MINUTES OF 2006 CVVC MEETINGS
Approved Minutes of the December 10, 2006 General Membership Meeting held at the Holiday Party in Amston, CT.
Meeting was called to order at the home of Stephanie Reeder, Amston, CT. The meeting was called to order at: 2:45 p.m. by David Margolin.
Attendees: The following Board Members were present: David Margolin, Carol Phelps, Susan Potocik, Linda Morris, Marisa Fowler, Kim Hemmilfarb, Kim Karkut, & Elaine Poulin, Patsy Dahlinghaus kindly agreed to take the minutes in Susan Begasse’s absence. A substantial number of general members attended the meeting as well.
Recording Secretary’s Report – Minutes (David Margolin)
Susan Potocik had some minor changes. Elaine Poulin made a motion to accept and Carol Phelps 2nd the motion. Minutes accepted with minor changes.
Treasurer’s Report ( Carol Phelps)
General Account: $3,734.03
Rescue: $3,370.21 (includes $445 in health fund donations)
Health: $2, 569.54 (includes $270 in health fund donations)
CD: $3,380.74
To date, 47 members have not paid their dues. Carol has followed up twice and will follow up again reminding them of the new grace period of January 31, 2007 and after that date they will have to reapply for membership. However, if not paid by the end of the month, likely they will not be in the 2007 Membership Directory.
As background, Joan Heimbach recommended that the grace period for dues being paid be moved to January 31 from March 31; was motioned, appropriately seconded and accepted. A motion was also made by David Margolin and seconded by Carol Phelps that the late fee would be eliminated. Motion accepted.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report (Linda Morris)
Susan Potocik mentioned that club member Jean Rhodes is in the hospital and we will be sending flowers. David Margolin is going to try to get the address of the hospital if anyone would like to send a card.
Breed Rescue (John Morris)
Ad Hoc Committee for Documented Guidelines Progress Status: Guideline continues to be in development.
Permission from rescue dog Benjamin’s new family: Benjamin is doing very well and his family sent a very nice letter. John Morris will follow up with them to see if we can have permission to use the letter for future reference. John has already received a verbal commitment.
Springfield: Preliminary cost was $579.78 with trophies.
Judi Resnik was thanked for her contribution in organizing the raffle. Total for the raffle and unclaimed sweeps check was $205.00
Secaucus: S. Potocik will be handling getting the volunteer hours for the Secaucus Specialty, we need to work 6 hours for our club. We can overlap the time and it does not have to be the time when we are in the ring. After the Secaucus show, we will not be doing pewter trophies and the members were asked for trophy ideas – Jackie Argall has already volunteered her artistic services for SKC trophies.
Greenwich : Sandy Jacobus reported for Ida. Letters have been sent to C. Richards and G. Burdon for confirmation of judge’s assignments but to date we have not received back from them.
Hunt Test Committee ( Dave Margolin):
Judge’s Seminar Next Year – (John Morris):
John looked into holding the approved Judges Seminar at the Holiday Express in Waterbury which can hold 40-50 people at a charge of $150.00. John stated that the AKC fee for the rep for the seminar is a minimum of $500 and an additional $25 for each attendee over 20. Discussion followed regarding visual aids needed and the cost and John was asked to talk with the Holiday Express and to try to get them to provide the equipment at no cost if at all possible. John needs to provide 3 dates to the AKC with location as soon as possible. John will look into other locations for comparison purposes and will get audio visual aids costs just in case the facility will not provide at no charge.. Suggestion was made to have dates in late February or early March.
2007 AKC Hunt Test Event Dates are October 6 and 7 per corresponding date table and secured by Patrick Cooke at the Flaherty Date Draw Meeting……for the 2007 event, the full Flaherty grounds are for our hunt test and we can use the main clubhouse.
Chair & Secretary Functions Open: Rich Theodore has advised that he is unable to be the hunt test secretary for October 6 & 7, 2007 event. We are looking for volunteers from the club for both the chair person and secretary positions for this event.
Field Trial Committee ( J. Heimbach)
April 20-22 date, per AKC corresponding date calendar, for Flaherty Field was secured by Patrick Cooke at the Flaherty Date Draw Meeting The Field Trial Committee plan is to move the hunting dog stake to another date and it will not to be held in conjunction with the Field Trial.
Joan Heimbach thanked everyone for bringing a re-gift for the field trial raffle and on a personal note, Joan thanked everyone from the club for the flowers, cards and well wishes. It was nice to see her up and about.
It was noted that Patrick Cooke had made a recommendation to have a Field Trial Judge’s Seminar also which was approved by the board. It was stated that the board assumes Patrick will chair the seminar and will be in charge of putting it together perhaps in conjunction with the Hunt Test Seminar but each event is independent of one another. Each event must develop an event budget according to the club guidelines and procedures and submit for board approval before any commitment(s) is made.
Merchandising (Ida Tenenbom)
Sandy Jacobus reporting for Ida. Ida is looking into other items that some of the club members would like so they are making up more samples which are not yet available as of today. Items for purchase will be by special order rather than the club investing in inventory.
107 Dogs at a cost of $292.04
A big thank you to Jackie Argall and her Committee.
John Morris mentioned that there is a web site, Morris Animal Foundation, a non profit foundation that funds humane animal health studies to advance veterinary medicine, and it referenced the VCA study.
Establishing a list of what we have and where: Continues to be in
progress.
Timing for Grill Purchase and who: Purchase of a grill was approved.
Sandy Jacobus will get the info from David Margolin and she will purchase the grill for the club at Dick’s Sporting Goods with the help of Saul & Kim Himmelfarb. Dave Margolin donated his recent hunting test judge’s gift of $30 to Dick’s to be used towards the purchase of the club grill.
Meeting Program Committee (Linda Morris)
Any suggestions for meeting programs in 2007? Carol Phelps had a suggestion of a dog massage demonstration.
Meeting Locations/Dates…
January 17, 2007 (Wednesday) Board Meeting: David Margolin will see if Bertucci’s in Waterbury is available.
