Thirty-eight of the National Association Board members were present. A Continental Breakfast and Social time preceded the meeting. The meeting began at approximately 0830.

CGA Parent’s Association Present, Bob Mohr, opened the meeting with several introductory remarks and welcomed everyone. He then introduced the following USCGA Senior Staff to the council members:

RADM Teeson- Superintendent

Capt. Phil Heyl- Commandant of Cadets

Dr. Haas- Dean of Academics

Ray Cieplik- Director of Athletics

Wayne Gronlund- President, USCGA Alumni Association

Meeting with USCGA Senior Staff

RADM Teeson thanked every one for their support of the academy and for their support to the cadets. He commented on the tremendous success of the OPS SAIL 2000 program and the involvement of the Eagle and the cadets and parents who helped out. It was great visibility for the Coast Guard. The pursuit of accreditation renewal was reviewed with the program of self assistance against the standard. A visit by a team of professors found the self assistance program was on target, and the Dean and Superintendent were going to Boston for the oral dissertation.

RADM Teeson said that the academy had a great summer program with Eagle covering some 8000 miles, training 700+ cadets and numerous spectators seeing Eagle. The swab summer program started with 330 cadets and finished up with 300 cadets. This was a good retention of swabs with only a 10% loss. The budget was an area of concern with large ups and downs. There was approximately a 300 million-dollar gap which caused difficulty in fuel and patrol commitments. The cadets responded and adapted well despite these difficulties and got the job experience accomplished.

The language programs are coming along. The woman’s varsity soccer team has been established and is doing well. A student satisfaction survey was accomplished and showed that the key dissatisfier was the furniture in Chase Hall. The key satisfier was the good accessibility of the faculty and staff. RADM Teeson introduced Dean Haas.

Dean Haas talked to the association about some of the academic programs at the academy. All four majors in engineering were accredited for six years, and the ABET ranking was fifteenth in the nation. The four engineering majors are being reviewed, and the Management program will be reviewed in 2002. The purpose of the program review is to determine the relevance of the majors at the academy.

Dean Haas commented that the retention rate has really improved. The rate is about 89%. This is a result of good student and faculty interface. There were 19 internships this past year, and they all went very well. One cadet worked again with Bob Ballard and the "Jason" in California. Other cadets were assigned to the Boston Aquarium, air support and the management area of CG policy.

The language program provides an International track, or the cadet can take the courses separately. There is an available tenured language position in the government track that will be filled. It looks good for a full 10-year accreditation. An additional $100,000 has become available for academics.

Dean Haas turned the program over to Capt. Heyl. He said that Eagle and some 100 Cutters were used to get the training job done over the summer. He also stated that the fuel situation was a challenge and the cadets handled the situation well. The first class is running the Corp. The drill sessions are improving. There is good spirit and moral and Capt. Heyl sees strong positive attitudes. The further reduction of alcohol consumption continues to be a top priority. Capt. Heyl thanked the parents association for the new van. He commented that the leadership model is doing great.

RADM Teeson commented on the top priority of the alcohol issue. There will be a conference in Washington in October to address the alcohol issue on the college campus. The purpose is to bring the college representatives and the brewing company representatives together to discuss and hopefully solve some of the alcohol problems. Representatives from the academy will be attending. He also felt that the tone of the Corp was very good.

Ray Cieplik spoke next about the challenges in the athletic department. New staff members are multi-functional. They are both coach and teacher. There are three levels of sport activity at the academy: Intercollegent, Intramural, and Club. The women’s swim team was added last year, and the women’s varsity soccer was added this year. The academy needs to stay very competitive with our programs. Women’s soccer was off to a good start and plays their first Parents Weekend game this year. Coach Cieplik concluded by stating that the USCGA is in the top 3 of its New England region sports division.

A question and answer session began.

Dean Haas: Language program question- He said that Spanish is the language taught now and that French maybe added. In the long term- add the western languages for Japan and China. Cultural importance to also take place. Some language courses are taught at Conn. College. He also stated the language lab technologies would help the program.

Dean Haas: Funds question- He commented on the Alexander Trust, 1.3 Million and can use the proceeds of this which is the $100,000 +/- that can be used each year.

Dean Haas commented on the class of 2003, which is stable at 226 members. He commented on establishing the information technology(IT) track within the electrical engineering major.

Capt. Heyl: Van question- The maintenance of the vans. They are all on a regular maintenance schedule. The summer is the down time to repair the vans for the academic year coming up. Capt. Heyl said he would be glad to take any input or suggestions about the van maintenance.

RADM Teeson: Computers and service question- He stated that Information and Technology is being looked at to see what can be done to handle breakdowns that are occurring on the Academy server. The system edu.com is old and needs attention. The academy is continually assessing and clearly defining its needs. Need to also look at alternate sources of funds. Education and information is needed about alternate sources.

Wayne Gronlund commented on Endowment shares, planned giving in wills and/or donations to the academy.

The final question was concerning cell phone usage. Capt. Heyl said that a cell phone was allowed and the guidelines for its use were located in the manuals.

That concluded the presentations from the USCGA Senior Management Team.

Parent’s Association Business

Chris Malzone reported on the election results for Members-at-Large approval for 2000-2001.

Bob Pray gave a report on the nomination of new council members. The following were nominated:

• President- Robert Pray
• Vice President- Cliff Meeks
• Corresponding Secretary- Henk LaBrie
• Recording Secretary- Frank Garcia
• Treasurer- Denise LaRue

The nominations were approved and presented for a vote. It was seconded and all present voted in favor by voice vote to approve the nominations.

