Meeting Purpose

Discuss Pack 232 finances, recent and upcoming events, and plan for future activities.

Key Takeaways

Pack finances are stable with ~$6,600 in assets; careful budgeting needed for upcoming months Winter cabin camping may move to February for better snow conditions; Pinewood Derby to remain in March Blue and Gold event (June 8) at Lawson Lake will feature STEM activities, potentially focusing on Cub Scout Nova Awards New location options being explored for May 8 pack meeting due to high costs at Bethlehem Town Park

Topics

Financial Update

Current assets: ~$6,600 ($3,800 in accounts, $2,800 with Mike McGuire) Anticipated expenses of ~$2,200 for next 3 months $4,400 available to last until September when popcorn sales generate new revenue Pinewood Derby: $409 revenue, $1,193 expenses (loss of $784) Glenmont School rental increased from $9/hr to $50/hr due to <75% Bethlehem students

Recent Events Review

USS Slater: Record attendance (54 overnight, 56 registered) Food issues: limited chicken, excess pasta Cost ($50/person) at upper limit for many families Suggestion to have dinner before tour next time Pinewood Derby: Need for projector, longer cables, and updated software noted Suggestion to increase baked goods for sale to offset costs LaSalle Institute proposed as potential future venue

Upcoming Events Planning

April 10: AOL Crossover at Lawson Lake Pat handling logistics (cake, awards, script) Weather may necessitate indoor setup May 3: Trash the Trash Day / I Love My Parks Day 9am-12pm at Lawson Lake Service opportunity for scouts May 8: Pack Meeting Exploring alternative locations due to high pavilion rental costs Sports activity badge planned May 16-18: Pack Campout with Troop 75 at Thompson’s Lake Need to increase sign-ups and coordinate with Troop 75 June 8: Blue and Gold at Lawson Lake Proposed time: 2-5pm (avoiding meal provision) STEM activities planned, potentially working on Cub Scout Nova Awards

Miscellaneous

T-shirt follow-up needed for Lions Annual planning meeting to be scheduled (likely June/July at Mike’s house) Campership (financial aid) available for summer camps

Next Steps

Richard to follow up on Lion T-shirts with Courtney Mike to send out email reminding about campout sign-ups Sharon to finalize location for May 8 pack meeting Mike to propose dates for annual planning meeting Committee to review and plan STEM activities for Blue and Gold event Dan to circulate trebuchet plans (jokingly requested)

Pack 232 Committee Meeting Agenda — April 2025

Called by: Josh McWilliam
Note Taker: Daniel O’Brien
Meeting Time: April 6, 2025, 8:00 - 8:30 PM
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