ATTENDANCE: Present were B.J. Abernathy, Howard Appleman by proxy, Spencer Bauer by proxy, John Burkhart, Jim Dalton, Gordon Fawcett, Nancy FitzGerald, Andrew Frohlich, Jim Gates, Robert Gessner by proxy, Chris Harlambakis, Jeanne Innis-Olson, Len Jacobson, Chris Kalivas, Wayne Kauffman, John Maniatakis, Bob Peterson, Rick Randall, Robert Recker, John Reynolds, Scott Roybal, Steve Scott, Bob Skloss by proxy, Bob Smith by proxy, Linda Taylor, Don Tomajan by proxy.

CALL TO ORDER: After a brief reception, Bob Peterson called the meeting to order at 12:00 PM, then thanked SAIC for hosting the session. Bob circulated the agenda for review and approval.

HOST COMPANY BRIEFING:

SAIC’s Rich Ziskind welcomed the GLAC Board and proceeded to brief the Board on SAIC’s organization and business.

COMPANY HIGHLIGHTS: Most of the attending BoD members provided brief updates regarding their prospective companies.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Bob Peterson proceeded with the meeting stating that Bob Gessner will be attending the Leader’s Conference in Washington for Bob Peterson on April 10th. The 2003 NDIA Model Chapter status for GLAC is being worked. Bob Peterson reported that he maintains the Space Calendar, intends to publish it quarterly, and welcomes inputs for updating. We have received Admiral Ellis’ speech from the WCD, it is posted on the website and will be printed in National Defense Magazine soon. Bob also reported that he sent thankyou notes to WCD special guests and read a return note to the Board from Dan Burnham.

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Steve Scott circulated the roster to be initialed and updated. He stated that it was a new objective to keep records of proxies as well, and requested those be reflected on the roster. The minutes were reviewed and approved along with the Secretary’s report.

TREASURER’S REPORT: John Burkhart distributed hard copy of the treasurer’s report and a WCD summary. He then reviewed the WCD finances. Dinner sales totaled $134,508, executive breakfast sales were $4,455, and total expenses were $117,661. Net profit was $21,302 against an objective of $12,000. The monthly statement was reviewed reflecting a net balance as of March 31, 2003 totaling $70.679. Check #1362 for $1,728 to McGinnis Printing will be re-deposited since Aerospace paid that bill. Given the high reserve, a concern for the GLAC tax status was raised. John will research the ceiling for 501(c)(3) organizations to determine if we are at risk of re-chartering.

DISBURSEMENTS REPORT: Jeanne Innis-Olson and John Burkhart plan to get together to review disbursements made to date, against the plan. Jeanne is still looking for new donation ideas. She did receive a $2,500 request from LAAFB to support the SMC awards banquet/recognition program/luncheon. The donation was approved by the Board. Bob Peterson offered that there are many ways to donate, especially with the war effort. Wayne Kauffman summarized the planned USO Radiothon, which will be held April 25-27, between 6am and 6pm. The goal is to raise $250K for the USO. The disbursement report was accepted.

MEMBERSHIP REPORT: Len Jacobson reported that there are 1375 individual memberships and 43 corporate members in the GLAC. He also reported that a Membership Committee will be reviewing attendance at BoD meetings and the composition of the Board. Bob Peterson commented that some members of the Board could be more responsive and noted that our administrators put much effort in to communications. The report was approved.

PROGRAMS REPORT: Wayne Kauffman recapped the events of a very successful WCD and thanked all the contributing individuals. He has captured ‘lessons learned’ and will share them with the dinner committee to enhance next year’s planning. The next executive breakfast was under consideration for late April with Pete Teets as a guest. It looks unlikely, so Nancy Fitzgerald suggested the Board consider late June and inviting Dr. Ballhaus from Aerospace to talk about “Benchmarking”. Nancy welcomes additional suggestions. Linda Taylor reported the Yeager Pit ceremony has been confirmed for 5/16. She needs to get an idea of attendance because of the potential headcount limitation. Attendance will probably be on a ‘first come first served’ basis. It will be necessary to be at the base no later than 9am, if this changes Linda Taylor will let the Board know. Bob Smith submitted plan and flyer for the NDIA ‘Golf Gathering’. The event will be held June 10th with a shotgun start at 1:30pm. A May 30th deadline has been set for registration. The Board accepted the report.

PUBLICITY REPORT: Linda Taylor extended her appreciation for individuals helping with the website. She also reminded the Board that there are new postings all the time, i.e., golf, Ellis speech, Yeager events, etc., and that it should be checked on occasion.

SMC INTERACTION: John Reynolds commented on the SMC Industry Days 4/22-4/24. It will be very similar to last year. Volunteers are needed. A DMSP Maxi Review is being planned for 9/11 at the Airport Renaissance Hotel. Col Odle has asked the GLAC to help run the Review. Significant discussion ensued, and much re-planning is anticipated in light of the financial formulas/projections.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: The annual meeting was discussed and the Board agreed to hold it at Porter Valley CC on July 10th. Rick Randall will make the arrangements.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 1:20 PM. The next Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, 5/1/03 at Boeing, Seal Beach.