ATTENDANCE:
Present were Bryan Adams, Howard Appleman, Spencer Bauer, John Burkhart, Dan Burkett, Andrew Frohlich, Jim Gates, Bob Gessner, Jeanne Innis-Olson, Len Jacobson, Chris Kalivas, Wayne Kauffman, John Maniatakis, Walter Mears, Dave Murphy, Steve Scott (Raytheon), Sara Davis for Steve Scott ( Harris), Yvonne Sheets by proxy, Bob Skloss by proxy, Bob Smith, and Don Tomajan.

CALL TO ORDER:
After a brief reception, John Burkhart called the meeting to order at 11:30 AM. John circulated the agenda, which was reviewed and then approved.

HOST COMPANY BRIEFING:
John Burkhart of SAIC gave a brief overview of his company’s operations.

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

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
John Burkhart stated we said “goodbye” to Bob Peterson at the NDIA dinner. Curious if we give an award to him, Wayne Kauffman stated that National will present a plaque to Bob at the annual meeting. John will also like to form a committee to nominate new officer’s. Those interested are to contact Wayne and John. There are some upcoming activities 1.) SMC’s 1st Quarterly Awards the 29th of April, GLAC made a $500 contribution. 2.) The 2004 AFA/Salute is the 25th of June at the Marriot, this will include a morning AFA Panel of past SMC commanders and Executive Forum along with a lunch. 3.) The Washington D.C. Space Symposium will be held the 20-21 July 2004. 4.) The Maxi Review is being rescheduling in October.

SECRETARY’S REPORT:
Sara Davis for Steve Scott circulated the roster for attendance and update. The minutes from January were reviewed and approved.

TREASURER’S REPORT:
Dan Burkett is the new treasurer, but John Burkhart would like an audit before turning over the books. He would like this to be done in the next couple of weeks, anyone willing to help please contact John. The ending balance as of 8 April was $103,665.48. The hotel from the WCD is the only item not paid for around $73K.

DISBURSEMENTS REPORT:
Jeanne Innis-Olson reported that we are ½ way to achieving the $20K goal. We sent 3 students to Space Camp. The board approved sending 15 home-schooled students along with 2 chaperones to Idyllwild for $1700. Howard Appleman and Jeanne will schedule an appointment with the Southeast Academy, Military and Law Enforcement High School and will report at the next meeting.

MEMBERSHIP REPORT:
Len Jacobson noted the membership is 1535. There is a letter of recommendation for Bob Conger to join the GLAC Board that will be decided it at the annual meeting. Rick Randall has moved vacating another seat. Len will contact Rick to see if he has a recommendation.

COMMUNICATIONS REPORT:
Linda Taylor was unable to attend. John asked for the Board’s comments on the current web page, most thought it was a step back. Would like a volunteer to be dedicated to boosting the webpage appearance – Walter Meares offered. The SMC/Industry Working Groups are on hold until JAG approval is received.

PROGRAMS REPORT:
Wayne Kauffman reported that the WCD for 2005 has been scheduled for 25th of Feb. to de-conflict with the AFA Ball in Colorado. The location is the Beverly Hilton which is under new ownership and is undergoing a significant remodel. In 2004 GLAC had its largest dinner with 618 people in attendance. The wine, once again, was not well controlled. The budget was on track with minor exception. The decision process for the Bob Hope Awardee next year has begun.
SMC Industry Days is scheduled for 13-15 April in Long Beach. They are expecting 235 people.
The Joint Navigation Conference is scheduled for the 1st of May in Las Vegas.
The 2nd Executive Breakfast needs to be scheduled.

NDIA GOLF:
The next tournament will be held on the 8th of June, starting at 1pm. The venue will be the same as last year. June 1st will be the last day to sign up.

SMC INTERACTION:
AFA is helping SMC develop their picnic on 2 Aug. The Picnic will be around the ‘Rock’ on base.

OLD BUSINESS:
None

NEW BUSINESS:
None

ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 1:15 PM

The next meeting will be held at SAIC, 6 May 2004.