May 5, 2026

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Weekly Meetings

May 5, 2026

Announcements:

Guests today were Krista and Andrew of Stewart Remodel, Design, Build.

Thanks for filling our July craft talk slots! I’d love to get the rest of the year scheduled. If you haven’t already, please review the remaining availability. We’re eager to learn more about your company and how we can help you grow. You can select a slot from our emailed Sign-Up Genius or click sign up to speak in the main menu.

Payroll City has resigned their membership as of May 1st, 2026. If you know of a company offering amazing payroll services, please bring them to a 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
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BennettL. Martin
BrickellFleming
ComptonJones, Dufaud, J. Martin, Cook
CookLebel
CorbellG. Copelin
DanburgAutry
DufaudDuru, Goss
DuruSenger, Williams
HastingsDuru
K. HeunDufaud, Railey, Compton
T. HeunJones
KingeryJones, M. Copelin, Shepard, Danburg, Bennett, Ward
LebelCimino
LeimkuhlDuru
PalisJones, Cook
RaileyM. Copelin, Senger, Jones, Cimino, Autry
RuffennachStewart, Leimkuhl
SiversonDanburg
StewartJones
TannerJones
TaylorDanburg
WhitcombWard
WinneyReinmuth

Generals:

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BennettIs looking for a recommendation of a Trophy Shop.
BrickellA new alternative wellness business named Ritual Hot House is located at 520 East Pikes Peak Avenue in Colorado Springs. Focused on sauna and cold plunge experiences.
HastingsMontebello / Academy used to be Tweed.
Osinski (B. Dufaud)Air Force Academy Visitor Center grand opening on May 16th.

Thank You

FromTo
BennettJones, Ward
DufaudGoss, Duru
KingeryHammond, Jones, Senger, Danburg
LebelCook
LeimkuhlDuru, Stewart, Reinmuth
RaileyCimino, Senger
ReinmuthWard, Leimkuhl
RuffennachStewart, Leimkuhl
TannerJ. Martin, Jones, Whitcomb
WilliamsAutry

Absent:

AmerineBucherBurnsGoss
HammondHarrisK. HeunT. Heun
J. MartinMerrion (LOA)PalisPerkins
SiversonWhitcomb

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Weekly Meetings

April 28, 2026

Announcements:

Guests today were Candy Harman of the Harmon Media & Marketing Group, brought by her sponsor for membership Jessica Duru and Daniel Royah of DMR LLC brought by Nick West.

We need speakers in starting in July through the rest of the year. This is a perfect opportunity to share what you do, what represents a great lead for your company so we can help you grow. You can select a slot from our emailed Sign-Up Genius or click sign up to speak in the main menu.

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
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BennettL. Martin
BucherBennett, Duru
BurnsBennett
ComptonJones, Dufaud, J. Martin
CorbellWhitcomb
DanburgJ. Martin
DufaudJ. Martin, Bucher, Ruffennach
DuruHarris
FoxSenger, Dufaud, Ruffennach
K. HeunDufaud, Compton
T. HeunJones
KingeryJones, Ward, Siverson
LebelGoss
LeimkuhlReinmuth, Duru
PalisJones, Harris
PerkinsAmerine, Hasting
RaileyM. Copelin, Bennett
RuffennachStewart
SengerGoss
ShepardLebel
StewartJones, Taylor
TannerJones, J. Martin, Ward, Davis, Amerine
WestLebel
WhitcombJ. Martin, M. Copelin
WinneyDuru

Generals:

From
CookNature’s Start Bread Company is expanding from its home cottage bakery into a new retail location. The new location is planned for 4935-A centennial Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80919.
FlemingA new location of Gunnar’s Deli has opened at 7636 Dublin Blvd., Suite 170.
LeimkuhlTake 5 Oil Change at Mesa Ridge Parkway.
TaylorMurphy USA – Gas Station at 4085 Beverly Street. THey are actively expanding with a new site proposed at 8050 N. Academy Blvd. and 1435 Academy Park Loop.
WhitcombRay is looking for a business evaluation.

