MINUTES OF MEETING OF
THE CARMEL CHAPTER OF FBLA
A general meeting of the 1999-2000 members of the Carmel Chapter of the Future
Business Leaders of America was held at the Carmel High School on Wednesday
September 15, and Thursday, September 23, 1999. The same program was offered
twice to meet the membership requirement. The meeting was called to order at 2:05p.m.
by President Nao Valentino. Recording Secretary Phil Gold was present.
Attendance is listed below.
Vice President of Community Service, Christine Lazzari motioned to table the reading of
the minutes and the treasurer�s report. The motion was adopted.
The President explained the basics of FBLA. Nao Valentino stated that the purpose of the
meeting was to inform, educate, and increase awareness of FBLA. She provided the
students in attendance with a summary of what this club does. At this time the President
introduced our Advisor, Mr. Brooks. Mr. Brooks used a slide show about FBLA to give
students a better idea of what membership in the club entails.
The President continued to explain yearly activities and membership requirements. Phil
Gold passed out the FBLA yearly agenda to everyone. It was stressed that participation in
every activity in not required, however members must participate in one activity in
September, October, November, December, and would hopefully continue. This club
provides an opportunity to participate in many different events, such as:
school/community service, competitive events, fundraising, and social activities. Nao
Valentino made mention that during all club events or activities, members and officers
make sure to have fun and that members will always learn from their experiences in FBLA.
Ms. Valentino explained how the point system works this year as far as member
participation. This system is a way to keep track of the level of activity of our members.
Members must meet the point requirements to be allowed to attend trips such as the State
Leadership Conference, in Rochester, and the National Leadership Conference, this year in
Chicago. All members must obtain 25 points by December 31. Since members are
required to attend at least one activity each month this fall, as well as to sell candy in the
major fundraiser, and attend the general meetings and workshops, amassing the 25 points
is very easy.
Next, the membership requirements were explained.
Dues were explained to be a total of 16 dollars. The 16 dollars goes right back to the
members through chapter activities. 6 dollars is sent to the national organization, 5 is sent
to the state, 4 goes into the chapter treasury, and 1 dollar goes to this year�s state charity,
the Ronald McDonald House Charity. Dues may be brought to Mr. Brooks in the
business office, or given to any of the officers.
The written membership agreement was clarified to the students present. It states the
standards that this chapter holds its members to, and it asks the member and their parents
to sign it to demonstrate an understanding of these requirements.
Parliamentary procedure was explained as a system that this club uses to run its meetings
in an orderly and organized fashion. It is required for members to understand the basics of
parliamentary procedure in order to allow them to properly and easily interact in chapter
meetings. The Parliamentarian, Joe Remy, will be holding a few short workshops in the
fall. These are mandatory for all members.
FBLA is a fun and flexible club. Our chapter participates in so many activities that one
shouldn�t have any trouble finding at least one per month to fit into their schedule. This
club understands the weight of busy schedules and prior commitments. For this reason,
FBLA is the only club to meet on Wednesdays. For members involved in sports, Mr.
Brooks is willing to speak with their coach in order to work out a schedule compromise.
A new school policy states that students are allowed to miss sports practice for mandatory
club meetings.
Ms. Valenitno introduced the rest of the members of the officer team. Each member
talked briefly about their role in the club and what committees they will be chairing this
year.
Time was allowed for questions from the membership.
After the meeting, first year members were asked to stay for a brief meeting with the Vice
President of Membership Development, Meghan Towers.
The meeting was adjourned at 3:00p.m.
Phillip Gold, Secretary
Glenn Brooks, Advisor
Attendance List
Officers in Attendance:
Nao Valentino, President
Christine Lazzari, Vice President of Community Service
Meghan Towers, Vice President of Membership
Phil Gold, Secretary
Chris Dieck, Treasurer
Joe Pizzuti, Reporter
Faith Archer, Historian
Joseph D. Remy, Parliamentarian
Members in Attendance:
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