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Chapter Meeting Minutes
February 25, 2008
Opened at 7:10 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.Bill Greenberg handed out some Airport Watch info.
The question was raised on how to renew your airport ID badge. The answer is to go to the MAC web site and fill out a form.
Airport manager Don McPherson gave a report starting with snow plowing. Tree cutting may start this week, weather permitting. Sumps around the new windsock have been removed. The March airport NOTAM will include dinner fly outs. A finders fee is offered for new business brought into the airport.
John Murray is a flight instructor who will now be operating from 6B6. He gave an introduction about himself, including his extensive background and ability to instruct for most ratings; he specializes in the instrument rating and has worked for PIC. He can be contacted at jbm_flight@hotmail.com
FAA safety seminars will be held at 6B6 again in the coming months.
Also a reminder was given about the upcoming New England Aviation Expo.
The meeting was closed at 7:45 p.m.
January 28, 2008
Opened at 7:12 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.It was discussed whether we should continue to try and hold Young Eagle winter events. The decision was to restart in April with our normal morning rallies. During winter, if necessary, one on one flights can be set up with individual pilots.
The treasurer's report was given.
Speakers are needed for the coming year. Several suggestions were made by the members.
A discussing on visiting Alton Bay was held, but it was not sure if the runway was open.
We momentarily dimmed the lights to behold the new lighted windsock across the darkened runway.
Don McPherson gave us an annual report on the airport, including upgrades such as proposed new tee hangars, tree cutting and the ongoing situation with Boxboro.
The meeting closed at 8:08 p.m.
October 29, 2007
Opened at 7:37 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg.A continuation of the discusssion on obtaining noise abatement signs was held. It was decided that the chapter would purchase signs and installation materials. Mark Saklad will investigate what is available from Sporty's or other sources.
Our last Young Eagles rallys was rained out. This coming Saturday, November 3, we have a special rally scheduled for the Pacific Rim charter school.
The year for the first time we apparently will have to do a tax filing. Bill Greenberg will compile our chapter information and contact an accountant.
The treasurer's report was given, including results from Myricks and from the Collings Living History weekend.
A discussion was held on where to hold the holiday part. It was decided to have it at the airport again and Bill Greenberg which check with Nancy for a good date during early December.
After a discussion of winter Young Eagles rallies it was decided that from December through March the rallies would be held in the afternoon, from noon until 3:00, in the hopes of less frost on the planes and generally warmer weather.
A discussion was held on how to use some of the money we've earned from our cooking events this summer:
a) Support the new Mass. Aviation Society museum being organized at
Hanscom. A $500 donation was approved.
b) Scholarship: several ideas were raised but the idea was table for now.
c) Additional items to give the kids after completion of their Young
Eagles flights. Ideas include lapel wings, lanyards and keychains.
Mark Saklad will investigate what is available
This being the annual meeting, officer elections were scheduled. With no new candidates for office the current officers were returned by acclamation.
The meeting closed at 8:33 p.m.
September 24, 2007
The meeting was opened at 7:15 p.m. by Hector Constantzos, filling in since he was organizing the events being discussed.The primary focus of the meeting was organizing the Collings Foundation Living History Open House even on October 6 and 7 where we will be running the grills. Mike Doyle agreed to do the shopping and will be getting a additional new grill, a new tent with a smoke vent on top and a fire extinguisher.
We also discussed two special Young Eagles events being planned. On October 20 we will host a boy scout group and on November 3 students from a charter school. We will also hold our usual second Saturday rallies each of these months. Mark Saklad will apply for the EAA insurance for the special rallies.
June 25, 2007
The meeting was opened at around 7:00 p.m. by President Bill Greenberg.Treasurer Mike Doyle gave a report on our income from cooking at the Collings Foundation open house. In addition, we agreed to give a $350 donation to Collings from out cooking proceeds.
Don McPherson mentioned that he would like to install a new windsock and segmented circle on newly cleared land on the far side of the runway and would like some help. A planning meeting will be held on July 9 for this purpose.
Don McPherson asked that a group of pilots attend a Boxboro selectmen's meeting to present the pilot's point of view in regards to the need to clear trees from the runway approach for safety reasons.
It was suggested that we research what it would take to get a GPS overlay approach into 6B6 and then start writing letters as needed to get the approach approved.
Mike Doyle suggested that we support the new aviation museum proposed from Hanscom through a financial donation.
It's time to start planning for our annual Myrick fly-in. September 16 was chosen as the best date and we'll now confirm that it is available.
