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Board Meeting Minutes
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
December 9, 2007
Present: Kay Jones, Steve Shirey, Tom Hughes, Katye Kowierschke, Byron Taylor,
Max Jackson, Tom Nute, Mary Hoger, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. Prior to the
start of the meeting, Kay honored the Board's special dinner guest, Peggy
Hardcastle. Peggy recently retired as a Fort Worth Studio Director. She has
given many years of dedicated service to the Fort Worth Studio. She is a past
president of Unit 183. Peggy brought Nina Hobbs to the dinner and Nina's
contributions were also recognized.
Retiring board members Judy Staser and Diane Washabaugh were also at the dinner.
The board appreciates Judy and Diane's devoted service to Unit 183 and the Fort
Worth Studio.
Kay welcomed Max Jackson, Tom Nute, and Tom Hughes. Max and Tom are new board
members. Tom was re-elected.
The 2008 officers were elected. They are:
President: Byron Taylor
Vice President: Katye Kowierschke
Secretary: Margot Hirsch
Treasurer: Mary Hoger
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
November 21, 2007
Present: Diane Washabaugh, Kay Jones, Tom Hughes, Judy Staser, Steve Shirey,
Byron Taylor, Margot Hirsch, Laura Nash (Guest), Carolyn Pinto (Guest)
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch confirmed that
the approved minutes are posted in the studio and on the website. Kay presented
the Treasurer's Report in Mary Hoger's absence. The report included the current
financial statement and the 2007 Fall Sectional Report. The tournament will
clear almost $1000.00 once all expenses are paid. The Treasurer's Report was
approved.
OLD BUSINESS
The board approved upholding the vote for a high-speed internet line until the
service becomes available in the studio's geographic area. Margot will check
with AT&T periodically to order the service as soon as becomes available.
Kay presented the new Unit 183 Zero Tolerance Policy. The board approved it as
written. The Unit's policy reflects ACBL's policy. The guidelines will be posted
immediately. The directors at the Fort Worth Studio will announce the guidelines
and implement them immediately. All players are encouraged to read and adhere to
the guidelines. Kay will ask Grady to publish the guidelines in the next issue
of the newsletter. Also, the new policy and guidelines will be posted on the
website and hard copies will be made available.
Kay will purchase signs for the trailer. Kay is working to obtain an ACBL
reimbursement for the Unit's trailer.
Kay reminded everyone about some important upcoming dates:
Unit Christmas Party: It will be a Swiss Teams Game on Wednesday, December 19,
at 7:00 p.m. Katye Kowierschke will obtain the door prizes and arrange for the
food. Players are encouraged to bring party foods.
Board of Directors December Meeting: It will be a dinner meeting on Sunday,
December 9, at 6:30 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS
Byron Taylor led the discussion about the Pro Am Game. Setting the date was
tabled until the next meeting. The game will take place on a Wednesday in 2008.
Also, the Mentoring Program was discussed. The feedback received was positive
and the program was successful. The board wants to move the Program to spring so
as not to conflict with other fall events. Margot will ask Barbara Traphagen to
launch another Mentoring Program in Spring 2008. Meanwhile, the board
appreciates the good job Barbara did last fall. Also, appreciated is the
assistance Diane Washabaugh provided.
Steve Shirey proposed that tournament speakers receive a fee for service rather
than free plays. The board approved paying each tournament speaker $25.00 per
presentation. Margot will draft a statement for the Standing Rules.
Carolyn Pinto presented some suggestions for improving the studio's table count
and attracting new players. The suggestions include: Hold a supervised play game
where the director provides bidding assistance. Players could have no more than
100 points. A twenty-minute lecture would precede the game. Establish an
EasyBridge! Program. Explore the possibility of Bridge Plus for players with
fewer than five master points.
Laura Nash, player and owner of the L. J. Nash Collection, asked for permission
to market her line of convention card holders at the Fort Worth Studio and all
upcoming Fort Worth tournaments. The board approved her request. Margot will
draft a statement for the Standing Rules for bridge-related items only to be
sold at the studio and tournaments. All items will require prior board approval
before being offered for sale.
OTHER BUSINESS
Peggy Hardcastle has retired as the Thursday Afternoon Game Director. The Board
of Directors hopes that all players will join them in expressing gratitude to
Peggy for the significant contribution she has made to Fort Worth and the game
of Bridge. Peggy could always be counted on for her professionalism, a smile,
and a kind word whether she was directing or playing.
The board has approved Diane Washabaugh as the new director of the Thursday
Afternoon Game. Also, the board approved forgiving the rent for the first
Thursday in November due to the directorial transition.
The board approved the purchase of a new printer for the studio.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
October 17, 2007
Present: Katye Kowierschke, Diane Washabaugh, Mary Hoger, Tom Hughes,
Steve Shirey, Kay Jones, Byron Taylor, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot
Hirsch confirmed that the approved minutes are posted at the studio and on the
website.
Mary Hoger presented the Treasurer's Report. The Non-Life Master Tournament
recently held in Arlington was successful and made over $350.00. The report was
approved.
OLD BUSINESS
The Fall Sectional was discussed. Katye is in good shape concerning the
hospitality. Byron has arranged for the caddies who will wear identification
sashes. Partnership Services are going well under the direction of Darlene
Shirey and Shirley Prewitt. Katye reported on the door prizes. Margot said that
she would add some door prizes. Millie Williams is purchasing the snacks and
candy. Diane Washabaugh has arranged for the players' prizes.
Kay received a letter stating that Will Rogers is increasing its rental fees
effective January 1, 2008. The spring tournament is booked already. Kay will
book next fall's tournament as soon as possible to secure the current rental
price.
The board approved purchasing a dedicated computer line. Margot will order
the broadband service.
Kay has researched Zero Tolerance. She is preparing a draft document and will
send it to all board members to review prior to the next meeting via email.
Kay will also follow up on the trailer reimbursement from ACBL.
The Unit 183 NAP Qualifying Games were discussed. The board approved ordering
pizza for all future Unit 183 NAP Qualifying Games based on the actual number of
players that participate. Also, Steve Shirey or his designate will direct all of
these future games.