Thank You

FromTo
BucherDuru, Bennett
CiminoStewart
CookKingery
DavisWinney
DufaudDanburg, T. Heun, Compton, Bucher, Ruffennach
DuruLebel, Harris
HarrisJ. Martin
J. MartinCompton, Dufaud, Hammond
PerkinsAmerine
SiversonDanburg
StewartCimino
TaylorDufaud, Harris
WardT. Heun

Absent:

BurnsComptonG. CopelinDanburg
K. HeunT. HeunMerrion (LOA)Palis
RaileySengerShepardTanner
Williams

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Board Minutes

Board Minutes

April 21, 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, Bob Cook, Steve Dufaud, Karen Heun, Jessica Duru, Jason Leimkuhl, John Autry, Mark Copelin, Tom Stewart, Rick Ward 

Board Members Absent: Ray Whitcomb

Quorum: Yes

Discussion and Action:

Membership: An interview was conducted with Eloise Hastings. Eloise and her husband own Homewatch CareGivers of Colorado Springs. She was sponsored by Dr. Railey. After interview and discussion, Bob Goss made a motion to approve her membership, seconded by Jason Leimkuhl. All voting members approved. No declines or abstentions. Karen to contact Dr. Railey and let her know so she can reach out to Eloise. 

Continued push to add categories of businesses that are not currently represented in the group. Karen to send the list of businesses that members wanted the board to contact and follow up with members who recommended a business for membership. 

Our next meeting will be May 19, 2026.

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Weekly Meetings

April 21, 2026

Announcements:

We are still looking for speakers in starting in July through the rest of the year. This is a perfect opportunity to share what you do, what represents a great lead for your company so we can help you grow. You can select a slot from our emailed Sign-Up Genius or click sign up to speak in the main menu.

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
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BennettL. Martin, Fleming
BrickellPerkins
BurnsMerrion
ComptonJones, Railey
CookBucher
CorbellWard
Dahlberg (QuestCo)Jones, Danburg, Stewart, Compton
DuruLebel, M. Copelin, Williams
FoxReinmuth, Dufaud, G. Copelin
K. HeunDufaud, Railey, Compton
T. HeunJones
JonesJ. Martin, Autry
KingeryJones, Danburg, Siverson, Senger, Ward
LebelJ. Martin
LeimkuhlDuru
PalisJones, Stewart, Compton
RaileyT. Heun, Jones, Senger, M. Copelin
RuffennachStewart
SiversonDanburg
StewartJones
TannerJones, K. Heun
WhitcombRuffennach, Ward

Generals:

From
BrickellWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming at 13560 Roller Coaster Road.
CookLil Super Smoke Shop at 4207 Centennial.
LeimkuhlTake 5 Oil change on Mesa Ridge.
Osinski (B. Dufaud)Slice 420 – new late night slice concept.

Thank You

FromTo
BucherT. Heun
CiminoQuestco, Stewart (multiple projects)
CookBucher
DanburgHarris
DufaudTaylor, Tanner
DuruM. Copelin, Lebel
K. HeunDufaud, Railey, Compton
KingeryJones, Danburg, Senger, Merrion, Bennett
LeimkuhlHarris
RaileySenger, T. Heun
ReinmuthWhitcomb
SiversonDanburg
TannerDufaud, Jones, Whitcomb
WilliamsAutry
WinneyRailey, Duru, Reinmuth

Absent:

BurnsCorbellQuestcoDavis
HarrisJ. MartinMerrionPalis
ShepardWhitcomb

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Weekly Meetings

April 15, 2026

Announcements:

Shelly Shepard brought four guests to breakfast this morning. Dallas & Austin Shepard who we all know and two representatives of Harmonized Brain Centers of Iowa, Moriah Deip and Michelle Schrock. Welcome!

