The meeting was opened at 10:05 a.m. with the Serenity Prayer. Richard read the mission statement. Introductions were made, and a sign-in sheet was passed around.

Those present:

Richard T. Chairperson, St. Anne’s; Autry House

Carl H. Co-chairperson

Jan K. Autry House, Friday

Alan B. Historian, Website

David D. Rep. Bellville, Tuesday

Greg M. Rep. St. John’s, Sunday, 6:00 p.m.

Nancy K. Secretary

Lora L. Houston OA HOW liaison; Convention Co-chair

Linda G. Rep. Sugarland, Wm. Trace Baptist Church

Olga T. Rep. Conroe, Saturday a.m.

Sherri H. Newsletter editor

12 Traditions of OA - Greg read and shared from Tradition 9.

Minutes of the Last Meeting - The minutes of the August meeting were accepted as amended with discussion and clarification of water bottle sales for the Fall Convention in Galveston.

Treasurer’s Report - The August report was read by those in attendance. It was accompanied by the HMI Meeting Contributions List (January - August 2001).

Old Business - None

Delegate’s Report - Richard read a letter from World Service Organization. It requested each intergroup to discuss a new vision statement and vote to determine preference of new or old statement. The statements were read and discussed, but it was decided that, as the vote is not needed immediately, the statements would be put on the HMI website. Richard reported that Doty Hawkins, Region 3 trustee, has resigned. The WSO Board will appoint someone to fulfill the current term.

Richard also reported that there are proposed changes to the current bylaws which will be discussed at the Region 3 Assembly. It was decided that decisions would be left up to the Region 3 representatives. Workshop information ("Share-a-thon") from WSO will be given to Sherri, who is the workshop committee chairperson.

Committee Reports -

Special Events/Workshops - Sherri is waiting until after the October Convention to prepare for the next workshop. After discussion, she tentatively chose November 17^th as the date for a relapse and recovery workshop. November 17^th is IDEA Day (International Day of Experiencing Abstinence). Sherri is also considering a "new beginnings" workshop in January.

Spring Retreat 2002 - Jan is continuing to work on the Spring Retreat.

Convention/Region 3 Business Assembly - Lori and Carl reported that things are going well. Twyla has recently contacted Carl to let him know she is running the clothing drive for the convention. On Monday, September 10, Carl is sending Fall Convention related e-mails to inner group representatives to disburse at meetings.

The next planning meeting will be next Saturday, September 15, at the Flagship Hotel in Galveston. There will be another meeting the following weekend. Registration has been excellent, Carl reported; over 100 persons have registered. Carl sent out 367 letters announcing the convention. He received 40 registrations from that mailing. He now has a master mailing list which will be highly useful for future projects, etc. Carl told Jan that he will help in this regard with Retreat 2002.

Public Information - Richard has canvassed television stations regarding whether they run public service announcements, and, if so, what format they use. He will compile a list of which ones are willing to look at the existing tapes. Anybody wanting to help with public information is encouraged to contact Richard; he would welcome the help. Greg offered to help contact area television stations in order to assist Richard in compiling his list. Jan questioned whether HMI has enough money in the budget to purchase more tapes. Greg and Richard will discuss the situation and come back to the group at a later date with further information.

Office Services - No report

Newsletter - Sherri is planning to get the latest newsletter out next week-end.

Meeting List - If there are changes, please contact Helen or Alan.

Bylaws Committee - Alan and Helen are continuing their work.

Budget Committee - There is no Budget Committee at the present time. Jan suggested that some funds from HMI’s prudent reserve be used for outreach and public information. It was decided that Helen, Jan, Alan, and Richard will form the Budget Committee.

Carl offered to check on locating local telephone service at a cheaper rate than HMI is currently spending.

Literature - There was a need to order more literature. Alan will pick up some AA literature, and Lori will place an order for additional OA literature, some for the convention and some for the cabinet.

HIPM - There is no HIPM Committee at the present time. Alan will put a message on the website letting people know that there is a need for volunteers to comprise this committee. It was decided that a HIPM Committee will be established at the October HMI meeting.

Website - The website is celebrating its 2^nd anniversary. During that time, there have been 17,250 hits. Alan successfully renewed the website’s domain name for the next 9 years at an excellent rate.

New Business - None

Open Forum - None

7^th Tradition - Held as usual.

Announcements - The next meeting will be held on October 13, 10:00 a.m., at the Oasis Club. A new OA meeting has been started in the Bear Creek area. Alan will put information regarding it on the website.

Closing - The meeting was closed with the 3^rd Step Prayer.

Respectfully submitted,

Nancy K.

Secretary

October 13, 2001