The President, Glenda Calkins, called the Meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. at the Guardian Angel Auditorium. Board Members in attendance were:
Andy Lohan made a motion to approve the Minutes from the January 22, 2000 Meeting, seconded by Cornel Ferat. Minutes approved.
I. PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Glenda reiterated the need for Board Members to volunteer to serve at the Hospitality and Pairing desks during the Secaucus Regional July 31 - August 6. She reminded the Board that this Regional is being sponsored by District 3 and we are committed to help make the Regional run smoothly.
She mentioned the names of the Board Members whose terms expire at the end of this year and ask each of these individuals to consider whether they desired to run for another term. If so, they are asked to submit a letter requesting another term and specifying the position, if known, they would like to acquire on the Board. Glenda also announced that the Nominating Committee is fully formed, headed by Andy Lohan.
Glenda reemphasized the importance of going through Harris, our Tournament Committee Chairman, when sanctions are sought for any special event occurring within our Unit's sponsorship.
II. TREASURER'S REPORT: Frank Grunebaum gave everyone a copy of the Treasurer's Report, including the budget, and reviewed the financial information shown. He pointed out that we are doing quite well financially.
III. ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY'S REPORT: Jo Ann had no report.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS:
A. Tournaments
Harris reported that there were no problems at this time and that attendance at the Spring Sectional was up by seven tables.
Andy Lohan made a motion that two dozen new bridge tables be purchased; motion was seconded by Ruth Bernstein. Approved.
Prizes - Joe Adamo had nothing to report.
Caddies - Rosalind Abel was not present; it was assumed there was no report.
Sectional at Clubs - Geoffrey Manis reminded everyone that, when the Sectionals are at the clubs in our Unit, the scores are compared only to other clubs in our Unit.
B. Special Events
Joe Adamo reported that Bergen had held a charity game for Dystonia.
1. NAOP/GNT
Joe Adamo reported that the NAOP Unit Finals will be September 16 at 12 o'clock at Bergen. Qualifying games will be in July and August and will be in the Newsletter.
2. Reitman Double Knockouts
Tod reported that at this point there are two undefeated teams and four once-defeated teams still left in the event and all is going well.
3. Unit Wides
Helen reported that Unit Wides were held in May with 128 tables in play among 10 clubs.
4. Bob Johnke Teams
Andy Muenz reported that 21 teams are signed up for the Johnke.
5. Annual Dinner
Everything is set; however, it was suggested that prizes be minimized. This suggestion was not followed by discussion since Paul was excused from the meeting today.
6. Pro-Am
Elaine reported that the Pro-Am will be October 28, which is a Saturday.
C. Newsletter
Betty Price reported that the mailing of the next Newsletter should reach members by the first week in July.
1. Layout - Cornel reported that the layout will be done.
2. Club Coordinator - Elaine reported that everything was satisfactory.
3. Mailing Coordinator - Mike Brown doing fine.
D. Web Page
It was reported that Nick France's "Hand of the Month" is a new feature on our web site.
F. Novice Promotion
Jo Ann reported for Jean. The Board expressed the opinion that Jean was to be commended for effort, time, and hard work she is expending for Novice Promotion.
Jean proposed that at the next Sectional, Novice Promotion entail an activity for Novices on both Friday and Saturday at 9:30 a.m., as follows:
Free breakfast - coffee and muffins/bagels
Free book
Free lesson
A $5 entry fee for a novice game--15 - 18 boards.
G. Player of the Year
No report.
H. Conduct And Ethics/Recorder
Andy Lohan said when players have verbally indicated a conduct or ethics problem, they are unwilling to pursue the matter when Andy points out that the complaint has to be in writing.
I. Membership
Kay reported that at the end of April there were 38 new members in our Unit and 38 transfers into our Unit. She said as of March 31 membership totaled 1192 active members. Kay has written a new letter she is going to send to new members who join our Unit to welcome them.
V. OLD BUSINESS:
Andy Lohan reported that information about membership will be available at our next Board Meeting.
It was reiterated that when Clubs hold Unit-Wides, 50 cents per player is to be forwarded to Frank Grunebaum instead of ACBL.
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
Andy Lohan suggested the possibility of putting announcements in local newspapers about our Friday Sectionals offering a special opportunity to new players coming on Friday like lunch, a lesson, etc. Andy said he has discussed this possibility with Jean Mazouat.
Glenda asked that the Board consider having the Board Members' dinners paid for at the Annual Dinner, since our Treasury at this time is ample. It was decided to wait until the next Board Meeting to decide whether or not to do this.
Adjournment - The meeting adjourned at noon.
Respectfully submitted,
Jo Ann Van Delft
Recording Secretary