The April 19, 2008 meeting of IHC Chapter 14 was called to order by Donald Henderson at the International Ag Center in Tulare.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and then all of the members introduced themselves. Don asked for a moment of silence in memory of Gary Hay who passed away on March 5. Don thanked Corky Wynn for another great breakfast.

Doc Stewart moved to approve the minutes as posted, the motion was seconded and passed.

The annual treasurer's report had been forwarded to the board and was found to be in order. Ira moved that the report be accepted, this was seconded and passed.

Roger Lubiens read the Membership report showing the addition of 10 new members for a total membership of 195 for ‘07. Roger then read the Foundation report for ’07. 8 donations were received and 2 grants were given. $1000 to Carpinteria FFA and $500 to Casper, WY  FFA.  There is a balance in the account of $985.

Don is continuing to work with the National Board. We have a new national president, Darrell Darst and he is also the editor of Harvester Highlights.

Sue Hayes would like to resign as secretary and Don suggested that  she complete Gary’s term as board member. Doc so moved, the motion was seconded and passed.

A report was given by the Carpenteria FFA. They now have a 80x26 Building and are working on 14 tractors. When tractors are finished and sold a portion of the money goes to the students who worked on them based on hours worked.  Their program has been able to purchase a F250 truck to use to haul their tractors and parts.

IHC Chapter 14 will be raffling off a pedal tractor to raise funds for future Foundation projects. Volunteers will be needed before the dinner to sell tickets.

Roger read a list of sanctioned events and ask for any additions. The second Vista event was added. Ira made a motion that the list be accepted as amended. The motion was seconded and passed

The Makers Fair has requested participation from our group; it will be held in San Mateo the weekend of May 3-4.

Red Power will be held in Columbia, MO. Sam and Wendell will man a table at the event and more volunteers are welcome.

Doc gave a report on the IH Scout convey. 140 were interested but only 5 actually went.

The election was held, ballots were collected to be counted by the board. Ira moved to adjourn. The motion was seconded and passed.

Sue Hayes

Secretary