The meeting was called to order by President Robin Hilp at 8:25 p.m. Present in addition to Robin were Carolyn Weaver, Cher Paul, Julie Kawabata, Ron Sheriff, and Cathy Martz.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.

Treasurer's Report: The current chapter bank account has not been formally balanced, but when that is done, the balance is expected to be over $5,000.

Cher will develop a letterhead for the chapter. Robin will send the Meeting Location Survey letter and a copy of the survey to the ASI Board.

Suggested uses for the chapter's revenues include obtaining a domain name for the chapter Web site and possibly a discussion list. The chapter can also consider subsidizing future chapter meetings, either by charging lower fees to attend or by using a Portland site. Another use could be to improve the chapter's Bookfest exhibit. Barbara Kempf will be asked for a Bookfest proposal.

Cher handed out packets of financial materials (stamps, envelopes, vouchers, etc.) to board members.

The board agreed to approach the Web committee about possibly moving the Web site to its own domain as pnwasi.org. Robin will approach Kari Kells by e-mail and ask her for input.

Old Business

Peer Review: The board discussed the relationship of peer review groups to the chapter and decided to maintain the status quo but also maintain awareness of peer review activities.

Future Meetings: The board discussed holding two types of meetings in future: one bigger (in the fall); one smaller and more localized (in the spring), perhaps involving the peer review groups. Both meetings would have a program, chapters officers present, and chapter business conducted. An online meeting would be considered only as a last resort.

Board members agreed that chapter efforts to maintain membership and volunteerism are working.

New Business

Chapter Policies: The board discussed Sherry Smith's proposal for a new chapter committee to compile and document chapter policies, practices, guidelines, and procedures. It was agreed that such an effort is a good idea. Sherry has offered to recruit members for such a project and to find a coordinator. Two examples of areas needing to be clarified and formalized are volunteer and officer recognition; and the comping of officer registrations at meetings.

Banking: Cher reported continuing problems dealing with U.S. Bank. She proposed adding president-elect Ron Sheriff to the bank account.

The meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Julie Kawabata, Secretary