February 28, 2007 (Wednesday) General Membership: Jefferson House Newington, CT and Carol. Phelps will arrange a possible massage demonstration.
March 21, 2007 (Wednesday) Board Meeting: Location TBD
April 18, 2007 (Wednesday) General Membership: Location TBD
May 16, 2007 (Wednesday) Board Meeting. Location TBD
Membership Procedures & Sponsorship – the Bylaws require an applicant to have two sponsors from the club; the Board will review how applicants without two contacts can comply with this requirement.
Motion to adjourn the meeting by Dee Chuisano, appropriately seconded and accepted. Meeting adjourned at 3:41 p.m.
Approved Minutes of the November 16, 2006 Board Meeting at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.
David Margolin called the meeting to order at 7:25pm. In attendance were: Ida Tenenbom, David Margolin, Carol Phelps, Jackie Argall, Susan Potocik, Linda Morris, Susan Begasse, Kim Karkut, and Elaine Poulin.
Recording Secretary Report: Motion was made by Susan Potocik to approve the minutes of the October 11, 2006 meeting. Seconded by Linda Morris and approved by vote.
Meeting Program & Fun Day Committees: Our Holiday Party will be at Stephanie Reeder’s home on December 10, 2006. Susan Potocik has suggested that we have a Handling Seminar with Patty Crowley as part of our winter Fun Day. Joan Heimbach had asked, via Dave, to have club members be asked to bring any potential raffle items for the future Field Trial to the Holiday Party for collection and it was agreed to by all. Dave will send an email to the membership discussing the Springfield show and Holiday Party details and needs as well as provide directions to the Holiday party.
Treasurer’s Report: Carol Phelps reported that the account balances are as follows: Checking 5733.74; Health 2299.54; Rescue 2938.80; CD 3373.20. All monies collected from our dues drive are currently in the checking account – designated donations will be moved to the Health and Rescue Funds in a couple of bulk transfers. Many dues are still outstanding, and a follow up will be done at the end of this month.
Corresponding Secretary's Report: Linda Morris reports that she received two letters from the AKC that they are processing next year’s Hunt Test for October 6 & 7, 2007 and that there will be a different method of applying and downloading forms online. The club has also received a Thank You letter from Joan Heimbach. Susan Potocik read a letter from the Boston Animal Hospital regarding the announcement of the addition of a new Vet specializing in Cardiology and Pulmonary Medicine. She received a flyer from the DEP in which it reviews some safeguarding measures about the Avian Flu. Dave Margolin will be including this in an email to the membership and it will be included in our newsletter. Lastly, a catalog of jewelry and gifts was passed around to look at for potential prizes and gifts.
Breed Rescue Report: John Morris forwarded an email to Dave from Benjamin Butterscotch’s new family. He is doing fabulously in his new home. John Morris will be contacting his family and asking permission to use his story in an upcoming Newsletter as well as the CVVC website. The Ad Hoc Committee is still in developmental stages of the new Rescue Guideline Procedures.
Conformation Committee Report: Carol Phelps reports that our entries for the Springfield Show are lower than last year. She noted that there are 20 entries for Sweeps and 53 for the Show. We talked about the “Bring a Six Pack” and it was decided that Ida Tenenbom, Susan Begasse and Carol Phelps will be bringing the coolers. Cake and soda will be provided. Judi Resnick is organizing our raffle.
WE ARE IN GREAT NEED FOR RAFFLE ITEMS AND VOLUNTEERS TO HELP CAROL WITH UNLOADING & SETTING UP!!!
Regarding the 2007 Secaucus show on Friday, February 9th, Carol submitted the Budget Proposal. A motion was made to accept the proposal by Kim Karkut, appropriately seconded and approved by vote. Jackie Argall will be donating two items for the raffle, but we are still in need of another significant donation item. We need to consider how we all can help.
The Club has committed to 6 hours of volunteer work at the February 9th Secaucus Show. WE NEED WORKERS TO SIGN UP FOR SLOTTED TIMES! Linda Morris and Susan Potocik are the only two who have signed up at this time.
As far as the Greenwich Kennel Club Show, we have commitments from Graeme Burdon as the Sweeps judge and Paula Nykiel as the Show judge. As for the Longshore-Southport Show, Ida has confirmed Carol Richards for Sweeps and Helen Lee James for the regular classes.
Carol has expressed to the Board that she needs ideas for trophies for Conformation. Dave will be including this in an email to membership too.
Hunt Test Report: Per the letter that was received by Linda Morris from the AKC, the Hunt Test will be on October 6 and 7, 2007 and Dave will email this to Patrick Cooke for the December Flaherty date draw meeting. Although John Morris was absent, Dave introduced John’s recommendation of the Club sponsoring an AKC Hunt Test Judge’s Educational Seminar sometime next year. A motion was made to host a seminar by Dave, seconded by Elaine and approved by vote ……. pending the approval of the budget.
***The Club needs someone to Chair next year’s Hunt Test ***
Field Trial Report: Dave gave us an update from Joan. He reports that the wrangler has committed. The FT Committee is nearing a concluded 2007 event budget with required supporting detail and narrative and will submit to the board in the near future but sufficiently before the next meeting for approval. The FT Committee will be making a recommendation to the Board to not hold the Hunting Dog Stake in conjunction with the other 9 sanctioned stakes but on another date. The Standing Field Trial Committee has stated that they will continue to plan, organize and execute the Hunting Dog Stakes regardless of the date change as this change is only meant to provide an opportunity for them to better run the sanctioned FT stakes and to better focus on these HD stakes and participants vis a vis mentoring and encouraging the evolution to the appropriate sanctioned FT stakes of the future. Audra Jaconetti will be the FT Secretary. Tony Warchut has decided not to be on the standing committee, but will continue to be available to help the FT and HD stakes dependent on his work obligations. Finally, Dave brought up Joan’s proposal of her purchasing software to support the Field Trial secretary function and her “No Risk” to the club plan.
The Board was very appreciative of Joan’s offer, but asked David to obtain the following from Joan before deciding…………restrictions, if any, as to multiple club members putting on their PC to learn how to use; timing of club ownership; clearer definition of 3 year reimbursement of purchase price and any availability of vendor descriptive software package information.
