Minutes of Board Of Directors Meeting
November 6, 2006

In attendance: Officers
X (KR) Kristy Rivera, President
X (MC) Mel Cea, President Elect
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President – Industry
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Vice President - Professional, Region Director
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary
X (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
(FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(GP) Gary Pingel, Director Professional (1st Year)
X (DR) Don Russell, Past President, Membership Chair
(TWH) Tom White, Education Chair
(TS) Tom Smith, Academic Liaison
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
X (JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2006-2007
Ken Moore, Round Table Chair

1. Teleconference - Meeting began at 4:04PM.

2. Review October 2006 Minutes. Mel made a motion to approve the minutes. Second. Passed.

3. Program Update 2006-2007

A. October 19 – DSS406 Focus on Security, Scott Baker, Assa Abloy: Meeting attendance was fair.

C. November 16 – Noise Control 101, Steve Mitchell, The HUFF Co.: Tom White confirmed all is set. John O’Neil has the bio and the program outline.

D. December – NO PROGRAM

E. January 18 – Technical Advances In Porcelain Tile, Charles Cuccia, American Int’l. Tile: Chuck is confirmed. John O’Neil has the Bio and Program outline.

F. February 27 Special Event – NIL/Chicago Building Science Event, PPW/Tyvek. Bill confirmed the date. Speaker will be the same as last year, Mark LaLiberte. No Chapter Meeting during February. Bill is working with the Chicago chapter on meeting. No change as of this date on the location of the meeting.

G. March 15 – Paint, MPI, Brad Dahlgren, Sherwin Williams: Michelle Goodeve has confirmed. No update.

H. April 19 – CTL Tour. Michelle update. CTL will provide Box Lunches. Michelle will select tour topics from the CTL website and send that with website to John O’Neil. Participants will meet in CTL Lunchroom in Skokie. Speaker will talk about Building Envelopes. Suggested schedule: Registration 6PM; Dinner/Speaker at 6:30PM. Tour to follow (45 min-1 hr) No update.

I. May 17 –Awards Banquet - Don Schmidt Custom Metal Inc. out of Madison, Wisconsin will give a presentation on Building Restoration. Fred Burr noted all set. No update.

4. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2006-2007:

Update needed on the status of the education programs.

5. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2006-1007: John O’Neil Update . Link information is required by October 6th. John will email to Alan James on Sunday for distribution on Monday October 9th by email and to website people.

6. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2006-2007.

Update needed on the status of Toms contact with Rockford.

7. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair:

a. Chicago Chapter will have 10 weeks plus an initial Orientation Meeting for Day 1.

b. Parksite will continue to sponsor meals.

c. NICSI’s Program is 8 week format as in the past.

1. Don suggested to send to same group Tom White used for Education Session distribution.

d. 3 people have signed up as of today.

8. Awards Committee 2006-2007, Mel Cea. Kristy will share her work with Mel after first of year.

9. Membership Committee, Don Russell - Chair:

Membership numbers (end of September)

1 New Member in September (Jeff Noce)

8 New Members, fiscal year to date

155 Members
135 Home chapter members
10. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve. No report.


11. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski:

a. November: Bill Cohen/PPW will have a table top on “quiet solution” at the November Meeting.

b. An invoice is needed for the table top participates. Kristy has made an invoice for previous use and will send it to Bill.

12. Nominating Committee, Mel Cea 2006-2007 - Chair: (President Elects plan their slate in fall and have them completed by year end or early in the new year). Mel solicited board members to share their interests with him and has had to response as of yet.

13. President’s Report, Kristy Rivera - President: October’s meeting had about normal attendance. Thank you to Mel for filling in at the October Board Meeting and to Don for taking minutes. Hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving.

14. Old Business:

a. None

15. New Business: None.

a. Round Table. CEU’s are provided to Participants. The next program is November 14th at Noon.

The next board meeting will be a teleconference on January 8th 2007 at 4:00pm.

Meeting adjourned at 4:22.

September 18, 2006
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

In attendance: Officers
x (KR) Kristy Rivera, President
(MC) Mel Cea, President Elect
x (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President – Industry
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Vice President - Professional, Region Director
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
(MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary
x (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
x (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
x (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(GP) Gary Pingel, Director Professional (1st Year)
x (DR) Don Russell, Past President, Membership Chair
x (TWH) Tom White, Education Chair
(TS) Tom Smith, Academic Liaison
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2006-2007
x Ken Moore, Round Table Chair

1. Teleconference, the phone number is 1-888-XXX-XXXX and pass code XXXXXXX. A Quorum was present. Meeting began at 4:03PM.

2. Review August 2006 Minutes. No discussion. Susan Johnson moved to approve. Seconded. Passed. Minutes Approved.

3. Program Update 2006-2007

A. September 21 – Sustainability in Masonry Construction, Chris Bupp, Hohmann & Barnard. All set. Tom Walter advised we have a second Table Top FSR from Patterson, N.J.. Kristy will advise Alan James that we have two table tops.

B. October 19 – DSS406 Focus on Security, Scott Baker, Assa Abloy: Tom White reported all should be okay. Asked Scott Baker for more information and a bio for the speaker.

C. November 16 – Noise Control 101, Steve Mitchell, The HUFF Co.: Tom White has discussed with Steve and Tom forwarded the Bio to Kristy and John O.

D. December – NO PROGRAM

E. January 18 – Technical Advances In Porcelain Tile, Charles Cuccia, American Int’l. Tile: Don Confirmed Chuck is on board. Don to request outline and bio again so we can forward to John O.

F. February 15 – NIL/Chicago Building Science Event, PPW/Tyvek. Bill had no update.

G. March 15 – Paint, MPI, Brad Dahlgren, Sherwin Williams: Michelle Goodeve has confirmed.

H. April 19 – Michelle advised at the budget meeting that the tour is locked in at CTL Group. Michelle should forward an outline about CTL to John O for theLlink. Then followup for a more detailed description after the first of the year.

I. May 17 –Awards Banquet - Fred will contact Don Schmidt Custom Metal Inc. out of Madison, Wisconsin for a presentation on Building Restoration. Location is tentatively for Holiday Inn, based on budget allocation. Budget allows for a special meal.

