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Meeting Purpose

Review Pack 232 status, plan upcoming events, and discuss fundraising initiatives

Key Takeaways

Pack finances are healthy with $6,200 in the coffers Popcorn fundraiser off to a strong start with $3,000 in sales Approved purchase of bottle collection shed (up to $1,000) for ongoing fundraising Scoutapalooza event planned for Sunday with detailed activity assignments New “Golden Paw Award” introduced to boost den engagement and spirit

Topics

Finance Update

Current balance: $6,200 ($5,100 starting + $1,100 in deposits) Scout account liability: $976 Reimbursements pending for winter cabin camping and May campout School payment upcoming (pack below 75% Bethlehem kids threshold)

Membership Status

50 total Scouts (5 new in last 90 days) Some recent non-renewals, den leaders encouraged to follow up First Lion Scout enrolled, planning early October den meeting

Popcorn Fundraiser

$3,000 in sales/$1,000 donations to date (significant improvement from last year) All Scouts registered or invited to Trails End Numerous show-and-sell opportunities available Additional $5,000 popcorn order being picked up Friday Considering Zoom call for Q&A and short presentation on popcorn sales

Bottle Collection Fundraiser

Approved up to $1,000 for shed purchase Location: Selkirk Firehouse in Glenmont (back of parking lot) Just Makes Sense in Ravena to service and pick up bottles/cans Potential for significant ongoing fundraising (some units make $15k/year)

Scoutapalooza Event (Sunday, Sept 14)

Setup: 2-3 PM, Event: 3-5 PM, Cleanup: 5-6 PM Activities: balloon drop, fire truck, ice cream, archery, crafts, bottle rockets Detailed layout and volunteer assignments discussed Promotion through school districts, PTOs, and targeted Facebook ads

Upcoming Events

Fall hike at Thatcher Park (Sept 20) October Pack Meeting (Oct 6) - focus on camping skills Fall Camporee (Oct 10)

Programming Updates

New “Golden Paw Award” introduced for dens Class B t-shirts available ($15-$20 each) Howe Caverns trip potentially moving from December to November

Next Steps

Mike to purchase bottle collection shed (up to $1,000) Josh to pick up popcorn order and archery equipment on Friday Leaders to arrive at 2 PM Sunday for Scoutapalooza setup Collect two-liter bottles and recycled materials for Scoutapalooza activities Mike to contact James about Howe Caverns presentation for November pack meeting Next committee meeting scheduled for first Sunday of the month at 8 PM

Action Items

Organize Zoom call for popcorn sales Q&A. Schedule, send invites, prep short presentation. - WATCH (5 secs) Purchase shed for bottle collection. Max $1000. Coordinate w/ Selkirk Firehouse for installation. - WATCH (5 secs) Pick up ice cream from Stewart’s in Selkirk (9W/4 corners) for Scoutapalooza. Coordinate qty/type w/ Elizabeth. - WATCH (5 secs) Fri - Pick up archery range equip from Twin Rivers Council. Incl. inflatable range, air pump, branded tent, tablecloth. - WATCH (5 secs) Collect/bring 2-liter bottles for bottle rockets @ Scoutapalooza. Check office bldg collection. - WATCH (5 secs) Bring adult Class A uniform on hanger for info tent @ Scoutapalooza. Confirm w/ Elizabeth if needed. - WATCH (5 secs) Contact James re: changing Howe Caverns presentation to Nov pack meeting. Confirm availability. - WATCH (5 secs) Bring bike pump for bottle rocket launcher to Scoutapalooza. Coordinate w/ Josh on specs needed. - WATCH (5 secs)

Pack 232 Committee Meeting Minutes — September 2025

Called by: Josh McWilliam
Note Taker: Josh McWilliam w/ Fathom AI
Meeting Time: September 08, 2025, 9:00 - 9:30 PM, Cubmaster / Den Leader Meeting to Follow 9:30 - 10:00 PM
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