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2007 - 2009 Minutes December 13, 2009 General Membership Board Meeting Comfort Inn President Ron Krueger opened the board meeting after the first session of bridge. Barbara Womack and Jackie Biel were nominated by the nominating committee chaired by Kris. Doris Sutherland was nominated from the floor for a three-year term and Duane Starner was nominated from the floor for a one-year term. Both agreed to serve. Since we did not have more nominees than we had vacancies, we had a motion from the floor (which was seconded) to dispense with the formal election and to elect the slate of four by acclamation. The motion passed, and the four won by acclamation. CONGRATULATIONS, DUANE STARNER, DORIS SUTHERLAND, BARBARA WOMACK AND JACKIE BIEL ON YOUR ELECTION TO THE BOARD. Thank you for your willingness to serve. PERSON of MERIT 2009: KAY FERGIE The four outgoing board members formed a committee to recommend a “Person of Merit.” The committee selected KAY FERGIE as the Person of Merit for 2009 for her dedication and devotion to bridge. ABTA Teacher of the Year recommendation The board may nominate one of our Unit members for the American Teachers Association (ABTA) Teacher of the Year award. The person nominated must meet several qualifications. Ron Krueger announced that KRIS MOTOYOSHI has been nominated by our board and her name has been submitted to ACBL’s Barbara Seagram for consideration. A drawing for free play at a future Unit game was awarded to seven people. The lucky winners are: Keri Malone, Myrna Davis, Patti Kautz, Mike Coopersmith, Ann Sanders, Jim Tehan and Pam Orne. Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board Meeting, Sunday, January 10, 2010, 11:30 a.m. at the Comfort Inn) ***************************************************************************** Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were, Fred Gilbert, Marlys Roberts, Mike Coopersmith , Barb Strole, Doyle Crook, Bob Probasco, Jackie Biel and Keri Malone. Members absent were Ann Figg and Kathy O’Malley. Approval of Minutes The October 18, 2009 minutes were approved with the following correction: The 2-session charity game is 1 dollar extra for each game. THE FIRST DOLLAR GOES TO THE ACBL NATIONAL CHARITY, THE SECOND DOLLAR GOES TO OUR UNIT CHARITY. Treasurer’s Report Doyle Crook stated that we have $4,075.37 in the checking account and a Certificate of Deposit in the amount of $7,500.00. Old Business Charity Game –Bob Probasco reported the unit donated $2275.00 to Union Gospel Mission for the annual charity event. He cited Sybil Broughton-Lucks for outstanding effort soliciting donations, Ron for selling immense quantities of raffle tickets, Marlys for another marvelous dinner and bridge game at Priest Lake and Mike for suggesting UGM initially and particularly fine follow-up. Also, many thanks to the directors who helped sell raffle tickets and to Sandy for the fall decorations. Bob, Ron and Mike presented the money to Union Gospel Mission Friday, November 13, 2009. The slate of candidates for election to the board will be finalized by Kris and this information will be sent to the board via email. Christmas Party – Doyle would like to encourage anyone planning to attend the Christmas Party to get the money in by December 3rd. Once the final count is given to the catering company on December 3rd, there will be little opportunity to add people for dinner. Without dinner, the cost will be $6.00 a game. The Christmas Party Unit Game is on December 13, 2009 and starts at 12 noon. You may give your money to Jackie Biel, Keri Malone or Doyle Crook. The outgoing board members selected a PERSON OF MERIT and this choice will be announced at the short board meeting between sessions during the Christmas Party. [Kay Fergie was chosen.] New Business It was MSP to approve the unit game dates for 2010. Kris Motoyoshi is the director for the I/N section (0 -300) for the year 2009. This arrangement was reviewed at the end of this year (November board meeting) as stated in the policies and procedures. Working to increase attendance of the I/N players at the Unit games is ongoing. Kris had no data at the time she addressed the board which would help determine if a separate director for the I/N was helping to increase attendance. After discussion by the board it was MSP to try an I/N section (0 – 99 IN LIEU OF 0 -300) for the Unit Games beginning in January for a three month trial period WITH A SEPARATE DIRECTOR. 5th Wednesday mentor Kris Motoyoshi and Doyle Crook will get together to discussions options for the 5th Wednesday mentor nights. A team concept for the I/N players will be explored and findings brought to the January board meeting. ABTA Teacher of the Year The board has an opportunity to nominate one of our unit members for the American Bridge Teachers Association (ABTA) Teacher of the Year award. The nominee selected will receive a plaque and a cash award at the 2010 NABC in New Orleans. It was MSP to nominate KRIS MOTOYOSHI as our selection for the Teacher of the Year award. Website Procedures Bob submitted an outline of steps necessary to maintain the unit website. The board agreed that these steps should be included in the Policies and Procedures. Other Business Jackie Biel read a letter she received from Dudley Brown regarding the fee he pays his hospitality helper. She receives $350.00 for the six sessions of the sectional. She is NOT responsible for the cost of the food. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (December 13, 2009, Comfort Inn General Membership Board Meeting between sessions at the Christmas Party, ) ***************************************************************************** Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes Friday, October 16, 2009 Quality Inn, Spokane WA The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by Vice-President, Mike Coopersmith. Board members attending were Ann Figg, Fred Gilbert, Marlys Roberts, Bob Probasco, Doyle Crook, Jackie Biel, and Keri Malone. Members absent were Ron Krueger, Barb Strole, and Kathy O’Malley. Approval of Minutes The September 9, 2009 minutes were approved as written. Treasurer’s Report Doyle Crook stated that we have $4,087.13 in the checking account, and a Certificate of Deposit in the amount of $7,500.00 for a total liquidity of $11,587.13. Doyle also stated that sectional profits are right at budgeted amounts. Unit game profits of $520 are disappointing as these subsidize our Christmas Unit game/party. Our last two unit games together have netted only $31 profit (the two lowest profits of the year). Doyle strongly supports an increase of a 50 cent entry fee for unit games for next year or eliminate all hospitality expense. Doyle mentioned his concern of not having a functioning unit game call committee. In past years, a calling committee was an active part of informing members of coming unit games. There was a short discussion on this matter, but no solution was reached. A financial report on the Labor Day sectional was not