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October 20, 2026

Prospector Association Board of Directors
Chairman of the Board: Bob Goss
President: Tom Perkins
Vice President: Bob Cook
Treasurer: Steve Dufaud
Secretary: Karen Heun

Board Members Present: Bob Cook, Steve Dufaud, Karen Heun, Jessica Duru, Greg Jones, Shelly Shepard, Ty Taylor 

Absent: Bob Goss, Tom Perkins, Jason Leimkuhl, Ray Whitcomb, Caroline Fleming

Quorum: Yes

Discussion and Action:

Membership: Still focused on getting new members, CPA, Eye Doctor, and Garage Door specialist will be the current categories to add. Members will be encouraged to bring a guest from one of these categories.

Financials: The El Paso Club is raising the cost for breakfast. Steve is in negotiations with them on the minimum quantity breakfast is prepared for as they have us at 45 when an average of 38 attend weekly. Steve will prepare a projection with financials if the preparations are for 35 instead.

With SSA no longer in the group and 3 quarters of dues have been paid for by Prospectors. Steve will reach out and see if they are still willing to do our taxes for this year.

Our next meeting will be on November 17, 2026.

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Weekly Meetings

October 20, 2026

Announcements:

John Autry announced that he is currently with Busey Bank. They have one branch in Colorado Springs, but 80-81 banking centers nationwide. They are located at 1 S. Nevada Ave., Suite 100, Colorado Sprngs, CO 80903.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin, Autry, M. Copelin
BrickellMerrion
CiminoJensen, Reinmuth, Kays
M. CopelinJones
DuruM. Copelin
GustafsonJones
K. HeunDufaud, Voris, Railey
T. HeunJones, Dufaud
KaysStewart, Kays
KingeryJones, Shephard, Silverberg
LeimkuhlAutry, Stewart
J. MartinSilverberg
PalisJones, Merrion
OsinskiLebel
QuastK. Heun, L. Martin
RaileyJones, Duru
RoyalJensen
RuffennachStewart
SengerM. Copelin, Duru
SilverbergJones, Voris, Cimino, Merrion, Stewart
StewartJones
TannerJones, J. Martin
VorisJones, Merrion
WestJ. Martin
WhitcombT. Heun

Generals:

From
BrickellTwo new restaurants are opening soon. Blue Star Restaurant at 1645 S. Tejon and also Long Horn Steakhouse at 5770 N. Elizabeth in Pueblo.
Osinski (Dufaud)Boriello Brothers is under new ownership of Daniel Outlaw.
Mushroom Zombie Haunted House (Officially themed around the concept of “Zombie Fungus Underground Misadventure”) Located in Mush Love, Tee at 2627 W. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
Cloud Quest: indoor family entertainment center. They are at 7730 N. Academy Blvd. in the space that used to be Urban Air trampoline park.
SengerSilver Key Senior Services is expanding its footprint in Colorado Springs with brand-new affordable senior housing at 2126 N. Weber. SDG is working on the project with them.
Taylor7720 N. Academy Blvd is undergoing massive renovation of 45 sq. ft. facility. Fulcrum Construction will be building a new Total Wine there.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryGustafson
CiminoReinmuth
DufaudWest
GustafsonK. Heun
K. HeunDufaud, Voris, Railey, T. Heun
KaysStewart, Dufaud, J. Martin
KingeryJones, Ward, Senger, Silverberg, Burns
J. MartinTanner, Kingery, West
RaileyDuru, Bennett, Jones
RuffennachStewart
SengerJensen, M. Copelin, Duru
SilverbergStewart, Jones, Merrion, Cimino, Burns, J. Martin, Voris
TannerJ. Martin, Winney
VorisJones, Merrion, Dufaud, T. Heun

Absent:

AmerineBucherBurnsG. Copelin
DavisDeJoyFlemingGoss
HarmanHarrisT. HeunLeimkuhl
PalisPeoplesPerkinsSiverson
WardWhitcomb

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Weekly Meetings

October 13, 2026

Announcements:

As Prospectors we should always be focused on growth. We would love to find an accountant to fill the position that SSA held for over 50 years! If you know a business owner who represents this category well, please bring them to breakfast so they can check us out and we can meet them.

