NOBBTSC Membership Meeting Minutes 7-06-07
Meeting was called to Order by President Steven Melancon at 8:05PM with 25
members present.
President’s Report: Steven presented the following standards for the Club to
consider, in light of some recent events:
All members are expected to act in a socially acceptable manner at all
times during Bear gatherings and functions.
a. Socially acceptable manner is different at different venues. Example:
gay bar vs. Family restaurant.
b. Members and officers should always be respectful to any member or
officer.
No member is allowed to represent the Club without the Club’s expressed
permission.
It may be time to review and possibly update our bylaws.
Old Business:
BNO at Chevy’s
a. A suggestion had been made to submit an article to the Ambush
Magazine. We missed the deadline for the next issue. Should we still pursue an
article in Ambush Magazine? Motion was made by Vic V. and 2nd by Don M, to
“let it drop.” Vote was 20 in favor and 2 against, motion carried,
b. Investigation of legal opportunities; Steven had written to 8 local
Firms and spoken to two. Both of those spoken to agreed that what the manager
did was excessive but not enough to sue.
c. Response from Regional Manager: Motion was made by Sonny C.
and 2nd by Mike M., that Chevy’s should donate money to Project
Lazarus. The amount of donation should be $100 for each of the 24
people removed. Vote was 13 for and 2 against the motion, motion
carried. Another motion was then made by Fred M. and 2nd by Don
M. that further action on this matter should await the response from
Chevy’s Regional Manager. This motion carried by acclaimation.
d. Because of these events at the BNO, two members have resigned
from the Club, of their own volition.
The Teddy Bear Collection will be at the October meeting. Several
Members expressed concerns about not knowing where the bears would
be going.
Secretary’s Report: Minutes of the previous meeting can be found on the website,
www.neworleansbears.com or www.bearsofneworleans.com. They can also be
found in the newsletter. Motion was made to dispense with the reading of the
Minutes by Vic V, and 2nd by Don M. Motion carried by acclaimation.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Danny Lecompte, in the absence of
Treasurer George Tresch. An audit of the books has been called by Treasurer
George. It will take place most likely at the first Board Meeting after Southern
Decadence.
Vice President’s Report was presented by Danny Lecompte.
Lieutenant’s Report: Tibby and Bryan reported on the Beer Bust for our last
meeting, the BNO for June at Chevy’s, the play at Le Petit Theatre, the 3rd Friday
Beer Bust, the Gay Men’s Chorus performance, Pridefest and the Lords of Leather-
hosted BLOCK Benefit Beer Bust.
The Media Update was presented by Editor Tibby, and Webmaster Eddie P.
Upcoming Events and activities:
Bears Night Out for July…the “requested” restaurant, Deannie’s, could not accept
a
reservation for that time on a Saturday, for that many people. Motion was made
by Tibby T. and 2nd by Mike M. that the BNO, usually on the 2nd Saturday of the
month, be postponed until July 19th, which will be the Dining for Life event. Vote
22 for and 3 against. Motion carried.
August Bears Night Out will be at DeFamile’s Restaurant in Crowne Point on
Saturday, August 11th.
Bears Meetings and Beer Busts:
c. August 3, 2007
d. September 7, 2007
e. October 5, 2007
3rd Friday Beer Busts:
July 20, 2007
August 17, 2007
September 21, 2007
Board Meetings: July 26, 2007….at Lazarus House….7PM.
Dining for Life is being held July 19, 2007. The list of participating restaurants
was presented. Discussion was held about the choices…but accommodating a
group of our size may prohibit us from going certain places. The choice will be
made available as soon as the top 2 or 3 choices can be contacted.
Sire Ursus and Banquet….August 31, 2007
President Steven thanked Eddie P. for all the work he has done this far on this
event, and Eddie has agreed to Chair this event.
Location: The New Orleans Leather Company (on St Claude Ave, right next to
Cowpokes).
We will be allowed access to the building Thursday evening, Friday, and Saturday
morning. (Thursday and Friday, for decorating, and Saturday for clean-up).
After tonight’s meeting, tickets will be made available to the general public on a
first come first served basis. THEREFORE, IF YOU WANT A TICKET, AND STILL
HAVE NOT GOTTEN YOURS…DO SO TONIGHT.
A request was given to the membership…if anyone knows anyone or has
connections with anyone with a business or service who would be willing to
donate something for the Bear Decadence (bar tabs, prizes etc.), please take a
copy of the donation letter, after the meeting.
The NO/AIDS Taskforce Walk will be held on September 16, 2007 at Audubon
Park. Of course, the Bears will be manning a water station or two. More on this
later.
Birthdays and anniversaries were announced.
Meeting adjourned at 9:04PM by motion made by Vic V. and 2nd by Don M.
Respectfully submitted,
Kenneth Gue, Secretary NOBBTSC
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