available at the board meeting. This report was sent to all members by email and will be reviewed at the November 15, 2009 board meeting. Old Business Bob Probasco reported that all plans for the Charity game are moving along as anticipated. Vice- President Mike Coopersmith inquired about the $1 extra cost of the Charity game. He stated that clarification is needed regarding this cost and the information put in the Policies and Procedures under Unit Games for the month of October. During the first session, the $1 extra cost goes to the charity designated by our Unit. The $1 extra for the evening game goes to the ACBL National Charity. [The October 18, 2009 minutes were approved with the following correction: The 2-session charity game is 1 dollar extra for each game. THE FIRST DOLLAR GOES TO THE ACBL NATIONAL CHARITY, THE SECOND DOLLAR GOES TO OUR UNIT CHARITY.] A report of the Senior Wellness Fair was not available and will be addressed at our November Board meeting. Mike Coopersmith volunteered to have the Christmas Party tickets printed. Money for the dinner must be received no later than December 3, 2009. The Christmas Party Unit game is on December 13, 2009 and starts at 12 noon. The cost is $25.00 for the dinner, including one or two sessions of bridge. THE CHRISTMAS PARTY INCLUDES OUR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING WITH ELECTION OF NEW BOARD MEMBERS. Hospitality for February Sectional – It was MSP for Sandy to receive $75.00 a day for her services, plus $100.00 a day for food expenses. She will be given a total of $525.00 in advance for her fee and food expenses. If needed, Sandy will be given, in advance, another $100.00 toward lunch expenses. All receipts will be submitted to the treasurer. New Business President Ron Krueger appointed Keri Malone to chair a committee of outgoing board members to select a Person of Merit from among our Unit members. The person selected may not be a board member and will be recognized at our Christmas Party. It was MSP to move the 2010 Charity Two Session Unit Game from October to November. It will be determined at a later date if we will have a Unit game in October. (Starting with the first Sunday in October – the Missoula Regional, next the Seaside Regional, then the Kennewick Sectional, followed by the Grandview Sectional on the 24th of October, finally by Halloween on the 3lst and also the Seattle Sectional on that date) The American Bridge Teachers’ Association (ABTA) nomination of the year award will be addressed at a later meeting. Other Business Jackie Biel brought up the issue of board members who work being unable to attend when meetings are conducted during the week. After discussing this issue, it was MSP to hold ALL future board meetings on the day of the Unit game. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, 11:30 a.m., Sunday, November 15, 2009, at the Comfort Inn). ***************************************************************************** Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 3:20 p.m. Comfort Inn The meeting was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were Ron, Mike Coopersmith, Fred Gilbert, Marlys Roberts, Bob Probasco, Barb Strole, Jackie Biel and Keri Malone. Members absent were Kathy O’Malley, Ann Figg and Doyle Crook. Also attending was Donald Mamula. Ron Krueger introduced Donald Mamula who is a candidate for the position of District Director to represent District 19 on the ACBL’s international Board of Directors. [He was reelected in October.] Approval of Minutes The August 2, 2009 board meeting minutes were approved with the following correction: Brenda Simpson, Unit 448’s Education Liaison spoke to the board concerning a motion made at the last board meeting concerning the deletion of the Senior Wellness Conference from the Education budged already approved for 2009. At the meeting, it was MSP to fund the conference the $150.00 for the year 2009. Treasurer’s Report Doyle Crook submitted an email report stating that we have $4719.53 in the checking account, $753.24 in the savings account and a Certificate of Deposit in the amount of $7,500.00 for a total liquidity of $12,972.77. Doyle also stated that because of the good turn out at the Labor Day Sectional, we made a profit. The final profit is not known at this time. Doyle, along with the other board members, wishes to thank all those who attended, played and worked hard to make this a fun sectional tournament. Old Business CHARITY GAME UPDATE – Bob Probasco stated that over thirty items have been received and more are promised. The selling of raffle tickets will begin in October. Look for the table just as you come out of the elevator on the 5th floor. Any help in selling the raffle tickets would be appreciated. Bob also acknowledged enormous gratitude to Sybil Broughton-Lucks for doing most of the spade work for the charity event. VOTING FOR DISTRICT 19 REPRESENTATIVE Don Mamula spoke to the board regarding issues of concern for the coming election. Following his talk, the board members voted by individual ballots for the candidate of choice. [He was reelected in October.] CHRISTMAS PARTY - The Christmas Party will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2009, at the Comfort Inn and will begin at 12:00 noon, two sessions. The cost for the dinner and two sessions of bridge will be $25.00. Dinner will consist of Baron of Beef with Cabernet Demi Glace, Port Date Chicken, Signature Salad, Roasted Red Potatoes, Winter Vegetables, Rolls and Butter. It was MSP to donate a pair of tickets to the Christmas Party for the silent auction to be held at the Charity Game, October 18, 2009. NEW BUSINESS The Labor Day Sectional was met with positive comments from everyone. The playing venue and hospitality were enjoyed by all. The board wishes to express appreciation for a fine job done with the decorations and artistic buffet. THANK YOU TO SANDY AND HER HELPER, JEANNIE FOR ALL THEIR WONDERFUL AND CREATIVE EFFORT. FEBRUARY, 2010 Sectional It was MSP to have Sandy do the winter sectional. Sandy will be paid $75.00 per day in addition to paying for food. We will give her an advance for food purchase. Marlys Roberts has agreed to be the Partnership Chair for the February Sectional in 2010. It was MSP to approve all time changes listed below: Friday Saturday Sunday 12:30 12:00 10:00/TBA 6:30 6:00 For the Swiss Teams, it was MSP to have seven rounds of eight boards. The Board decided to determine strata by an average of both pairs/teams. GOODWILL MEMBER OF THE YEAR 2010 – Ron Krueger sent a letter to Aileen Osofsky, Chairperson of the ACBL Goodwill Committee regarding the nomination of Mike Coopersmith for the Goodwill Member of the year for 2010. If anyone would like to read a copy of the letter, please contact President, Ron Krueger or Keri Malone, Secretary. It was MSP to appoint Kris Motoyoshi as Chair of Ad Hoc Nominating Committee to select candidates for Board members for 2010 and Max Gallotti for the counting of the ballots. The new business regarding the recognition of unit members has been tabled until the next board meeting. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, Friday, October 16, at approximately 3:45 p.m. at the Comfort Inn) ***************************************************************************** Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes Sunday August 2, 2009, ll:30 a.m. Comfort Inn The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were Ron, Ann Figg, Mike Coopersmith, Marlys Roberts, Barb Strole, Bob Probasco, Keri Malone, Doyle Crook, and Jackie Biel. Members absent were: Fred Gilbert and Kathy O’Malley. Also attending were: Norma Hols and Brenda Simpson. Announcements Duane Munk was appointed as I/N chair. Norma Hols was appointed as Christmas Party caterer “honcho”. Bob Probasco was appointed as temporary Webmaster. The board wishes to express their appreciation to BOB GELLNER and CINDY CHASE, who in the year 2005 realized the need for our Unit 448 to create a website. Both CINDY CHASE and BOB GELLNER were involved in the legal work to activate our website. Cindy Chase has maintained the website since late 2005 or the beginning of 2006. Thank you, Cindy, for all your work in maintaining this website all these years. Approval of Minutes The June 26, 2009 minutes were approved as written. Treasurer’s Report Doyle Crook stated that we have $888.88 in the checking account, $2,153.23 in the savings account and a Certificate of Deposit for the amount of $7,500.00, for a total liquidity of $10, 542.11. Doyle also stated that our income has been less than expected due to smaller attendance at the sectionals and unit games. Fortunately, at this time, several of our expense categories have been lower than expected. The board discussed ways to cut expenses and the idea of eliminating cash prizes to new students by substituting books or offering free plays was addressed. Ron will ask Kris Motoyoshi to attend the next board meeting to investigate this issue. Old Business Hospitality for the Labor Day sectional - Jackie Biel has volunteered for this only if her sister will agree to work with her. The voting for District 19 Representative will be held at our next board meeting on September 13, 2009. It was MSP to nominate Mike Coopersmith for the Goodwill Member of the Year for 2010. Norma Hols shared the information gathered to date regarding possible caterers for the Christmas Party. She wished to contact a few more before the final decision is made. The board will discuss all options presented by Norma at the next board meeting. Our charity beneficiary for the year 2009 is the Union Gospel Mission and the charity game will be held on October 18, 2009. The board allocated $100.00 to be used for the purpose of a raffle to benefit the charity. Bob Probasco, charity chairman, is ready to accept any donations. Senior Wellness Conference - It was MSP to fund the Senior Wellness Conference the $150.00 for the year 2009. Discussion regarding further funding beyond 2009 will be addressed at the October board meeting. Historically the unit has had a booth for the last 6 years. The response has depended on the location of the booth. The Unit’s name, website, bridge clubs and bridge lessons were made available to the attendees. [The following was added as a correction to the minutes at the September board meeting: Brenda Simpson, Unit 448’s Education Liaison spoke to the board concerning a motion made at the last board meeting concerning the deletion of the Senior Wellness Conference from the Education budged already approved for 2009. At the meeting, it was MSP to fund the conference the $150.00 for the year 2009.] NEW BUSINESS THE SEPTEMBER 20, 2009 UNIT GAME HAS BEEN CHANGED TO SEPTEMBER 13, 2009 and WILL BE A SINGLE SESSION GAME. The establishing of fees for our sectionals in 2010 will be addressed at the September 13, 2009 board meeting. It was MSP to purchase three more sets of the table cup holders. It was MSP for the Unit to lend to the clubs 15 sets of bidding boxes. Jackie Biel brought up the idea of doing something special for any member achieving a new ACBL level. This discussion was tabled until the next board meeting. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, September 13, 2009, 11:30 a.m., Comfort Inn, Spokane WA) ***************************************************************************** Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes Friday, June 26, 2009 Comfort Inn The meeting was called to order at 3 p.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were Fred Gilbert, Bob Probasco, Doyle Crook, Mike Coopersmith, Ann Figg, Keri Malone and Jackie Biel. Members absent were: Marlys Roberts, Barb Strole and Kathy O’Malley. Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes Sunday, April 19, 2009 Sons of Norway, Spokane WA The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were Ron, Fred Gilbert, Marlys Roberts, Ann Figg, Bob Probasco, Barb Strole, Mike Coopersmith, Doyle Crook and Keri Malone. Members absent were: Beverly Cordier, and Kathy O'Malley. Approval of Minutes The March 27, 2009 minutes were approved with the following clarification: Both Dick Yager and Mike Coopersmith are qualified for the Assistant Tournament Director position for the sectionals. Treasurer’s Report Doyle Crook reported that we have $722.54 in the checking account, $2,474.65 in the saving account and a Certificate of Deposit for the amount of $7,000.00 for a Total Liquidity of $10,197.19. The Certificate of Deposit will mature on June 23, 2009. Doyle Crook reported a net profit through 4/18/09 of $304. The profit on Unit games and the sectional have only netted a profit of $l65. We have projected significant expenses for Education as well as other expenses in other categories. We need good attendance at future unit and sectionals games. Peter Barthels submitted the results of the Audit of Unit 448 Financial Records for 2008, and reported that the documentation maintained in support of Unit 448 income and expenditures showed no discrepancies. Old Business Barb Strole will be in charge of hospitality for the next sectional beginning May 29, 2009. Each Board member will supply five dozen cookies or other edibles. Contributions from non-board members will be gladly accepted. The update on the Christmas party will be addressed at our next Board meeting. Every year Spokane Bridge Unit 448 holds a special charity game on behalf of a worthwhile local organization. The charity recipient selected by Bob Probasco and approved by the Board for 2009 is the Union Gospel Mission. The Policies and Procedures final draft will be emailed to the Board before the June meeting to give members time to study the document. New Business Keri Malone read a letter from Sybil Broughton-Lucks stating that she would like to resign from the board. We are fortunate that she has agreed to remain on the Charity Committee and will be the partnership chair for the open portion of the Unit games. The Board agreed that her position would not need to be filled as she continues to be an active working member of the Unit. It was MSP to cancel the Unit game scheduled on May 24, 2009 because of conflicts and no availability of alternate dates. The June 28, 2009 game will now be a TWO SESSION TEAM GAME with a potluck between sessions. Ron Krueger appointed Jackie Biel to chair a committee to explore options concerning possible sites to have our Unit games in 2010 and give the board a recommendation by the next Board meeting. Mike Coopersmith will be assisting Jackie. The balance of Unit games and the Christmas Party for 2009 will be held at the Sons of Norway. [This was changed at the June 26 meeting. All remaining 2009 unit games and the Christmas Party will be held at Comfort Inn.] Other Bob Probasco requested permission to contact Skyhouse Consulting directly concerning the Unit Web Site. Permission was granted by general consensus. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting - Friday, June 26) ***************************************************************************** Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes Friday, March 27, 2009 Comfort Inn, Spokane WA The meeting was called to order at 3 p.m. by President Ron Krueger. Board members attending were Ron, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Fred Gilbert, Keri Malone, Bob Probasco, Marlys Roberts, and Doyle Crook. Members absent were: Bev Cordier, Ann Figg, Kathy O’Malley, Mike Coopersmith, and Barb Strole. Doyle Crook made a motion that we consider only using one director for our sectionals. In the year 2007, Matt Koltnow, our tournament director stated he would need help if we continue to have a special I/N section in our sectionals. The board explored the possibility of a local director taking the test to become a tournament director to assist the sectional director. This would save money over the district bringing in a second director. Dick Yager was willing to help direct the novice section. It was MSP to hire Dick Yager as Director for this group. Doyle withdrew his motion. Unit Partnerships (Next Board meeting, Sunday, April 19, 2009, at 11:30 at the Sons of Norway) Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Ron Krueger.. Board members attending were Ron , Beverly Cordier, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Fred Gilbert, Mike Coopersmith, Doyle Crook, Bob Probasco, Barb Strole, and Keri Malone. Members absent were: Ann Figg, Marlys Roberts and Kathy O’Malley. Website posting of minutes Meeting Adjourned, Unit 448 ACBL Board Meeting Minutes The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Ron Krueger. CONFIRMATION OF OFFICERS FOR 2009 Approval of Minutes The December 12, 2008 minutes were approved as written. Treasurer’s Report Max Gallotti, Ann Figg, and Doyle will be meeting for the purpose of getting signature changes Old Business The amount of $250.00 has been allocated for the I/N prizes which will be used at the mentor games. NEW BUSINESS CHARITY CHAIR --------Bob Probasco TOURNAMENT COORDINATOR—Mike Coopersmith NAP COORDINATOR-----Bill Rottmayer CHRISTMAS PARTY CHAIR---Beverly Cordier Purchase of Additional Bidding Boxes It was also MSP to give JoAnn Brown the sum of $100.00 for a cookie fund to be used for the next sectional Shall we post the minutes of our board meetings on the web page? Discussion was held concerning this matter and it was decided to table this issue until the next board meeting as we need further input from the webmaster. The matter of getting relevant information on the web page and in the Grand Slammer in a timely manner was tabled until our next board meeting.
Bev Cordier is also getting a committee together to define a pricing structure for the Christmas Party. Meeting Adjourned, (Next Board meeting, February 15, 2009, 11:30 a.m. at the Sons of Norway) ****************************************************************** December 7, 2008 Membership Meeting President Doris Anderson opened the board meeting after the first session of bridge. Nominations for candidates were solicited from the floor. Since none were forthcoming, the slate of candidates was accepted by acclimation. CONGRATULATIONS TO MIKE COOPERSMITH, DOYLE CROOK, BOB PROBASCO AND BARB STROLE on your election to the board. Also, thanks for your willingness to serve. The four outgoing board members formed a committee to recommend a “Person of Merit”. The board selected a person who goes the extra mile again, and again and again. CONGRATULATIONS to GINNY DAVIS who was named the Person of Merit for 2008. The JUNE and AUGUST Unit game starting times were discussed. Several people felt that the 5:00 p.m. starting time was late for people who attend from out of town. A hand vote was taken for a 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. starting time. The majority voted for the 1:00 p.m. time. PLEASE NOTE - JUNE AND AUGUST UNIT GAMES FOR THE YEAR, 2009 WILL START AT 1:00 p.m. Max Gallotti presented President Doris Anderson with a poinsettia on behalf of the board for her willingness to take over as president after Jerry Hensley’s resignation. Many thanks for a job well done. Respectfully submitted, (Next board meeting will be held at the Quality Inn at approximately 2:45 p.m. after Dick’s game.) There were no announcements or additions to the Agenda. The budget question by Myrla listed in the agenda was for the Education Committee and not for the board. Eloise Whitehead has submitted her resignation to the board. A Web Site change request via Cindy will be discussed in January since we do not have a quorum and the board’s decision is needed for this matter. Doris Anderson reported on the expenses of the Christmas Party. Norma reported on information she obtained from a Recorder Seminar at NABC. As of this year, the Unit has no responsibility for behavior problems in the clubs. If there is a problem it is up to the Club manager/owner to handle. If a player doesn’t like the result he/she has no recourse except not to play in the club. The Club Directors might want to keep a list of reported psyches and other unusual bids (maybe even post them). The Unit does handle cases of ethics, e.g., cheating. The complaint is made to the Unit Recorder who decides if the charge is serious enough to record. A more detailed report concerning these matters was sent to all directors. Norma Hols gave a brief review of the Mamula Report, December 2007. District Boards will now have full authority to decide whether qualifying unit finals will be required in their district. With our large number of units, the district board has decided that qualifying unit finals will not be required for the 2008-2009 NAP cycle. Any unit may still hold a unit final if they wish, say for fundraising or social reasons. The ACBL board also decided to eliminate the national board member benefit of spouse/companion airfare to one NABC per year. The board also decided to raise the annual cash compensation to national board members to $3,000 per year. If anyone desires to read the full Mamula Report, submit your request and I will make a copy for you. Possible new items for the