NEW BUSINESS
Byron and Diane will serve as the Co-Chairs of the Pro Am Game.
The Board's Christmas Party will take place on December 9.
The Unit's Christmas Party will take place on Wednesday, December 19, at 7:00
p.m.
The game that evening will be a Swiss Team Game.
Launching an Easybridge! Program was discussed. The goal will be to start
Easybridge! 1 in January 2008. Kay will approach various candidates about
becoming certified to teach.
Further plans will be discussed at the next meeting.
Carolyn Pinto has submitted her letter of resignation as the Unit Game
Wednesday Evening Director. Kay will ask her to continue directing for 30-60
days until a new director is identified. The board also discussed ways to
increase table counts in all of the games. Kay and Margot will talk about the
Thursday Day Game with the Director.
The Non-Life Master Tournament's personnel needs were identified for next
year's tournament. One director and two helpers will be used.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
September 19, 2007
Present: Judy Staser, Mary Hoger, Kay Jones, Steve Shirey, Byron Taylor,
Diane Washabaugh, Katye Kowierschke, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch has posted the
approved minutes at the studio and on the website. Mary Hoger presented the
Treasurer's Report for July and August. They were approved.
OLD BUSINESS
The upcoming Fall Sectional was discussed. Katye Kowierschke is taking care of
food and coffee. She will form a hospitality committee to assist her. Byron
Taylor is arranging for caddies. The caddies will wear caddy sashes for
identification. Darlene Shirey and Shirley Pruitt will manage the partnership
desk. Diane Washabaugh, Steve Shirey, and Katye Kowierschke are handling
publicity. Judy Staser and Katye Kowierschke are in charge of door prizes.
Millie Williams will bring candy and snacks. Katye will provide the candy
containers. Section markers will be set up using tripods for $1.50 each from
Home Depot. Katye will make sure balloons are attached to the tripods with
section letters and matching mat colors.
The board approved changing the Monday Night Game stratification. Players may
now play who have up to one thousand (1,000) master points.
NEW BUSINESS
The board discussed having a dedicated computer line so that individuals calling
in may reach the studio more easily. Margot will research the options and costs
for installing a second telephone line.
The board discussed Zero Tolerance at the studio. Kay Jones will develop a draft
of procedures. She will send it to all board members to review prior to the next
meeting.
The board will continue the discussion at the October meeting.
Kay Jones will investigate and report back to the board about ACBL reimbursement
for the trailer and its accessories. It is believed that the Unit could be
reimbursed 55% of its associated costs as long as ACBL is on the trailer and
accessories.
The memory and service of Peggy Hughes will be honored at the Fall Sectional's
Partnership Desk. Judy Staser will ask Tom Hughes for some photographs. The
board congratulates Dewitt Hudson on being awarded The Jacoby Award for Service.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Board Meeting Minutes
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
August 15, 2007
Present: Katye Kowierschke, Kay Jones, Steve Shirey, Judy Staser, Tom Hughes,
Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch
confirmed that the approved July minutes were posted on the studio bulletin
board and the Unit 183 website. The Treasurer's Report was delayed until the
next meeting when Mary Hoger returns.
OLD BUSINESS
The board members present voted according to ACBL procedures for the District 16
Board of Governors.
Tables and bidding boxes for Dallas were discussed. Steve Shirey will contact
Gerri Owens, Dallas Tournament Chair, to put Max Jackson in touch with his
Dallas counterpart. Max will count the bidding boxes and identify the Unit 183
boxes with a written 183 and red dot on the back of each box. Kay will talk to
Max.
Tom Hughes presented the Fall Sectional Schedule. It was reviewed and edited.
The schedule will appear on the web and in District 16's newspaper.
Katye Kowierschke and Keith McCall will buy coffee pots and supplies for use at
the tournament and other future events. Coffee will be available at every
sectional session. Katye will organize the coffee service. Kay will ask Millie
Williams to buy the snacks/candy.
Kay encouraged everyone to remind all directors to announce at the beginning of
each game that players must turn off their cell phones.
NEW BUSINESS
The 2008 Fort Worth Summer Sectional dates are June 6,7, and 8.
Katye presented some improvement suggestions. Continue to replace old tables.
Obtain and install poles with letters to identify sections at our tournaments.
We shall have to find a way to transport and store them. Also, we shall have to
find some poles that are safe and sturdy when in use. Buy enough good, packaged
snacks for each player and hand out at every session.
Have caddies wear identifying clothing. The board likes the idea of carpenter
aprons. Kay will ask Byron Taylor to discuss this matter with the caddies to
determine what they would wear while working.
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Award door prizes. Judy Staser will ask Brett Thomas for gift certificates to
use at his restaurants again.
Make certain our tournaments are linked to ACBL's sites for tournaments. Katye
will ask Jerry Gladysz, one of our players and a public relations expert, for
publicity assistance. Posters will be made and distributed for the fall
tournament.
Katye will ask Diane Hoksbergen to proceed with decorations as the Decorations
Committee Chair. Diane will work with Tom Hughes to make sure signage is
installed at the tournament.
Kay will ask Diane Washabaugh to work with Barbara Traphagen to modify the
Mentor Program information on the website and the bulletin board. Diane will see
that information about the special Sunday games is added.
The board approved forgiving the $7.00 per table rent for the special Sunday
games. This way Barbara Traphagen will have money to spend on the
mini-tournament held in November to culminate the end of this year's Mentoring
Program.
The board approved the purchasing a copy machine for the studio. The cost will
not exceed $200.00. It will be used only for teaching purposes and official
board business.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
July 18, 2007
Present: Katye Kowierschke, Mary Hoger, Judy Staser, Steve Shirey,
Byron Taylor, Tom Hughes, Diane Washabaugh, Margot Hirsch
Steve Shirey, Vice President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. in Kay
Jones' absence. Margot Hirsch confirmed that the approved June minutes were
posted on the studio bulletin board and the Unit 183 website. Mary Hoger
reported that the recent Sectional lost money. The board approved the
Treasurer's Report and discussed ways to improve the upcoming Fall Sectional.