John Autry announced that he is currently with Busey Bank. They have one branch in Colorado Springs, but 80-81 banking centers nationwide. They are located at 1 S. Nevada Ave., Suite 100, Colorado Sprngs, CO 80903.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin
BucherHarman
CiminoReinmuth
CookBucher
M. CopelinJones
DufaudWhitcomb, Taylor
DuruSenger, K. Heun
FlemingPerkins
GustafsonJones, K. Heun
HarmanDuru
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones
KingeryJones, Burns, Ward, Senger
J. MartinSilverberg
PalisJones
PerkinsAmerine
QuastK. Heun, L. Martin
RaileyJones, Senger, T. Heun
SilverbergJones, Voris, Burns, Cimino
StewartJones
TannerJones, Whitcomb, Winney
VorisJones
WinneyRailey

Generals:

From
BrickellA new “Nothing Bundt Cakes” is opening soon at 1254 Interquest Parkway.
BurnsCorner of Mark Sheffel and Fontain Blvd.
DavisA new Murphy Gas Station is going in at Garden of the Gods Road and Mark Dabling.
FlemingSasquatch Cookies off Dublin is converting to Gunnars Deli.
Osinski (Dufaud)Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop has recently expanded to 140 E. Cheyenne Road, Suite 110.
Two new food concepts opening in the Ivywild School: Bluebird Breakfast & Yellow Brick Bake Shop.
PerkinsThe Suites at Southgate, senior apartments, are for sale.
SengerSDG was awarded the SKSS affordable housing project on N. Weber.

Thank You

FromTo
BucherHarman
BurnsQuast, Merrion
CiminoWest, Amerine, Reinmuth
DavisWinney
DufaudWhitcomb, Taylor
DuruSenger, K. Heun
GustafsonK. Heun
HarmanLeimkuhl
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunLeimkuhl
KingeryMerrion, Jones
LeimkuhlFleming, Harman, T. Heun, Perkins
RaileyT. Heun, Bennett, West
ShepardKingery
SilverbergJones, Stewart, Cimino, Burns, Merrion
TannerJ. Martin, Whitcomb, Jones
TaylorHarris, Jones, K. Heun
VorisDufaud, Jones, Merrion
WardReinmuth
WinneyRailey

Absent:

CookM. CopelinGossHarris
JensenKaysLebelJ. Martin
MerrionPeoplesQuastRoyal
RuffennachStewart

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Weekly Meetings

October 6, 2026

Announcements:

Dave Hammond has withdrawn from the group for the Window Covering category. If you know anyone who may be interested in filling that category, please bring them as a guest to the group. We will miss Dave and wish him the best.

We are also looking for an accountant as SSA has withdrawn their membership. They were not able to make the weekly meetings.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BucherHarman, Duru
BurnsMerrion
CiminoG. Copelin, Kays
G. CopelinSenger
M. CopelinJones
DufaudCimino
DuruBucher
GossAmerine
GustafsonJones
HarmanPerkins
K. HeunDufaud, Voris, T. Heun
T. HeunJones, Kays
JensenCimino
KaysStewart
KingeryJones, Merrion
LeimkuhlPalis, Lebel
J. MartinSilverberg
PalisJones, Merrion
QuastK. Heun
RaileyJones, Duru, Cimino
RuffenachJ. Martin
SilverbergJones, Merrion, Voris
StewartJones, Taylor
TannerJones, J. Martin
TaylorJ. Martin
VorisJones, Dufaud, Merrion, Silverberg
WhitcombRuffennach
WinneyRailey

Generals:

From
BrickellB.J.’s Velvet Freeze is opening a 3rd location next spring in Old Colorado City.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryRailey, Jensen, Jones
BrickellDufaud
CiminoPerkins, Kays, G. Copelin
M. CopelinSenger
DufaudPalis, Perkins, Cimino
DuruHarman
GossAmerine
GustafsonDeJoy, Jones
K. HeunDufaud, Voris, Railey, T. Heun
KaysStewart, J. Martin
KingeryJones, Ward, Shepard
LeimkuhlPerkins, Stewart, Harman
J. MartinTanner, Jones, Royal
RaileyAutry, Cimino, Duru, Jones, West, Shepard
RoyalJ. Martin
RuffennachStewart
SengerG. Copelin, M. Copelin, Jensen
ShepardRailey
SilverbergJones, Voris, Stewart, Cimino, Merrion, J. Martin, Burns
StewartTaylor, Silverberg
VorisMerrion, Jones, Dufaud

Absent:

BucherBurnsCookDavis
FlemingHarrisJensenOsinski
PeoplesReinmuthTannerWard
Whitcomb

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Weekly Meetings

September 29, 2026

Announcements:

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BrickellCook
BucherHarman
CiminoBucher, Jensen, Railey
CookBucher
G. CopelinM. Copelin
M. CopelinJones
DufaudTaylor
DuruT. Heun
GossStewart
GustafsonRoyal
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones, Amerine, Palis, Railey
JensenHarman
JonesJ. Martin
KingeryJones, Ward
J. MartinRoyal, Silverberg
PalisJones, T. Heun
PerkinsJ. Martin, Leimkuhl
QuastL. Martin, K. Heun
RaileyJones, Duru
SilverbergJones
StewartJones
TannerJones, J. Martin, Ward, Stewart
TaylorJ. Martin, J. Martin, Whitcomb
VorisJones
WardM. Copelin
WhitcombLebel

Generals:

From
SengerMendocino Farms opens 10/4 (Sunday). It is replacing Mod Market at The Promenade Shops of Briargate.

Thank You

FromTo
AmerineL. Martin
BucherHarman
CookBrickell, Bucher
GossStewart, Amerine
HarmanDuru
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
JensenCimino
LeimkuhlStewart, Harman, J. Martin
J. MartinTanner, Royal
PerkinsCimino
RaileyCimino, Duru
SilverbergJones, Merrion, Cimino, Burns, J. Martin, Stewart
StewartJones, Cimino, Leimkuhl

Absent:

AutryBrickellBurnsG. Copelin
DavisDeJoyDufaudHammond
HarrisT. HeunKaysMerrion
OsinskiPeoplesRaileyRuffennach
TannerVoris

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Weekly Meetings

September 22, 2026

Announcements:

We need a speaker for next week. If you would like to fill that slot, please register in the sign-up genius and give me a call. Terry Tanner will introduce you.

Welcome to our newest member, Gene Gustafson of Prestige Photography by Gene. Gene is also a licensed drone pilot. Invite him out for lunch or coffee to get to know him!

SSA, Xaioxaio Corbell, has dropped their membership from the group due to time constraints that prevent them from attending. If you know another CPA firm that would be interested in joining the group, please invite them to breakfast so we can meet them!

Tom announced this morning that Eloise Hastings has to withdraw their membership. Eloise’s husband is facing some pretty serious health complications from his recent knee surgery and is anticipating a year for his recovery, which puts Eloise in the helm managing their business. They are interested in joining the group again once past this situation. We send our heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones, Railey, Jensen
BrickellT. Heun
BucherHarman
CiminoJensen
G. CopelinJones
DeJoyStewart
DufaudFleming, Gustafson
DuruG. Copelin
GustafsonDavis
HarmanDuru
HarrisM. Copelin
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones, Leimkuhl
KaysStewart, J. Martin
KingeryJones, J. Martin, Senger, Shepard
LeimkuhlStewart, J. Martin
MerrionBrickell
PalisJones, Cook
PerkinsLeimkuhl
RaileyJones, Duru, Autry, T. Heun
RuffennachStewart
SilverbergJones, Stewart
StewartJones
TannerJones, J. Martin
TaylorJ. Martin, Senger
VorisJones, Reinmuth
WhitcombLebel
WinneyRailey

Generals:

From
CookThe Colorado International Language Academy (CILA) has transitioned to a 38,000 sq. ft. campus located on Elkton Drive to accommodate their growing student body and expansion into middle school grades.
LebelA new Self Storage is being built at the Corner of Centennial.
J. MartinSAAD Auto Sales.
PerkinsGrant Thornton Advisors is acquiring CBIZ, Inc. It is reported to be a $5 billion all cash deal. The acquisition represents the largest transaction in the accounting and professional services sector in over 25 years. They plan to conclude the deal in the 4th quarter of 2026. They will handle core accounting, tax, and advisory divisions while the CBIZ Benefits and Insurance Services segment will be spun off to an independent, standalone company backed by New Mountain Capital.
TaylorFountain Fire Station #4 is currently underway in Fountain. The city has officially selected a site at the intersection of Link Road and Watchman Road. The city is currently seeking final bids from GCs to construct the ground-up, multi-million-dollar facility.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryJones, Whitcomb
DufaudJ. Martin, Perkins
DuruG. Copelin, T. Heun
HarmanDuru, Leimkuhl
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunRailey, Jones
KaysJ. Martin, Stewart
KingeryJones, J. Martin, Ward, Dufaud, Senger
LeimkuhlJ. Martin, Stewart
J. MartinTanner, Kingery
RaileyT. Heun, Duru
SengerG. Copelin
StewartReinmuth
TaylorJ. Martin
TannerJ. Martin, Jones

Absent:

AmerineBucherBurnsDeJoy
HammondHarrisMerrionOsinski
PalisQuastRuffennachSilverberg
SiversonVorisWard