Grand Slammer were suggested. These are: 1) Letters to the editor column, 2) A Rod Paxton bridge Column 3) Placing corrections to the Roster Listings in the Grand Slammer so that each person can have current information as changes occur. New email addresses for board members. Ron Krueger rwakrueger@yahoo.com Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, January 6, 2008, 11:30 a.m. Quality Inn, Spokane, WA) ****************************************************************** Record of the December 9, 2007 Membership Meeting Six outstanding nominees were presented as candidates for the board. Elected were Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Beverly Cordier, Ron Krueger and Marlys Roberts.The proceeds of $2,113.00 realized from the Charity auction were awarded to the Hillyard Kiwanis Club. Accepting on their behalf was Myrna Davis, who described the various activities in which the club was engaged.A show of hands indicated a clear preference for a single session at the annual Christmas Party. Keri Malone, Sunday, November 11, 2007, ll:30 a.m. Quality Inn, Spokane WA The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members attending were Norma, JoAnn Brown, Massimo Gallotti, Myrla Walty, Jerry Hensley, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Kathy O’Malley, Bob Gellner, Fred Gilbert, and Keri Malone. Members absent were Eloise Whitehead and Doris Anderson. Announcements Approval of Minutes The October minutes were approved as written. Additions to the Agenda Unit game director for 2008 Treasurer’s Report Max stated that our budget will close the year with a loss of between $700 and $1,000. New Business At the membership meeting in December, election of Board Members will be held. A hand vote will be taken regarding the choice of having one or two sessions of bridge at the Christmas Party. A hand vote on the summer starting times of the Unit games will also be taken. President Norma Hols expressed the need to have an extra meeting with the newly elected Board for the purpose of electing officers unofficially and having the outgoing Board meet with the new Board. The date of December l5, at 11:00 a.m. before the Saturday game was decided on for this meeting. Max stated the need to cut the budget for next year. Possibilities are increasing the price for the Christmas Party and raising fees for the sectionals. It was MSP to raise the fees for the sectionals from $7.50 to $8.00 for each session beginning with the June sectional. Max will prepare a 2008 draft of the budget to be approved by the 2008 Board. Old Business It was MSP to incorporate Mryla’s proposal in the Policy and Procedures section under the Treasurer’s section involving reimbursement guidelines. Following is the approved proposal: Invoices for reimbursement should be submitted to the Treasurer 30 days after the expense was paid if the amount totals $50.00 or more. Smaller amounts may be accumulated if the person wishes. If you have known expenses of $50.00 or more, but are unable to submit receipts by the 20th of December, an itemized listing should be submitted to the Treasurer. The Hotel has raised the fee for the double session Unit games held in the two downstairs rooms. The old rate was $185.00 and has been increased to $265.00. Jerry Hensley and Norma Hols will talk to the management to see about the possibility of getting the price lowered. Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, December 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Quality Inn) ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members attending were Norma, JoAnn Brown, Massimo Gallotti, Myrla Walty, Jerry Hensley, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Kathy O’Malley, Eloise Whitehead, Bob Gellner, and Keri Malone. Members absent were Fred Gilbert and Doris Anderson. Also attending were Brenda Simpson and Kris Motoyoshi. Approval of Minutes The October minutes were approved as presented. Addition to the Agenda District 19 request concerning NAP (see below). Treasurer’s Report Holiday Party Kris Motoyoshi reported on the District 19 Board Meeting. The Mamula Report follows these minutes. New Business It was MSP that we follow the suggestion of the District Board not to have a Unit NAP qualifying game. By qualifying in the club NAP game, you may play in the District game. There is a need to find another site for two-session Unit games due to the Quality Inn’s price increase. Myrla Walty discussed the need to have guidelines for reimbursements in turning in expenses to the Treasurer. It was suggested that Mryla submit a formal proposal regarding this issue Old Business Meeting Adjourned, Respectfully submitted, Keri Malone, Secretary (Next Board meeting, November 11, 11:30 a.m., Quality Inn, Spokane WA) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Mamula Report *2008 ACBL President, Dan Morse of Houston TX; *Tom Hansen District 19 President for 2008; Dudley Brown for District Secretary 2008. *Regional Chairs: April 2010, Marcia Brineman; Tony Ferguson Penticton 2008; Alan Ferguson Nanaimo 2008. *New D19 director for Alaska, Vancouver Island and Vancouver BC. ACBL board authorized management to develop a plan to ban all non-medical electronic devises from the playing rooms and nearby areas at Nationals, Electric communication of hand information is growing, scandals in the chess community, effort to head off potential cheating problems. Significant logistical requirements—overwhelming majority of the board felt this was necessary. Plans will be presented San Francisco prior to implementation. New and stricter eligibility rules for GNT and NAP for 2008 District Finals for GNT are in Everett on April 5 and 6 New NAOP rules will require a Unit Final for ALL Units or NO files for ALL Units. Recommended that Club Qualifiers go directly to District Finals and commensurate with what other Districts are doing. New IRS rules for Non Profit Corporations, highly recommended to comply with new rules. Failure to file for 3 years may cause dissolving corporation or loss of non-profit status. Status of contract for Website and Gazette w/Jude Goodwin---Spokane information for Winter Sectional did not appear Hard copies of materials for volunteers will still be available from ACBL instead of just having the information available on the web CLUB LEVEL: Movement to restrict special games and MP awards at club level was defeated Revision to Masterpoint Play changing the way awards are calculated for pair and knockout events. Decay in overall awards in pair games will lessen so that overall awards will increase for 5th place and below. Knockout events will be based on STRENGTH OF FIELD (awards will be based on the PM holding of the players within brackets. Fairer approach. New plan, brackets w/similarly MP holdings will receive the same award regardless of overall size of the event. This will help bring awards for smaller KO events at smaller regionals. D19 increased the hospitality funding for all regionals. Up to $800 will be spent for a party to honor Barbara Nist’s 9 years as District Director and will be Held in Everett 2007 Regional. Regionals: Victoria LOSS $15,630; Penticton Gain $30,864; Kennewick GAIN [no amount specified] April 2008, 400th anniversary of founding of the city of Quebec Regional Consideration to sever relationship with World Bridge Federation---mostly to do with the administration of funds back and forth. ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members attending were Norma, JoAnn Brown, Massimo Gallotti, Myrla Walty, Jerry Hensley, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Kathy O’Malley, Bob Gellner, Fred Gilbert, Doris Anderson and Keri Malone. Member absent was Eloise Whitehead. Also attending was Brenda Simpson and Donna Dechenne. Announcements Approval of Minutes Additions to the Agenda I/N Report from Brenda It was MSP to have Brenda Simpson direct the Wednesday night nation wide Instant Gold Games on September 19, 2007. Brenda will coordinate with Kris Motoyoshi in this endeavor. Treasurer’s Report New Business Doris Anderson stated that Labor Day Sectional attendance was down by a total of 18 tables. Having an assistant director for the I/N section of the tournament was beneficial and appreciated by these players. Jerry Hensley stated that the new Directory will consist of names and phone numbers only. For this year there will be no email addresses listed. JoAnn Brown agreed to form a committee including Doris Anderson, and Bob Gellner to review the Caddy Policy. She will report her recommendations at the next Board meeting. It was MSP that Sybil Broughton-Lucks be given $100 to do what she feels would be best for the Charity Game to be held on October 21, 2007. It was discussed that somebody on the Board needs to read the “Grand Slammer” before it is published to avoid information errors. Max brought up the possibility of having a Mentor/Unit game in addition to the regular Unit games now that we will be receiving 24 sanction games starting in 2008, instead of the current 16 sanctioned games. Old Business On page 2 of the Policies and Procedures , “September” needs to be crossed off and that elections will be held at the annual meeting. Informal Minutes for Unit 448 August 5, 2007 Because of lack of quorum for the board members the unit could not conduct a formal meeting, Unit board members present were Bob Gellner, Myrla Walty, Doris Anderson, Norma Hols, JoAnn Brown, Max Gallotti. Ginny Davis, Dave Rottmayer, Dick Yager and Brenda Simpson also attended. 1) The unit teachers are advertising for students and ACBL will pay for 75% of the cost. 2) Dave Rottmeyer explained the misinformation to ACBL for the Swiss Oriented unit’s game. The information was sent to ACBL in the wrong format. Dave will also be responsible in the future for getting the unit game information to ACBL and onto the Unit 448 website. 3) A new caddy chairman is needed with some of the caddies coming from the students at the teacher’s bridge classes. Next meeting the discussion will continue. [The August informal minutes were approved with the following corrections: getting a new caddy master was not discussed – only putting a caddy policy in the Policy and Procedures.] 4) Income from the June sectional was $683 while last year it was $548, and the year before $1037. 5) A schedule from Lynn Hayes and Dave Corn was submitted for 2008 unit games 6) Max suggested a special mentor unit game be used next year; it was recommended that a couple special games be scheduled for next year in addition to the regular unit games. Max will research the idea. 7) A sign to recruit possible new board members will be displayed in the Quality Inn bridge room. Bob Gellner will make the sign. 8) Brenda Simpson reported that Kris Motoyoshi is the new president of the ACBL teachers and Brenda is the ACBL recorder. Brenda also reported that the Unit teachers yearly funding would be used to run a yellow page add to recruit students and also be used to pay for a booth at the senior wellness form. [The August informal minutes were approved with the following corrections: Brenda is the ABTA Recording Secretary, not the ACBL Recorder.] Submitted to Recorder Keri Malone on August 9, 2007, by board member Bob Gellner. ****************************************************************** Approval of Minutes Additions to the Agenda Subsidizing the needy players Steps we need to take in order to release email addresses. Treasurer’s report New Business It was MSP to change the date of the Membership Meeting in the Unit Policies and Procedures from September to December starting in 2007. The Board recommends that the new board and the old board meet after the membership meeting and before the January Unit Meeting. The Board is going to research the possibility of sending material by email which would adhere to the By-Laws which state that notice of membership meetings must be mailed at least ten days in advance. Since the deadline for the next Grand Slammer is June 15th, it will have to be mailed this time. The email issue will be further addressed in August. It was suggested that we eliminate the 5 o’clock summer games in order to make it more desirable for out- of -towners to participate. A survey at the membership meeting will be taken, and opinions solicited in the Grand Slammer. It was MSP that the person responsible for storing and delivering the tables and supplies for the Unit and Sectional games be reimbursed according to the official IRS mileage rate. Dick Yager, a certified tournament director, is willing to help direct the novice section at the June regional if there are enough tables to warrant additional help. It was MSP to hire Dick Yager as Director for this group, if needed and to try this for one tournament. A lunch will be available for $5.00 at the June sectional on Sunday between the first and second Swiss Team Games. Old Business After considerable discussion regarding costs and listing requirements of the various advertising options, it was MSP that we not advertise in the Yellow Pages this year. Brenda Simpson will have a display of Bridge books out in the hall for the players. Norma will talk with Brenda Simpson regarding the Senior Wellness Forum Booth. Norma shared the CPR Training Schedule that may be taken at any fire station. See Norma for locations and times. Meeting adjourned ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order by President Norma Hols. Board members present were Norma, Doris Anderson, Fred Gilbert, Jerry Hensley, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Massimo Gallotti, Myrla Walty, JoAnn Brown, Keri Malone and Bob Gellner. Members absent were Eloise Whitehead and Kathy O’Malley. Also attending were Donna Dechenne and Brenda Simpson. Announcements Sybil Broughton-Lucks is in charge of the Charity Game in October. Max Gallotti will be the I/N representative and will be working with Brenda Simpson, the Educational Liaison. Kris Motoyoshi, our District 19 representative, stated that the price for the 2010 regional at the Mirabeau Hotel would be acceptable to the