Troop 206 Parent’s Committee Meeting Minutes

Date: May 12, 2003

Presiding: John Norton, Committee Chair

Scribe: Paul Robistch

 

As per the Parent's Meeting for Troop #206 held at Sacred Heart on Monday, 05-12-03, various topics were covered. 

 

1)  The meeting was kicked off by all the parent's (including some new one's, introducing themselves, saying who they were the parent of and all the Scouts had done for their son.  The parent's included their function and their role in the troop. 

Because of the many new faces that have been and will be entering the troop, we will be encouraging ways in which to get to know everybody and institute introductions into the meetings. 

 

2) JLT (Junior Leadership Training) was also discussed.  It will be held between 06-22-03 and 06-28-03 for the Pac Skyline Council (other Councils offer training on different summer weeks). During the course of this training, the boy leaders will be drilled in various areas.  Parent's will be required to complete the necessary registration and provide transportation as needed.  It is highly encouraged that the Scouts who get elected for troop offices should attend.  The cost should be approximately $120.00. and will be reimbursed by the Troop.  Interested parents should contact the Scoutmaster.

 

3) Julie D. mentioned that we plan or at least hope to go to Catalina Island for Summer Camp in 2005.  The tentative dates should be either July 10th through July 16th or July 17th through July 23rd.  Where to go for summer of 2004 is still to be determined by the boys.

 

4) The 2003 Sequoia Distric Camporee was replaced on a one time only event basis this year by an Emergency Preparedness exercise.  Approximately 140 boys attended as the event included units from the Stanford district..  It was an all day event consisting of a morning of simulated civil disorder following a terrorist attack and concluded with class on specific elements of preparedness. The day started off with explosions and air raid sirens during breakfast as was accompanied by a relentless rain storm.

 

5) On the weekend of May 31, 2003 and June 1, 2003 there will be a Wilderness Survival outing  at the Boulder Creek Scout Reservation.  The hike in will be approximately 2 1/2 Miles and the hike out will be approximately 1 mile.  The event will be headed by ASM Phil M and SPL Tim B.

 

6)  There will another Board of Review on May 19, 2003, as well as seminar for ALL new scout parents led by Emma S on how to dress and pack for campouts.

 

7) Due to the weather lately, the Trinity Special Project has been postponed.  It is will be rescheduled for sometime in either July or August.

 

8) The White Water Rafting weekend has been rescheduled to both Father's Day Weekend and August 16th and 17th.  More spots are  available if people are still interested in attending.  If you have already paid, you will not have to pay the fee for the summer.  However, if you decide you want to attend the cost will be $120.00 for June or $140.00 for August.  See Bill A if you’re interested.

 

9) Due to various conflicts,  we be combining the June Court of Honor and Beach Party.  As per Don M, the date has been set for Sunday June 8th.  He will be sending out flyers regarding the event.

 

10)  The traditional Grave Decorating for Memorial Day is set for Saturday, May 24th, 2003.  We will be meeting at Sacred Heart School at 7:30AM and be caravanning up to the National Cemetery in San Bruno.  Coffee and cocoa and doughnuts will be provided in the morning.  We will be placing flags on graves for several hours and then afterwards meeting for an early lunch sometime between 11AM and 12 Noon.

 

11)  There was a discussion of adult and scout recognition at the June Court of Honor and it was decided unanimously to spend up to $100 for this effort.  Chairman John N will organize the script and awards for this ceremony.  Reminder – this will be on the 8th at the beach.  Those interested in helping select appropriate recognition items should contact John.

 

12) Per Julie D, Summer camp fees are due now.  Due to a couple of cancellations, there is still room for last minute add-ons.  Contact Julie for further details.

 

13)  There are a number of Troop positions available to parent volunteers.  The positions and the folks most recently holding them are listed below.  Most could use an assistant.

 

Advancement Chair: Pam F

Aquatics Coordinator: Frances R

Bugle Editor: Frances D

Committee Chair: John N

Chaplain: Ross S

Charter Representative: Bill A

Eagle Code of Honor Coordinator: Larry S

Health & Safety Coordinator: Ria R

Outdoor Chair: Emma S

Pancake Breakfast Coordinator: Keith D

Popcorn Sales Coordinator: Pam F

Recruiting/Webelos Coordinator: Emma S

Secretary: rotates                                            

Service Projects Coordinator: Frances D

Summer Camp Coordinator: Julie D

Transportation Coordinator: Chi M

Treasurer: Eric V

Uniforms Coordinator: Frances R

Webmaster: Bill A

Wreaths Sales Coordinator: Janice S