Communication from Øystein "Chuck" Line

Communication from Øystein "Chuck" Line, received on May 19, 2011:

Thanks for the invitation!

In Norway the class representative is too busy to attend! However, I appriciate being included in the Class communication.

Give my regards to my old friends, especially the famous Hot Dog Seller, Felix!

Øystein "Chuck" Line, proud member of the Class of 67.

The 2nd Annual WHS All Alumni Reunion & Picnic - Saturday, July 2nd, 2011

Save the Date! Saturday, July 2, 2011...The Class of 67' is hosting the Second Annual WHS All Alumni Reunion & Family Picnic! Woohoo!! Get Excited! Mark Your Calendar! Start making plans to attend! Last year over 1,000 attended and it is only going to get better! More details to follow...

Class of '67 - First WHS Homecoming Alumni Award!

Received this message from Gordon Ostlund, Principal of Willits High School, on Saturday October 23, 2010...

"Congratulations Class of 1967! You've been selected by the Associated Student Body of Willits High School as the recipients of our first Homecoming Alumni Award! You're invited to join the Grand Marshal, Athlete's Choice and Homecoming Court in the parade at the Homecoming game. While this award was envisioned to honor a specific graduate that has made a lasting contribution to our school or world - it was clear after July 4, 2010 that your entire class is deserving of this honor. Your planned float in the parade just moved up to center stage! Thanks for your great work - Gordon and all of us at WHS"

Are you ready for a party???!!!!

Hello Classmates,

Hope everyone had a great egg hunt and are well! I am attaching the Mintes of the last Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference. The Conference was cut short and Class business was hampered by very poor internet performance with the Skype conferencing. IF you are attending the next Meeting Conference, Please, update your Skype to the latest version. Let's see if that cleans the communications up a little bit. There is an Agenda for the nest Meeting - Conference, also, attached. We are getting over 10% of the Class attending the Planning Conferences. GREAT participation! There is a lot of planning going on.We have Classmates working on an "All Alumni" get-together for the 3rd of July. At last published estimate we are hearing 400 people or more. Also, there is planning for the, now-to-be annual '67 Class Homecoming for Homecoming weekend this October. 2009 was a GAS! Looking forward to "Again in Ten". Gotta B an absolute bombshell of a time!!! Any way, Check out the attachments in prep for the next Meeting Conference (regular 2nd Tuesday, 8:00 PM, April 13, 2010 - Denise Lewis will host the Skype) or to just stay current with the Class planning. Hope you had a great Easter! Love yas all!!!!! '67-On! T

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-6), 8:00 PM, March 23, 2010
Call to Order – Tufts, Lewis D. hosting Skype, at 8;30 PM due to internet communications technical difficulties
Roll Call
Attending:
Derego-Brown
Lewis D.
Marlett
Olenik
Runyan
Skinner
Smith
Snider-Herrick
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no Call
Approval of Minutes – Minutes 0-5, March 9, 2010 we approved
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan reported Principal Oslund has moved the Bench/Capsule to his Assistant Principal for liaison, feedback from the AP has not been received, Runyan will continue to persue; Due to internet difficulties there was no effective Group discussion
Class Scholarship Program – Reed(C)/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Runyan (Through the Chair), reported the Bank of Willits will work with the Class to set up an account, Group discussion was hampered by internet difficulties, however, the Group directed Runyan to persue final needs with the B of W and report
“67 Again in Ten (Class Homecoming Get-Together) – Skinner/Derego-Brown (co-C); Skiunner reported feedback from the “Skunk”, the “Skunk” will provide the Class with a private excursion on Saturday following Homecoming Friday. The ride would be on two cars minimum, one open and one closed if desired. The ride would be to the picnic area about half way to the coast. A lunch would be provided of choice of beef/chicken, two salads, beans, and a desert. With the ride back to Willits the total time of the excursion would be about 4 hours. Rice wuld be $40.00 including the lunch.; Group, discussion was hampered by internet difficulties; Skinner received non-specific direction to persue.
Alumni Shirts Project – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Snider-Herrick; report was hampered by internet difficulties, design options are not complete, will develop; discussion was displaced by internet difficulty
Internet difficulties prevented further business; some Group Members had been lost to Communications failure; the Meeting – Conference was adjourned with Agenda to be moved forward to next regular date of April 13, 2010 – 8:00 PM (regular 2nd Tuesday), Lewis, D. to host Skype

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-7), 8:00 PM, April 13, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda*
Approval of Minutes
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, Feedback report regarding WHS Capmus Plans, preferences for Bench design and installation location; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Reed(C)/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Runyan (through the Chair), feedback report regarding Class Funds storage options with local Banks; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Homecoming Get-Together”) - Skinner/Derego-Brown (co-C); Skinner/Derego-Brow, possible update report; Group, possible discussion/decison(s)/direction(s)
Alumni Shirts Project – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Snider-Herrick; possible presentation of design options/update report; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag (DT); update Report; Group, possible discussion, accept/reject Treasurer's Report, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/Lewis, D. (DBM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
New Business: No new business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Group, open comments/discussion of any nature having value to the Willits High School – Wolverine – Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, April 27, 2010 (regular 4th Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting
*This Agenda is a duplicate of Meeting – Conference 0-6 and is a carry-forward from that Meeting – Conference as business was rendered unpersueable by internet difficulties.

The Class of '67 riding the Skunk...can you dig it?

Awesome Classmates,

I hope everyone is pleased with and enjoying the coming of Spring. I am attaching Minutes of the last Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference and the Agenda for the next. Next Conference is via computers - Skype. It will be hosted by Denise Lewis. Please hook up with her if you need to link in your Skype.

The Planning Group is moving strongly toward two Get-Togethers for this year. One is planned as an "all WHS Alumni Roundup Picnic" on July 3rd (Saturday). The second is Class of '67 - Focussed on Homecoming weekend - date not yet set by the School but around mid October. The interest in both get-togethers seems to be huge. We have Richard Skinner and Ellen Derego-Brown co-Chairing the Homecoming and Derego-Brown and Olenik co-Chairing the Picnic. Both committees need MORE VOLUNTEERS. Classmates in and around the Mother School are specially needed. PLEASE contact Skinner, Derego-Brown, or Olenik is you can help out. YOU ARE NEEDED!!! On another note, I still luvya all and look forward to seeing uze at D 'nic and 'coming. Best wishes for a great Spring and "Wolverine-On!"

