Minutes of the
Central Iowa Chapter
Board of Directors
Construction Specifications Institute
January 3, 2012
Call to
Order: President Vic Weiland called
the meeting to order at 12:06 p.m. at the
Sheet Metal Contractors office in West Des
Moines. Board members present were Vic Weiland,
Mary Pearce, Tyler Kamerman, Mike Warner,
Steve Watrous, Mark Schmidt, Arnie Fischer,
Kim Best, Brent Soderstrum, Wayne Smith
and Steve Richardson. Kelli Paskert attended
as a guest. A quorum was present.
Minutes:
Minutes of the previous two meetings
were distributed and approved as distributed
on a motion by Mark Schmidt and a second
by Steve Watrous.
Officers Reports:
President: Vic Weiland-We
will discuss Board Nominations under New
Business. Openings on the Board for this
term are President Elect, Vice President
Industry and Secretary.
Treasurer’s Report: Mark
Schmidt-Mark distributed the December report
The members present accepted the report
as presented. A reminder was also discussed
on the invoices for the ads in the Newsletter.
Discussion was placed on the New Business
agenda.
President
Elect: Wayne Smith-No Report
Vice President Professional-Mary
Pearce-No Report
Vice President Industry-Mike
Warner-There are many online classes available
for AIA Credits.
Past Institute President:
Edd Soenke-Not Present
Chair Reports
Awards-Brent Soderstrum-No
Report
Certification-Wayne Smith-Wayne
is working on making the CDT review classes
available as an online discussion class.
Ann Sobiech-Munson is actively involved
in this process too.
Chapter Website-Mark Schmidt-Mark
needs any updates by 1/10/12
Past President-Steve
Watrous-Arnie Fischer reported for Steve
on the Regional Telephone conference. The
region is in the process of redeveloping
the region website and will eventually switch
to a new microsite. Region chairs are sending
out packets of information to Chapters and
would like a response. Only 7 of 22 Chapters
in the Region have submitted By-Law updates
for institute approval. Fortunately our
Chapter is one of the seven. The North Central
Regional Conference is in Omaha, April 19th
& 20th.
Planning-Arnie Fischer-It
might be worth a Board Meeting to go over
the Chapter Toolbox on the website.
Programs and Tours-Steve
Watrous-No Report
Public Relations-Kim Best-No
Report
Membership-Tyler
Kamerman-Tyler thought he would send out
a letter to owners of architectural and
engineering firms, encouraging someone from
each firm to join CSI. The letter would
outline the benefits of CSI.
Newsletter-Wayne Smith-Wayne
introduced Kelli Paskert with the Skold
Companies who has agreed to take over the
Chapter Newsletter in March.
Region Director-Steve Watrous-
No Report
Technical-Edd Soenke-Not
Present
Old Business
The ISU Scholarship jury met in December
in Ames to review student presentations.
It was reported to be a great session. Four
CSI members and two other architects were
on the jury. We gave out three scholarships,
$750, $500 and $250. ISU appreciates our
efforts.
New Business
The Board considered nominations for the
new terms for President Elect, Vice President
Industry and Secretary. Mary Pearce was
nominated and is considering the position
of President. Mike Warner accepted the nomination
to continue as Vice President Industry.
Steve Richardson accepted the nomination
to continue as Secretary.
A discussion was held concerning dues for
2012. Our current budget shows a deficit
of about $2000 for the year. Current Chapter
dues are $70. After discussion, Wayne Smith
moved that Chapter dues for renewals in
2012 increase $10, that we work to eliminate
the budget deficit and we all work actively
to recruit new members. Steve Watrous seconded
and the motion passed unanimously.
A discussion was held concerning non-member
meals at the monthly Chapter meetings. Currently
the cost is $20 and does not cover the cost
of the meal. It was decided not to try to
try to find cheaper and less desirable meals.
On a motion by Steve Richardson and a second
by Mark Schmidt and passed unanimously,
the non-member meals at Chapter meetings
will go to $25 starting with the January
meeting.
The last item on the new business agenda
was the question whether as a Board we should
support going back to the old membership
classification system. The consensus was
to support the old system.
The next Board meeting will be Monday, February
6 at noon at the Sheet Metal Contractors
office.
The next Chapter meeting is the January
24th at the Wildwood Lodge. The topic is
the International Green Code presented by
Arnie Fischer.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:25 p.m.
Submitted by Steve Richardson, Secretary.
