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The Presidents Column
Hesterman Applauded
Nine previous winners of the Desert Aires Barbershopper of the Year Award selected Bud Hesterman to be the 2008 recipient. Most conspicuous as the Chapter's premier Master-of-Ceremonies, Bud has labored for three years chairing the Annual Show Committee.
Bud began barbershopping in 1973 with the Phoenicians, competing with them to win two Society gold medals. In addition Bud received 5 medals for other finishes in the top 5 places.
In 1996 Bud transferred to the Desert Aires. "Since that time the Phoenicians have not medaled!" says Bud, with typical baritone humility.
Following the award, the 2008 Board of Directors was installed by District Vice-president Gordon Bergthold, 2006 Spirit of Phoenix BOTY. Gordie joined the Society in 1965, and gold-medated with the Phoenician chorus in 1976.
On The Agenda
The Board Meeting for January has been postponed to January 22 so that it follows the Chapter Officer Training Seminar, held in Phoenix on Saturday, January 19. Nine Desert Aires leaders will be attending.
The Chapter's cost of operation is $20,000 annualy and the 2008 budget will be presented.
Committee chairmen will be appointed and chain of responsibility established.
Chapter goals for 2008 will be explored.
Annual Show arrangements will be reviewed. Singing Valentine arrangements will be reviewed. President Stu Leck is chairing the Valentines Program this year
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