Bob Mohr mentioned the number of new chapter presidents and circulated an address sheet for updating and making corrections as necessary.

Jon McMillan read the minutes form the July 4, 2000 council meeting. They were approved and accepted as read.

Denise LaRue gave the treasurer’s report. Current Balances:

Endowment Fund: $61,780

Gift Fund: $3,117

The van that was recently purchased cost $27,346. A summary of financial information for the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Association is attached.

Bob Mohr opened a discussion about the gift and endowment funds. Wayne Gronlund joined in the discussion and made several points about the transfer of funds from one area to another. Bob Mohr represented another viewpoint concerning the transfers. (These transfers are out of the Parents Endowment Fund and going into the Parents Gift Fund. They concern what can and can not be done.) Discussion and explanation by both parties continued until a motion was made. The motion was to table the issue, recognizing that the problem exists and assigning the Association President and Treasurer to resolve the problem. The motion was seconded and passed by a voice vote.

OLD BUSINESS

Bob Mohr presented everyone a copy of the Member-at Large job descriptions and assignments. Bob reviewed the job description document and a motion to approve the descriptions as written was made. It was seconded and approved by voice vote. He then held a discussion on filling the open positions on the Job Assignments. The following open positions were filled:

• Local East Liaison- Ric and Donna Waechter- 2000-2002
• Fund Raising- Carolyn Dilulio- 99-2001
• Local West Liaison- need a volunteer
• Communications- Maureen Alexander-2000-2002
• Fund Raising- John Larkin- 2000-2002

Bob Pray will fill the remaining positions.

Marianne Baker reported that the new van was purchased and would be presented to the Academy today at parent’s weekend.

Bob Mohr had a discussion about nametags. The Chesapeake & Potomac Chapter will take this function over. Denise LaRue is the coordinator for this activity.

A general discussion of the Parents Association Dues was conducted. Dues are $50.00 and not all the parents are signing up. The Association needs ways to better inform the cadet parents and especially the new parents about the Association. This discussion concluded the old business.

NEW BUSINESS

Bob Mohr gave a brief overview of the Agenda for the General Membership Meeting. The Superintendents meeting begins at 1315. This will be followed by the presentation of gifts, introduction of new Parents Association Officers and Members-at-Large, Parents Association Annual Report, a review of the communication vehicles, membership in National vs. Local Chapters, and finishing with a Q & A session.

Bob Mohr introduced the proposal by the cadets for a Cadet run Newspaper. The cadets have requested the Parents Association sponsor a newspaper. A discussion followed which explained the paper would promote a sense of community in the Corps of Cadets, be different from previous newspapers, have faculty advisors and reviewers and be published twice a semester. Cost proposals were also included. A motion was made to approve the available money from the endowment fund for a Cadet Newspaper subsequent to the paper being approved by the academy. This item was left open pending approval by the Academy.

Bob Mohr discussed several List Master Problems. The Association needs to update the By Laws and the general removal procedures. Bob Slivinski will investigate any required By Laws changes. Web Master and List Master Job descriptions and responsibilities need to be established. The Switzer’s will work on this. The Communications Coordinator will look into and get the facts on any other List Master problems. Bob Mohr will act as the main contact for follow up.

Chapter Reports

The UpState New York Chapter was represented by Ann Roller. Welcome packages were sent to new cadets in their region. The Chapter will have a table for Parents weekend with items for sale in Leamy Hall. The All Academy Ball is a big endeavor coming up at Christmas time and planning is already taking place for a spring picnic to welcome 2005 Cadets. The Chapter has a goal to support and/or host Cadets visiting the area.

Terry Millen represented the Delaware Valley Chapter. The Chapter co-hosted the Pre-Reporting in day party with the Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter. It was held in the Radisson Hotel Ballroom. The event was a Hugh success with a record 800+ guest. Plans are underway for next year’s event. The fall meeting was held at the Group-air Station Atlantic City. A great Barbecue and facilities tour including the H-65 helicopter in SAR operations topped the day off.

The Northwest Chapter requested assistance in getting the Chapter started again.

List of Attendees:

• Bob Mohr - National President

• Lisa Mohr
• Bob Pray - National Vice President
• Jon McMillan - National Recording Secretary
• Chris Malzone - National Corresponding Secretary
• Janet Malzone
• Marianne Baker - Member-at Large-Paul Foye
• Steve DiGaudio - VADM Nelson
• Kevin & Pat Keffer - Member-at Large-VADM Nelson
• Robert Byrd Texas - Gulf Coast
• Cliff & Janet Meeks - Member-at-Large
• Steve & Dawn Switzer - Greater Los Angles
• Lloyd R. Laycook - Greater Los Angles
• Dawn Nason Seddon - Florida
• Justine Ferrara - Greater New York
• Ann Roller - UpState New York
• Ralph & Marilyn Hammerborg - Northwest
• Rich & Gessi Casavant - Rocky Mountain
• Lynn Lachut - VADM Nelson
• Henk & Vicki LaBrie - New England
• Frank & Chris Garcia - Delaware Valley
• David & Jean Allen - Great Lakes
• Joe & Terry Millen - Delware Valley
• Dom & Carolyn Dilulio - Members-at-Large-Virginia
• Denise & Ed LaRue - C&P
• RADM Teeson - Superintendent
• Capt. Phil Heyl - Commandant of Cadets
• Dr. Tom Haas - Dean of Academics
• Ray Cieplik - Director of Athletics
• John Maxham - CGA Alumni Association
• Wayne Gronlund - CGA Alumni Association