Cypress Landing Master Homeowners Association
 

Culture and Education Committee Minutes
January 8, 2008

 

The meeting was called to order at 3:30 PM by Co-Chair Kathy Russman in the Bay Club.  Members present: Dave Russman, Betty Riddick, Fred Lavin, Mary Lavin, Betty Nelson, Sue Wingard, Rick Wingard, Helen Sommerkamp; Laura Toth, Gena Schultz.
 
Minutes: The minutes were approved as written.
Treasurer’s Report:  Betty Riddick reported that end of 2007 year balance was $106.29 under budget. HOA approved budget for 2008 is $1,725.00.   It was moved, seconded and carried approve the report as submitted.
 
Old Business:
 
Co Chairs: Nomination of Fred and Mary Lavin as co-chair for the committee was moved and seconded.  There was unanimous vote in favor of the motion.
 
Policy and Procedure Review:  Kathy Russman distributed and reviewed The Monthly Event Procedure and Event Planning Form and important point were discussed.
1.  A new Reservation Form is required for all events.   These are available from Catherine in the HOA office.
2.       Prior to implementation all program events need approval of the Education and Cultural Committee.
3.       Facilitators should speak directly with the presenter to obtain specific information for a promotion flyer and needed equipment.
4.       Publicity Flyer creation was discussed and the following points were made:  
·         Laura Toth is contact person for help with flyer development. 
·         The flyer should not have borders, but be attractive to get attention. 
·         Catherine should receive the flyer 3 weeks in advance.  Copies of the flyer should be posted on bulletin boards.  
·         Use the Logo on the Thank You cards to help identify the E&C committee functions.
·         There is a list of residents who need to have flyers delivered to their paper boxes. 
                                               
Facilitator for 2008 Programs:
            January 13 - Bob Ebendorf, ECU School of Art and Design (Bev Lascher)
February 10 – John Kramer, Introduction to Opera (Magic Flute) (Dave and Kathy Russman)  Committee voted to contract for piano rental and tuning to support this program. Betty Riddick confirmed there are 2 piano rentals included in the budget.
March 9 – Alethia Cook, Homeland Security presented by (Laura Toth and Rick Wingard)
April 13 - Chamber of Commerce Washington (Maja Weaver)
May 11 – CL Covenant Refresher and Update by Charlie Moore (Rick Wingard) Suggestion was agreed that the Covenant Refresher to moved to a Thursday date in May and another program found for the Sunday date.
 
New Business:
           
HOA Committee Orientation Booklet:  Kathy Russman reviewed with the committee.  Interested members can borrow the book to familiarize themselves with protocols.
The committee will report quarterly in January, April, July and October to the HOA on the 3rd Tuesday morning.
 
 
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Program Ideas for 2008:
 
Holiday Program was set for December 14, 2008.  Location and scope of the event will continue to be developed.
Committee discussed a variety of ideas for programming and dissemination of cultural opportunities to the community.   Betty Nelson and Rick Wingard will explore the committee’s role to better serve CL community.
 
 
Landing article: Fred Lavin volunteered to write Landing articles for the committee.
 
 
Board Action Requested/Required:     Helen Sommerkamp, was asked to seek board clarification for charging a fee to cover the cost should the Holiday event be held at an off site location.
 
 
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:05 PM on a motion made, seconded and carried.
 
 
Next meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2008, 3:30 PM.
 
 
 
 
Respectfully submitted,
Sue Wingard
Recording Secretary

 

 

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