In attendance: The meeting took place at TGIFriday’s in Waterbury, CT. Attending the meeting were: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Dave Margolin, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall, Saul Himmelfarb, Ida Tenebom and Marisa Fowler. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:55 p.m. Minutes were amended to include a board vote via email to make a donation for the following: in an effort to help those devastated by Katrina, CVVC has donated $150.00 to the AKC/CAR Canine Support and Relief Fund and $150.00 to Take The Lead Katrina Relief Fund. Susan Potocik moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the August 23, 2005 meeting and Kim Karkut 2^nd the motion.

 

Treasurer’s Report:  Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which was as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $4,021.00, Checking Account $4,915.00 and the Health Fund (formally called Epilepsy Fund) Account $2,100.00.

 

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported she received the following:

§         A thank you note from Ed Biven for the $150 donation to Take the Lead Katrina Relief Fund.

§         Vizsla Club of America’s newsletter had an acknowledgement regarding CVVC’s $1,000 donation that was made to the VCA Welfare Foundation.

 

Breed Rescue:  

§         John Morris reported the project of a mailing to CT dog pounds and rescue groups (that will included a picture of a Vizsla with information regarding the breed to alert them should they ever have a Vizsla to please call our club rescue) is complete and ready for mailing.

§         John also reported a male Vizsla, approximately 9-10 years old, has been at the Southington Dog Pound for about a month. This Vizsla was picked up on Rt. 322 in Southington. John may have someone who is interested in adopting him.

 

Conformation Committee:

Carol Phelps reported:

• Judy Resnick has agreed to run a raffle at CVVC’s supported entry at Springfield on November 27, 2005.

• CVVC’s winter specialty held in conjunction with GSA on February 10, 2006 is all set. Carole Brown has agreed to steward again for us.
• Susan Potocik will investigate the possibility of holding a fall supported entry in Uncasville, CT next year. Susan will attend this year’s show in Uncasville on November 5^th & 6^th and report back with her assessment of the site.

 

Ida Tenebom reported:

• The committee has narrowed down a list of potential future sweeps judges to 4 individuals. Elaine Poulin made a motion for the board to accept this list and Kim Karkut 2^nd the motion, with the board accepting the list.
• Greenwich KC will again hold their June 2006 show at the same place – Taylor Farm Park in Norwalk, CT. Ida also stated Greenwich KC will be updating their parking policy to better accommodate exhibitor parking.

• Sweeps and regular judges for upcoming supported entry and specialty.

§         Nov 27, 2005 Supported entry with the Springfield KC: Sweeps Judge – Florence Duggan and Regular Judge – Springfield KC has assigned Dr. Ronald I. Spitzer

§         Feb 10, 2006 Specialty with GSA in Secaucus, NJ: Sweeps Judge – Pamela Shaw-George and Regular Judge – Jean Fournier. Jean Rhodes has accepted the position as our show chairperson.

§         June 2006 Greenwich KC Specialty – Sue Gray has accepted our invitation to judge our Sweeps classes.

 

2006 Field Trial Committee Report: No report. As an amendment to the field trial report, an email was sent to the membership after this meeting regarding the open position for the 2006 spring field trial secretary. Interested individuals should contact Carol Phelps at 860-295-9609 or szizlin3@aol.com

 

2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: No report

 

Health Committee Report:  

Susan Nakamura reported:

§         The committee meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum. Joan Toepke and Ruth Sinclair have agreed to join the committee.

§         Susan will have published in the next newsletter a letter from Ned Patterson regarding a Vizsla Epilepsy Study.

§         When the health committee develops a proposal it will be presented to the Board.

 

Publication Committee Report: 

§         The newsletter is scheduled to be mailed in mid-October.

§         For submitting articles for future newsletters please send to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 or Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

 

Fun Day Committee:

Winter Fun Day – March 2006: .

Kim Karkut has agreed to chair the March 2006 fun day. The location and program will be determined by the fun day committee.

 

Meeting Program Committee: If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net  Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com  or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

 

Old Business: 

CVVC Logo: No update

 

New Business:

§         A brochure regarding the possibility of future trophies from the Glitzy Lady – Unique Handcrafted Animal Jewelry and Gifts.

§         Future donations – discussion regarding a possible donation to CT Humane Society. Kim Karkut made a motion for CVVC to donate $200 from the General fund and Susan Potocik 2^nd the motion. Susan will email some info on CT Humane Society to the board members to review.

§         Carol Phelps mentioned the Canine Flu Virus that is going around. It has been advised by others to be very cautious with your dogs when around others and be alert to any signs of the virus. Reported symptoms include prolonged coughing and fevers and it is highly recommended to consult your Vet immediately if these symptoms do occur.

§          Elaine Poulin opened discussion about a location for this year’s holiday party. Ida Tenebom has graciously offered her home for the location of the December 11^th party.

 

Meeting Adjourned:  Meeting adjourned at 9:20 with a motion from Carol Phelps and Marisa Fowler 2^nd the motion.