J. Possible program topics 2007/2008
Insulation Systems Dan Schnick 262-369-4495
Technology Wiring, member Bob Sass
Landscaping trends
Building signage
Masonry restoration—Mel talked to Scott Cromwell on the ALA Boat Tour
Solid Surfaces….Mel will contact Wilson Art. Also Corian.
Carpeting—

4. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2006-2007: Tom is open to suggestions. He encouraged Board to offer suggestions.

5. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2006-1007: John O’Neil Update:
a. No report.
b. Don advised that John is looking for more Advertisers: There are almost as many as last year, just less revenue because of our reduced rates. It is really a very reasonable marketing opportunity. If you know a Vendor who aligns with a program, John O can incorporate single month adds, also.

6. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2006-2007. No Report

7. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair:
a. After this teleconference, Don will email those who passed the test and invite them as NICSI Guests to Thursday’s Meeting. Better late than never.
b. Bill did have us registered as a test site. Bill will discuss our class schedule with Cathy Beasley tomorrow at the ALA-CSI Trade show. Early Bird Signup is December 1st. Bill will write an article for the Next Link. Kristy will make an announcement at Thursday’s meeting that the early bird date for Test Registration is December 1st. Early registrants save about $60 on the cost for test registration.

8. Awards Committee 2006-2007, Mel Cea. No Report. Kristy will share her work with Mel.

9. Membership Committee, Don Russell - Chair:
Membership numbers
11 new members year to date end of June
4 New members in August and 2 in July. (One of the August was mis-assigned and will move to the Minneapolis Chapter)
155 total End August, (End Feb159, End May 152, End June 154)
135 home chapter End of August (End Feb 141, End May 137, End June).
The Membership Committee is contact new members to invite them to meetings and non renewed members to motivate them to renew.

10. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve. No Report. See President Report below for additional notes on the 2006-2007 Budget; the NCR Budget was increase from $1500 to $2000 to encourage participation in Milwaukee’s Anniversary Event.

11. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: Table Top at the September Meeting. Dan Schnick of Owens Corning (Insulation Systems) plus FSR as noted above.

12. Nominating Committee, Mel Cea 2006-2007 - Chair: No Report. Updates will start in late fall

13. President’s Report, Kristy Rivera - President:
a. I would like to thank the budget committee for all their hard work. The budget was balanced and we are in good fiscal health as reported by Michelle Goodeve at the September 12 Budget Committee Meeting.
b. The budget will be published in the October LINK and on the Northern Illinois CSI Chapter website

14. Old Business:
a. None

15. New Business:
a. Region: Fred reported for Jignesh. Region asked for potential candidates for Regional Director, Industry. Board discussion didn’t offer recommendations. Jignesh should be on a teleconference regarding this in October. Fred will contact Sheldon.
b. Round Table. CEU’s are provided to Participants. The next program is September 19th on electronic bidding, accessing bid documents thru the internet. The Program will include two speakers, one from Southern Illinois Builders Association and a second speaker from McGraw Hill. Good exposure for both Industry and Professional staff. This process could be a real impetus behind full information to the subcontractors. Ken encouraged the board to participate.
The next board meeting will be a teleconference on October 16 at 4pm. Don R moved to adjourn, seconded. Passed. The Meeting adjourned at 4:43PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Don Russell,
Membership Chair/Past President

May 1, 2006
Board of Directors Minutes

In attendance:

Officers
X (DR) Don Russell, President
(KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
(MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
X (MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
(TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
X (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
X (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
X (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference, 4PM start.
2. Review 6 April 2006 Minutes. MG motioned. Second. Passed

Programs 2005 – 2006:
a. BIM program. No official report. Program was good. Attendance was 25.
b. April 20: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield, Fred Burr, Coordinator. Bd. thanks Fred for organizing. Fred update: Very informative program 14+/- members present.
c. May 18: Awards Program. Theme: Katrina Fundraiser. Kristy/Michelle/Susan (Program: Tom Smith and Alan Itzkowitz to share their stories) Location: Rosewood Restaurant. Members $16, Guests $46 and voluntary separate donation to the CSI Katrina Relief Fund. Michelle indicated that all is set for the program except for the timing of the speakers.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006: No report

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006: John O’Neil Update:

a. The February President’s Message outlined that the Link will go Electronic starting in summer. Snail Mail copies will be mailed to those who send their request to Don (address: Don Russell, 500 W. Gartner Rd, Naperville Il. 60540).
b. The May Link should be sent out by May 8th.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-2006.No report.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair:

a. Nothing new; Board should invite those who pass the exam to the September meeting.

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. On track.

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair:

9 new members year to date, end February (Server down AM of mtg)

2 New members February
159 total members, end February.
141 home chapter members, end February

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve No report.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: No Report

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Elections complete

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:

a. BIM Seminar: Thanks to Tom White for his hard work. Very informative
b. Northfield Block: Thanks for hosting the April Meeting
c. Reminder to contact Michelle, not Alan, for May Meeting Reservations.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah. No report

14. Old Business:

a. Review Chapter By-Laws – See Separate Email. By-Laws emailed with minor changes made. MG motioned. Second. Passed

b. Winnipeg: Jignesh Shah and Fred Burr have requested to share in the budget available. Kristy Rivera will attend as her company’s representative. If you go, bring your passport. Regional Budget is $1500 to be shared. Bring the banner….Don will bring to May Meeting.

15. New Business:

a. Round Table on May 16. CEU’s for participating.
b. Lunchbox Meetings at remote locations. See Don’s president message for lists.
The next board meeting will be via teleconference on June19th. at 4PM.

Respectfully submitted,
Mark Nichols, secretary

April 6, 2006
Board of Directors Minutes

In attendance: Officers

X (DR) Don Russell, President
(KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
(MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
X (MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
(MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
X (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
X (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
(FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry (Present April 3rd when no quorum)
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
(JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair (Present April 3rd when no quorum)
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference, the phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#. At the Initial meeting, held April 3rd, a quorum was not present. A quorum was present on 6 April 2006. Meeting began at 4:01PM.