The meeting closed around 7:30 p.m.
April 30, 2007
The meeting was opened at 7:09 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 13 members present.The members were asked how well the Yahoo group mailer was working for them. All reported OK.
We have two Young Eagles rallies this month, our usual second Saturday plus a special one at BVY.
The meeting was closed at 7:16 p.m.
February 26, 2007
The meeting was opened at 7:25 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 10 members present.A reminder was given about the March Young Eagles rallies.
A length discussion was held on contributing to scholarship programs. Should we join an existing program? Sponsor one of our Young Eagles? Support the Mass. Aviation Museum? Jim Ellis volunteered to organize a proposal.
The meeting closed at 7:45 p.m.
January 29, 2007
The meeting was opened at 7:20 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 10 members present.A discussion was held on our meeting schedule for the upcoming year along with possible meeting topics.
It was announced that Young Eagles rallies will be held in the afternoon through March to allow for warmer temperatures. We have also scheduled an extra rally on March 17, starting at 11:00 a.m.
The meeting was closed at 7:30 p.m.
October 27, 2006
The meeting was opened at 7:08 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg.Elections are scheduled for this month, with president and secretary due for election this year. With no nominations from the floor, Bill Greenberg and Nels Anderson agreed to serve another term.
A proposal to support the Hale Aviation Club (middle school in Stow) was given, and a $300 sponsorship was approved.
The meeting closed at 7:13 p.m.
February 23, 2006
The meeting was opened at 7:13 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 11 members present.A discussion was opened on future chapter activities.
It was announced an FAA speaker will be at 6B6 on March 9 at the cafe, sponsored by the airport. The FAA "SPANS" program sends out email notices of such seminars.
This lead to a discussion of whether we should host quarterly FAA seminars instead of that month's meeting.
Other speaker ideas were raised, including A&P Bob Booth, Executive Flyers, Ken Roy's bomber pilot friend, light sport plane rep (from Crow Island).
MIT roadable airplane designers are to speak in May at Daniel Webster College.
Should we purchase a new wind sock? Pat Howe will contact MAC first to see if they will do it. If not, it was agree to buy one up to a $200 limit.
Fly-out ideas? Rhinebeck was suggested. Timing would be the Saturday after our meetings, with Sunday as the rain date.
Question was raised to give Betty Lee Ward a lifetime membership. Voted and approved.
A reminder about the New England Aviation Expo, April 22, at Daniel Webster College.
A reminder that the chapter weather station has been installed, but we need a sign to go with it.
Collings Foundation open house is June 17 and 18. We expect to be cooking food again this year.
Myricks date is still to be determined.
Membership drive ideas: how about offering 1/2 price for student pilots.
Meeting closed at 8:19 p.m.
May 27, 2005
The meeting was opened at 7:17 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg.Treasurer's report: 26 paid up members, $3385.16 in bank.
Discussed purchasing a weather station. Voted and agreed to spend up to $500 for station as proposed.
Bill Greenberg demonstrated an online flying destinations database.
Collings Foundation open house is June 17 and 18. We will be doing concessions. Discussed details.
Meeting closed at 7:45 p.m.
January 28, 2005
The meeting was opened at 7:27 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 12 present.Don McPherson announced that the FAA has agreed to repave the runway, but at a length of 2400 feet by 60 feet wide. He asked for discussion on whether the shorter length would cause problems but no one present had a problem with the 2400 foot length.
Mike Doyle presented the acting treasurer's report.
A discussion was held on whether the chapter should subsidize meal expenses at board of director meetings, or where else we should spend our growing treasury. Subsidizing the BOD meeting was not approved but one new idea of a scholarship program was suggested and Fred Moses will lead a committee to investigate.
The meeting closed at 8:05 p.m.
October 29, 2004
The official annual meeting was opened at 7:20 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.The Young Eagles report was given. We had 39 kids for our October rally, the best turnout in 2004.
The treasurer's report was given including reports on income from the cookouts at Myricks and Collings.
This being the annual meeting, elections are to be held. The offices of president and secretary are up for election this year. With no new candidates, current president and secretary Bill Greenberg and Nels Anderson agreed to continue serving. Treasurer Jon Engvall will be away for the next few months and so past treasurer Mike Doyle agreed to fill in during that period.
A reminder that the next meeting is November 19 in order to avoid the Thanksgiving holiday.
The annual holiday party is planned for the first Friday in December, pending confirmation that the restaurant is available.
The meeting closed at 7:35 p.m.
