Tuesday, February 7, 2006.
PRESENT: Robert Kinports (Presiding), Kerry Deal, Cal Garcia, Ruben Garcia III, Pat Harris, Ethel Landers, Clayton Marsh (Recording), Anthony Parra, Don Reynolds, Tracy Tabin, Bill Tomasini
ABSENT: Stuart Clyde, Diana Ferraro, Gina Whitaker
GUESTS: John Forsman, David Kilburn, John Strawn, Dante Tognazzi, Ken Kunert
6:35 PM:
Meeting called to order by the President, Robert Kinports.
1.] Issue: Minutes of January 2006 Meetings (Clay)
Anthony moved and Tracy seconded a motion to approve the corrected Minutes of the Board Meeting of Tuesday, January 3, 2006, and the Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of Saturday, January 28, 2006. Motion carried unanimously.
Anthony moved and Tracy seconded a motion to approve the corrected Minutes of the Board Meeting of Tuesday, January 3, 2006, and the Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of Saturday, January 28, 2006. Motion carried unanimously.
2.] Issue: Treasurer’s Report for January 2006 (Kerry)
Cal moved and Anthony seconded a motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report for the month of January 2006. Motion carried unanimously.
Cal moved and Anthony seconded a motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report for the month of January 2006. Motion carried unanimously.
3.] Issue: Mardi Gras Dance (Robert/Ruben)
The Mardi Gras Dance is to be held at Trinity Hall on Saturday, February 25, 2006. Robert said he will ask Jack Breezee to do the food. Ruben will handle decorations. Robert said he had purchased lights for the dance which could be added to for future events. It was agreed that, due to venue fatigue and a drop off in attendance at past dances, admission will be $10 per person. Bill moved and Ethel seconded a motion to approve the budget for the Mardi Gras Dance. Motion carried unanimously.
The Mardi Gras Dance is to be held at Trinity Hall on Saturday, February 25, 2006. Robert said he will ask Jack Breezee to do the food. Ruben will handle decorations. Robert said he had purchased lights for the dance which could be added to for future events. It was agreed that, due to venue fatigue and a drop off in attendance at past dances, admission will be $10 per person. Bill moved and Ethel seconded a motion to approve the budget for the Mardi Gras Dance. Motion carried unanimously.
4.] Issue: Youth Group (David K.)
David Kilburn announced that grant had been submitted to the HRC for a Grant In Aid to fund a Youth Project Conference would be held at CalPoly on May 20, 2006 with the aim of outreach to parents, educators, counselors, and other youth allies. Robert asked that an article be written for the News & Reviews to publicize it.
David Kilburn announced that grant had been submitted to the HRC for a Grant In Aid to fund a Youth Project Conference would be held at CalPoly on May 20, 2006 with the aim of outreach to parents, educators, counselors, and other youth allies. Robert asked that an article be written for the News & Reviews to publicize it.
5.] Issue: Equality California (David K.)
David Kilburn announced that Equality California would be holding “Get Engaged” events throughout California on February 14, 2006 and asked the participation of all interested persons in applying for Marriage Licenses and at the other events. David K. also announced that “Pursuit of Equality”, a film sponsored by GALA, Equality California, and Lisa Kilburn and Jim Maino, will be presented at the SLO Film Festival at the Palm Theatre on March 9, 2006 with a reception to follow at Chow Novo next door. He stated that he had participated in another statewide conference call where he learned that the far right have recently stepped up their fundraising drives, and that there is a pilot project underway in certain areas of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego to survey GLBT response to the concept of civil marriage. David asked that if anyone is interested in holding a house party fundraiser, they should contact him.
David Kilburn announced that Equality California would be holding “Get Engaged” events throughout California on February 14, 2006 and asked the participation of all interested persons in applying for Marriage Licenses and at the other events. David K. also announced that “Pursuit of Equality”, a film sponsored by GALA, Equality California, and Lisa Kilburn and Jim Maino, will be presented at the SLO Film Festival at the Palm Theatre on March 9, 2006 with a reception to follow at Chow Novo next door. He stated that he had participated in another statewide conference call where he learned that the far right have recently stepped up their fundraising drives, and that there is a pilot project underway in certain areas of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego to survey GLBT response to the concept of civil marriage. David asked that if anyone is interested in holding a house party fundraiser, they should contact him.
6.] Issue: History Project (David K.)
David K. announced that Katrina and Sarah have been doing a remarkable job taping interviews with GLBT seniors, such as Wil (now deceased) and Bill, Clifford and Don, Rachel and Betty, and Rosemary Lane. He reminded the Board that the project was funded by a grant from the California Council on the Humanities, and that the video equipment acquired will remain the property of GALA for whatever uses the Board might designate. He also stated that the editing of the film has been proceeding along with the taping and that the premiere of the finished product should be before the June 30, 2006 termination date of the project.
