Secretary Ron Pearson read the Sept. minutes, they were approved as read.

DU Report: no report

Treasurer's Report: Chuck Carlson was traveling, Carla handling account. Carla reported PN had taken in a lot of money this past month and had sold 16 Chamberlin pins to the ATS.

VP Report: As a followup on lighting and Dark Sky Assc., had met with Dr. STencel about specifics. He would like letters from DAS members that live in the city and co. of Denver. Carla had drafted 3 letters that members could send in and ask people to contact their city council representatives. Carla noted there are 22 DAS members resident in Denver.
Frank feels we have done what Dr. Stencel has asked. He reminded eboard members to continue to 'meet and greet' new members after the regular meetings.

Pres. Report: Carla reported an event with OASIS (older advisor service information) group -did not get info out in time due to bulk mail delays.

List Serv: Carla reported Greg Marino is now moderator on both DAS groups.

Public Night: Ron Mickel reminded eboard members they can schedule PN viewings for anyone they wish, special nights need to be coordinated with PN staff. They have shuffled PN operators to alleviate the observatory key shortage problems. There was discussion of turning in one key, suggest could be Dan Wray's key then to be turned over to David Shouldice. There are two new operator trainees.

Dark Site Comm: the gate lock has been replaced after the vandalism reported last month. The toilet is set, wainscoating is up, waiting on chemicals. There have been repeated issues related to people leaving car lights on or opening car doors disturbing observers. Discussion that it is up to everyone to politely inform new members or careless individuals of the dark site courtesy.

Restoration & Maintenance: nothing particular to report. Todd Hitch reported that some eyepiece threads are shot, would like to repair.
Need to check out whether they belong to DU or DAS.

Old business:
Antique Telescope Soc. - Jack reported the meeting was a great success. Would like a list of PN operators and others that helped out so he can forward to ATS for thankyou's.

CO Ast. Day - Carla reported we are set to go. Two prizes to be given away as door prizes and so far only rec'vd payment for one vendor.

Holiday Party - Carla will put out a request on the group list to members for possible locations since previous venue was booked up. Disucssion that we can 'fall-back' to Chamberlin if necessary.
Meeting adjourned 9pm

Minutes approved Nov. 7, 2003 Eboard meeting.


Ron Pearson, Secretary, DAS, Inc.Ron Pearson, Secretary DAS