May 28, 2004
The meeting was opened at 7:12 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 16 present.The treasurer's report was given. The major expense for the month was a new tent for Young Eagles rallies and other events costing $119.
Young Eagles events were discussed. June 12 is national Young Eagle day and is also our usual monthly rally date. Our last rally was featured in a full page plus article in the Worcester Telegram that appeared in the May 28th edition. We've been contacted by a group that would like to fly on a non-rally day; this was discussed.
An update on Murray Randall was received and he's now doing quite well.
On June 19-20 the Collings Foundation is holding its annual open house and it was suggested that we run the food concession as a fund raiser. Mike Doyle was chosen to coordinate.
It was announced that the July meeting will be a picnic held at the Collings Foundation.
The meeting was closed at 7:27 p.m.
April 30, 2004
The meeting was opened at 7:16 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 13 present.With several new faces in the crowd, we had everyone introduce themselves.
The treasurer's report was given.
A discussion of the upcoming Young Eagles rally was held. For May we have one group of 15 signed up and about 5 others who have called asking for information. The Worcester Telegram newspaper is planning on covering the event.
A discussion about Murray Randall and our fall fly-in was held. Not much information is known.
The meeting was closed at 7:31 p.m.
February 27, 2004
The meeting was opened at 7:15 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.New treasurer Jon Engvall gave his first report. He mentioned that we need each member's national EAA member number and some who signed up recently still need to provide this.
Young Eagles planning for the upcoming year was discussed. New member Ryan Keough volunteered to be our new coordinator.
The topic of sharing a video projector with Chapter 106 was raised again, but we now have the option of borrowing one from one of the members.
A call was put out to help find new meeting speakers.
Bill Greenberg lead a discussion on carbon monoxide detectors. He described a recent experience where a sensitive aviation specific detector spotted a problem early and resulted in a relatively cheap and easy repair. He obtained his information from Avweb.
MAC has sent all airports a notice that the State Police will be conducting a security survey, so we may see State Police, including unmarked cars, around the airport.
The Boxboro airport committee will be holding a meeting at the town hall on March 4 at 7:30 p.m. at which Don McPherson will be presenting information about airport plans.
Mark Saklad requested that members provide him with updated email addresses for the club membership roster.
The meeting was closed at 7:47 p.m.
January 30, 2004
The meeting was opened at 7:20 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 30 members and guests present.With so many new faces we had everyone introduce themselves. Observers from the local CAP chapter and the Shirley Crowhoppers were on hand.
Outgoing treasurer Mike Doyle gave his final report.
It was decided not to have a Young Eagles rally in February given the streak of poor weather lately. We'll try for our first rally of the year in March.
Mark Saklad who is also a member of Chapter 106 discussed the possibility of our two chapters jointly purchasing a video project for use in meeting presentations. More information is needed.
Alton Bay fly-in is coming up soon, anyone going?
Jim Ellis is looking for new balloon crew members.
Mike Doyle is looking for historical information about the airport in Wayland and other local airports.
The meeting closed at 7:30 p.m.
November 21, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:21 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 16 present.The treasurer's report was given. We had no income or expenses this month, but dues are now due for the upcoming year.
A report was given on Young Eagles. The national progam has just passed its goal of one million flights. Locally, our chapter is one of the most active in the state and Bill Greenberg is the #1 pilot in the state for number of Young Eagles missions.
The holiday party will be held at 6:30 p.m. on December 5th at the airport. After discussion it was agreed to do a Yankee swap ($5 to $7 suggested value gift). The club will supply a platter and the remainder will be pot luck.
The meeting was closed at 7:30 p.m.
October 24, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:20 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 12 members present.The secretary's report was read.
The treasurer's report was given, including a final tally of income and expenses from the Myricks fly-in.
A report on the October Young Eagle's rally was given; 22 Young Eagles received flights.
Elections were held. Jon Engvall was elected treasurer. Mark Saklad was re-elected vice president.
The meeting was closed at 7:35 p.m.
September 26, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:00 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 9 members present.A reminder was made that elections will be held at the next monthly meeting.
Mike Doyle gave the treasurer's report, including details of Myricks expenses and income and also announced that leftover food from Myricks was available for the taking.
John Weigle reported the results of the multi-chapter Fitchburg Young Eagles rally. Lots of pilots and ground crew participated and 108 kids were flown.
Nominations for officers were taken. For treasurer: Mike Doyle and Jon Engvall. For vice president: Mark Saklad and Fred Moses.
