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The meeting was called to order at 6:30 by Lauren Brown in the absence of President Dorothy Moore due to a death in her family. Nancy, Peggy, Doris, and Melody were also present. Invitees present were the tournament chair Dee Berg and relocation chairs Jack Muzzio and his wife Othella.
The minutes from the Nov. meeting were approved as corrected by e-mail.
We will have a Souper Swiss Bowl Team Game Jan. 21 with lunch at 12:30 and game at 1. Doris will provide soup. Players are asked to bring sandwiches and snacks. In Feb. we plan to have a Valentine's Day party with a theme of "Be sweet to your partner." Doris will do flyers for both, and Nancy will see that one is posted at the Ft. Worth Studio for each event.
A coming event is Phase I of the move to Fielder Plaza. On Feb. 18 & 19 items not essential to playing bridge will be moved from Collins to Fielder. Volunteers should call Steve Hibbard who will be in charge.
The signing of the lease should be completed by the end of the week. It appears additional insurance coverage (about $150/month) is needed for the 3 months we will be working on getting the new facility ready. Lauren agreed to arrange for this and reported opening a bank account to care for the financing of the renovations--most of which will ultimately be reimbursed by the leasor (but not until work has been completed and approved). To finance work and materials in the interim an anonymous donor has volunteered to provide needed funding through this bank account in good faith that the leasor will provide reimbursment upon completion of the renovations. Also, the leasor has agreed for ADBC to not pay rent until 5-1-06. (Essentially, this means the leasor is providing another $5000 for the renovations and assuming the renovations are completed no sooner than end of Feb.)
Dee Berg is responsible for decorating decisions and accepting information on economical carpet. The contractor is hopeful of finding a good carpet deal that will save money. Also to save money once we're in the Fielder facility, Doris Doores and Penny Mixon have volunteered to be in charge of housekeeping and are looking for volunteers to help with weekly cleaning.
To publicize the new location and Grand Opening (which will be after the Spring Nationals so that all the details after the move can be accomplished, and ADBC players can fully participate in the Spring Nationals), Connie Booth will have flyers to distribute at both the Arlington Tournament and the Spring Nationals in Dallas. New pencils will be needed with the new address for the ADBC Tournament in Feb. Dee will compare prices and make this purchase.
Glen Terrell and Helen Nelson are working on the Grand Opening set for Apr. 22. Many details still need to be decided.
Melody will complete a 2005 "star club" application and mail before the end of the year.
The next mentoring program will start after the move so that members can devote their energies to insuring a successful move and ADBC tournament. To that end ADBC will not have games Feb.27 and 28. Members are encouraged to help in any way possible with accomplishing the relocation to Fielder Plaza.
The financial reports for Oct. and Nov. were presented by Nancy and approved. At the end of Nov. we had a net profit of $1065.47. These reports will be posted on the bulletin board.
Doris will chair the nominating committee for board members to be elected at the annual membership meeting in March. Nancy will give her a document that lists the requirements and qualifications.
The meeting adjourned at 7:35.
The meeting was called to order about 6:05 by Lauren (since Dorothy was absent due to surgery) with Bill, Doris and Melody present. Nancy arrived shortly.
MINUTES: The minutes were approved as corrected by e-mail.
CALENDAR: The calendar report is delayed because Peggy couldn't be at the meeting.
FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report is delayed until the next meeting because Nancy has been in Mexico.
PARTIES: There will be a LM party for Nelda Terry on 11-28-05. Doris will do posters and get a cake. Ron Segerlind's LM party will be 1-31-06. He will provide a meal; Doris will make flyers and get the cake. The Christmas party will be Sat., Dec. 10 as previously planned. Melody will bring paper for table covers. We would like to have a New Year's Eve party Sat. night (Dec. 31) with heavy snacks at 7:30 and game at 8 hoping to ring in the new year at midnight. Doris will contact Bob Hodges about his LM party.
CLUB OPERATIONS: Bill reports that he still has bills on the security system. He also needs to know details on leaving our current space to Colin's specifications.
CLUB MANAGER NEWSLETTER: The ACBL has approved having shuffle and deal STAC games the second week of Dec. to help clubs damaged by the hurricanes. The boarrd decided to leave it to each game and its director to decide their participation. Bill Gibson suggested determining if Bill White would be willing to act as the club manager to handle special games, game sanctions, and other correspondence with ACBL.. If he is, then we could ask the members to approve this change at the next general meeting.
