Latah County Republican Committee Minutes of Regular Meeting held February 23, 2010 Jack in the Box in Moscow Present: *Barrett Schroeder, *Roger Falen, Mary Steed, Walter Steed, *Ed Goforth,*R. Madeline McComas, Don Myers, Lois Reed, James Tunca, Jay Triplett, David Klingenberg, *Tom Anderson, Dave McGraw, Jimmy Gilder, Bryan Wheat.  There were 15 people in attendance. *Represents precinct chairman Proceedings: Meeting called to order @ 7:03 PM by Barrett Schroeder and was opened with the Pledge and Prayer.  Minutes of the previous meeting were available for those who wanted a copy.  Treasurers Report remains the same with $ 1667.76 in the account. Lincoln Day for Latah County is scheduled for Sunday, March 21 at noon at the Best Western Inn in Moscow.  Donna Jones and Butch Otter will attend and anyone running for an office is welcome to speak.  We need items for a live auction, anyone with items, please contact Barrett. Barrett offered to print and mail the newsletters regarding the event to approximately 1000 households.  Tom Anderson moved that we approve $440. for postage and the motion was 2nd by Roger Falen and the motion passed. Discussion was held about having radio ads to advertise the event.  To advertise on the local stations it would cost approximately $160.  Motion was made by Tom Anderson and 2nd by Ed Goforth and the motion passed. Discussion was held regarding painting 1/2 sheet of plywood (3) and placing them at entrances to the city.  Jimmy Gilder offered his business as a location for one on the East. Dave Klingenberg offered to do a facebook ad. Candidates must file between March 8 –19, 2010 if they intend to run.  Barrett handed out forms to the precinct chairmen who were present.  Discussion was held regarding finding a candidate to oppose Shirley Ringo.  Several indicated they might be interested in running.  It was announced that Jonathan Parker from state GOP office would be in town on Thursday, February 25th at 12 noon and would be happy to meet with anyone available.  Meeting was adjourned at 7:57 PM Minutes submitted by Mary Steed, Secretary and approved at 4/26/10 meeting.