October 4, 2011
The meeting started at 7:08 pm, at St. Camillus Church with the 
following adult members in attendance: Marilyn Moon, Doug Moon, Colleen Chamberlain, Gary Wolford, Philip Lucas, Lynne Ryan, Amy Na, Scott Bussard, Debbie Beaman and Donna Matuch. Scouts in attendance were Evan Lucas, AJ Parsch and CJ Beaman.
Financial: Philip provided the financial statements with $8,732.63 in the checking account, with $1,519.49 in the boys’ accounts. He also has ordered a waterproof, pop-up tent (with sides) for the troop. Also, boys are reminded to keep current on monthly dues.
Old Business:
Youth Protection Training was attended by the following adults: Steve Craig, Debbie Beaman, two Cub Scout parents. Amy Na has completed the training online as well as completed an adult registration form.
We are looking for parents to act as adult supervisors for the boy’s positions and the patrols. Colleen has volunteered for the Dragon Patrol.
After-action:
Gary reported on the Stand-down for the Veterans (9/10). Although it rained and scouts were limited, the veteran turnout for the event was less than expected. The veterans were extremely grateful for our help. This event will be on the calendar for next year.
Colleen reported about the Bike-aboard (9/18). The weather was cooperative and the 11 ½ mile bike trip and train ride were enjoyable. All the boys attending got a souvenir patch.
Donna reported on the National Public Lands Day at Jennings (9/24). All boys were eager to help with the trail maintenance. We also had a cub scout, Nicholas, and his dad join us. A buffet lunch and t-shirts were provided to attendees.
Important dates for popcorn: October 24- Popcorn sales due to the troop, November 12-Popcorn delivery (at Classico), December 7-Popcorn order payments due. Next year the troop may offer incentives for top sellers as well as make plans for a Show and Sell event.
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, CJ provided a list of upcoming events and agendas for the next month. Christian was commended for his note-taking and follow-up emails.
New Business:
CJ described his pending Eagle project to the committee. He will create signage for amusement rides previously housed at Cascade Park. AJ described his Eagle project for four benches on the North Country Trail in Moraine State Park.
A trip to a Youngstown Phantoms hockey game on November 8 (7:15 pm) is being planned. Reservations are due by October 28, a definite number is needed by October 24 meeting. Cost is $8 and will include a patch. Cub scouts will be invited to attend the event.
The troop will pay the first $100 of an event (for scouts) for an event (overall cost). Adult chaperones admission will be paid as compensation for driving.
The Woodsy Owl weekend (October 14-16) is cancelled.
October 22-24 is the Operation Keystone Fall Camporee with the Army National Guard at Camp Agawam. The troop will make the traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings for Saturday night.
Operation Christmas Child boxing will be held on November 11. Pizza will be provided and the Monday night meeting will start at 6:00.
Veteran’s Day parade is scheduled for November 12 at 12:00.
Next Court of Honor is set for November 14. An MC and a speaker are needed for this event.
November 19 at the Preston Center will be adult training and Den Chief Training.
Tentative events are: helping the St.Vitus food bank on December 10, laser tag event for December 27 and a bowling party for December 31.
Amy will find a place for the scouts to go caroling for the December 12 meeting date. Boys with instruments are encouraged to bring them for accompaniment.
The Boy Scout Winter Camporee is scheduled for February 3-5, 2012. Details will follow.
Chess is a new merit badge and time will be set aside to allow the boys to learn to play. Merit badge counselor to be determined.
Lynne is researching the options for t-shirts and sweatshirts for the troop. They will be red with gold letters.
The troop is going in a positive direction to being a “boy led” troop.
The Cub Scout Pack has decided to move to the First Alliance Church, located on Mission Mead. The troop will discuss this option as well. It is always best for the Cub Scouts and the Boy Scouts to be in close proximity so that they have the opportunity to interact.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
5K Crisis Shelter Race (October 8): Interested runners, lace up your shoes. Local New Castle event, anyone interested, please contact Colleen.
Woodsy Owl (October 14-16): THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Phantom of the Opera – Scottish Rite Cathedral (October 28): Original silent movie with organ music. This is a local New Castle event and cost is approximately $8-10 and free popcorn if dressed in costume.
Halloween-Matuch HHHouse (October 31): This regular Monday meeting will be held at the Matuch house with bobbing for apples and a hot dog roast. Event starts at 6:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm.
Court of Honor (November 14): A MC and speaker are needed for this event.
Operation Keystone Fall Camporee with the Army National Guard at Camp Agawam (October 22-24: The troop will make the traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings for Saturday night.
Youngstown Phantom Hockey (November 8): Cost is $8 and will include a patch. Cub scouts will be invited to attend the event.
Operation Christmas Child (November 11): Annual event to make boxes for the holiday program. Pizza will be provided and the Monday night meeting will start at 6:00.
Veteran’s Day Parade (November 12): The parade will start at 12:00 pm.
Court of Honor (November 14): An MC and a speaker are needed for this event.
Fall Pow Wow(November 19): Training at the Preston Center will focus on adults and scout’s Den Chief Training.
St. Vitus (December 10): Tentative-help food bank.
Laser Tag (December 27): Tentative.
Bowling party (December 31): Tentative-New Year’s Eve party.
Caroling (December 12): Tentative–Amy Na will find a suitable location. Boys with instruments are encouraged to bring them for accompaniment.
Boy Scout Winter Camporee (February 3-5, 2012): Details will follow.
Court of Honor (February 13, 2012): More information to follow.
Tan and Green Banquet (May 18, 2012): More information to follow.
The meeting schedule for the Committee is the 1st Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is scheduled for November 1 at 7:00 pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
Respectfully,
Donna A. Matuch
Committee Secretary
Reminder:
The Fall Camporee with be from October 21-23.
Important: NOTIFY your Troop Leader by tonight, (10/12) if you will be attending (Scouts and Parents).
The troop is paying the fee for all attending Scouts, so a count is critical.
Announcements by SPL Evan Lucas from October 10 meeting
