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C.V.V.C. Meeting Notice

The next meeting is a General Membership Meeting at JTimothy's on Wednesday September 15, 2010.
Time is 6:30 pm if having dinner, or 7 pm for the start of the
meeting. They are located at 143 New Britian Avenue in Plainville CT.
It is about 10 minutes from The Wooden Tap. Their website is
jtimothys .com.

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Proposed Minutes of the July 14, 2010 General Membership Meeting

In attendance: Joan Toepke, Ida Kavafian, Dick Frawley, Val Mendizabal, Amanda Tortora, Rich Loomis, Linda Morris, John Morris, Sue Nakamura, Crystal Ashe

President John Morris called the board meeting to order at 6:45 P.M.

Recording Secretary: The minutes were accepted as reported.

Treasurer’s Report

Treasurer Rich Loomis reported that our checking account balance is $14,282.66; the Health Fund account balance is $4,229.86, and the Breed Rescue Fund balance is $5,422.56, for a total of $23,935.08 in our treasury. All bills that were submitted have been paid; there are still some blood draw bills pending. Amanda moved that Rich be allowed to complete the paperwork necessary to change the names on the checking account to the present Board. Sue seconded the motion and it was passed.

Corresponding Secretary

A. The AKC has granted permission for Sweeps to be held and the Springfield show on Nov. 28^th. Pat Folz will be our Sweeps judge. B. CVVC received correspondence stating that the AKC is investigating potential violations of AKC rules pertaining to the 2010 Garden State Association show.

Committee Reports

A. Rescue: No report

B. Hunting Test Committee: The Hunting Test will be held on October 23^rd and 24^th. Everything is in order; the AKC accepted the judging panel and a revised budget proposal has been submitted. The chairperson has contacted Purina for donations; they will send Purina products and a banner to support our event. Premiums will be e-mailed in August.

C. Field Trial Committe: The preliminary reconciliation for the Hunting Dog Stake held on June 19^th was submitted. This event cost the club $115.00 as opposed to a projected profit of $37.00.

D. Health Committee: 1. Sue Nakamura reported that the Blood Draw held in Plainfield, CT on May 27^tg was a success. We thank Dr. Mills for donating her time. Thirteen dogs donated blood; in addition seven litters of puppy tails were sent to the study. The University of Minnesota is now requesting blood from as many dogs as possible over the age of ten. They would also like to be updated whenever one of the dogs in the study dies.

2. It was suggested that CVVC support the National Canine Cancer Foundation’s Hemangiosarcoma study. Sue Nakamura will investigate the study and report back to the club on the organization, the study itself, and its objective.

E. Conformation Committee:

1. The reconciliations for the Greenwich Kennel Club and Long Shore/Southport shows were

submitted.

a. GKC cost the club $949.00 as opposed to the budgeted cost of $816.15. Hospitality cost $405 due to the Board approved purchase of sandwiches, an item that was not included in the original budget.

b. Long Shore/Southport KC show cost the club $381.00 as opposed to the $670.30 proposed cost.

c. Next year’s judges will be Jeff Pepper (the American, not Canadian, judge) for GKC and Connie Gerstner-Miller for Long Shore/Southport.

d. The Vizsla Club of Greater New York is moving its Specialty from the GSA show to the Taconic Kennel Club Show that is held as part of this June weekend circuit.

2. The problem with the Garden State Association show reimbursement issue was discussed at length. CVVC is owed $820 ($10.00 per dog X 82 dogs entered). It was unanimously decided by the board not to terminate our participation at this time, but rather to have President John Morris send a letter to the GSA officers demanding payment of our monies by August 1. Further discussion concerning this issue will be held after that time. Other options for a Specialty were briefly discussed. The membership will be kept apprised of this issue.

E. Fun Day Committee

1. Fun Day was held on June 20^th at Flaherty Field. Not too many people attended, but there were participants in each section: Versatility, Tattooing, and Intro to Birds. Thanks to all who assisted.

F. Newsletter

1. Crystal still needs the results of the Hunting Dog Stakes.

2. Carol Phelps sent Crystal an issue of another Vizsla club’s online newsletter. Hard copies would only be mailed to those without internet access, and anyone who wanted a hard copy would be able to print one him or herself.

3. There was also a suggestion (no motion) that the hard copy of the CVVC directory contain ads (Cabela’s, breeders, etc).

4. The next issue of Vizsla Tales will be mailed on July 15^th. For the November 15^th issue, requiring all materials to be to the editor by 11/1.

5. Crystal would like to include a ‘Brags’ page--has your puppy pointed his first bird? Do your dogs have any new titles? Let her know so this vital information can be included in our next issue. Club members are also encouraged to reserve covers and submit photos, ads, articles, and tips.

Old Business

A. Nationals Events

1. A check in the amount of $500 was sent to Michelle Rochester in support of the All Star Review.

2. Joan made a motion for an ad in the amount of $95.00 to be placed in the VCA Nationals Catalogue. Val seconded the motion and it was passed.

3. Joan’s suggestion that CVVC donate a First Aid basket to the Nationals Raffle will be discussed at the next general meeting.

New Business

A. David Margolin was asked to be club photographer at events that he attends. He accepted the position with conditions that he submitted to the board.

