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Present:
Fred Andrews, Ed
Ballas, Linda Denison, Ina Helmick, Judy Kennedy, Jean Leone, Nelson
Luis, John Miliziano, Bill Orr, Bill Person, Don Sorondo, Peter
Russo, Mark West, and Mari McBryar.
President Mark West called the
meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
A.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS:
I.
Secretary - Sandy Bunkin:
In
the absence of the Secretary, Mark West asked the Board to
review the minutes of the April 2002 meeting. Jean Leone moved
that the minutes be adopted as presented. Nelson Luis
seconded.
II.
Treasurer – Nelson Luis
Nelson Luis asked the Board to
review the April treasurer’s report. No corrections were made
and the report will be filed for audit. Mr. Luis commented that
the reports would have a more streamlined format next year.
III.
Membership Report – Nuri Ayres
In the absence of Nuri Ayres,
Mark West reviewed the membership report, noting that three new
members had been added. He also called the Board’s attention to
five new, non-member promotions and encouraged the component
group leaders to contact those pertaining to their groups.
IV.
President’s Report – Mark West
Mark West asked for suggestions
for the May 15th Superintendent’s Roundtable. It was
decided that the roundtable meeting be an end-of-the-year
review, with a recap of prior issues and any progress made.
V. Executive
Director’s Report – John Miliziano
Dr. Miliziano asked for
suggestions regarding possible articles for the June
newsletter. Some suggestions were (1) the new slate of HASA
officers, (2) Fall Social information, (3) upcoming year
calendar dates. Board members decided that the June issue be a
shorter issue, with no newsletter at all in July.
Dr. Miliziano asked if members had
any input to share or had received any feedback regarding a PAC.
Board members had little feedback to share, but what comments they
heard were positive ones. Dr. Miliziano presented to the Board the
Legislative Benefits Committee’s recommendation that a PAC be
created. Judy Kennedy made a motion to accept the recommendation,
and Peter Russo seconded. The question arose as to whether or not
PAC dollars can be taken from membership dues. A suggestion was
also made that the attorneys, Holland and Knight be consulted for
advice. Discussion ensued as to the best way to proceed, and Judy
amended her motion to state that Dr. Miliziano should take steps to
proceed to organize a PAC. The motion was seconded and carried.
Dr. Miliziano shared thank you cards
with the Board from Jack Lamb and Ken Gaughan for their recognitions
at the Spring Social.
B. OLD BUSINESS
Peter Russo reported for Charlotte
Valenti on the success of the Spring Social. Attendance was down,
and many reasons were noted. The end of the year is very busy for
school-based personnel; some had conference night, some were unhappy
with the Brandon location. Suggestions were made to hold the social
earlier next year, perhaps right after the 3rd nine
weeks.
Bill Orr reported on the status of
incoming nominations. He expressed concern about a couple of
positions without nominations, but reminded the group that the
deadline was still five days away.
C. NEW BUSINESS/ROUNDTABLE
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FASA Conference on
Marco Island (6/30 – 7/3). Due to the cost, Peter Russo moved to
send a delegation of two Board members to the conference. Judy
Kennedy seconded the motion. Hospitality room details will have to
be worked out as the time draws closer. Dr. Miliziano will attend
at a retired member rate with one other Board member.
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Linda Denison reported
on the Fall Social. The date is August 22nd, and the
place being strongly considered is Centro Austuriano. The
location/prices appealed to everyone and Linda agreed to check open
house dates before 8/22 is cast in stone.
With no further business to discuss,
the meeting adjourned at 5:45 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandy Bunkin, Secretary
*Note: Minutes are not official
until the June, 2002 meeting. |