Notes from SLAIG Teleconference 10/29/2005

 

  1. Gift for Margee in appreciation of her service on the SLAIG Board- Pete researched some options for PSU-related gifts.  Sue looked at his list and narrowed it down to a couple of suggestions to Board.  She suggested either a xmas ornament (~$20) or Nittany Lion Head Bookends (~$27).  The Board agreed on $25-$30 to spend.  Sue will speak with Marty (Marg’s husband!) and email the Board with a final suggestion.
  2. Finances (Keith):  Our SLAIG money came in from the PSAA.  Our balance is now what Keith had predicted in his previous finance report minus $15.
  3. Two Board positions to be open in the spring.  Ideas for replacements on the Board included Chad Elder, Allison Naughton and Erin Markovich.  Tim to contact these people and also entertain others interested.  Suggestion made to have a table at the Anniversary event for committee sign-up, etc.
  4. Use of database for mass emails (like the one sent by SL Zack regarding spring tour).  This prompts us to develop a policy re: use of info from database.  Board members suggested that in the future, individuals outside of the Board need to go through a committee (e.g. connections committee) before use is approved.  Tim to draft a proposal.
  5. Anniversary: 
    1. Lion mascot- Jill to check into availability of the Lion to show up for ~15 minutes during evening event.
    2. Cabaret- Tim has a line-up of about 15 performances already.  Very solid band also in place!
    3. Pictures- Suggestion made to ask a couple of people to purposely photograph key moments during the event to include in future newsletter, website, etc.  Sue to contact Gene Maylock to ask if he is willing to do this.  Still need someone to videotape.
    4. Payment for event

                                                              i.      Tim to contact Nittany Lion Inn on their policy regarding payment for young children (e.g. N/C for under 3?) or reduced prices for other age groups.

                                                            ii.      After acquiring info from Tim, Keith and Jeff to work out setting up payment option online for Anniversary event.  This will include the payment options from Tim’s info regarding kids, as well as disclaimer that no childcare will be provided, and that it will be a “kid-friendly” event.

  1. Bio’s on past members:  Jill, Keith and Sue to write bio’s on Elizabeth Mongan, Denean Williams, and the McPherson’s (Hugh and Janine) respectively for use in newsletter.
  2. Newsletter- Ready for distribution ~ January 2006.  Keith to contact current group for their insert for newsletter with a deadline of Friday, December 2 for submission.