The regular meeting of the Committee Members was held on Monday February 2^nd, 2009, at the Boy Scout Cabin. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Jim George, Advancement Chairperson.

Matthew D’Antonio, Committee Member

Becky George, Secretary

Jim George, Advancement Chair, Asst Scoutmaster

Pops Griffin, Scoutmaster

Mark Groseclose, Committee Member

Jon Hoover, Public Relations Chair

Ben Jackson, Fundraising Chair

Tammy Ramberger, Committee Member

Kelly Vining, Treasurer

Bill Day, Chairman

John Grim, Committee Member

Ray Ramberger, Outdoor Chair, Asst Scoutmaster

Brian Urig, Equipment Chair

Mark Vining, Committee Member, Asst Scoutmaster

CHAIRMAN — Bill Day absent/NO REPORT:

SCOUTMASTER - Pops Griffin reported:

Klondike Derby was successful, scouts enjoyed the day.

Upcoming Events include:

• February PLC Meeting: To be held at the George’s home at 7pm on Tuesday, February 3^rd.
• February 5^th meeting — 6 Webelos from Pack 213 will be visiting.
• Annual Banquet/Court of Honor: March 7^th or March 28^th 2009, locations were discussed and Becky George and Tammy Ramberger to look into various sites, including Oxford Presbyterian Church, Moore’s UMC, Elk Township Building and Masonic Hall. Vi Carter has agreed to cook again this year. Becky George to contact Vi and choose menu items.

OUTDOORS - Ray Ramberger absent/NO REPORT

Upcoming Activities:

February 13^th — 15^th : Sledding at Hunting Cabin — date changed to February 27^th — March 1^st (tentatively) to discuss with Scouts at Thursday’s meeting.

March 13^th — 15^th : Gettysburg Trip

April 17^th — 19^th : Canoe Trip (tentative date) Jim George to handle

May 1^st — 3^rd : French Creek / Orienteering

June TBA : OARA work weekend

July 12^th — 19^th : BSA Summer Camp

August 13^th — 19^th : Sea Base, Becky George to handle

ADVANCEMENT —Jim George reported:

One Life Scout— to schedule Eagle Board of Review; various committee members have agreed to sit on board.

One 2nd Class Scout— ready for Board of Review for rank of 1^st Class, but he still needs to invite a friend to a meeting!

The following Scouts are ready for a Board of Review:

One Star Scout— to reschedule for rank of Life Scout.

One Tenderfoot— scheduled for February 5^th for rank of 2^nd Class Scout.

Mark Groseclose has agreed to put together a Powerpoint presentation on Eagle Scouts and their accomplishments/contributions to our society and country.

SECRETARY — NO REPORT

TREASURER — NO REPORT

PUBLIC RELATIONS — Jon reported:

Various press releases were prepared and submitted to local papers in connection with the Christmas tree sale; Oxford Tribune, Community Courier both printed articles. The Chester County Press did not.

EQUIPMENT — Brian Urig absent/ NO REPORT

FUNDRAISING — Ben Jackson reported:

Wawa Shorty Hoagie sales: Troop pays #2.50 /coupon and sells coupons for $3.50, thus troop would make $1.00/coupon.

Committee in agreement, but must discuss with both members who were absent before making a final decision.

Ben also mentioned the need to update the plaques and awards around the cabin as incentive for current Scouts.

Kelly Vining reported that the Oxford Fire Hall would like to give away their old sign, which our troop would be happy to accept. Mark Vining will look into the transfer of equipment.

On a motion by Jim George, seconded by Committee, the meeting was adjourned @ 8:40 p.m. by a unanimous vote.

Next meeting will be held on Tuesday February 24^th, 2009 @ 7:00 pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Becky George
Committee Secretary