7.] Issue: Visions Fundraiser (Don/Clay)
Don stated that the next Visions Fundraiser is scheduled April 30, 2006 at Shore Cliff Lodge in Pismo Beach and that a search is on to find a celebrity speaker. Robert requested that an article be written for the March/April issue of News & Reviews and that a budget be prepared for presentation at the March Board Meeting. He also stated that he would ask Ryan to set up a link on the Pride web page for ordering tickets.
David K. announced that Katrina and Sarah have been doing a remarkable job taping interviews with GLBT seniors, such as Wil (now deceased) and Bill, Clifford and Don, Rachel and Betty, and Rosemary Lane. He reminded the Board that the project was funded by a grant from the California Council on the Humanities, and that the video equipment acquired will remain the property of GALA for whatever uses the Board might designate. He also stated that the editing of the film has been proceeding along with the taping and that the premiere of the finished product should be before the June 30, 2006 termination date of the project.
7.] Issue: Visions Fundraiser (Don/Clay)
Don stated that the next Visions Fundraiser is scheduled April 30, 2006 at Shore Cliff Lodge in Pismo Beach and that a search is on to find a celebrity speaker. Robert requested that an article be written for the March/April issue of News & Reviews and that a budget be prepared for presentation at the March Board Meeting. He also stated that he would ask Ryan to set up a link on the Pride web page for ordering tickets.
8.] Issue: Women’s Dance (Ethel/Diana)
Ethel said she had learned through surveying several women that there was some boredom with the music at past Women’s Dances and that the distance to the dance was a problem for many. It was stated that even Mo’s women’s dance scheduled for February 11, 2006 had been canceled due to lack of interest. Cal stated that it might be easier to get a group together for a wine tour. Clay agreed that it would not need to be a Women’s Dance, but rather could and should be a type of women’s event that the majority preferred. Since the event is tentatively scheduled for May, Robert asked that an article be written by the April 1st deadline for the May/June issue of News & Reviews.
Ethel said she had learned through surveying several women that there was some boredom with the music at past Women’s Dances and that the distance to the dance was a problem for many. It was stated that even Mo’s women’s dance scheduled for February 11, 2006 had been canceled due to lack of interest. Cal stated that it might be easier to get a group together for a wine tour. Clay agreed that it would not need to be a Women’s Dance, but rather could and should be a type of women’s event that the majority preferred. Since the event is tentatively scheduled for May, Robert asked that an article be written by the April 1st deadline for the May/June issue of News & Reviews.
9.] Issue: Reverse Drawing Barbecue Pride Fundraiser (Anthony)
Anthony explained the Reverse Drawing Barbecue to be used as a fundraiser for Pride. Tentative plans call for the event to be held in May at either the Odd Fellows Hall or possibly the End Of The Line Cafe. After prize money is distributed and expenses are met, GALA should realize a clear $10,000 profit.
Anthony explained the Reverse Drawing Barbecue to be used as a fundraiser for Pride. Tentative plans call for the event to be held in May at either the Odd Fellows Hall or possibly the End Of The Line Cafe. After prize money is distributed and expenses are met, GALA should realize a clear $10,000 profit.
10.] Issue: Pride Dance Theme (Ruben/Bill)
No theme has been decided on for the Pride Dance. Holding a contest to find one is a possibility.
No theme has been decided on for the Pride Dance. Holding a contest to find one is a possibility.
11.] Issue: Reviving Musicale (Robert/Clay)
Robert said he would like to see the revival of Musicale with the possibility of holding it at Gary Grossman’s new home in August 2006, if the house is ready in time. Clay said that Clifford and Don might allow it to be held at Chapman House now that the threat of ADA lawsuits has abated, and that he would check and report back at the next Board Meeting.
Robert said he would like to see the revival of Musicale with the possibility of holding it at Gary Grossman’s new home in August 2006, if the house is ready in time. Clay said that Clifford and Don might allow it to be held at Chapman House now that the threat of ADA lawsuits has abated, and that he would check and report back at the next Board Meeting.
12.] Issue: Waiter’s Dinner (Anthony/Pat)
Conrad Mendoza has requested that the Waiter’s Dinner be a co-venture with the Community Counseling Center and that the work and profits be shared 50/50. Anthony to contact Conrad.
Conrad Mendoza has requested that the Waiter’s Dinner be a co-
13.] Issue: Halloween Dance (?)
No one has volunteered to head this. Tabled until next Board Meeting.
No one has volunteered to head this. Tabled until next Board Meeting.
14.] Issue: Holiday Party At Embassy Suites (Robert)
Still in planning stage. Tabled until next Board Meeting.
Still in planning stage. Tabled until next Board Meeting.
15.] Issue: San Luis Obispo Sesquicentennial (Ethel)
Ethel said that we should take advantage of the event by using the History Project video.
Ethel said that we should take advantage of the event by using the History Project video.
