BoardReportFall2019

Further Comments - Dr. Keith Leger did not want us to go backward. He asked that the Board look at the language- read
the policy-“Following a birth of a child.” Bobby clarified this for Dr. Leger and stated that the statement was needed to clarify
the new policy and that we are helping and not taking anything away.
A vote was taken on the amendment made by Mark Conley.
Motion carried 16 Yes/No 2.
Hand vote 15 Yes/No 3. Motion carries.
Discussion - Dr. Dinkins stated that he did not agree with the amendment.
• National Sponsor- Bobby introduced the New National Sponsor, Mr. Damon Garrision to the Board. Bobby
stated that all the interviewers were impressed with Mr. Garrison. Mr. Scott provided further information on the
background of Mr. Garrison, stating he was from Acamak County, VA, where he is a PE teacher for 20 years, and drove
the bus.
Motion- Recommend Damon Garrison as the new National Sponsor.
Made by Jerry Newton, Seconded by Donna Wear
Motion carried 18 Yes/No 0.
Bobby thanked the Board for the approval of Mr. Garrision. He stated that hiring Mr. Garrison will alleviate the travel
burden on the additional National. Mr. Garrison will have the same responsibilities as all the National Sponsors. Bobby felt
Damon is a good fit for the group and he will make the whole team better.
• Damon Garrison- was brought in and introduced as the new NATIONAL SPONSOR. Damon gave a
statement of gratitude for the opportunity and gave thanks to Bobby Hart and Clarke Scott who gave him the opportunity
as a sponsor and seeing a light in him. He additionally thanked the interview panel, he further introduced himself to the
Board. He gave his reasons for applying for this position and those who pushed him to apply and gave thanks to his wife
Hope and stated his family have commited to be a Beta family. Clarke spoke to the good qualities that Damon possesses.
Bobby thanked him and look forward to working with him, and bringing him on board. Mr. Garrison was excused from the
room.
• Dances- We need 1 dance according to Mark Conley. Mr. Conley described an incident that occurred at the Jr.
Dance at the OKC convention. He liked the ball but the second dance was pointless. Dr. Dinkins suggested that the dance
should start 30 mins. or immediately after the session. Sponsors dropped kids off and some of the sponsors were late
coming back. We, the Board, usually make announcements before the dance ends to have chaperones back on time. We
can put in the books dance will be 90 minutes and will start after the session ends. We will take this up with IA in the fall.
There are a lot of safety concerns.
Motion- That Beta would go to one dance (ball) for Jr. and Sr. National Convention.
Made by Mark Conley, Seconded by Mitchell Parham
Motion carried 18 Yes/No 0.
Clarke Scott- gave thanks again. Troy thanked Clarke Scott again for his service and on behalf of the Board and thanks for
handling with Board, Staff, and CEO and was an awesome person to have sat at this role.
Adjournment- Mr. Clarke Scott
Motion- To Adjourn
Made by Troy Hickey, Seconded by Mitchell Parham
Motion carried 18 Yes/No 0.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________________________ July 1, 2019
Mr. Clarke Scott
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Chair of the Board
_____________________________________________________ July 1, 2019
14 Bobby Hart
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Executive Director, CEO