Crimson Express and Company
November 15, 2007 Meeting Minutes
(Not yet approved by constituency)

Mike called the meeting to order.

Thanks to everyone for helping make our fall season a wonderful success.

Oct. meeting minutes were reviewed. Motion to approve by Carla Quigley, second by John Erbes.

Treasurer’s Report

• Karen reported that she still needs to collect a couple more activity fees.
• Waiting on some funds from Apple Festival.
• Treasurer’s report approved as submitted. Motion to approve by Stephanie Marler, second by Debbie Parnell.
• Student credits have been updated and have been posted on the website.

Director’s Report

• Mr. Moreland reported he is very happy with the fall season.
• Jazz and Concert band have started.
• Dec. 10 is the Christmas concert. Upcoming dates are also posted on the website.
• Still checking into a trip this spring to Cleveland, Ohio. Will have more information about the trip at the January meeting. Estimated cost around $450. Unsure if we will do winter guard.
• Also checking into uniforms.
• Mr. Moreland also has order forms for anyone who would like to order a DVD of the GSL performance. The forms are also available on our web site.

New Business

• See website for upcoming performance dates.

Fundraising

Debbie reported on upcoming fundraisers.

• There are sign up sheets available tonight for anyone who would like to help with the Dinner Dance and Trivia Night.
• Kringles will be delivered Nov. 19.
• Malones taffy fundraiser will go out tomorrow. Delivery date will be before Dec. 14.
• Sign up for basketball games are available tonight.
• Konnie Brown has agreed to chair the girls basketball games.
• Pasta fundraiser was very successful we received several boxes of free pasta that will be used at the Dinner Dance.
• Avon will start in November.
• SIU concessions sign ups will be available on the website.
• Dave Preece has volunteered to chair the 50/50 raffle at the Christmas Concert.

Announcements

• Mr. Stilley talked with the band students about how much he appreciated their support during the homecoming football game.
• Crimson wear order has been placed.
• Window decals are still available to purchase. These would make great stocking stuffers.
• Leftover food from the fall season is available tonight for a small donation to anyone interested.

Next meeting Jan. 17, 2008.