Sigma Phi Delta Fraternity Vancouver Alumni Chapter

RE: Minutes of Alumni Meeting of March 19, 1998

Meeting at Brent Dozzi's residence at 8:00 PM. Attended by: AH, BD, BH.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Abe Lighthall Bursary
   
• In previous minutes, this bursary was referred to as the "John" Lighthall Bursary. For the record, this bursary is in the memory of Professor "Abe" Lighthall.
• AH contacted Bob Greene. He mentioned that Abe Lighthall was a faculty member of the fraternity. He doesn't recommend that the award be terminated.
• AH contacted Bert Shore. Abe's son is Charles "The Duke" Lighthall. Abe was senior founding member of Tau Omega (former society to SPD). The bursary was likely initiated around 1948. Bert recommended contacting Bern Bernelson (MMPE) for more information in regards to the bursary; Bern was likely involved in starting the award.
• AH tried to contact Bern, but no current phone number was available.
• BH contacted Al Nemetz. He mentioned that his charity could take over the annual payment for the Lighthall Bursary. He could handle an amount up to $500. Money has to be given to a recognized charity. He will be at AGM to discuss further.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Annual General Meeting
   
• BH comprised an agenda for the AGM which will include:
  • Call for positions.
  • Introduction of recent graduates.
  • Nominate convention delegate.
  • Summer BBQ and other events.
  • Christmas Party host.
  • Web page.
  • Financial report.
  • Mission statement.
  • Donations vs. dues.
  • Lighthall and Gillespie awards.
  • Nominations and elections.
• AH to pick up chips, pretzels and dip. BH to pick up beer.
2. Dues/donations
   
• If the alumni chapter was a non-profit society, then tax receipts could be issued for donations.
• Discuss at AGM.
3. Next Meeting is AGM
   
• March 20th at 7:00 p.m. at the fwat house.

The minutes above are correct to the best of my knowledge.

Andrew Happer
Vancouver Alumni Chapter Secretary
Sigma Phi Delta Fraternity