OLD BUSINESS
The June Sectional was discussed. Our own Unit 183 players will be encouraged to
play and support Unit 183 tournaments. Players are commended for becoming Life
Masters. However, they must be encouraged and inspired to play for pleasure and
to achieve even higher designations. The schedule for the Fall Sectional will be
revised to include a Compact KO on Friday and a third session (morning) on
Saturday. The third session will allow for a Saturday KO and an additional pairs
game. Tom Hughes will present a draft of the schedule at the next board meeting.
Byron Taylor will talk to the Decorating Committee to determine how the board
can support the committee for future tournaments. Also, coffee pots are being
purchased and will be used to improve the tournament coffee.
Margot Hirsch gave the Nominating Committee's report. The committee consists of:
Margot Hirsch (Chair), Mary Hoger, Byron Taylor, Caron Peck, Winnie Elmore, Max
Jackson, and Laura Nash. Margot reported that the committee has identified
potential nominees. Also, she stated that the election notice has been sent to
clubs throughout Unit 183 and posted on the website asking for additional
nominations. The notice states that the deadline for submitting nominations is
Tuesday, September 4, 2007. The election will take place on Sunday, October 21,
2007.
Steve Shirey will ask Kay Jones to appoint the Election Committee. The board
suggested that Henry Weltman serve as Chair. Diane Washabaugh volunteered to
serve on the committee.
Margot announced that the following recipients will receive 2006 ACBL charity
rebates: Presbyterian Night Shelter, Women's Haven of Tarrant County, The
Women's Shelter of Arlington, AISD Families in Transition, Meals on Wheels of
Tarrant County, and Arlington Life Shelter.
The Wednesday Unit Game and the Mentoring Program were discussed. The board
approved holding a team game once a month during the Wednesday Unit Game. Steve
will schedule the game for the third Wednesday of the month. He will ask Carolyn
Pinto, the Director, to post a sign advertising the game. Diane Washabaugh will
direct a special Sunday afternoon game especially for the Mentoring Program.
However, the mentors and mentees can play in any game at their convenience
during August, September, and October. Diane will contact Barbara Traphagen,
Mentoring Program Chair, about the schedule.
The board will ask the directors to promote these playing opportunities to
increase player participation. The Wednesday Unit Game will not be held during
the upcoming Dallas Regional.
The schedule for the October NLM Tournament will be posted on the website and
linked with the ACBL website. Diane will contact Stuart DeJournet. Steve will
contact Caron Peck in Arlington about naming a partnership chair.
Margot reminded the board about the District 16 Board of Governors Election. The
board members will vote at the August meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Playing cards were discussed. Both sizes of cards will be available. The
director will use his/her discretion to choose the size to use during a
particular game. Judy Staser will ask Keith McCall to purchase new regular-sized
playing cards.
The board congratulated Denton on the opening of its new studio. Byron Taylor
will send a plant to the new studio on behalf of the board.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
June 20, 2007
Present: Judy Staser, Tom Hughes, Steve Shirey, Kay Jones, Mary Hoger,
Katye Kowierschke, Byron Taylor, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch
confirmed that the approved May minutes were posted in the studio and on the
website. Mary Hoger presented the Treasurer's Report. Mary indicated that she is
going to move money from the savings account into the money market. Also, she
will present the Sectional Final Report next month. Mary's report was accepted.
OLD BUSINESS
The Sectional was discussed:
Tom Hughes recommended and the board approved returning to 1:30 p.m. and 7:30
p.m. start times for Friday and Saturday sessions.
The board approved the purchase of four coffee pots and supplies for use at
tournaments and special occasions at the studio. Katye Kowierschke and Keith
McCall will purchase the pots at Sam's. The Hospitality Chair will schedule and
coordinate the coffee servers at future tournaments.
During the tournament's last session, Byron Taylor reported that the caddies
work extra hard. They not only move boards, but they also assist with
disassembling tables, chairs, and packing all of the bridge supplies. The board
amended the Standing Rules after discussing the use of caddies at tournaments.
The new Standing Rule states: Caddies shall be paid $30.00 per session except
for the tournament's last session. Each caddy shall be paid $50.00 for working
the final tournament session.
The board approved deleting the following Standing Rule: "For each tournament,
the tournament committee shall submit for board approval a cost estimate.
Estimate shall include rent, catering, prizes, free plays, decorations, and
fees."
The board thanked Max Jackson for his tournament contributions concerning the
setup and photography. The board also thanked all of the volunteers for their
hard work in making the tournament a success.
NEW BUSINESS
Margot will contact ACBL to clarify the election procedures for the District 16
Board of Governors. She will email her findings to the board. If possible, the
board would like to vote at a regularly scheduled board meeting.
The ACBL Charity rebate of $1921.00 was discussed and approved. Margot reported
that Arlington raised 53.34% of the Unit's charitable contributions. Thus,
Arlington will be notified and asked to name recipients for $1025.00 of the
rebate. The Fort Worth Women's Haven and the Presbyterian Night Shelter will
each receive $448.00 of the rebate. ACBL will issue the checks on behalf of
Arlington and the Unit.
The board appreciates the shopping that Jane and Jim Walker did for the studio.
The board is also grateful that Keith McCall has volunteered to take over the
shopping duties.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Mentoring Program was discussed. Barbara Traphagen will continue to
coordinate it. Some suggestions for involving more participants were:
Hang posters in the Fort Worth Studio that describe the program and how to sign
up.
Barbara should ask the directors to announce the program in their games and
encourage players to sign up.
Margot will ask Barbara for program information that, in turn, Margot will ask
Stewart to post on the website.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
May 23, 2007
Present: Judy Staser, Kay Jones, Byron Taylor, Tom Hughes, Steve Shirey,
Mary Hoger, Diane Washabaugh, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, Board President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot
Hirsch announced that the approved minutes were posted on the bulletin board and
website. Mary Hoger presented the Treasurer's Report. She paid $505.00 for taxes
to the IRS. Mary will move some money from the checking account to the money
market. The report was approved.
OLD BUSINESS
Kay will contact Mary Stone about the metal boards she has for sale.