Jay Dahlberg is resigning from Questco and going to another PEO. He wanted the group to know that his decision was not related to the service that Questco provides and encouraged everyone to remain with them. They are interested in remaining in the group per Jay and will send Searra as their new representative to the group.

Bob Cook notified us of several changes to our postal rates. Call him to find out more.

We still have openings for the 2026 Craft Talks. Please review the available slots in our Sign-Up Genius link.

ToFrom
AutryL. Martin, Jones
BennettL. Martin
BurnsMerrion
CiminoBucher
ComptonJones, Merrion, J. Martin
CookBucher
M. CopelinG. Copelin
DahlbergJones, Merrion, Stewart, Cimino, Danburg, Burns
DanburgCompton, Cimino
DufaudGoss, Shepard
DuruLebel, Bennett, Burns
FoxDufaud, Ruffennach x 2, Senger, T. Heun, K. Heun
HammondJ. Martin
K. HeunDufaud, Compton, T. Heun, Shepard
T. HeunJones, Bucher
KingeryJones, Merrion, Senger, Bennett, Danburg
LebelHammond
LeimkuhlHammond
J. MartinHammond
OsinskiDuru
PalisJones, Merrion, Stewart, Reinmuth
RaileyAmerine
ReinmuthWhitcomb
SiversonDanburg, J. Martin, Whitcomb
StewartJones
TannerJones, K. Heun
TaylorJ. Martin
WilliamsAutry
WinneyDuru, Hammond, Railey

Generals:

From
LeimkuhlRock Bottom closed their 3316 Cinema Point location.
OsinskiAfter Sunset Hotel is breaking ground near the Ford Amphitheater. 200+ Rooms expected.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryL. Martin, Jones, Whitcomb
BennettJones
BurnsMerrion, Bennett, J. Martin
ComptonDufaud, Merrion, Reinmuth, J. Martin, Jones
DanburgCimino, Davis, J. Martin
DufaudFleming, Shepard, Goss
DuruBurns, Bennett, Lebel
HammondJones, Kingery, Lebel, Leimkuhl, Winney, J. Martin
K. HeunShepard, Dufaud, Compton
KingeryJones, Ward
LebelHammond
LeimkuhlHarris, Hammond
J. MartinShepard, Harris, Danburg, Dufaud
OsinskiDuru
RaileyAmerine
ReinmuthWard, Fox (Thate), Winney
RuffennachStewart
TannerWhitcomb, Jones, J. Martin, K. Heun
TaylorJ. Martin

Absent:

BrickellBucherM. CopelinCorbell
FlemingFoxHarrisL. Martin
PalisWardWest

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Weekly Meetings

April 7, 2026

Announcements:

Nick West brought Levon Stilson to breakfast this morning. Levon is running for Senate District 11 and was able to share with the group his reason and views for his candidacy.

Tom Stewart invited Andrew DeJoy of Specialty Appliance to our meeting. He is interested in membership.

We still have openings for the 2026 Craft Talks. Please review the available slots in our Sign-Up Genius link.

ToFrom
AutryL. Martin, Ward
BennettL. Martin, K. Heun
BrickellMerrion, Fleming, Perkins
BucherDufaud, Duru
BurnsMerrion,
CiminoStewart
ComptonJones, Merrion, Cook
G. CopelinDuru
CorbellWard
DahlbergJones, Burns, Compton, Cimino
DanburgCimino
DufaudTaylor, G. Copelin
DuruWilliams, M. Copelin
FoxRuffennach, Dufaud, Goss
K. HeunDufaud, Compton, T. Heun, Shepard
T. HeunJones
KingeryJones, Ward
LebelJ. Martin
LeimkuhlStewart
J. MartinDufaud, Shepard
PalisJones, Cook
RaileyBucher, Cimino
RuffennachJones
SengerBrickell (Morgan)
StewartJones
TannerJones, Ward
TaylorJ. Martin
WilliamsLebel
WinneyRailey, Leimkuhl

