POCONO MOUNTAIN ARTS COUNCIL

MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 6^TH, 2008

7PM AT THE WILLS MANSION

OFFICERS: PRESENT President Fran Ferguson Treasurer Dan Ferguson

Vice President Valerie Sagheddu Secretary Millie Bishop

MEMBERS PRESENT:

Barbara Abas Dolores Johnson Catherine Schratt

Matt Abas Steve Kager Ann Sorenson

Armando Baez Dee Kasandra Chris Sparling

Barbara Briggs Mary Kester Edie Suydam

Jane Brown Pat Knecht Myra Trumpaitzky

Marion Colvin Nancy Pitcher Don Bishop (guest)

GUEST SPEAKER:

None

CALL TO ORDER:

President Fran Ferguson’s called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. followed by the Salute to the Flag.

NEW MEMBER:

None

SECRETARIES REPORT:

Secretary Millie Bishop called for a motion to wave the reading of the October 2^nd, minutes. Motion to wave the reading of the minutes and accept them as sent was made by Dan Ferguson second by Steve Kager and carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT:

Treasurer Dan Ferguson, reported for the month of October 2008.

CASH RECEIPTS: Hanging Frames $30.00, Family Dues $40.00, Individual Dues $375.00, Benefit Dance <$225.00>, Donations $175.00, Commission Art Sales $6.25, Skytop Show $2,260.00, Mt. Pocono Show $70.00, Member Show $20.00,

Journal <$47.50>

Total income for the month was $2,703.75

CASH DISBURSEMENT: Meadowbrook Show <$127.00>, Skytop Show <$570.00>, Mt. Pocono Show <$29.99>, Postage Expense <$42.00>

Total expenses for the month was <$768.99>

Total Income for the month of October was $1,934.76

Book Balance as of October 31^TH, 2008 was $10,021.68

Plus ESSA CD & Interest 10,525.00

1^st NATIONAL CD 5,000.00

TOTAL ASSETS for the month of October $25,546.68

Motion to accept treasurer’s report was made by Steve Kager second by

Barbara Briggs and carried,

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

President Fran Ferguson, announced the elections for new officers.

She called on Nancy Pitcher as she is a member of the nominating committee. Having made numerous phone calls to our members, it was decided that the officers who are in office are to remain. Treasurer Dan Ferguson called for anyone running from the floor. No nominations came forward. The officers remain the same and were approved by acclamation. President Fran Ferguson, Vice President Valerie Sagheddu, Secretary Millie Bishop and Treasurer Dan Ferguson will remain for another term. Motion to accept the officers to remain as is, was made by Steve Kager second by Armando Baez and was carried by all.

President Fran Ferguson reported on a closed meeting. Listen to the news regarding the weather. If the Pocono Mountain school district is closed or have early dismissal then we will not have a meeting. If in doubt call her at (570) 839-7227.

At our December 4^th, meeting we will have a Christmas party. If you can bring in a little something she will supply the drinks. Also be advised we canceled our January 1^st, meeting which falls on New Years Day our meeting will be January 8^th, at 7PM.

Fran asked our members if they would like to be a Guest Speaker at one of our monthly meetings. To date she has guest speakers for the months of February and April 2009. We have talented members and it would be a pleasure to have you tell us about yourself and the area of your expertise. If interested call her so she can up- grade the agenda for 2009.

Fran also mentioned our January officers meeting we will be working on our new brochure. She would like some input and ideas from you. If you would like to attend our meetings call her for the time and date.

Fran then went on about the set up schedules for our shows. Each show needs a Chair and committee. If for some unforeseen reason something happens and the chair is not able to chair the event and does not have a committee, then the show will be cancelled. We will also train you in chairing a show.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Chairwomen Catherine Schratt, reported she was contacted by Laura from Pocono Arts Council with the possibility of doing some things together. They would like to exchange information by putting our events in their News letter and they will be able to put their events in our Artifax. We will not make any decision without first bringing the proposals to our members for review.

ROTATING GALLERY:

In Chair Pat Transue’s absence President Fran Ferguson reported that they will meet with Pocono Mountain Councils, Rotating Gallery committee on December 11^th, and discuss the possibility of combining the Rotating Gallery. Pocono Mountain Art Council has fourteen (14) galleries and we have eleven (11). Chairwomen Catherine Schratt interjected PAC has a formal structure and contracts. We can learn from them.

President Fran Ferguson also reported on an error made on page 2, in our Artifax regarding the rotating galleries new contact “Silver Arrow”. The article states we pay a 25% commission to the Silver Arrow and the council would not get commissions on sales. But this should have stated, Silver Arrow will get a 20% and the council would receive 05% commission on sales.

FUND RAISING DIRECTOR:

Not present

WEB SITE:

Chair Barbara Briggs, who is doing a great job reported, if you want anything put on our web, e-mail her. She will set up announcements and pictures of the different events for you.

OLD BUSINESS;

None

NEW BUSINESS;

Treasurer Dan Ferguson made a motion to increase the entrance fee on each show by Ten dollars ($10.00). Our Sales commission will stay at 05%. A lengthy discussion followed with the pros and cons of the entrance fees. Dan’s motion was second by Steve Kager and carried by the majority.

Dan also reported we need a place to store our three (3) sets of racks and road signs.

Fran has written a letter requesting permission from Coolbaugh County to set up a shed in back of the maintenance garage. She is waiting for a rely from the township.

President Fran Ferguson made a motion to purchase a 6’ x 8’ shed at a cost of approximately $300.00 to $500.00 dollars. Fran’s motion was second by Jane Brown and carried.

President Fran Ferguson made a motion to give One Hundred dollars ($100.00) to the Willis Mansion to show our appreciation for the use of the mansion for our meetings. The motion was second by Steve Kager and carried.

ADJOURNMENT:

A motion to adjourn was made at 8.00PM second and carried.

END OF MEETING RAFFLE:

In Donna Israel’s absence President Fran Ferguson gave out slips pf paper for you to put your name on. Fran did not have a hat but a blue tote. She asked Catherine Schratt to collect the names and drop them into the tote. One name was picked and the winner was Millie Bishop. Fran presented her with a $10.00 dollar gift certificate from Staples. Come to our next meeting you could be our next winner.

SUBMITTED BY:

Secretary Millie Bishop