Old business was discussed
1) The Arklatex chapter received approval from the state board.
2) It was voted to keep the current officers and
table the election of officers for six months while we are in the organizing stage.
New Business
1) Harlan presented members in attendance their options for filling out their order forms for ACC membership.
2)Joe Purdy is checking the ACC database for area members who may want to change their old chapter affiliations to the new Arklatex chapter.
3) The frequency of meetings was discussed...it was decided we would meet the first Wednesday of the month.
4) Upcoming canoe school was talked about....they need volunteers for teachers and folks to paddle sweeps.
5)Paddle for the Planet was discussed also and everyone is encouraged to participate.
6) Adam Willard talked about having a swiftwater rescue clinic.
7) Joe suggested we have a paddle on the Red River/ Clean up day.
Jerry has info on San Marco clean up at the park and play park.9) Adam discussed organizing an event on the Red River (downtown) with a $500 to $1000 purse (donated by local businesses.)
10) Harlan suggested a paddle trip to the Ocoee this summer.
The meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully,
Diona Cost
