Oct 20, 1988 – WSOB Minutes

COCAINE ANONYMOUS WORLD SERVICE OFFICE
Minutes of Board Meeting
October 20, 1988

• Attendees
• Helene H.
• Ray G.
• Tony C.
• Steve P.
• David C.
• Lisa C.
• Reggie L.
• Carla A.
• Bob C.

The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m, with the serenity prayer.

Steve P. read the long version of the 6th Tradition.

Lisa C. read the minutes of the September 22, 1988 meeting.

Motion: To accept the minutes as read.

Seconded and carried.

Helene welcomed Lisa C. on behalf of the board, as the new secretary.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

CHIPS AND LITERATURE – Carla A.

Running into a problem with the diskette from the computer. The diskette will be given to Zachary to try to retrieve the revised conference approved literature. Carla wanted input on the graphics for the front of the literature. It was suggested that a prototype be ready by the next board meeting on no. 10th. Pocket cards will be put off until the literature is complete. Permission from the AA & AA Grapevine is still needed to reprint 12 Traditions,, 12 Steps and the Preamble. Steve P. had asked that a few things be moved around so that he could focus more on Public Information. Tony C. has volunteered to work with the Chips and Literature Committee in Steve’s place.

David- A little problem with KCT arose with a few orders getting lost, but were later found we now have 6 boxes. The metal chips are in now. Orders for Chips and Literature are doing good. Back orders are completed and they are currently working on new orders. • Steve P. suggested using a tricopy purchase order form and will bring one to the next board meeting, Steve has also vol­unteered to assist in setting up the new process for orders,

NEWSGRAM- Reggie L.

Reggie stated that Margie sent her apologies s as she couldn’t make the meeting as she was sick. Editor needs a little freedom in printing as long as it doesn’t violate any traditions. Newsgram is becoming larger which is great as it is reflecting growth. Reggie discussed the fact that an advisory and policy com­mittee should be formed for the Newsgram. Drafts have been printed.

CONNECTION- Reggie L.

Susie also makes her apoligies as she is also sick. Drafts have been printed.

The Connection is getting response from all over the country. It is still going to be in a booklet form.

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CONNECTION – (CONT)

Finn P. has reviewed it and gave it a rousing OK. 2000 copies will be printed.

PUBLIC INFORMATION – Steve P.

Committee has met twice since the last conference. Original chairperson Julie has stepped down and Mark A. from San Diego will be taking her place. P I will meet every second Saturday of the month at the WSO office. Letters have been sent out to the fellowship in reference to the PSA’s, the PSA order form was also sent out. Video tape from Utah was received and will be ready for the L.A. area with 6 different telephone numbers on it. Letter was devised by Helene for PI to reply to the letters received by the WSO. Audios were discussed, no orders as of yet.

TREASURERS REPORT – Bob C.

September 1988

Contributions – $2043.79
Chips & Literature – $12815.93
Expenses – $7483.75

October 1988

Contributions – $4971.68
Chips & Literature – $9146.47
Expenses – $11279.89

Trust acct. balance as of 10/20/88 – $15,716.35
Operating acct. balance as of 10/20/88 – $965.66
Wells Fargo Trust acct, – $244.68
Wells Fargo General Operating acct. – $533.67

Total funds as of 10/20/88 – $17,460.36

Bob G. is compiling the financial records for the third quarter taxes to be given to the bookkeeper. All bills for Oct. are paid. Acct. at Wells Fargo has been closed, monies will be sent in a cashiers check. Our thanks to Jennifer G. for her assistance. An advance was given to David off his salary to cover per­sonal expenses. Bob G. went to L.A. GS0 requesting donations. WSO¹, was given a warm welcome.

OLD BUSINESS

1. A decision can be made by 3 members of the board so long as an attempt has been made to contact all board members,
2. V-loks are done. One is conference approved logo and the other is the reg­ular logo. The WSC logo stays in the WSO and the regular logo will be sent out to the fellowship. They both are camera ready.
3. World Directory went out in mailing. Commendments to Steve M.

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OLD BUSINESS – (CONT)

d. Board meetings will now start at 7:00pm instead of 6:30pm effective today.

NEW BUSINESS

1. New office- Tina G. has been working on finding an office , she has gotten a realtor at no cost. Location needs to be considered. Lengthy lease needs to be discussed. $800.00 will be used as a targeted range.
2. Bob C has found a computer with twice the storage that is identical. It is a 40 MB hard drive computer for $780,00, the service contract (including parts & labor) cost $273.00. Motion to spend up to $1,200.00 for the computer and ser­vice contract made. Seconded and carried. Steve P. will take care of refund for past service contract of $500,00.
3. San Fernando CA Central Office is having a fund raiser Nov. 13th ” Le Carnival”,, Board attendance is requested as proceed will include donations to the World Service Office.

Motion to adjourn. Seconded and carried.at 9:50 pm.

Next meeting 11/10/88

Thank You for letting me be of service,

Lisa C.

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