| 7:00 p.m. - Opening and call to order
(led by Patrol Leader) |
| 7:05 p.m. - Roll call and reading of the
log (minutes) (led by Troop Scribe) |
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The Scoutmaster agreed to act as Troop
Scribe for this meeting. |
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Present: PL Michael, SM John McCarthy, and ASM Joe Walsh. |
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Since PL Michael was the only Scout present at this meeting, it
was agreed to proceed with the meeting with the understanding that all the decisions
made at the meeting would be reviewed by the PLC at the next troop meeting. |
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The minutes for the previous meeting on June 28, 2005 were read and accepted. |
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Dr. McCarthy added that he thought that it was unlikely that
our troop would be awarded a matching grant from Wal-Mart for the
Wal-Mart car wash fundraiser. He said that this judgement
was based upon the report of an employee at Wal-Mart who had told him that Wal-Mart had not given such support
in the last few months. |
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Mr. Walsh suggested that we might want to consider conducting our next
car wash at another store that would be willing to give us some financial support. |
| 7:10 p.m. - Patrol Reports (given by
Patrol Leader) |
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PL Michael reported that Jacob earned 1 Eagle required merit badge (Swimming)
and 3 optional merit badges (Fishing, Archery, and Shotgun Shooting). He also reported that he had
earned 1 optional merit badge (Mammal Study), a partial on 1 Eagle required merit badge (Environmental Science),
and partials on 2 optional merit badges (Astronomy and Rifle Shooting). |
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Michael went on to say that Troop 272 had fun with Troop 586. We camped in the same campsite with Troop 586,
and participated with them in a number of activities, including Rifle River Tubing on Wednesday afternoon, and competition at
the Water Carnival on Friday afternoon.
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Michael reported that the food at camp was good. He said that there was not much food, but it was good. |
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Michael and Dr. McCarthy went on to describe Jacob's failure at camp to listen to his superiors.
The PLC agreed that Jacob's behavior in this respect was of serious concern.
The PLC agreed to make the following recommendations to our Troop Committee, especially in regards to his Board of Review for advancement
to First Class Rank:
- A period of probation should be established for Jacob to advance to First Class Rank. During
this probationary period, Jacob will need to demonstrate that he is taking seriously his promise
to live by the Scout Oath and Law.
- Jacob should not be allowed to run for a position of leadership at our next troop election.
- These recommendations, accompanied by a relevant report from Dr. McCarthy, will be submitted to the Troop Committee with these minutes.
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Michael suggested that flag duty should be added to our duty roster so
that we can avoid arguments over who takes responsibility of this duty.
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Michael suggested that whenever awards are presented to our troop
at events such as summer camp the highest ranking Scout present at the event should go forward
to receive the award on behalf of our troop.
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| 7:25 p.m. - Old business (led by PL) |
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No old business was discussed. |
| 7:40 p.m. - Big event/monthly outing planning (led by
PL) |
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The PLC discussed the:
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Michael reported that he will not be attending this outing. As no other Scouts
were present at this meeting, it was decided that plans for this outing will need to be made
during the August troop meeetings. |
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The PLC planned the troop meetings for
August: |
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| 8:10 p.m. New Business (led by PL) |
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The next PLC meeting was scheduled for
Tuesday, August 23, 2005. |
| 8:25 p.m. Scoutmaster's Minute (led by
Scoutmaster) |
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The Scoutmaster commended the PLC for their
work. |
| 8:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by the
PL. |
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Minutes submitted by Scoutmaster John D.
McCarthy |