Byron Taylor has arranged for the caddies for the June Sectional. Millie
Williams is taking care of the snacks. It was suggested that more hard candy be
mixed with chocolates. Also, Millie will provide snacks for the Friday and
Saturday afternoon games.
Max Jackson will take care of the tables. Pulido's is providing coffee and the
Sunday lunch. Tom Hughes will take care of supplying water. Diane is taking care
of the prizes. Judy Staser will attempt to arrange for door prizes from a local
restaurant. Mary will arrange for the free plays.
Tom Nute will receive free plays during the tournament. The board appreciates
all of his work in setting up the new Fort Worth Studio's computer. Steve Shirey
will order the DSL.
Judy Staser reported on the studio cleaning. The cleaning people did a good job
and the service is economical. The board approved a monthly deep cleaning for
the studio. The service will cost $75.00 per month.
The charity rebate topic was tabled until next month. Margot is waiting for
additional information from ACBL.
The Non-Life Master Tournament is scheduled for September 15-16, 2007. The
tournament will take place at the Arlington Studio. Steve Shirey, Lead Director,
and two other directors will direct the games. No caddies will be used. The
terms and agreements will remain the same as last year in working with
Arlington. Steve will contact Caron Peck.
NEW BUSINESS
The Fort Worth Studio's lease ends no later than November 2009. Kay Jones will
ask Dick Simon to accompany her to a meeting with the building's management. The
purpose of the meeting will be to explore a variety of options.
OTHER BUSINESS
All directors are encouraged to keep the storeroom tidy and organized.
The boxes of tournament bags and favors will be opened one at a time. Anyone who
wants one is encouraged to take a bag and/or favors.
Byron will purchase coffee for the unit game. Coffee will be added to the
shopping list for the Walkers' shopping trips. The board is grateful to Jim and
Jane Walker for their service.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
March 21, 2007
Present: Kay Jones, Byron Taylor, Katye Kowiersche, Diane Washabaugh, Tom
Hughes,
Mary Hoger, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch
announced that the approved February minutes were posted at the studio and on
the website. Mary Hoger gave the Treasurer's Report. Both certificates of
deposit matured and earned a total of about $7,000. Mary will check with the IRS
to make sure that she does not have to file a quarterly return. The report was
approved.
OLD BUSINESS
The new ice machine is installed and is working well.
Diane Washabaugh proposed purchasing a CPR mask for the studio. The suggestion
was tabled.
Kay will send out invitation letters to the awardees for the Annual Awards
Night. Mary has received the Mini-McKenney medallions and has ordered the
plates. She will see that Diane receives the plates for engraving. Kay has the
certificates. Diane has the agenda. Katye is taking care of the food. At least
eighty people are expected.
Byron Taylor will make the certificates for the volunteers. Margot suggested
that other unit clubs be invited to submit volunteers for recognition. Kay will
email other clubs. Katye will call Linda McDaniel. Recognized volunteers will
receive a free play that is good only for this year's Annual Awards Night and is
non-transferable. Diane will give a list of the recognized volunteers to that
evening's game director.
Byron presented different models of wheel locks that could be used on the
trailer. Tom Hughes and Byron will order a new wheel lock not to cost more than
$170.00 plus shipping. Tom will ask Max Jackson to volunteer to pull the trailer
for the next tournament.
NEW BUSINESS
Diane will purchase lockable plastic cases to cover the thermostats. She will
handle the installation of the cases as soon as possible.
Diane proposed changing some tournament times. The board approved the changes
for the upcoming Fort Worth Sectional on June 8-10, 2007. The Saturday morning
game will begin at 9:30 a.m. The Friday and Saturday evening games will begin at
7:00 p.m. The Friday and Saturday afternoon games will begin as always at 1:30
p.m. and the Sunday Swiss will start at 10:00 a.m.
The success of these changes will be monitored to determine whether or not to
change the game times permanently. Tom Hughes will notify Tom Whitesides, the
Tournament Director, about the schedule changes.
The Arlington Sectional will be held in April 2008 at the Grapevine Convention
Center.
OTHER BUSINESS
The dates for the next Fort Worth Regional are September 2-7, 2009.
Tom Hughes will continue as the District 16 Representative.
The board approved changing the Internet service for the studio's computer from
dial-up to DSL. Steve Shirey will handle this matter.
Kay will ask Steve to submit a list of the Fort Worth STaC Games that will be
held April 23-29, 2007 to Stewart for posting on the website.
Kay will ask Judy Staser to research the cost of a deep cleaning for the studio.
If possible, the board would like the studio to be cleaned thoroughly on a
periodic basis. This cleaning would include, but not be limited to, the tables,
chairs, kitchen, office, storeroom, and refrigerator. The windows and blinds
would be cleaned at least once a year. The carpet will continue to be cleaned
during tournaments.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
February 21, 2007
Present: Judy Staser, Kay Jones, Margot Hirsch, Mary Hoger, Katye Kowierschke,
Byron Taylor, Diane Washabaugh, Steve Shirey, Carolyn Pinto (guest)
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch confirmed
that the minutes were approved electronically. Mary Hoger gave the Treasurer's
Report. She will renew the current mature certificate of deposit for ten months
at 5.35%. She will try to renew the next one maturing, hopefully, at the same
rate or higher. The report was approved.
OLD BUSINESS
Kay conducted a vote for purchasing a portable defibrillator. The board voted
not to purchase a defibrillator.
Diane Washabaugh reported that the best price for a new icemaker is $775 at
Sam's Club. The icemaker is a floor model and will require plumbing. The board
agreed to purchase a new icemaker if the present one is not repairable. Also,
Judy Staser volunteered to talk to her son-in-law who is a plumber.
Kay reported that a new lock has been installed on the kitchen entry door.
The office door lock has been re-keyed to match the kitchen door lock. She has
issued numerous new keys.
Mary Lou Collins from Denton, Texas is the new Membership Chair. The board
appreciates her willingness to volunteer. Diane, the former Membership Chair,
will orient Mary Lou. Margot will add Mary Lou to the routing list of necessary
ACBL reports.