Health Committee Report: Jackie Argall will have the 2006 Blood Draw Cost Summary at the next meeting…….final tally of number of dogs and cost.
Merchandising: Ida had no updates at this time.
Volunteerism: Elaine asked everyone at what/which level do we want to approach volunteerism. She noted that it is difficult to get people to commit because these days many people have different lifestyles than years past. Some people may feel a level of intimidation and that maybe we need to revamp our mentoring abilities. Many believed that breaking down our requests for volunteerism into specific tasks might be more successful than just asking people to “volunteer”. Job shadowing at future events would be a perfect way to involve interested members who may not otherwise volunteer on their own. Carol will make a list of functions of the Secaucus Show and possible job shadowing, such as; setting up, trophy planning, and labeling. Other job shadowing possibilities that were discussed were bird planting and line marshalling at hunt tests.
New Business: Topics that will be tabled for our next meeting will be Club equipment, storage and the possible purchase of a grill. Dave has asked all to inventory what and how much of each item and bring a list to the holiday party. We will also discuss meeting dates and agendas at the next meeting.
The role of the club President was discussed and it was decided that the President should not be compelled to be a functioning member of every committee nor have a vote but rather be a representative of the Board. The President shall act as a communicator and facilitator for the committee to the board and visa versa and that all committees are to continue to copy the President on all emails and communications in order to support and facilitate this. The change is from this point on and not retroactive. A motion was made to change this guideline by Kim Karkut, seconded by Linda Morris and approved by vote.
Ida confirmed that the Newsletter will be finalized soon after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Motion to adjourn was by Dave Margolin. Seconded by Susan Potocik and agreed to by the Board. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 pm.
Approved Minutes of the October 11, 2006 General Membership Meeting at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.
Recording Secretary Report: Motion was made by David Margolin to approve the minutes of the September 13th, 2006 meeting. Seconded by Kim Himmelfarb and approved by vote.
Corresponding Secretary's Report: Linda Morris reports that she has had no correspondences.
Treasurer's Report: Carol Phelps reported that account balances are as follows: Checking $6047.38; Health 2509.45; Rescue $3799.38; CD $3366.68. To date, we have received dues payments for memberships from 22 members. We just paid our D&O premium. The expenses for Benjamin Buttercup will be paid out of our Breed Rescue Funds. We have an outstanding bill for the 2007 GSA trophies which will be paid this week..
Breed Rescue Report: John Morris reports that Benjamin Butterscotch is doing well and adjusting to his new family. The boarding bill for the Companion Animal Hospital was $377.00. We had already allotted $850.00 towards his care including the $100 donation from the adopting home. There is a balance of $473.00 in which John suggested adding another $27.00 to the $473.00. This would be a total of $500.00 that could be split equally between the VRF and the VCA Welfare Foundation. Dave Margolin asked if there was anyone that opposed this suggestion and there wasn’t. The Board agreed to add another $27.00 towards the donation. There has not been an Ad Hoc Committee meeting yet regarding the development of the new Rescue Guideline Procedures.
Conformation Committee Report: Carol Phelps reports that trophies and judges are done for the Springfield Kennel Club on November26, 2006. Judges are as follows: Greg Gollick for Sweeps and Mary Ann Alston for the show. Carol will ask for a 1:00 ring time. “Bring a six pack” for hospitality will be addressed at the next meeting
Regarding the 2007 Secaucus show on Friday, February 9th, Carol withdrew the application for obedience and the application fee has been returned. There will be All breed Obedience on Friday and All Breed Rally on Saturday. We will sponsor the trophies for the Obedience on Friday, and VCGNY will sponsor the trophies for Rally on Saturday.
We need to donate 6 hours of volunteer time at the February 9th show. WE NEED WORKERS TO SIGN UP FOR SLOTTED TIMES!
As far as the Greenwich Kennel Club Show, Joy Brewster received a commitment from Richard Hilderman as our judge for the Greenwich Kennel Club ’08 Show. She commented to Ida that “He is pricey”. Sandy Jacobus contacted Grahme Burdon as a potential Sweeps judge, but has not heard back from him yet. Ida received a letter from Pam Mannis (the show contact) regarding the Longshore-Sourthport Show. They have agreed to provide the ring, tent and parking that we requested for 2007. This will allow us to be adjacent to the parking area and restrooms. Our ’07 judge will be Helen Lee James.
Budgeting/ Event End Reporting Procedures: Dave reports that the form still requires attention and adjustments. It will probably be an “evolving” form. It will be a generic form that can be tailored to the needs of each event. The procedures will include the minimum requirements needed by type of event.
Hunt Test Report: Dave Margolin reports that the Hunt Test on October 7th & 8th was a success with a total profit of $674.04 after 16 judges, 5 gunners and the event secretary ate for free. However, there were some challenges. The biggest being our constant battle: VOLUNTEERISM. We were severely lacking in bird planting in the junior field on Sunday. The participant feedback was that ours was a well organized event, very sociable and friendly as well as the judges were helpful in that they took time after to discuss scores with participants and had training suggestions. Attending board members noted having Richard Teodore as the event secretary was a big benefit and would suggest using him again next year. Dave Margolin mentioned that his fees are going from $2.75 to $3.25 an entry, but that would have had a negligible effect on this year’s results and the consensus was that he is well worth it. Also, Dave indicated that postage fees for a 625 mailing were costly this year and that next year the mailing approach will result in lower cost………..at least 1/3 of the current mailing list has email addresses so those people will be emailed rather than land mailed next year.
Field Trial Report: Marissa Fowler reports that she has had no correspondence. This is the Field Trial Committee structure as a result of two club members that have requested to serve on the committee: Patrick Cooke, Marissa Fowler, Dick Frawley, Joan Heimbach, Audra Jaconetti, Sue Newell, Tony Warchut, and Dave Margolin (President sits on every committee and votes only when there is a tie).
