March 3, 2003

President Ralph Jones called the meeting to order at 6:08 P.M. Other members present were Cyndie Lee, Lance and Kristi Lind, John Hecht, Deb Christian, Chuck Bommarito, and Gary Segers. Ken Harris was also present as Jo Fryberger's proxy. Minutes of the February meeting were approved as read. John Hecht presented a second revision of his printed, January and February treasurer's reports. The board accepted the report.

Gary reported that we were dropping slightly in membership, either because of the time of the year or because of the economy. John reported the Festival for Recovery had good entertainment scheduled that would be reported in the next newsletter. Deb reported she was recruiting volunteers for the Gene Harris Jazz Festival. Lance and Kristi volunteered to work the Blues Bouquet on club night. Ralph said he had arranged for Frim Fram Four, Rex & Beverly, and Pete Mauser & Friends as openers for Michelle Wilson at the Gene Harris Jazz Festival Club Night.

Band line-up for the July 20 picnic is still being worked on, but things are looking good. Lance advised that the Salvation Army should be notified early of picnic plans to help with promotion and advertising. The board agreed to increase the suggested attendance donation from two to three cans of food. Deb said she would get a donation jar at all BBS jams. Gary and John reported the Blues Foundation (of which BBS is a member) may be looking at merging with the Blues Association.

The meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M.