Minutes of the New Division Town Meeting, August 3, 2002 The Meeting was called to order by Moderator David (Arrow) Sim at 8:12 p.m. Miguel Hernandez: "Why?" Arrow: "So we can get it over with." As past Moderator, A. Messier substituted as Secretary in Bev Fermon's
absence, approved by acclamation. The Moderator observed that there was a notable absence of Agenda items. Arrow then offered that the main Agenda item should be a moment of silence
in remembrance of all our friends who can no longer be among us. All
present joined hands in a circle of glorious silence. Arrow: "One more deep breath." David (Stowens) Stone: "I think a crop circle just popped up!" The Teasurer's Report followed: Jerry Zeiger reported that $1.00 remains
in our account in the Bank of Zeiger (Springvale National Bank being defunct).
Wilson Hughes: "Jerry, are you still using Arthur Andersen?" Holly Jobe requested that everybody present sign the book (made by Terry
Harlow) of reunions. Arrow: "Any brainstorms, save 'em for New Business." It was observed that we had previously discussed buying the ND campus. It
was proposed that it would be cheaper to squat, and take possession that way.
David Stone: "I move that this is silly!" Laughter, discussion of whether it was worthy of a Second. Arrow: "Perhaps we should move this." Monty Neill moved to table the motion. Jerry Zeiger seconded. The new
motion passed by majority, with 3 abstentions and 4 "don't cares". Monty moved to thank the Weatherbys for the use of their beautiful home
and property. Motion seconded and passed unanimously, with much applause. Michael waxed poetic for a few minutes, and concluded: "I second that emotion". General unruly discussion of various types of Acid followed, with
reminiscences about adventures, etc.
Arrow: "Show of hands. Who ate the carrot cake?" Laughter. Holly: "I think we should all thank Bill Kennedy for the web site."
Hearty applause. Bill: "Thank you all for inspiring it!"
Discussion of the 1st Division web site followed, with notice of their Alumni Association,
and its fundraising efforts.
Several people wondered aloud whether we should have an Alumni Association. Jock Holden: "There was money available in Maine for educational research.
What's up with that?" Wilson: "Marilyn Mockus pled the case that the Phoenix Fund was a valid
educational non-profit organization. The Judge disagreed. The
Fund started with $2.5 Million; ended with much less. It was
distributed by the Court to other persons. Ed Fegreus was our attorney.
Unfortunately, he's in the Caribbean and couldn't attend." Laughter. Arrow: "Other old business?" Skip Schnable: "This isn't exactly old business, but what are the answers
to the ND Quiz?" "Who compiled the Quiz?" "Holly."
Holly: "With a lot of help!" The answers were tabulated, and the questions and answers were presented
by Monty. Among them: Who walked through the glass in the
Center Section? 1. Ron Colcord (fell through backwards) 2. Noel Wight 3. Foester Who wore a kilt? Kendall Marsh (who, it was observed, was having
"Roto-Rooter heart surgery). Karen Augusta broke in to thank Moderator-for-Life David Sim for his
efforts on behalf of the ND. He was presented with an Indian Motocycle
bumper sticker in recognition of his service. Applause. Who was thrown out of the New Division?
1. Craig Spratt 2. Danny (Doc) Danetra 3. Bob Kaplan Much laughter, discussion, general silliness and crowd noise throughout
this portion of the Meeting. David Stone had one row across of correct answers. His prize was a Nasson
College window decal! Another winner: Monty! Yay! Another
winner: Arthur! Yay! At 8:55 the ceremonial Passing of The T-Shirt (silkscreened by Ben Smith
for the 1984 Reunion) from Annie to Noel was observed.
Hearty applause. Karen announced that there will be a Pancake Breakfast at Karen and Bob's
house tomorrow at 10 a.m. (-ish). People were asked to bring
their bathing suits. Jerry: "I move that we hold another Reunion in 5 years on this date." Bob
Ross asked an amendment to the motion for a Reunion to be held in
2 years instead, as time is fleeting. David Stone: "The Aztec calendar says that the World will end in 2012.
Maybe we should our Reunion then." Arrow: "I see we've finished with Old Business and New Business.
Now it's time for Funny Business." Karen: "I move that information about Nders whose whereabouts are unknown
be forwarded to Bill Kennedy." Motion seconded (unknown) and
passed by acclamation. Bill agreed that it might be useful,
but observed that some individuals might not want their information
published so. Jerry observed that the previous motion was out of order, as an
un-seconded motion (actually 2 and an amendment) is still on the floor. Charlie Marcous suggested that we consider a 3-day or 6-day event in
conjunction with some other event or destination such as the Caribbean. Bob accepted Charlie's suggestion to his amendment to Jerry's motion.
Jerry accepted the amendment, which Charlie seconded. The motion was to
hold a 35th Reunion, to be followed by a 40th Reunion.
The motion passed unanimously. Arrow suggested that all gathered should "watch out for the mints." Arthur moved to adjourn the Meeting. David Stone seconded.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Arthur Messier, Secretary pro tempore At an impromptu Adjunct Session of the Town Meeting on the following day
at Bob and Karen's swimming hole, it was determined that the 2004
Reunion will be held in a warm place in February. Grand Cayman
and Mexico are among the leading contenders (it was observed
that while Mexico - the State of Chiapas, to be exact, would
be more in line with the general ND liberal tradition, security
is much better in the Caymans). Other business was discussed,
but due to the inexplicable haze from tiny localized fires,
no record exists. It is likely that others present may be able
to offer clarifications.