SBTCPS March 4, 2008 Meeting Minutes

SBTCPS March 4, 2008 Meeting Minutes

Attendees

Cassie Malloy Rob Stafford

Jim Malloy Wendy Stafford

Donna McKinney Connie Torres

Jenny Merritt Ronald Torres

February meeting minutes were reviewed and accepted

President’s Report

Jenny Merritt had nothing to report

Vice President’s Report

Jim Malloy sited yet another possibility that would allow for his ascension to the position of President.

Secretary’s Report

Connie Torres had nothing to report

Treasurer’s Report

Cassie Malloy reported out on the club’s current finances – a copy of which is available on request. She also noted that the club’s current membership stands at 54

New Members

The following individuals were approved for membership:

Hal Snyder

Christine Kriger

Seattle Breed Booth

There will be enough entry wristbands for all. Individuals requiring said bands could call the following people from the door to have theirs provided:

· Jenny Merritt both Saturday and Sunday

· Cassie Malloy on Saturday only

· Donna McKinney on Saturday only

Staffy Spring Fling Potluck

Cassie Malloy said that Kristy Strunks would do the flyer for this event. Cassie went on to say the club will provide drinks, paper products and utensils and everyone is to bring what they want to share.

Club Newsletter via Email

No problems or requests for a paper copy were reported. Becky Graham updated her email address and told Cassie Malloy that a email newsletter was a good idea.

Specialty

SPTCA Judge Application for Peter Snow was sent.

Jenny Merritt and Marji Haley are doing trophies again this year. Jenny said trophy options under consideration are embroidered fabric and myrtle wood. As always, ribbons will be presented to Veteran Dogs. Jenny suggested asking Judy Keller (Originals by Springer) to do laser engravings if myrtle wood trophies are used.

Jenny said she would talk to Dana about the logo change suggested at the last meeting.

The traditional barbeque and silent auction will happen again this year.

Cassie Malloy suggested the club do something for the Sweeps Judges. Jenny Merritt suggested a nice gift bag, lunch to be provided, an invitation to the barbeque, a thank you letter and an annual. No decision was made.

New Business

Connie Torres wanted it noted that Kristy Strunks does an outstanding job at putting together and making available the show results for the monthly newsletters

Pet Legislation

Connie Torres presented a paper received from the AKC Canine Legislation Department, labeled “Support the AKC PAC!” (AKC Political Action Committee). This topic to will be addressed at the next meeting.

Clubs can donate to the AKC Legislation Support Fund. Jenny Merritt suggested that a club donation to the AKC Legislation Support Fund would be good.

Cassie Malloy suggested the “American Canine Foundation” that is centered here in the northwest and goes around the country filing suits regarding breed specific legislation might be an organization to look into.

Jim Malloy called for a vote to send a representative to the upcoming seminar, “Organizing to Win” on March 7. Jenny Merritt will be the representative for our club at the seminar, with expenses paid.