NEW BUSINESS
A new lock will be purchased to secure the trailer and hitch. Kay Jones and
Tom Hughes will each keep a set of keys. A third set will remain in the Unit's
locker. Byron Taylor will research purchasing a wheel lock for the trailer.
Some important upcoming dates are:
Grand National Teams: Flt. C: April 22 Flt. B: May 6
STAC Week: April 23-29
Unit 183 Annual Awards Night: April 18
Diane will give the list of new Life Masters to Mary. The new Life Masters
will receive a paperweight.
The board agreed that Henry Weltman should continue to serve as Recorder. The
board appreciates Henry's good work and volunteer service.
Margot suggested that a tentative agenda be sent to the board members for
input prior to each board meeting. Kay agreed to do so.
The board approved removing the statement from the Standing Rules requiring a
game on Thanksgiving Eve. No longer will a game be required that evening.
The board discussed holding more team games during the Wednesday Evening
Game. Carolyn Pinto, the director for Wednesday evenings, agreed to continue
holding team games on the fifth Wednesday. Also, she will schedule some
additional team games during the year.
The board congratulated Mary Hoger. She was awarded this year's Texas Star
Award for Unit 183.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
January 24, 2007
Present: Kay Jones, Mary Hoger, Steve Shirey, Judy Staser, Tom Hughes, Byron
Taylor,
Diane Washabaugh, Margot Hirsch, Lieutenant Bruce Scott (guest)
The President, Kay Jones, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch
reported that the December minutes were approved and posted electronically. Mary
Hoger gave the Treasurer's Report. She handed out statements for November,
December, and the Fall Sectional. The Unit's certificates of deposit will mature
next month. Mary will research the best rates for renewal. Her report was
approved.
OLD BUSINESS
Kay showed everyone a picture of the permanent storage cover Ivan Uys built for
the trailer. The cost was $750.00. The board was pleased and appreciates Ivan's
good work.
Margot introduced Lieutenant Bruce Scott, Clinical Manager, of the Fort Worth
Fire Department. He proceeded to provide information about portable
defibrillators. He demonstrated two units and answered questions. He provided
two handouts for the board members to read. Margot handed out copies of the
opinion rendered by Dick Simon concerning liability issues should the Unit
purchase a defibrillator. The board will vote again at the next meeting on
whether or not to purchase a portable defibrillator. The board appreciates the
time and information that Lieutenant Scott and Mr. Simon provided.
After much discussion, the board approved a new nonsmoking policy for the Fort
Worth Studio, effective immediately for all players. Any player who smokes
within 50 feet of the building shall be immediately suspended from play.
The suspension limits are:
1. First offense: 30 days
2. Second offense: 6 months
This policy is necessary to ensure compliance with the building management's
mandate that prohibits smoking within fifty feet of the building. If this
mandate is violated, the studio will face eviction. Kay will contact Mr. Grubbs
to inform him about the studio's new policy.
Diane Washabaugh will chair a new exploratory committee. The committee's charge
is to identify a possible future location for the studio.
Steve announced that Laura Nash, Ruth Bracken, Mickey Tryon, and Charles (Bill )
Gibson qualified for the NAOP in St. Louis. Mary Hoger will provide their
stipends by March 1.
NEW BUSINESS
The board approved allowing Maxine Burwitz to use the studio on the first and
third Friday evenings of the month. She will host her bridge group. The fee will
be $7.00 per table. Maxine and her group will be responsible for adhering to the
Rules for Studio Maintenance.
All directors are reminded to adhere to the Rules for Studio Maintenance during
the week and on the weekends. The standard is to please leave the studio the way
you want to find it when you arrive.
Diane will check with a restaurant supply company on available models of
icemakers. Kay will send out the information via email for the board's approval.
The door locks agenda item was tabled.
The cell phone policy was discussed. The policy is sound and will be enforced as
soon as the directors are informed. Kay will send them a letter stating that
each director should make a cell phone announcement routinely at the beginning
of each of their games. This announcement should remind players that all cell
phones are to be turned off. If an important call is expected during the game, a
player may leave his/her phone with the director.
The board discussed a suggestion to change the budgeting process. The board
concluded that the present process is satisfactory.
Kay is the studio representative that deals with the building management. All
issues should be brought to her attention and she will handle them. The only
exceptions are the elevator and maintenance. The elevator and maintenance
numbers may be called immediately when a need arises.
Kay reviewed some volunteer assignments. Diane Washabaugh will serve as the
Internet Coordinator. Stewart DeJournet is the Webmaster. Barbara Traphagen will
coordinate the Mentoring Program. Kay will ask Carolyn Pinto to serve as the
Education Liaison and Ann Kennemer as the ProAm Chair.
Each board member will review the current Standing Rules. At the next meeting,
the rules will be revised as necessary and approved. A policy for inclement
weather will be considered.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
December 3, 2006
Present: Steve Shirey, Katye Kowierschke, Tom Hughes, Kay Jones, Byron Taylor,
Diane Washabaugh, Mary Hoger, Judy Staser, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order. Mary Hoger reported that the finances are
in good order. The minutes were approved electronically.
OLD BUSINESS
The decision to purchase the defibrillator was put on hold until January. There
will be further discussion at the January meeting. Margot will request a written
opinion from Dick Simon.
Katye Kowierschke is coordinating the hospitality for the Unit Christmas Party.
The Unit Christmas Party is scheduled for December 13.
NEW BUSINESS
The officers for the Unit 183 Board were elected. The 2007 officers are:
President: Kay Jones
Vice President: Steve Shirey
Secretary: Margot Hirsch
Treasurer: Mary Hoger
The appointments for chairs were discussed. Katye Kowierschke will serve as
Hospitality Chair. Katye will also consider serving as Membership Chair. Kay
will ask Carolyn Pinto to consider becoming the Education Chair. The discussion
and appointments will continue at the January meeting.
The board sends best wishes for the holiday season and 2007 to all the unit
members and their loved ones. The meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
November 15, 2006
Present: Mary Hoger, Steve Shirey, Kay Jones, Byron Taylor, Tom Hughes,
Henry Weltman, Judy Staser, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Mary Hoger presented the
Treasurer's Report. It consisted of the monthly financial statement and the
Non-Life Master Tournament final statement. They were both approved. The NLM
Tournament showed a smaller loss than in the past.
