Wednesday Feb. 13, 6-8 p.m. at the Abbey coffeehouse, 825 N. Pennsylvania, Indy

Attendees: Bethany, Greg, Jeff, John, Kathie, Kathleen, Marvin, Maureen, Steve K. and Susan
Guest Mike Oles from Earth House Coffee + Books came to promote a showing of King Corn, a documentary film about the politics, process, and impacts of growing corn in this country. The showing was on Jan. 17, but PBS stations will be broadcasting the film on April 15 through the Independent Lens program. We subsequently approved a $50 sponsorship of the film.
December minutes were approved; Kathleen reported a balance of $270.54. She got approval to reimburse herself for phone calls to close whatever account we have with PayPal.
In a related issue, Greg is making efforts to regain ownership of the yahoo groups from Skywolf.
We welcomed 3 new faces who we hope will be joining our group, although Kathie subsequently said that her attention has turned back to keeping Rocky Ripple safe from the state’s efforts to “streamline” government, which would potentially do away with incorporated towns like Rocky Ripple. We hope that Steve and Susan will join us next time as well as Jay, who has volunteered to be Secretary of the IGP.
Bethany reported that IGP will have 8 delegates to the GPUS Congress in Chicago in July. The coordinating committee proposes that the 4 IGP officers and the 2 delegates to the GPUS be awarded 6 of the delegate slots with the other 2 positions filled in a manner yet to be determined. The February meeting of the IGP will take place in Indianapolis on Feb. 24 at Earth House Coffee + Books at 237 N. East St. (corner of East and New York) from 1-4 p.m.
We decided to move our meeting date to the second Wednesday of the month, partly to accommodate Steve’s teaching schedule.
Discussion of: Ecological Footprint index and a handout from Greg on that topic; running Green candidates for office; State Rep. Vanessa Summer’s sponsorship of a smart growth resolution; the Indiana State Government’s proposed logging of the the back country of Morgan Monroe and Yellowwood State Forests; Steve Bonney’s independent candidacy for governor.
After the meeting, John screened The Story of Stuff, a documentary on the production, use, and disposal of manufactured goods. A date has been set for a public showing sponsored by MCGP on Friday, Feb. 22, at Earth House Coffee + Books at 237 N. East St. at 7 p.m.
Next meeting is Feb. 13 at the Abbey, 825 N. Pennsylvania, from 6-8 p.m.

Minutes from Dec. 13, 2007
Minutes were approved.
Kathleen reported a balance of $284.54.
Bethany reported that GPUS is trying to decide how to apportion delegates to the national convention in Chicago the second weekend in July. Greg, Marvin, Jeff, and Kathleen made clear that they’d be happy to be IGP delegates.
We choose a logo from the selection Karren provided; IGP Coordinating Committee subsequently chose a different one with the Indiana flag’s torch and stars.
Greg set the priorities for the coming year, namely:
• Increase membership: Some suggestions on ways to accomplish this include going to meetings and events armed with membership forms (which are included as part of the tri-fold pamphlet), and targeting green-leaning religious communities.
• Running candidates: Recruiting people to run for local and state-wide offices. Tied into that effort is the need and opportunity to keep in touch with José Evans on an ongoing basis and enlisting his support and leadership on Green issues.

Agenda for Jan. 10, 2008
Approve minutes
Treasurer’s report: After paying $14.00 for 2 new PO box keys because Kathleen lost her key ring (we now have a spare!), the balance is $270.54.
Report on IGP monthly meeting from Bethany
Ongoing business:
Membership recruitment
Candidate recruitment
Contact with José Evans
New business

Minutes from November 8, 2007
Correction to September minutes: September bank balance was $121.04; Kathleen’s renewal brought the October balance to $141.04.
Maureen paid $6.50 for MCGP’s portion of the PO box rental, leaving a balance of $134.54.
Councilor-elect José Evans joined the meeting for a few minutes, thanked the MCGP for its help in getting him elected as the Councilor for District 1 and invited us to attend his swearing in, which took place at the Pike Township Democratic meeting on Dec 5. (John and Kathleen attended. José thanked the Greens in general and singled out John for special thanks.)
Maureen reported that she’d spoken with Kent about returning Keni’s $150 donation for a guerilla campaign. After initially stating that he was owed $75 for his efforts, Kent sent a check to repay the full amount.
After much discussion, Kathleen was elected the new Treasurer by consensus and Greg was acclaimed the new Chair and co-coordinator by consensus with one abstention. Marvin remains as co-coordinator and John agreed to help with chair duties.

