Thanks guys,
It sounds like I might have a bit of "Newbie" frustration combined with an apathetic leadership.
As far as implementing the program, I have taken steps to make sure we have an adequate meeting place, utilizing Progam Helps, the Leader Handbook, Monthly Roundtables, Baloo's Bugle, etc. for things for the kids to do. The parents are starting to sign off in the Handbooks, the kids are leafing through the handbooks by themselves and we're on our way.
I've also requested (a couple of times) a list of those who expressed interest in joining, but didn't join, for whatever