The meeting was called to order at 10:15 a.m.  Approximately 15 persons attended.

 Candidates introduced included Peter Rene, Dexter Handy, Scott Hochberg and Larry Weiman.

 Mike introduced our speaker, Scott Hochberg.  Scott was excited about the upcoming election, saying that we have an opportunity all around the state to put a majority in the State house.  Some discussion followed.  Scott mentioned that in 2012 Texas will redistrict from the 2010 census.

Mike talked about Sharpstown Mall and its problems with many different owners and that the credit crunch is affecting deals.

 Jane Vidales made a verbal report about her experiences at the Denver convention.

 Margaret, Mary and Mike volunteered to do the phone tree.  Rod will do the envelopes.  Mike will bring refreshments next time.

 The next meeting will be October 25 and the group will early vote together.

Joyce Atkins talked about her voter education program down the hall and several of us attended it after our meeting.

 The meeting adjourned at 11:35 a.m.

 Respectfully submitted,

Mary Haper