A suggestion was made to put meeting announcements on the 6B6 bulletin board.
A general discussion of the chapters future plans, promotions, speakers, etc. was held.
The meeting was closed at 7:47 p.m.
May 30, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:11 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 9 members and 3 guests present.Young Eagles: 22 were flown in April. Groton Rec has requested a special rally for Wednesday, August 6. We also have several Boy Scout groups interested in future rallies.
Mike Doyle gave the treasurer's report. Our bank balance is $1693.63 as of today.
Air And Space Day in Tewksbury on June 21 was mentioned. Jim Ellis will be participating in a balloon launch.
Charlie Smith announced that he has purchased a 1976 Grumman Tiger.
Jim Ellis had the cover story in the current Atlantic Flyer.
The meeting was closed at 7:23 p.m.
April 25, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:14 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.Young Eagles: a suggestion was made that we should have rain dates for our rallies. After discussion it was decided we could try setting them for the following Saturday.
Mike Doyle gave the treasurer's report. Our bank balance shows $1572.98 with $100 in dues still to be deposited.
John Roach was suggested as a possible future speaker.
Meigs Field and the Boston Globe editorial were discussed.
The meeting was closed at 7:34 p.m.
March 28, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:18 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 present.The treasurer's report was given. A reminder about year 2003 dues was given; currently 19 members are paid up. Our balance is $1661.23.
At our March Young Eagles rally we flew four new Young Eagle and two repeats. Our next rally is scheduled for April 12 and we have a Boy Scout troop already signed up.
Mike Doyle mentioned that Marston Mills airport may be closing and suggested a fly out after the next Young Eagles rally.
Speaker suggestions are needed!
Other points of discussion:
Historic engine society; a magazine was passed around.
Rhinebeck Aerodrome fly out?
The meeting was closed at 7:35 p.m.
January 31, 2003
The meeting was opened at 7:15 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 15 present.The treasurer's report was given. A reminder was given that dues for 2003 are now due. Our balance before the start of the meeting was $1578.
The next Young Eagles rally will be held February 8.
Mark Saklad reported on the Alton Bay airport on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire. The ice runway is open, but there will not be a fly-in this year.
The EAA Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress will be in the area in August, sponsored by Chapter 106. People interested in rides should sign up early.
The meeting was closed at 7:25 p.m.
October 25, 2002
The meeting was opened at 7:13 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg.Charlie Smith has announced he is stepping down as Young Eagles coordinator. Hector Constantzos agreed to take the position starting in January.
In the annual elections, President Bill Greenberg and Secretary Nels Anderson were re-elected by acclimation.
The treasurer reported $2251.34 in our account.
A discussion was held on whether Friday is the best night for chapter meetings. No better alternative was revealed.
Another Young Eagles sign has been stolen. A discussion was held on whether it should be replaced.
The end of year party was discussed. Attendees will participate in a Yankee swap and pot luck dinner. BYOB.
The meeting closed at 7:57 p.m.
September 27, 2002
A cookout was held before the business meeting, lasting from 7:15 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at which point Mike presented the dessert that he made.Business meeting started at 8:05 p.m.
The treasurer reported a balance of $1750.
Young Eagles: as of 9/27 840,939 have been flown nationwide.
In new business nominations for next year's officers were made as follows:
Nels Anderson for secretary
Hector Constantzos for secretary
Hector suggested a chapter trip to Old Reinbeck Aerodrome, but it was decided that it was too late to plan something like that. Maybe next season.
Hector also suggested a fall foliage trip to NH. Due to conflicting schedules, it was decided that two dates would be established and anyone who wants to go would show up. 10/6 and 10/13 show up at 9:30 a.m. to go.
October 12 is the next Stow Young Eagles rally.
October 5 is Young Eagles at New Bedford. Pilots are needed. Anyone interested in helping out, contact Mark Saklad.
Steve will talk about paragliding in an upcoming meeting.
Bill had an interesting IFR question for everyone to try and get an answer to.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
August 23, 2002
Opened at 7:10 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 16 present.The treasurer reported a balance of $1750.
A report on Young Eagles was given.
A work party is needed to paint runway numbers on September 7th at 9:00 a.m.
Myricks is coming up on September 8th. Volunteers were signed up to bring things.
Fitchburg Air Fest is also coming up and volunteers are needed to man the booth September 13-15 and to fly September 21. John Weigel of Chapter 673 is coordinating.
The meeting closed at 8:00 p.m.
May 31, 2002
Opened at 7:13 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 12 present.An update on airport news and happenings was provided by airport manager Don McPherson.