It was noted that Patrick Cooke needs to prepare a budget and review/fine tune it with the FT committee before submitting to the Board in November for review and approval. The new Event Budgeting and Reporting procedure requires applicable budgets to be submitted 30 days prior to AKC submission date with that being 3 months for Field Trials so the due date to the board is December (based on usual April Field Trial date), but Dave Margolin indicated the Holiday Party meeting wouldn’t be an appropriate time and place to review it sufficiently so changed the date of submission to the board to be the November meeting.
Here’s an update on Joan Heimbach, who is recuperating in Hagerstown, MD, after falling from her mule during a field trial in Maryland. She is actively searching for another rehabilitation facility since the current facility is orientated towards the elderly and it is possible that this new facility will be somewhat local to where she lives in upper Westchester County, NY and hopefully the change will take place shortly.
Health Committee Report: Jackie Argall reported that there were a total of 107 dogs for the blood draw. She will have a cost summary for next month’s meeting. Dave Margolin noted that the blood draw was a splendid success and thanked Jackie as well as all of the committee members.
Fun Day Report: Susan Potocik reported that the CVVC Fun Day on September 16th, 2006 had about 45 CVVC members participating. The total income from the event was $118.65. She commented that we received great feedback from participants and had incredible support from the members who helped run the event.
Meeting Program Committee: Next meeting (Board) will be on November16, 2006. The location still needs to be determined. Our holiday party will be 12/10/2006 at Stephanie Reeder’s home.
Volunteerism: We didn’t cover this topic since Elaine Poulin was not in attendance and she is leading this project.
New Business: Ida presented a few sample pieces with our CVVC logo and asked for input and ideas. She commented that the hardest part is deciding what to order. It was agreed upon to look into prices for fleece jackets, hats, t-shirts and vests. Ida and Sandy Jacobus will research our options. Ida sold three hats at the meeting!
Our fall Newsletter will be ready in November, and Jackie and David will be assembling them since they both live fairly close to one another and the Editors…Steve and Ida Tenenbom. All show wins published in the Newsletter are free to all CVVC members. Susan Potocik recommended that we increase our Newsletter advertising rates, and here is the new fee schedule that was determined by the board (to be effective with our Winter 2007 newsletter): Cover $30.00 Full page w/ photo $20.00 Full page, no photo $15.00
Cheer Cards: The Corresponding Secretary handles mailing these out. The Board authorized expenditure of up to $50 for a fruit/flower arrangement for Joan Heimbach. It was also decided to send Joan & Mark Toepke a sympathy card for her father’s passing, and to send a get well card to Anne Denehy as she recovers from heart surgery.
Motion to adjourn was by Marissa Fowler. Seconded by Ida Tenebom and agreed to by the Board. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 pm.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC Board Meeting Held on September 13, 2006 at TGIF's in Waterbury.
Recording Secretary Report: Motion was made by Carol Phelps to approve the minutes of the August 9th 2006 meeting. Seconded by Susan Potocik, and approved by vote.
Corresponding Secretary's Report: Linda Morris reports that she received contact information from the AKC about the Legislative Liaison Program. The GSA Specialty has been approved and confirmed by the AKC.
Treasurer's Report: Carol Phelps reported that account balances are as follows: Checking $4068.42; Health $2509.45; Rescue $3697.69; CD $3357.93. After discussion, it was decided to have the Certificate of Deposit renew automatically on 10/06/2006 for 274 days. The dues notices will go out in a few weeks with the General Trophy Fund letter. There have been some changes to the trophy fund. Each member may now specify an allocation of their general trophy fund donation to either show, field trial or hunt test events. If nothing is specified then it will default to show events.
Breed Rescue Report: John Morris reports that Benjamin Butterscotch has been placed with his family in New Hampshire. They also have another vizsla from Central New England Rescue. The family donated $100.00 to our rescue fund which we will put toward our contribution of $750 already authorized. After payment of the boarding of 325-$350, it was voted to split the remaining balance evenly between the VRF and the VCA Welfare Foundation.
A motion was made by Dave Margolin and seconded by Kim Karkut, with the Board voting in the affirmative, to establish an Ad Hoc Committee to revise the rescue guidelines similar to those of the Central New England club. A Committee made up of Susan Potocik, Carol Phelps and John Morris will undertake the development of this new Rescue Guideline.
Conformation Committee Report: Carol Phelps reports that trophies and judges are done for the Springfield Kennel Club on November26, 2006. Judges are as follows: Greg Gollick for Sweeps and Mary Ann Alston for the show. “Bring a six pack” for hospitality will be addressed at the October meeting.
Regarding the 2007 Secaucus show, Sweeps Judge is Pat Boelte and Specialty Judge is Judy Harrington. Carol has withdrawn our application for Obedience because there is an All Breed Obedience already slated. She states that she is not sure if we will be reimbursed our $25.00 fee (Note: since the meeting, a refund of this $25 obedience application fee has been received).
Ida Tenebom is still working on judges for the Greenwich Kennel Club. Susan Potocik will be investigating alternative shows for CVVC to support instead of Longshore-Southport (e.g., Pioneer Valley was one such possibility), with the goal of finding a show on a less busy weekend closer to our home base in Connecticut. VCGNY is now supporting the Friday show on that Greenwich/Longshore weekend so it is a very busy weekend, and Ida will investigate whether Longshore-Sourthport would be willing to offer the same concessions to CVVC as the NY club is receiving. The Conformation Committee will report back to the Board once it has all the information.
Hunt Test Report: Dave Margolin reports that Rich Loomis submitted the DEP application, will make sure the Dearborn gate is open early Friday morning for Dick Frawley and Leah Resnick to deliver the birds and put them in the crates and then leave the gate closed but unlocked so early arrivers can have access for their vehicles, etc………….with some arriving the night before.
A question arose as to whether the club’s old field grill is useable.
Field Trial Report: Marissa Fowler, as a member of the FT committee, reports from Joan Heimbach that most of the activity is centered on communication with prospective and new members. Audra Jaconetti and Sue Newell, both from RI, have agreed to serve on the committee. Audra is willing to learn the responsibilities of FT Secretary. Next month the committee will address some areas that need improvement in running the event. Audra will also have a FT stake descriptive summary about opportunities to work young dogs to anyone interested at the “Fun Day”.
