DMBC Board Meeting February 19, 2007

 

The meeting was called to order by President John Sterling at 5:00 P.M.

The following were present:

Robert Renuart

Doris Katz

Bruce Ohmann

Lee Elton

Al Land

Chet Masztak

Frank Fisher

Barbara King

John Sterling

June Byrne – Director

 

Our Meeting minutes are now being reviewed and then posted on our website.

 

Betty Bayard gave a report on EZ Bridge attendance.  There have been 9 ˝ to 10 ˝ tables and 41 new members have joined our club.  The Directors have truly enjoyed welcoming new players to the game of bridge and are very happy with the success of this venture.  The Monday game has been sanctioned at 0 to 20 points by ACBL.

 

Treasurer Bruce Ohmann stated that the Treasurer’s report will also now be posted monthly on our website.  Our net income from the sectional tournament was $5,379.00.  Our current assets are $60,143.00.

 

June Byrne submitted the following subjects for discussion:

 

1.                 Thursday morning workshop.  This is more of a lesson than a game.  The attendance is primarily by members of the Monday morning game.  It was decided that this could be discontinued at June’s discretion.  Susan Simpson is to be paid for her lessons.

2.                 Playing fees for STAC Games.  A motion was made and carried to continue the fees of $5.00 for members and $6.00 for non club members.

3.                 June will E-mail all Directors their assignments and tasks for the month.

4.                 Game Snacks.  All games have not been equal in snacks provided.  June was given permission to improve this situation and allow reasonable compensation to directors for purchases.  Any donations by members would be greatly appreciated.

5.                 Monthly birthday cakes are being provided and donated by Betty Sandifer and greatly appreciated by all our members.

6.                 Wednesday and Thursday afternoon lessons.  There was discussion on possibly canceling one of these, however no final decision was made.

7.                 A motion was made and seconded to give June free play status.

8.                 Help is still needed with data entry on the computer.  Information is being lost.  Chet Masztak has volunteered to help June.

9.                 Help is needed to provide last minute needs for partnerships.  June will look into having stand-bys again.  Any suggestions will be very much appreciated.

10.             Doris Katz and June are going to create a letter to go to area newcomers with a free play to our club.

11.             June and Pat Heading are working on possibly handicapping our Pro-Am games and other games as well.  She is considering implementing this on our Tuesday afternoon game.

12.             Our St. Patrick’s Day party will not necessarily be held on the 17th.  It was suggested that a Thursday would be a better day.  The primary purpose of the party is to recognize member achievements.

13.             A free lunch is to be provided on that day.

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Grounds Committee Report -  John Sterling stated that nothing has been done yet on roof repairs.  Don Beecher has repainted the back door. Betty Bayard has said that the walk around mike is still not working properly.  A new hot water heater has been installed.  Don Beecher, Al Land and John Sterling installed the new stove and microwave in the kitchen.  John proposed and it was agreed that our old microwave be donated to a charitable organization.  Our Calendar wall boards are coming apart from the wall due to handling.  It was suggested that they could be supported by shelves.  Our vacuum cleaner is in need or repair again and/or replacement.  Al Land stated that Judy has requested the purchase of new pots and pans for the kitchen.  A motion was made and carried to authorize a purchase of up to $300.00 if necessary.

 

Old Business – President John will start working on the member telephone book.  Free plays are to be distributed with appreciation to volunteers who help in the kitchen and assist with caddy duty.  These free plays MUST be signed by a Director.

 

New Business – Max Bayard via E-mail stated our club was  at maximum table space for our winter sectional.  Past history of renting the Recreation Center next door and hiring a Director for it was not financially feasible.  So we will continue to do the best that we can.

 

Our January 2008 tournament will be the 10th through the 13th.  It was suggested that perhaps we could put our special events in the member directory.

 

Chet Masztak will help with ink cartridge refills.

 

Along with our minutes and financial statement on the website, Bob Renuart will do our monthly calendar.

 

Bob Renuart survey results were discussed.  A committee is to prepare a list of action items as a response.  A committee of June, Bob, Doris and John will review the survey and make recommendations at the next Board Meeting.

 

Our next meeting will be March 19, 2007.

 

The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 P.M.

 

Barbara King

Secretary

 

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