District Board. Doris Anderson is chairman of the 2010 regional. [The May minutes were approved with the following correction: Kris Motoyoshi stated that the price for the 2010 regional at the Mirabeau Hotel SHOULD be accepted by District 19.] The extra Board meeting scheduled for May 11, at Norma’s house was canceled due to lack of interest of club owners and directors. Approval of Minutes The April minutes were approved with the following corrections: The purchased Certificate of Deposit is for NINE months, not six months. In the discussion regarding the Yellow Book, a vote was taken with 4 yes votes and 4 no votes. (“The matter has been tabled” needs to be crossed out) Additions to the Agenda Myrla gave the Treasurer’s report - $171.00 in the checking account and $3,136.00 in the savings account - in addition a Certificate of Deposit for $5,000.00. Max explained his year to date report and gave a copy to each board member. Myrla stated that Form 990 is not required for 2006 and added it would be helpful for a new treasurer to have a list of items that need to be taken care of by the treasurer. New Business Someone is needed to take over as Tournament Chair for the sectionals and the Christmas Party. Doris Anderson has the dates set for 2008. Dates for 2009 would have to be set by the new Tournament Chair. In August a flyer needs to be made for the 2008 sectional as ACBL needs to be notified. It was MSP that we raise all Unit games $1.00. The fee will be $6.00 per person a session. The increase will be in effect starting next month. At Sybil’s request, input was given regarding charities to explore for the Charity game. The Board decided on the Kiwanis Youth Program. Old Business The Yellow Book investigation regarding various possibilities of how to best get information to players regarding our bridge information has been tabled after a considerable amount of discussion. This matter will again be addressed after further investigation. It was MSP that we not have the August Unit game in Coeur D’Alene because of conflicting events. It will be at the Quality Inn. Respectfully Submitted, ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members present were Norma, Myrla Walty, JoAnn Brown, Doris Anderson, Bob Gellner, Kathy O’Malley Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Jerry Hensley, Eloise Whitehead, and Fred Gilbert. Members absent were Keri Malone, and Massimo Gallotti. Also attending were Kris Motoyoshi, Brenda Simpson, David Rottmayer, Bill Rottmayer, Ginny Davis and Dick Yager. The March minutes were approved as written with the following correction: The Quality Inn has stated that they will give the club owners a contract beginning June 1, 2007 for one year. The rate will be increased from $2.00 to $2.50 per PLAYER, not per table. Myrla gave the Treasurer’s report - $369.16 in the checking account and $3,136.00 in the savings account. A Certificate of Deposit was purchased from Washington Trust Bank in the amount of $5,000.00 for six months at an interest rate of 5.4%. Kris gave a report of District 19 meeting in Victoria. Roger Putnam, District 19 Tournament Coordinator will apply for the 2010 Spokane Regional sanction. The 2007 regional scheduled for Wenatchee was changed to Kennewick. The Hospitality funds for regionals in District 19 was raised to $3.50 per table. A discussion was held on Certificates of Deposit purchased in Canada compared with those purchased in the United States. Fred Gilbert reported on CPR Certification. This certification is available at fire stations with a $5.00 fee for the certificate. Another site charges $30.00 for the class. Several board members expressed an interest. Norma is to further check on classes in the City. A letter has been received from ACBL concerning a goodwill member nomination for the year, 2008. Names may be submitted to Norma Hols before Oct 1, 2007. There was discussion regarding a special meeting to include board members, directors and owners to review leasing a site for games. A meeting will be held at Norma’s house on May 11, 2007 after the bridge game to discuss options. A discussion was held on placing an add in the Yellow Book or using other alternatives such as internet, answering machines or websites. What would the benefits be compared to the costs. It was MS to try this for one year. A vote was taken with 4 yes votes and 4 no votes. The matter has been tabled. At this time there is no I/N coordinator. Respectfully submitted, ****************************************************************** ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members present were Norma, Fred Gilbert, Kathy O’Malley, Jerry Hensley, Bob Gellner, Doris Anderson, Massimo Gallotti , JoAnn Brown, Keri Malone and Myrla Walty. Members absent were Eloise Whitehead and Sybil Broughton-Lucks. Also attending were Ginny Davis, Dick Yager, Mike Coopersmith, Bill Rottmayer, and Donna Dechenne. The February minutes were approved as written. Additions to the agenda were– obtaining an assistant tournament director; establishing a phone line for the unit; conducting a seminar for students by the teachers at the June sectional before one of the games. Myrla gave the Treasurer’s report - $1,206.35 in the checking account and $8,136.60 in the savings account. An I/N coordinator is needed as Cindy Chase has resigned as chairman. Two board members will be looking at the Handbook for the I/N coordinators to become familiar with the duties involved. They will then decide if they wish to work together on this project. Bill Rottmayer presented a proposal for the unit to lease a site for clubs.. This involves three main possibilities. l. Rent to current owners; 2. The board could decide who to rent to or appoint a person/committee to decide; 3. The unit would give preference to the current club owners in deciding who to rent to, but would set a flat rental rate. (If anyone would like to read this proposal in full, please notify one of the Board members for a copy) No decisions were made at this time as input is needed from club owners and directors. It was MSP that Norma establish a day for a retreat with club owners, directors and board members coming together to brainstorm possibilities. The Quality Inn has stated that they will give the club owners a contract beginning June 1, 2007 for one year. The rate will be increased from $2.00 to $2.50 per table.