2. Review 6 March 2006 Minutes. Board reviewed minutes. Michelle Goodeve moved to approve. Seconded. Passed.

Programs 2005 – 2006:

a. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Interesting presentation. Thanks Mel.
b. April 20: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield, Fred Burr, Coordinator. Fred update: Meeting Start: 6PM. Meeting notice requires RSVP to 847-816-9000 X449 (Shannon) by Thursday before Meeting. Directions: Rt. 80 to Rt. 47 in Morris. See LINK.
e. May 18: Awards Program. Theme: Katrina Fundraiser. Kristy/Michelle/Susan (Program: Tom Smith and Alan Itzkowitz to share their stories) Location: Rosewood Restaurant. Members $16, Guests $46 and voluntary separate donation to the CSI Katrina Relief Fund.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006: April 11 Program BIM Program. Cost to be $80 CSI members, $100 for non members. Tom gave an update. The program content provides a great opportunity to learn more about how technology can assit in managing large projects. Space still available—there has been only limited registration. Emails by the Tectonic Network have brought some additional registrants from across the country. Tom needs Volunteers to help. Don volunteered.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006: John O’Neil Update:

a. The February President’s Message outlined that the Link will go Electronic starting in summer. Snail Mail copies will be mailed to those who send their request to Don (address: Don Russell, 500 W. Gartner Rd, Naperville Il. 60540).
b. The April Link: Sent to printer today. Members should receive in mail this week. Those present discussed format. Discussion on April 3rd suggested consolidating the Round Table outline to half a page. The renewed members will be for the most recent available at print time, normally lags 60 days.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-2006. No report. Tom is traveling.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Bill Update:

a. Classes completed. Test held. 2 CCPR, 2 CCCA, 9 CDT. 3 No Shows. Results should be available in about 60 days.
b. Materials for test were issued by Institute, not an outsourced firm as last year. No problems this year! Bill offered congratulations to all who helped teach the classes.
c. Board should invite those who pass the exam to the September meeting.

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. On track.
8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair: To early for March Updates

9 new members year to date, end February
2 New members February
159 total members, end February.
141 home chapter members, end February

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – Michelle gave an update on financial status.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: John B. No Report

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Elections complete

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:

a. Institute: Welcome back those who attended Convention
b. BIM Seminar: Consider Attending.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah, No Report.

14. Old Business:

a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Thanks to Mel Cea for his efforts to review our Bi Laws. Attached Italics were discussed. Vote will be taken at next meeting.

1. Article IV-Board, Section 2: The Board shall consist of 11 voting members: president, president-elect, 2 vice-presidents, secretary, treasurer, immediate past president (advisory member), and 4 directors. Professional members shall constitute a minimum of thirty-three percent of the chapter Board. The aggregate of industry and associate members shall also constitute a minimum of thirty-three percent of the chapter Board.

2. Article IV-Section 6: The Board shall schedule monthly business meetings. Meeting format may be in person or via teleconference. Special meetings shall only be held upon the call of the president or a majority of the Board upon seven days written notice.

3. Article VI-Nomination and Election Section 1: At the election of a new president/president-elect, the immediate past president shall remain on the Board for one year without election.

In the event that a board member terminates his membership in the chapter, the board shall name a new member of the board as a replacement until the end of the fiscal year. If the term of the resigned member of the board extends beyond the present fiscal year, it shall be the boards’ option to extend the term of the appointed replacement or include the vacancy at the next election.

4. Article VI-Nomination and Election. Section 5: A nominating committee shall be appointed by the Board not later than February 20. The nominating committee shall prepare a list of nominees, showing at least one name for each elective position on the Board due to become vacant. The positions should be identified as one year or two year terms per the provision of this section. The list of nominees shall be presented to the chapter not later than the regular meeting in April. At this time, the members may present nominations from the floor. At the close of the nomination, names of the nominees shall be listed on the official ballot. Other names of potential candidates may be added by the voter as a write-in candidate. The committee shall inform the chapter how ballots will be distributed and the last day of voting. Each voting member of the chapter shall be provided with a ballot at least two weeks prior to the ballot count.

5. Article VI: Membership Section 5. At the discretion of the Board, a title of Member Emeritus may be conferred of a member of the chapter. Member Emeritus, shall be at least 70 years of age, retired or recently retired. Additional criteria shall match those required by Institute.

6. Article IX Fiscal Administration Section 2: The annual chapter dues shall be set by the Board. Member Emeritus, Lifetime Members, and Honorary Members shall not be subject to Chapter dues. These members shall be responsible to special requirements of the Institute to maintain their Institute membership. The Chapter Board may, at their discretion, waive meal costs for Members Emeritus, Lifetime Members or Honorary Members attending Chapter Meetings.

b. Winnipeg: Jignesh Shah and Fred Burr have requested to share in the budget available. Kristy Rivera will attend as her company’s representative. If you go, bring your passport. Regional Budget is $1500 to be shared.

c. Las Vegas: Update from Participants. Michelle noted that the Convention was well attended by people from the Midwest.

15. New Business:

a. Condolences from the Board to Alan James on the passing of this Father.
b. Round Table on April 18th. CEU’s for participating. Discussion Topics: Use of Manufacturers details in Contract Documents, Warranties and Electronic submission of request for substitution.
c. Ken Moore Suggestion: Lunchbox Meetings at remote locations. Those present discussed this opportunity for CSI to better serve its members. Bill Cohen will contact Ken to offer a lunch and learn option. Don will act as “Matchmaker” by writing an article for the Link to match Professional and Industry members and by serving as the point contact for those interested--Don will develop a list of Small Office Professional members interested in group lunchbox meetings and Industry members with AIA Accredited presentations to share. With professional renewals due in November 2006, this new NICSI opportunity should benefit our members.
Next Chapter Meeting is the April 20– see above. The next board meeting will be via teleconference on May 1st. at 4PM. .

Respectfully submitted,
Don Russell, President

March 6, 2006

In attendance: Officers
X (DR) Don Russell, President
X (KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
X (MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
X (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
X (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
X (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
X (AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
X (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference, the phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#. Meeting began at 4:03PM. .

