The KC Northland Sams met December 16, 2006 at the Hometown Buffet at Metro North with19 member rigs answering the roll call. Visitors Richard and Marilyn Harris were welcomed as well as Bob and Pat Buss, former members.
Illness and concerns included Jim and Frances Sheppard, Carolyn Riddle’s son, Forestine and Sam Hargrove. Linda Norris and Ricky Richerson are both doing better.
Food collected was sent to Jim and Francis Sheppard to be donated to the Northland Assistance Center.
The secretary’s report was read. Motion by Virgil Riddle, seconded by Junior Hedgpeth to accept the report. Motion carried. The treasurer’s report was sent by Jim Sheppard and presented by President Paul Douglas. Balance on hand is $531.84. Motion by Jean Morgan, seconded by Gene Edson to accept the report. Motion carried.
Wagonmaster reported the next meeting will be at Golden Oaks on January 13, 2007 with Otises and Riddles as hosts. The group discussed going to Wallace State Park in July 2007. The criteria for reserving the State Park has changed during the last year and it would be difficult to secure the proper number of sites. Other options was discussed. A motion was made by Virgil Riddle to rule out going to Wallace State Park in July 2007 and for the wagon master to check out other parks available including Pony Express. Seconded by Richard Shields. Motion carried.
The donation of a tree to the Lathrop Antique Show Grounds was discussed, however, a decision still has not been made. Tri-River was invited to assist with this project and they declined.
Paul read the newsletter from the State Director. The 2007 Samboree will be Mardi Gras Missouri Style.
Motion to adjourn by Ramona Grasmick, seconded by Jean Morgan. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Anna Hedgpeth, Secretary