OLD BUSINESS
Margot Hirsch presented the defibrillator information. The board approved
purchasing a portable defibrillator contingent on Margot's talking to Dick Simon
about any potential liability issues.
The Wednesday Night Unit Game was discussed. The board approved revising the
Standing Rules IV. D. The second sentence will now read, " In the event a
scheduled Unit game does not make, the Unit director shall be paid $20.00 per
game (02/18/02) and up to $20.00 for food costs incurred. (11/15/06)" The
approved revision will include the Wednesday Unit Game Memorandum of
Understanding. Margot will prepare the revised Standing Rules for the January
meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
The board approved holding Henry Weltman's Friday Night Game at the Fort Worth
Studio, November 24, 2006, the Friday after Thanksgiving. The Lockheed
Recreation Center will be closed that Friday.
The Unit Goodwill Ambassadors were discussed and chosen. They will be announced
in the near future. Also, the Board approved awarding a Lifetime Achievement
Award in the near future. Byron will prepare the certificate and Margot will
obtain the gift.
Diane Washabaugh is gathering a list of Christmas Party games. She will submit
the list to Stewart for posting on the website. The Board of Directors will meet
December 3 at 6:30 p.m. The Unit 183 Christmas Party will take place during the
Wednesday Evening Game on December 13. Mary will talk to Diane about the prizes.
Kay will talk with Katye about the food.
The meeting was adjourned shortly after 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
October 18, 2006
Present: Mary Hoger, Judy Staser, Kay Jones, Tom Hughes, Diane Washabaugh,
Henry Weltman, Steve Shirey, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch presented the
minutes and they were approved as read. Mary Hoger presented the Treasurer's
Report. It was approved.
OLD BUSINESS
The board discussed approving the minutes electronically for faster posting on
the website. The board agreed to approve the minutes electronically. If a board
member does not reply to Margot by the stated deadline for draft revisions, she
may consider that a vote for approval with no revisions needed to the draft.
Ivan researched covering the trailer with a tarp. The tarp will trap moisture
and hasten rusting. The board approved the building of a trailer cover not to
exceed $750.00.
Steve Shirey reported on the NLM Tournament held in Arlington, October 7-8.
Attendance was down substantially. The tournament needs to be organized and
publicized earlier in the future. The meal was excellent. Caron Peck sent a very
nice email to Kay Jones. The final report will be presented at the next meeting.
Kay reviewed the status of the Fall Sectional that will occur at the Fort Worth
Convention Center, October 27-29, 2006. All directors are encouraged to remind
players where the Sectional will be held so no players go to Will Rogers by
mistake. Byron Taylor is arranging for caddies. Millie Williams and Judy Staser
are taking care of the snacks. They will provide 250 each for Friday and
Saturday.
Kay has ordered 250 lunches from Pulido's for Sunday. She has also ordered
coffee for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Katye will gather and take to the
studio all the chips, salsa, and pralines that are left. Peggy Hughes is
chairing Partnerships.
The Election Committee was expanded to augment the collection of ballots. Henry
Weltman (Chair), Steve Shirey, Judy Staser, and Margot Hirsch were original
committee members. Diane Washabaugh, and Mary Jane Orock were added to assist
with collecting the ballots. Many 183 Unit members do not want to mail them and
pay postage. Absentee signed ballots may be turned in to any of the committee
members no later than Thursday, October 26.
To contain the Unit's bulk mailing costs, the mailings will go out on time.
Thus, a permit will only have to be purchased every other year rather than
annually.
Tom Hughes will arrange for water for the players. Probably, the concession
stand will not be open.
Players will have to allow time for parking at the Convention Center. Three lots
are recommended. Players should enter either the north or east doors. It costs
$6.00 to park in the garage with no in/out privileges. Tom Hughes will prepare
and distribute a map.
On Friday morning at 9:00 a.m., the tables will arrive at the Convention Center.
Kay will call the Center to see if the Center's staff will set up the tables for
a fee. Long tables will be set up in the hall. The Center will skirt the long
tables. Ruthie will decorate for the tournament. Colleen will decorate each
season for the studio. Arrangements are made for the voting box, signage, cups,
and prizes.
The door lock on the kitchen door to the outside hall is broken. Kay will check
with the landlord about purchasing and installing a new lock. Also, the timer
for the exterior lighting needs to be reset.
Judy Staser reported on suggestions for the women's restroom regarding paper
towels and potty covers. Grubbs, the management company, will not allow either
to be installed.
The North American Pairs Qualifying Games are Sunday, October 22. Flight A is at
10:30 a.m. at Lockheed and Flight C starts at 12:30 p.m. at the Fort Worth
Studio. Katye will take care of the food for the Flight C game and Henry will
take care of the food for the Flight A game.
NEW BUSINESS
Ivan suggested that the Unit purchase signage for the trailer advertising the
studio's name and telephone number. The board approved the purchase.
Margot will research purchasing a portable defibrillator for the Fort Worth
studio. She will report back to the board.
The meeting was adjourned at 6: 40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
September 20,2006
Present: Kay Jones, Mary Hoger, Diane Washabaugh, Steve Shirey, Judy Staser,
Henry Weltman, Byron Taylor, Tom Hughes, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch presented the
minutes and they were approved as read. Mary Hoger gave the Treasurer's Report.
The last sectional tournament made $774.09. The report was approved. Mary will
give the final financial report for the Regional next month.
Kay led a wrap-up of the Regional. Players loved the Worthington and Sundance
Square. The late night hospitality was not satisfactory. The food was not good.
It was expensive. The food was not served in such a way that everyone received a
serving. The board will consider issuing discount hospitality coupons at future
regional tournaments. The parking was successful. Kay will prepare a manual of
guidelines for future tournament planners to use. Kay would like all who worked
on the tournament to forward their notes to her. Kay sent a letter to the
Worthington's General Manager praising the hotel staff. She also thanked the
board and others for their hard work.