2. Reviewed 6 February 2006 Minutes to be reviewed, previously sent under separate cover by Don Russell. Mel moved. Approved.

Programs 2005 – 2006:

a. February: Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago: 180 attended the evening meeting. Good Speaker. A small group from NICSI.

b. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Status of Bio for Link: All set.

d. April 20: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield, Fred Burr, Coordinator. Fred reported all set. Meeting notice will require RSVP by Thursday before Meeting.

e. May 18: Awards Program. Theme: Katrina Fundraiser. Kristy/Michelle/Susan (Program: Tom Smith and Alan Itzkowitz to share their stories) Kristy advised that the Rosewood Restaurant in Rosemont will be the location. K/M/S referenced an early email by CSI with suggestions for donations. Kristy will Email Mike Davis to define how funds will be used to ‘help our own’ in the hurricane ravaged area. Dinner $46 Charge $50 $16 dinner ($46-$30 by Chapter); $34 to relief. The charge will be the same for Member and Guest, $50. CSI will issue receipts for tax purposes for the relief portion of the charge, the amount beyond the cost for Dinner, Cocktails and Dessert. Alcohol will be underwritten by Kristy/Michelle firms. Motion made to charge $50. Passed.

1. Post Meeting: Decided to Charge Members $16, Guests $46 and voluntary separate donation to the CSI Katrina Relief Fund.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006: April 11 Program (also Kristy’s Birthday) BIM Program. (Board emails directed cost to be $80 CSI members, $100 for non members) Tom update: Announcement is on the website; the registration can be down loaded. Chicago chapter forwarded the information on to members. Tom has not yet received any registration forms. John O has requested 3 from his firm to go. Tom is closer on the final speaker. Speakers will include: two from Tectonic (overview and integration), one from Autodesk (3 D modeling), and one from Arcom (Specifications), a person from GSA (owner’s perspective). No speaker from PrimaVera. Not much on project management so now looking for a speaker on Cost Estimating, perhaps Timberline or US Cost (they do work for GSA).
There is much interest in Architects wanting to work with GSA.
Tom W. to send anything new to Alan James by second Monday.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006: John O’Neil

Update:
a. The February President’s Message outlined that the Link will go Electronic starting in summer. Snail Mail copies will be mailed to those who send their request to Don (address: Don Russell, 500 W. Gartner Rd, Naperville Il. 60540).
b. The March Link: Anticipate mailing on 7 March06.
c. Advertising: All Paid.
d. Website: Updates due for Alan James email on second Monday.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-2006. No report.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Bill Update:

1. First 5 classes completed.
2. Next three all set? Need speaker for March 8—perhaps switch Brian to March 8--board offered other suggestions. Tom White is okay for March 15 and Alan I will do closing.
3. Don sent course outline to Alan to prep for CEU’s; Bill to send log to Alan .

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. On track.

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair: Mark to Update for February Stats (Below is January Stats Updated after Feb 8 notification from Institute)
9 new members year to date, end February
2 New members February
159 total members, end February. This is a decrease in the number of members last year at this time.
141 home chapter members, end February

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – No report

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: John B cannot participate but advised that George Lacina from DeLaurelais Co will be a table top at the March Meeting.

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Ballots due March 13th. Kristy to report at March meeting. (See Bi-law notes below on the format)

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:

a. Institute: Don discussed teleconference on Changes in Executive Director
b. See New Business on Chapter Support for Katrina Relief.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah, No Report.

14. Old Business:

a. Review Chapter By-Laws –
Thanks to Mel Cea for his efforts to review our Bi Laws. Action deferred to next month. Mel will edit a copy of the bi laws, highlighting the changes and forward the document to the board.

1. Article IV-Board, Section 6: Mel will recommend an update to incorporate terminology to specifically allow teleconferenced meetings as recommended by the Region

2. Article VI-Nomination and Election of Officers and Directors,

2a. Section 1: Mel will recommend an update to outline provide for filling vacancies.

2b. Section 5: To follow requirements of Bi-Laws, the President-Elect (Board member who manages the balloting) will solicit additional nominations from the floor at the meeting after voting by mail closes. If there are nominations, a vote from those present who have not previously voted will be taken, counted and added to the current votes. After reviewing the results, the President Elect will announce the results and the welcome the new Board. (Kristy, please note and include in the President Elect responsibilities you communicate to your successor).

3. Article IX – Fiscal Administration, Section 2: Mel will recommend an update to outline Characteristics of member emeritus (following definition on Institute Website) and chapter dues for members emeritus: Emeritus members would not have free Chapter meeting meals. Because we are going to electronic email, no dues are required. Institute dues will be as defined on the Institute Website.

4. Mel will advise the Board at the March Board meeting as to the By Law Amendment process.

b. Round Table: Ken Moore led the First Specifier Roundtable Teleconference in February topic will be Master Spec Systems. March will be substitutions. CEU’s will be made available. (not HSW). Don will ask Ken to write for April Link that CEU’s will be issued.

c. Winnipeg: John O’Neil, Jignesh Shah and Fred Burr have requested to share in the budget available. Kristy Rivera will attend as her company’s representative. If you go, bring your passport.

d. Las Vegas: Don noted that he sent on email requesting that those planning on attending register with Mark Nichols to be included as a delegate. Fred Burr noted he is planning on attending. Fred and Kristy emailed Mark to be delegates and Mark also listed board members.

15. New Business:
a. Katrina Support: Don has sent emails to board, recommending a percentage of any net income from the April 11 Seminar be allocated to the May Fundraiser. Don suggests 25% any net income. Passed.
Next Meeting opportunity is the March 16 – see above. Next board meeting will be April 3rd at 4PM. Meeting adjourned at 4:46 pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Mark Nichols, Secretary

February 6, 2006

In attendance: Officers
x (DR) Don Russell, President
(KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
x (MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
x (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
(MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
x (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
x (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
(SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
x (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry (cannot attend Nov 17)
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
x (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
x (JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference, Meeting began at 4:05PM. There was a quorum.