TOURNAMENT: Dee wants someone to lobby area businesses for free meals as door prizes. Bill Gibson volunteered, and someone suggested Pat Duncan might like to help. The President of the Grapevine C of C suggests we have a silent auction to defray expenses. We will consider this as well as possibly being able to get the SW airline ticket for a raffle. We also need goodies for the registration gift (Nancy reminded us that Carol Stodghill'sboyfriend has a print shop and has given us good deals in the past) and will consider door prizes being chosen from the registrants; we also want participants e-mail address so that we can notify them of upcoming tournaments--not for sale or distribution. Prizes for section tops and overall awards were discussed and are still being studied. (Dee noted that Penny Mixon makes really cute bluebonnets from pinecones.) Trophies, gold coins, $2bills, silver heart-shaped frames--possibly with a picture of the winning pair were also mentioned. Bill G. volunteered to work on the prize and picture committee. We would like for Steve Shirey and Hugh Hillaker to speak before the evening games--possibly with a Q & A session on the hands of the preceding sessions. We want to honor Thelma Arrendale, a charter member of ADBC, by naming the Sat. afternoon session for her and bestowing a memorial plaque to one of her relatives, possibly Tim Malone.
I/N MENTORING: This was very successful, and Glen deserves cudos for his excellent planning and coordination. Because of the upcoming move, tournament, and spring national in Dallas as well as our annual club meeting all converging at the end of Feb. and into March, we will delay starting the next step of the mentoring program until after the move is completed.
RELOCATION COMMITTEE: The RC (which only met twice) wants to continue with subcommittees:
Renovation: Jim Brown, Jack Muzzio, Melody Gann (Melody to obtain input from directors)
Grand Opening: Glen Terrell, Helen Nelson
Repairing/Cleaning Collins Studio: Chuck Burke, Bill Gibson
Publicity/Marketing: Connie Booth, Peggy McCormick
Housekeeping: Doris Doores, Penny Mixon (They are interested in replacing the paid service with volunteers to help save money)
Moving: Steve Hibbard
Decorating: Dee Berg
Lauren will notify participants via e-mail of upcoming meetings.
Melody will write thank-yous for donations made to facilitate the move.
President Dorothy Moore called the meeting to order at 10:30 A.M. (With 149 members of ADBC, there were 52 present.) She read the rules for the meeting which were on a handout. Chuck Burke moved and Patricia Duncan seconded for the rules to be accepted. All approved. Then Dorothy turned it over to Chuck who gave a powerpoint presentation on the work, thoughts, and recommendations of the Relocation Committee. They also gave a handout that went with the presentation.
He stated that the armed robbery was a wake-up call that created additional expense for security and reduced participation. Then he stated that the current site is pretty well maxed out with nuisances created by parking and noise from the recording studio.
Consequently, the relocation committe has looked at 65 sites and assessed them for crime rate, access, growth potential, and cost. They also made arrangements with Colin Chang to end the current lease. They recommend #528 in Fielder Plaza because:
1. The crime rate is 60% lower than current site;
2. F.P. has security patrols til midnight with no additional cost to tenants;
3. F. P. is very well lit;
4. The new site is 1/3 larger and offers a quiet playing area;
5. They have negotiated a favorable deal with the landlord providing $20,400 to upgrade the facility to our needs.
With our current rent $1550, the first year at F. P. $2505 (avg. over 5 yr. lease is $2839), the committee calculates we can pay the increase the first year with a $1 increase in card fees. Thereafter, the increase in rent will be covered by an increase in growth.
The relocation committee listed these items to be decided and accomplished prior to the move:
1. Provide kitchen and expand restrooms;
2. Provide switches, outlets, and ceiling fans;
3. Install new carpet;
4. Build and refurbish walls;
5. Install suspended ceiling.
Chuck then stated the committee unanimously recommends the membership approve the relocation resolution. He asked for questions and comments (he acknowledged there's about a 2% slope in the floor, but the com. thought this wouldn't interfere with playing bridge) before turning the meeting over to Lauren Brown to call on those who had signed up to speak.
She first called on Melody Gann who presented a bar-graph chart comparing the detailed crime statistics of the two sites. These came from the Arlington Police website, and she counted the crimes in each shopping center between 9am and 12pm. The new site had more crime occurrences in all but one category (vehicle theft).