Health Committee Report: Jackie Argall reported that there are 25 dogs for both Avon and Norwalk respectively for the blood draws scheduled for September 19th.
Fun Day Report: Susan Potocik reports that there are 22 dogs entered for the “Intro to Birds” Ages range from 3 Months to 9 years with a fee of $25.00 each. She went to the preserve on Monday 9/11/2006. The grounds are in good shape with heavy cover. There are 11 dogs entered for the Conformation handling and Match with a fee of $15.00. The luncheon will be from 12:00- 1:00 pm., which will consist of hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, drink and dessert for $5.00. Patsy Dahlinghaus will be shopping and coordinating the luncheon. At this time, there is enough money in entries to cover expenses, with about $100.00 profit.
Meeting Program Committee: Next meeting is a General Membership Meeting and will be held on Wednesday October 11, 2006, At Jefferson House in Newington. Subsequent dates are 11/16/2006 (Board) at Bertucci’s in Newington and 12/10/2006 for our holiday party at Stephanie Reeder’s home pending her acceptance of the date. (Note she has accepted this date)
New Members: A motion was made by Susan Potocik to accept new members Jessica Riley, Richard Bennington, Henry Grant, Stefanie and Karl Trudeau, Meryl & Bill Fiedelman, Iren and Frank Kokai and Audra Jaconetti. Seconded by Kim Karkut and accepted by vote.
David suggested the Welcome to the Club letter should come from the club president and it was agreed to by all.
Volunteerism: Elaine Poulin states that we need to get more club members involved and how do we approach the topic. She thinks we need to be more aggressive with volunteerism. She and Dave Margolin came up with some possible ideas:
· Pamphlets to new members
· Develop a mentor network
· Send out a questionnaire with club dues renewal
Kim Himmelfarb states that we need direct communication with all our members, when a need for help arises, as it is more personal and likely would result in more favorable responses. Many noted what a positive outcome we had with telephone outreach to the membership for the Greenwich specialty hospitality.
Old Business: None. Merchandise will be discussed at the next meeting in October.
New Business: Carol Phelps reports that we will aim to have the membership directory available in January 2007. We just need to figure out how to do it.
Dave Margolin discussed a club member’s thought about the possible need for a Fundraising Committee and if “yes” what is the fundraising for. Should we be earmarking a special committee or should the Board handle it on an as needed basis? It was agreed that the board should be handling it at this time on an as needed basis.
Cheer Cards: Brought up by Dave Margolin. Linda Morris and Susan Potocik stated that the Corresponding Secretary normally does this and Dave Margolin will mention cheer cards in the next newsletter with the need for members to notify Linda, current Corresponding Secretary, of personal milestone events so a cheer card can be sent…….personal events can include illnesses as well as personal achievements, births, etc. in addition to their Vizsla brags.
Motion to adjourn was by Carol Phelps. Seconded by Marissa Fowler and agreed to by the Board. Meeting adjourned at 8:32 pm.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on August 9, 2006 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.
In attendance: The meeting was held at Jefferson House in Newington, CT. David Margolin called the meeting to order at 7:30. In attendance were: Joan Heimbach, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Judi Reznik, Ida Tenenbom, David Margolin, Carol Phelps, Jackie Argall, Susan Potocik, Elaine Poulin, Marissa Fowler, John & Linda Morris, and Rick Diotalevi.
Motion was made by Joan Heimbach amend the minutes of the last meeting to include the fact that the field trial has had a successful financial history over the previous years, prior to one financial loss year AND that no mention was made in the minutes of the fact that a multi-page article with photos about the Spring Field Trial was featured in the last issue of the VCA News. Seconded by Carol Phelps, and approved by vote.
Motion made by Marissa Fowler to delete "and were not competitive" from minutes about Cons to running a Field Trial. Seconded by David Margolin and approved by vote. Motion made by Susan Potocik to accept minutes of last meeting, second by David Margolin, voted and approved.
Corresponding Secretary's Report: Linda Morris reports that the AKC has sent a letter closing out the Greenwich Specialty. Also received from AKC was: Application for Special Attraction, "Teeny Dots Arts", and "Pets Educating People". Letter from New England Sporting Group Show in Fitchburg 3-17-07 and 3-18-07 requesting our participation. Letter from Day Kimball Hospital confirming our Hospice donation in the name of John Stevens. Thank you letter from Susanne Gray for judging our Sweeps. Thank you letter from Susan Potocik for judging Sweeps at Longshore Kennel Club. Thank you letter from Ruth Sinclair for hospice donation in name of John Stevens. Joan Heimbach suggested a thank you be sent to Beth Molnar at VCA News for the article on CVVC mentioned earlier.
Treasurer's Report: Carol Phelps reported that account balances are as follows: Checking $5,058.39; Health $2636.78; Rescue $3546; CD $3350.
Breed Rescue: John Morris reports a note and donation of $150 received from Appy for one of Dennis Witzke's dogs. The dog Benjamin Butterscotch (dog turned over to Vet in Groton) has had surgery and is doing well. Bill of $3769 was covered by Vizsla Rescue Foundation and VCA rescue and veterinarian reducing his fee. Board approved the use of $750 earlier to cover medical costs and decided that this money should be used at John Morris' discretion to help in the rehabilitation of this animal. Handout by David Margolin on "What a Rescue Should Be". Contents to be discussed at next meeting.
Conformation Committee: Greenwich Long Shore. Ida Tenenbom reports on Greenwich Longshore: Trophy Expense $1,466.39; other expenses $487.26 for Total Expenses of $1953.65. Total income: $1423.90. Total cost to CVVC of Specialty and Supported Entry was ($529.75). Next year the New York Vizsla Club is going to do a supported entry at the Taconic Show. Springfield Kennel Club Show: Carol Phelps wrote to Mr. Davies with list of judges and was able to get Mary Ann Alston to judge the show and Greg Gollick to judge the sweeps. Trophies have been purchased and limited hospitality (due to constraints imposed by show venue) will be cake and beverages brought by members. Secaucus: Sweeps Judge is Pat Boelte and Specialty is Judy Harrington. New York Club has Jim Burns as judge with Rachel Romano as Sweeps Judge. Also there will be a sporting dog specialty at the same venue on Thursday preceding. Discussion if we should add obedience/rally at our show. Joan Heimbach requested if we would put hunt dog premium flyer on our club table at the show. Board approved.
