MANITOBA CONTRACT BRIDGE LEAGUE
MINUTES OF MEETING JUNE 5, 2018
Present: Unit 181 Board Members: Shirley Galler, Barry Wolk, John Hindle, Ray Hornby, Dave West, Marlene Pontifex, Doug Fisher, Gerri Hewitt, Deloris Ankrom, Bob Kuz, Marsha Kimelman, Ann Wolfman – missing Marielle Brentnall
Also in attendance for open part of meeting Jenna Tichon, Bill Treble, Carolyn Douglas.
Vice President John Hindle chaired the meeting. Called to order 5.35 PM
1. Minutes of Meeting May 1,2018 approved as circlulated. Moved by Doug Fisher, Seconded Deloris Ankrom Carried.
Minutes of Annual Meeting May 12, 2018 were reviewed and no changes recommended. They are to be published on the Web Site.
2. Business arising out of the minutes
Blue Book additions and deletions are required. John received multiple emails and documents offering changes. Marsha Kimelman agreed to edit and get into format ready for printing. After the completed book is printed a master copy will be available by the computer. Shirley Galler will maintain updates.
Up date on Lease dispute for previous premises. Doug is in contact with Brian Pauls. .
To Do list still outstanding
1. Acknowledge Donations. Marielle will complete list with assistance of Treasurer these will be posted on Web Site. March 2018 IN PROGRESS
2. Budget 2018 will circulate copy next Board Meeting Treasurer
3. Update on Lease Dispute on Agenda NO REPORT Doug will follow up with Brian Pauls.
4.Charitable Status Need to locate a Bridge Unit in Canada that has this status Marielle/Dave discussed with Calgary & Saskatoon. No one has charitable status so unlikely we will ever be able to achieve that.
3. Correspondence: No correspondence
4.Presidents Report given by Vice President John Hindle
Directors Course will be provided in September. Details to be finalized.
Soul Sanctuary update
There was an instance where one of the Fridge Doors was not totally closed. This occurred after an evening game and caused the motor to burn out. The repair costs have been forwarded to Manitoba Contract Bridge League Inc. for payment. It was decided that Bridge Manitoba would pay this bill but any future costs associated with negligence would be paid by the club owner.
Coffee has become an issue. Coffee was included in our Lease. We have seriously overused the estimated amount. This issue has to be addressed. To begin we will start with announcements at club games. John will send letter to all relevant parties asking for solutions and come up with a policy. For example, suggestions at Board meeting included having less coffee be made available and for a shorter time. Players to use one cup only per game or bring your own cup This entire matter will be addressed shortly.
Learn Bridge in a Day The next session will be held September 15, 2018. John is considering updates to the manual. Bill Treble offered to help as needed..
5 Election of Officers for Year 2018
President: John Hindle Moved Shirley Galler Seconded Marlene Pontifex. Doug Fisher moved nominations closed. Carried
1st Vice President: Bob Kuz moved by Shirley Galler Seconded Dave West
2nd Vice President Doug Fisher moved by Marlene Pontifex Seconded Bob Kuz
Treasurer: Ray Hornby Moved by Deloris Ankrom Seconded by Doug Fisher
Secretary: Shirley Galler moved by Marlene Pontifex Seconded by Deloris Ankrom.
Dave West moved that nominations be closed for the above 4 Positions. Carried
6 Club Owners Report
Bill Treble commented on the wastage of pencils. Also suggested that the 2 carts being used for supplies require organization. Carolyn will look into the carts and pencils will be mentioned in the next email to members..
Bill Treble volunteered to be a back up for posting events on the web site.
7.Special Events
NAP finals to be held in November is also held on a Sunday. Bob will look for a site to hold this event. Shirley reported the World Wide Pairs games were held June 1 and 2 with a total of 26.5 tables in play. This event was very well received.
8. Treasurer’s Report
GST letter has been received from Revenue Canada acknowledging receipt of our 2014-2016 reports. We can send in the report for 2017 and all will be considered at the same time. Ray to submit 2017 GST Statement.
P & L to June 30 will be available next meeting.
9. Membership
Mentoring. Gerri Hewitt reported that there had been 18 requests. 2 later declined stating conflict issues. There is one application for Sept. The Buddy system introduced last year has not been productive. Will attempt to re vamp using C players as the Buddies.
Social Event. Ann Wolfman said that there will be an event planned for Thursday Evening September 13. Details to follow
10.Long Term Planning
Dave West will call a special meeting for members of the Committee and Unit 181 Board Members to focus only on this issue. Date to be announced.
11. Lessons
Caroline Douglas presented a schedule of lessons commencing in September 2018. There are minor changes to be made and a full list will be available shortly. Will be posted on the web site and at the Facility.
Next Unit 181 Board Meeting Tuesday July 17, 2018 5.15 P.M at Soul Sanctuary.
Meeting adjourned at 7.05 PM
To Do List all comments on this is in the Business arising from the last minutes. Will leave list on until items are completed.
1. Acknowledge Donations.
2. Update on Lease Dispute
3. Long term planning special meeting
Shirley Galler
Secretary .