Then Peggy McCormick read a statement from Nancy Peterson (treasurer) urging financial conservatism and summarizing calculations she had made including projections for increased table count. These showed that the increased cost will be covered the first year, but thereafter our finances would be in the red based on current trends. She also distributed a handout prepared by Nancy showing the numbers behind her conclusions.
Finally, Caron Peck said people should vote their conscience and what they think will be best for the club.
Lauren then called on Chuck to continue. He thanked all for their interest stating their work is a result of love for the ADBC and desire to see it grow. He reiterated the comm. recommendations, read the relocation resolution, and had the ballots passed out to those who needed one. Jack Muzzio suggested that the ballots be counted by Bill White, Bill Gibson, and Carol McConnell (one from the members at large, one from the board, and one from the comm). All approved. After the ballots had been collected, Chuck moved, and Melody seconded that the meeting adjourn. All approved, and the meeting adjourned about noon.
When the ballots were counted the final tally showed overwhelming approval for the relocation proposal:
Of those present 39 voted yes, and 13 voted no;
From the absentee ballots 42 voted yes, and 13 voted no;
Thus the final tally was 81 for and 26 against.
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 with everyone present as well as Glen Terrell.
MINUTES: The minutes from the last meeting were approved as corrected by e-mail.
CLUB OPERATIONS: No concerns.
PARTIES: There will be a Halloween party Oct. 30 with a prize for best costume; meal will be potluck (everyone bring a dish) at 6 with game at 6:30. Peggy will do a flyer. Doris has a flyer for the after Thanksgiving leftover party. The club Christmas party will be Dec. 10 with meal at noon and game at 1. The club will provide turkey and dressing. Members are asked to bring side dishes and desserts. Dorothy will be responsible for turkeys and Doris for dressing. Peggy can note other parties on the Dec. calendar if dates are given to her by Thanksgiving. Lauren noted we can put her birthday on 12-27, and she will bring cupcakes. Both Nelda Terry and Bob Hodges do not want a LM party. We will not have a special party Nov. 11, but veterans can play free.
MARKETING MATTERS: No news, but the game sanctions will be mailed in Dec. Any changes or additions of special games should be decided by then.
FINANCIAL: Nancy presented the financial report for Sept. and for the year to date. She noted table count is up compared to Sept. a year ago. After some discussion the report was approved as presented
I/N EVENT: This will be Nov. 12. Novices are asked to bring the food to honor their mentors. Lauren commented that Glen is doing a great job as I/N coordinator. Glen is working on the next level of mentoring and will have a proposal for the next meeting.
SURVEY: Dorothy presented results from the survey. She did the tabulations from all 91 that were turned in and also one for a members-only set of responses. These are posted on the bulletin board. There was some discussion of starting times and a no late play policy. We could ask directors to start enforcing the no late play policy, but start time would have to be approved by the membership before implementation. No decision was made. Peggy asked that the originals be placed in a folder in the file cabinet as this is the practice with other surveys.
LOCATION COMMITTEE: Lauren reported that the committee is favorably impressed with 2 sites in the Tom Thumb shopping center at Fielder and Randol Mill. Details are still in negotiation, but Lauren wanted to schedule a membership meeting for next week so that we could possibly begin termination of our current lease by Nov. 1. Several thought this would not be sufficient notice. Some thought the board should look at the proposal first. Lauren stated that she already had a petition that 33 had signed. Some on the board already have travel plans in the next three weeks and want to be able to attend when there's a special meeting of the members. They especially want to be involved in the decision though proxies are not allowed under the by-laws. However, it does not appear that absentee voting is not allowed; consequently, there was general approval of having a ballot so that every member can have the opportunity to vote; and the location committee is willing to call every member and make sure that all members are aware of any membership meeting. It was also suggested to post meeting date on our website and put out flyers. Preliminary research indicates that the rental fee is about the same per square foot but the new location will be bigger, and there will be some expense remodeling--depending on how much has to be paid for and how much members can contribute either in an endowment or by volunteering to do some of the work. Most of the remodeling expense would be recovered by having the first 8 months be rent-free. There would also be increased expenses on a monthly basis as our share of the center's upkeep costs. These could be met by increasing our game fees by $1. We decided to call a meeting of the members on the morning of Nov. 12.
TOURNAMENT: Dee presented a schedule via a flyer for our next sectional Feb.24-26, 2006. Everything is similar to this year's schedule except fees would be increased $1/player. Dorothy Moore will be in charge of partnerships. Doris Doores and Peggy McCormick will be responsible for caddies. These were approved so Dee can submit to ACBL and the Grapevine Convention Center.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30.
