Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Boulder
Community Broadcast Association, Inc.
November 12, 2002  (Annual Meeting)

Call to order at 7:00

Board members in attendance: Arleigh, Anne Bermingham, Gabrielle Silva, Tracy Miller, Chip Grandits, Greg O’Brien, Phil Dougan, Steven Sherman-Boemker, Liz Valles, Nile Southern, Paul Mischo, and Marty Durlin (ex-officio)

Public and volunteers in attendance: Bob Gailer, Kathleen Martindale, John Penman, Robin Claire, Selena, Neil Parker, Tony Beauchamp, Jill Rosenbloom, Chris O’Riley, Janaki LeFils, Evan Perkins, Michael Bradshaw, Clover, Elaine Erb, Sam Fuqua, Joanne Cole, Hardy Darring, Mouse, Sandy Cruz, David McIntosh, Bob Freeman, and Shelly Schlender

The agenda was approved as were the minutes of the previous board meeting held on September 10. Everyone present was asked to introduce themselves.

Public Participation: John Penman commented on the problem of missing CD’s. Marty explained that there is an ongoing tension between the efficiency of having an open music library and the losses that are caused by theft or forgetfulness by borrowers. Bob Gailer said that he had visited WORT in Madison, WI and that they had provided a CD copier to discourage theft. An amnesty day was suggested.

News and Public Affairs Department Report: (See attachment)

Music Department Report: (See attachment) Elaine Erb noted that there are at least 100 active music programmers at this time.

Membership Director/Volunteer Coordinator Report: (See attachment)

Assistant Membership Director Report: (See attachment)

Development Director Report: (See attachment)

Engineering Report: (See attachment) Marty Durlin stated that we will have to look for additional help in engineering. Davide Andrea’s enormous volunteer contribution is  acknowledged, and he is understandably burned out. He is still available for emergencies, and the situation is not serious at this time. There is no money currently budgeted for additional engineering help.

Station Manager’s Report: (See attachment)

A break was taken at 8:30 and the meeting reconvened at 8:50.

Nominating Committee: The slate of officers was presented for the coming year: Arleigh-Chair, Greg O’Brien- Vice-Chair, Phil Dougan-Secretary, and Liz Valles-Treasurer. The nominated officers were elected unanimously by secret ballot. Neil Parker noted that the board search process has been improved. Arleigh urged that volunteer and public participants attending the meeting consider applying for board membership.

Budget Committee: The station had a surplus last year due to our paying down the mortgage which resulted in lower monthly mortgage payments. Our tenants will remain with us for the next fiscal year.

Programming Committee: The committee’s activities were covered in previous reports. Kathleen Martindale suggested that the station give increased coverage to major demonstrations if Democracy Now provides it. It was suggested that a war in the Mideast may increase the need for news and public affairs programming during the noon hour.

Internet Committee: (See attachment) It was noted that the use of our web-site is increasing, primarily by people who wish to listen to our programming..

PBOG: Ideas that the committee is currently considering are a Chatauqua event, Jambgrass, and a bluegrass brunch. The Woman’s Blues Review in the spring and the Silent Auction in February are currently being planned. The Dr. Bronner event and the sale of Grateful Dead posters have both been successful.

Building Committee: Small scale projects continue. The committee is considering how to best provide craftspeople for ongoing repair and modification of the building.

Mosaic Committee: The mosaic is being assembled and will be installed in the spring.

Signal Committee: The Eldora ski area has expressed a willingness to furnish a site for the translator currently located outside of Ward. David McIntosh will speak to the owner about how we might proceed with the project.

Bylaws Committee: The board nominating process is being redesigned, and a board recall process is being developed.

Other Business: The board considered an insurance proposal to protect the board and officers from liability (See attachment). Greg O’Brien expressed concern about our staff health insurance costs. Greg and Chip Grandits will explore the issue.

Adjourned at 10:00

Respectfully submitted
Phil Dougan, secretary
January 2003