Crimson Express and Company
General Membership Meeting Minutes
Aug. 16, 2007
(Approved by constituency)

Meeting called to order by Mike Koberstein.

  • Introduction of all members in attendance.
  • Introduction of all officers and board members.
  • Mike thanked last year’s officers and board members for their work.  Also thank you to everyone who provided treats during band camp.
  • Minutes from the June meeting were reviewed.  Motion to approve by Debbie Parnell, second by Ann Hogan.

Treasurer’s Report

  • Report given by Karen Lindsey.  There was a discussion about the activity fee and the importance of this to the general fund.  The $75 activity fee is due by September 15.  This may come from student credits.  If anyone needs to make special arrangements please contact Karen. 
  • The annual budget was reviewed with motion to approve the budget made by Stephanie Marler, second by Donna Tindell. 
  • Stephanie will be assisting Karen with keeping up with student credits.  A spreadsheet will be available for review at each booster meeting. 

Director’s Report - by Mr. Moreland.

  • Students did well during band camp.
  • He discussed how he plans to focus on the whole band program not just marching season.
  • There will be a jazz band this year.
  • There will be a change to the fall schedule due to a change in the date for homecoming.
  • Mr. Moreland also discussed options for tour this year and next.  We currently have 52 students, including color guard members, in the program.
  • All students participating in the fall season need to be enrolled in band.
  • Middle school students performing with Crimson Express are required to attend all performances.
  • All students have tickets to stay and attend the game after the upcoming performance at the Miners ball game.

Old Business

  • Ann Hogan has been working on the sponsor board.  She solicits donations by sending out mailings.
  • Kirk Caskey will be putting together the board this year.

New Business

  • Apple Festival will be here soon and we need to start signing up volunteers to work at the various positions.  Apple Festival is a big fundraiser for Crimson.  Sign up sheets will be available tonight as well as job descriptions.  Please volunteer.  If you have questions about this you may contact Cathy Schmidt or Mike Koberstein.
  • Everyone needs to complete a directory information sheet.  We are trying to update our roster
  • Nominations were accepted for the at large board member position.  Nominations are Dave Preece and Mark Mikulay.  Any other nominations should be given to Mike Koberstein or Nancy Caskey by August 30.  Elections will take place at the September 6th meeting.
  • An itinerary is posted for meet the teams on August 18, 2007.  Contact Dave Barger if you would like to help serve ice cream at this event.
  • Thank you Al Allen for our wonderful website.  Everyone should sign up for booster mail and check the website often for frequent updates.
  • Mike reviewed the purpose and goals of Crimson Express and Company.  For more information on the constitution see the website.
  • Pam Grob needs some volunteers to help with sewing for the guard.

Fund Raisers

  • Debbie Parnell is looking for chairpersons for the fund raisers this year.  If you would like to help with this, please contact her.  If we do not have a chairperson for a specific fundraiser, that particular fundraiser may not happen this year. Make sure your favorite fundraiser happens, volunteer to chair that event.
  • We need a chairperson for Macy’s Cards, My Daddy’s Cheesecakes, Kringle Danish, basketball popcorn, Butterbraids and cookie dough, and Soy Candles.  Sign up sheets for the fall popcorn will be available tonight.
  • Market day will start next month, Pat Gilmore and Janet Englund will chair this fundraiser.
  • Debbie and Tamra Walker will chair SIU Concessions.

Next meeting Sept. 6, 2007 at 7:00p.m.