Dorothy started the meeting @ 6 p.m. with Nancy, Bill, Doris, and Lauren present as well as IN coordinator Glen Terrell. Melody arrived as the financial report was being discussed.
FINANCIAL: The financial report was discussed and approved.
MINUTES: The minutes from 8-23 were approved as corrected via e-mail.
CLUB OPERATIONS: Bill reported that an electrician inspected our wiring and plugs. According to the electrician every plug is on a separate circuit and all are working at the standard 30 amps. We cannot upgrade the circuit brakers without upgrading the wiring which would cost $600. It is possible that some circuits may be weak and go out at 27 amps. The light that needed a panel has been fixed.
PARTIES: The Oct. party will be the special Swiss game Oct. 15 with a potluck lunch at 12:30 and game at 1. Nelda Terry will be consulted on when to have her LM party. The Nov. party will be a "Bring Us Your Leftovers Party" the day after Thanksgiving (11-25).
MARKETING MATTERS: Melody summarised the ACBL newsletter, noting there is a sale on playing cards and much of this letter is now online.
SECURITY: The robbery on 8-1 has heightened interest in security and what needs to be done to provide a safe playing environment. Unfortunately, the survey has been delayed due to other demands on its creators as they tried to improve the form and format of the questions so that the results would provide the most beneficial information. The survey is now ready and Nancy will run it off so that its distribution will start tonight. The surveys must be signed and turned in by Oct.1. In the meantime dissension and hurt feelings have resulted as some who feel that the only answer is moving to a different place have begun searching for a new location. To promote club unity Bill Gibson suggested that we all put the past in the past and move together as a cohesive board to meet the needs of the club. All agreed and to that end, Dorothy appointed a committee to be chaired by Lauren (consisting of Jack Muzzio, Carol McConnell, Helen Nelson, Dee Berg, Glen Terrell, Chuck Burke, Doris Doores, and Lauren Brown) to investigate safer locations and the feasibility of such a move. Additionally, there has been a problem with getting power to the security lock (it's being worked on) and the directors need a policy with guidelines for use of the panic button. Finally, Melody noted and Glen strongly agreed that we need to individually make things right with those we've offended if we truly want to move forward as a working unit.
Dorothy asked that the committee give fedback as soon as possible and that Doris investigate dates for our annual Christmas party to discuss at our next meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30.
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 with Lauren, Doris, Nancy, and Melody present. (Peggy arrived at 6:15.) The minutes were approved as corrected.
FINANCIAL: The July financial report was presented by Nancy and approved after some discussion. Nancy requested separate receipts for parties and TGIF.
CLUB OPERATIONS: Dorothy reported that Bill met with locksmith earlier in the day. The order has been lost, and Bill has had to order directly from the manufacturer. The men's toilet was repaired by Jimmy. The work day cleaning was a success, but crickets are still a problem. Doris and her husband painted the women's restroom. The anonymously donated marker boards are being installed, and Chuck Burke has finished building a cabinet for the kitchen. It will be installed when he has access to a truck or van.
PARTIES: TGIF cost and funding needs further discussion and will be on the next agenda. Helen needs more volunteers--Peggy will write an article in the club newsletter. The "Mystery Party" (a surprise birthday party for Dorothy Martin) is progressing smoothly with Dorothy Bedford taking donations for a gift card, Judy Northup obtaining a plaque, and Doris managing beverages and birthday cake.
ACBL Newsletter: Melody reported that we did not receive one this month.
SECURITY: Panic button details, surveillance camera, and a keypad were discussed. We decided against the keypad, to go with the surveillance camera, and to have Lauren handle details on the panic buttons with our consensus that two mounted and one portable would probably be best for our situation if the cost is close to the quote Lauren obtained of $26/month. The screens on the doors need to be removed, and Colin is having more lights installed. Dorothy will discuss the lighting and the possibility of a fence with Colin. Nancy reported that several want security guards or to move. Dorothy will continue to work on the security survey to obtain the membership desires without editorializing but with fact-based information on the questions and choices. We are currently paying $l8000/year for rent, and the feasibility of moving is very questionable considering both the effort and work donated by members to this facility and the rent we're paying.
GNT: We unanimously voted to request hosting some of the GNT contest after motion by Melody and second by Peggy.
UNIT 183 BOARD: We generally agree that we need some representation on our unit board. There will be an election in October. Dorothy will talk to Kay Jones on determining our best options.
