December 29th,
1998
Note: Next meeting will be held
Saturday, January 30th, 1999 at the Ala Wai Paladium
(5:30 PM).
Subj: December ’98 Federation
Meeting Minutes
The December 1998 Federation
Meeting was convened at 4:35 p.m. on Dec 13th, 1998 at
the Kahala Community Center.
1. Attendance: The
Federation Chairman, Treasurer, and Secretary were in attendance.
The following clubs were represented: Aloha Paradise Dancers,
Hayseeds, Diamond Heads & Sides, Pali Twirlers, and Square
Wheelers.
a. A total of 10 Federation
members and guests were in attendance.
b. The Chairman opened the
meeting and welcomed everyone.
2. Minutes: The minutes for
the November 1998 Regular Meeting were reviewed. No corrections
were noted and the minutes were accepted as presented.
3. Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer’s report was distributed for review. The
balance was $9,747.11 in checking and $2,755.57 in savings for a
total of $12,522.68. Funds held in escrow for club convention
activities total $7,022.30 for a balance of $5,500.38. The
Treasurer’s Report was accepted as presented.
4. Committees: Committee
Chairpersons present gave a brief outline of their duties and
progress.
a. Advertising – Nothing
to present.
b. Social Calendar –
Nothing to present.
c. Convention
1. Committee volunteers
are as follows: Chairman – Dave Lemon; Bus
Coordinator – Tim Voss (new); Caller Hospitality
– Don & Joanne McNeil; Decorations – Janet
Granich; Greeters – Jim & Esther Gresham; Hall
Services Coordinator – ????; Fun Badges/Dance Tips
– Tim Voss; Mailing Coordinator – Pat Murphy;
Packets/Badges/Ribbons – Henry Staehle; Program
Schedule – Andy Scott; Program Book – Bonnie
Dotter; Registration – Gil Gilbert; Vendors –
Kim Akagi; Security Coordinator - ???.
2. Japan Travel Bureau has
booked 12 dancers
3. People’s Republic
of China Square Dance Organization is sponsoring 35
dancers. Still working visas, etc.
4. Hilo Hattie will host a
free Fashion Show at Beachcomber Hotel. Followed by
dinner, cocktails and the Magic Show. Option to attend
just the Magic of Polynesia Show.
5. Registration is 161 confirmed + 35 pending. Dec
’97 = 157.
6. Big Island Dance on Jan
24th is canceled – only 4 reservations
were received.
7. Round Dance Party
Wednesday, Jan 27th from 7:30 to 9:30 PM at
the Palladium (note: the Magic Show ends at 7:30 PM).
8. Decorating Party is
Thursday, Jan 28th beginning at 2:00 PM –
flowers, greens, and help is needed. Please bring your
Club Banners with suction cups (provided if you
don’t have them).
9. Packet Stuffing Party
is Saturday, Jan 16th, 10:00 AM at the
Schneiderman’s in Kailua. Pali Twirlers are hosting
as a potluck/pool party.
5. Correspondence:
a. 50th National
Convention Committee (2001 – Anaheim CA) is requesting
support for its Commemorative Stamp petition.
b. IRS Audit of 1997 Federal
Tax Return – error in reporting income tax due -
$282.50. There is a $100.00 penalty and $20.93 interest
charge for a total due of $403.43.
6. Old Business:
a. Revised Bylaws: Still
pending Chairman’s review of May inputs.
b. All clubs voting selected
Royal Blue. Material available from Kim Akagi. Will wear
colors for Convention Grand March on Saturday night.
c. Year 2000 Convention -
Special Planning – Activities – Slogans. Some ideas
were presented – nothing significant. Need INPUT.
d. Nominations for Federation
Officers due for Jan 30th Annual meeting. Need
willing volunteers. Contact Tim Voss.
7. New Business:
a. Royal Aloha Badge: two
conventions in 3 years; Hawaii – two special dances in 3
years; Maui – one special dance in 3 years. Requires
event officer’s signature. Big Island suggested we
authorize self-certification and grandfather dates from prior
years. Motion was made and seconded to self certify and
backdate. After discussion to clarify that recipient must go
to all three islands, the motion was carried.
b. Featured Convention
Callers/Cuers are available for Trail-in/out events. See
list. Clubs should contact the caller/cuer directly.
8. Club Reports/Events:
Reminder – written notes are requested to ensure accuracy.
a. St. Patrick’s Day
Festival, Hilo. March 12 – 14th 1999.
b. Tsunamis host Bob Goldberg
from California; Maui April 1st, Hilo April 2nd, April 3
– 5th Oahu.
c. 41st California State
Convention. Sacramento, CA. April 16 – 18 1999.
d. 48th National
Convention, Indianapolis, IN. Jun 23 – 26 1999.
e. USA West Convention: Las
Vegas, NV. Aug 11- 14 1999.
f. Bill Peters is moving to
Maui. Congratulations Maui!!!
g. New USDA Web Page at
http://www.square-dancing.com/USAWest/NV
h. APD will be dark Dec 24th.
Anniversary dance is Feb 24th. Dec 31st
there will be a dance at Halsey. Bring pupus.
i. Diamond Heads ‘N Sides
will have a Christmas potluck Dec 18th. Potluck
starts at 6:00 PM; guests are welcome. New cuer – Dan
and Allison Drumheller.
j. Square Wheelers
Valentine’s Dance at the Palladium Feb 14th.
9. Next Meeting: The next
meeting of the federation will be held Saturday, January 30th
at 5:30 PM at the Ala Wai Paladium. This will be the Annual
Meeting and election of officers. Regular January 10th is
canceled.
10. Meeting was adjourned
at 5:20 PM.
Respectfully
submitted,
Linda A. Bonney,
Secretary