Generals:

From
BennettArmillary Brewing Co. is opening at 4810 Old Farm Drive Unit #120. Founded by Jeff and Kristin Lokhart, the new brewery is aiming to serve the public with house-made pizza and a rotating beer selection.
BurnsBlack Rock Coffee Bar is breaking ground. Contractor is New Era Construction.
DufaudTrinity Motors at 2226 E. Platte Ave. will close soon. Mike (719)630-7220 or (719)338-2910.
J. MartinPeaks to Plains is looking for a weatherman.
SengerThe Container Store at Briargate Promenade Shops is closing, the last day is 4/25.
SiversonSlice 420 is opening up a new location on Tejon.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryWhitcomb, Ward
BucherDuru, Dufaud
BurnsJ. Martin, Bennett, Merrion
G. CopelinKingery, Autry, Merrion
DahlbergStewart, Compton, Merrion, Jones, Cimino, Danburg, Burns
DavisWinney
DufaudG. Copelin
DuruBennett, G. Copelin, M. Copelin, Williams
HammondSenger, Winney, K. Heun, Perkins
K. HeunDufaud, Compton, T. Heun
T. HeunWest
LeimkuhlWilliams
MerrionG. Copelin
RaileyCimino
RuffennachStewart
StewartPerkins
SengerG. Copelin
WilliamsLeimkuhl, Lebel

Absent:

CorbellDanburgHarrisPalis
TannerWhitcomb

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March 31, 2026

Announcements:

We had a couple of guests who are interested in joining Prospectors visit this morning. Maren Mistretta of White Lemon Home Cleaning brought by Tom Stewart (Andrew), and Tyler Peoples of Mission Catering brought by Tom Perkins. Rick Ward brought Jacob Christie of his company to introduce to the group.

We also reviewed the list that everyone who attended last week created for categories not currently in our group. We are now seeking companies that represent those categories who are best-in-class.

We still have openings for the 2026 Craft Talks. Please review the available slots in our Sign-Up Genius link.

ToFrom
AutryL. Martin
BennettL. Martin, Lebel
BrickellMerrion
BucherDufaud, K. Heun
BurnsMerrion, Bennett (Quest)
ComptonJones, Merrion
G. CopelinM. Copelin
CorbellWard
DahlbergJones, Merrion, Compton, Cimino
DanburgHarris
DufaudWhitcomb
DuruCook, K. Heun
FoxL. Martin, Dufaud, Senger
GossStewart
K. HeunDufaud, Compton, Shepard
T. HeunJones, Stewart, Duru
JonesJ. Martin
KingeryJones, Merrion, Ward, Senger, Cimino, Shepard, Duru
LebelJ. Martin
LeimkuhlStewart
J. MartinAmerine
L. MartinTaylor
MerrionPerkins
PalisJones, Reinmuth
PerkinsAmerine
RaileyWard, M. Copelin, T. Heun, Bennett
ReinmuthWard
RuffennachJones, Stewart
ShepardFox (Thate)
StewartJones
TannerJones, J. Martin, Ward
TaylorHarris, Senger
WardWhitcomb

Generals:

From
BrickellJuanita’s Burritos is taking over the former Arriba Mex Grill at 4000 Thatcher Ave., Pueblo, CO 81005.
HarrisThere will be a new location for Tacos Del Gordo opening at Platte & Galley.
K. HeunApothecary Farms is coming to Colorado Springs in March. They are a Cannabis Products company with over 10 locations in Colorado and Oklahoma.
LeimkuhlDad’s Donuts closed.
Castle Rock, Toyota. Please reach out to Jason for more details.
MerrionNew building at 1640 Quail Lake Loop – private garage.
Osinski (B. Dufaud)Angelo’s Taverna is opening its third Colorado location in Colorado Springs in Summer 2026, pairing authentic Italian cuisine with a Carboy Winery tasting room. Located near Woodmen Road and I-25 in the former “old Chicago” spot, it will offer fresh oysters, handmade pasta, pizza, and locally inspired, rustic dining.
Oro Restaurant is open at 123.E. Pikes Peak. They feature Italian menu inspired by the Tuscan countryside and seasonal ingredients.
SengerSysco Acquires Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29 Billion.