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-5), 8:00 PM, March 9, 2010
Call to Order – Tufts, Lewis, D. hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending:
Buletti-Wharton
Derego-Brown
Lewis, D.
Olenik
Reed
Runyan
Skinner
Snider-Herrick
Tucker-Thompson
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no Call for Reading
Approval of Minutes – The Minutes of Meeting 0-4 were approved by unanimous vote
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule – Runyan (PM);Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan reported, no communicationhas been had with the School, Runyan and Formslag will continue to persue; there was no further discussion
Class Scholarship Program – Reed;Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed, reported detail information regarding establishment of a Class Non-Profit Status Organization, use of funds storage/management organization, provided pros and cons of each; Group, discussion of both options and of continued interest in utilizing the Willits Rotary Club to store Class funds, discussed prioritization of retaining control of funds while in storage, discussed desire to work with a funds storage option local to Willits if possible; Runyan, offered to revisit local Willits banks to review bank-local options; Group, direction to Runyan to revisit local Willits banks to review bank-local options for storing Class funds and to report back to the Group
“67 Againin Ten” (Class Homecoming Get-Together) – Skinner/Derego-Brown (co-C), Skinner, update report regarding on-going development of Event plans including dinner options, possible “Skunk” train ride, Event theme, Group, discussion/decision to prioritize social time over meal cost as a means of making the Event economically attendable by all Classmates, directin to Skinner/Derego-Brown to focus on low-cost dinner options for the Event and to continue planning as per their report
4th of July Picnic – Derego-Brown;Olenik (co-C); Derego-Brown, opened discussion regarding partnering with other classes in management of the Picnic; Group, discussion/decision to provide Class of '67 management of the Picnic so as to utilize extant intra-Class organization/efficiency, discussion/decision to solicit alumni volunteers from other graduation years to liaison interclass communications and Picnic attendance; Derego-Brown, reported “Fronteer Days” master schedule does not include schuduled events for Saturday, July 3rd, provided recommendtion to schedule the Picnic for Saturday, July 3re and title the event “Alumni Picnic”; Group discussion/decision to schedule theAlumni Picnic for July 3rd, direction to Derego-Brown/Olenik to continue Picnic event planning for July 3rd, prioritize social opportunity and economy costing so as to promote attendance by all alumni; Group; direction to Derego-Brown/Olenik to provide update reporting at the next Class Planning Group meeting – Conference
Class Shirts Project (item Agendized in-Meeting, motion – Tufts, 2nd Olenik, unanimous vote) – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Snider-Herrick; Tufts, provided history of Class Shirts Project and initiated discussion regarding design/production of Class shirts, recommended production in Oregon under supervision of Chairperson Buletti-Warton; Group, discussion/decision in favor of providing “Alumni” shirts for the Alumni Picnic; Buletti-Wharton, advised she will require design direction from the Group; Group, discusson, seated Runyan and Snider-Herrick to the Class Shirts Project committee under Chair direction of Buletti-Wharton, directed committee to provide three design concept options for Group consideration
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report, no treasury activity thes reporting period, fund balance remains unchaged: $1620.00: Group, discussion;decision to accept Treasurer's Report, direction to Treasurer to continue to control Class funds in the manner with which he has been proceeding
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); update Report, the Class BLOG is continuing to be updated; Class BlOG and associated “Facebook” accounts are growing rapidly in interest; interest in the get-togethers in general and this 4th of July Holiday specifically is growing through many alumni classes
New Business: - No new business was equested to agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Buletti-Wharton, commented she is amazed at the breadth of work being produced by the Class and is looking forward to seeing everyone at this year's get-togethers; Lewis,D., commented: Reed is doing great work on options for storing Class funds; it is great to see Kenny healthy; greatto have Loma on board; Tucker-Thompson, issued concern for fleeting time for the completin of work on tis year's Scholarship Program; Snider-Herrick, reported the birth of a new family member March 8, 2010; Skinner, thanked Derego-Brown of her help withnitial and on-going planning for the “Again in Ten” Homecoming Get-Together, Thanked Reed for his work on Scholarship funds storage options; Reed – commented to the Group, Class Planning and those involved constitute the “hi lite of my week”, congratulated everyone on their work; Olenik, Thanked everyone for working for The Class; Derego-Brown – We are seeing the results of “working from the heart”; Tufts, commented he is very prideful of what the Class is doing and has become and feels our Class is experienceing geat success because of a unity-based approach/organization, thanked those Classmates working together from a distance with those at home in Willits
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting will be a Skype Conference to begin 8:00 PM, March 23,2010 (4th Tuesday); Lewis, D. to host the Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-6), 8:00 PM, March 23, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, Feedback report regarding WHS Capmus Plans, preferences for Bench design and installation location; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Reed(C)/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Runyan (through the Chair), feedback report regarding Class Funds storage options with local Banks; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Homecoming Get-Together”) - Skinner/Derego-Brown (co-C); Skinner/Derego-Brow, possible update report; Group, possible discussion/decison(s)/direction(s)
Alumni Shirts Project – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Snider-Herrick; possible presentation of design options/update report; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag (DT); update Report; Group, possible discussion, accept/reject Treasurer's Report, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/Lewis, D. (DBM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
New Business: No new business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Group, open comments/discussion of any nature having value to the Willits High School – Wolverine – Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, April 13, 2010 (regular 2nd Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting

One of the first "off road" vehicles in Norther Cal...

Dear Classmates,

I hope this finds everyone healthy and happy! Attached, please find, the Minutes of the last Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference and the Agenda for the next. The next Meetng - Conference will be March 9th, 8:00 pm, Denise Lewis will host the Skype conference. There are a number of developing items for discussion and possible decisions. One item just came in as New Business last Meeting - a picnic on the 4th of July to be hosted by our class and open with invitation to all alumni. Derego-Brown/Olenik are Co-Chairing the planning effort. Also, we still have 2010 Homecoming in planning with Skinner and Derego-Brown Co-Chairing the planning on that one.Also,also, we have the Class Scholarshlip Program ramping up for this year. There is further detail in the attachments. We had a good number of Classmates in attendance at the last Conference but there is always room for more. Attend if you can! Best wishes, always!!!!!! Wolverine-On! T

MINUTES
Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-4), 8:00 PM, February 23, 2010
Call to Order – Tufts, Lewis, D. hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending
Derego-Brown
Formslag
Lewis, D.
Olenik
Reed
Skinner
Tucker-Thompson
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no Call for Reading
Old Business
Class Bench and Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Formslag, reported there has not been communication with Principal Oslund regarding Bench design/installation location preferences of the School, Formslag will continue to pursue; There was no discussion
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; No report was provided; Reed/Formslag will feedback nest Meeting regarding options for storage of Class funds; There was no further discussion
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-Together 2010) – Motion, Tufts; Second,Formslag; pass, unanimous – seat Skinner and Derego-Brown as co-chair persons for development of “67 Again in Ten” Class Get-Together; Co-Chairs will bring options/recommendations to the next Meeting – Conference; there was no further discussion
Treasurer's Report - Runyan (T)/Formslag(DT); Runyan was unavailable to report; Formslag (DT), Reported treasury figures were not available through him, however, there is no change in account balance, funds continue to be housed with Runyan; Group, unanimously accepted the Deputy Treasurer's report, directed Deputy Treasurer to continue to manage Class funds in the manner with which the Treasurer has been proceeding
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/;Lewis, D.(Deputy BM); Olenik reported the Class BLOG has been updated, There has been substantial interest voiced over electronic media in favor of a get-together event on the 4th of July; Group, discussion, comments of thanks to Olenik for maintaining the Class BLOG
New Business
4th of July Bar-B-Q – Derego-Brown, introduced concept for consideration of a 4th of July Bar-B-Q, not to replace the “Again in Ten” Homecoming Get-Together, to be hosted, for invitation of all Wolverine alumni, by the Class of '67; Group, discussed understanding of a broad interest in such an event, decision to have the event as presented by Derego-Brown, decision to seat Derego-Brown and Olenik as co-chairs for development of the event, discussed various venues with focus on preventing friction with those extant programs at the rodeo grounds and grove, made a tentative decision to prioritize the School as the prefered venue for the event, decision to title the event as a “picnic” so as not to conflict by appearance of competition is “Bar-B-Q's” by others; Tufts, recommendation to menu and serve “Green and Gold” dogs to be garnished with relish and mustard and/or a “Wolverine” burger which “bites back” with green and gold onions; direction to Co-Chairs to return next Meeting – Conference with planning options/recommendations for the event; Co-chairs requested communication to the Class requesting ideas for the event be directed to Derego-Brown; Group, direction to Tufts to communicate to the Class as per request of the Co-Chairs
“For the Good of the Class” - Tufts, reported Runyan's condition is improving, he will receive phone calls/may be back next Meeting – Conference, Marlett is helping his family with tasks, will return next Meeting Conference, Snider-Herrick is dealing with a severe cough, anticipates returning next Meeting-Conference; Reed, reported he may be flying to the “March Meet” nostalgia Drag Race at Bakersfield, plane seats are available at cost share; Formslag, reported he is now on line; Lewis,D., reported she has lost 100 lbs, feels great, now in a size 7 dress; Skinner, thanked the Group for work done, reported looking forward to 4th of July and Homecoming
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting – Conference will be a Skype conference to begin 8:00 PM, March 9, 2010 (2nd Tuesday); Lewis, D. to host Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