2. Reviewed Amended Minutes of the 9 Jan 2006 Meeting, sent under separate cover by Don Russell. Mel moved to approve. Seconded. Passed.
Programs 2005 – 2006:
a. January 19: National Gypsum Impact Resistant Gyp Board Systems Very interesting. Thanks to Jignesh Shah for coordinating. Don still awaits CEU certificate.
b. February: No Chapter meeting. Special Education Event—a Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago. Topic: Moisture and Rain Management, Bill Cohen: Meeting date is February 28 and the speaker is Mark Laliberte. Flyer is reproduced in the LINK. Member cost: $30. The Board requested that Alan James also send an email to NICSI members. Members can go to the ALA website www.LicensedArchitect.org to register. Alternatively, Mail Registration Form from the Link to ALA, PO Box 687, Barrington, IL 60011-0687. Make Checks payable to ALA. Call 847-382-0630 with Questions.
c. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Everything is set for presentation. Mel advised all was on track. Mel will contact the speaker to get BIO information to John O’Neil. If available tomorrow, information will be included in the February Link.
d. April: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield, Fred Burr, Coordinator. Fred reported Tour is on track. Tour Registration will begin at the site at 6PM, Dinner 6:30PM, Tour to follow. Fred will get information on RSVP date required for caterers. Dinner is Courtesy of Northfield Block. Northfield needs also needs the count to assure they have hard hats, steel toed shoe covers and safety glasses for participants.
e. May 18: Awards Program. Theme: Katrina Fundraiser. Kristy/Michelle/Susan (Program: Tom Smith and Alan Itzkowitz to share their stories) No Update

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006: Tom has worked diligently to create a topic that should be of interest to many. The topic is Building Information Model (BIM). The date is April 11 (Also Kristy’s Birthday). This program should be of interest to a broad array of professional and industry disciplines. CEU’s will be issued (the exact amount TBA) Tom has sent a description of the program to many local professional organizations; they will include in their newsletters. There will NOT be a separate mailing for the seminar. This will enable our chapter to keep the price at $100. (Discussion did not differentiate between members and non NICSI members)—(Post meeting—Don will email board on this issue) The registration form will be downloadable from the Northern Illinois Website. Advance payment will be required, payable to Northern Illinois CSI. Payment due date will be included on the website information. Tom discussed issues around finalizing presenters. Thanks again to Tom for his hard work on developing the seminar on such a timely topic.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006: John O’Neil Update:
a. The February President’s Message outlines that the Link will go Electronic starting in Summer. Snail Mail copies will be mailed to those who send their request to Don (address: Don Russell, 500 W. Gartner Rd, Naperville, Il. 60540).
b. The February Link: Anticipate mailing on Thursday or Friday this week.
c. Advertising: One advertiser still hasn’t paid. John will check with Michelle to see if she received payment.
d. Link will include a summary from Ken Moore on first Specifiers Roundtable Teleconference on submittals as well as mention of the February Roundtable on Master Spec Systems.
e. Link includes the Election ballot
f. Website: Updates due for Alan James email on second Monday.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-1006. No update. John O’Neil included an article in the February Link outlining how NICSI assists Rock Valley College and soliciting member volunteers for possible to support to other colleges no update. John O’Neil included an article in the February Link outline how NICSI assist Rock Valley College and soliciting member volunteers for possible to support to other colleges.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Bill Update: Bill will keep an attendance sheet with email addresses; Alan James can issue CEU’s. Bill advised Board that Don was the presenter at the first session. Presenters for the next month include session 2 Brian Barrows, Project Delivery and Design; session 3 John O’Neil Construction Documents 5.1,5.2, session 4 Fred Schuster Construction Documents 5.3, 5.4; session 5 Open Bidding 6.0, Construction 7.0 , Facility Management 8.0. Don will work with Bill to get information required if no Spec Guy outline is available for Session 5.

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. Don reported Awards are on track.

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair: No Report (Updated after Feb 8 notification from Institute)
7 new members year to date, end January
1 New members January
157 total members, end January. This is a decrease in the number of members last year at this time.
139 home chapter members, end January (lost 4)
Don sent emails to all members renewing in December and to 2 members who didn’t renew (one listed as non-newed was renewing but the check had not been received by Institute).

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – No report
Post January teleconference: Dues to stay at $100; Link to become Electronic with Summer Issue. This is required to balance the budget without raising dues.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: Be certain to explain fee structure to inquiries. There are to be no additional table tops at the February meeting. John reported there will be a table top in March—concrete forming.

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Slate included in February Link.

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:
a. February Link president’s message will outline the "State of the Chapter". Due are currently $100; this will require funds from reserves to balance the budget. To balance the 2006-2007 Budget and keep dues at $100 will require moving to an electronic newsletter. This will also provide more timely information to a majority of the membership.
b. February is known as President’s month—read my President’s message. I think it should be March

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah, no report.

14. Old Business:
a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Thanks to Mel Cea for his efforts to review our Bi Laws. Upcoming suggested updates:
1. Article IV-Board, Section 6: Mel will recommend an update to incorporate terminology to specifically allow teleconferenced meetings as recommended by the Region
2. Article VI-Nomination and Election of Officers and Directors,
2a. Section 1: Mel will recommend an update to outline provide for filling vacancies.
2b. Section 5: To follow requirements of Bi-Laws, the President-Elect (Board member who manages the balloting) will solicit additional nominations from the floor at the meeting after voting by mail closes. If there are nominations, a vote from those present who have not previously voted will be taken, counted and added to the current votes. After reviewing the results, the President Elect will announce the results and the welcome the new Board. (Kristy, please note and include in the President Elect responsibilities you communicate to your successor).
3. Article IX – Fiscal Administration, Section 2: Mel will recommend an update to outline Characteristics of member emeritus (following definition on Institute Website) and chapter dues for members emeritus: Emeritus members would not have free Chapter meeting meals. Because we are going to electronic email, no dues are required. Institute dues will be as defined on the Institute Website.
4. Mel will advise the Board at the March Board meeting as to the By Law Amendment process.
b. Round Table: Ken Moore led the First Specifier Roundtable Teleconference on January 17. February topic will be Master Spec Systems.
c. Winnipeg: John O’Neil, Jignesh Shah and Fred Burr have requested to share in the budget available. Kristy Rivera will attend as her company’s representative.
d. Las Vegas: Don noted that he sent on email requesting that those planning on attending register with Mark Nichols to be included as a delegate. Fred Burr noted he is planning on attending.

