The Meeting was attended by representatives from the following companies, P&H, Rocky Mountain Brake, Fleet Supply, LeTourneau, Open Loop, and Smith Detroit.

The Meeting began with an opening statement from the President, Brandie Notestine. She brought to the groups attention the need to increase the membership as well as the future of the group.

The Hospitality room the night before was very well attended. Almost all the mines had someone in attendance, with an excellent turn out from the Newmont group.

The Secretary, Terry Haygood reported to the group, the list of companies that were sent the December mailer. There were also e- mails and follow up phone calls to the group. The results were fair with a lot more work to do to gain the interest of some of the more prominent companies such as Arnold, Cashman, and Brite star.

Dues were the next item on the agenda. A motion was made by John with to set the dues at $350.00 per company for the first two company representative. In addition a $50.00 per person fee for additional representatives will be assessed. A Motion was seconded by Bubba of Open Loop. Motion was carried

Brandie brought up the Master Mechanics agenda. She reported that in their agenda there was reference to having vendors present to the group. However the group had yet to have anyone on the agenda. This has been a sore subject with many companies, as they do not see the value in being in the group for just the cocktail hour. In addition, she advised the group, that we couldn't afford to pick up any more expenses from the Elko meeting.

Vice President Rex Hockett took over the discussion while Brandie and Terry went to the Master Mechanics Meeting. The discussion turned toward adding new organizations such as the Purchasing Group and the Process Group.

Brandie advised the Mechanics on the plight of the vendors. Don Trowbridge asked us to put together a list of topics for the group to vote on for the next meeting.

The group felt that because we are a Western States group and not just limited to Nevada we should change the name to Western Suppliers Association. A motion was made by John and a second from Wes with LeTourneau. Motion was carried.

Along with the new name a new logo will be designed. Brandie will work through the High School art departments to develop a contest for the design.

The group was asked to bring a copy of their Mission Statement to the next meeting where a draft statement will be completed.

Bob Frayser reported on the WEB site. We need to pay the web master for maintenance fees to date. Terry will cut the check next week. Bob reported on the hits to the site and the world wide coverage that we have obtained. The emphasis on promoting the site was driven home. Business cards, letterhead, bumper stickers, etc. all will need to be utilized.

At the end of the discussion the officers advised the group that 2002 would be a building year for the organization. Bylaws, Mission Statement, Logo, as well as Membership objectives will be completed, and handed off to the 2003-2005 Officers.