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Board Minutes

September 15, 2026

Prospector Association Board of Directors
Chairman of the Board: Bob Goss
President: Tom Perkins
Vice President: Bob Cook
Treasurer: Steve Dufaud
Secretary: Karen Heun

Board Members Present: Bob Goss, Tom Perkins, Steve Dufaud, Karen Heun, Jessica Duru, Jason Leimkuhl, Ray Whitcomb, Caroline Fleming, Greg Jones, Shelly Shepard, Ty Taylor 

Absent: Bob Cook

Quorum: Yes

Discussion and Action:

Membership: Gene Gustafson of Prestige Photography by Gene, was interviewed by the board for the Photographer position in the group. Following discussion, a motion was made by Shelly Shepard to approve him as a new member, her motion was seconded by Ty Taylor. All voting members present approved, none opposed. Karen to notify Andrew DeJoy who will notify Gene.

Attendance: Tom Perkins to reach out to XaioXaio Corbell regarding her attendance in the group.

Financials: Steve will be contacting members who are currently behind on their dues. No assistance from the board is required at this time.

Our next meeting will be on October 20, 2026.

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Weekly Meetings

September 15, 2026

Announcements:

Gene Gustafson has submitted his application to become a member of Prospectors. Gene does photography and video in his business, Prestige Photography by Gene. Gene is also a licensed drone pilot. The board will be interviewing him today after the meeting.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones, Railey
BucherHarman
CiminoFleming
CorbellG. Copelin
DavisJ. Martin, Goss
DufaudJ. Martin, Bucher
DuruT. Heun
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones, Perkins
JensenDufaud
KaysStewart, Silverberg
KingeryJones, J. Martin, Ward
LeimkuhlJ. Martin, Stewart
PalisJones, T. Heun, Harris
PerkinsAmerine
QuastK. Heun, L. Martin
RaileyJones, Dufaud, Autry, Duru
RoyalDufaud, Palis, Ward, Duru
RuffennachLeimkuhl
SilverbergJones, Voris, Stewart
StewartJones, Ruffennach
TannerJones, J. Martin, Lebel
TaylorHarris
VorisJones, Dufaud
WardReinmuth

Generals:

From
M. CopelinBluestaq is moving from downtown Colorado Springs to the T. Rowe Price Building.
FlemingColorado Springs has not been noted in the Michelin Guide. The Penrose Room and Four by Brother Luck has earned official recognition.
LeimkuhlSonora’s Prime Carcinaria & Taco Shop is open in Fountain at 11910 Tourmaline Drive, Suite 100, Peyton, CO 80831. Shops at Meridian Ranch)
Osinski/B. DufaudEasy’s Records & Vintage opened September 15th. The are the first dedicated record store in downtown Colorado Springs in 8 years. They offer vinyl records, cassettes, CD’s, VHS Tapes, vintage clothing, and original brand merchandise. They buy/sell/and trade.
SengerAmerican Lock & Key moved their business location in June, finishing the building they purchased. They have tenant space available to rent which is about 3K sq. ft. Owner: Colin Foran, office: 719-632-7588, email is: office@amlock.co. 961 E. Colorado Avenue.
TaylorNew Sprouts in Fountain.
Bliss Bobile new HQ in Colorado Springs, Peak Innovation Park.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryJones, Jensen, Duru
BucherHarman, Duru
DavisPerkins
DufaudFleming, Perkins, J. Martin, K. Heun
DuruT. Heun, Autry
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunSilverberg, Duru, Perkins
KaysStewart, J. Martin
LeimkuhlStewart, Harris, J. Martin
PalisT. Heun
PerkinsAmerine
RaileyDuru, Jones, Hastings
SilverbergJones, Voris, Stewart, Cimino, Merrion, J. Martin, Burns
TaylorHarris, G. Copelin
TannerReinmuth, J. Martin, Lebel
VorisJones, Dufaud, Merrion
WardReinmuth

Absent:

BrickellBucherBurnsCook
CorbellHammondHarmanHastings
JensenPeoplesRoyalWest

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Weekly Meetings

September 1, 2026

Announcements:

