Minutes

Bell Air R/c Flyers May 21 st 2007 Meeting

 The first meeting at the field for 2007 was called to order at 6:30 by President Kelvin Buck. Kelvin welcomed the members and visitors and presented the items for the monthly raffle. There were 28 members and guests present.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.

The treasurer, Ms. Gail Buck gave the financial report.

OLD BUSINESS;

Kelvin declared the May work party a success. The safety barricades were set up and lots of painting and other tasks were completed.

The request to use the field for an IMAAC training session was put off until next season.

Mike Bishop has completed the trainer for this summer’s raffle. The trailer for the Ski to Sea Parade will be furnished by Mr. Russ Haines, and towed by Earl Cammack’s big pick up truck. Planes should be brought to the GAPAC Employees Credit Union parking lot kitty corner from the Trader Joe’s new site around 9 AM to set up the trailer.

NEW BUSINESS;

Kelvin complimented Pat Eastman for his efforts in publicizing the Big Bird. There is a work party scheduled at 10:00 AM Friday June 1 st, to set up the tents and additional barriers for the Big Bird event.

Earl Cammack talked with folks from the flight museum about a possible fly by during the weekend.

There was some discussion on issuing guest memberships. It was agreed to charge $15 per month for temporary membership and field use privileges.

SAFETY REPORT;

The safety officer, Mr. Becker, reported that the big first aid kit had been put to good use for the first time. First aid experts Pat Eastman and Earl Cammack did a great job on a propeller cut on Rennie Stefani’s hand. A new small first aid kid will be put in the frequency board cabinet. Jerry also informed the group of the location for the key to the large first aid kit storage.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM

Minutes were recorded and submitted for approval by Jim Bradshaw.