The meeting was called to order by Donna Jean Evans, Interim President at 7:00 PM.
Guest Wendy Eads was introduced to the attendees.
Last month's minutes were approved as sent electronically. This month's minutes will be sent to the members and also posted on the web page and the Harlequins Friends Facebook page.
There was no treasurer's report. It was reiterated that dues are due now. After December 1st, renewal dues will be doubled.
November snacks will be provided by Donna Sutter.
Anthony Robustillini gave the House committee report. Extra keys have been made. All board members and also directors have keys. If others need one, they should contact Anthony and he will have them sign one out for as long as they need it.
The six fire extinguishers have been checked and updated.
Anthony also expressed interest in renting a 10X20 storage unit to hold the excess set building materials as our space is limited. Building a shed on our parking places was also discussed. This will be taken up at the board meeting.
Donna Sutter has met with our landlord, Andy Webb. She is trying to see if he will rent us one of the garages at the side of the building for storage. Mr. Webb is interested in receiving an Event Calendar so that we can coordinate with him
Karen Abbott announced that we are on the list for the All Trees Company to trim the overhanging limbs and branches. The estimate for the job is $350.
There was discussion concerning procuring an AED. Harlequins received a grant to do this but it had to be compatible with the Sandusky Fire Department. Heather Smith requested that we get a ZOLL brand. Anthony will check prices, etc. and it will be taken up at the Board Meeting.
Lori Demres gave the 100th Year Committee report. The Play Reading Committee is in full swing and is checking out exceptional Old and New plays for that year. The other committees are open and if anyone wants to be involved, call Lori for more information. A logo has been chosen. Jennifer Wertz and Ryan Blechinger are working on the final design.
Curtis Brown gave a report on the play in progress, A TASTE OF THINGS TO COME. The set is being built and should be ready to paint in a day or so. Songs and dances are learned and the cast is working on being off book. Donna Sutter announced that what is needed at this time is another larger TV from the 1960s or 50s.
Nominations were taken to complete the President's term of Jim Brokaw. Lori Demres has been nominated. Voting will be at the next General Meeting in November. Nominations can be made from the floor at that time.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:40
Respectfully submitted, Barbara Steinmetz, Secretary