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WMSSC Meeting Minutes
5-10-08
***** NO MEETING HELD IN MAY*****
WMSSC Meeting Minutes
4-12-08
Board members attending: Pat Ferrell,Charlotte Mierzwa, Roy Willis, Dennis Rembiesa, Suzanne Rembiesa, Cindy Dickinson, and Bobbi Smith
Members attending: Jeanne Adams, Dick Bruso, Joan Bruso, Marge Feeney, Charlene Herrmann, Linda Houle, Jane Kaba, Lea Lupinacci, Christine Quigley, Terri Rinaldi, Sue Rivers, Mary Romajas, Maud Sabourin, Roland Sabourin, Donna Vera, and Crystal Wright-Partyka
Guests Attending: Sara Raymaakers
President Pat Ferrell called the meeting to order at 1:40pm.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report:
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AKC sent acceptance for Oct 4th and 5th for the Agility trial.
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Thank you note from the Lucia’s read.
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Letter from Cheryl Lucia read: she submitted her resignation as Sunshine person for the club
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Monica sent copy of Agility information that was sent to the AKC.
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Note read regarding Obedience & Rally seminar being presented by the Farmington Valley Kennel Club at the Powder Hollow barn on Aug 9th and 10th
Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was read. Linda made motion to accept treasurer’s report; Terri seconded; all in favor
March Meeting Minutes: Charlotte motioned to accept the minutes for the March meeting as printed; Terri seconded; all in favor
2008 Specialty Show:
- Show is on schedule
- The company that was supplying the beds to be used as prizes for 2008 couldn’t deliver them in time for the show. Decision was made to use the items that were going to be used for 2009 prizes this year instead. Since the prizes were not listed in the catalog, it was OK to switch. The beds will be used as prizes for 2009 instead. Terri will order the beds for 2009 from Pet Edge.
- Lea reported that show entries are being received
- Sign-up sheet available to sponsor trophies for the show
2008 Match:
- Vicki Rolls has agreed to judge breed for the Match in September
Other items:
- 50 calendars for 2009 will be ordered
- ASSA handbooks for 2004 and 2006 still available (2005 books are gone)
- Copies of the revisions to the transition book were distributed
- The Pioneer Valley Kennel Club will be having an eye clinic in Greenfield, MA. Cost is $33. For more information contact Charlotte.
- ‘Meet the Breed’ was a success. Should we have another ‘Meet the Breed’ at a different PETCO in the fall? Should some other event be considered? The Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival was mentioned as a possible event (July 19th at Look Park in Northampton, MA)
Installation of new officers:
- Before the new officers took their positions, Pat thanked everyone for their support during her terms as President. She announced that at the Board meeting, a motion was passed to make Terri Rinaldi a Life member for everything she has done for the club. Pat presented a solar light to Lea for all her work as Show Secretary, Charlotte for all her help, Roy to "light his bottom step" so he doesn't break another leg, Sue and Dennis for taking on the jobs they both did and Dennis' work on the website, and one to Terri for all the work she did.
- Since there had been no nominations from the floor, the recording secretary cast a vote for the new board as nominated by the nominating committee.
- The new board took their seats. The new board members are:
President – Donna Vera
Vice President - Sue Rivers
Treasurer – Roy Willis
Corresponding Secretary – Charlotte Mierzwa
Recording Secretary – Sue Rembiesa
Board Member – Cindy Dickinson
Board Member – Lea Lupinacci
Other Items:
- Should club T-shirts be ordered? Should polo shirts be considered instead? Skyline Screenprinting will be contacted for more information
- The membership list will be updated for 2008.
