July 16 2006 Minutes

Executive Council Meeting

July 16, 2006

Muncie, IN

Official

In Attendance

• President: Dave Brown, Hamilton, OH
• Executive Vice President: Doug Holland, Raleigh, NC
• District Vice Presidents:
  • I - Andy Argenio, Smithfield, RI
  • II - Dave Mathewson, Baldwinsville, NY
  • III - Bob Brown, Bradford, PA
  • IV - Bliss Teague, Hickory, NC
  • VI - Charlie Bauer, Norridge, IL
  • VII - Bill Oberdieck, Southgate, MI
  • VIII - Sandy Frank, Weatherford, TX
  • IX - Mark T. Smith, Shawnee, KS
  • X - Rich Hanson, Scottsdale, AZ
  • XI - Bruce Nelson, Spokane, WA
• NAA Rep (sitting in for David Ivey): Kris Maynard
• Acting Executive Director: Joyce Hager
• Legal Counsel: Felix Gora

Also in attendance were: Jay Mealy, AMA HQ; Rob Kurek, AMA HQ; Tom Schwyn, AMA HQ; Travis McGinnis, Scholarship Committee; Bob Underwood, Safety/Scholarship Committees; Paul Bretsen; Harry Koch, Co.; Lance Zellers; Ginger Mathewson; and Shirley Teague.

OPENING BUSINESS

In Attendance

President Dave Brown, Executive Vice President Doug Holland, and the District Vice Presidents as listed above were present. Other attendees included various committee members and AMA HQ staff.

Additions to the Agenda

The EVP withdrew item 3a. from the agenda. The President indicated that there will be a few additional items to discuss in Executive Session in addition to sensitivity training.

Approval of April 2006 Minutes

It was moved, seconded and approved by acclamation to accept the Minutes of the April 29-30, 2006 Executive Council meeting.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• The President informed Council of a call he received from the MAAC President regarding an individual whose MAAC membership was removed.
• A strategic planning session was held on July 14-15; he thanked Council for their hard work and ideas.
• The President will not be traveling to Kazakhstan for the Spacemodeling World Championships.

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT

• The EVP met with investment bankers to address timely financial reporting issues.
• AMA meets bond issue requirements comfortably.
• Investment portfolio is being shifted towards more secure stocks.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT

• Headquarters is involved with planning for the Nationals; expecting many late entries.
• Received a letter from J. Worth regarding the RC Micro World proposition; Council is not interested.
• Requested approval for additional insurance coverage; this need is becoming more frequent.

NAA REPORT

• NAA membership is growing through both new member acquisition and retention.
• Aero Magazine has seen significant improvements.
• Website activity has increased significantly this year.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Nominating (APPENDIX I)

The committee met and is considering Vice Presidents for Districts II, IV, VI, VIII, and X. The 2006 ballot includes candidates for these positions.

Marketing (APPENDIX II)

Discussions on the Ambassador Program and upcoming Corporate Membership meeting. A potential directory project with Harris Publishing was also discussed.

Scholarship (APPENDIX III)

The committee noted a total budget of $41,524 for awards; final recommendations were made for the 2006 awards.

Safety

The Safety Committee discussed various items including no proposed changes to the Safety Code.

LUNCH

12:40 p.m. – 1:25 p.m.

Executive Director Job Search

The search process is well underway, with candidates expected to interview in Muncie.

E-Field Development (APPENDIX IV)

Discussions revolved around developing e-fields and associated funding programs.

OLD BUSINESS

Revised Introductory Pilot Program Update

The program launched on May 1 and is progressing well; additional resources are being developed.

NEW BUSINESS

Create committee to deal with the loss of membership (APPENDIX V)

The agenda item was substituted; new ideas for promoting membership were discussed and a Membership Growth Committee was formed.

Clubs "Take Off and Grow" program

A new club program was proposed and will replace the Grand Event if approved.

Review Strategic Planning (APPENDIX VI)

A ranked list of priorities was developed for further action by various committees.

Cash awards for competition events (not dues)

This item was tabled until the October meeting.

AWARDS

Awards were moved, seconded, and approved by acclamation. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

NEXT MEETING

• Finance Committee Meeting – September 29, 2006
• Executive Council Meeting – October 14/15, 2006

Action items from the July 16, 2006 Executive Council meeting

1. J. Hager will respond to John Worth inquiry re RC Micro World proposition.
2. The Insurance Committee will develop a more finite program to address requests for a larger level of insurance coverage.
3. Schwyn will approach Harris Publishing with Council concerns regarding the directory.
4. R. Kurek will promote the Scholarship Programs in Model Aviation.
5. Scholarship Committee to submit a final application form for the Telford Scholarship.
6. Membership Development Committee is charged with the e-field booklet and 5-minute DVD development.
7. T. Stillman (and Committee) should proceed with the programs presented.
8. The President will create a Membership Growth Committee to deal with the loss of membership.
9. D. Mathewson to work with the Finance Committee on budgeting funds for the "Take Off and Grow" Program.

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