September 06, 2012 -Meeting Minutes

·         Meeting called to order at 12:09pm.

·         Andre presented the minutes from the first meeting held on 8/23 for club members to read.

A.  Andre asked for a motion to approve the minutes.

-  Genevieve motioned.

-  Nellie seconds the motion.

·         Andre presented the minutes from the second meeting held on 8/30 for club members to read.

A.  Andre asked for a motion to approve the minutes.

-  Robert motioned.

-  Keith seconds the motion.

·         Alicia introduced Jennifer McGuire from the Trevor Project and Joan from PFLAG.

·         Jennifer presented information about “A Day of Remembrance” on October 6^th and 7^th. To get involved everyone brings shoes in remembrance of someone who committed suicide. 

A.  Alicia interjected that this will be a visual representation to display just how many suicides happen. There will be a box in her office if members would like to donate any pair of shoes to the cause.

B.  Joan commented that the shoes should be in decent condition because they will be donated for use after the representation ends.

·         Andre mentioned Club Social to establish who will be going. Members attending include:

A.  Andre

B.  Genevieve

C.  Robert

D.  Nellie

·         Andre announced that the wristbands planned to be sold at Club Rush are no longer distributed by Rainbow Delegation and Gay Central Valley has taken over duties. Because of this change the wristbands are now available for purchase at $1.00 each but cannot be re-sold according to Gay Central Valley’s terms and conditions.

A.  Members discussed possibly changing vendors or creating wristbands and having those available to sell.

B.  By majority vote, club members decided to continue with the purchase of the wristbands through Gay Central Valley and distribute them for free with a donation jar available for those that do wish donate.

-  Alicia mentioned that Andre should call Gay Central Valley and verify information so COS will issue the check to a valid non-profit since Rainbow Delegation was not a registered non-profit.

·         Andre asked Genevieve how much meat will be needed for the Frito boats that will be sold at Club Rush based on the amount used last year.

A.  Genevieve is going to double check but estimated about 2-3 pounds of ground turkey meat.

B.  Gailerd Swisegood mentioned a possible re-evaluation of the selling of Frito boats due to the fact that Nachos will be sold by the Social Work Club and the two products are similar which could drive down sales.

C.  Germaine interjected an idea to also sell Hot Cheetos in the bag with nacho cheese inside.

D.  Members voted to continue with the sales of the Frito boats.

·         Andre asked to see a show of hands of members that paid dues at the last meeting because they did not get record of one member that had paid.

A.  This missing member/info of paid dues was America’s.

B.  Andre mentioned that member dues are due today but are not necessary unless you wish to be a voting member.

·         Jennifer introduced information about an exhibition booth that will be in the exhibit hall at the Tulare Fair next week.

A.  9 local LGBTQA groups will be creating this exhibit.

B.  They already have a COS PRIDE poster ready for the exhibit.

C.  They are looking for volunteers to help decorate (Rainbows), donate and host the exhibit.

-  Jennifer will send volunteers the necessary information needed to host the exhibit and will also provide cheat sheets on all of the local clubs and organizations along with their information for the volunteer to present to those asking for further information.

D.  There will be highly monitored security for the exhibit and any problems occur it will be dealt with immediately by removal from the fair completely.

E.  A sign-up sheet was passed around for volunteers for 3 hour shifts (Wed-Sun) to sign up for. Name, phone number, and email were asked of those that wish to volunteer.

F.  Volunteers will most likely get fair and parking passes but nothing is guaranteed. If a member can only volunteer with available passes they were asked to put an asterisk next to their name and Jennifer will definitely get the passes.

G.  Andre asked if members had any other questions.

H.  Gailerd Swisegood asked Jennifer if all volunteers are welcome from any organization. Jennifer replied with a yes of course and stated that the theme of the exhibition is “Celebrate Diversity” and that’s exactly what they plan to do, so everyone is welcome.

I.   Members ended the discussion with a round of applause for Jennifer’s presentation.

·         Andre gave further information about Family Fest

A.  The price is $6 per car.

B.  Brooke of Gay Visalia would like volunteers to help set up. Andre passed a volunteer sheet around for those available to help out.

