April 9, 2002 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by the President, Larry Everett. There were 13 members present. It was moved and seconded to dispense with the reading of the minutes as they had been mailed to each member. The Treasurer reports a receipt of $5.00 for dues, leaving a balance on hand of $374.61. OLD BUSINESS: The budget for the museum Grand Opening was discussed. There is a budget of $1500 for this event. It was moved by Judy Rhoads and seconded by Diane Gary to donate $150 to the museum for the Grand Opening. Motion carried. An E-mail explaining how the donation amount was decided will be send to Ken Fillipini. Judy Rhoads indicated that there will be an article in the Crystal Ball directed at new members about the mentoring program. Any new member with questions or desiring to get in contact with a mentor can E-mail either Judy Rhoads or Larry Everett. David Rankin reported that the Boonshoft Museum did not receive one of the Legacy grants from the State of Ohio. Larry reported that NCC also did not receive one of the grants. NEW BUSINESS: Frank Wollenhaupt reported that he had received a phone call from Mark Nye that Lynn Welker has to bow out of the "Bring & Brag" and Glass I.D. portion of the convention, and was asking Frank for assistance. Frank suggested a team approach. Larry Everett, Georgia Otten, and Frank Wollenhaupt agreed to serve as the panel of experts for these sessions. It was reported that the Museum of Art in Columbus is having an exhibit in 2003 on Ohio pottery and glass, featuring glass from the artistic point of view. By unanimous acclamation, the existing slate of officers was re-elected for the coming year. Each member is to compile a listing of Cambridge candlesticks from their collection and bring the list to the May meeting on May 14, or E-mail their list to Larry Everett. Examples of the candlesticks will be used in the program during convention. Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. SHOW AND TELL: #44 6" flower center in Krystol shell; #15 6" comport in Crown (coral); #3500/79 3" Gadroon basket in amber; V.134 10 1/2" cake salver; #1381 28oz bar bottle in carmen w/sterling "Scotch"; #1381 28oz bar bottle in royal blue w/sterling "Gin"; #3400/135 9"console bowl w/ Elaine etch; Special Article #65 9 1/2" candlestick in ebony; #437 1/2" candlestick in mulberry. Will and Bev Acord presented a program on "Insuring your Glass". Highlights of the program included basics of Homeowner's coverage. Exclusions from basic coverage include flood damage, breakage, earthquake damage, items on display at museums. The museum must cover any glass on display. Personal liability coverage for homeowners does not cover liability for a business. This must be covered separately as there is no coverage for business exposure under a homeowner's policy. A glass dealer with a booth or a showcase in a mall must carry business insurance for anyone who may be injured there. The mall owner or event promoter may have business insurance to protect his liability, but that coverage generally will not protect you. As always, see your agent for specific recommendations. Respectfully submitted, |