- The Walk for Fidelco is Sat May 17th. Should the club make a donation? Motion was made to make the donation; all were in favor
- There is a NIA conference in Windsor on Aug 9th and 10th . Christine made a motion to send Pat Ferrell as the club representative; Terri seconded; all were in favor
- Crystal mentioned someone needs to pick up Harriet Smith at the airport – Donna will pick her up; Roy will book her room
- Terri mentioned that Bobbi will take over the supply tubs and coffee supplies
- Dennis asked if the special ribbons for the Agility Trial have been ordered – Terri will check
- Charlotte and Dennis are looking for stewards for the show for breed, rally, and obedience
Awards for 2007: The following awards were handed out at the meeting:
- Charlotte Mierzwa - Rally Novice (RN) for Riverbend Mischief Maker CGC
- Dennis & Sue Rembiesa - Rally Advanced for Norwood Mainstay Misty Blue CGC RN, Companion Dog (CD) for Mainstay Midnite Blue CGC RN RA RE, and Rally Novice (RN) for Rockabre Jet Star
- Jane Kaba - Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Rally Novice (RN), and Companion Dog (CD) for Norwood Lady Jane Grey
- Sue Jasmine - Rally Novice (RN) and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) for Kassank's LA Confidential, and Rally Advanced (RA) and Rally Excellent (RE) for Jasmin's Rumor's Opportunity CGC CD
The meeting was adjourned at 2:45pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Rembiesa
Recording Secretary
WMSSC Meeting Minutes
3-8-08
Board members attending: Charlotte Mierzwa, Dennis Rembiesa, Suzanne Rembiesa, Cindy Dickinson, and Bobbi Smith
Members attending: Jennifer Brautigam, Sandra Brautigam, Ellen Dionne, Sue Jasmin, Debbie Johnson, Jane Kaba, Monica Land, Lea Lupinacci, Sue Rivers, Donna Vera, and Crystal Wright-Partyka.
Vice-President Charlotte Mierzwa called the meeting to order at 1:25pm.
Treasurer’s report:
- There was no treasurer’s report this month.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report:
- Letter from Western NY SSC was read – did the club want to donate to their trophy fund?
- Letter from AKC was read – did the club want to donate to PAC (Political Action Committee) ?
- Farmington Valley Kennel Club is offering an Obedience and Rally seminar at the barn on Aug 9th and 10th at the barn
- Letter from ASSA read – orders being taken for 2007 handbook. Club will order 9 books and get the 10th book free
2008 Show:
- Show Chair: Charlotte Mierzwa
- Show Secretary: Lea Lupinacci
- Raffle Chair: Mary Romajas
- Trophy Chair: Terri Rinaldi
- Chief Steward for Obedience and Rally: Dennis Rembiesa
- Bobbi Smith will be contacting members regarding sponsorship of trophies and boosters
2008 Agility Trial:
- Fairgrounds are set for trial to be held Oct 4th and Oct 5th
- Judges are set – Debby Hunt and Jaime Ramirez
- Should fees for this year’s trial be $24 and $15? Sue Rivers motioned to accept, Deb Johnson seconded, fees accepted
- Show will be accepting entries for Shelties starting on July 23rd at 10:00AM; entries for other breeds will be accepted starting on July 30th at 10:00AM; all entries will close on Sept 16th at 6:00PM
- Discussion about new title being offered – should ribbons be ordered for this new title? Information for ribbon order for this new title needs to be provided to the Corresponding Secretary so that the order can be placed.
- This year the Westfield Fairgrounds will be collecting the fees for and handling RVs at the trial
2008 Match: Kat Charette is the match chair. Dennis will judge rally. Need judges so they can be registered with the AKC.
Other items:
- Any nominations from the floor for club officers? There were no nominations.
- Should the minutes as published for the February meeting be approved? Jane motioned to accept, Donna seconded, all in favor.
- Should an Eye Clinic be offered at the barn? Charlotte will get more information.
- ‘Meet the Breed’ will be done by the club this spring at the Petco in Enfield on Saturday April 5th from 11:00 – 3:00. Snow date is Sunday April 6th.
- Should club spend $216 to order ASSA handbooks (order 9 books and get 10th book free)? Donna motioned to accept; Lea seconded; motion carried
REMINDER
The April Meeting is the Annual Meeting and a Pot Luck Lunch!
Don’t Forget to Bring a Dish to Share!
The meeting was adjourned at 2:25pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Rembiesa
Recording Secretary
WMSSC Meeting Minutes
02-09-08
Board members attending: Charlotte Mierzwa, Roy Willis, Dennis Rembiesa, Suzanne Rembiesa, Cindy Dickinson, and Bobbi Smith
Members attending: Jeanne Adams, Kathleen Charette, Marge Feeney, Jane Kaba, Lea Lupinacci, Christine Quigley, Terri Rinaldi, Sue Rivers, Mary Romajas, Maud Sabourin, Roland Sabourin, Donna Vera, and Crystal Wright- Partyka
Guests attending: Theresa Jenkins, Michelle Mangiofico, and Sarah Raymaaker
Vice-President Charlotte Mierzwa called the meeting to order at 1:05pm.
