Missouri Association of
Professional
Soil Scientists

    Allan gave a description of the Lifetime achievement awards and called for Dennis Potter to present the first one.

    D Potter to Burton Brown,  Burton could not attend but a presentation was planned for the near future to give him the award.  Dennis said a few words about Burton and his career.

    D Skaer to Bob Held,  This award was presented Jan. 27 at the Stone Hill Winery.  Dave showed pictures from the ceremony, said a few words, and told some stories.

M Cook to George Preston.  Mike gave an overview of George's career and told some stories.  Then presented the award to George's wife and family including his son (past MAPSS President) John Preston.

Allan J Presented a turn key awards to Roger Hansen and the Mo Soil & Water Commission.

Roger said a few word about his appreciation for the award and his pride in what the soil survey program in Missouri has become during his time here. 

Bill Pauls gave a few words to the group about the people being awarded and what the meant to Missouri.

AJ released the meeting for  break.

Caryl Radatz presented the treasurer's report.

Grant Butler presented the three amendments to the group and opened the floor for discussion.

    Dave Skaer, Tom Dewitt, John Preston, and others presented arguments

    Motion to vote was made by Bill P. 2nd by Leon T.

        Voting results

            Amendment 1 - Separation of the Sec/Tres position passes                For 35 against 3

            Amendment 2 - Addition of activity fees to the Constitution passes   For 35 against 3

            Amendment 3 - Removal of the certification committee passes          For 31 against 6 abstain 1

Break for Lunch

Presentation by Tim Davis MSU

Meeting reopened by new incoming President Bryan Mayhan

Election of officers 

    President Elect  Bill Pauls wins

    Secretary Ralph Tucker wins

    Member at Large  Amber Marshaus wins

Bryan opens floor for new business

    Wyn Kelly makes a motion to continue support of the State soil judging competition through an award for winner.  Motion made to vote on a $200.00 allowance, 2nd by B Plauls  Passes unanimously

    Ralph Tucker makes a motion to also support the state champion of the soils portion of the Envirothon, perhaps with a plaque for the school.  2nd by B Pauls...   passes unanimously.

Bill Pauls makes a announcement that he would like to hold a social event at his lake house this summer.

Dave Skaer opened the floor for discussion on a MAPSS ball game with the St Louis Cardinals.  Discussion of maybe a Royals game, maybe both, some people want it to be a game between the 2 teams.  Dave will send out emails when schedules come out.

Motion made to close the meeting  2nd by Grant Butler. 

Adjourn