November 10, 2012

7:30 PM

McHenry County Republican Headquarters

Present:  Erik, Melissa, James, Andrew, Michael, Erin

• Meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Erik.
• Chairman’s brief – Nothing of note
• Vice Chairman’s brief – Nothing of note
• Old Business
  • Motion to appoint temporary Secretary – Michael Smyk
  • Finance report – $880.60 balance before buying Hard Drive and Microphone
  • Billboard options
    • $195 to run through election, now likely $300 per month
    • Discussed options to put on billboard
      • Upset with Obama?  Get involved with MCYR, etc.
• Michael nominated Melissa Denker for Vice Chairman
  • Elected unanimously
• Andrew nominated Michael for Secretary
  • Elected unanimously
  • Current Business
    • Discussed Attending Multi-County Convention for State at year end 2013
    • Discussed vying for National Convention in 2015
    • Possible Promo items such as shirts or jackets
      • Shirts can be produced by a local vendor for $5-$8 per, other options will be explored
• Videos on Website
  • Issues with sound, so only District 4 were posted
  • Made adjustments by purchasing microphone for future items
• Plan to have a workshop on December 1, 2012 @ MCC with the Political Theory & Debate Group
• New Business
  • Calendar of events for 2013 including key county and filing dates, etc.
  • 2013 Social Events and Fundraising Ides
    • November 19, 2012 – Social event at Regal Crystal Lake to view “Lincoln”
    • Spring Fundraiser at HillBunker Farms
      • Get details on food and liquor licenses
      • Sponsorships from local businesses – ie. Plum Garden
• Next meeting on December 8, 2012 – 7 PM at the “New/Old” Office
• No Motions on the floor
• Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM by Andrew, seconded by Melissa