Approximately 27 members and 5 guests met at 6:30 on the 8th floor of the Helix Building, 310 S. Racine at Jackson.
Guest Speaker
Thomas J. Lutz, author of "Shaping Chicago" A biography of James Dunham, who had enormous influence over the development of the Chicago River and our lakefront. Mr. Lutz's writings led to the Henry Barkhausen Award for Original Research, bestowed by the Association for Great Lakes Maritime History in 2006. This culminated in the publication of this book.
Bonus Presentation
Michaelangelo Gagliardi demonstrated various techniques he has developed to process video imaging of Chicago region shipwrecks into mosaic renderings. The process relies upon video studio decompilers and photoprocessing software.
Tonight's meeting was conducted by our President, John Bell. Refreshments were provided by Chet Childs.
Board and Committee Reports
President - John Bell
Welcome
Secretary - John Gerty provided copies of the minutes, from the last meeting, which were approved.
Treasurer – Bob Gadbois reported the status of the treasury
Contact Bob for further details
Membership – Rosters were provided by Scott Reimer.
We are in the fortunate position of exceeding our membership limit in our current email database.
Newsletter - Delphine Pontvieux
2 great issues have been produced so far this year. Articles, graphics, dive reports and all other contnet, don’t appear spontaneously. Our newsletter is the product of a member driven organization, content is always needed. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Web Site - Jack Bolous
The latest WreckChecker is due to be posted. A high res version is included in the members' forum. The Survey
Report Template, developed by John Bell is also available at the UASC Members' Only area on the UASC website.
Send any information or suggestions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Content always appreciated.
ICSSD – Claire Gadbois reported on the Illinois Council of Skin and Scuba Divers: UASC won again in the ICSSD Underwater Competition, held Sunday March 25th at the PAvillion, in Elk Grove Village.
Upcoming 2012 ICSSD events are:
October 6th Pumpkin Carving at Haigh Quarry sponsored by the Tritons.
President's Night - Oct 27th or Oct 13th
DiveHeart Liaison - Don Doherty
Trip to Cozumel planned.
Diveheart is looking for donations of old scuba gear for pool training.
Ghost Ships Festival, at the Wyndom Hotel, near Mitchell Field, Milwaukee, is the next big event before dive season starts to kick into high gear
Our Current UASC Officers and Committee Chairs:
Officers:
President: John Bell
Vice President: Bob Rushman
Treasurer: Bob Gadbois
Secretary: John Gerty
The following committee heads are either continuing or taking on new posts:
Newsletter Editor: Delphine Pontvieux
Speaker Coordinator: Jim Jarecki
Survey Coordinator: John Gerty
Webmaster: Jack Bolous
Refreshments Coordinator: Dan Kasberger
Membership Chair: Scott Reimer
ICSSD Liaison: Claire Gadbois
DiveHeart Liaison: Gene Hasiak
Safety Coordinator: Chet Childs
Training coordinator: Beth Plotner
Upcoming Events
NAS Field School Courses: June 2nd-17th
Sponsored by Northwestern Michigan Archaeology Society
More details at: www.NASNMC.com
Other Business
Next meeting: Wednesday May 30th, 2012.
Speaker: Sgt. Ray Mazzola of the Chicago Police Marine Unit
Refreshments to be provided by: Margo and Chuck Miller
THANKS to Chet Childs for providing tonight's refreshments
Requests:
Sign up for meeting refreshments - Dan Kasberger (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) Refreshments coordinator.
OTHER: Miscellaneous new business items should be brought up – briefly – now.
Speakers are always needed.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:00, after which a number of members retired to Ricobene's for further discussions and socializing.