Agenda – Distributed prior to start of meeting – 17 Members in attendance.

Opening Remarks – Meeting called to order by Scott Glackin. Minutes from November meeting were not on hand to be approved but will be available next month.

Coach’s Report – Coach Tim Behan – Coach Bahen announced his resignation. He thanked the past and current Quarterback Officers and Members for their efforts. He will be submitting outstanding bills in near future. Coach Behan will be attending a recruiting event Thursday and will get information to the proper people within 3 weeks. Coach Bahen stated that there would be weight lifting for the players on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays after Christmas break. Many parents thanked Coach Behan for his dedication to coaching their son(s) at Pickerington North.

Vice President’s Report – Alicia Reed – Alicia donated a laptop for football stats, etc. A decision will be made as to who uses laptop when person volunteers and that person needs to be responsible for sending stat information to update Pickerington Panthers website.

Secretary’s Report – Cheryl Effinger – Minutes from November meeting will be available next month.

Treasurer’s Report – Dave Lawler – Copies of Financial Report distributed. Dave went over banquet expenses stating that expenses were less than last year mostly due to the Berwick’s fees per person less because of less people attending – budget for banquet right in line from projected amount of monies – he thanked Banquet Committee for watching expenses and doing a great job. Dave had Valentine Dance actual budget from last year available to have copied for those needing it.

Old/Current Business

Banquet –Scott Glackin commented banquet went well. He stated that there is a committee between Pickerington North and Pickerington Central and a discussion was held at the Athletic Booster Meeting that there would be no more banquets held off of school property for any sport. Don Gordon stated that businesses in the Pickerington area have gone to the school board and complained that they are solicited for donations and doesn’t see the consumer return. However, because of Berwick’s very generous donations, Berwick would be allowed to cater in the food. A discussion was held regarding no business in area would be able to handle large banquet; if North’s facility was large enough to handle football banquet; Mark Aprile being aware of situation and will address it in the future. As of now, no banquets off of school property policy stands.

Appreciation – As former President Don Gordon recognized former Secretary Christy Campbell for her years of service to the Quarterback Club. Christy received a commemorative plaque and gift certificate for her efforts and participation.

Bingo – A decision was made that the club needs a Bingo Committee and Don Gordon wants to stay on as Bingo Chairman. A motion was made by Maria Campbell and seconded by Scott Glackin to that effect. Don will continue his duties with help from other interested parents. A discussion was held regarding non-smoking. A motion was made by Scott Glackin and seconded by Maria Campbell to vote as to when non-smoking would stop as it was announced at the Bingo Hall smoking would be extended one week past official date. Members voted on stopping smoking immediately, extending to the next week or extending if/when investigators caught us. The majority of members voted to extend one week past official date.

Valentine Dance – A decision was made that the club needs a Valentine Committee and Jan Shore volunteered to be Chairman. A motion was made by Maria Campbell and seconded by Cheryl Effinger to that effect. Several other parents expressed interest and will be contacted by Jan as to when/where the first Valentine Dance Meeting will take place.

Girls Basketball Kroger Classic – Volunteers are still needed and a sign up sheet was passed around at the meeting for those available to participate and several parents signed up. Comments were made that the club needs more volunteer participation from the 7^th and 8^th Grade Parents. Cheryl Effinger will call 7^th and 8^th Grade Parent Class Representatives to look into the matter.

New Business

Holiday Party – An impromptu decision was made to have a Holiday Bingo Thank You Party to be held at Bill Steven’s home. Although short notice, details will be forthcoming via email to Bingo Volunteers.

January Meeting – A discussion was held and a vote was taken to cancel the January 2007 meeting due to many schedule conflicts. The majority of members voted to cancel the meeting. The next meeting will be Monday, February 12, 2007. Cheryl Effinger will update the Pickerington Panthers website accordingly.

Adjournment

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Scott Glackin and seconded by Maria Campbell. Meeting adjourned.

Respectfully Submitted,

Cheryl Effinger, Secretary