Katy/West Houston Aggie Mothers’ Club
April 3, 2008
General Meeting Minutes
The President of Katy/West Houston Aggie Moms, Penny Nelson, called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone.
Guest Speaker – Ginger Westbrook introduced CARPOOL representatives Matt Grohman and Chris Eschbach. CARPOOL started in ’98 with 6000 rides given to students. On the biggest night 499 rides were given. In February CARPOOL reached 100,000 rides. A student can call for a ride Thursday thru Saturday 10:00pm till 3:00am or until all rides are completed. Enterprise loans 18 cars per night. The CARPOOL number is on the back of all student ID’s. No questions are asked of those needing rides except they must read the agreement and those needing rides are taken home. 300 members are in CARPOOL, members receive training in recognizing alcohol poisoning and medical help is called for if needed. Each car carries one female and one male CARPOOL member during rides. Many other universities have copied Texas A&M’s CARPOOL, it is a wonderful organization. Many lives have been saved since this service became available to Aggies.
Secretary, Kathleen Wilburn said the minutes were posted near the entrance. Rebecca Fox made the motion to approve the minutes, and Marie Rockwood seconded. The minutes were approved as posted.
Treasures Report-Theresa Ashton reported as of 2/19/2008 that the checking account balance was $5,026.07. The total income for March was $1,240.86. The monthly expenses were $888.91, with a balance as of 3/25/08 of $5,378.02. The investment account balance as of 3/25/08 was $23,583.66. Karen Kurt made the motion to approve the minutes and Renee Anchors seconded. The Treasurer’s Report stands approved as read.
Officers and Committees
Vice President at Large/ Love Fund-Nancy Williford said the Love Fund has $138.77.
Vice President/Student drawings-Karen Kurtsaid there would be 3 student drawings.
Parliamentarian-Renee Anchors No report
Care Packages- JoAnn Young & Vicki Welsch Orders for Care Packages were being taken at the meeting, 70 had been sold so far, only 100 available. Assembly would be on April 24, with delivery on April 25 to our Aggies.
.Membership/Directory-Emma Lipperdt said we have 144 members. 47 members were in attendance at the meeting. The new 2007-2008 Membership form is on the website. http://www.katywesthoustonaggiemoms.com/ The Directories are available.
Grocery Rebates- Renee Anchors –Randall’s Good Neighbor Program $97.86 was received.
Historian-Debbie Szuluk No report
Hospitality/Door prizes-Lori Etchison Even with the storm Lori still had a great display as usual and wonderful treats were provided by Aggie Moms.
Programs- Ginger Westbrook May install officers.
Publications-Kay Pontious told us about election results at Sul Ross Statue (Sully) for student government elections and new yell leaders.
Scholarship-Debbie Derong said approximately 20 applications had been received
Socials- Onaida Reichen. A tailgate party is being planned for the Maroon and White game in April.
Friday Movie- Cindy Long. Nimms Island is the movie.
Telephone-Marilyn Mokwa The Hotline was updated. Listen @ 281-394-8108
Ways and Means-Christina McCaslin, Kathy Keene, and Margaret King New Sign up sheets for Parents Weekend are at the table. Lots of volunteers are needed to work on Friday and Sat. April 11-12, 2008.
Webmaster-Sonna Lumpkins reminded all of the website address: http://www.katywesthoustonaggiemoms.com/. Send Sonna Aggie Brags and Recipes.
Nominees for 2008-2009
President---Sonna Lumpkins Vice President at Large---Penny Nelson Vice President---Sherry Whitehurst
Secretary---Debbie Derong Treasurer---Karen Kurt Parliamentarian---Kathleen Wilburn
A Scholarship chair is needed for next year, if you are interested contact Sonna Lumpkins.
Old Business
Big Event – March 29, 2008. A BIG THANK YOU to all that helped. We had 23 moms and 3 high school students help make 47 blankets. Sonna and Penny delivered them to MD Anderson at Christus and Catherine St Christus pediatrics.
New Business
Vote on 5 organizations to donate $100.00 to.
Introduction of new members- First time moms told about themselves and their Aggie. Welcome to Aggie Moms and to the Katy/West Houston Aggie Moms Club.
PARENT’S WEEKEND---APRIL 11-12—BOUTIQUE
Graduates from last August, December and this May sign up with Penny.
Presidents Raffle- tickets on sale until the Howdy Social in June.
Announcements-
Aggie Brags & Good Bull stories-Please call or send the incredible and interesting news of the Aggie Experience to Sonna Lumpkins for posting on the website http://www.katywesthoustonaggiemoms.com/.
Drawing for Door Prizes. Lori Etchison. The winners were Patty Centrowski, Candy Schaffer and Karen Bell. Congratulations to the lucky winners!
Student Drawings-Karen Kurt. said there was enough for 3 student drawings. Congratulations to the lucky student winners!
Next General Meeting is Thursday, May 1, 2008 @ 7:00pm. Installation of Officers for 2008-2009.
Adjournment-Penny thanked everyone for coming. There was no further business, and meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Wilburn
Secretary 2007-2008