Hunt Test: Dave Margolin stated that he solicited all area sporting breed clubs to help promote our Hunt test via printing our announcement in their newsletter and putting on their web site and that we will do the same for their events if they wish. He mentioned that so far the Central New England Brittany Club as well as 2 Irish Setter clubs have replied favorably and the Brittany club has already emailed it to their membership."
Field Trial: Handout from David Margolin. Motion from Carol Phelps that: A functioning Standing Committee, defined as a group of members who are actively involved in planning the event and charged with the responsibility for ensuring that all requirements necessary to the running of the event have been addressed. Seconded by Elaine Poulin. Approved by vote. Motion from Carol Phelps that: All event Chairs must be on their respective standing committees and responsive to both committee and board of directors. Second by Susan Potocik. Voted and approved with dissension from Kim Himmelfarb on the second motion. Joan Heimbach reports that Field Trial Committee with exception of Marissa Fowler have resigned. Also, Tom Hassinger (wrangler) will be doing fall Field Trials at Flaherty in a more limited capacity.
Health Committee: Jackie Argall reports that Golden's Bridge blood draw cost: $127.33.
Fun Day: Susan Potocik reports that premium for our September 16th Fun Day is going out with the newsletter. AM will be Intro to Birds PM will be Conformation and Fun Match. Sandy Regula will be handling hospitality at the event.
Meeting Program Committee: Next meeting (Board Meeting) is Wednesday September 13, 2006, at TGIF's in Waterbury at 6:45PM. Subsequent meetings: October 11, 2006, and November 15, 2006.
Motion to adjourn by Carol Phelps. Second by Rick Diotalevi. Meeting adjourned at 9:25PM.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC Board Meeting Held on July 17, 2006 at the Karkuts in Oxford, CT.
In attendance: The meeting was held at
the Karkut home. David Margolin called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm. In
attendance were: Carol Phelps, David Margolin, Kim Karkut, Jackie Argall,
Elaine Poulin, Judi Reznick, Dennis Witzke, Rick Diotalevi, Joan Heimbach,
Linda Morris, Ida Tenenbom, Kim Himmelfarb and Susan Potocik. Elaine Poulin
moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the June 10, 2006 meeting and Carol
Phelps seconded the motion.
David Margolin requested the meeting proceed a bit out of order, to
accommodate Field Trial Committee chair Joan Heimbach’s need to depart early.
2006 Field Trial Committee Report: Dave Margolin
indicated that he wanted to first present the results of what both he and
Carol Phelps came up during their get together over the preceding weekend to
discuss the results of the 2006 Field Trial since they were concerned the
future of the event could be in jeopardy and they wanted to come up with
requirements that would help insure for the continuity of the event in the
future.
Dave then stated that Carol would present and mutually discuss the results of
that get together as the event took place during her holding of the office of
President.
Carol prefaced the discussion with the mention that the spirit of the whole to
be discussion was not to make Joan by any means the scapegoat for the
disappointing financial results, etc. of the event and that both she and I
recognize and appreciate the huge effort she put in.
At that point, Carol Phelps distributed a handout (see at end of minutes)
representing the pros and cons of the field trial as well as things that both
she and Dave deemed as needed in order to continue with the event in the
future and insure for a more successful undertaking and perhaps avoidance of a
loss as was the case this year with the $800 to $900 shortcoming.
In abbreviated form, those things needed were stated to be:
- A functioning standing committee defined as members who are involved
from
planning through running of the event including involvement in
selection of judges
as well as determination of stakes and whether open or closed status
- FT Event chairperson must be a member of the committee and responsive
to both
the committee and board of directors
- There must be more timely and accurate budgeting and end reporting of
the event
Much board of director and attendee discussion evolved from this handout and
then Joan Heimbach, Field Trial Committee Chair, presented an accounting of
the event with reconciliation of the loss meaning the things that contributed
to the unfortunate bad luck as it was defined.
Joan attributed the loss to:
- Cost of professional secretary
- Increased cost of birds and horses
- Trophy and additional judge costs associated with expansion of Hunting
Dog Stakes
- Loss of entries due to one pro going to another field trial, last
minute cancellations
associated with another pro's truck breaking down and having to pull
several dogs
due to no transportation for them and other participants canceling as
bitches came into
season or had finished their dogs during the previous weekend
- Cost of additional judges (gifts, meals and hotel) resulting from other
judge cancellations
for the regular sanctioned stakes
- Fewer club entries in both Hunting dog stakes, Amateur Walking Derby
and
Amateur Walking Puppy which had to be canceled due to just one
entry......
event was geared to junior dogs and walking handlers.
- Reduced raffle support due to lack of CVVC items resulting in a modest
offering
generating an equally modest interest and financial result
Also, Joan discussed inadequate club helper support in many area such as
kitchen, judge's dinner, event setup, cleanup, line marshalling and other
necessary tasks other than some members showing up for a short period of time
and offering help while they were going to be there............However, Joan
did state that the exception to this was in the Hunting Dog Stakes where Patsy
Dahlinghaus, John Morris, Elaine Poulin, Florence Duggan as well as Justin and
Elizabeth Sausker who were incredibly supportive and helpful.