Treasurer’s report: The treasurer’s report was read. Maud motioned that the report be accepted; Mary seconded.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report:
- AKC online show entry service was used to change Rally Novice B judge from James Ashton to Donna Blews for the 2008 WMSSC Specialty
- Ribbon order was placed. Ribbons were ordered for the show, the parade of rescue dogs, and the agility trial. We were able to take advantage of a 10% discount for the ribbon order for the 2008 year.
- Letter from Sheltie International read: they are offering a free ad and items for the raffle table for our Specialty – letter was passed around during general meeting
- Letter from ASSA read: wanting to know if WMSSC wanted to contribute a regional basket for the Nationals this year. The club will donate a basket for the raffle as we have done in previous years.
Website Update:
- An archive for previous meeting minutes are now available under the Newspeak tab
- A ‘members only’ page has been added. This page is password protected. One of the items on this page is the membership list.
- The history page is being built. It currently contains history on the founding of the club and a list of presidents from 1977 to the present year.
2008 Specialty: Mary Romajas will be chairing the raffle. If you have any items, please give them to Mary
2008 Match: Need judges and a match chair. Kathleen Charette volunteered to chair the Match. Thanks Kat!
Nominating Committee:
The nominating committee has arrived at the following slate for 2008 board members:
- President: Donna Vera
- Vice-President: Sue Rivers
- Corresponding Secretary: Charlotte Mierzwa
- Treasurer: Roy Willis
- Recording Secretary: Suzanne Rembiesa
- Members at Large: Cindy Dickinson and Lea Lupinacci
Additional nominations may be made at the March meeting by any member in good standing. Please remember that any person nominated must be present at the meeting.
Other items:
- Club has some 2004 ASSA handbooks available for $30
- 2006 ASSA handbooks are now available for $30
- Charlotte has a few remaining 2005 ASSA handbooks available as well
- ‘Meet the Breed’ will be done by the club this spring at the Petco in Enfield on Saturday April 5th from 11:00 – 3:00. Snow date is Sunday April 6th.
- Additional ‘Meet the Breed’ is being planned for the fall at a different PETCO. Area stores will be checked out to determine which one may be a good fit for the club.
- Charlotte discussed recommended Transition Book revisions
- Club will order ear tape, glue, and glue remover.
- Charlotte discussed results from Sheltie Oldline survey
- Completed forms for awards achieved during 2007 should be given to Donna Vera; Roy will order the awards
- Motion was made to accept the January minutes as published in Newspeak. Maud motioned that the minutes be accepted; Mary seconded.
- All of the Shelties rescued from Maine have been placed!
The meeting was adjourned at 1:50pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Rembiesa
Recording Secretary
WMSSC Meeting Minutes
01-12-08
Board members attending: Pat Ferrell, Charlotte Mierzwa, Roy Willis, Dennis Rembiesa, Suzanne Rembiesa, Cindy Dickinson, and Bobbi Smith
Members attending: Jeanne Adams, Cathy Bradshaw, Marge Feeney, Julie Fletcher, Charlene Hermann, Jane Kaba, Lea Lupinacci, Patricia Poirier, Christine Quigley, Terri Rinaldi, Sue Rivers, Mary Romajas, Maud Sabourin, Roland Sabourin, Donna Vera, and Crystal Wright- Partyka
President Pat Ferrell called the meeting to order at 1:10 pm. Pat wished everyone a Happy New Year and hoped that all had a happy holiday! She also stated that the WMSSC was recognized by the AKC in 1988 so this is the club’s 20th anniversary!
Treasurer’s report: The treasurer’s report was read. Maud motioned that the report be accepted; Dennis seconded; all present voted to accept; motion passed.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report:
- Thank you note from Bob Lupinacci read
- Club has received approval from the AKC for confirmation, rally, and sweeps for the 2008 show
- Club has received ID and password from the AKC to use their online show entry service
- Ribbon order was discussed. Last year’s ribbon orders were reviewed to determine what needs to be ordered for this year’s shows. Order for whole year will be placed in January to take advantage of a 10% discount.
Website Update:
- Sheltie International requested that they be allowed to offer a link to our club’s website (see the Sheltie Resource tab on the Sheltie International website). In return, a link to the Sheltie International website has been added to WMSSC website.
- The general meeting minutes are now available under the Newspeak tab
- Pictures from the Christmas party have been added. A video clip from the party has been added as well.
- A ‘members only’ page will be added. This page will be password protected. One of the items on this page will be the membership list.
- Maud has provided information about the club’s history. This information will be used to build the history page.
- How to use the current members page was also discussed: leave as is? Charge to have info on this page? Additional discussion will be needed.