Agenda for Dec. 13, 2007
Approve minutes
Treasurer’s report
Report on IGP monthly meeting from Bethany
Discussion of local political scene and socializing

Minutes from September 13, 2007
Treasurer’s report: balance is $141.04
Discussed issues relating to IGP Congress Oct 6&7 in Terre Haute.
Maureen announced her resignation as Treasurer, effective in November.

Agenda for November 8, 2007
Approve minutes
Treasurer’s report
Report on IGP Congress from Bethany
Report on Indiana Clean Elections Coalition from Kathleen
Selection of new Treasurer and possibly new co-chair

Indiana Clean Elections Coalition meeting
Thursday, October 18, 7PM
Univeristy of Indianapolis
Schwitzer Student Center, Room 013
Get in on the ground floor of efforts to clean up
the election process in Indiana

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“You Can’t Vote Them Out When the Fix Is In”
Join the Marion County Green Party
for an excerpt of the documentary film
“Hacking Democracy”
that addresses vulnerabilities of the type
of voting machine used in Marion County
Thursday October 26, 6 PM
at Shelby Library
2502 Shelby Street
Indianapolis, IN 46203

Contact: Kathleen at greendobie@earthlink.net

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Step It Up rally
November 3, 2-4PM
Music, speakers, and plans for action regarding climate change
Broad Ripple Park, shelter #1
More info at:
http://events.stepitup2007.org/november/events/show/2296

How can the Marion County Green Party realize the 10 Key Values in our community?
Join the discussion to determine the next steps for the Greens here in Central Indiana on Thursday, Aug. 9, at 6 PM at the Abbey Coffee House, 825 N. Pennsylvania.
Help set the agenda to decide how we address issues of concern including recycling, election reform, and environmental initiatives in the city and state.
Come to listen and discuss or come to propose your own plan of action to involve the Marion County Green Party, our members and supporters, and the community at large.
We’re using our August 9 and September 13 meetings as forums for planning and goal-setting. Please join us. Go to www.marioncountygreens.org for links to the 10 Key Values and further information.

Minutes from June 17, 2007
Attendees: Kathleen, Maureen, Bethany, John, and Greg
Minutes approved
Treasurer reported a balance of $191.52, which fell to $166.52 after a $25 sponsorship of Public Access Indiana’s showing of “In Debt We Trust” on June 28.
A motion was approved to not meet in July but the by-laws require meeting every 2 months, and the August 9 meeting is scheduled at the Abbey, 825 N. Pennsylvania from 6-8 PM.

Agenda for August 9, 2007
Approve minutes
Treasurer’s report
Report on IGP meetings from Bethany
Discuss John Loflin’s request for MCGP support for his working trip to Brazil in September.
Discuss sponsorship and level of participation in the Indiana Alliance for Democracy’s Citizens Summit on Clean Elections scheduled for Sept. 29, 2007 at U Indy.
Preview proposals from members on how members and the Marion County Green Party as a whole can have an influence on issues of concern in the community. Our September 13th meeting will be a forum for members to present recommendations and proposed actions plans.
Some of the issues members are looking into include
• Maureen on recycling
• Bethany on her intention to run for state representative
• Jeff on involvement in Growing Green
• Kathleen on election reform
Set agenda for September meeting.
Discuss and schedule a pre-election event to involve prospective members – a film screening, a candidate forum, a picnic, a park clean-up.

Minutes from 5/10/07
Approve Minutes
Treasurer’s Report
Report on last month’s activities:
• Beth reported on the Midwest Peace & Justice Summit
• Marvin reported on Earth Day signature gathering where Marvin, Beth, and Kathleen collected
• Global Marijuana March – Skywolf asked Kathleen to speak about the Green Party and its support for the reform of marijuana laws, which she did on May 5. She promised to link to the Purdue chapter of the National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws (now she just has to figure out how to do that!).
Old business:
• Kathleen got the notice for June’s meeting into NUVO.
• Josh’s report on hydrogen fuel cells was tabled due to Josh’s absence.
• José Evans won his primary and is the Democratic party’s candidate for District 1 City-County Council. New business:
John talked about a report on 100 years anniversary of eugenics in Indiana
Discussion of event/activities to engage the 25+ people who signed onto the MCGP mailing list at Earth Day. Jeff shared “Growing Green: A Parks and People Strategy for Indianapolis”
As A Shade of Grey is moving we should find a different meeting place.