AGENDA
Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-5), 8:00 PM, March 9, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda
Approval of Minutes 0-4
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Formslag, feedback report on communication with Principal Oslund regarding the School's preferences for Bench design and installation location; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/directions
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed/Formslag, report regarding options (pros and cons) for storage of Class funds; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / Direction(s)
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Homecoming Get-Together) – Skinner/Derego-Brown (Co-C); possible feedback report regarding event options; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
4th of July Picnic – Derego-Brown/Olenik (Co-C); feedback report regarding planning options/recommendations for the event; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag(DT); update Report; Group, possible discussion, Accept/Reject Treasurer's Report, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/Lewis, D. (DBM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
New Business – No New Business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting -Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Group, open comments/discussion of any nature having value to the Willits High School – Wolverine - Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, March 9, 2010 (regular 2nd Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting

WHS ALUMNI FAMILY ROUNDUP PICNIC

WHS Alumni Family Roundup Picnic

Date: Saturday, July 3, 2010
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Willits, California - Exact location TBD

Plan to attend the WHS ALUMNI FAMILY ROUNDUP PICNIC, Saturday, July 3, 2010, 11AM - 3 PM. Sponsored by the WHS Class of 1967. This event is open to all WHS Alumni, family and friends. There will be a scrumptious picnic lunch, music, WHS memorabilia display, plenty of socializing, and other fun surprises. Mark your calendar and plan to attend this 4th of July week-end, historic celebration! More details will be forthcoming on the

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Is Everybody Ready for Some Willits Frontier Days Rodeo?

Hello everyone,

I hope this finds everyone well and a lot less busy than I have been!!! The busier I get, the more I sem to cling to thoughts of The Class. (That B U) I have attached the Minutes of the last Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference. A HiLite is research being done by Reed/Hope regarding a formal storage for our Class funds possibly establishing Non-Profit status. There will be further discussion at Tuesday's (Feb 23, 8:00 PM, Denise Lewis hosting a Skype conference) Meeting - Conference. It would be great to have a broad-based discussion so attend if you can. Also, the attendees last Meeting moved/voted/approved planning for a "67 Again in Ten" Class get-together for Homecoming again this year. Hooooooorah!!!!!! Gotta luvit! Attached, also, is the Agenda for Thuesday's Class Planning Meeting - Conference. You can see what will be discussed and, again, your (you) input and participation would be greatly welcomed.

On the Agenda is a New Business item agendized by Derego-Brown. She will present a concept for a "All Classes" bar-B-Q to be hosted by the Class of '67 on the 4th of July, I am sure there will be enthusiastic discussion and possible decision. Chime in if you can!!!!!! We did not have a Treasureer's Report last Meeting ( Kenny was recovering from another stint implant surgery) but we have a good fund stashed for this year's Scholarship Program. Hoping to have Keny back on board this Meeting. Well, (deep subject) (Ha, Ha, Ha) Idon't imagine you want to read much more so I will end. Luv to hear you Tuesday, Luvya always, TT

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-4), 8:00 PM, February 23, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda

__________________________________

Old

Business:
Class Bench and Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Forward from previous Meeting - Conferences, Formslag, possible feedback report from communication with Principal Oslund regarding the School's construction plans and preferences for Class Bench design and installation location; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Forward from previous Meeting – Conference, Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s) regarding change in storage of Class funds (item moved forward to capture broad based decision-making of large-attendance Meeting – Conference); item awaits large-attendance Meeting – Conference
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-Together 2010) – Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Sweatshirt – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Tufts; Item carried forward (Buletti-Wharton was unavailable) for Group discussion/possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag (Deputy T); update Report; Group possible discussion; Accept/Reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/Direction(s)
BLOB Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/Lewis, D. (Deputy BM); update Report; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
New Business:
4th of July Bar-B-Q – Derego-Brown; presentation of concept regarding Class hosting of a
bar-b-q, on the 4th of July, open to all classes; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
“For the Good of the Class” - Group; open comments/discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Willits High School – Wolverine – Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, March 9, 2010 (regular 2nd Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-3), 8:00 PM, February 9, 2010
Call to Order – Tufts, Lewis, D. hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending:
Lewis, D.
Reed
Skinner
Snider-Herrick
Tufts

Call for Reading of the Agenda

______________________________

Old Business;
Class Bench and Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Formslag was unavailable to report feedback from Principal Oslund regarding School interface with the project; Lewis, D., reported the School has received a grant for construction of a new school; Group, discussion, decision to seek information regarding the School's plans with focus to dovetail project
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett;Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed, reported he has been in communication with Hope re options for storing Class funds, provided comments regarding establishment of Non-Profit status, reported he has received and reviewed the Program Guide Document from Snider-Herrick, reported it looks good to go, reported he has spoken with Principal Oslund regarding storing Class funds with the School/requested info, Principal Oslund has move the request to Colvig; Group, discussion, decision to seek greater Planning Meeting – Conference attendance and to move decision regarding storage of Class funds to the next meting having greater attendance
“67 Again in Ten” (Class get-together 2010) – Round Robin comments followed by discussion; Group, decision to plan a Class get-together for Homecoming 2010
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Tufts; Buletti-Wharton was unavailable; Group, decision to move discussion on item forward to next Meeting – Conference with Buletti-Wharton in attendance
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag (Deputy T); Runyan?Formslag were unavailable to report
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM)/Lewis, D. (Deputy BM); Olenik was unavailable to report; Lewis D. was unable to communicate with Olenik/report
New Business: No New Business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - There were comments of thanks to Reed for continuing research regarding non-profit organizations/status, Classmates reminiscing about Homecoming 2009 and looking forward to 2010, Lewis, D. advised the Group her family is experiencing medical trouble, very strong comments of support for the Lewis Family, Snider-Herrick, commented she could not send nail polish to Lewis, D. through the US Mail so is sending “something else”, Tufts, thanks everyone for their support of the Class
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting – Conference will be a Skype Conference to begin 8:00 PM, February 23, 2010 (4th Tuesday); Lewis, D. to host Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

What time should we meet at the Pavilion for the dance Friday night??

