The meeting began at 2 P.M. with state FFA President Elio Chiarelli presiding and state FFA officers doing official FFA opening ceremonies. In attendance were: John Bierbower, Nick Stollar, Mark Anderson, Carey Kalupson, Marty Heiler, Dennis Scanlon, Luke Zerby, Elio Chiarelli, Bill Leib, Daryl Schafer, Annette Gray, Cliff Day, Bill Kronnen,Vicki Lantz, Mary Johnston, Ron Frederick, Herb Hoffeditz, Britina Robinson, Jennifer Witmer, Laurie Bish, Danielle Cowden, Daniel Kreider, Chris Weller, Sarrah Biddle, Adam Longenecker, Maria Trego,Amy Sakers, Phil Frankfort, Jr., Beth Frey, Bart Gill, Larissa Baney,Mrs. Frederick, Steve Kline.

The meeting began with introductions of all present. Nick Stollar explained the process of the joint Board meeting. Nick presided from this point to make it easier for the new student officer.

The secretary's report had been mailed with the agenda. Secretary's minutes approved as mailed. Motion to concur Maria, second Bart. Motion to concur passed.

The treasurer's report showed a balance of $ 98,274.54 as of June 30, 1999. Mary pointed out that we collected about $ 9000 more than budgeted last year. We have over spent on FFA Week, with more bills to come in yet. Mary's bonding needs to be renewed, perhaps through a new company. Mark expressed concern about the misspelled words on the t-shirts sold at FFA Week. Carey moved, second John to accept the treasurer's report pending audit. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Beth, second Phil. Motion to concur passed.

Adam spoke on the state officer budget. Nick requested a written report for future meetings.

An oral Foundation report was given by Steve Kline. A copy of the budget for FLC was distributed. Discussion followed. State officer workshops for chapter officers handled about 80 officers. Carey moved to approve the FLC request, second Luke. Mark asked if this is a continuing expenditure. Carey felt the request would be made each year. Questions asked included: Are we setting a precedent by paying the conference director? How does the support for this conference correspond to that for ACES and SLLC? Why is the cost per student so high? The motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, Second Maria. Division of the house was called. 5 in favor, 4 against. Motion passed.

Chris Weller presented the PDE report. National FFA will still accept entrepreneurship applications. American degree and proficiency applications have been forwarded to national. An ag safety award program was discussed. Farm Show is interested in ag science fair type exhibits. Ag communications CDE will be a demonstration at the National Convention this year - PA could send 2 teams. Judges are needed for the national convention. Chris distributed a copy of the state calendar (for revisions). Chris asked to be made aware of new teachers who are hired.

Daryl Schafer gave the executive secretary's report. State officer training has been held with PA and national resources. Problems have developed on the size of jackets being delivered. Chapter members will be needed to help with AG progress days. A strategy is being developed, with a menu of options, for national officer candidates.

Cliff Day distributed a written report as regional coordinator. Bill Kronnen gave an oral report. Annette Gray gave an oral report - Larissa had contacted Kevin Keith to go over her national proficiency application. This is available to all students!!!! Vicki Lantz submitted her letter of resignation as a regional coordinator. (She will be serving on the national FFA Board). Chris will mail a letter advertising the position to all south central ag teachers.

Motion to approve staff reports - Dennis Scanlon, second Marty. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, second Phil. Motion passed.

Elio gave the state association report. He has attended several meetings.

The management committee reported they met and reviewed with the exec. sec. how the last year went. Another meeting will be held with an expanded committee. Carey moved that the adult president appoint an additional adult member for the committee, Luke seconded. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Amy, second Bill. Motion passed. Nick will serve in this capacity.

Keystone committee will meet.

Record book contest. A written report was presented. Discussion followed. Carey moved to adopt policy 1 from the record book recommendations. Second Luke. Discussion. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Sarrah, second Phil. Motion to concur passed.

Luke moved and Carey seconded a motion to accept recommendation 2. Carey recommended the programs be posted on the internet in the 4 most user friendly operating programs. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Amy, second Beth. Motion to concur - passed.

Motion to approve recommendation 3, Carey second John. Discussion followed. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Beth, Sarrah second. Motion to concur passed.

Motion to accept recommendation 4 Marty, second Carey. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, Bill second. Motion passed.

Motion to accept recommendation 5 Bart, second Amy. Motion passed. Motion to concur, Carey - second, Luke. Motion to concur passed.

4-H vs FFA livestock ownership question. The delegates saw no problem with accepting 4-H animals in FFA record books. Laurie will forward a more detailed version of the delegate recommendations on this matter. Discussion followed.

It was asked if there could be a sticky label prepared to paste over the incorrect creed in the handbook for distribution to students. Carey moved that PDE will make this correction. Second Marty. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bill, Phil second. Motion to concur passed.

Cliff distributed a written copy of the CDE chairpersons report and spoke on this report. Carey moved to have teams of 4 in ag mechanics with the highest 3 scores counting. Second Marty. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Adam, second Maria. Motion to concur passed.

Question on the agronomy contest regarding cost of sending team to Purdue. No action was taken on this item.

Dairy showmanship applications need to go to Doug Brown by April 15. Marty motion - second Carey. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bill, second Larissa. Motion to concur passed.

Carey moved to authorize Nick investigate the disqualification in the interview CDE and make a decision. Second - John. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, Bill second. Motion to concur passed.

Motion to refer CDE committee chairpersons issues to a committee of 3 to be selected by the chair and report not more than 2 meetings from now by Carey, second by Luke. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bill, Sarrah second. Motion to concur passed. Committee - Phil Hoy, Cliff Day, ?????????

Public Speaking - Creed. Recommendation to adopt national rules for this CDE. (ONLY 7, 8, 9th grade members would be eligible) Motion to accept this change - Marty, second Dr. Scanlon. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, Bill second. Motion to concur passed.

Chorus recommended the national chorus application be used to apply for state chorus, complete with tape. Motion to accept Carey, second Marty. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Amy, second Adam. Motion t o concur passed.

Chorus also asked for 3 plaques to the top 3 participants. Motion to accept - Marty, second Luke. Amendment by Carey - the chorus chairperson prepare a brief evaluation form (criteria) to be used to select these winners subject to Board approval. Second - John. Amendment passed. Motion as amended passed. Motion to concur - Bill, second Larissa. Motion to concur passed.

Suggestion that letters be set to school administrators of teachers who do not show up to help with CDE's and assigned duties (attendance will need to be taken). Motion to do this starting next year (2000) Mark, second - Carey. Motion passed. Motion to concur - Bart, second Sarrah. Motion to concur passed.

The rules of conduct will need to be revised and updated. Courtesy corps chair will do this chore and send to the board.

Meeting adjourned.

Submitted by,

Ron Frederick, FFA Board Secretary