4.   The treasurer gave his report and currently there is $2598.78 in the association account after all expenditures. Moved by 
Butch Thompson, seconded by Ron Kolodij the the treasurers report be accepted as read. Ron Kolodij volunteered to carry 
out the independent audit of the books for the General Meeting in October.           Carried  

5. Reports:   

Slops:  President indicated that there was good sales for the BBQ weekend, however, quite a few of the old items are  
not moving. We are considering cutting back on clothing items in the future.   

Entertainment:  Local events are self supporting, funds utilized for these events are generated by ticket sales, raffles, etc.  
at the event itself. General membership money is not used for local events that normally only local members are able to  
attend.  

6.   Old Business:  

a.   The President indicated the TB testing for the Perley Vets hospital volunteers is on going and should be completed  
in the near future. There are a few who volunteered who haven't been tested. The program will not start until all of the  
volunteers have completed the necessary requirements. 

b.   The president gave his report on the BBQ weekend. There were a lot of leftovers, mainly because of members who  
indicated they would attend but failed to do so. Consideration was given for next year to charge a small nominal roll  
per family to seal his commitment for attending. After a lengthy discussion , the possibility of holding the BBQ in  
various locations was considered. A vote was taken and members indicated the the main BBQ function will remain in 
Ottawa. 

7.   New Business:    

a.   General elections are during the General Meeting. Nominations for are being accepted for  the following two 
positions i) Secretary  ii) Treasurer. Nominations are to be submitted to the president by mail, email (geomar@direct-internet.net) or telephone (613) 748-7782 prior to 17 Oct, 1998. 

8.   Monthly draw:  The winner of the 50/50 draw was Tim Farler,  the member was not present. The sum of $20.50  is carried over to the next meeting.   

It was moved that the meeting be adjourned at 20:20 by Bill Black , seconded by Sherm Embree. Carried.
  
Next meeting is on Saturday, 17 October 1998 at 13:30 Annual General Meeting.  
 

Future Meetings 17 Nov 98, 19 Jan 99, 16 Feb 99, 23 Mar 99, 20 Apr 99, 22 Jun/99.