Hello Classmates,

Hope this finds everyone well and dry. It's been raining extremely heavy down here compared to our norm. There have been debris flows coming off of the the San Gabrial Mountains above LA where the big "Station" fire burned. Regarding Class planning, I am attaching the Minutes for the last Meeting - Conference and the Agenda for the next. The next will be this Tuesday, Feb 9th. Start time will be 8:00 PM. Denise Lewis is scheduled to host the Skype conference. Regarding email - I have been mega busy and have been staying up at my daughter's in Long Beach during the week. I was in Vista only a couple hours this weekend and did not get much email answered. Please accept my apology if you have email to me and are waiting for a reply. I had 131 and I am catching as many as I can whenever I get a minute. I swas down to 75 when I started typing the Agenda. Please don't stop sending, I love to hear from everyone and will get caught up on them in the next few days. Hope to hear you at the Meeting - Conference. And, I hope you are snug. May God Luvya and may God Save THE Class!!!!! TT

MINUTES

Willite High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-2), 8:00 PM, January 26, 2010
Call to Order – Tufts, Lewis, D. hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending:
Hope
Lewis, D.
Marlett
Skinner
Snider-Herrick
Tucker-Thompson
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no call for a reading
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project -Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan/Formslag, possible feedback report from Principal Oslund re prefered bench design and installation location, Runyan/Formslag were not available to report; There was no discussion/business; item was moved forward to next agenda
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed was unavailable to present the Program Guide Document; There was no discussionbusiness; Formslag was unavailable to eport regarding possible Class funds storage with the Willits Rotary Claub; Hope provided comments regarding approach options to providing the Class with “non-profit” status; Group, discussion, decision to seek feedback report information regarding possible funds storage with the Willits Rotary Club, item directed forward to next agenda
'67 Again in Ten (Class Get-Together 2010) – Tufts, presented Class feedback information regarding prefered date for 2010 Class Get-Together; Group; discussion/decision to move item to next agenda for further discussion
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Tufts; Buletti-Wharton was unavailable to Chair discussion; item moved forward to next agenda
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); Treasurer Runyan and Deputy Treasurer Formslag were both unavailable to report
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM) was unavailable to report
New Business
Deputy BLOG Manager position – Tufts, introduced discussion to provide the Class Planning Group with a Deputy BLOG Manger position and recommended duties of position; Group, discussion/decision to provide a Deputy BlOG Manager position; Lewis, D. volunteered to serve as the Class' first Deputy BLOG Manager; Group, discussion; Snider-Herrick, Motion to seat Lewis, D. as the Class' first Deputy BLOG Manager, Marlett, 2nd, Group, discussion and vote (unanimous) in favor of seating Lewis, D. as the Class' first Deputy BLOG Manager, provided duty to assist the BLOG Manager with maintenance of the Class BLOG and to provide update reporting to the Class Planning Group on those occasions where the BLOG Manger is unavailable to report
“For the Good of the Class” - Tufts explained time demands of a new job and thanked Hope for attending and provided insightful information to the Group; Marlett thanked the Group for continuing good work; Snider-Herrick and the Group thanked the Lewis Family for there contribution to the Class and dedicated their thoughts to the Family.
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting will be a Skype Conference to begin 8:00 PM, February 9, 2010 (1st Tuesday), Lewis D. to Host the Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-3), 8:00 PM, February 9, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda
Old Business:
Class Bench and Time Capsule – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Formslag, possible feedback report from communication with Principal Oslund regarding the Shcool's prefered Bench design and installation location; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed, possible presentation (reissue) of Program guide document; Grou, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Reed/Hope, possible feedback report regarding options for storage of Class funds/preserving Class control over decision-making regarding Class funds; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
“ '67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-Together 2010) – Item carried forward for further Group discussion/possible decision(s)/possible direction(s) from last Meeting
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Tufts; Item carried forward for Group discussion/possible decision(s)/possible direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/(Formslag (Deputy T)); update Report; Group, possible discussion; Accept/RejectTreasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/Direction(s)
BLOG Manger's Report – Olenick (BM) (Lewis, D.(Deputy BM)), update report; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
New Business: No New Business was requested to agendized for this Meeting Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Group; open comments/discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Willits High School – Wolverine – Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, February 23, 2010 (regular 4th Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting

We wish you a steady and complete recovery, Ken! (and thanks for the great photo's...)

Hello All, Quick note to let you know Ken Runyan is home and doing OK. He is a little tired and spending most of the time resting. He spent some days in the ICU following the surgery but is home now and happy. I hope everyone in the Class is happy. '67-On! T

'67 Wolverines,

Hope this finds everyone well!!!!!! I have attached the Minutes of the Jan 12th Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference. The Conference could not be called to order because the storm took out the Skype Hostess' internet. I did communicate with Plannning Group-types individually via telephone. This Agenda was free of time-sensitive Class business so we opted to move the Agenda in ite entirety to the next regularly scheduled Meeting - Conference. That will begin at 8:00 PM, January 26, 2010 - the 4th Tuesday of the month. That Meeting - Conference will conduct as Agenda 0-2. Agenda 0-2, for the 26th, is also attached to this message. For those yet to hear, Ken Runyan had a stint placed in his carotid artery on Monday, Jnauary 11. I received a text message from Nancy. She indicated Kenny was out of the OR and OK. While Kenny is recuperating, Denise Lewis will Hostess the Skpye Planning Group Conferences. If you are not hooked up with Denise's Skype, please do so. It would be a shame to miss the Meeting because of a lack of Skype link. Denise is at: denez@aol.com or 707-367-3055. On another note, Thanks to everyone who responded with their input regarding a date for the next Class get-together. I have everyone's comments recorded. I will make sure the Planning Group has benefit when discussion opens on the topic. Again, I hope everyone is well and moving well into 2010. You are the greatest Classmates a boy could have! Best wishes and May God Save THE Class! T

AGENDA
Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-2), 8:00 PM, January 26, 2010
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Formslag, possible feedback report from Principal Oslund regarding Bench design and installation location options as might be favored by the School; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Group, feedback due from the Group to the PM regarding the Project Schedule, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Reed/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Snider-Herrick/Tufts; Reed, possible reissue presentation of Program guide document; Group possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Reed, possible feedback report regarding options/details of paths of access to “Tax Exempt” status, storage mechanisms for Class funds, preserving Class control/decision-making over Class funds; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
'67 Again in Ten (Class Get-Together 2010) – Tufts, Feedback report regarding Class preference as to the 2010 Class Get Together date; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Tufts; Tufts, through the Chair, reintroduction of general discussion regarding Class sweatshirts; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T)/Formslag (Deputy Treasurer); Formslag (for Runyan), update Report; Group, possible discussion; accept/reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
New Business:
Deputy BLOG Manager Position – Tufts, introduction of discussion to provide the Class Planning Group with a Deputy BLOG Manager position and recommended duties for the position; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/recommendation(s)
“For the Good of the Class” - Group; open comments/discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Willits High School (Wolverine) Class of 1967, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting – Conference: 8:00 PM, January 26, 2010 (regular 4th Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting – Conference schedule
Adjourn Meeting

MINUTES
Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (0-1), 8:00 PM, January 12, 2010
Call to Order – This Meetng – Conference was not called to order. Severe storm weather conditions disrupted Skype internet commincations. The Planning Group was unable to conference. Tufts communicated by telephone with those regular attendees as were available. There was no time-sensitive Class business pending. The Agenda for this Meeting was moved forward, as Meeting – Conference (0-2), to the next regular scheduled Meeting date; 4th Tuesday, January 16, 2010. Start time will be 8:00 PM. Lewis, D. will hostess the Skype conference.

Happy New Year to the Class of 67!!!

Dear Classmates,

It's been a year since my last message but I don't want you to think I don't still LUVYA. Best wishes for the next 364&1/4 days - may they all be happy! T

Classmates,

Please let me know if you would prefer to schedule Homecoming or July 4th for the " '67 Again in Ten" 2010 Class Get-Together. We will go with the majority preference. "67 - On! T

Northwestern in 1911. The W.A.S. Foster home, later the first Brooktrails Lodge, is the first recognizable building on left, half hidden in trees. Next to it is the old cookhouse, abandoned when Mrs. Foster complained of its proximity to her home. Two-story building at far right is the “new” cookhouse where single millworkers ate. Large building still standing, now a cabin at Brooktrails Lodge. Homes in the background were for married workers and their families.
Photo and text from Northglow Magazine

Hello Dear Classmates,

I truly hope everyone is well, warm, and snug for the season! I apologize for not answering emails timely. I have taken a job to help a friend bring his company into OSHA compliance. He is a general contractor operating mostly in the LA/Orange/Riverside area. He is based in Brea which is about 75 miles from here. Given varying traffic, it can take over three hours to make the drive. Therefore, I stay quite a bit of the week with my daughter in Long Beach. By the time I get in (and usually take her to dinner) I go to bed. So, I don't get to the email like a should. I will try to do better. Tonight when I got home I had 129 messages. Happily, most were from you, Classmates - love it!