The secretary's report was accepted.
A special Young Eagles rally will be held at HFD with the "Time For Life" group on June 22, 2002.
The treasurer reported no transactions during the previous month.
A petition about the MAC requirement for photo ID's is available to sign in the airport office.
Bill Greenberg describes the beginning of his first owner assisted annual inspection.
The meeting was closed at 7:45 p.m.
April 26, 2002
Opened at 7:13 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 13 present.The secretary's report was accepted.
The treasurer's report was read; we currently have $1878.89 in the bank.
Various Young Eagles topics were discussed:
- National total is now up to 775,671
- Next rally is May 11, 2002 with 15 Cub Scouts already expected
- Several schools have been contacted
- June 22 will be the date for the Time For Life rally to be held at HFD
- Discussion of having a table at the Hanscom air show was discussed
- Mark Saklad presented a proposal for a rally at Lawrence
The meeting closed at 7:25 p.m.
March 29, 2002
Opened at 7:24 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 12 members and guests present.The secretary's report was read.
The treasurer's report was read. We have $2029.21 in the bank and have had 20 new members and renewals since the last report.
Charlie Smith reported that our last Young Eagles rally was written up in the Concord/Acton "Beacon" newspaper and this has generated some reponses from new groups wanting flights. Charlie has also received the "Jaguar Points" from last years flights and we need to identify if there is someone we want to sponsor to an EAA camp session this year who can use them.
Bill Greenberg reported on the possibility of a Young Eagles rally in Hartford with the "Time For Life" group, possibly May 25th.
A reminder was given about Chapter 1314's visit on April 20 when about 20 people will be coming for breakfast at the restaurant and then will be touring the Collins Foundation. Our members are invited to come along.
Bill Greenberg reported on talks with Don McPherson about airport issues. There is the possibility of an airport open house later in the year which we will be asked to help with.
Arrangements have been made for a display at the Natick Library during August and photos and objects are sought for inclusion.
The meeting was closed at 7:40 p.m.
February 22, 2002
Opened at 7:03 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 20 members and guests present.Since we had a large number of new faces, we had each person introduce themself to the group.
The treasurer's report was read. Fourteen members paid up during the past month. For those who have not, dues are due.
The secretary's report was read.
Charlie Smith reported that the March 9th early season rally is a go, with one group of 9-12 kids committed and the possibility of an additional group. Charlie also reviewed the requirements for pilot participation.
Old business: Jon Engvall reminded us about a memorial tree for Nancy McPherson's mother that we had promised some time back. Nothing has been done yet, but Jon is coordinating the timing to go along with planned airport improvements coming up.
New business: Chapter 1314 is visiting the area on April 20th, to tour the Collings Foundation, and see their collection of aircraft and other antique vehicles. Since some will be flying in they asked if some of our members would like to come along and provide rides from the airport to the museum.
The business meeting was closed at 7:26 p.m.
January 25, 2002
Opened at 7:15 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 9 members and 1 guest present.The secretary's report was read.
The treasurer's report was read, covering end of year expenses. Members were reminded that year 2002 dues are now due.
Charlie Smith gave a Young Eagles report. We have a group interested in flying in March, ahead of our normal schedule. The full schedule for 2002 was also announced. Charlie encouraged members to start contacting potential groups now. The "Flying Start" program was also discussed.
Recruitment ideas were discussed. Included was talking to Don McPherson about the mailing list of based pilots. The meeting closed at 7:30 p.m.
November 16, 2001
Opened at 7:15 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 9 members present.The treasurer's report was read; the treasurer reminded everyone that dues for next year are due.
The secretary's report was read.
A report on the November Young Eagles rally was given; 18 kids were given rides.
It was announced that the new lighted windsock at 6B6 has been installed.
A discussion of the upcoming December 7th holiday party was held. It was decided food would be pot luck and a Yankee swap would be held.
Pins and certificates were given to officers completing a year in office.
The meeting closed at 7:30 p.m.
The secretary's report was read.
The treasurer's report was read: balance after Myricks is $2178.89.
Charlie Smith reported that we are adding a Young Eagles rally on November
10th. He also reported that Tom McGee had counseled a previous Young Eagle
on his Boy Scout aviation merit badge.
The holiday party scheduled for December 7th was discussed.
A discussion on runways incursions was held, after the introduction of some
new training software.
A discussion on Air Lifeline and volunteer flying was held. Air Lifeline
will be providing a speaker for our January meeting.
