1.) The MBA Safety Seminar Committee has decided to redirect their energy this year and not have a safety seminar in the Spring of 2007. The present committee has worked on the past seven seminars and needs a break. They expressed their willingness to help someone else step up to the plate. It has been mentioned that an MBA organized long jump or other activity would be a welcome change.

2.) The MBA has a new Board as elected by the members. Mike Lesmeister was elected President. Kim Dickey was elected to her 4th year as secretary (in a temporary capacity) and Glen Terry will continue as Treasurer.

3.) Membership fees are due for 2007.  Individual membership is $20.00, add $10.00 for each additional family member.

4.) The MBA Board has decided to add Balloon Ride Operation links to the web site.  The MBA will charge an annual fee of $25 for members ($60 non-members) for their links to be included.  This page will be updated on an annual basis in January.  This fee is currently being waved for members.

5.) The MBA Board has decided to accept advertising in the Newsletter and on the MBA Web Site. Sam has been doing an outstanding job and we have secured affordable printing. Annual rates will be $75 for a 1/4 page ad, $100 for a 1/2 page ad and $125 for a full page ad. Exact details will need to be worked out on an individual basis.

6.) MBA Rain Gauges are still available, but the supply is getting low! The individual cost of a rain gauge will be $3.00 each, orders of 10 or more will cost $2.50 each. Please contact the MBA at MnBallooning@HotMail.com to reserve yours today!  Rain Gauges will also be available at each monthly meeting. Special arrangements can be made for mailing if necessary.

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