by Ted Elzinga, Far West RVC
Reports: The Chairman reported on several issues regarding the upcoming election. Noe had requested that the election be delayed due to possible problems with correct expiration dates; however, the Election Committee felt that since any current member not receiving a ballot can request one, there would not be any problems. The Chairman also read a letter from the International Ombudsman, which stated among other things that the AML Ombudsman has withdrawn his request for a delay in the election. He reported that a problem with CD-ROMS bearing the Mensa name being sold in this country under license from Britis Mensa has been resolved. A problem with a copyright on the CultureQuest exam has also been resolved. The Treasurer reported that the surplus of revenue over expenses as of 2-28-97 was $440,888.13. Riley reported on a LOTS next weekend, and Becker reported on a LOTS two weeks ago. Pendley reported that we are interviewing Public Relations firms and will announce a selection (which may or may not be the current firm) soon. The new Executive Director, Pam Donahoo, was introduced and reported "it's been an interesting five days."
Appointments: Rik Hess as RVC-6, replacing Darrell Noe who resigned at the end of the meeting. Kirsch-Van Geest and Riley (and other non-AMC members to be named later) to a committee to study the reimbursement formula for Local Groups. Remine and the members of the ExCom to a Building Search Committee, and consented to an e-mail ballot to accept a lease agreement with MERF predicated on MERF acquiring a suitable building.
Formally accepted the bid of Cincinnati Area Mensa and Dayton Area Mensa to host the 1998 Annual Gathering of American Mensa. Agreed to add Myers-Briggs Type Indicator codes, and asked MERF to implement an award called the "Copper Black N. F. Award" to the Myers Briggs N. F. Mensan whose creative achievement is most outstanding each year, as requested and funded by Copper Black's will. Passed the AML budget for Fiscal Year 1997-1998, with a total projected revenue of $2,268,000 and total projected expenses of $2,080,036, for a projected excess of income over expense of $187,964. Amended ASIE to authorize the Executive Director to confirm to inquiring third parties whether a particular individual is, or is not, or ever has been a member of Mensa. Approved the Marketing Plan for 1997-98. Approved stationery, within limits, to requesting local groups. Rescinded an old policy regulating RG dates. Held a MERF Shareholder's meeting. Thanked Gaye Rundberg for her service to Mensa. Discussed personnel matters in Executive (closed) Session. Thanked Darrell Noe for his service to Mensa.
Next AMC Meeting: July 6, 1997 in Birmingham, Alabama.