15. New Business: None

Next Meeting opportunity is the Special Education Session on February 28th – see above. . Next board meeting will be March 6th at 4:00 pm. Tom Walter moved to adjourn at 5:05PM. Seconded. Passed
Respectfully submitted,
Don Russell, President

January 9, 2006
Board of Directors Minutes

In attendance: Officers
X (DR) Don Russell, President
X (KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
(MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
X (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
X (TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
X (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
X (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry (cannot attend Nov 17)
X (AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
(JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
X (JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference, the phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#. Conference started 4:02.

2. The Board Reviewed Minutes of the 12 Dec 2005 Minutes. Sent under separate cover by Don Russell, most recently on Thursday 5Jan06. BC motioned to approve. Seconded. Passed.
Programs 2005 – 2006:

a. January 19: National Gypsum Impact Resistant Gyp Board Systems Jignesh Shah, coordinator. Speaker is confirmed. DR indicated meeting on target.
b. February: Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago. Topic: Moisture and Rain Management, Bill Cohen: Meeting date is February 28 and the speaker is Mark Laliberte. After the January Meeting, AJ will email members to RSVP to him early so NICSI members get to attend, since seating may be limited.
c. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Everything is set for presentation. Update: None
Note that the CSI Convention is in Las Vegas the last week of March.
d. April: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield-- (Erik Huntley, ehuntley@northfieldblock.com) Erik replied they are planning to have the tour; Fred will check early in 2006.
e. May 18: Awards Program. Kristy/Michelle Update: Kristy will discuss with Michelle and update Don at January Meeting.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006:
Building Information Model (BIM) is the topic. Date: April 11. Michelle was to sign contract. Tom White indicated that the contract had been signed, the speakers were being scheduled and Tectonic is working with Tom on the program.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006: No Report

a. Advertising.
b. The January Link has been mailed.
c. Articles
d. Additional learning opportunities. If you have information, send to John O
e. Website: Updates due for Alan James email on second Monday.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-1006 TS is going to meet with JO.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Bill has sent out an email that the Spec Guy updated presentation are not completely aligned with the PRM and CDT exam. Discussion confirmed that the SpecGuy material is appropriate for teaching the CDT Classes. Bill will develop a slate of teachers for classes that begin in February. Bill will send outline for people to volunteer to teach. February 1st will be first of eight classes. Don will teach the first class and can teach the same one he taught last year. Bill will get a list of those taking the exams and will inform them of the class. CEU’s to be given for completing the class. Bill will keep an attendance sheet with emails; Alan James can issue CEU’s.

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. Kristy is working with Don

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair:
3 new members
160 total members
143 home chapter members

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – Treasurer no report
Recommendation on Dues: Keep at $100 or Increase. Issue: Meeting Costs and Newsletter costs.
TW motioned to increase the dues to $120. Seconded. Passed. DR to put article in the link explaining the need for the increase in dues. Budget for next year needs to be completed.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: Be certain to explain fee structure to inquiries. There are to be no additional table tops at the February meeting.

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Slate sent under separate cover. Kristy reviewed the slate with Board and get approval. KR motioned for the approval of the slate. Seconded. Passed.

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:
a. Membership: Board members should encourage colleagues to consider CSI. See Article in Link
b. Happy New Year.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah, no report.

14. Old Business:
a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Mel Cea. No update. Goal is to discuss at Feb teleconference.
b. Round Table: Ken Moore will lead. First teleconference is January 17. Topic will be submittals. Contact Ken Moore if interested.

15. New Business: Who may want to go to Convention
a. Winnipeg is in May 24-28: John O, Kristy (as Rep), Fred, Jignesh, Mel
b. Las Vegas is site Institute Conference at end of March
c. The money that is budgeted for attending meetings is split among those people attending. The Convention budget needs to be increased due to the location of the meeting.
Next Meeting will be January 19 at 6:00pm. Next Board Meeting will be February 6th at 4:00 pm. Teleconference ended at 4:38 pm.
" Postscript: After reviewing Reserve Funds on 20January 2006, Dues will not be increased".
Respectfully submitted by Mark Nichols

December 12, 2005
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

In attendance: Officers
X (DR) Don Russell, President
X (KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
(MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
X (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
X (MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
X (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
(SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
X (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
(AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
X (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference began at 4:01 pm. A quorum was present. (When a Teleconference, the phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#. This is the same each month.)

2. The Board Reviewed Minutes of the 13 October 2005 Minutes. Minutes were sent under separate cover by Don Russell. Motion by Tom White to approve. Seconded. Passed.
Programs 2005 – 2006:
a. January 19: National Gypsum Impact Resistant Gyp Board Systems Jignesh Shah, coordinator. Speaker is confirmed. Jignesh was to provide a meeting description for the November Link. Status; everything is good.
b. February: Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago. Topic: Moisture and Rain Management, Bill Cohen: Meeting date is February 28 and the speaker is Mark Laliberte. Status; Information is needed about the speaker to be placed in the link.
c. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Everything is set for presentation. No Update.
Note that the CSI Convention is in Las Vegas the last week of March.
d. April: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield-- (Erik Huntley, ehuntley@northfieldblock.com) Erik replied they are planning to have the tour but to check on construction status in early spring. Fred will check early in 2006
e. May 18: Awards Program. Possible Program--Abraham Lincoln Museum… Coordinating. Don sent information. KR and MG are to co-chair. They will check on this program and possibly a social event in lieu of the normal program.
Alternate Meetings if things change:
1. Floor coverings by Carpenters Union
2. Bill McHugh’s education session on compartmentation.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006:
Building Information Model (BIM) is the topic. Update. Tom has date firmed up, April 11th. Tom White has a contract ($600 for the day), hold 140 people. Suggest having Michelle sign contract as Treasurer. Tom White is working on pinning down the speakers. Tom W noted that Mel has some potential speakers. Update; KR moved to have Tom sign the contract. Seconded. Passed.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006:
a. Advertising.
b. The December Link
c. Always need articles for the Link
d. Additional learning opportunities. If you have information, send to John O
e. Website: Updates due for Alan James email on second Monday.

