Executive Committe Meeting
Stony Brook Camera Club
October 10, 2007

Held at the home of President, Shiv Verma.
 
Present were, Don Plouffe, Treasurer, Glenn Browning, Vice President, Brenda Cleveland, Secretary, Dan Charbonnet and Paul Burke.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
 
First order of business was membership and dues. At present we have 150 paid members with 6 people that have sent checks, bringing the total to 156. For the past several meetings we have had 85 members in attendance. So do we keep the number of members at 165 or cap at 156? If we let more members in we must count as two for our Christmas party, which could cause a problem for space. Shiv made a motion to cap membership at 165. Don would like to cap at 160.
The motion passed unanimously at 160.
Second order of business was a new club logo. Shiv made a motion to replace the old image of the camera and replace it with a more modern version . Also the new membership cards will have the new logo along with the name badges.
Motion passed unanimously.
 
It was also discussed that the members will be responsible for their own badges and possibly pay a $1.00 fine for not wearing them to meetings. No answer at this time.
 
The subject of a new projector was discussed. The cost will be $ 2,800.00 This will go before the membership for approval. Shiv is looking at a 1440 x 1050 - SX50.
 
We have purchased a new viewing screen for $500.00. The Senior Center has no problem with us putting up the screen. Shiv will look into the building permit and how we can support the screen. Installation will be free due to the help of members. A discussion followed about whether we can afford a new projector.
 
The budget was discussed and Don will redo the budget for present totals. It was mentioned about fund raising, but nothing was decided.
 
Other pending items: Field trips. Shiv will talk to Jim to see if one of the committee members will take over this job.
 
Finalize slide rules, Shiv will remove this statement indicating “Awaiting Final Approval” from the web site.
 
There was much discussion about Stony Brook hosting the International competition.  Dan explained in detail all that is involved in putting on such an event. He expects that for the first year we will probably break even. Dan wanted to work with Shiv on the site before he makes a proposal. A motion was made by Shiv to host and run SBCC International in the calendar year 2008. Amended by Dan to host in 2008/2009 of club year.
Passed unanimously.
 
Shiv spoke about doing a portrait shoot for the seniors as a community involvement. A special interest group will meet after the meeting on Thursday. Jim Barbieri will run this group.
 
Paul spoke about members asking what category they should be in for example B,A, AA? or bring in a portfolio for  the committee to review and vote on.
 
Don spoke about the membership application on the web should be the same as the paper copy.
 
Meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted, Brenda Cleveland