A review of the minutes of the new chapter reveals three items that received top priority. Of primary interest was the recruitment of active members primarily to develop chapter bylaws. A second goal, which grew out of a desire to be connected to the national organization, was the goal to have chapter representation at the next national convention. The neew president, Eileen Sankey, urged members of the Executive Committee to consider attending the national convention to be held in Indianapolis in October 1985. The third item high on the new Executive Committee's agenda was that of finances.
Early minutes record an extensive discussion of fund raising.
Through the committee minutes one can only guess at the lack of enthusiasm with which at least one member of the committee greeted these suggestions. Although it appears the majority held their original ideas to be worthy, the discussion moved to the matter of educational programs that could be offered the membership. Suggested topics included a Smoke-Ending Clinic, an Assertiveness Training Seminar, and a Stress Management Workshop. It is interesting to note that in 1986 a different Executive Committee decided to sell tee shirts. In the first year of its existence the chapter also instituted a newsletter for the membership, Marguerite Hartigan becoming its first editor.