orangeburg. There is a need for equipment / help for this venture. President Tatum stated he felt the club should not formally provide any launch equipment, but stated that some members may very well be interested in helping with range duties in Orangeburg. Harry Holmes’ Retirement: Treasurer Holmes told the membership he would not run again for club treasurer. Reasons stated were his work duties and advancing “maturity”. He also stated that he would be unable to pull the club trailer after the end of the year. President Tatum accepted Harry’s resignation and appointed him “SoAR / Rocketry Awareness Chairman” for the club. New Launch Field Search: Discussion was held concerning the search for a new launch site. President Tatum stated the club needs to 1) Write up specifications for a launch site, and 2) Write up a Request-for-Proposal (RFP) to present to possible hosts. This will be taken on by the Board. New Trailer Discussion: Discussion was held on the possibility of obtaining a new club trailer with income from this years raffle. We would be looking for something on the order of a 6 x 8 size (Doyle’s). Closing: The meeting finished around 4:45 p.m. after which, Roger Sligar gave a presentation on Altimeter operation.