Central
Iowa Chapter CSI Treasurer’s Report
December 31, 2011
Status of Account
| 11-31-2011 |
Previous Balance |
$17,525.59 |
12-31-2011 |
Business Share Account (0.10%
APR), [min. balance $25]: |
$ 2553.70 |
| 12-31-2011 |
Business Checking Account (.0050% APR
if over $5,000 min. daily balance), [min.
balance $0] |
$ 3713.61 |
| 12-31-2011 |
12 Month Certificate #8935 @ 1.75% (matures
6-23-2012) |
$ 11052.23 |
| |
Balance as of end date of
this report |
$17319.54 |
Recent
activity
Deposits:
| 12-21-2011 |
November dues |
$420.00 |
| 12-22-2011 |
Meal – L. Matthews (cash) |
$20.00 |
| 12-31-2011 |
Interest - Savings |
$ 0.22 |
| 12-31-2011 |
Interest - CD |
$22.24 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Deposits: |
$462.46 |
Withdrawals:
| 12-08-2011 |
M. Schmidt – postage
stamps (50 at 0.44) |
$22.00 |
| 12-09-2011 |
Wildwood – 29 meals |
$646.50 |
| 12-28-2011 |
Comm Choice CU – Bus Cash deposit
fee |
$00.01 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Withdrawals: |
$668.51 |
Other
Activity":
Respectfully submitted,
J. Mark Schmidt, AIA, CSI, CCS, LEED AP
Treasurer CSI Central Iowa Chapter
Minutes of the
Central Iowa Chapter
Board of Directors
Construction Specifications Institute
December 5, 2011
Call to Order:
President Vic Weiland called the
meeting to order at 12:10 p.m. at the Sheet
Metal Contractors office in West Des Moines.
Board members present were Vic Weiland, Mary
Pearce, Tyler Kamerman, Mike Warner, Steve
Watrous and Steve Richardson. A quorum was
not present.
Minutes:
Minutes of the previous meeting were
distributed
Officers Reports:
President: Vic Weiland-Vic
discussed the buy one get one free CSI Membership
program. He also reminded the group that on
December 12, Joy Davis will be giving a webinar
on the membership toolbox available to CSI
members
Treasurer’s Report:
Mark Schmidt-Mark distributed the November
report via e-mail. The members present received
the report.
President Elect: Wayne Smith-Not
present
Vice President
Professional-Mary Pearce-No Report
Vice President Industry-Mike
Warner-No Report
Past Institute President: Edd
Soenke-Not Present
Chair Reports
Awards-Brent Soderstrum-Not
Present
Certification-Wayne Smith-Not
Present
Chapter Website-Mark Schmidt-Not
present but Mark needs any updates by 12/11
Past President-Steve
Watrous-The 2012 Regional Conference will
be held in Omaha on April 19 & 20th. Only
5 Chapters in the Region have submitted their
By-Laws and only 21 Nationwide. We have done
so.
Planning-Arnie Fischer-Not
Present
Programs and Tours-Steve
Watrous-18 have responded so for the Chapter
meeting.
Public Relations-Kim Best-No
Report
Membership-Tyler
Kamerman-If you have names of anyone you think
might be interested in CSI, please get in
touch with Tyler
Region Director-Steve Watrous-
No Report
Technical-Edd Soenke-Not
Present
Old Business
There was no old business. Items we were unable
to act upon in this meeting will be carried
to old business for next month’s meeting.
New Business
The ISU Jury process was discussed in relation
to who sits on the jury awarding the scholarship
dollars we provide to architecture students
based on their projects and presentations.
Most felt only CSI members should decide who
receives the scholarships and who does not.
It was felt others could sit on the jury and
lend their opinions but the final decisions
would be made by the CSI members present.
Vic will inform ISU of our discussion.
The next Board meeting
will be Tuesday, January 3
at noon at the Sheet Metal Contractors office.
Please note the day change due to the Holiday.
The next Chapter meeting is the December 12th
at noon at the Holiday Inn Mercy Campus. The
topic is Social Media presented by Joy Davis
with CSI National.
The meeting was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Submitted by Steve Richardson, Secretary.
Central Iowa Chapter
CSI Treasurer’s Report
November 30, 2011
Status of Account
| 10-31-2011 |
Previous Balance |
$17,820.87 |
11-30-2011 |
Business Share Account (0.10%
APR), [min. balance $25]: |
$ 2553.48 |
| 11-30-2011 |
Business Checking Account (.0050% APR
if over $5,000 min. daily balance), [min.
