ATTENDANCE: Present were B.J. Abernathy, John Burkhart, Dan Burkett, James Dalton, Dan Foley for Nancy FitzGerald, Jim Gates, Bob Gessner, Len Jacobson, Chris Kalivas, Wayne Kauffman, Walter Meares, Dave Murphy, Bob Peterson, Steve Scott (Harris), Bob Smith, Yvonne Sheets, Bob Skloss, Tom Swysgood for Rick Randall, Linda Taylor by proxy and Don Tomajan.

CALL TO ORDER: After a brief reception, Bob Peterson called the meeting to order at 11:30 AM. Bob circulated the agenda for additions, corrections and approval.

HOST BRIEFING: Wayne Kauffman of Spectrum Astro sponsored the meeting, which was hosted by LtGen Gene Tattini (Ret), Deputy Director for JPL. Gen Tattini welcomed the Board and gave an overview of JPL. Dr. Andrea Donnellan proceeded with a briefing on the civil use of space systems.

COMPANY HIGHLIGHTS: Highlights from BoD members were deferred until the September meeting due to the time allocation to the JPL tour.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Bob Peterson thanked Gen Tattini for having the NDIA-GLAC as a guest organization and extended his appreciation to Wayne Kauffman for making the arrangements with JPL. Bob stated the JPL tour would begin at 1:30PM and run for about an hour and a half. Bob then indicated he would hold further remarks for the ‘programs’ discussion.

MEMBERSHIP REPORT: Len Jacobson stated there are a total of 1437 on chapter. Gene Turley is to stay on Board.

SECRETARY’S REPORT: Steve Scott circulated the new ’04 roster for attendance and update. The minutes from July were reviewed and approved with changes. Steve then distributed a chart summarizing the GLAC venue enhancement survey. Ideas submitted for consideration; 1. Develop a program for SMC’s junior officers, 2. Organize a benefit dinner to raise scholarship funds for our customer’s children, 3. Support the ‘Young Eagles’ program in association with the Experimental Aircraft Assoc., 4. Arrange for more formal tours/interaction events at government facilities, 5. Hold fireside chats/socials with SMC leadership and 6. Create an aerospace industry exhibition with key customers. Venue enhancement will be considered during future BoD meetings or at the request of any ‘champion’ for a specific activity.

TREASURER’S REPORT: John Burkhart distributed copies of his report. John noted the high net worth of $90,074, but stated that $17,000 of the balance was on temporary deposit from SMC Industry Days. John indicated that the WCD audit is still pending and invited Bob Gessner to participate for continuity. There are currently four of five sponsors to follow up with for the Golf tournament revenue.

DISBURSEMENTS REPORT: John Burkhart made remarks for Jeannie Innis-Olson. Please continue to think of possible beneficiaries for GLAC funds. In the near term, a $250 donation will be made for the Wes Clark Scholarship and another $250 will be sent to the SMC recognition fund.

PROGRAMS REPORT: Wayne Kauffman reported that he had kicked off the ‘04 WCD team and planning activity. He then solicited help from the Board to identify potential award recipients. He also noted the importance of maintaining a West Coast heritage so the award won’t compete with the Forestall Award. The next WCD working session will likely be in September. Jim Gates reported for Nancy Fitzgerald that Adm Woolsey was available on 8/20 and the date was open at Manhattan Country Club. The Board decided to defer the event 1-2 months based on several conflicting activities.

COMMUNICATIONS REPORT: Bob Peterson reported for Linda Taylor that the upgraded GLAC website is almost ready for demonstration to the Board.

SMC INTERACTION: Don Tomajan recently spoke with Bob Kirlowitz and determined there has been some mis-communication. They plan to meet in mid August to kick around new ideas and also consider a way to protect potential participants in the acquisition/proposal workshops. Bob Peterson indicated that the DMSP Maxi Review is being renamed and that further planning for the event will be conducted with the new SPO Director. He thought the event would move to April ’04. Bob reported that he was working with the presidents of related professional organizations and John Reynolds to find the appropriate way to distribute the proceeds from SMC Industry Days. Last year a reception was held for Gen Lord, perhaps the same type of event should be held for Gen Leaf. Any leftover funds may go beyond normal recipients. The SMC Officers Spouses Club has been asked to research and target new recipients.

OLD BUSINESS: The NDIA National BoD will hold its annual election this fall. Nominations from the GLAC BoD will be collected by Bob Peterson.

NEW BUSINESS: The GPS Partnership Council, Industry Day, Golf Tournament and Dinning Out has cleared SMC legal. The event is scheduled for 9/4-5. Bob Peterson distributed a schedule of GLAC Board meetings and the companies that were the host. He requested that members consider a month to host the meeting in the future.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 PM. Next meeting is to be held at SAIC, on 3 September hosted by John Burkhart.