Some board members did take exception to the lack of club helper support
mention for the following reasons:
- One said that neither she nor her husband (FT Committee members) had
been
contacted during the planning, etc phase even
though they specifically committed to help at the very beginning in
those
areas at a minimum and were only contacted to work two days before the
event....it was
stated if committee members are excluded from the event planning and
prep activities, it
is less than likely they will be supportive in the actual event
workload
- Another said the physical segregation of the Hunting Dog stakes
participants
from the regular sanctioned stake environment was negative and didn't
help in
motivating those people to pitch in elsewhere after these stakes, etc.
as they may
not have felt to be part of the overall event
Joan went on to provide recommendations as follows and mentioned several of
them were
provided by Patrick Cooke:
- Contacting pros in advance as soon as dates are known so they can block
our dates
out on their calendar
- Member breeders should encourage their puppy people to enter Hunting
Dog and
amateur juvenile walking stakes
- Encouragement of regular AKC Hunt Test participants to enter both
Hunting Dog stakes
- Advance phone contact of membership for help in all areas such as
kitchen, marshalling, bird planting, etc.
- Better the raffle by collecting items at other events
- Independent raffle for the benefit of Field Trials at other club events
- Encourage members to contribute hotel reward points from any programs
they're
enrolled in to help reduce judge's accommodation costs
- Raise fees
- Judges dinner being made free with sponsor paying for steaks and club
paying
for all else
- Commercial sponsorship
- Forego expectation of hospitality break even at a minimum
- Solicit trophy donations
- Idea of using judge's with horses in the future in conjunction with a
more limited #
of horses from a wrangler in order to lower cost of horses as well as
have sufficient #
available due to lack of onsite wrangler in the future
As a result of all of the above, several conclusions were made:
- Dave Margolin recommended the institution of a formal budgeting and
event reporting
within 30 days of event end requirement applicable to all events
and Carol Phelps motioned for such with Kim Himmelfarb seconding and
the board
unanimously approving. Carol Phelps was asked by Dave to chair and set
up an Ad
Hoc committee to come up with the approach, forms, etc for board
approval and said
committee should be made up of members from each actual club event area
- Dennis Witzke expressed the need to promote all aspects of the club and
a need to
keep the Flaherty grounds seniority position ..............make FT work
- Kim Himmelfarb suggested a fun FT match as was done in the past as a
means to
educate and develop future membership interest
- Rick Diotalevi agreed/noted the importance of promotion and education
and that we
need to educate the membership as well as individual
committees......maybe we should
re-issue Joan Heimbach's Field Trial newsletter
- Joan Heimbach is to put together a Field Trial Information handout
package to
membership
- Rick Diotalevi suggested an informational program during lunch at the
Fun Day and
maybe include a slide show and Elaine Poulin had a thought of a booklet
for each
activity
- Joan Heimbach will contact the current FT Committee members to
determine their
interest in continuing on the committee according to the concept of a
functioning
standing committee and revamp the committee as needed
Dave Margolin additionally asked the board members to think further about any
ideas, etc and be able to discuss at the next meeting as well as thanked Joan
for her efforts in both the Field Trial event and this review.
Treasurer’s Report: Carol Phelps reported account balances as follows:
checking $6,854.05, CD $3,342.48, Breed Rescue $3,544.38, and the Health Fund
$2,636.78.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik sent new officers
names to AKC. Linda Morris is getting new correspondence. The Club received
thank you notes from judges Dorothy McDonald, Susan Gray and Susan Potocik.
Breed Rescue: Linda Morris reported for John Morris that the female
from Naugatuck was placed in Southbury.
Conformation Committee Report: Ida Tenenbom reported Greenwich/Longshore
expenses to be $1,949.65 with an income so far of $1,358.90 with a small
income piece still to come......she stated that a final reporting should be
available at the next meeting.
Carol Phelps reported Greg Gollick will be the sweeps judge for the SKC show
on Sunday November 26, 2006 and Pat Boelte will be the sweeps judge for the
2007 GSA Secaucus, NJ show with Judi Harrington as the regular classes judge.
Jackie Argall volunteered to chair the 2007 GSA Secaucus show.
The Conformation Committee submitted the following list, in ranking order of
preference, of judges for both sweepstakes and regular judges for the future
and Dave Margolin motioned to accept with Susan Potocik seconding and the
motion passed unanimously.
Final Regular Judge Ranking Final
Sweepstake Judge Ranking
Mary Ann Alston Graem
Burdon
Richard Hilderman Carol Richards
Kathy Rust Barb Ehlers
Barbara Alderman Francois
Bernier
Kimberly Meredith-Cavanna Joe Diaz
Pluis Davern Dorothy
Collier
Joy Brewster Fred Olson
Terri Hundt Pat
Crowley
Alvin Kraus Alex
Richard
Dorothy Hutchinson Jim Dillon
2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: David Margolin stated
everything is in place for the hunt test but submitted a proposed budget for
the upcoming hunt test and noted we likely will make less money this year due
to rising bird costs, the cost of the professional hunt test secretary and the
need to buy junior ribbons.
Health Committee Report: Jackie Argall reported she is in possession
of 2 Arachini wraps, donated by Marty and Fred Spoor, which will be raffled.
Judi Reznick led a discussion on using E-bay, raffling at Nationals or a
Specialty until Kim Karkut made a motion to raffle one At Secaucus and hold
the other one until we see how we do with the first. Rick Diotalevi seconded,
and the motion passed. The September 19th blood draws will be held at 2
locations: In Norwalk from noon to 2pm; Avon/Bristol from 6:30-8pm. More
information regarding this event is forthcoming.
Fun Day Committee Report: This September 16, 2006 will be the date of
the fun day at Mill Stream, Columbia, Ct. Susan Potocik reported because of
poor support there will be no versatility testing, but will offer and
introduction to birds in the morning and an introduction to conformation in
the afternoon followed by a match show. Mentors will be needed to spend time
in the field. Brochures will be in the next newsletter.
Meeting Program Committee: Carol Phelps suggested less meetings
with programs after as there has been poor prior
attendance which is embarrassing to the club and perhaps fewer programs will
stimulate greater membership interest.....she suggested we limit the programs
to maybe 2 a year and everyone agreed.
Also, David reported the polling of the board members as to meeting start
times indicated most were flexible and he suggested we start regular meetings
at 7:00 PM and the twice a year meetings with programs after at 6:30 PM and
everyone agreed.