C.  A sign-up sheet for the Family Fest potluck was also sent around.

·         Andre mentioned that the hang out day, next Thursday, Sept 13^th, will consist of 15 minutes of club business and the rest of the time will be “hang out” time only.

A.  Andre asked Genevieve to start passing around the sign-up sheet.

B.  Andre mentioned that Germaine will be in contact.

·         Juan gave an ICC update with an overview of events going on in other clubs. Including:

A.  Club Reports:

-  Young Democrats: Will be selling baked goods on Thursday Sept. 6^th from 10-1 in the quad.

-  AG Dairy Club: Kim P. is going to be taking Heifers to the Fresno Co. Fair

-  Plant Science: Having a tri-tip luncheon that is free to everyone on Thurs Sept. 20^th at the COS Farm.

-  Livestock Club: Is in the process of starting up.

-  Equine Science: COS Horse Show is on Oct. 27-28^th. The club needs volunteers to help setup and help during the event, all clubs are welcome.

-  Blacksmith Convention: On Oct. 19^th-21^st they will be selling pork sausage and lamb at the event.

-  Learning Committee Club (FYE): Will be holding its first meeting in Sycamore 107 from 12-1pm

-  Bowyers Club: Makes handmade bows and will have target shooting at COS Farm Sept. 14^th. Starting at 11am.

B.  Notes about Club Rush:

-  College Republicans: will be selling Polish dogs.

-  AGS:  will sell Tri-tip.

-  BStars: will sell “Greens” and Cornbread.

-  Social Work: Nachos.

-  PUENTE: Puente Wheels/Doritos/Chicharrones.

-  Vets Society: Ice Cream and Sno-Cones.

-  PRIDE Club: Chips (variety) with ground meat and nacho cheese.

-  Young Democrats: Pizza and baked goods.

-  Architecture: Juice drinks with added fruit.

·         Andre introduced “National Coming Out” Day event on October 11^th.

A.  It’s a week-long celebration but only a one day event at COS.

B.  Food Sales will be discussed at a later date.

C.  Andre wants to invite a bunch of the local organizations, such as:

-  The Trevor Project

-  Porterville Pride

-  PLFAG

-  Gay Visalia

-  Etc. (e.g. Health center will be displaying depression awareness information.)

D.  Alicia made everyone aware that this is an event that is the schools responsibility that the PRIDE advisors are in charge of it, not the club, so not to overwhelm ourselves.

E.  Alicia also mentioned that we can invite other clubs but to keep in mind the club message when choosing which club to invite; because some of them may not share the same views as the Pride club and will conflict with the message we are trying to present.

F.  Gailerd interjected that he and Alicia have shirts available which is a great way of representing the club.

G.  Alicia stated that in the past they’ve had a microphone out on stage for people to go up to and speak about coming out or to actually come out on, and will probably do the same thing this year.

H.  Alicia mentioned that since October is LGBT history month, a display of LGBT history will be there. Talk to her about any ideas that members have for this display.

I.   Last year’s feedback was that people wanted even more so this year we’re aiming to meet that request.

·         Andre will soon go speak to the ASB about Soup Day.

A.  For new members: Soup day is a way to give back the students by giving everyone a free hot meal. Some of which wouldn’t have been able to have lunch otherwise. It’s a way to make a difference within our community.

B.  It will be held on either November 8^th or 15^th.

C.  We will involve other clubs such as ASB and the Sustainability Club.

D.  Last year during soup day we raised money for the Eric James Memorial Scholarship through donations.

·         Andre asked members to get ready to participate in an icebreaker.

·         Andre asked for any other business or comments?

A.  Benjamin stated that he will be attending a bible study for the LGBT community called “Gay and Christian” and if anyone would like to participate, contact Mr. Swisegood.

B.  Andre thanked new members for attending.

C.  Joan mentioned that PFLAG’s next meeting is on September 16^th and Judy Shepherd a speaker about hate crimes and violence will be there. There is no new information about the painting on “Make a Difference Day”.

·         Andre asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

A.  Juan Motioned

B.  Nellie seconds the motion.

·         Meeting is adjourned at 12:54pm