November 7, 2002

The meeting was called to order at 6:02 P.M. Members present were Cyndie Lee, Jo Fryberger, Lance and Kristi Lind, out-going member Ken Harris, Gary Segers, John Hecht, Deb Christian, Ralph Jones, and new member Chuck Bommarito. Chuck was introduced to the board. Minutes of the October meeting were read and approved. John Hecht made his treasurer's report, noting that BBS did well financially at the October membership meeting, and that we had $2,853 in the bank. The board accepted John's report.

The board recognized Jo Fryberger, Chuck Bommarito, and Gary Segers as being elected to new three-year terms. The board then re-organized itself, electing Ralph Jones as president, Gary Segers as vice president, John Hecht as treasurer, and Lance Lind as recording secretary.

Gary reported that new membership cards were being mailed out, that BBS had approximately 300 members, and that he would be e-mailing members with November and December expiration dates.

The Blues Foundation is seeking support for 2003 as the year of the blues. The BBS board voted to support fund-raising by the foundation, pending more information on what the Foundation intends to do with money raised. The board will explore a detailed proposal for future consideration.

The board voted to re-imburse Ralph $30.00 for gratuities presented to Blues Bouquet staff for their help with the membership meeting in October. It was noted that party clean-up needed to be complete before the late act at future events. Ralph thanked all members who helped out by bringing food and volunteering. He also thanked our musicians.

John said he would have an annual report for the January meeting and noted that we need an audit of activities and accounts.

The board voted to support the Blues Bouquet's Wednesday non-smoking nights for four weeks at a cost of $50 per week. Jo and Kristi mentioned that the Eagle Island Experience would be moving to Idaho City next year. The board agreed to be represented, pending cost involved.

Ralph talked about events, a calendar of those events, and keeping the website current. He talked of things to be considered, like the Blues Divas tape (recorded at the October membership meeting), organizing the monthly jam sessions, and getting a newsletter editor. John mentioned candidates for the Memphis blues talent contest, and options will be explored. Deb will speak on a ladie's blues club in December. A board retreat was called for November 24 from 1 to 5 P.M. at the Blues Bouquet. The December jam will be on the 15th, from 5 to 7:30 P.M.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 P.M.