The agenda items and minutes of the January 21, 2003, Skills-USA Membership Meeting held in C328 at 9:00 A.M. are as follows.

1. Opening - President, Nick Shaffer, called the meeting to order.

2. Roll Call - Members present checked the attendance sheet. (53 of 84 members present)

3. Treasurer’s Report - Treasurer, Corey Dorhout shared financial statement information on fiscal year 02
    and current year 03. Current cash flow balance is $3,040.18. It was noted that approximately $20,000.00 is
    needed to pay for expenses for the organization for a year.

4. Correspondence - Ron Robinson read a card from National Skills-USA/VICA office thanking NCC for
    hosting the national officers on their Iowa tour. The card indicated that NCC Skills-USA/VICA Chapter is
    being identified as a model chapter.

5. Reports -
    Duck Dive. Steve Gifford reported that the event was successful with an $800.00 profit. Next year changes
    will be made to include more members, organization, and time.

     Tool fest. Michelle reported that the Tool Fest even had nine (9) vendors attend. A profit of $100.00 was     reported. The Tool Fest will be held the same day next year in 2003.

     Pool Tournament. Dennis Wallace reported there were 24 contestants in the pool tournament and a profit
    of $100.00

6. Officer Replacement - The officers called for a vote to replace Katie Vogl as Chapter Secretary as Katie is
    unavailable to participate. A majority of members voted for replacement with the appointment of Aaron
    Techen to the position of Chapter Secretary.

7. New Business -
     TV Raffle. A committee was set up to develop a plan for the TV raffle/fundraiser. Committee members: Pat
    Lange, Brian Mouw, Kyle Raveling, Steven Youngs, Advisor.

     Lollipop Fundraiser. The membership voted to pursue the lollipop fundraiser. Advisor, Jay Kleinwolterink.
    Roses for Valentine’s Day. Members voted not to pursue the sale of roses.

     Legislative Day. Five (5) members/officers have been approved to attend the Iowa Legislative Day on
    February 12th in Des Moines. Anyone interested in attending should contact an officer or advisor.

     Officer Terms. The membership approved two-year terms for the Officer Team. The two-year term will allow
    continuity with officers continuing their positions for the second year.

     Presentation to the NCC Foundation. On April 17, 2003, the NCC Foundation will hear a presentation from the
    Chapter regarding foundation support for chapter activities, etc.

     Perkins Money. Muryl Korver shared the concerns that Federal Perkins dollars may be eliminated next year.
    Muryl asked members for support through a letter writing campaign to legislators encouraging the
    continuation of funding for equipment. Steven Youngs made a motion to write letters, Brian Vitcovich
    seconded. Members approved.

     Student Calling System. Lisa Story presented information about a prospective student calling system under
    development. Anyone interested in participating should apply at Student Services. Students hired will
    receive $7.00 / hour. Interviews will be held February 6 and 7.

     Constitution. The Constitution for the local chapter was distributed for members to review.

8. Deadline - February 3, 2003, is the final day to join Skills-USA/VICA NCC Chapter and participate in
    local contests.

Meeting adjourned at 9:55 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Aaron Techen, Secretary

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