balance $0] |
$ 3942.12 |
| 11-30-2011 |
12 Month Certificate #8935 @ 1.75% (matures
6-23-2012) |
$11,029.99 |
| |
Balance as of end date of this
report |
$17,525.59 |
Recent
activity
Deposits:
| 11-2-2011 |
Table top – Gerry Moffit |
$75.00 |
| 11-2-2011 |
Chuck Jansen – Guest meal |
$20.00 |
| 11-23-2011 |
October Dues |
$490.00 |
| 10-31-2011 |
Interest - Savings |
$ 0.21 |
| 10-31-2011 |
Interest - Checking |
$0.00 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Deposits: |
$585.21 |
Withdrawals:
| 11-4-2011 |
Wildwood – Partial October,
22 meals |
$535.61 |
| 11-18-2011 |
Wildwood – Balance on October |
$173.94 |
| 11-07-2011 |
Classic Labs – website 2011 |
$10.47 |
| 11-21-2011 |
Classic Labs – website 2010 (never
paid last year) |
$10.47 |
| 11-21-2011 |
AIA – Contin. Educ. System renewal |
$150.00 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Withdrawals: |
$$880.49 |
Other
Activity":
Respectfully submitted,
J. Mark Schmidt, AIA, CSI, CCS, LEED AP
Treasurer CSI Central Iowa Chapter
Minutes of the Central
Iowa Chapter
Board of Directors
Construction Specifications Institute
November 7, 2011
Call
to Order: President
Vic Weiland called the meeting to order at 12:05
p.m. at the Sheet Metal Contractors office in
West Des Moines. Board members present were
Vic Weiland, Wayne Smith, Kim Best, Mark Schmidt,
Arnie Fischer, Mary Pearce, Tyler Kamerman,
Mike Warner, Brent Soderstrum, and Steve Richardson
Minutes: Minutes
of the previous meeting were approved as distributed
on a motion made by Mark Schmidt and seconded
by Mary Pearce.
Officers Reports:
President: Vic Weiland-Vic
introduced Tyler Kamerman as a new Board Member
and new Membership Chair.
Treasurer’s Report: Mark
Schmidt-Mark distributed the October report
and the revised September report. Both were
accepted by the Board.
President Elect: Wayne Smith-No
Report
Vice President Professional-Mary
Pearce-No Report
Vice President Industry-Mike
Warner-No Report
Past Institute President: Edd
Soenke-Not Present
Chair Reports
Awards-Brent Soderstrum-No
Report
Certification-Wayne Smith-Wayne
is looking at study sessions for the examinations
to start in January. He is hoping the meetings
will take place electronically. Ann Sobiech-Munson
will be assisting this time.
Chapter Website-Mark Schmidt-He
needs any updates by 11/11
Past President-Steve Watrous-The
last region meeting included information on
our Chapter filing the 990N report establishing
us as a non-profit. The Region was hoping it
could all be done as one and at one time but
there has been some confusion.
The 2012 Regional Conference will be held in
Omaha on April 19 & 20th.
Arnie reported three
other items came up during the regional teleconference.
One was the NCR is considering a micro site
and requesting info. They discussed a by laws
update and there was some discussion on an initiative
called the 50/50 membership effort.
Planning-Arnie
Fischer-No Report
Programs and Tours-Steve Watrous-The
RSVP’s went out for the next Chapter meeting.
This meeting covers wood finishes. Last month’s
program on concrete polishing went very well
and was well received.
Public Relations-Kim Best-No
Report
Membership-Tyler Kamerman-No
Report
Region Director-Steve Watrous-
No Report
Technical-Edd Soenke-No Report
Old Business
By Law revisions was brought up. Wayne distributed
copies of the revisions. Upon review a motion
was made by Wayne Smith to adopt the revised
By Laws. Mark Schmidt seconded. The motion was
approved unanimously. Thanks went out to Wayne
Smith for all the hard work he put in on the
revision. The By Laws now go to National for
review and if approved they will go before the
Chapter membership for final adoption.
New Business
There was no new business.
The next Board meeting will be December 5 at
noon at the Sheet Metal Contractors office.
The next Chapter meeting is the November 15th
at Wildwood Lodge and the topic is Wood Finishes.
The meeting was adjourned at 12:58 p.m. on a
motion by Wayneh Smith and seconded by Mike
Warner.
Submitted by Steve Richardson, Secretary.
Central Iowa Chapter
CSI Treasurer’s Report
October 31, 2011
Status of Account
| 09-30-2011 |
Previous Balance |
$18,016.26 |
10-31-2011 |
Business Share Account (0.10%
APR), [min. balance $25]: |
$ 2553.27 |
| 10-31-2011 |
Business Checking Account (.0050% APR if
over $5,000 min. daily balance), [min. balance
$0] |
$ 4237.61 |
| 10-31-2011 |
12 Month Certificate #8935 @ 1.75% (matures
6-23-2012) |
$11,029.99 |
| |
Balance as of end date of this
report |
$17,820.87 |
Recent
activity
Deposits:
| 10-24-2011 |
Ocober dues |
$340.00 |
| 10-31-2011 |
Interest - Savings |
$ 0.22 |
| 10-31-2011 |
Interest - Checking |
$0.00 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Deposits: |
$340.22 |
Withdrawals:
| 10-14-2011 |
Wildwood – September,
22 meals |
$535.61 |
| |
Total Withdrawals: |
$535.61 |
Other
Activity":
Respectfully submitted,
J. Mark Schmidt, AIA, CSI, CCS, LEED AP
Treasurer CSI Central Iowa Chapter
Minutes of the Central
Iowa Chapter (92)
Board of Directors
Construction Specifications Institute
September 2011
Call to Order:
President Vic Weiland called the meeting
to order at 12:04 p.m. at the Sheet Metal Contractors
office in West Des Moines. Board members present
were Vic Weiland, Wayne Smith, Corrine Baker,
Mary Pearce, Arnie Fischer, Mark Schmidt, Mike
Warner, Brent Soderstrum, Kim Best and Steve Richardson
Minutes: Minutes of the previous
meeting were approved as distributed on a motion
made by Steve Watrous and seconded by Arnie Fischer.
