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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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With the
conclusion of the "Frightfully Fun October Schooling
Show," the SWVADA year is rapidly drawing to a
close. A huge thanks to Jeanette Shires for being
the show secretary. A special "hats off" and thanks
to Judy Bonin, Jean Bost-Moore, and Laura Lee, a
trio of terrific ladies who stepped up (when things
were looking grim!) to manage the show. Thanks,
too, to the cast of volunteers who chipped in to
make the day run smoothly!
Be on the
lookout for a special "snail mail" brochure from
SWVADA. Inside will be information about the annual
year end celebration, as well as a membership form
(remember the SWVADA year is Dec. 1 - Nov. 30, so be
sure to join early!) and a slate of nominations for
Board positions. Also, be sure to turn in those
recognized show scores and volunteer vouchers to
Ellen Aiken.
See you at
the Year End Celebration!
Beckie
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SWVADA MINUTES
October 2005
Next Meeting: 7 PM, Monday, November 21, 2005
Hollywood's Restaurant at Hollins
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meeting of SWVADA was held on Monday, 17 October 2005 at
Hollywood’s in Hollins, VA. President Beckie Mitchell called the meeting
to order at 7 PM. Board Members Present: Pat Bevan, Sue Cooper, Gary
Goodale, Gabi Hooten, Robin Jones, Blanche Mahoney, Beckie Mitchell,
Laura Nelson, Jeanette Shires, Bob Whitehurst. Board Members Absent:
Susan Dallas, Pat Nelson, Kim Reid, Annette Massey Shaw. Members/Guests
also Present: Ellen Aiken, Sarah Denham, Nancy Stone. President’s Report: Beckie Mitchell 1. Guests welcomed and introductions made. 2. Reminder re: upcoming election of Board Members. Those interested asked to so indicate. A brief bio will be included in the hard copy mailing. Secretary’s Report: Gary Goodale 1. Correction to October 2005 Minutes: Re: Review of non-profit status in Miscellaneous. Change “can’t” pay Board Members to “should avoid offering paid positions to Board members whenever possible.” 2. VOTED to approve minutes with correction. Treasurer’s Report: Blanche Mahoney 1. Balance in Checking Account: $9,429.35 2. Balance in Savings Account: $1058.98 3. Discussed how best to use funds. Will investigate various banking possibilities. Several topics were mentioned re:donations. To be further discussed and determined at a later date. SWVADA’s 501.C3 Status: Ellen Aiken 1. A brief review and overview of what it means to be a non-profit organization. Reviewed financial ethics involved 2. Defined what “non-profit” implies. 3. Ellen presented a number of suggestions re: how SWVADA can fulfill its mission statement, including: engaging in more activities that partner with other horse related non-profits (Therapeutic riding, 4-H, Horse Rescue, Pony Club, etc.); adding educational component to meetings and/or banquet. Several other topics mentioned. 4. The written report prepared by Ellen will be attached to the November minutes. 5. Plans for use of funds and plans for activities and educational programs will be considered with regard to our status as a non-profit organization. 6. Report by Ellen available upon request from Secretary. BUSINESS/REPORTS Clinics: Laura Nelson 1. VA Tech has been contacted re: hosting a major clinic there. Will require some long range planning. Possible clinician: Linda Zang. 2. Discussed various ideas and how to implement in order to host such a clinic. Plans are to make this happen! Adult Camp: Gary Goodale 1. Decided to continue the camp tradition and offer an adult camp in 2006. 2. An Adult Camp Committee will consist of: Gary Goodale, Blanche Mahoney, Laura Nelson. 3. Suggestions and ideas were discussed. Input welcomed! Equipment: Bob Whitehurst 1. Two rings were loaned to VADA for the Championships. 2. Arrangements made re: delivery and pick up.
Hospitality: Blanche Mahoney |
Public Relations: Pat Bevan 1. Writing thank you notes for donations to the Adult Camp. 2. Requested ideas for increasing membership. VADA: Minutes have been posted via Email.
Video Library: Gabi Hooten
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