Chesapeake Figure Skating Club Board Meeting January 10, 2006 at Ice World

Meeting called to order at 6:35.

In Attendance: Brenda Amrhein, Richard Dennison, Susan Dennison, Jerry Rochester, Molly Gallagher, Natalie Blagowidow, Linda Gettier, April Dickerson and Heather Cywinski.

Approval of Meeting Minutes: Approval of minutes was deferred to the next meeting.

Treasurer’s Report: Current balance is $3,910.11. Linda noted that based on last year’s records, $600.00 came in January through March from new “part year” members. The Easter candy fund-raiser made approximately $700.00. If we anticipate a loss of $1,000.00 on the February 20, 2006 test session, we will have about $4,200.00 for the rest of the membership year.

Secretary’s Report: Jennifer was not present. Susan reported that there are

78 members. Seventy-two are USFSA members and 6 are associate members. Susan reported that the club sold all 25 USFSA remembrance wristbands. Birthday cards were sent for December, January and February.

Fundraising Committee Report: Jennifer was not present.

Carnival Committee Report: April provided a sample brochure and estimated

budget for the Spring Show. The theme will be “Reach for the Stars.” April

said we will need to rent 4 ½ hours of ice. She estimates that there is time for 30 programs. Club members should be given first preference. Non-club members will pay a $50.00 fee. Time limits for programs will be set based on

USFSA levels. Tickets will cost $5.00. April has prepared a follow-up

letter. April suggested vendor and decorating ideas. April showed a picture of a trophy that will be given to skaters. April moved that the show date be April 29, 2006 from 2-4 p.m. Natalie seconded the motion. April will send a show brochure and newsletter the last week of January. April also mentioned that she had an idea for a September 11 remembrance show.

Youth Committee Report: Molly reported that the Youth Committee had their last meeting on November 13, 2005. She stated that the youth would like

fleece jackets. They would like more than one sponsored competition. They

would like more parties or a friends night. Richard moved that the date for a party or friends night be June 10, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. April seconded the motion.

Adult Skaters Committee Report: Heather brought an update from Lee Jones, which can be posted on the website.

Test Committee Report: Jerry stated that Linda is the Test Chair and he helps. He has set up 3 judges for the February 20, 2006 session. The session is scheduled from 9a.m.- 3p.m. The next session will be June 10, 2006.

Publicity Committee Report: Jerry is going to start working on publicity for the Spring Show. He will use local press.

Unfinished Business: No unfinished business.

New Business: Susan reported that there is nothing new on the By-laws.

Richard suggested a trip to a theme park. Linda suggested the theme park trip take place in July. Jerry asked if the power class with Gary Irving will be brought back in the Spring.

Meeting adjourned at 8:15.