Meeting Minutes

Date: February 25, 2009

Attendees:Beth Peterson, Linda Halone, Arlis Esnough, Anita Peck, Michele Wagman, Jan Rogers, Patti Newby, Julie Donaldson, Lauri Dahlberg, Patty Ammannand Amy Mettlach

New Members and Guests:

-Guest of Lauri Dahlberg: Alyson Kouraylan

President Report:- Beth Peterson

-Beth circulated the thank you card from Sharon McKenzie for the retirement gift from the group.

-Beth reported that 21 people attended the one day workshop in January. Three firms brought additional people. Patti Newby said the workshop cost the chapter approximately $3,000 after receiving reimbursement from those attending and from National and paying out speaker expenses. Last year we broke even. The group generally thought it was worthwhile and should be held again next year in January. Consider a new speaker although the group thought Jennifer Wilson was dynamic. CPE certificates have been applied for and Beth will distribute once she receives them from National.

-Beth solicited volunteers for nomination committee for next year’s officers. Linda Halone as incoming President will participate. The duties of the nominating committee shall be to nominate a slate of officers (Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) which will be presented to the membership during the May meeting, at which time the election will be held. A person shall not be eligible to hold office who is not an Active member at the time of election or appointment. She would like a minimum of two more volunteers to participate on the committee.

-Linda Halone presented a motion to sponsor half a refreshment break at the National Conference in Denver for $750. Lauri Dahlberg seconded the motion and it was passed. Beth Peterson will also obtain salted nut rolls and/or granola bars to augment the break.

Vice President Report: - Linda Halone

-March meeting: Book review – The Servant Leader, James Autry.

-April meeting: Tentative speaker on new COBRA laws

-May meeting: Tentative speaker on Linked In networking tool

-June meeting: Roundtable on what was learned at National Conference

Secretary Report– Lori Fuchs

-Not present/no report.

Treasurer Report - Patti Newby

-Balance $1,018.00

-Local Dues Statements mailed

National – Arlis Esnough – National Vice President

-Continuing to work with Sam Allred on strategic initiatives.

Membership – Julie Donaldson

-No report.

Salary Survey – Ann Ferris

-Not Present.

-Salary survey was distributed last week. It is due by Friday, March 20, 2009.

Newsletter/Website – Lauri Dahlberg

-Group discussed whether a newsletter should continue to be published. No content has been offered to Lauri following her requests for information. Julie and Lauri will discuss whether a promotion for membership or newsletter is a best practice for the chapter.

Program– MNCPA Membership: The Benefits, Opportunities, Tools and Resources Available for Both CPA and non CPA Members by Stephanie Schmidt, Member Relations Coordinator

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