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| WCKC MEMBERSHIP MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 2011 MEMBERSHIP MEETING 7:35 pm Mary called the membership meeting to order. Minutes were published in newsletter and stand as published. No objections. President—No Report. Recording Secretary—Shannon sent a preliminary list by email. Technically, members have until March 1st to renew. After that date, a final list will be composed and e-mailed. Hard copies will also be available at the March meeting for anyone that would like one. Also, AKC sent a letter asking for an updated list of officers. Shannon faxed that information to them in January. Treasurer—Jim passed out his reports. We are off to a tremendous start. We were able to get advertising for our puppy classes and the puppy match very cheap through the Western Star based on our membership with the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce. We made a significant profit last year, almost $8,000. We have been in search of a cart to hull mats for training, matches, etc. Jim was able to locate a perfect cart on Craig’s List for $50 and purchased it. Jeremy will work on locking it up. Corresponding Secretary—Mary explained that the person voted to fill this position at the December meeting resigned her membership with the club, leaving this position vacant. According to the by- laws the board of directors selected a new person to fill this position. The board chose Robin Heizer to fill that vacancy. She accepted. If you have anything that is informational or interesting that you would like to have published in the newsletter, please forward it to Robin for inclusion in the newsletter. Also send it to Denice for the website. This includes things like training issues, pictures, dog related kid things, etc. We would like our site to be informational for the public. Jim thanked Denice for the website. It looks terrific. 1st Vice President—Programs—Jaime was unable to attend. Mary said we have some ideas for a few really nice programs and we are looking forward to this year’s programs. 2nd Vice President—Training—Suzy said things are going very well. Training begins this Wednesday, February 23rd. We could use some help with the first class and also with some backup instructors/assistants. It would be nice to have assistants so if a teacher has to miss a class, there will be someone already familiar that can fill in. Jaime has the paperwork for registration. Registration begins at 6:00 pm. There has been good response so far so it looks like this may be a profitable session. There are flyers if anyone would like to take some to disperse throughout the community. Also there are downloadable forms on the website. Lucinda Craig, veterinarian in Morrow will be teaching our puppy class. Her specialty is behavior and she is a positive person. Suzy has a great deal of respect for her and believes she will be a tremendous teacher for the puppies. This week, Suzy will get the mats from the trailer to the building utilizing our new cart. Puppy Match—Kim Schaffter—We have our approvals from both AKC and the Lebanon Armory. We need volunteers for the day. We will have the building from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Registration begins at 9:00 am so we will only have two hours to get things set up. We have a photographer for the day on site and she is going to be doing the photos with the Easter Bunny, as well. The flyer for the match is gorgeous. The flyers are available for club members to disperse around the area. The flyer and registration forms are also available on the website. Kim brought the bunny suit and showed it off. It is very cute. Jim motioned that we reimburse Kim for the purchase of the bunny suit. The cost is $99, total. The photographer for the match has agreed to donate $125 so it is actually more than covered. Tina seconded. All approved. We may also take the suit for pictures at other places such as the day of our last training class. We have discussed concessions for that day. The original idea was contact local VFWs, Elks, etc., however, that did not pan out. We have a club member that may be interested. Kim will discuss this with her first and then a final decision can be made. Show Committee—Dianne Lange—We had a problem with our slate of judges. One judge was supposed to judge 3 groups, however, he will not be able to do this, per AKC. Also, another judge may have health issues that will keep her from judging. We are scrambling to find judges to replace these positions. Stewards are being worked on by Denice. Kim is still working on trophies. She brought samples of the towels for best of breed prizes. Also, Danny and Suzann purchased cooling neck bands for all of the judges and for club members. They are very nice. Groups are cash and rosettes. BIS gets the silver bowl replica of the Don Carter Memorial trophy and a cash prize. We still have some time for premium corrections if someone wants to sponsor a trophy. There are a few that are still not sponsored. Robin is in need of raffle items. She will be getting donations from businesses and if members would like to make baskets or give money to make them, that is always helpful. Hospitality—We need help in this area. Let Dianne know if you can help. This is a big job and we can use lots of people. Judges Transportation and Judges Bags—We need enough of each item for 20 bags. If anyone wants to donate, that will save the club money. Items such as candies, puzzle books, fruits, really anything that seems nice. Signs are also being made for the vehicles that will be transporting the judges. Meet the Breed—We need someone to coordinate. Dick Lundy was nominated. He agreed to talk with Dianne about the needs for this event. We will have a committee meeting if we need to, but it looks like things are going along well so we may not need one. Webmaster—Denice says she’s building a page for brags. She’d like to add pictures of those who have great pictures of their dogs doing anything, agility, show wins, or just being dogs. She believes this can be a draw to people who are looking to join our club or attend our classes. Readings—Second reading and vote for Krista Basta. We welcome our new member to the club. Her contact information is Krista Basta, 7968 Acorn Trail, Maineville, OH 45039, 513-947-6807. We also had a first reading for Jim and Laura Hobart. NEW BUSINESS Any unfinished business from the previous year would be viewed now as new business and need to be reintroduced. There was nothing outstanding. Our next meeting, currently scheduled for March 17th is during the Louisville show which many of our members will be attending. Tina motioned to move the meeting to the following week, Thursday, March 24th so more members can attend. Denice seconded . All approved. The