2008 Specialty Show: Mary will be running the raffle – let her know of any items you might have for the raffle. Terri will be doing the trophies. Charlotte will be the show chair and is looking for stewards – let her know if you are interested in stewarding at the show.
2008 Match: Need judges and a match chair.
Nominating Committee: Roy will chair the nominating committee. He needs 2 additional people to be on the committee.
Other items:
- Dues are due for 2008! If you have not paid your dues yet, please give or send your payment to Roy. If you qualify to receive an award for 2007, awards are only presented to members whose dues have been paid.
- A great time was had by all at the Christmas party. Thanks Donna for a great job!
- Club has some 2004 ASSA handbooks available for $30
- Charlotte has a few remaining 2005 ASSA handbooks available as well
- Reminder about food at meetings: the club will provide beverages; members can brings deserts. Meals will no longer be provided at most meetings. The only exceptions are the pot luck lunches at the April and December meetings.
- ‘What works for me’ sessions may start again. Let Terri know of any areas you might want to give a presentation on.
- ‘Meet the Breed’ will be done by the club this spring at the Petco in Enfield. Dennis will check with the store for available dates in late March/ early April.
- Crystal mentioned that the club might want to consider bringing in an animal massager.
- Should the minutes from the November meeting as published in the Newspeak be accepted? Maud motioned that the minutes be approved; Charlotte seconded.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:15pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Rembiesa
Recording Secretary
WMSSC Meeting Minutes
11-10-07
Board members attending: Pat Ferrell, Charlotte Mierzwa, Roy Willis, Dennis Rembiesa, Suzanne Rembiesa, Cindy Dickinson, and Bobbi Smith
Members attending: Dick Bruso, Joan Bruso, Marge Feeney, Jeannette Gallagher, Charlene Hermann, Jane Kaba, Monica Land, Lea Lupinacci, Terri Rinaldi, Sue Rivers, Mary Romajas, Maud Sabourin, Roland Sabourin, and Donna Vera
President Pat Ferrell called the meeting to order at 1:40 pm.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report:
- Information regarding the 2008 specialty show has been forwarded to the AKC. Judges being shared with the Lab club have accepted. An acceptance letter from the breed judge has been received. Waiting for acceptance letter from the sweeps judge.
Treasurer’s report: The treasurer’s report was read. Charlotte motioned that the report be accepted; Dennis seconded; all present voted to accept; motion passed.
2008 Specialty Show: Forms for the show have been sent to the AKC. Acceptance letter has been received from the breed judge; waiting for letter from sweeps judge so that the judges names can be sent to the AKC so that they can approve the show.
Agility Trial: $2795.93 was made at the trial. Show co-chairs and board recommended that the club return to 2 rings – 2 days for next year’s trial. Jane Kaba made a motion to return to the 2 day trial; Marge Feeney seconded. There were 2 abstentions, no nays, motion passed.
Christmas Party: December’s meeting will be the annual Christmas party! Donna Vera is the chair person. There will be a DJ and a penny raffle. There will also be a grab bag - $10 minimum for ‘people’ gifts and $5 minimum for ‘doggie’ gifts. This is a Pot Luck meal – everyone bring something for all to enjoy! Also there will be a guest appearance by Santa! Come enjoy the fun!
Other items:
- Question was asked if the club would consider getting a larger trailer. The current trailer could be traded in or sold to offset cost for a 16 foor trailer – this would be a gain of 4 feet. Roy will do additional research.
- Question was asked if the club wants to set up a booth at the World of Pets show next year
- Terri was thanked for the wonderful Thanksgiving meal that was served at the November meeting. Great job!
- Food at meetings was discussed. Originally, meals were provided for the board meeting and goodies were served at the general meeting. It was asked if we should return to this format? Maude motioned to have goodies at the general meetings; Marge seconded; all present voted to accept; motion passed. Going forward, the April and December meetings will continue to be pot luck meals for the general meetings. The other meetings will have goodies for the general meetings.
- Question was asked if board members should hold their positions for 2 years instead of one year? Such a change would require a change to the bylaws. This issue can be discussed in a future meeting.
- Dennis was thanked for the job he is doing with the WMSSC website! The site has been revamped and updated regularly. A new ‘members only’ page (accessed by password) is under consideration. Any ideas, let Dennis know.
- Attendance has been down at recent meetings. If anyone has any ideas on how to increase attendance, please contact any of the board members.
The meeting was adjourned at 3:15pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Rembiesa
Recording Secretary
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