February 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
The new meeting structure passes, as outlined in a post to the board forum Feb 7, 2013 by Lucas Morris. Board meetings will be restricted to things that need board discussion only and committee reports will be reserved for the general meeting. Each board meeting should leave time for open discussion.
Changes to the alchemist role were discussed as per Jim Chochola’s post Jan 29 2013 in the board forum. They were passed as written for new alchemists, discussion was deferred for alchemists that are renewing after some discussion on event volunteering.
We grossed $2250 from stout night including temporary memberships. There were about $1200 in direct expenses. We are considering $950 in extra revenue disposable.
After a short discussion, the club reserve fund was increased to $4,000 from $2,000. Those (two people) that have previously bought Blickmann burners for the club and were holding the bill will be reimbursed. The reimbursement totals about $450. The fermentation room will be renovated in such a way that the walls will be waterproof, a budget will be brought to the next meeting. Two carboy washers were approved and will be purchased. A drip tray for the keezer is approved. More RV hose and a tankless hot water heater will be kept under advisement for future funds as well as two more Blickmann burners.
Anyone wishing to nominate themselves for a board or officer slot should contact Mark Walters for inclusion on the ballot. All officer positions are elected annually. The three board slots for election this year belong to James Lewis, Jim Chochola, and Erick Ignaczak.
The former LaSalle Street Power Company nee Michael Jordan’s Restaurant is being reincarnated as a brewpub. The ownership has offered CHAOS a partnership, we have deferred action until they hire a brewmaster.
Eric Padilla was appointed social media chair by the board for an indefinite term. He will have responsibility for keeping facebook and twitter active.
Present
James Lewis*, James Chochola*, Adam York*, David Williams*, Evan Smith, Pete Alvarado*, Mark Walters*
Absent
Lucas Morris*, Erick Ignaczak*, Stephen Lane*
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