Thank You

FromTo
BennettThere will be a golf tournament to raise funds to purchase a van for BethHaven House. They provide long-term, supportive housing for adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Compton (Voris)Merrion, Reinmuth, Jones, Dufaud
G. CopelinMerrion
DahlbergSmith, Cimino, Jones, Merrion, Compton, Burns, Danburg, Stewart
DufaudTanner, Whitcomb
DuruK. Heun, Bennett, Cook
KingeryJones, Shepard, Dahlberg, Ward, Senger, Siverson, Duru
LeimkuhlHarris
ReinmuthWhitcomb
MerrionLeimkuhl, Perkins, G. Copelin
PerkinsAmerine
StewartPerkins
TaylorL. Martin
WhitcombSenger, Reinmuth

Absent:

AutryBucherBurnsCampbell
CorbellDanburgFlemingHammond
PalisRaileySiversonTanner
WilliamsWinney

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Weekly Meetings

March 24, 2026

Announcements:

Our guest today was Jennifer Porter of Advanced Burglar & Fire Alarm. She was brought by Bob Cook and is interested in joining Prospectors.

We had a great meeting today going over what the club represents and what the vision is for adding new members. Many new categories were suggested.

We still have openings for the 2026 Craft Talks. Please review the available slots in our Sign-Up Genius link.

ToFrom
AutryJones, Martin
BennettMartin, Stewart, K. Heun
BrickellFleming, Cook, Merrion, T. Heun
BucherStewart, Campbell
BurnsMerrion
CampbellDanburg
ComptonJones, Merrion
CorbellWard
DahlbergJones, Danburg, Stewart, Burns, Compton, Merrion
DavisWard
DufaudMerrion
DuruCampbell, Bennett
FoxDufaud, Martin, Ruffennach
HarrisDanburg
K. HeunDufaud, Compton
T. HeunJones
KingeryJones, Danburg, Ward, Siverson, Senger, Shepard
LebelJ. Martin
PalisJones, Stewart, T. Heun
RaileyWard, Senger, M. Copelin
ReinmuthJones
SiversonDanburg
StewartJones
TannerJones, Davis, J. Martin
WhitcombReinmuth
WilliamsAutry
WinneyRailey, Davis x 2

Generals:

From
BrickellManitou Sweet Spot at 952 Manitou Avenue.
LebelRemodel of former Methodist Church at the SW corner of Pikes Peak at 30th Street is going to open soon as a Ravenstone Child Care.
Osinski (B. Dufaud)Once Upon a Dream Events. Provides professional character entertainment for parties and special events. Brooke Lewis 719-246-7591
PerkinsWing It is now open at the corner of Iowa & Kiowa
SiversonSherwood Showdown.
TaylorGeneral Colorado Structures is starting phase 2 of Weidner Apartments. $100M

Thank You

FromTo
AutryAmerine, Williams
BucherCampbell
BurnsJ. Martin, Merrion, Bennett
CiminoDahlberg, West, Stewart
Compton (Voris)Merrion, Dufaud, Reinmuth, T. Heun, J. Martin
CookPerkins
M. CopelinWest
DufaudMerrion
LeimkuhlHarris
RaileySenger
RuffennachStewart
SiversonCampbell, Danberg, Shepard, Fox, Whitcomb
WineyReinmuth, Railey

Absent:

AmerineG. CopelinCorbellDahlberg
DanburgDuruFoxHammond
HarrisJonesKingeryPalis
SengerSmithTannerWhitcomb
Williams

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Board Minutes

Board Minutes

March 17, 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, Bob Cook, Karen Heun, Jessica Duru, Ray Whitcomb, John Autry, Mark Copelin, Tom Stewart 

Board Members Absent: Steve Dufaud, Jason, Leimkuhl, Rick Ward

Quorum: Yes

Discussion and Action:

Two members are resigning, Jennifer Gates of Johnson Moving & Storage and Heather Smith of Talent Elevated. Jennifer’s resignation was immediate; Heather is at the end of the quarter. 

