There is a change in our agreement with the City of Euless.

Beginning August 1st, the city will begin renting out the Simmons building to its citizens. Reverting to the Millican agreement, they require all tables and chairs stacked after each meeting.

Therefore, beginning next Wednesday we will be asking volunteers to help set up and close each week.

Our options will be discussed at the next board meeting. The next board meeting is at the Simmons building on July 27th at 6:00pm. Board meetings are open to all members.

Down to business.

Kirk updated us on the Teen Workshop. Thanks to everyone who has shown interest. There is a meeting before to discuss the workshop before the meeting on May 4th. If you're interested in volunteering, email Kirk.

The Board has approved a rate change to be voted on by the Workshop on the June 1st business meeting. The change would get rid of the prorated payment. Members will pay $100 every year, regardless of when they joined.

As this is a change to the bylaws, the proposed change will be made available to members to peruse at their leisure.

We will vote on room names at the next meeting.

Donna will be out for 2-3 months beginning May 20th. The board has divided up her duties. If you have any questions or concerns, contact a board member, or 2nd Vice President Kate.

Trumpets and fanfare.

Last night was a business meeting. If you would like the Treasurer's Report, please contact Donna.

Jennifer Duggins will lead our grant committee. We could still use a few research volunteers. Let us know if you are interested.

We voted on and approved two new members of the board last night:

Kirk Von Der Heydt is now Director.

Shawna Smith is now Secretary.

The fearless leaders welcome you to our cadre.

Candace Havens has a book signing on April 16th at 2pm at Barnes & Noble in Lewisville. Come and offer support. A small group plans to meet at Mimi's Cafe across the street from the Barnes & Noble at 12:30pm before the signing. All are welcome.

Make sure to check the bulletin board for announcements, contests, and writing opportunities.

We are still taking suggestions for room names. Please send them in.

Two of DFWWW's fearless leaders have unfortunately had to resign from their positions.

Kyle White's work schedule has changed, and he is now unable to attend the Workshop. Kyle was serving as secretary for his second year and was a wonderful asset. He devoted his invaluable time and effort to the Workshop. His voice on the board will be sorely missed.

We hope that he will be able to join us in the future.

Ron Soule, serving as director, also received a new assignment at his job. He will attempt to attend the Workshop, but can no longer fulfill the time requirements of a Board position. He was ready to represent the Workshop to visitors and serve as a guide to our new members. We will miss his presence on the Board.

Anyone willing to contribute their time to the Workshop is deserving of praise. Both of these men helped see us through the tumultuous upheaval that landed us at our wonderful new location. They were present at the packup, and the move in, as well as the many board meetings that were necessary to safeguard the future of the DFW Writers’ Workshop.

We recognize them for their service and hope they continue writing and critiquing.