The NLM Tournament is in good shape according to Steve. The Fall Sectional will
be promoted at the NLM Tournament.
For the Fall Sectional, Tom will take care of the ad and the flyers. Kay and
Katye will arrange for the food. Byron is in charge of the caddies. Everyone
needs to emphasize the change of location for the tournament. The location is
the Fort Worth Convention Center in downtown Fort Worth.
.
Kay notified ACBL about how to distribute the charity rebate to our designated
charities.
The trailer needs to be covered because it is rusting. Kay will ask Ivan to
investigate purchasing a weather- proof tarp to cover the trailer.
The Pro Am Game will take place the evening of October 18. Ann Kennemer is
organizing the event. Diane will obtain prizes for first, second, and third
places each direction.
The board approved the procedure for approving the minutes by email so that they
can be posted sooner on the website.
The board discussed the Star Award. Kay will take care of the Star Award.
The election process must begin earlier when a regional is being held in the
same year. The nominating committee members are: Tom Hughes (Chair), Steve
Shirey, Margot Hirsch, and Millie Williams. Margot will send out the election
notice. Tom will take care of everything else involving the nominations,
preparing the ballot, and sending out the ballots. Henry Weltman will chair the
election.
Mary Jane Orock has retired from directing games. Diane Washabaugh is the new
full-time director of the Monday Morning Game. Byron Taylor announced that he is
retiring by the end of the year as director of the Thursday Night Game. He will
notify the board next month about his replacement.
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
August 16, 2006
Present: Kay Jones, Mary Hoger, Steve Shirey, Byron Taylor, Henry Weltman,
Tom Hughes, Judy Staser, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Judy Staser presented the
minutes from the previous meeting. The minutes were approved. Margot thanked
Judy for taking the minutes in her absence. Mary Hoger presented the treasurer's
report. It was approved. Mary will present the Spring Sectional's Financial
Report at the next meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
Tom bought forty-two tables from the Dallas Unit for $735.00. The tables are
loaded in the trailer. Tom will make sure they are labeled as Fort Worth's
tables. Tom will buy a dolly and a white board. Tom will take everything labeled
for the
tournament that is in the storeroom to the tournament. Mary has purchased forty
new sets of bidding boxes for the studio.
At the tournament, a breakfast meeting will be held for the District 16 Board.
The breakfast will cost $15.00 per person for twenty people. Hospitality will be
provided Friday and Saturday nights after the evening game. Potato skins ($7.00
per person) and nachos ($6.00 per person) for 250 people will be served Friday
and Saturday, respectively. The gratuity is 22%.
Players must support the concession stand at the rate of $900.00 per day in
order for the hotel to keep the stand open. Kay will present the board's
recommendation to the hotel concerning the operating hours. It is hoped that the
concession will be open for coffee in the morning. If not, the board recommends
that the stand operate from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. On Monday, a box lunch
will be served that costs $7.00 per person. The board agreed to pay up to $1.00
more per person if a cookie is included in the box lunch. Kay will order 400
lunches.
No free plays will be honored at the Regional. Parking passes will be issued to
Ivan Uys, Max Jackson, and Jim Walker. Speakers will each receive $40.00.
Darlene Shirey will coordinate the I/N Reception. Tom, Mary, and Kay will review
the hotel's master bill.
During the Wednesday and Thursday afternoon games, tickets worth $1.00 each will
be distributed. These tickets may be redeemed at the concession stand.
NEW BUSINESS
During the Regional, the studio's carpet will be cleaned. Mary will set up and
supervise the service from Dalworth or Ajax.
Mark Bumgardner will not receive a reimbursement from the Unit for his
participation in the Grand National Teams. He did not meet the deadline as
stated in the Unit's Standing Rules.
Byron Taylor will trade his plastic set of boards for Judy Staser's metal ones.
The studio will use the metal boards.
Byron Taylor, Mary Hoger, and Henry Weltman announced that they are not running
again for the board. However, Henry will chair the election. Tom Hughes will
chair the nominating committee. Steve Shirey and Margot Hirsch will also serve
on the committee.
The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot Hirsch
THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2006
The regular Board of Directors
meeting was called to order by President Kay Jones.
Those present were Mary
Hoger, Tom Hughes, Steve Shirey, Byron Taylor, Diane Washabaugh and Judy Staser.
Absent were Henry Weltman and Margot Hirsch.
The minutes of the June
meeting were approved as circulated. The treasurer's report was accepted with
the adjustments for the late Bridge Fest bills.
The 299er tournament was
discussed. Steve Shirey presented Arlington's proposal for the renting of their
space for the tournament with particulars on arrangements for coffee, food, etc.
Following additional questions, it was agreed that Steve would further negotiate
the agreement with Chuck Burke in order to finalize the details.
Tom
Hughes reported that 40 new tables will be ordered to bring our number of needed
tables for tournaments. The new tables will be used in the Studio with the
current ones going to the trailer for tournament use. Mary Hoger has ordered new
bidding boxes for the Studio with the plan to take the others for tournament
use.
Labor Day Regional:
1. Tom has arranged for Dallas to bring
their tables to the Regional.
2. Kay, Diane and Tom met with the Worthington
to negotiate details.
-- Food prices at the hotel are astronomical - still
under discussion. A concession stand will be provided by the Worthington.
--
Great space - upstairs ballroom will be used for the playing area. They will
also provide a room for storage of supplies etc. beginning Sun. Aug. 27.
--
Parking will be $5 for self-parking; $10 for valet parking with ticket validated
by the hotel and providing spaces are available. Additional parking is being
looked into with a map forthcoming to indicate other lots. It was suggested the
map be put on the website and on the flyers.
3. Entries will be $12/session
for members; $13 for non-members. Swiss
Team on Monday will be
$100/team.
4. Diane and Byron led the discussion about their schedules for
the Prize and Registration tables. Volunteers are being recruited.
5. All
contents for the tote bags have been ordered by Michael Goldman, who has given
us excellent prices and help. They are currently being stored in his warehouse.
Work sessions will be scheduled to prepare the tote bags. Anyone wishing to help
on Sat. at 9AM on August 5 should contact Judy Staser.