Membership: Continued push to add categories of businesses that are not currently represented in the group. The board is to email each other with ideas on how we can achieve this goal. 

Our next meeting will be April 21, 2026.

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Weekly Meetings

March 17, 2026

Announcements:

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Hope everyone has a lot of fun drinking their green beer and eating corn-beef & cabbage. Be safe in your celebrating!

No guests today but we have quite a few open categories that could join the group. A few weeks ago, our president Tom Perkins asked everyone to think about businesses in categories not currently represented that we could add to the group. I am inviting everyone to share that with me so I can get it to the board. My email address is: Secretary@ProspectorsAssociation.com. We are happy to contact them if you don’t know them but if you know them, invite them to a meeting.

We still have openings for the 2026 Craft Talks. Please review the available slots in our Sign-Up Genius link.

ToFrom
AutryJones, L. Martin, K. Heun, Whitcomb
BennettL. Martin,
BrickellMerrion
BurnsMerrion
CampbellDanburg
ComptonJones, Merrion, Reinmuth
CookBucher
CorbellWard
DahlbergJones, Danburg, Merrion, Compton, Stewart, Cimino
DanburgJ. Martin
DufaudT. Heun, Taylor, Cook
DuruBennett, Danburg, Senger, Williams
FoxSenger, Dufaud
HarrisDanburg
K. HeunDufaud, Compton, T. Heun
T. HeunJones, Stewart
KingeryJones, Danburg, Ruffennach, J. Martin
LebelJ. Martin
J. MartinG. Copelin
PalisJones, Cook
PerkinsGoss, M. Copelin
ReinmuthJones, Leimkuhl
RuffennachStewart, J. Martin
SiversonDanburg, Campbell
SmithCampbell
StewartJones
TannerJones, J. Martin
TaylorLeimkuhl
WardDuru
WilliamsAutry

Generals:

From
BennettBristol Brewing has assumed 100% ownership of Ivywild. Their partner Joe Coleman is taking the Tejon Street property.
BrickellNew business: Bair Brew Coffee at 231 Front Street in Monument.
BurnsOmelet Etc. is opening in Fountain behind McDonalds.
A&E – Jacks – Tire were bought by Purcell Tire.
Carrio Cabling Corporation moved to Centennial Blvd.
LebelVectra Bank (former Prospectors Association member) is closing its location at the corner of Tejon & Colorado. They will operate out of their drive-up location one block East.
LeimkuhlProst Brewing at Powers & S. Carefree.
Osinski (B. Dufaud)Jungle Reef Aquarium will be opening in the Chapel Hills Mall.
BJ’s Velvet Freeze is opening at Platte & Circle.

Thank You

FromTo
AutryWhitcomb, Jones, Ward, Osinski (B. Dufaud)
BurnsBennett, J. Martin, Merrion
CampbellKingery, Danburg
Compton (Voris)Merrion, Jones
CookBucher
DahlbergMerrion, Compton, Jones, Stewart, Cimino, Smith, Danburg
DufaudCook, T. Heun
DuruSenger, Williams, Bennett, Danburg
K. HeunDufaud, T. Heun, Compton
T. HeunStewart
J. MartinAmerine, G. Copelin, Kingery, Danburg
L. MartinTaylor
OsinskiAutry
PerkinsGoss, M. Copelin
RuffennachStewart
SiversonCampbell, Danberg, Fox
WardDuru, T. Heun & K. Heun

Absent:

AmerineCorbellDavisDufaud
FlemingFoxHammondHarris
KingeryPalisReinmuthRuffennach
TannerWest