PARTIES: For the Patriot's Day party on 9-11, the club will firnish the entree, and the rest will be potluck by the members.
NEWSLETTER/CALENDAR: Peggy will note in the newsletter that Doris contributed the paint she used for the women's restroom.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30.
Dorothy started meeting @ 6:05 when Lauren, Bill, Doris, and Melody were present. Nancy arrived a few minutes later.
Bill reported the locksmith has postponed his vacation, but the equipment is not in stock and is on order. He is waiting for a response from a salesman for ADT about a panic button. He and Colin discussed front light. Colin's electrician will look at our front light. Bill's electrician saw no problem with several things being plugged in @ the front. Bill has new diffuser for fluorescent light. Jim Reynolds has volunteered to repair men's toilet and to install diffuser.
Dorothy reported on concerns received via e-mail from Betty Finley and Becky Price. She also said we will act on these recommendations from Henry Duque:
1. Keep doors clean.
2. Maintain visibility through doors.
Henry said the police cannot guarantee a drive through more than once per hour.
Additional discussion and various suggestions resulted in the decision to conduct a survey for input from members on measures to increase security. Melody is to have ready by Mon. (8-15) and with approval to start administering that night. Members must sign and return by 9-11. Lauren will also seek input from the Don Davis security patrol on our situation.
Meeting adjourned @7:25.
Additional note: On the following night Dorothy asked me not to start survey on the planned Mon. night.
Due to robbery on 8/1, the board decided to discuss security measures first rather than the planned subject of I/N games. The following were decided:
1. We will accept the quote of $1069 for a security system locking door with strike release and a security camera.
2. We will investigate obtaining a security guard and get quotes for intermittent security surveillance.
3. We will hire an off duty police officer for the night games until the security system is installed and the directors are trained in using it.
4. Bill Gibson will get quotes on a panic button.
5. The community service police will do a site survey and make recommendations.
For promotion of participation by I/N players the following changes have been approved to be effective Sept. 1.
1. The Tue. and Fri. open games have been changed from handicapped to stratified.
2. There will be a new 0-299 charity game (extra points) Wed. A.M. directed by Lou Straughn.
3. There will be a new 0-99 charity game Thur. @ 7:15 P.M. directed by Bill White.
4. There will also be a 0-499 charity game Thur. @ 7 P.M. directed by Chuck and Caron.
President Dorothy Moore called the meeting to order at 6:05 with Melody, Peggy, Doris, and Lauren present. Nancy arrived a little later. The minutes from 6/28/05 were approved as corrected by e-mail.
FINANCIAL: Nancy presented the May and June financial reports for 2005.
CLUB OPERATIONS: Dorothy gave the good news that we now have a very nice sign on our building thanks to the Changs. Barbara designed it, and then Colin had it built and installed above our main entrance. Melody will write a thank-you letter, have it signed by the board members, and mail it to the Changs.
CLUB MANAGER NEWSLETTER: Melody reported that we did not get one for June.
PARTY CHAIR: Doris noted the "mystery party" Aug. 27th is potluck, and flyers will be posted. The Sept. party will be a Patriot's Day Party Sept. 11. October is club appreciation month, and we will schedule a club appreciation Swiss game on a Saturday in Oct. Bob Hodges will let us know when he wants to have his Life Master Party after he and Lou return from their summer vacation. The next "Friendly Friday Frenzy" will be Sept. 30.
NEWSLETTER: We will be closed for the NAP Unit Level contests Sept. 18 and Oct. 9. We will be closed during the Dallas Regional Aug. 31 thru Sept. 5. Lauren will write an article about the experiences and thoughts of our flt. C GNT (the Browns and the Booths) at the Atlanta Nationals in July for our newsletter. This memoir and the thank-you letter to the Changs will be published in the "Free Finesse" . Peggy requested that the thank-you letters from the charity foundations be posted on the bulletin board. Nancy will do this after she receives them from Melody.
GNT Fundraisers: Dorothy reported that $1469 was raised by ADBC; the Fort Worth games and donations added $250; and District 16 decided to contribute $1000 at their July meeting. There was considerable discussion on the unit's lack of support and the possibility of establishing our own unit. The plight of the flt. A team from our unit was discussed. After a motion by Melody amended by Nancy, Doris and Lauren and seconded by Lauren, we voted to donate $300 to the flt. A team. Nancy will hand deliver in Atlanta.