B. John Morris suggested that Steve and Lilly Feldman be made honorary members of CVVC. Before the club takes any action, Val will talk to Lilly to see how they feel about this.

Upcoming events:

No meeting in August

Wednesday, Sept 15^th: General Meeting at J. Timothy’s in Plainville, CT

Wednesday, Oct 13^th: Board Meeting at J. Timothy’s in Plainville, CT

Saturday and Sunday, October 23 and 24, 2010: CVVC Hunting Test at Flaherty Field in East Windsor, CT

Wednesday, November 17^th, 2010: CVVC General Meeting at J. Timothy’s in Plainville, CT

Sue moved to adjourn the meeting, Crystal seconded the motion, and the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

LMorrris

Linda Morris

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Proposed Minutes of the June 12, 2010 General Membership Meeting

The meeting was called to order by President Rich Loomis at 2:35 PM at the Greenwich Kennel Club Specialty luncheon. Due to the nature of the afternoon, the meeting was brief.

New Business
The proposed slate of officers was presented and a vote was taken. The new officers are:

The gavel was turned over to John Morris and the meeting was adjourned at 2:45.

Respectfully submitted,

Richard Loomis

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Proposed Minutes of the General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2010

In attendance:
Sandy Jacobus, Val Mendizabal, John Morris, Linda Morris, Amanda Tortora, Sandi D’Andrea, Marissa D’Andrea, Rich Loomis, Debbie Loomis, Kim Himmelfarb, Joan Toepke, Jan Norris

President Rich Loomis called the General meeting to order at 6:55 p.m.
Recording Secretary
Sandy made a motion that the minutes from the last general meeting (2/22/2010) be accepted. The motion was seconded by Joan and passed.

Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer Val Mendizabal reported that our checking account balance is $14,875.83; the Health Fund account balance is $4,251.56, and the Breed Rescue Fund balance is $5,420, for a total of $24,547.39 in our treasury. The balance does not reflect the cost of the Red Cross class given at the Fun Day, as no bill has been received as yet.

Corresponding Secretary
The AKC forms for the GSA show in February have been received and will be forwarded to Crystal Ashe. There was a reminder that most forms can be completed online.

Committee Reports
A. Rescue Committee
Two dogs were place in Rescue this week; a 5-year-old male and an 18-month-old puppy. As of our meeting the puppy had been placed, and John is looking for a permanent home for the 5 year-old. He met the older dog and thinks there will be no problem placing him. Both dogs were found on PetFinders, as the owners were not aware of our Rescue Program.
B. Conformation Committee
1.   There was a discussion about Hospitality for the Greenwich Specialty. Sub sandwiches have been entered as part of the budget, and it was decided to purchase them at Subway’s.
C. Hunting Test Committee
1. No report
D. Field Trial Committee
1. The Field Trial will take place April 23, 24, and 25. There were wonderful items donated for the raffles (there will be one on Saturday evening and another Sunday afternoon; winners need not be present.)
     F. Merchandising Committee
          1. The Tick Keys have proved to be a very popular item.
     2. All merchandise items plus the catalogue will be available at the Field Trial.
     G. Health Committee-no report
     H. Spring Fun Day (Sunday, June 20 at Flaherty Field)-no report
I. Newsletter Committee
          1. All items need to be sent to Crystal by 7/1 for inclusion in the 7/15 newsletter.
     J. Nominating Committee
          The Nominating Committee, consisting of Debbie Loomis, Amanda Tortora, and Joan
Toepke, presented the proposed 2010-2011 slate. The proposed officers will be:

President-John Morris
Vice President-Ida Kavafian
Recording Secretary-Linda Morris
Corresponding Secretary-Joan Toepke
Treasurer-Rich Loomis
Directors-Crystal Ashe, Sandy Jacobus, Dick Frawley, Amanda Tortora, Val Mandezibal
     K. Proposed new members include Judy Resnick, Olga Rezvaya and Peter Resvoy, Marea
          and Jim Tumber. Joan Toepke moved to accept all of them as members. Debbie Loomis
          seconded the motion and it was passed.

New Business
A. Since the Fun Day had so few people attending, the photographer, Andrew Fotta of Fottagraphix Photography, did not set up. (He did the photos for us at our March 2008 and 2009 fun days, with lots of happy customers--including Sandy and me. LM) He has proposed that those who want to have photos taken of their dogs contact him . He is available to do pet portraits and pet/people portraits for us at his studio in Manchester. Weekends are best for his schedule. If there are three or more CVVC members who set up appointments together, there will be no sitting fee. He is able to print the photos while you wait. Sandy Jacobus is willing to be the contact person for the photo days. She can be contacted by e-mail, or phone--her phone # is: 860 693-2158.
B. We understand that the DVD and book used at the Fun Day are available from the Red Cross. There are different videos and books for dogs and cats. Further information on this will be forthcoming. Joan Toepke suggested that CVVC include the book and DVD in a First Aid basket to be sent to the Nationals for the Silent Auction, if possible.
C. Our next meeting will be a Board Meeting to be held on Thursday, May 20th at the Bertucci’s in Waterbury. We will meet at 6:30 to order dinner; meeting to start at 7.

Sandy made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Deb Loomis seconded it and the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 PM

The meeting was followed by an informative talk on Holistic veterinary care given by Amy Matthews.

Respectfully submitted,

Linda Morris
Recording Secretary

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