Attached are the Minutes from the last Class Planning Group Meeting Conference. Please check them out as there have been some changes. The schedule for regular Meetings has been adjusted from the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays to the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Start time has been adjusted form 8:30 PM to 8:00 PM so the Classmates farther east can get to bed somewhat reasonably. The next Meeting - Conference will be Skype Hosted (Hostessed) by Denise Lewis. Ken Runyan will be going back to the hospital in the City, on January 11th, for a stint in the other carotid artery. While he is out, Denise has volunteered (actually we pressured her) to hostess the Skype. (I kind of feel sorry for Denise, she really likes being a member of the Class but she does all the work. That's why we need more people in the Planning Group. We need new ideas for Class projects and fresh ideas about how to trick Denise into doing them) If you would like to start the new year off by joining in on the Class Planning (pummeling Denise with work), get with her to set up your Skype with hers. By the way, Skinner jumped in a couple Conferences ago.Rich has been providing ideas and recommendations and the Group is much better for his contributions!Reatha has a new email address: mustangwithspots2@verizon.net

Eddie has recovered from his artery exploration and is spending the Holidays with his sons in San Diego County. If anyone has his new cell phone number please send it to me. I've been trying to get in touch with him down here to get together before he goes back to Fortuna.

Now for the mushy part - Another Class of '67 Year has gone by. I hope everyone enjoyed it and enjoyed being a '67 Wolverine Classmate as much as I did. It seems my more-recent Class memories are beginning to overshadow my less-recent Class memories. Homecoming was an absolute gas and I am still smiling and laughing about the Birthdays Party - God Bless Classmate Mitch and his pirate hat! I really enjoyed painting the float signs which lasted not nearly long enough and I really enjoy coming in to a long list of messages from my Classmates from afar. I value you dearly.Your really are the best of Classmates, the best of people, and the best of friends. I remain yours for the new year and beyond and May God Save THE Class. TT

Northwestern Redwood Company Mill in 1911. Millpond, shown in Northwestern picture, is visible at upper right. Stacked wood at upper left was used to fire huge steam boilers in the plant. Eventually so much power was generated that the surplus went to provide electricity for Willits. Housing for single workers is shown on hillside behind the mill. Originals of both photographs were provided by William Bittenbender of Ukiah.
Photo & text from Northglow Magazine

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-28), 8:30 PM, December 15, 2009
Call to Order – Tufts, Runyan hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending:
Lewis, D.
Marlett
Reed
Runyan
Skinner
Snider-Herrick
Tufts
Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, for Formslag, no meeting with Principal Oslund regarding Class Bench design options/preferences and installation location options has been secured. Formslag/Runyan will seek to schedule same with the Principal. Runyan; will work on updated Project Schedule after the Holidays. Group, there was no substantive discussion regarding presentation points, the Group did thank Runyan for his professional commitment and work on the Project.
Class Scholarship Program Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Tufts; Snider-Herrick provided comments regarding reinstitution of the existing Program guide document and invited partnership with Classmates in furthering Program details and schedule points; Reed, provided feedback report regarding access way options to “tax-exempt” status storage of Class Scholarship Funds. Those options included status for the Class, “partnering” with the School/others, utilization of purpose-intended storage entities; Group discussion focused on a desire to seek Class control as a priority in a funding storage option; Reed, volunteered to provide further investigation into options and to provide support to Snider-Herrick with Program management; Group, through Snider-Herrick, directed Reed to provide further investigation regarding funds storage and return to the Group with a “pros vs cons” report of options; Snider-Herrick, opened a discussion regarding the value of centralizing elements of the Program; Group, discussion/decision to foster centralization of the Program; Snider-Herrick, recommendation to move the Program Control Document from herself to Reed for purposes of centralized Program coordination. Group, discussion. Skinner, motion (behind recommendation by Snider-Herrick) to move program coordination to Reed, Lewis, D., 2nd, unanimous. Accepted by Reed; Snider-Herrick will move Program control document to Reed through Lewis, D.
'67 Again in Ten (Class Get-Together 2010) – Tufts, Feedback report regarding Class-wide preference for a 2010 Class Get Together date, reported no feedback from the Class at large has been received; Group, discussion, decision to go out to the Class again to seek feedback re Get-Together
Old Business (continued):
'67 Again in Ten (continued) – date preference, direction to Tufts to email the Class to see feedback.
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Tufts; The Chairwoman was unavailable to introduce discussion, item to be moved to the next Meeting
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report, no treasury activity this reporting period, fund balance remains unchanged: $1620.00; Group, discussion/decision to accept Treasurer's Report, direction to Treasurer to continue to control Class funds in the manner with which he has been proceeding
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); was unavailable to report
New Business:
Introduction of discussion and possible action to change regular Class Planning Group Meeting – Conference, schedule from 1st and 3rd Tuesdays to 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, Derego-Brown through Tufts; Group, discussion/decision to change regular Class Planning Group Meeting – Conference schedule from 1st and 3rd Tuesdays to 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month and to change regular Meeting – Conference start times from 8:30 PM to 8:00 PM, direction to Tufts to email Class to notify re schedule changes and adjust Meeting – Conference agendas to reflect changes
“For the Good of the Class” - Snider-Herrick wished the Class a Merry Christmas/Happy New Year as did all in attendance; Numerous comments regarding Marlett's clean bill of health and his return; Tufts, reported Runyan will be going to San Fransisco for a stint on the second side carotid artery on January 11th, many comments of support by the Group; Tamme's birthday – 12/16, the Group wished her a happy day; general comments about the end of the year and what a super year it was for the Classmates
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting will be a Skype Conference to begin 8:00 PM, January 12, 2010 (2nd Tuesday); Lewis, D. to host the Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

6,500 ft, Mt Sanhedrin, in the distance....

Dear Classmates,

Hope everyone well and enjoying the Season to be Jolly! I'm still jolly thinking about the great time I had over the Homecoming and Birthdays Party weekend. I can, also, report things remain stable in SoCal - Plenty of concrete and traffic under the tree this year for all; even if Santa doesn't show, I'm slayed by it!

Anyway, I have attached the minutes from the December 1st Class Planning Meeting - Conference and the Agenda for this Tuesday's (3rd of the month) Conference. AS you will see by the Minutes, the 12/1 Meeting was very brief with no Class Business being discussed/decided because the Group was pretty much 23152"i" (under the influence of illness). In fact, illness kept many regulars away and some of those attending were physically ill - your call mentally.

Attend this Tuesday's Meeting - Conference if you can. Remember, this is the Class of '67; we need the strength of numbers! Also, I was possibly overcome by Holiday spirit, but I was thinking how nice it would be to have a Class Holiday get-together some year. Any thoughts (about a Holiday get-together)? I wonder if Mich Hood would wrap up his "pirate hat" and put it under the tree for another Classmate? If I ever get to have a Christmas get-together I hope it is with all of you! My memories are only exceeded by my feelings. Hope to speak with you Tuesday evening and see you before too long. Best regards, TT '67-On!