Guests: None

Gene Gustafson has submitted his application to become a member of Prospectors. Gene does photography and video in his business, Prestige Photography by Gene. Gene is also a licensed drone pilot. The board will be interviewing him on 9/15.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones, T. Heun
BrickellMerrion, T. Heun, Fleming, Merrion, T. Heun
BucherHarman
BurnsMerrion, Merrion
CiminoReinmuth, Jensen, Amerine
G. CopelinM. Copelin
DavisG. Copelin
DufaudBucher
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones, Royal
JensenHastings, Senger
KingeryJones, Ward, Dufaud, Senger
LebelRoyal
LeimkuhlKays, Stewart
J. MartinSilverberg
PalisJones, Merrion, T. Heun
PerkinsLeimkuhl
QuastDufaud, L. Martin, K. Heun
RaileyJones, Hastings, Duru, Dufaud
RoyalM. Copelin, Duru, Perkins
SilverbergJones, Burns, Voris, Cimino, Merrion
SiversonHarman
StewartJones, Ward
TannerJones, Lebel
TaylorWhitcomb
VorisJones, Merrion
WestL. Martin
WinneyJensen, Merrion

Generals:

From
BrickellCapriotti’s Sandwich Shop has two new locations: 5856 Barns Road (opening 9/15), and 140 E Cheyenne Road (opening 10/15). New owners.
LeimkuhlDrifters has closed.
SengerStoney’s Bar & Grill is taking the former Oskar Blues space at 118 N. Tejon. 15,000 sf.

Thank You

FromTo
BucherHarman
BurnsMerrion, Quast, J. Martin
CiminoReinmuth, Amerine
DufaudRoyal, Goss, Merrion, Bucher
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunRoyal
KaysStewart
KingeryJones, Senger, Shepard, Ward
LeimkuhlWinney, Harman, Stewart
MerrionDufaud
OsinskiHammond
PerkinsLeimkuhl
RoyalDufaud, T. Heun
RuffennachReinmuth
SilverbergCimino, Merrion, Jones, Stewart, Burns
StewartWard, Leimkuhl
TannerJones, Reinmuth, Lebel
VorisDufaud, Merrion, Jones, Cook

Absent:

AutryCorbellDavisDeJoy
GossHarrisJ. MartinRailey

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Weekly Meetings

August 25, 2026

Announcements:

Guests: Kristin Murphy attended the meeting today with Charles Voris of Technowledge to give their presentation. Great information about AI and security for our digital world.

Gene Gustafson has submitted his application to become a member of Prospectors. Gene does photography and video in his business, Prestige Photography by Gene. Gene is also a licensed drone pilot.

We are still focused on growth in 2026 and got some fantastic new category suggestions not represented. If you made one of those suggestions and know someone in that category, please reach out to them and invite them to a meeting.

ToFrom
AmerineL. Martin
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BrickellMerrion, T. Heun
BurnsMerrion
CiminoJensen, Bucher
DufaudPalis, Goss
DuruHarris
FlemingJensen
HarmanDuru
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunJones, Royal, Silverberg
JonesM. Copelin
KaysJ. Martin
KingeryJones, Shepard, Ward, Senger
PalisJones, Harris, Merrion, Merrion
PerkinsLeimkuhl
QuastDufaud, L. Martin, K. Heun
RaileyJones, Silverberg, Cimino, T. Heun
RoyalLebel
RuffennachReinmuth
SilverbergJones, M. Copelin, Voris, Cimino, Merrion
StewartJones, Ward, Ruffennach
TannerJones, J. Martin, Autry
TaylorSenger, Harris
VorisJones, J. Martin
WestL. Martin
WinneyJ. Martin, Reinmuth, Leimkuhl

Generals:

From
PerkinsThe old Bed Bath & Beyond may have a tennant.
TaylorChuze Fitness coming to the 24 hour Fitness location in Southgate.
New Spouts opening in Fountain off of Mesa Ridge.
New Christian Brothers Automotive in Southgate.
First Christian Church which now operates under Bear Creek Christian Church is expanding to a new property 1380 S. 21st Street.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryAmerine, Jones
BucherReinmuth, T. Heun
CiminoJensen, Bucher
DavisPerkins
DufaudK. Heun, Goss
HarmanDuru, Shepard
K. HeunDufaud, Voris
T. HeunSinverberg
LeimkuhlStewart, Harman
J. MartinBurns
PalisVoris
ReinmuthVoris, Bucher
RoyalLebel
RuffennachStewart x 3, Reinmuth
ShepardHarman
SilverbergT. Heun, Merrion, Cimino, J. Martin, Stewart, Voris, Burns
TannerJones, Reinmuth
VorisJones, Merrion, Dufaud, Reinmuth, J. Martin
WinneyReinmuth

Absent:

BrickellBurnsG. CopelinCorbell
DeJoyFlemingHammondHastings
T. HeunPeoplesRaileyStewart