Minutes from Dec 3rd, 2005  Winter Meeting

Dinner meeting was held at GJ’s Lounge at 5pm.  37 people attended.  Dinner was Prime Rib or Chicken for $15.

President Roger Goettling called the meeting to order at approximately 5:30 pm.

Secretary Laurel Cripe read meeting minutes from Nov 21 board meeting

ELECTION:

Roger Goettling opened nominations for social co-chair position.
 Sandy Schultz was nominated to assist Norma Smith as social co-chair.  Norma and Sandy were elected with no dissentions.
Roger announced nomination of Laurel Cripe for President.  Laurel was elected with no dissentions.
Roger announced nomination of Bob Ritchie for Vice President. Bob was elected with no dissentions
Roger announced nomination of Carl Strunk for Secretary.  Carl was elected with no dissentions.
Roger announced nomination of Becky Lupo as Treasurer.  Becky was elected with no dissentions.
Roger announced continued service of Fran Burch as scholarship chair and Jen Gouge to assist with scholarships.

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARDS:

Jeff Brown announced nominees for 2005 Most Improved Player
 Men: Jeff Brown, Bill Bush, Bob Ritchie, & Carl Strunk
 Women: Val Allard, Stacia Bibler, Christy Brown, Jenna Hall, Sandy Schultz, Norma Smith, & Staci Stratton
Jeff announced Winners: Bob Ritchie & Christy Brown & presented trophy to Bob. (Christy was not present).

 Roger Goettling turned meeting over to Laurel Cripe

 ERICKSON COURT PROJECT:

Dave Shargel gave presentation on Erickson Court proposal.  Described the recreation corridor that will stretch from city hall to Race Street, and told of support by Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works, and Bill Sterling, Interim Deputy Director, for project idea. 

Rosemary Moorhead described the project – rebuilding the 5 courts into 4 courts with lights, and that the time is now to get this done. Stated that covered or indoor courts don’t seem to be possible, that this is possible. Talked about ability to fundraise in the community

Laurel Cripe told of USTA grant opportunity for 20% of project cost, + $5000 grant opportunity from the PNW section of USTA.

General Discussion on courts:

Thelma Durham told how club played at Erickson Park 30 years ago, and the noise wasn’t an issue.  Said there was more involvement, and that photos of tennis were often in the paper.

(Lee Shames:) There were dissenting discussion about Erickson Park, chiefly about these courts having a high ambient noise level due to their proximity to Race St. and the new skate board park. Lee Shames suggested that we schedule an event and some of the pick up tennis  time on these courts to see how we feel about the noise situation before going all out in support of their reconstruction. Lee stated it would be a shame if after the courts were rebuilt club members preferred to use the high school or college courts because they were quieter.

Laurel presented the board recommendation of 11/21/05 that PTC commit to raising $20K in 2006.  Made a motion that PTC commit to the city for $20K in funds. Rich Riski seconded the motion.

Jerry Estberg asked to hear from people who had fundraised, because raising money for Saundra Kent Tournament was tough.

Discussion followed w/ input from Dave Shargel, Rosemary Moorhead, Marielle Eykemans, & Bill Soderlind voicing opinions $20K could be raised.  Jen Gouge & Bruce Moorhead cautioned it could be tough to raise the funds. 

Laurel called for vote on motion.  Motion for PTC to commit to raising $20K funds for Erickson Court project in 2006 passed with 19 in favor, 4 opposed, and 0 abstentions.

BREAK FOR SALAD:

SOCIAL EVENTS:  Rosemary Moorhead described social plan for different players to host monthly social events, and passed clipboard to sign up.  Rich Riski signed up to coordinate an Australian Open big screen event in January.

FALL LEAGUE:  Karen Chrisman presented Fall League results:  51 players participated raising $625 in entry fees.  B League winners were David Nasse’s team: David Nasse, Jerry Estberg, Lee Shames, Shirley Peters, and Carl Strunk.

2^nd place is not determined yet. (Scores must be in by midnight Sunday.)

A League first and second place is not determined until after tomorrow.

COMMUNITY TENNIS DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP: Laurel Cripe told of receiving a $500 National Scholarship from the USTA to attend the Community Tennis Development Workshop in Hollywood California in February.  Presented boards recommendation to pay the additional $671 hotel room + airfare for Laurel to attend.  The membership voiced approval w/ no objections.

2006 EVENT SCHEDULE:  Laurel presented proposed 2006 event schedule:

January – Australian Open big screen event
February – car pool to Men’s National Team Indoor Championships at UW, 17^th – 20^th
March – Tennis Fest/ Family Fun Day
April – pre-league clinic w/ visiting pro
April to June: spring league
May – Memorial Day 1-day event
June – 1 day event
June to August: Weeknight doubles league
July – Sequim Doubles Tournament
August – Saundra Kent Tournament
September – Senior Games
September to November: Fall League
October – Rosemary’s social event

NON-PROFIT STATUS:

Someone asked non-profit status. Several people stated that we are a registered non-profit, need to be 501(c)(3) before fund-raising efforts begin.  Laurel said she would follow up on getting 501(c)(3) status.

DINNER and social discussion followed.

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