1991 Meetings Reports

11/21/91 General Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at the Minirith-Meier-Tunnell-Wilson Clinic.  Nineteen members and three visitors were in attendance (22 participants).

1. The President called the meeting to order.
2. Dan Bech (Hunter Education Instructor) gave a presentation on the Texas Hunter Education/Safety course.  Many members signed up to take a course that will be given to FCS members at a future date.
3. Elections were held.  The current officers retained their posts by unanimous vote.  Two-year officer terms were determined by a majority vote.
4. The Winter Dove Retreat in January and a proposed Hog Hunt in February were discussed.
5. A club logo for T-shirt designs was discussed.
6. The meeting was closed by the President.

10/29/91 Officers Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at Randy Rowley’s home.  Five officers were present.  Business Meeting minutes:

1. The President called the meeting to order.
2. A discussion was conducted on developing a statement of faith for the club. Work has begun on a statement.
3. A discussion was conducted on the proposed application for the club. The application was accepted.
4. A discussion was conducted on establishing a probationary period for new club members. The proposal was rejected.
5. A discussion was conducted on the pros and cons of utilizing an account at a Credit Union versus a Bank for club dues. The officers decided to further research the matter.
6. A discussion was conducted on developing a mandatory orientation for outings. The proposal was accepted.
7. The meeting was closed by the President with prayer.

8/29/91 General Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at the Minirith-Meier-Tunnell-Wilson Clinic.  Seventeen members were in attendance.  Business Meeting minutes:

1. The President called the meeting to order.
2. Various outings and service projects were discussed.
3. A discussion and vote were held concerning membership dues. Although this proposal was accepted at another Club meeting, another vote was held.  There were sixteen votes for acceptance and one member abstained.  Dues are set at $10.00/year and will be part of the membership application.  These dues will cover the cost of printing newsletters, flyers, directories, ballots, etc., postage, VCR tapes on hunting and fishing (to be shown at club meetings), materials for service projects, and guest speakers at club meetings.  Dues are payable to the Treasurer.  Dues are for the period January 1 through December 31.  Club Officers will decide how funds will be allocated.  If you do not have the funds to pay your membership due, please see the club treasurer.  The officers realize that not everyone will be able to afford a yearly due.  Membership in the club is not dependent on paying a due.  However, the officers stress that as many members as possible pay dues to ensure equality in sharing expenses.
4. The meeting was closed by the President with prayer.

5/30/91 General Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at Furr’s Cafeteria in Northcross Mall.  Ten members were in attendance.  Business Meeting minutes:

1. The President called the meeting to order with prayer.
2. Various outings and service projects were discussed.
3. FCS T-shirts and outdoor art by Eddy Chance were made available to Club Members. T-Shirts sell for $10.00 each.  Membership dues were set at $10.00 per year.  See item 2 from the 5/23/91 Officers Meeting.  It was decided that an application form for membership would be created.  This application will be used for all club prospects and current B&P Club members who are interested in retaining membership.  Our system of membership acceptance (you are a hunter, know a hunter, or have heard of hunting) has become outdated.  The application will weed out persons who do not want to be in the Club or who are inactive (which will save the active members in printing costs and postage.  The system of “hunt with a member and you become a member” also will be eliminated.
4. The meeting was closed by the President with prayer.

5/23/91 Officers Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at Ken Farmer’s home.  All six officers attended.  Business Meeting minutes:

1. It was decided that, in the future, Club T-shirts will be ordered and paid for in advance.
2. A membership due was decided upon. These dues will cover the cost of printing newsletters, flyers, directories, ballots, etc., postage, videotapes on hunting and fishing (to be shown at club meetings), materials for service projects, and guest speakers at club meetings.  Dues are payable to the Treasurer.  Membership dues are for the period January 1 through December 31.  The Club officers will decide how funds will be allocated.  The dues are necessary to ensure equality in sharing expenses.
3. It was decided that the business portion of FCS meetings would begin at 7:00 PM. If you wish to share in a meal please arrive early (suggested 6:00 PM).  Club members who wish to eat will be responsible for securing their food.
4. It was decided that Service Projects will be conducted for members of the Club only at this time. Expanding outside of the Club is a future possibility.
5. The format for General Meetings was decided upon. The meeting will be called to order by the President (with prayer).  The minutes from the last meeting will be read by the Secretary.  Officers will read their reports. 1. Vice President (Outings). 2. Vice President (Service). 3. Vice President (Information). 4. Treasurer.  Old Business will be discussed.  New Business will be discussed.  The meeting will be closed by the President (with prayer).
6. Bi-monthly Officer’s and FCS General Meetings were decided upon. Officers’ meetings will be on the Saturday before each General Meeting (6:00 AM, Kirby Lane Cafe, Research Blvd.).  General meetings will be on the last Thursday of every other month (unless said Thursday is a holiday).  All General Meetings start at 7:00 PM.

2/28/91 General Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at Mr. Charlie Batts’ home.  Eighteen members and one visitor (19 participants) attended.  Business Meeting minutes:

1. Lee Tunnell opened the meeting with prayer.
2. New Club Officers were announced.
3. A vote was conducted on a proposed name change for the club. The Fellowship of Christian Sportsmen won by a large margin.
4. A decision was reached to take the wives to dinner in appreciation for their support of our outdoor activities.
5. A decision was made to have the officers decide on operating procedures for outreach and service ministries, outings, etc.
6. Various outings were discussed.
7. Charlie Batts guarantees a catch of 20+ fish on Lake Travis after work.