[correction: per person, not per table] Several players from Coeur D’Alene have expressed the possibility of our having a unit game and lunch at Beverly’s in the Resort at Coeur d’Alene. It was agreed that we could do this and perhaps August 5, 2007 might be a possibility if a facility would be available. There was a discussion about making available a CPR training program for any interested Board member. More information needs to be obtained regarding the cost, time involved and facilities offering the training for certification. Fred will research this. A Certificate of Deposit in the amount of $5,000 will be purchased. No decision was made regarding an assistant tournament director at this time as Bob Gellner said he had been in touch with Steve Bates, Chief Tournament Director for District 19. We will wait to see what Steve recommends. The Board recommends that the mentors pay their own fees since they are receiving master points. TheBoard put a $200.00 limit for paying the mentor Hotel Fee. It was the consensus of the board not to purchase a Defibrillator at this time. The Tournament chairman made the decision to have a win/loss team game at the June sectional. The Board decided that we did not want any seminar or lessons at the June tournament that would involve payment from the attendees. Due to lack of time there were additions to the agenda that were unable to be addressed. Respectfully submitted, ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members attending were Norma , Doris Anderson, Sybil Broughton- Lucks, JoAnn Brown, Massimo Gallotti, Fred Gilbert, Eloise Whitehead, Keri Malone, and Jerry Hensley. Members absent were Kathy O’Malley, Bob Gellner, and Myrla Walty. Also present were Unit members Barbara Ann Bonner and Donna Dechenne. The January minutes were approved with the following corrections: Member absent should read “Kathy O’Malley“, not “Marty O’Malley”. Beth Lester will be the new Unit Partnership Chair for the 0 - 300 games. The Educational Budget in the amount of $1,880.00 was tentatively accepted. Peter Bartels conducted an audit of Unit 448 Financial Records for 2006 and submitted a written report that the books were in order with no discrepancies. In June of 2006, the National Board of Directors decided that Units will no longer be involved in disciplinary matters at the club level. Lynn Hayes will chair a committee to pick the dates of the Unit games next year and will also review the dates that Doris Anderson has proposed for the Sectionals in 2008. Max Gallotti gave the treasurer’s report - $l,626.20 in the checking account and $8,136.09 in the savings account. The board decided it was necessary to balance the 2007 unit budget and not run a deficit. In order to do this the tentative budget was passed with the following changes: The $2.00 hotel fee in the special mentor club games will be included in the Educational Budget Discretionary Expenses. The Christmas Party expenses will be reduced from $2,550.00 to $2,050.00 for a saving of $500.00. The individual teachers’ advertising in the Education Budget will be reduced from $500.00 to $250.00 for a saving of $250.00. Anyone desiring a full report of the budget can contact a Board member for a copy. It was MSP that there would be no more Saturday Unit Games as long as Kay Fergie is running her Saturday game. The suggestion we purchase a computer for the Unit has been tabled. Many thanks to Max Gallotti for giving a wireless adapter to be used on the club computers. All concerns obtained from the Suggestion Box will be addressed. Sybil Broughton-Lucks has volunteered to be in charge of reviewing each suggestion and bringing matters to the Board for discussion if necessary. There was discussion regarding the purchase of a Defibrillator for the Unit. It was suggested that consideration might be given to having a fundraiser to aid in this purchase. Further investigation needs to be addressed concerning liabilities and/or responsibilities. Fred Gilbert and Max Gallotti will contact selected people and agencies to aid the Board in making decisions. No date has been set at this time for the Rising Star Game. A volunteer needs to come forward to be in charge of the tournament. Doris Anderson asked the Board for input in whether to use win/loss or victory points at the sectional games. It was suggested that the players should be involved in this decision. As a result Norma Hols is going to address this issue in the Grand Slammer. Any interested player could put his or her opinion in the suggestion box. The Board would like to acknowledge and express appreciation to Kris Motoyoshi and Jon Brandon for their quick response in coming to the aid of Jerry Hensley. Matt Koltnow, our Tournament Director, said he will need director help if we continue to have three sections, including an I/N section, in our sectionals. The Board is going to explore the possibility of a local director taking the test to become a tournament director to assist the sectional director. This would save money over the district bringing in a second director. Due to lack of time, the telephone listing information Kris Motoyoshi submitted to the board for review will be addressed at the March l8, 2007 Board Meeting. Respectfully submitted, ****************************************************************** The meeting was called to order at 11:30 a.m. by President Norma Hols. Board members attending were Norma, Jerry Hensley, JoAnn Brown, Fred Gilbert, Eloise Whitehead, Sybil Broughton-Lucks, Myrla Walty, Massimo Gallotti, and Keri Malone. Members absent were Doris Anderson, Bob Gellner and Kathy O’Malley. Also attending were Brenda Simpson, Education Liaison, Kris Motoyoshi, Margaret Bartline and Marsha Brineman. Additions to the agenda are - considering buying a computer, subsidizing mentors and having a Unit game in Coeur D’Alene Myrla gave the Treasurer’s report - $122.00 in the checking account and $8435 .00 in the savings account. An announcement was made that Margaret Bartline has turned over her games to Ginny Davis who will be the owner and manager. Dick Yager will be the director. The games will continue to be referred to as “Maggie’s Games”. An editor is still needed for the Grand Slammer. The results of the Christmas Party Questionnaire were discussed and it was MSP to conduct the Annual Membership Meeting along with the December Christmas party. There was discussion about continuing with the separate 0 – 300 game on Saturday or combining them with a Saturday open game. Nothing was decided on this matter at this time. It was agreed to ask Kay Fergie to come to the next board meeting to discuss the Saturday games with the Board. Kris Motoyoshi stated that Beth Lester will be the new Partnership Chair for the 0 – 300 Unit games. Brenda Simpson presented the Educational Budget in detail. It was tentatively accepted, but needs to be formally included in the overall budget. Due to lack of time, the budget as a whole will be discussed at the next Board Meeting. Kris Motoyoshi made a presentation for a Unit 448 listing in either the Yellow Book or the Dex. The Yellow Book ad to include ACBL Logo w/Unit affiliation would come to a total of $450.00. for one year. The Dex ad would run $130/mo to be listed in the Business Sections of the book. ACBL would subsidize much of this cost. The Board decided not to go with the Yellow Book at this time. Before the June Dex deadline, Kris will report on the cost of advertising in the Dex Phone Book. It was MSP for the Unit to subsidize the $2.00 hotel fee for mentors playing with novices in the special mentor club games. Due to lack of time there were additions to the agenda that were unable to be addressed. Respectfully submitted, |