TROOP 452

MINUTES

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL

7/21/04

Call to order: Meeting was called to order by Scout Master Alan Valicek in the absence of Committee Chair Robbie McAfoos.

Approval of Minutes: Minutes from June 2004 were approved.

Treasury Report: psam ordener submitted a register report on troop funds. Balance to date is $5630.63 

Advancements: Committee discussed Board of Review process. Questions were raised if Asst Scout Masters can sit on BOR. It was mentioned current policy is registered Committee members, who are current in Youth Protection and Virtus Training may sit on Board of Reviews. Board of Reviews is scheduled for the first troop meeting of the month, every month. Scout must notify Karen Frank prior to the meeting, so she can verify advancements. In addition, BOR may be scheduled through Karen Frank for any other troop meeting, as long as she is given advanced notice, prior to the troop meeting. It was requested if a BOR is scheduled at a troop meeting, other than the first meeting of the month, adults be notified prior to sitting on the BOR, if possible, so they can be prepared, and also, so there will be the required number of adults available for that evening.  

Scout leadership positions are required for advancing ranks, Alan stated he tries to make sure all scouts who need to hold leadership positions, receive them. Alan stated Asst. Patrol leader is not considered as a leadership position.

Training: John Monnat requested he be notified of all Adult training completed so he can keep his records current.

Randy Ordener stated, he was informed by Father Skip, that any adult working with a scout on church property is required to have Virtus training. Virtus training is still available for those who need it. Committee requested training for the Committee members, as there is a course for this. John will request Ron Harris present this for Committee members at a future troop meeting.

Equipment: Committee approved funds for an adjustable hitch for the trailer. Cost approx $140-$150. This will allow multiple vehicles to pull the trailer. A new battery for the trailer is also needed, and funds were appropriated for this.

Fundraising: Bill Kibikas reported poor sales at the July 5, 2004 festival at Stevenson Park. Sales at venues such as Kroger and Walgreen’s have been more successful in the past, and will most likely be planned for future sales.

John Monnat informed the committee the Knights of Columbus has a booth at the Air Show, and offered the scouts to sell First Aid kits there. John thinks the Air Show is weekend of Oct 23, 2004, but he will verify this.

Scoutmaster: Alan Valicek reported there was some confusion at Summer Camp with scouts leaving early accompanied by their parents. It was decided this was a communication issue unique to this camp.

Registered Asst Scoutmasters who attended summer camp, elected to be reimbursed by credit to their camp accounts. psam will take care of this and notify Steve Lippold, keeper of camp accounts.

Calendar: Many upcoming events. Please consult troop’s website calendar for new listings, changes and updates.

Putt Putt planned for Monday, July 26, 2004. Alan will notify SPL Drew Kachnick and request he set it up and notify the scouts.

Operation School Supply Sat. Aug 14, 2004. Scouts need to be at MQ parking lot at 0730h in Class A uniform. Operation is held at U of H main campus, and usually lasts till 11:30 or 12 pm. Service hours will be earned for scouts who attend.

Texas Rock Climbing Gym overnight is scheduled for Sat. Aug 28, 2004. More details will be announced OA ordeal is scheduled for weekend of August 20-22.at Camp Karankawa. Kathleen Meyers stated she would try to find out more information, and notify the troop.

Double Lake’s campout scheduled for Sept 17-19, 2004. Registration is confirmed.

Weekend retreat for scouts working on Ad Altare Dei is Oct 1-3, 2004. This is a mandatory campout.

Enchanted Rock State Park is full for Oct 9-11, 2004. Due to travel distance, and work schedules of adult leaders, committee elected to have October campout at the Knights of Columbus Hall Oct 8-10, 2004. Scouts will perform KC cleanup during the campout. Committee agreed Knights of Columbus is a major supporter of Troop 452, and the troop should also support them whenever possible.

Scouts going to Philmont 2005 should plan on attending Mini Philmont Camp, at El Rancho Cima Oct 15-17, 2004. Henry Valdez is coordinating the camp.  

Adjournment:

Next meeting will be Wed, August 16, 2004 at the Friendswood Library

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