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-1006 – Chair No Report

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Bill is working with the Spec Guy on getting updated powerpoints for the class instructors. Updates would better reflect the PRM.

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. Kristy is working with Don

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair: Update from Dec 7
3 new members (6 year to date)
160 total members (October 161, Sept 163)
143 home chapter members (October 142, Sept 143)
Suggestions to increase membership?

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – Treasurer, new checks to be ordered and the financial report will be sent to Don for distribution to Board.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: Be certain to explain fee structure to inquiries. Cost is $50.00 for table top, $30.00 for dinner for non speaker. This information is to be placed in Link. John O will check Link.

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: Kristy will review slate with Board at January teleconference

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:
a. The Ductsox Meeting was very informative.
b. Membership: Board members should encourage colleagues to consider CSI.
c. Have a Happy Holiday

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah No Report.

14. Old Business:
a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Mel Cea—can you defer update until January?
b. Round Table: Ken Moore will lead. First teleconference is the third week of January. There will be an article in the Link and the electronic newsletter.

15. New Business:
a. Winnipeg is in May 24-28: John O, Kristy (as Rep), Fred, Jignesh, Mel are interested in attending. Michelle will advise as to funds budgeted. Funds will be shared by attendees.
b. Las Vegas is Institute Conference. We have 14 delegates authorized. Everyone that is at the convention should register as a delegate. There is no additional cost to register.
c. TW to send annual report for the state to MG
d. John O’Neil discussed a CSI training guide that the Chapter might use as well as Rock Valley College. John will check more on the contact and get back to done for a email vote if the Chapter should purchase it.
Next Board Meeting will be January 9 teleconference at 4:00pm.
Respectfully submitted by Mark Nichols

Minutes of October Board Of Directors Meeting –
October 13, 2005
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

In attendance: Officers
x (DR) Don Russell, President
(KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
(MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
x (TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
x (MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
(MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
x (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
(BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
x (SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
x (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
x (AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
(JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
x (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
x (JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

1. Teleconference began at 4:05 pm. A quorum was present. (The phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#. This is the same each month.)

2. The Board Reviewed Minutes of the 12 Sep 2005 Minutes. Sent under separate cover by Mark Nichols. Motion by Tom White to approve. Seconded. Passed.
Programs 2005 – 2006:
a. September 22: Master Format – Tom Walter. Great Job!
b. October 20: Carpenter Training Center –Pete Dinschel, contact -Bill Cohen, Coordinator. The October Link published a meeting summary. Reservation Emails have been issued. The carpenters will provide the food; visitors are free. . AJ will confirm the number of reservations with Pete. The format is dinner followed by a tour with narratives on training provided by Pete and others.
c. November 17: Duct sox – Leed Approved. Charlie Weaver. Speaker Jignesh Shah, Coordinator. John O. will ask Jignesh for an enhanced narrative for the November Link.
d. January 19: National Gypsum Impact Resistant Gyp Board Systems Jignesh Shah, coordinator. Speaker is confirmed. John O will ask Jignesh for a meeting description for the November Link.
e. February: Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago. Topic: Moisture and Rain Management, Bill Cohen: Meeting date is February 28 and the speaker is Mark Laliberte.
f. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea, Coordinator. Everything is set for presentation.
Note that the CSI Convention is in Las Vegas the last week of March.
g. April: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield-- (Erik Huntley, ehuntley@northfieldblock.com) Erik replied they are planning to have the tour but to check on construction status in early spring. Fred will check early in 2006
h. May 18: Awards Program. Possible Program--Abraham Lincoln Museum…Mel Coordinating. No report. AIA person to check with might be Michael Jackson in Springfield.
Additionally, the board discussed John O’Neil’s note regarding Bill McHugh’s education session on compartmentation. In addition to developing a Life Safety Digest Magazine, the Firestop Organization is working jointly with the door and hardware organizations to develop a compartmentation program. This could be a possible chapter program for next year or available if we have a programming gap.

3. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006:
Building Information Model (BIM) is the topic. As reported last month, the goal is to have speakers from more than one company. Mel will contact additional company for possible speakers. Tom reported that the largest conference room will seat 140 people classroom style. The board recommended a single day. After suggesting T, W, Th as best days, Tuesday April 11th was proposed. (CSI Chicago is the last Tuesday each month so no conflict). Coffee and rolls in AM; snack in afternoon. Lunch will not be included to keep costs low.

4. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006:
a. Advertising--.nothing new. John is still trying to improve quality of some graphics. One vendor’s check is outstanding.
b. The October Link featured Jignesh Shah. Tom Walter will write for the November Issue. Some members had already received their copy of this month’s Link.
c. John needs more articles about what people do. Don suggested an article Tom Walters wrote on sound system design that was published. Tom Walter will consider reworking the text so it could be republished in the Link.
d. Additional learning opportunities. If you have information, send to John O

5. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-1006 – Chair No report.

6. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: No Report

7. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. No report

8. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair: No report. Post meeting, Don added the following:
1 new members (Last month: none)
161 total members (Sept was 163)
142 home chapter members (Sept was 143)
This is down from last year. This shows we lost 3 members and gained 1.

9. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – Treasurer: Michelle finally restored data lost when her computer crashed. Balance on checking and CD’s reported. Budget is $500 in black. Region dues bill has been received and paid.

10. Table Top Committee, John Bruszewski: The November presenter will have a tabletop. Fee is $50. Since he is the speaker, there is no charge for his meal.

11. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: No Report Kristy should begin developing a slate since the board needs to approve in January and then publish in the Link.

