Basque Center News
General Meeting & Election Recap
Thank you to all the members who attended the Members' Dinner and Annual Meeting on January 28. The meeting began with our president, Amy Wray, welcoming everyone and outlining the upcoming events for this winter and spring. It was also announced that there are several 8’ wooden tables available for members to take at no cost. See Julian in the bar for a table. Amy then thanked the outgoing board members, Tere Achabal, Xanti Alcelay, Martin Bilbao, Ysabel Bilbao and Toni Lawson, for all their hard work in 2011. Nominations were held for the five open positions on the 2012 board. Those elected were Geneva Ayarra, Martin Bilbao, Michael Guerricabeitia, Joe Lasuen and Tyler Smith, with Henar Chico as the alternate. They will join Johnny Boyd, Ryan Boyd, Annie Gavica, Amy Wray and Ricardo Yanci. The membership also re-elected Steve Achabal as the NABO delegate for another two-year term. Congratulations to everyone!
Steve Achabal gave the NABO report summarizing many activities NABO is working on in 2011 and 2012. Steve also announced that Udaleku will be held in Boise this year and many volunteers will be needed to make this camp a success.
Amy gave the Basque Foundation financial report, which includes all the business of the Basque Center including charities. If you would like a copy of this report or a copy of the meeting minutes, please use the contact info below.
The Growth and Development committee was thanked for all their hard work the last several years researching the possibility for a new building. The committee has concluded a new building will not be pursued at this time.
Amy and Tom Zabala with ZGA Architects then presented a proposal to install an elevator in the Basque Center. Tom explained the location and timeline for the project. Amy explained the financial implication. After several good questions and comments from the floor, the membership voted overwhelmingly in favor for the installation of an elevator.
Amy Wray and Xanti Alcelay concluded the meeting with some closing remarks and showed appreciation for everyone who contributed to Euzkaldunak’s success during the past year. The board then met upstairs and elected Martin Bilbao president and Annie Gavica vice president. Contact: Patty Gabica Haas (secretary@basquecenter.com) |
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