Cincinnati Kennel Club is looking for a name for our cluster show. There has been suggestions such as the flying pig cluster. Denice offered queen city cluster. If you have any ideas, e-mail Mary so she can forward them on to Patty Haines. Jim introduced the idea of running a one time add in the Western Star to advertise our puppy match. So far we have only spent $25 on advertising for the year. Jim motioned to approve a budget of $100 for advertising in the Western Star. Jeremy seconded. We are also targeting the public for the Easter Bunny photos. The purpose of the advertising would be to draw the community for spectators, Easter Bunny pictures, and also some entries for the match. All approved. Dianne had a flyer from the Colega Dog Training Club offering private lessons and regular lessons for training with a special instructor. Information will be on the website and in the newsletter. They are also having a “show and go”. E-mail Dianne if you’d like more information about either event. Introduction of Guests Naomi Beck—Jim introduced his friend, Naomi as a very talented in graphic designer and she loves her Pomeranians. Cynthia Johnson—She is a professional pet sitter. Her business is Copycat and Dogcare. Bobbi is one of her clients and she is interested in the training we provide and would like to be able to direct her clients to us. Jim and Laura Hobart—He judged for us at the fairgrounds a few years ago. They are interested in joining our club. Scott and Nadine Kerr—They have Irish Wolfhounds and would like to check out our club and see about participating. BRAGS Tina Allen—Stuart-Ch Stuart’s Heat of Linea earned his UKC Ch an altered and took Best in Show 3 out of 4 days. Izzy-Linea’s Dancing the Blue’s Away has earned her UKC CH with three groups 1 placings and is one win away from her Grand CH. She earned points that placed her 3rd ranking in English Cockers for 2010. James Prickett—Maci-Maci had 2 puppies on January 15th. They’ll be 5 weeks Saturday and their little porkers. Bobbie Gratz—Jack-Stonewicks Jumpin’ Jack Flash last month Jack won his IABCA National Puppy Title. Melissa Koch—Xena-Queen City Agility Club’s CPE trial. Xena earned her CPE-C-atch title. 120 Q’s to earn this title. Shannon Shearer—Husband, Jeremy, got a promotion at work. He will join the executive staff of Lebanon Correctional as the Labor Relations Officer. 8:38 pm Jim motioned to adjourn. Suzy seconded. All approved. Meeting adjourned. |
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| WCKC Board Meeting Minutes Feb 3, 2011 7:37 pm meeting called to order by President, Mary Wuest. Puppy Match-Kim Schaeffter, Chairman. Our applications are in to AKC and the armory. We are waiting on confirm from both of them, but do not anticipate any problems. The website is up and looks good. All of the information, including flyers and pre-registration forms are available online. Kim would like to have Minuteman Press make 100 color copies of the flyer and Jim will have 200 black/white copies of the registration form made and then we can disperse them. We are looking at ribbons. The best price so far looks like $2.45 per 5 pack. We still need best in show and new champion ribbons. We need to check the trailer for any we may still have. We’ re waiting for warm day for that, but Mary will take care of it. We have nice totes for best adult and best puppy and an embroidered lead for each. There will be a roset and embroidered lead for best junior as well. Judges are covered, but we still need four stewards. This would be a good opportunity for someone to learn. There was much discussion about food for those attending and working the show. It was decided that Jeremy will get contact information to Kim for Lebanon’s VFW and Eagles groups. They have food booths at various things like Applefest and so may be able to do this as well. We'll also have to see what the armory will allow us to use. We need to email the flyer to area clubs and we will also take hard copies to places such as vet offices and area training clubs. Training classes-Suzy Lundy, 2nd Vice President (Training). Classes begin February 23rd. Registration is from 6:00-7:00 pm. Puppy and begining obedience classes begin at 7:00pm and advanced obedience and confirmation are at 8:00 pm. We have already had several people interested. Fees will again be $65 for non-member, $15 for members and 4H participants and $40 for the puppy class. Suzy talked with the fairgrounds and everything is set. Suzy will be the contact person with Terry at the fairgrounds. They have agreed to work with us and make things as easy as possible for all, ie. the mats, etc. We need to order a cart that will hold and transport the mats easily. Looks like it will cost about $400-$500 for a good one. Since it is a large cost, it may need to be brought before the entire club. Mary will check into the specifics and if necessary, it will be brought up for a vote at the next membership meeting. Suzy needs help with advertising and a contact person for phone calls. Denice has agreed to be the contact person and Jim will help out with registration and taking the money the night of registration. Jaime told Jim she beleives all materials are set and we don't need anything. Mary will work on advertising in the local newspapers. Mary will also create a flyer for the class and Jim will have 100 copies run for the next meeting. Kim will disperse them as she is dispersing the match flyers. Easter Bunny costume-We can rent a costume for $90 plus shipping or we can buy it for $99. We would like to use it several times and with those costs, it only makes sense to buy it. Robin Heizer has agreed to be the Easter Bunny. We are looking to take pictures at the puppy match, at the Warren County Humane Society, and at the last training class April 13th. Jim motioned to approve the purchase of the costume, Jeremy seconded. All approved. Corresponding Secretary-Replacing this position. Connie Blanken resigned her position as Corresponding Secretary, leaving the position vacant. According to the by-laws, any position left vacant during the course of the year shall be filled by a vote of the current board members. It was suggested that Robin Heizer be approached about filling this position. Jim made a motion that the president contact Robin about this possilibity. Suzy seconded. All approved. Jim is impressed with the website. It looks wonderful!!!! All of the pertinent information is available on it and it was put together very quickly. Thank you, Denice. Mary wanted to let everyone know that the Cincinnati Kennel Club wants to know if we have any suggestions for a cluster name for our shows. She will also bring this up at the membership meeting. Jeremy motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 pm. Suzy seconded. Meeting adjourned. |