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-28), 8:30 PM, December 15, 2009

Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda

Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Through the PM, Runyan/Formslag, possible feedback report from Principal Oslund regarding Bench design and installation location options; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Group; feedback to the PM and discussion regarding the Project Schedule, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Tufts; possible presentation of draft Program Guide Document; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Reed, possible feedback report regarding feasibility of gaining “non-profit” status for managing Class funds; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Formslag, possible feedback report regarding storing Class funds with the Willits Rotary Club; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Willits Booster Club Liaison Subcommittee – Runyan(C)/Formslag; through the Chair, possible feedback report regarding possibilities of associating with the Willits Boosters Club for purposes of storing Class funds; Group, possible discussion/ decision(s)/direction(s)
“'67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-Together 2010) – Tufts, feedback report regarding Class preference as to the 2010 Class Get-Together date preference; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Tufts; Tufts, through the Chair, reintroduction of general discussion regarding Class sweatshirts; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report; Group, possible discussion; accept/reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)

New Business:
Class Planning Meetings Schedule – Derrego-Brown through Tufts, Introduction of request to adjust the scheduling of Class Plannig Meetings to the first snd third Tuesdays of each month. Group, possible discussion/decision/direction(s)
“For the Good of the Class” - Group, Open comments/discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Class, possible decisions)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting: 8:30 PM, December 15, 2009 (regular 3rd Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting schedule

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-27), 8:30 PM, December 1, 2009

Call to Order – Tufts, Runyan hosting Skype
Roll Call
Attending:
Lewis, D.
Runyan
Skinner
Tucker-Thompson
Tufts

Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, Motion to continue the presentation and Meeting Conference to December 15, 2009 (regular 3rd Tuesday) due to the impacts of illness on the Group, 2nd Tucker-Thompson, unanimous
No further Class Business discussion.
Meeting Conference Agenda rescheduled, per motion/vote from the floor, for December 15, 2009 (regular 3rd Tuesday)
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Next Meeting – Conference: December 15, 2009 (regular 3rd Tuesday), 8:30 PM, Runyan to host Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

Three, deserving, thank you notes, from T....

Hello out there in '67 Wolverine Land,

I thought I would bring you up to speed on some Class business. The Class Planning Group directed me to send thank you notes to three of the people very involved in making our Homecoming evening so much fun. WHS Principal Gordon Oslund, Conselor Bob Colvig, and Roots of Motive Power Team Member Chris Baldo.

I have sent a holiday greeting card to each of the three. Here is what I wrote on the cards.

Principal Oslund, The Class of '67 would like to thank you and the School for hosting a terrific Homecoming evening! Also, along with our thanks and compliments for a job well done is* our best wishes for a warm holiday! Talmadge Tufts for the Class of 1967. *Principal, Please excuse error in grammar. It's been a long time since we left your halls! T

Bob Colvig, The Class of '67 would like to congratulate you on a great career, a great contribution to education in general, and to the youth of Willits specifically. Thank you! Also, Your younger friends hope your Holidays are as fine as are your years! For '67's Wolverines, Tom Tufts

Chris Baldo, The Willits High School Class of 1967 would like to thank you, and your group, for doing a superlative job at the "Roots of Motive Power". We were overwhelmed both with the quality of your collecting, restoration, and exhibiting and with the warmth and brilliance of your hospitality! With our thanks, Please accept our wishes for a holiday season as nice as are you! Tom Tufts, for the WHS Class of '67.

I hope those words express everyone's feelings. I also hope everyone is well and moving into a joyous Christmas/New Wolverine Year! Always yours and May God Save the Class! TT

Do you know where this house is located in Willits and who lived there in the 60's? Blast your answer to T!

Classmates,

Hope this finds everyone well! I am attaching two documents for your review. 1) Minutes from the November 17 Class Planning Group Meeting; 2) Agenda for the Tuesday, December 1st Planning Group Meeting - Conference. Also, please think about what date you would prefer be scheduled for next year's Class get-together. The response from those attending this years homecoming weekend was so overwhelmingly great, the Planning Group has had some preliminary discussion about doing Homecoming again next year. However, the Group would like to have feedback from the entire Class before moving forward with planning. Please let your preference be known. You may email back to me or communicate with anyone of the Classmates active with the planning function: Sonja, Loma, Tamme, Ellen, Beverly, Denise (Lewis), Marilyn Mickle-Lindstrom, Eddie Marlett, Jim Reed, Fred Olenik, Bruce Formslag, Richard Huddle, Richard Skinner, Ken Runyan and any Classmate with a phone or email address for any of the others! Luvyas, Wolverine - On! T

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-27), 8:30 PM, December 1, 2009
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda

Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Through the PM, Runyan/Formslag, possible feedback report from Principal Oslund regarding Bench design and installation location options; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Group; feedback to the PM and discussion regarding the Project Schedule, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Tufts; possible presentation of draft Program Guide Document; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Reed, possible feedback report regarding feasibility of gaining “non-profit” status for managing Class funds; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Formslag, possible feedback report regarding storing Class funds with the Willits Rotary Club; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Willits Booster Club Liaison Subcommittee – Runyan(C)/Formslag; through the Chair, possible feedback report regarding possibilities of associating with the Willits Boosters Club for purposes of storing Class funds; Group, possible discussion/ decision(s)/direction(s)
“'67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-Together 2010) – Tufts, feedback report regarding Class preference as to the 2010 Class Get-Together date preference; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
Class Sweatshirts – Buletti-Wharton (C)/Runyan/Tufts; Tufts, through the Chair, reintroduction of general discussion regarding Class sweatshirts; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report; Group, possible discussion; accept/reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
AGENDA, Group Meeting – Conference (9-27), 8:30 PM, December1, 2009
page 2
New Business: No New Business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Group, Open comments/discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Class, possible decisions)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting: 8:30 PM, December 15, 2009 (regular 3rd Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting schedule

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-26), 8:30 PM, November 17, 2009
Call to Order – Tufts, Runyan hosting Skype
Roll Call:
Attending:
Formslag
Lewis, D.
Marlett
Reed
Runyan
Snider-Herrick
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no Call for Reading

Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, presented overview of Project Schedule, will send to Olenik (BM) for posting on the Class BLOG; Group, self-directed to review Project Schedule and feedback comments to Runyan, direction to Runyan and Formslag to meet with Principal Oslund to discuss School preferences regarding Bench design and installation location(s) options
Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Tufts; Snider-Herrick presented concept of developing and Program Milestones control document to guide the Program; Group discussion, direction to Snider-Herrick to draft a Program Guide Document; Formslag, reported no further information has come back from the Willits Rotary Club (through Bruce Burton) regarding storing Class funds with the Rotary Club, Formslag will continue to pursue/report; Reed, volunteered to look into feasibility of gaining “non-profit” status for managing Class funds; Group, discussion/direction to Reed to research “non-profit” status needs/path; Formslag/Runyan, volunteered to work as a subcommittee to explore possibilities of associating with the Willits Boosters Club for purposes of managing Class funds; Group, discussion/direction to Formslag/Runyan, as a subcommittee, to liaison with the Willits Boosters Club for the purpose of managing Class funds through association;
“67 Again in Ten” (Class Get-together 2010) – Tufts, introduced item to discuss pros and cons of potential get-together dates; Group, discussion/direction to Tufts to e-mail the Class requesting feedback re preferences of 2010 Get-together dates;
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report, received $20 donation to the Scholarship fund from Classmate Dave John, received $30 donation to the Scholarship fund from Zara (Carolyn McKee) Raab, received a $.75 donation to the Scholarship fund from Formslag, Fund balance is $1620.00; Group, discussion/decision to accept the Treasurer's Report, direction to the Treasurer to continue to control Class funds in the manner with which he has been proceeding
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); was unavailable to report
New Business – There was no New Business agendized for this Meeting – Conference
“For the Good of the Class” - Snider-Herrick, wished everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving and requested Holiday recipes; Marlett, reported he is feeling well following some cardiac-related testing and would like everyone to know greatly he enjoyed the Homecoming and Class Birthday Party get-together; Formslag, provided an update report on the Wolverine football successes, our team made the post season playoffs; Runyan, advised everyone there is an excellent picture of Classmate Mitchell Hood available for review on the Class BLOG; Tufts, suggested consideration be given to adopting “Crap Almighty” as per Lewis, D. as the revised Class Motto
Meeting Schedule – Group, confirmed next Meeting will be a Skype Conference to begin 8:30 PM, December 1 (first Tuesday), 2009; Runyan to host the Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

Mitchell's Top Hat....the winning "look" at the Birthday Party

Awesome Classmates,

Hope this finds everyone well! I am not quite so sure it is nice to be back from the Homecoming and Class Birthday Party get-together but here I am. However, things are not totally bleak because I just had a great time typing the Agenda for Tuesday's Class Planning Group Meeting.

Actually the typing was hideous but thinking about The Class was terrific. Tuesday,s Meeting will be a Skype conference commencing at 8:30 PM with Runyan hosting. Give him a call (707-354-1864) to get hooked up if you are not now so. Group discussions will include the Class Scholarship Program (we have a nice nest egg to work with this coming year), the Class Bench/Time Capsule Project, and there will be a beginning open forum regarding next year's Class get-together.

There will, also, be an opportunity for "open Comments/Discussion of any nature having value to the Class. GREAT STUFF with GREAT PEOPLE! The Planning Group is growing but there is PLENTY of room for more so jump in if you can - The More, The Merrier!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Best wishes and " '67-On!, T

Hello again '67 Wolverines,

The Class Planning Group would like Class-wide input regarding the Class Scholarship Program. Here's the question: Would you prefer to see the Class award one large - as - possible scholarship or multiple smaller scholarships? Planning for the 2010 Scholarship Program will utilize the Class feedback. Discussions will open this Tuesday evening November 17 regarding the 2010 scholarship year so please feedback ASAP. Thanks, your input is valued! T

AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-26), 8:30 PM, November 17, 2009
Call to Order
Roll Call
Call for Reading of the Agenda

Old Business:
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, possible update presentation of Project Schedule to reflect completion/installation date of Homecoming 2010; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Runyan/Formslag; possible update report re Class Bench design and materials list; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runayn/Tufts; Snider-Herrick, presentation of concept/recommendation re development of guide document/program milestones schedule; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Tufts (through the EC), feedback report re poll of Class to determine Class preference for a single large vs multiple small scholarship awards; Group, possible discussion/decision(s)/direction(s); Formslag, feedback report re storing Class funds with the Willits Rotary Club; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
“ '67 Again in Ten” (Class get-together 2010) – Tufts; Introduction of open discussion / brainstorming session re Class get-together; Group, open discussion and comments, possible decision(s) / direction(s)
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report; Group, possible discussion; accept/reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/direction(s)
BLOG Manager's Report – Olenik (BM); update Report; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)
New Business: No New Business was requested to be agendized for this Meeting – Conference
AGENDA, Group Meeting – Conference (9-26), 8:30 PM, November 17, 2009
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“For the Good of the Class” - Group, Open comments / discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Class, possible decision(s)/direction(s)
Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting: 8:30 PM, December 1, 2009 (regular 1st Tuesday); Group, confirm next Meeting schedule

Only Butch "nose" for sure...and Huddle doing a little arm exercise.

World's Greatest Classmates,

Hope all well! I am attaching the Minutes for the regular first Tuesday of the month Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference. However, before you go to the Minutes I want to tell you the weekend get-together was SUPERB!

Great time at the ballgame, the "Class Float was the hit of halftime and the entire attending '67 Class walked with the float as it passed the grandstands for review, the '67 cheering section was a very ajor contributor to the Wolverine win (ripped 'em a new one), Class picture taken on the field after the game, had a very enjoyable and informative time.

Saturday, under nice weather, at the County museum and "Roots of Motive Power' exhibits (great train ride in the caboose, too), the Class 60th Birthdays Party was an absolute "kick" - great people, great food, super great door prizes with the grand prize going to husband Marshal of Classmate Tamme Tucker-Thompson. However, as a special note - Mitchell Hood may well have received the best door prize and we all thought he might laugh himself into oblivion, we had guests from various other (lesser) classes: '65, '66, '68, '73 as well as The Class.

The evening generated some $1471 for the Class Scholarship Fund with everyone getting involved in a superlative group gesture of giving including everything Huddle had in his wallet (cleaned the boy right out!), Check the Class BLOG for pictures and details. By the way, Butch Lewis (it is reported) gave Formslag a $20 bill in the form of a bribe to keep Bruce from publishing a picture of Butch picking his nose at the Party. The picture was taken and is the property of Runyan who advises the photo will be available to the Class for review. BLOG???

The Scholarship fund is now $1599.25. There were various donations made throughout the weekend, at breakfast, etc. (Snider-Herrick and Rousseu-Buch have both dropped $67 on the treasury in the name of the Class - Cool!) The Class Treasurer, Runyan, will accept any donation, in any amount, in the name of anybody, from anyone - don't hesitate if you feel so inclined.

We are going to really have a good Scholarship Program for this Spring! There was a good Class Business Meeting over breakfast Sunday morning - attended by many Classmates (and significant others) and some reps from other classes (Not sure if they are experiencing Class envy or have been shunned by their own but it was nice have their enthusiastic comments for consideration).

The next Class Planning Group Meeting - Conference will be the regular 3rd Tuesday, 8:30 PM, November 17, 2009; Runyan will host the Skype conference. Again, hope all well, '67-On!!!!!!!!!!! T

PS - " '67 again in Ten" has been adopted for next years Class get-together...get ready to be there!

MINUTES

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Conference (9-25), 8:30 PM, November 3, 2009
Call to Order – Tufts, Runyan hosting Skype
Roll Call:
Attending:
Buletti-Wharton
Formsalg
Lewis, D.
Reed
Runyan
Snider-Herrick
Tucker-Thompson
Tufts
Call for Reading of the Agenda – There was no Call for Reading

