Such intellectual property promises to have great value in the future, especially if and when contact is accomplished. Carver was responsible for booking Dr. Shuch for several different radio appearances, on the Laura Lee, Sightings, and Art Bell shows, with lots of excitement and attention generated. Demographics of this year's Bruno nominees were read. Bruno Award presented to Noel Cedric Welstead, VK4AYW, volunteer Regional Coordinator for Eastern Australia. Mr. Welstead accepted graciously, reporting on the importance of SETI Activities from the Southern hemisphere, where he noted that the Galactic Center never sets.
Professionals have to get paid to do the job.
We do it because we love it. The memership recommended that the Board of Trustees retain the current slate of officers. A question was raised as to whether a vacancy existed on the Board of Trustees. The pertinent section of the Bylaws was read, which indicated that there was not. Dr Shuch thanked our many volunteers for their significant efforts in behalf of The SETI League.