Minutes
Board Meeting
October 23, 1999

 

The meeting was conducted on NetMeeting, IRC, and via e-mail. More than a quorum attended - Clipper, Gerard, Jan, Mitchel, Nancy, Shirley, Roger, and Ron. All votes carried without opposition.

1. Vote on Film Clip

- The film clip produced by Geson was approved for distribution

- The clip had gotten high praise from Board Members and other reviewers

 

2. Discussion on Film Clip Distribution

- Nancy will request a VHS format from Geson in both PAL and NTSC format

- Ron will determine video copying costs and options in the Wisconsin area

- Making the video available to all organizations requesting a copy is an option

 

3. Vote on Accepting $3,000 Contribution

- Gift of $1,000 Gift(s) from the Whites of Michigan accepted

- Designated $1,000 for Metal Roof of Bermed Hut frozen pending clarification

- Combining Bermed Shelter with 30 ft. BioDome model a possible outcome

4. Vote on Distribution of Gifts

- April 26, 1998 Board Resolution to repay $1,500 Startup Gift finalized

- $100 for Seed TEAM and $100 for cutting tools approved

- All available funds distributed

 

5. Report on Quarterly Balance Statement

- Reviewed by Board; no problems noted

- Quickbooks for Internal Auditor purchased, to be shipped to Norway soon

 

6. Report on Conditional Use Statute

- Requirement to be good neighbors, not create a nuisance, explained

- Opportunities to relocate some prototypes in the area a distinct possibility