Minutes from May 18, 2007 meeting.
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I. Minutes from the previous meeting April 27, 2007 were approved.

II. Terry Lehman’s treasurer’s report indicated an unchanged account balance of $695.95.

III. It was decided at the April meeting that we would try for the Hotel Bellwether subject to costs approval with the Casino being a backup location. However, the Bellwether costs came back too expensive for most people’s tastes and so we are back to considering other locations. The front runner now appears to be the Lakeway Inn where our first two major reunions were held. Lakeway is currently being remodeled, its costs are more reasonable, access is best in terms of being in-town, next to freeway, easy to find, it has a large room, it has an elevated stage for speeches, other rooms available across the street and nearby, etc. It just seems to have more of all the items we are looking for and at a more reasonable cost. We are also checking the Casino to see if we can have direct access to the room instead of having to go through the Casino. This was considered a major drawback for the Casino. We hope (again) to make a final decision at the June meeting.

IV. The Friday night pre-function location is basically tabled for the time being. The Greek Orthodox Church will not be scheduling for 2008 until after the end of this year. Discussion included inquiring of the Elks Club as a back up. Terry indicated the Builders Industry Association will be building a new facility, which may be available.

V. It appears that Ray’s band may be available for the reunion after all. He is checking costs and we will decide between having a band vs. just setting up a good stereo and playing oldies via mp3.

VI. Wally will be working on Sunday picnic activities, including softball, golf and food.

VII. We have been slowly getting more updates to our classmates database but have a long way to go. Everyone is encouraged to continue to read the directory online and see who you can help us locate. We are also looking at sending out a postcard mailing this summer to those for whom we have addresses but have not been able to reach otherwise.

VIII. The Garage sale idea was more or less tabled for now until we can be assured that enough people will contribute to make it worth our while. It was decided that the best way to raise money to help defray costs and reduce the cost to attend the reunion, is to ask for donations from classmates. The committee kicked off the donation drive by raising $100 from committee members donations at the meeting.

IX. Terry has opened the Paypal account so we hope to soon be able to do online purchases of the video and any other items. Watch the web site for their availability.

X. The classmates businesses advertisements page is up on the web site. If you have a business you would like to list send the information to Gary at admin@bhs1968.org .

XI. Terry brought sample BHS 1968 alumni baseball caps with the Raider logo. Everyone liked them except wanted the color to be red instead of white. Terry will bring some red samples to next meeting. These caps will potentially be sold at the reunion and online on the web site as well.

XII. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 15th at Ray Moore’s house at 4161 Irongate Rd in Bellingham. Please bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage.