Meeting was called to order at 2:03 by President Jim McCaffrey.

Present: Jim McCaffrey, John Whitwell, Gerry Spry, Lynn Brown, Gary Baron, Bill Sachs, Bill Monroe, Terry McKenney Person, John Kostoff, Doug Goodrich, Gordon Spink, Beryl Falcone

Secretary's Report

Minutes from the July 28, 2002 meeting were approved as prepared.

Treasurer's Report (Doug Goodrich - outgoing Treasurer)

For the period July 28, 2002 – November 3, 2002:


Total Expenses = $4,118.52
Total Deposits = $10,027.00
Ending Balance (checking account) = $11,212.99

Other funds:
Certificate of Deposit = $6,570.55

Total Cash on Hand = $17,783.54

Anticipated expenditures:

Bloomquist Scholarship (Yearly) = $500.00
R J Bullock Digitizing Project = $2,000.00
Catron Music Commission Matching Funds = $2,500.00
Catron Music Commission Donations Received = $1,040.00

The Treasurer's report was approved as presented.

Vice President’s Report – Gerry Spry

No report.

President’s Report – Jim McCaffrey

Jim introduced the new officers, welcoming them. He thanked Bill Monroe, Doug Goodrich and Gordon Spink for their dedicated work.
Review of the Fall Reunion – it went well and everyone seemed ot have had a great time.
Reminder that the deadline for the February 2003 newsletter is January 12 – the date of the next board meeting.

Executive Secretary’s Report – Beryl Falcone

Beryl asked Lynn to read a thank you note she had written to the board – thanking them for all of their support and assistance over the years as well as the support provided when she receive the Alumni Award.
There was discussion regarding the membership cards. It was decided to keep the current style and update the information after the Spring 2003 Reunion.

Alumni Band European Trip Update – Dale Bartlett

No report.

Past President’s Report – Bill Monroe

No report – however, he thanked everyone for their work during his tenure.

Old Business

Congratulations were given to Beryl Falcone for receiving the MSU Alumni Service Award.

UGLI Studios Report – Doug Goodrich

A 3-year contract was drawn up and given to the appropriate individual. The contact has not yet been signed. They did sell merchandise at the Fall 2002 Reunion. John Kostoff will follow up regarding the contract.

Doug Goodrich commendation – John Kostoff made a motion that was passed to commend Doug for his work as Treasurer.

Tunnel Passes – after a discussion regarding questioning the need for tunnel passes, Jim McCaffrey indicated he will check with John Madden regarding this issue.

Golf Outing – Lynn reported that there were 32 participates, everyone seemed to have a great time, that new players said they would be returning, prizes were awarded, local businesses had provided many prizes and that there should be a 5th annual at the same golf course the day before alumni band day. Lynn also suggested that there be a golf outing website linked to the alumni band site. This suggestion was well received by those attending the meeting. As a result, Lynn indicated she would be contacting Joe Levine for assistance regarding putting this idea into action.

New Business

Spring 2003 Reunion – the reunion will take place on April 13, 2003 at the University Auditorium. There was much discussion regarding ideas for themes, etc. It was suggested that we come to the next meeting with ideas. It was suggested that the band play Jeff Kressler’s piece that was played during the last European tour.

Director’s Report – John Whitwell

It was suggested that money be put aside each year for commissions and that a commission for Ken Bloomquist be discussed in the future.

New Music Building - $1 million has been given for the new building and the state has been asked to contribute $45 million. John indicated that the plan for the new building does not include a space for the Athletic Bands and that this was of concern. He provided three possible solutions for this concern: a new building in the vicinity of Adam’s Field, a building near Demonstration Hall or have space at the stadium when it is expanded. Attendees discussed their concerns regarding this important omission from the current plan and how we, as a group, could be effective in having the Athletic Bands’ needs be addressed regarding the new building.

The next board meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2003 at 2:00 pm at Buddies in Okemos.

Meeting adjourned - 4:05 pm

(Minutes by Lynn Brown)

A Reminder -

Spring Reunion - April 13, 2003
University Auditorium

NEXT BOARD MEETING - Sunday, January 12, 2003
2:00 pm
BUDDIES in Okemos

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