Officers Reports:
President: Vic Weiland-The National
is pushing to recruit members as we all know.
We need to invite anyone we think would benefit
from CSI membership to any function.
Treasurer’s Report: Mark
Schmidt-Since we are meeting on November 1, we
have not received the bank statement. Mark will
e-mail it to everyone. There has been little activity
in the account this month.
A spreadsheet was put together a month or so ago
showing our Chapter’s cash flow. Mark said
he would try to have that available for review
next month. We can go over it then and hopefully
approve the budget spreadsheet.
President Elect: Wayne Smith-No
Report
Vice President Industry-Mike
Warner-No Report
Past Institute President: Edd
Soenke-Not present
Chair Reports
Awards-Brent Soderstrum (Dr.
Love)-No report
Certification-Wayne Smith-Wayne
is looking for a location to hold CDT training.
Pella Corp is sending a number of folks up for
that and Wayne needs something on the East side.
Also he needs items in for newsletter very soon
since this is a short month between meetings.
Chapter Website-Mark Schmidt-He
needs any updates by 8/9.
Past President-Steve Watrous-Expressed
his utter delight that he no longer has Wayne
calling to remind him to get his article in for
the newsletter.
Planning-Arnie
Fischer-No Report
Programs and Tours-Steve Watrous-No
Reprot
Public Relations-Kim Best-Our
meeting in December is the annual joint meeting
with ASHRAE and SMACNA.
Membership-Corrine Baker-Corrine
asked us to keep inviting people. She will also
look into getting articles together on our new
members and submit it to Wayne to put in the newsletter.
Newsletter-Wayne Smith-Please
get your items in as soon as possible.
Region Director-Steve Watrous-Region
is still working on putting all chapters under
the CSI umbrella for non-profit status with the
IRS. That is still ongoing. Mark Schmidt has already
filed the necessary forms for our chapter.
Technical-Edd Soenke-Not Present
USGBC Report-Alejandra Feliciano-Not
Present
Old Business
The Chapter By Laws Task Team is not ready at
this time.
New Business
Discussion took place regarding the table top
options at our monthly dinner meetings. The focus
was on what we should charge and how much time
we should give. On a motion made by Arnie Fischer
and seconded by Steve Watrous and passed unanimously,
it was decided to charge $50 for members and $75
for non members. The cost includes dinner and
the opportunity to talk about their products for
five minutes with another 5 minutes for questions
and answers.
Discussion also centered on who should be responsible
for lining up the table tops for each meeting.
The consensus was to have the person responsible
for the program be responsible for the initial
contact for the table tops.
The next Board meeting will be December 6 at noon
at the Sheet Metal Contractors office.
The meeting was adjourned at 12:45 p.m. on a motion
by Mark Schmidt and seconded by Arnie Fischer.
Submitted by Steve Richardson, Secretary.
Central Iowa Chapter
CSI Treasurer’s Report
September 30, 2011
Status of Account
| 08-31-2011 |
Previous Balance |
$19,213.64 |
09-30-11 |
Business Share Account (0.50%
APR), [min. balance $25]: |
$ 2553.05 |
| 09-30-11 |
Business Checking Account (.0050% APR if over
$5,000 min. daily balance), [min. balance $0] |
$ 4433.22 |
| 09-30-11 |
12 Month Certificate #8935 @ 1.75% (matures
6-23-2010) |
$11,007.79 |
| |
Balance as of end date of this
report |
$17,994.06 |
Recent
activity
Deposits:
| 09-26-11 |
August dues |
$280.00 |
| 09-30-11 |
Interest - Savings |
$ 0.21 |
| 09-30-11 |
Interest - Checking |
$0.21 |
| |
|
|
| |
Total Deposits: |
$280.42 |
Withdrawals:
| 09-19-11 |
ISU – 2010 Scholarship |
$1500.00 |
| |
Total Withdrawals: |
$1500.00 |
Other
Activity":
Respectfully submitted,
J. Mark Schmidt, AIA, CSI, CCS, LEED AP
Treasurer CSI Central Iowa Chapter
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