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:
Don thanked Tom Walter for a great September Program. Don thought the format worked well making this topic interesting
Don thanked to Alan James for distributing the email on Katrina Hurricane Relief.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah No report

14. Old Business:
a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Mel Cea—no report.
b. Chapter Historian nominees. Rich Ray has volunteered. John O called him and left a message suggesting Rich write an article for the Link describing possible opportunities. No response yet.
c. Board Member written responsibilities: If you changed your role, think about what you did last year send a summary for your successor. Don will get something to Susan and Fred
d. April Test: No guests from Mark’s Invitation to those who passed the April Test.
e. Chicago Chapter Golf Outing: Gary Hayes is the Chair for the Chicago Chapter. Fred attended the Chicago Meeting and advised, based on the last meeting’s discussion that NICSI would support the outing by publishing information in our link. The location is thought to be in Bloomingdale.

15. New Business:
A. John O’Neil discussed the round table pre-meetings that took place before several meetings last year. Besides John, primary participants were Ken Moore and Bill Kiel. John also noted that Chicago holds its roundtable during lunch on a non meeting day to which members brown bag. Don suggested a scheduled teleconference might work for our distributed membership. Don will check with Bill Cohen if we could use the teleconference number and also contact members for interest in leading the round table or perhaps write an article for the Link seeking volunteers. The Link could publish the Meeting Time, access details, agenda and a summary from the prior month. .

Next Board Meeting will be teleconference November 7 at 4:00pm,
Motion to Adjourn by Tom White. Seconded. Adjourned about 5:10PM
Respectfully submitted by Don Russell

Minutes of September Board Of Directors Meeting –
September 12, 2005
Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes

In attendance: Officers
X (DR) Don Russell, President
(KR) Kristy Rivera, President Elect
X (MC) Mel Cea, Vice President – Professional
(TW) Tom Walter – Vice President Director – Industry
(MG) Michelle Goodeve, Treasurer
X (MN) Mark Nichols, Secretary, Membership Chair
X (TWH) Tom White, Past President, Education Chair
X (BC) Bill Cohen, Director Industry
(TS) Tom Smith, Director Professional
(SJ) Susan Johnson, Director Professional
X (FB) Fred Burr, Director Industry
X (AJ) Alan James, Meeting Place Chair
X (JS) Jignesh Shah, Region Director
X (JO) John O’Neil, Newsletter Chair
(JB) John Bruzewski, Table Top Chair 2005-2006

Guest present – Renee Doktorczyk Chicago Chapter President

1. Teleconference began at 4:02 pm. The phone number is 1-888-453-5732 and pass code 254013#.
2. Past Minutes: Review Minutes of the 11 Aug 2005 Minutes. Send under separate cover. Motion to accept the minutes as corrected by MC. Seconded.
3. Programs 2005 – 2006:

a. September 22: Abbreviated presentation on Master Format – Tom Walter. Tom is ready. Tom has gotten copies of the Master Format.
b. October 20: Carpenter Training Center –Pete Dinschel, contact -Bill Cohen, Coordinator. Information for the meeting will be in the link. The carpenters will provide the food. AJ will confirm the number of reservations.
c. November 17: Duct sox – Leed Approved. Charlie Weaver. Speaker Jignesh Shah, Coordinator. John O. has narrative. Room has been reserved. Everything is set.
d. January 19: National Gypsum Impact Resistant Gyp Board Systems Jignesh Shah, coordinator. Name of the person has not been provided but speaker is confirmed.
e. February: 3rd Tuesday Joint Meeting with ALA/CSI Chicago. Topic: IAQ Bill Cohen: Renee informed us that the meeting date is February 28 and the speaker is Mark Lalivert.
f. March 16: Fire protection systems – Illinois Fire Protection Mel Cea will investigate. Everything is set for presentation.

1) Note that the CSI Convention is in Las Vegas the last week of March.

g. April: Tour of Northfield Block facility in Plainfield-- (Erik Huntley, ehuntley@northfieldblock.com) Fred to follow up.
h. May 18: Awards Program. Possible Program--Abraham Lincoln Museum…Mel to update at next meeting.

4. Education Committee, Chair - Tom White 2005-2006:

a. We are to take the lead in conducting program. Tom has tentative schedule for the day. If possible there will be speakers from more than one company. Mel will contact additional company for possible speakers.

5. Publicity, Publications, Audio/Visual Committee, Chair John O’Neil 2005-1006:

a. Advertising: There has been a good response for advertising in the Link.
b. Need information from board members to be featured in the Link.

6. Academic Liaison, Tom Smith 2005-1006 – Chair
7. Certification Committee, Bill Cohen - Chair: Same format as last year.
8. Awards Committee 2005-2006, Kristy Rivera. No report
9. Membership Committee, Mark Nichols - Chair:

a. 0 new members
b. 163 total members
c. 143 home chapter members
d. Letters to those who passed test: Email to be sent.

10. Treasurer’s Report, Michelle Goodeve – Treasurer, No report
11. Table Top Committee: John Bruzewski:

a. November presenter will have a tabletop.
b. Nominating Committee, Kristy Rivera 2005-2006 - Chair: No Report

12. President’s Report, Don Russell - President:
Welcomed Renee and thanked the board.

13. Regional Report: Jignesh Shah: Regional meeting is in March in Canada.

14. Old Business:

a. Review Chapter By-Laws – Mel Cea. Mel will report before next month’s meeting to allow for review and comment.
b. Chapter Historian nominees. Board will discuss with preferred person at the September meeting.
c. Board Member written responsibilities: If you are changing your roles, think about what you did last year and try to bring a summary for your successor.

15. New Business:

a. Invite those who passed April test to September 22 Meeting via email. Mark to send
b. Renee invited members to the Chicago Chapter meeting September 27th. The meeting is at the Union League Club. Board meeting at 4:00 pm and regular meeting at 5:00 pm, completed at 8:00 pm. Meeting to be Master Format with two speakers that have completed the CSI training. Chicago has a chapter golf outing in July at the Bloomingdale golf course.
c. Both chapters are to publish the dates of chapter meetings and programs.
d. Board Members for October Link: Tom Walter and Jignesh Shah

16. Next Board Meeting will be teleconference October 10th at 4:00pm,

17. Motion by MC. Seconded. Meeting adjourned 4:38 pm.
Note: Next Board teleconference meeting to be Tuesday the 11th (as amended by email).

Respectfully submitted,
Mark Nichols