Mark Saklad gave a report on Ken Brock's gyroplane accident.
Election of officers was held. Elected for a two year term were Mark Saklad
as vice president and Mike Doyle as treasurer.
Meeting closed at 7:50 p.m.
Airport manager Don McPherson gave a state of the airport report:
Mike Doyle's treasurer's report: August balance is $1751.64.
Proceeds from Myricks totalled $694.80, less expenses.
Charlie Smith reported that the chapter has flown 802 total Young Eagles
through August, of which 84 were during 2001.
Nominations for the upcoming election were held. For treasurer: Mike Doyle,
Jon Engvall. For vice president: Mark Saklad.
Meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
Airport manager Don McPherson discussed the recent Malibu crash.
Mike Doyle gave a report on preparations for the upcoming Myricks
fly-in.
Mike also gave a treasurer's report.
The secretary's report was read and accepted.
The treasurer's report was read: our bank account is $1694.21 with
$182 to be deposited.
A report on the recent Young Eagles rally was given, in which 10 kids
were flown.
A report on the windsock revealed that it has now been installed, but still
needs wiring work to get the lighting operational.
Jon Engvall discussed the need for a trailer or other space for storage
(for tools, books, etc.). The possibility of a tool shed was considered.
A question had arisen as to whether Friday is the best meeting night.
After discussion it was decided not to make any changes.
The meeting was closed at 8:05 p.m.
The secretary's report was read and accepted.
The treasurer's report was was read: our bank balance is $1714.72 with
$162 to be deposited.
A report was made on the new windsock. Welding has been completed,
necessary parts have arrived, and it's now ready for installation.
Young Eagles: we are waiting to hear from one remaining air camp candidate
who, if interested, will get the credits earned during last year's flights.
Mike Doyle proposed "dawn patrol" flights for the upcoming weekend, with
Nantucket being the primary choice.
Next month's speaker was announced: Neville Hogan, who will speak on
aerobatics.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m. and turned over to speaker Jim
Ellis who gave a slide presentation on hot air ballooning.
The secretary's report was read and accepted.
Charlie Smith reported that Young Eagles credits for last year had been
received, which can be used to help sponsor a young person who wishes to
attend one of the EAA's camps at Oshkosh. Two potential candidates have
been identified and Charlie will follow up to see if they are interested.
The meeting was closed at 7:55 p.m.
New president Bill Greenberg introduced himself to the group.
The secretary's report was read and accepted.
Action on the memorial tree approved at the last meeting is on hold until
spring.
A Young Eagles group has expressed interest in flying in March, ahead of
our normal rally schedule.
Treasurer's report: on our last bank statement our balance was $1713.41.
Jon Engvall gave a report on the progress of installing the new wind sock.
Meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. and turned over to guest speaker John
Weigel who described his cross country flight in a non-electric Champ.
A special election to fill the office of president was held. Bill Greenberg
was unanimously elected to the office.
Treasurer's report: on our last bank statement, dated 1/10/2001, our balance
was $1448.87.
Young Eagles: Charlie Smith gave a report:
Jon Engvall proposed a memorial tree in memory of Nancy McPherson's mother.
Voted and approved a maximum of $100; Jon will coordinate.
Meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
October 26, 2001
Opened at 7:12 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 18 members present.
September 28, 2001
Opened at 7:10 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 22 members and
guests present.
August 17, 2001
Opened at 7:10 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with 14 members and
guests present.
May 25, 2001
Opened at 7:30 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with twelve present.New Business
The issue of what paperwork is required for pilots to fly Young Eagles
was discussed. We have been requiring that pilots provide copies of all
the necessary materials to the Young Eagles coordinator. After discussion
it was decided that copying is not required, but the Young Eagles
coordinator must be shown all the materials to confirm the requirements
are met and that this must be done at a time before the rally the pilot
wishes to participate in.
April 27, 2001
Opened at 7:41 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with twenty guests and
members present.
March 30, 2001
Opened at 7:39 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg with eleven guests and
members present.Old Business
Charlie Smith gave a report on the search for a trailer. Several leads
had been pursued, but nothing positive had turned up.
February 23, 2001
Opened at 7:40 p.m. by president Bill Greenberg. Thirteen members and
guests were present.Old Business
A newsletter editor is still needed.
January 26, 2001
Opened at 8:00 p.m. by vice president Mark Saklad. Thirteen members and
one guest were in attendance.New Business
A discussion about doing a chapter fly-in to Alton Bay on February
10th was held.