SECURITY: Dorothy reported that Bill is studying the backdoor, and we had a $450 repair on the air conditioning vandalism. Nancy is still checking, but it looks like this is less than the deductible from our insurance.
EASYBRIDGE! Nancy and Glen are handling the advertising. The new class is scheduled to start as planned after the Dallas Labor Day Regional.
MENTORING: The I/N will be kicked off Aug. 3rd. Anyone interested in participating should contact Glen Terrell.
CLUB CLEAN-UP: Those willing to help improve the appearance of our club will meet Aug. 6th at 10:00a.m. Dorothy will organize and have various jobs listed with space to volunteer.
Lou Strtaughn is available to do 0-300 during the day on Wed. We want to have the NAP 49er games in Sept. Dorothy will get with Bill White to set these up. The game structure and addition of new games is postponed until we can have a special meeting with Glen Terrell (IN coordinator) and Chuck Burke and Caron Peck who are currently conducting the novice game on Thur. night.
President Dorothy Moore called the meeting to order about 6 p.m. when a quorum existed with Doris, Nancy, Melody, and Dorothy. Lauren and Peggy arrived shortly. The minutes from 5/22/05 were approved.
FINANCIAL: Nancy said we have money and she will be doing a detailed report for next meeting
CLUB OPERATIONS: Bill had reported to Dorothy that there's a small repair needed on the air conditioner because someone evidently tried to steal part of it (and may have been shocked) but only damaged it. Bill is checking on insurance coverage. He had the carpet cleaned ($300) with help from the players on Thur. night in moving the furniture and from Jim Reynolds, Alan Grissom & Betty Gilmour in restoring to order after it had dried.
Colin is going to have a sign installed on the club building. Melody will write a thank you and check on getting it in the newsletter.
ACBL CLUB MANAGER NEWSLETTER: Melody reported they included a list of barred players and Dorothy said to place in the file by the director's desk.
CLUB PARTIES: Doris reported the Hotter than Heck party for July 9 is well planned including the additional decision to use it as a fund raiser for our GNT team (the Booths and the Browns) who won the contest to represent our district at the summer national. It will be sectionally rated, and the cost is $7.
The first Friendly Friday Frenzy on June 24 was very successful and Lauren is planning another for July 28.
NEWSLETTER: Peggy had no concerns to report.
GNT FUNDRAISER GAME: Jack Muzzio suggested to several board members that we raffle free plays to help raise funds for the GNT team. Nancy moved that we have a raffle with 3 prizes: 10. 4, & 2 free plays. After a second by Melody, the motion unanimously passed.
Further, Melody moved that the ADBC match money raised by these efforts up to $750 unless less would be needed. This carried unanimously after a second by Nancy.
PARKING LOT SECURITY: Discussion of security on the parking lot will be delayed until next time.
EASYBRIDGE! Glen Terrell (the IN coordinator) was present to provide input--he will be certified soon as a presenter and will assist in the fall classes. We need to start advertising immediately as the new series starts Sept. 7. Glen and Nancy will work on this. Glen printed up his suggestions and sent them to the board before the meeting. The materials needed will be further studied both as to need and availability. Peggy will check on what might be available from her office.
MENTORING: Glen also included thoughts and suggestions on the mentoring program. (A copy of his notes will be stapled to these minutes.) The matching of the novices who will be able to choose a LM or NLM and their mentors will begin shortly. Another 299er game was discussed and options will be studied as we try to determine what the newer players prefer as we also encourage them to participate more in the handicapped and open games--especially special games that are stratified where they will be awarded more points from ACBL when there is a sufficient number in each strata.
CLUB CLEAN-UP: This will be rescheduled at a later time.
AUGUST SPECIAL EVENT: The special party game in Aug. will be a mystery party on Aug. 27
49er GAMES IN SEPT: Dorothy will study this and report back to allow time for info on the tournament.
I/N EVENT: This discussion was also postponed due to lack of time since Dee has been asked to come and brief us on the next tournament.
TOURNAMENT: Dee reported that we can get the Grapevine Convention Center Feb. 24-26 under approximately the same arrangements as this year; Tom Whitesides has approved this date; and Tom is working on getting the sanction.. We are making an $1800 deposit to reserve the site.
FURTHER SUGGESTIONS: Lauren noted that the national and regional tournaments have director update classes and that we should encourage our directors to go by paying their fee for the class. She then moved and Peggy seconded that we should act on this. The motion was unanimously approved.
The meeting adjourned about 7:30.
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