The regular meeting of the LKADC was held September 15,2003 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wirt County State Road Garage in Elizabeth. The meeting was called to order by Diane Ludwig. Those attending included Members: Dan McDonald (proxy), Bryan Sims, Alvin Engelke, Larry McCallister (proxy), Jim Morford (proxy), Keith Wilson (proxy), Robert Lowe, Dan Metz, Lew Full, and Ken Stempowski. Guest: Kathy Mason. Staff: Diane Ludwig.

Financial records, expenditures and current bills were presented for approval. A financial statement for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2003 was presented.

Current projects were discussed. Two projects in which the LKADC was involved have received funding: the Arnoldsburg VFD and the roof repair project for the former NYA (former BF Goodrich) building in Grantsville. However, the aquaculture project through USDA did not receive funding, even though the project placed 2^nd out of 14 submitted statewide and was 1 of only 3 that were submitted to the USDA in Washington DC.

Kathy Mason from FRN was present; she and Diane have been involved in a recent effort to keep the daycare center in Elizabeth, Wirt Kiddie City II, from closing, and they updated the board on events.

There was discussion regarding a change in the meeting schedule. Board members are active in many other organizations as well, and at times it has been difficult to assemble a quorum on a monthly basis. After discussion, Dan Metz made a motion that the LKADC move to a bi-monthly meeting schedule, beginning with the annual meeting in October. Ken Stempowski seconded, and the motion was approved. Diane agreed to mail a monthly activity statement and financial statement to all members during the months without scheduled meetings, so that everyone is able to keep up with the organization's activities and financial status. Also, it was approved for the Director and the President (or other officer if he is unavailable) to sit down and review all bills during the off months; if everything is in order, the President can sign the checks and they can be taken to another one of the officers for a co-signature.

The LKADC is preparing to apply for an additional $50,000 in microloan funds. The board approved a resolution of intent to apply, with Alvin Engelke making the motion and Lew Full seconding.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be Monday, December 15, 2003, in Elizabeth.