Executive Board Meeting – June 15, 2006

President Jeann’e Butler called the meeting to order with 21 members present. Minutes of the May 18, 2006 executive board meeting were approved as written in the Newsletter.

Debra Hanson gave the Treasurer’s Report.

Committee reports began with Block of the Month and Rose reporting all is on track. She hinted about an upcoming interesting block.

Shirley Gilmore reported 14 entries on the Challenge.

Liz Ritchie indicated 21 people have signed up next month for charm squares and thanked all who have contributed 5” blocks for the quilt show.

Judi Cooper was happy to report there were 29 Community Quilts turned in at the June meeting. She said the quality was astounding and showed three special quilts and discussion followed regarding the use of these special quilts made by Susan Prukop. She further indicated that the Quilt tying at PUD (May 13th) and the Habitat for Humanity presentation (May 21st) were a rewarding success. A motion was made and carried to place the quilts for sale in the Boutique of the Quilt Show to supplement the budget of Community Quilts, saving any unsold quilts for special donations or occasions.

Twy announced the next documentation would take place in September.

Jen reminded everyone present that Healthy Quilters is scheduled for this Saturday. Rose Shaw suggested it would be helpful for all guild members to circulate the benefit of Healthy Quilters so everyone knows what is available.

Gretchen stated there were eight books donated last month for the library.

Phoebe stated there are now 119 members and a brief discussion followed regarding the growth of the guild.

Rosalie once again reminded everyone present that there is a dire need for a Programs Volunteer for the upcoming year.

Jean Bishop said she intends on stepping up the activity of publicity for the quilt show now that she has finished with school.

Rose, speaking for the Quilt Show Committee, discussed a meeting with the Middle School Superintendent and mentioned issues which were handled. A discussion followed which included possible sites for future shows.

Suzanne solicited items for the grab bags, including fat quarters or other sizes of fabric pieces. The raffle quilt for next year was also discussed at this time and an upcoming meeting was referenced.

Karen indicated that the Row Robin is on schedule & Gretchen stated she appreciates the contributions made for the Special Raffle.

Jen provided all members present with a complete and concise proposal to curb the cost of 2007 workshops. A lengthy discussion followed and the suggestion was made to table the issue until next meeting to digest the report. Members also thanked Jen for all of her work on this project.

Anne Hendrickson informed members present of the procedure for entries in the Lincoln County Fair. She also had materials available and encouraged participation. She stated the date to submit entries is July 10, 2006.

Old Business was opened with an announcement by Helen regarding the Curves raffle quilt, which she stated she has tickets for and that the drawing will be held in September.

The Quilt Show Committee then requested and received volunteers to survey alternative facilities for the quilt show. A discussion followed and several interesting ideas were suggested which will be examined more and a suggestion made in September.

The group was reminded that ideas for challenges should be submitted by September.

The meeting was adjourned..

Jean Maupin, Secretary