Meeting Minutes for July 25, 2008, 3:00pm
In Attendance
- Diana Schmelzer
- Beth Pargas
- Linda DiBiase
- Kari Hull
- Michael Sallazzo
Not in Attendance
- Susan Grandjean
- Margo Christensen
- Christie Burnett
- Kitty Diaz
Meeting called to order: 3:10pm
Minutes from May read and approved
President's Report
- Footloose
- Discussed major changes to budget, including a plan to record musicians for rehearsals and use live band for shows. Also increased the minimum number of students from 15 to 20 for budget purposes.
- Accompanists will be Destiny (piano) and Priscila (synthesizer); we are working on a bass player; piano, synth and bass only needed to record rehearsal tracks. The rest of the music will be available September 19.
- Footloose budget was reviewed and approved as is.
- Update audition flyers, highlighting reduced tuition information.
- Footloose Staff
- Director: Michael Sallazzo
- Asst. Director: Patrick DuHaime
- Vocal Director: Priscila Rasmussen
- Choreographer: Beth Pargas
- Asst. Choreographer: Brianna Savatgy
- Auditions are Aug 7, 8 & 9. Beth to coordinate promotion.
- Sheryl Strong has resigned as Treasurer and Libby Majors has moved. We need to recruit more Board Members to fill these openings.
- Linda DiBiase will be taking Sara Elliott's place as Secretary.
Marketing & Membership Report
- Diana will send letters to YPIT, Acker Trust & Lambtech to solicit membership renewals
- Kari & Margo to solicit program ads (need $1000)
Fundraising Report
- To discuss at next meeting - fundraiser ideas, including
- Renaissance dinner;
- Silent auction;
- Dancing with the Stars (mayor, etc).
Treasurer's Report
- Current balance is $131.64. See Balance Sheet and P&L Statement.
Volunteer Report
- Beth needs help distributing and posting flyers for Footloose Auditions. Diana would like to hit all the High Schools the first week of school in August.
The meeting adjourned at 4:55pm
The next scheduled APAA Board meeting will be on Friday, August 15th at 1:30 pm.
Auditions
Lady Nightmare pdf
Saturday, Aug 27, 11am-1pm
Christmas Show Choir pdf
Monday, Sep 12, 6:30pm
APA Fitness Program
Tired of the same old workout routine? Then join us and experience fun and exciting workouts that will leave you feeling great and won't break the bank!
Cardio Boot Camp pdf
Zumba Fitness pdf
Mommy & Me pdf
Senior Sit & Fit pdf
Instructors Wanted
Dance, Vocal & Piano instructors wanted at the Academy of Performing Arts in Prescott and Chino Valley. E-mail resumes to apa@cableone.net or call (928) 778-7529 .
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