Old Business:
Homecoming and Class 60th Birthdays Party – Olenik/Tufts (co-C)/All Members; Coordinators closing reports, all Coordinators reported no further business; Group, discussion/decision item may be closed as complete with direction to Tufts to send “Thank You” sentiments to Principal Oslund and Bob Colvig at the School and to Chris Baldo at the Roots of Motive Power (Runyan to provide addressing information), decision/direction to Tufts to place a “Class Sweatshirts” item on the next Class Planning Group Meeting – Conference Agenda under New Business; Group discussion/decision, the Homecoming and Class 60th Birthdays party event was an overwhelming success, decision to pursue planning of a year 2010 Class get-together event with Homecoming as the anchor activity and, possibly, with installation of the Class of '67 Bench and Time Capsule included in the event schedule; discussion/decision/direction(Tucker-Thompson - motion/Lewis, D. - 2nd/unanimous) to Tufts to send e-mail communication to the Class providing a synopsis history of the Homecoming and Class 60th Birthday Party get-together, a plan projection of next year's event, and an invitation to participate in damnations to the Class Scholarship Fund for the 2010 award(s)
Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (EC)/Formslag/Marlett/Runyan/Tufts; Snider-Herrick, opened discussion regarding a desire to increase the number of applicants seeking funding to pursue technical/certificate programs; Group, discussion/decision to institute program elements to foster increases in technical/certificate program applicants; Reed/Snider-Herrick, opened discussion
of consideration to change the name of the Class award(s) from “Scholarship” to “Grant”; Group, discussion/decision to continue to make our Class award(s) as “Scholarship”; Tucker-Thompson, opened discussion regarding preference for one single large award as opposed to multiple smaller awards; Group, discussion/decision to poll the Class as foundation information to be used in decision /
MINUTES, Group Meeting – Conference (9-25), 8:30 PM, November3, 2009
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Class Scholarship Program (continued) – direction to Tufts to poll the Class via e-mail to determine Class preference regarding a single larger vs multiple smaller Class Scholarship awards; Formslag, feedback report re storing Class funds with the Willits Rotary Club, no further update from Bruce Burton for the Rotary Club, Formslag will communicate the Class' continued interest and seek further dialog/feedback, item will be moved forward to the November 17, 2009 agenda
Class Bench/Time Capsule Project – Runyan (PM)/Formslag/Huddle/Marlett/Tufts; Runyan, presented overview of Project Schedule; Group, discussion/decision/direction to Runyan to target the 2010 Homecoming weekend for installation of the Class Bench and Time Capsule;
Treasurer's Report – Runyan (T); update Report, the Class fund saw incomes of: $1471 (Class Birthday Party proceeds), $67 donation (Buche), $61.25 (Breakfast donations), expenditures of: $404 (Class 60th Birthday Party rental/preparations); current fund balance: $1599.25; Group, discussion/decision to accept the Treasurer's Report, direction to the Treasurer to continue to control Class funds in the manner with which he has been proceeding
BLOG Manger's Report – Olenik (BM) was unavailable to report
New Business:
“ '67 Again in Ten” - Tufts (for Skinner); Tufts, introduction of concept for year 2010 Class get-together event title: “ '67 again in Ten”; Group, discussion/decision (Snider-Herrick – motion/Runyan - 2nd/unanimous) to adopt “ '67 again in Ten” as the title for the year 2010 Class get-together event
“For the Good of the Class” - Runyan, noted Butch Lewis had paid $20 in the form of a bribe to Formslag to not publish a photograph of Lewis picking his nose at the Class 60th Birthdays Party, noted, also, the picture was taken and is the proprietary property of Runyan and will be published (check Class BLOG – future), Runyan will forward all get-together pictures to Olenik for the Class BLOG, Buletti-Wharton, commented she can not wait for next year's get-together and noted “we used to be Classmates but we are now friends”, Group, wishes to thank Mitchel Hood and his wife for the fun they added to the weekend (noted, Mitchell received a terrific door prize at the Class Birthdays Party, '67-On!~ Mitchell); Tucker-Thompson – reported she had an “incredible time” at the get-together, generated much discussion/comment in the Group – Great time had by all/great job done with the Scholarship fund;
Meeting Schedule – Group; confirmed next Meeting will be the regular 3rd Tuesday Class Planning Group Meeting – Conference, 8:30 PM, November 17, 2009, Runyan will host Skype
The Meeting was adjourned

WHS - CLASS OF 67 - 60TH BIRTHDAY PARTY - OCT 17, 2009

Dear Classmates,

Hope all well! Here are some items for your Homecoming and Class 60th Birthdays Party weekend travel kit.

1) Copy of the final Schedule of events. Please note the only change from the original tentative schedule is a change to start time for Sunday's breakfast from 10:00 AM to 8:30 AM. The thinking (Please accept that there was some thinking) was to get everyone one the road a little earlier. Also, please note, we will have a Class Planning Meeting during the breakfast meal.

2) Copy of the Agenda for the Sunday breakfast Class Planning Meeting

The Brooktrails Community Center is in the same location as the Golf Course but at the other end of the parking lot.

Note: The Birthdays Party dinner is $30 per person or $67 per couple; $10 of each plate goes to the Class Scholarship Fund. Please drive safely, the fund needs your $ten bucks! LUVYA's T

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EVENT SCHEDULE*

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Class Get-Together – Homecoming '09 and Class 60th Birthdays Party
*Final

Friday, October 16, 2009

12 PM – 4:00 PM, Meet 'n' Greet / Banner Painting & Float Decoration / Pizza Social; Huddle's

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Break / Personal preparation for evening activities; individual places

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM, preposition the “Float” and discuss/prepare for “Float” riding; meet at field grandstands

7:00 PM, view varsity football game; grandstands
Half time, “ride 'Float' “; football field

Post Game, Class picture; football field under the goal post

After Game, Post-Game Anaysis Meeting; Gribaldo's Restaurant

Saturday, October 17, 2009

10 AM, Breakfast get-together; Gribaldo's Restaurant

12 PM – 3:00 PM, Museum/Motive Power Tour

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Break / Personal preparation for evening activities; individual places

5:00 PM – on, 60th Birthdays Party Dinner; Brooktrails Community Center

8:00 PM, Birthdays Cake Cutting; Brooktrails Community Center

Sunday, October 18, 2009

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM, Breakfast/Class Business Meeting; venue to be announced

10:00 AM, Adjourn Class Event

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AGENDA

Willits High Class of '67 Planning Group
Group Meeting – Breakfast (9-24), 8:30 AM, October 18, 2009

Call to Order

Roll Call

Call for Reading of the Agenda

Old Business:

Homecoming and Class 60th Birthdays Party – Olenik/Tufts (co-C)/all Classmates;

After Action Reports: Runyan, Restaurant Liaison; Lewis, D., Food Liaison; Runyan, School Liaison; Tufts, Sweatshirts; Runyan, Museums Tour; Group; possible discussion(s) / decision(s) / direction(s); Tufts, round-robin brainstorming re event activities; Group, possible discussion(s) / decision(s) / directions

Class Bench/Time Capsule Project and Get-together – Runyan (Project Manager) / Formslag / Marlett / Tufts; Runyan, Presentation of project overview/milestones/time line; Formslag, Presentation of Bench design overview; Marlett, Presentation of Capsule Life Time Options; Tufts, Presentation of Options for Capsule Access; Group, Possible discussion(s) / decision(s) / direction(s)

Treasurer's Report – Runyan (Treasurer), update Report; Group, possible discussion; accept/reject Treasurer's Report; possible decision(s)/direction(s)

BLOB Manager's Report – Olenik (BLOG Manager), Update Report/ Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / directions

New Business:

Class Scholarship Program – Snider-Herrick (Executive Coordinator)/ Buletti-Wharton / Derego-Brown/ Formslag / Lewis, D. Marlett / Runyan / Tucker-Thompson / Tufts; Snider-Herrick, Presentation of Program Overview / 2009 History and Request for Class comments and recommendation ; Group, possible discussion / decisions / direction(s)

Class Sweatshirts – Tufts (C)/Buletti-Wharton/Runyan; Tufts, presentation of project history and overview – production logistics/budget, preproduction orders, logos/designs options, sizes/styles; request for Class input/interest; Group, possible discussion / decision(s) / direction(s)

Class Future Events – Tufts; Group, round-robin brainstorming and comments regarding options and interest levels for future Class events; possible decision(s) / direction(s)

“For the Good of the Class” - Group, open comments / discussion(s) of any nature having value to the Class; possible decision(s) / direction(s)

Meeting Schedule – Next Meeting: 8:30 PM, November 6, 2009 – regular 1st Tuesday (Runyan to host Skype); Group, confirm next Meeting schedule

Adjourn Meeting