CAPITAL CURLING CLUB ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

March 19, 2005

Board Nominations: Five board positions were vacant. President Roxanne Howes thanked outgoing board members. Roxanne then introduced board candidates Jeff Bakken, Brandon Leingang, Miles Melhoff, Lynn Neutz, Roger Peet, Dave Pengilly, and Tom Pomonis, and called for any additional nominations from the floor. No additional nominations were made. There was a motion by Roger Smith, seconded by Roger Peet to cease nominations. The motion passed unanimously, and ballots were passed out to the membership.

Financial Report: Treasurer Mike Borr presented the financial report. As of March 19, 2005, the combined savings and checking account balances totaled $ 28,744.47. Fiscal year income to date was $ 94,071.23 and expenses were $ 99,396.16 for a net of $ -5,324.93. Mike estimated that the annual deficit would be between $ 1,000 and $ 2,000 after the silent auction and collection of outstanding bills.

Summerspiel: The summerspiel is filling up fast. We’re looking into putting two sheets on the arena on an experimental basis in hopes of expanding the number of teams next year.

Club Improvements: Major club improvements this year were the closed circuit TV system and new chairs for the upstairs clubroom.

Junior Instructional League: 25-30 juniors participated each week. Thanks to Roger Peet and everyone else who volunteered their time on Saturday mornings to help develop our future champions.

Junior Nationals: The event was a great success and really showcased our club. Congratulations to Team USA, the Gervais rink! Roxanne Howes presented a plaque to Tom Pomonis in appreciation for all of his work as event chairman. Thanks also to all of the club members and others in the community who volunteered their time.

Junior Worlds: The Gervais rink were great ambassadors for our country, our state, and our club. We’re all proud of Gilian, Sarah, Steph, Steph, and Amy. They had a tough week in Italy, losing several close games and eventually finishing 1-8 in the round robin. A special thanks to Dave Jensen for all his tireless work as coach. Jon Mielke collected nearly $ 5,000 in donations to help defray costs for the trip to Italy. Thanks to everyone who donated.

League Committee: Roger Smith reminded skips to see him if they haven’t yet signed up for leagues next year. It looks like all leagues will be full, with one or more new leagues forming.

2004-2005 league winners are as follows:

State Seniors: Thanks to Jon Mielke for organizing the event. A great time was had by all. Congratulations to Jon and his team for capturing the title.

BAGA: The club will once again run a bratwurst stand at the Bismarck Arts and Galleries art fair on the Capital Grounds August 6-7. Volunteers will be needed.

New Board Members: The following individuals were elected to the board: Roger Peet, Tom Pomonis, Jeff Bakken, Lynn Neutz, and Brandon Leingang. Outgoing President Roxanne Howes was presented a plaque in appreation for all of her hard work on behalf of the club.

Meeting adjourned.