SCGSF BOARD MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 6, 2024 – VIA ZOOM
The meeting was called to order by president, Maryann Lillemo at 1912.
Members in attendance included:
Maryann Lillemo
Cindy Taylor
Erika Chang
Bibiana Ormandy
Donna Nolten
Pam Bechtold
Lesley Brabyn
A motion to record the meeting was made by Donna Nolten and seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Reports:
President: See Specialty
Recording Secretary:
No report.
Treasurer:
Bibiana reported the beginning account balance was $12917.72. There are expenses of $854.57 and income of $1,282.97. This resulted in an ending balance of $13,346.12 as of 7/31/24. $1090 of income was trophy donations. $2562.80 remains in rescue.
Corresponding Secretary:
Communication was received from Sweepstakes judge Jennifer Fox stating she will be unable to judge Sweepstakes at the Specialty. Multiple attempts to communicate with Ute Ach have been unsuccessful. Mary Ann will continue attempts. If there is no response, 2025 and 2026 sweepstakes judges will be offered the changed assignment followed by others on the nominated list. Mary Ann and Cindy will lead this effort.
Committee Reports:
Specialty:
Cindy reported an outline of weekend activities has been finalized for inclusion in the Premium List. A striking emblem showing a saluki standing in a vineyard, designed by Erika and Aaron Chang will be used.
Mary Ann reported the premium list draft has been sent to Lorraine. It was moved by Lesley , seconded, and unanimously approved the premium list will include a dedication to Margaret Smith. A tribute to Margaret will also be included in the show catalog.
Trophy solicitations are ongoing.
Judge travel plans are firming up.
Mary Ann will be recruiting members to help with positions not yet filled.
Match:
No report.
Lure Coursing:
Lesley forwarded the premium list for upcoming trials to Cindy that has been distributed to membership.
Obedience:
Mary Ann has confirmed the judge for October. Novice A & B plus beginning novice will be offered
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Procedure Manual is finished. Copies have been sent to the Board for Review.
A private webpage on the website for members will be developed after the Specialty.
NEW BUSINESS:
Supplies:
Mary Ann has purchased lights and extension cords on behalf of the club.
The need for tablecloths was discussed. There was agreement on black, skirted, polyester tablecloths. Lesley, Cindy, and Mary Ann will pursue options for obtaining them.
A fall theme will be used for the Friday night event. Mary Ann will purchase plastic tablecloths.
Gift for Brenda:
There was discussion of an appropriate gift of appreciation for Brenda Johansson, our previous treasurer and workhorse Board member. It was decided that travel wine tumblers with the Specialty logo, a bottle of wine, and tote would be appropriate. Pam will supply wine and, possibly, a tote. The gift will be presented at the specialty.
ASSIGNMENTS:
Board members are to review the membership application and send input to Mary Ann.
Board members are to review the Policy/Procedure manual.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Cindy Taylor and seconded that the meeting be adjourned with unanimous approval at 1945.