16.] Issue: Grants (Robert/Diana/Lorelei)
Robert said that he had to get with Diana and Lorelei to prepare grant applications for the Promotional Coordinating Committee for advertising for Pride, and for the Community Foundation for the completion of the GALA Center and Library. He also said that we need to set the duties of the Librarian.
Robert said that he had to get with Diana and Lorelei to prepare grant applications for the Promotional Coordinating Committee for advertising for Pride, and for the Community Foundation for the completion of the GALA Center and Library. He also said that we need to set the duties of the Librarian.
17.] Issue: New GALA Logo (Board)
Robert asked the Board to select the new GALA logo from among the 15 unidentified entries that had been received. The winner of the $200 prize with 10 votes was an entry by Diana Ferraro. Clay voted Nay on all the entries. The new logo will be used on all stationery, signs, posters, banners, and merchandise.
Robert asked the Board to select the new GALA logo from among the 15 unidentified entries that had been received. The winner of the $200 prize with 10 votes was an entry by Diana Ferraro. Clay voted Nay on all the entries. The new logo will be used on all stationery, signs, posters, banners, and merchandise.
18.] Issue: Signature Cards for Bank and Trust Fund Accounts (Kerry)
Kerry reported that the Officers had completed the signature cards for the accounts at Mission Community Bank, but that signature cards for the Schwab accounts needed to be completed and submitted to Jim Maino. Clay will have the documents notarized before submission.
Kerry reported that the Officers had completed the signature cards for the accounts at Mission Community Bank, but that signature cards for the Schwab accounts needed to be completed and submitted to Jim Maino. Clay will have the documents notarized before submission.
19.] Issue: Tabled Items
Due to time constraints, the following items were tabled for discussion and possible action at the next Board Meeting:
Annual Picnic
Halloween Dance
Holiday Party
Legality of New Bylaws
GALA Annual Budget
Due to time constraints, the following items were tabled for discussion and possible action at the next Board Meeting:
Annual Picnic
Halloween Dance
Holiday Party
Legality of New Bylaws
GALA Annual Budget
20.] Issue: PG&E Award Donation
Robert presented the Board with two $500 award checks from his employer, PG&E. He asked that the money be used to purchase leather club chairs for use in the Library. He said that he was also able to negotiate a further discount in exchange for advertising so that there would be no cost to GALA. Don moved and Ethel seconded a motion to approve the purchase and to thank Robert for his generosity. Motion carried unanimously.
Robert presented the Board with two $500 award checks from his employer, PG&E. He asked that the money be used to purchase leather club chairs for use in the Library. He said that he was also able to negotiate a further discount in exchange for advertising so that there would be no cost to GALA. Don moved and Ethel seconded a motion to approve the purchase and to thank Robert for his generosity. Motion carried unanimously.
21.] Issue: Elimination of Extra Phone Lines
Robert said that GALA could save approximately $500 per year by eliminating the Paso Robles and Santa Maria phone numbers. Cal asked about 800 number service instead. It was pointed out that it would be more expensive than the current system. Ethel moved and Anthony seconded a motion to remove the two extra phone lines, but to continue the GALA listing in the directories. Motion carried unanimously.
Robert said that GALA could save approximately $500 per year by eliminating the Paso Robles and Santa Maria phone numbers. Cal asked about 800 number service instead. It was pointed out that it would be more expensive than the current system. Ethel moved and Anthony seconded a motion to remove the two extra phone lines, but to continue the GALA listing in the directories. Motion carried unanimously.
22.] Issue: Around The Table
Clay stated that he had been contacted by Jodi Segal of Pacific Pride Foundation in Santa Barbara. She said that they were reforming the organization after the departure of Janet Stanley, and that they were hoping to rebuild connections with GALA. PPF is holding open houses in Santa Barbara on February 24, 2006, and in Santa Maria on March 13, 2006 to welcome their new Executive Director, David Selberg.
Clay stated that he had been contacted by Jodi Segal of Pacific Pride Foundation in Santa Barbara. She said that they were reforming the organization after the departure of Janet Stanley, and that they were hoping to rebuild connections with GALA. PPF is holding open houses in Santa Barbara on February 24, 2006, and in Santa Maria on March 13, 2006 to welcome their new Executive Director, David Selberg.
23.] Issue: Gift For Janna Nichols
Robert canvassed the Board to approve a gift to Janna Nichols of a $100 gift certificate for dinner, and a $50 gift certificate for Staples in gratitude for her excellent work in conducting the 2006 Board Retreat. Approval was unanimous.
Robert canvassed the Board to approve a gift to Janna Nichols of a $100 gift certificate for dinner, and a $50 gift certificate for Staples in gratitude for her excellent work in conducting the 2006 Board Retreat. Approval was unanimous.
8:12 PM:
Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
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Clayton R. Marsh,
Secretary
Secretary
[A continuation of the Board Retreat followed this meeting.]