CAPITAL CURLING CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

March 15, 2005

Meeting was called to order: 5:15 p.m. March 15, 2005

Members Present:  Roxy Howes, Mike Borr, Cathy Janikowski, Roger M. Peet, Rita Peet, Roger Smith, Mike Ell, Tom Pomonis

Members Absent: Greg Hiemenz, Larry Brekke, Scott McLeod, Dave Clemmons

Committee Reports:

Financial Report:  Mike Borr gave a brief financial report.  The 2003-2004 ending balance was $34, 069.40 with the 2004-2005 balance to date (5,985.53) with the fiscal year balance “04-05” $28,084.07

Ice/Building Committee Report:  Rapid City Rushmore Curling Club has submitted a request to utilize the CCC ice scraper during their upcoming spiel in April. Discussion ensued. As there would be no expense incurred to the CCC, all transporting of the scraper would be done by Rushmore Curling Club, and the opportunity for a new club to garner more expertise for future ice maintenance, approval was given for the loan of the scraper. In a building related matter, the future usage of the upper viewing area was discussed. This will be explored with the Bismarck Parks and Recreation.

League/Membership Committee Report:  Roger Smith reported that a web-enabled league sign-up is available in addition to the paper copy. All leagues are rapidly filling with waiting lists for some. Viewing on the CCC web-site of all teams signed up will be available shortly.

Special Events Report: Rita Peet reported approximately 65 tickets had been sold for the annual banquet to be held March 19, 2005. Tickets can be purchased through March 18, at which time a head count is needed. The auction will begin at 6 p.m. with the meal to start at 7:30 p.m. Silent auction items are still need. Wally Owen has volunteered to handle the auction. Mike Borr reported that currently there are 51 teams for the summerspiel.

Board Member Nominations:

The CCC board at this time has seven (7) nominations to fill five (5) outgoing board of director positions: Jeff Bakken, Brandon Leingang, Miles Melhoff, Lynn Neutz, Roger Peet, Dave Pengilly, and Tom Pomonis. A motion was made by Mike Borr and seconded by Rita Peet to approve these nominations. Motion carried unanimously. Nominations can also be made at the annual meeting. If such nominations are made they will need to be written in on the ballots and then votes will be cast.  

Insurance Liability:

The current liability policy that is carried by the CCC provides protection for liability issues arising from the general public. It does not provide coverage to any members who might be injured and wish to have their medical costs covered. No liability coverage exists for the club members as they “know the inherent risks of curling”. This also extends to any curlers who participate in any event which has an entrance fee. Insurance currently being considered for purchase are directors and officer’s liability insurance and property insurance. At this time no action was undertaken and further information is being sought on this matter.

Hosting Future Events:

Judy Maier, chair of the USCA Site Selection Committee, is looking for site selections for 2006 and beyond. A number of sites are available at this time for the upcoming years. Considerable discussion was generated as the board weighed the cost/benefits of hosting other USCA events. A motion was made by Rita Becker and seconded by Tom Pomonis to pass on hosting events at this time. Motion passed.

Next Meeting:  4-13-05

Meeting Adjourned: 7:15 p.m.