Next meeting: June 17

Agenda for June 17, 2007
Minutes approval
Treasurer’s report
Assign meeting secretary in Marvin’s absence.
Public Access of Indianapolis is hosting a free screening of “In Debt We Trust” on June 28, 7 p.m. at Key Cinemas, 4044 S. Keystone Ave. For a $50 sponsorship fee, MCGP can co-sponsor and table at the event.
Discussion to set agenda for MCGP:
• Involvement in Growing Green – Jeff?
• C-C Council Committee on Election Reform – Kathleen
• Other topics
Other issues:
• José Evans is asking for our help in getting him elected to the Council and is eager to represent Green Party issues and invites our input. Should we extend an invitation to our next meeting?
• Dave Pilbrow (sp?) has projection equipment and films should we want to sponsor movie screenings.
Upcoming events:
Sept. 29 Citizens Democracy Forum on Election Reform

Next meeting: time and place TBA

Minutes from 4/12/07
Attendees: Kathleen Dobie, Bethany Hayes, Maureen Barlock, Marvin Schroeder, Greg Buck, Josh Rotella
Minutes were approved and treasurer’s report made.
Beth reported that the Indiana Green Party is discussing how to proceed in the face of misreporting of votes for Bill. She also relayed that Elaine Brown, who we thought would be here for Black Expo, is not in fact scheduled to attend that event, so we decided not to pursue building a fundraiser around her.
Maureen asked those interested in participating in a speakers’ bureau to forward short biographies and topics to her.
Kathleen brought up her recent discover that compact fluorescent light bulbs contain mercury and must be disposed of according to toxic waste procedures. There was some discussion of the Greens taking a leadership role on publicizing this issue. Kathleen will investigate and report at the June meeting.
Josh rosported that efforts to design hydrogen fuel cells are being hampers by federal regulations that favor nuclear power with its radioactive waste. He will investigate and report on this issue at the May meeting.
J.M. Evans spoke about his candidacy for the Democratic Party nomination for city-county council for Pike township’s District 1. He pledged support for Green issues and an open ear once he is elected. He asked for phonebank help on Saturdays through the May 8 primary.
Kathleen and Beth offered to help Pam with the IGP table at the Midwest Peace & Justice Summit, and Marvin, Beth, and Kathleen offered to person the Indiana Alliance for Democracy table at Earth Day in return for table space for the Green Party.
The meeting adjourned at 8:10.

Agenda for 5/10/07
Approve Minutes
Treasurer’s Report
Report on last month’s activities:
• Midwest Peace & Justice Summit – Beth
• Earth Day – Marvin
• Global Marijuana March – Skywolf asked Kathleen to speak about the Green Party and its support for the reform of marijuana laws, which she did on May 5. She promised to link to the Purdue chapter of the National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws (now she just has to figure out how to do that!).
Old business:
• Kathleen did not get the notice for May’s meeting into NUVO, but has marked her calendar so that it will be listed in the future.
• Josh’s report on hydrogen fuel cells
• Report on J.M. Evans’ campaign
New business:
• Any follow-up from Josh’s report on hydrogen cells
• Schedule event to engage the people who signed onto the MCGP mailing list at Earth Day.
• As A Shade of Grey now is closing at 7 PM and as the space is fairly small, perhaps we should talk about a different meeting place.

Next meeting: June 14

Agenda for 4/12/07 6-8 pm A Shade of Gray Bookstore, 1402 N. Pennsylvania, Indy
Approve Minutes
Treasurer’s Report
Report on last month’s activities:
• IGP monthly meeting (report from Bethany)
• Strategy meeting (report from Bethany and Kathleen)
Old business:
• Guerilla campaign
• Clean up on Marvin’s land
• Speaker’s Bureau (Maureen)
New business:
• Indiana Peace & Justice April 13 & 14
• Have MCGP meeting listed in NUVO (Kathleen)
• Jose (J.M.) Evans, Democratic primary candidate for City-County Council district 1 (John)