The Board plans to
meet twice in August prior to the tournament to finalize all details.
Judy Staser, Recorder
17 June 2006
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
June 17,
2006
Present: Judy Staser, Kay Jones, Mary Hoger,
Steve Shirey, Tom Hughes, Byron Taylor,
Diane Washabaugh,
Henry Weltman, Margot Hirsch
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting
to order at 5:30 p.m. Margot Hirsch
presented the minutes and they were
approved. Mary Hoger presented the treasurer's
report and it was approved.
The Bridge Fest loss was $797. However, the event was
still considered a
success because of the wonderful education and fellowship
provided to the
players who participated in the event. Also, there was discussion
about how
to increase the studio's table count.
OLD BUSINESS
The June
Sectional was reviewed. In the future, the head count of 250 will be used
for snacks and meals. The coffee count was accurate: 100 cups for Friday and
Saturday afternoons, 50 cups for Friday and Saturday nights, and 100 cups
for
Sunday morning.
At future tournaments, lunch will be served after
three Swiss Teams sessions.
Kay will tell Pulido's to be ready to serve at
1:00 p.m. The two serving lines were
successful. Tom Hughes is storing the
new water jugs in his garage. Jim Walker
appreciated the free
plays.
The planning for the upcoming Regional is going well. Byron is
managing the caddies
and the registration. He will be reimbursed for the
printed registration cards.
Diane is in charge of the goody bags and the
prizes. She and her committee will
assemble 1,000 goody bags. At the next
board meeting, Byron and Diane will announce
who is serving on their
respective committees.
Kay will meet with the Worthington contact about
the food, parking, and space for
the registration materials and prizes. Tom
will accompany Kay. Also, they will
iscuss applying the bridge rate to
suites and obtaining directors' storage space.
Mary provided a handout
detailing the fees and table counts from the last Regional.
Steve will
contact Chuck Burke prior to the next board meeting to develop the plans
for
the upcoming 299er Tournament. The tournament will take place October 7-8, 2006
at the Arlington Duplicate Bridge Club. Steve will present their proposal to
the
board for approval.
Margot reported that the Arlington Board
really appreciated the opportunity to
designate three charities as
recipients of the ACBL charity contribution along with
Unit 183's recipient.
Margot will notify ACBL to contribute to Arlington Charities,
Arlington
Women's Shelter, Arlington Life Shelter, and Good Fellows.
NEW
BUSINESS
Margot moved and Judy seconded posting the 183 Unit Board
Minutes on the Unit's
website once the minutes are approved. The motion
passed. Margot will notify
Stewart and send him the minutes each month.
Also, the minutes will continue to be
posted on the studio's bulletin
board.
Tom will purchase forty or fifty new card tables depending on the
price break.
The new tables will be used in the studio. Tom will also buy a
new white board and
dolly. Mary will purchase forty new sets of red bidding
boxes.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully
submitted,
Margot Hirsch
Fort Western Unit 183
Board Meeting Minutes
May 17,
2006
Present: Henry Weltman, Kay Jones, Byron Taylor, Diane Washabaugh,
Judy Staser,
Mary Hoger, Margot Hirsch, Tom Hughes, Mary Jane Orock
(Guest)
Kay Jones, the President, called the meeting to order at 5:30
p.m. Margot Hirsch
presented the minutes that were approved as written. Mary
Hoger presented the Treasurer's Report. It was approved.
Mary Jane Orock
presented a proposal on behalf of herself and Diane Washabaugh to the board
requesting that the Monday game be upgraded from a 199er to a 0-500.
Margot
moved and Byron seconded the motion that the game be upgraded.
The motion
carried. The change will become effective immediately.
OLD
BUSINESS
June Sectional:
Kay led the discussion about the upcoming June
Sectional. Byron has arranged for the caddies. Pulido's will provide the Sunday
meal. The board approved the purchase of four five-gallon water containers from
Home Depot for $25.00 each. The containers will be stored and used repeatedly
for future tournaments. Tom will purchase the containers and also flat-based
plastic cups.
Kay will coordinate the coffee service with Pulido's. The
board decided to provide coffee Friday and Saturday afternoons (100 cups each)
and evenings (50 cups each) and Sunday morning (100 cups). Kay will also arrange
for the snacks. Ruth Bracken will decorate and provide chocolates for the
Information/Prizes desk.
Mary and/or Henry will help Diane with the
prizes desk on Friday and Saturday nights.
Diane will distribute prizes
during the day. Mary will add Jim Walker to the Free Play List
for the
directors.
Labor Day Regional:
Mary will email all of the board
members as soon as possible the table counts for the last Regional. Fort Worth
will ask to borrow Arlington's bidding boxes and Dallas' tables.
The goody
bags are being printed and the leather coasters are being stamped.
NEW
BUSINESS
The Unit currently owns 103 card tables some of which are not in
good condition.
The board approved buying more tables to fill the trailer
for the upcoming Regional, but not the Sectional.
The ACBL Charity
Foundation has notified Unit 183 that the foundation will give $668.00 to local
501c.3 organizations in the Unit's service area. Arlington will be asked to name
the recipients for half the gifts since Arlington charity games raised over half
of the charity revenue in the Unit. Each recipient must receive at least
$100.00.
The tentative date for the Board's December meeting and
Christmas party is
December 3, 2006.
299er Tournament:
The
dates for the 299er Tournament are October 7-8, 2006. Arlington will cancel its
regularly scheduled games. The total number of tables available for play is
being addressed. Computer lists of 0-300 and 300-500 players will be generated
to determine whether to keep the tournament limited to 299ers or raise the
limit. Kay will email the board about this matter as soon as possible and wants
the board members to reply quickly. Rent for the use of the Arlington studio
will be negotiated. Steve Shirey will serve as the tournament director.
Arlington will be asked to provide assistance with
the tournament logistics
and food.
Judy Staser reported in Steve's absence about the NAP dates.
He has proposed September 24 and October 22. Henry Weltman will check the
availability of space at Lockheed and get back to Steve.
The meeting was
adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Margot
Hirsch