New Business: Elaine Poulin requested that since this meeting was so
long, we set aside time at our August meeting to discuss membership. Judi
Reznick asked the Board for a budget for a basket for the Nationals silent
auction. Carol Phelps made a motion to budget $125. Ida Tenenbom seconded
and the motion passed. Ida noted that of the 25 caps with the new CVVC logo
ordered, only 4 were left for sale. Tabled items included merchandise, cheer
cards, and mentoring tie in.
Meeting Adjourned: A motion was made by Rick Diotalevi to adjourn,
seconded by Carol Phelps. The meeting adjourned at 10:15pm.
Discussion Issues – Field Trial
1. There are pros & cons to having a field trial – the big issue is
whether CVVC should continue to run its traditional spring field trial, and if
yes, what changes need to be implemented to ensure its success from all
perspectives. This is a decision which ultimately must involve the
membership of the club – it is too big a decision for just the Board to act
without input.
Pros To Running a Trial
1. This is the only event at which vizslas can get points toward an FC or
AFC.
2. There is historical significance to the event. We have held a field
trial almost since the inception of the club.
3. If we don’t run a trial, we may lose our priority at Flaherty. If we
skip one year, will we still have priority the next year? Would losing our
priority affect our ability to get the grounds for a nationals event? What
must we run to maintain our priority?
4. For the most part, the event seems to have a good reputation. From what
has been reported, it sounds like the event was successful from the
perspective of the participants.
5. Any others?
Cons To Running a Trial
(with Possible Solutions)
1. The event is run primarily for non-club members. Only 6 CVVC members
participated, and 2 of them walked and thus were not competitive. A corollary
to this is that because there is so little interest in this event, few club
members are willing to step forward and work.
2. The event lost over $800.00. An event which does not appeal to nor
benefit the overwhelming majority of a club should not drain money from the
club. It must at least break even, and because it imposes a significant
potential liability on club insurance policies, it should probably make money
to help fund a portion of the insurance. Possible Solution: Careful formal
budgeting by the Field Trial Committee prior to Board approval of the event.
Adherance to the budget. Separate handling of funds and careful oversight of
kitchen and hospitality with adequate pricing (hospitality should not lose
money). Establish an ad hoc committee to develop formal budgeting and
reporting forms for ALL CVVC Events.
3. The Field Trial Committee has been largely excluded from decision
making and participation in setting up and running the trial. This is the
committee that should be proposing all the specifics of the stakes to be run
(walking, retrieving, open/closed, etc.). The Field Trial Committee should
also be voting on potential judges, just like the Conformation Committee. The
Chair of the Event for the past two years has not been willing to serve on the
Field Trial Committee and has not been responsive to that Committee or the
Board. Possible Solution: Require the Chair of the event to sit on the
Field Trial Committee. Revamp this committee so that we have an operational
Field Trial Committee that is involved in overseeing the entire event. Have
the President contact each member of the Committee and find out whether they
want to serve. Require attendance of one Field Trial Committee Representative
at each CVVC meeting.
4. We need much more accurate and timely financial accounting and
reporting FOR ALL EVENTS. However, this is the only CVVC event where there
is a constant struggle each year to get a handle on the financial outcome. We
want to acknowledge that Joan has made a valiant effort to keep the Board
apprised and has assumed a lot of the Chair’s liaison reporting requirements
as well as overseeing of hospitality. However, she is only one person and she
can’t do it all – nor should she. It is not fair to her nor is it fair to the
members of the Field Trial Committee.
Deposits and payments are still being submitted nearly three months after the
event. From the checkbook register, it is difficult to establish the net
outcome of components of the event to plan better for next year (the
accounting should be distinctly split between field trial entries and
expenses, hospitality and field trial dinner). Perhaps Joan can help sort this
out better when the Field Trial Committee analyzes this event in detail. Possible Solution: Divide the income and expenses into these three categories
as was historically done so we can make better decisions. The Chair of the
event must be responsive to the Field Trial Committee and to the Board of
Directors. A representative from this committee must be at all
meetings. Establish an ad hoc committee to develop formal budgeting forms and
reporting forms for ALL CVVC Events. We need to also revisit the issue of
timely reporting.
5. It is getting more and more difficult to procure horses – the
on-site wrangler has left, and with the cost of gas, prices for horses may be
out of sight next year. This will be a critical piece of the budgeting process
and must be investigated immediately. With everything going up in cost (birds,
etc.) our fees will probably have to go up.
6. Any others?
II. Alternatively, if a traditional field trial is not possible, do
we want to investigate holding a WALKING FIELD TRIAL. This would at least
preserve some of the history, would maintain our seniority at Flaherty, and
would appeal to a larger segment of our club membership. One potential problem
with holding a walking trial is that the horse expense would still need to be
incurred, and we may not have the entries to support that fixed cost. It is
imperative that the Field Trial Committee begin exploring the wrangler options
and costs NOW so that the Board has the information we need to make a sound
decision.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on June 10, 2006 at the Greenwich Kennel Club show, Norwalk, CT.
In attendance: The meeting was held at
the conclusion of the Greenwich KC Specialty. Carol Phelps called the meeting to
order at 3:15 pm. In attendance were: Carol Phelps, David Margolin, Kim and
Ron Karkut, Jackie Argall, Mike and Elaine Poulin, Sandy Jacobus, Judi Reznick,
Dennis Witzke, Rick Diotalevi, Joan Heimbach, Susan Nakamura, John and Linda
Morris, Ida Tenenbom, Joan Toepke, Patsy Dahlinghaus, Richard Loomis, Dee
Chuisano, Diana Easton, Ainslie Grannis, Iva Fischer. Susan Nakamura moved to
accept the secretary’s minutes of the May 17, 2006 meeting and David Margolin
seconded the motion.
Treasurer’s Report: Sandy Jacobus reported for Saul Himmelfarb account
balances roughly as follows: checking $6,000, CD $3,000, Breed Rescue $3,200,
and the Health Fund $2,700.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Carol Phelps reported for Susan
Potocik there was no correspondence to report other than information on a few
field training seminars being held over the summer. Contact Susan for
information.
Breed Rescue: John Morris reported he has a female in Naugatuck possibly
needing to be placed.
Confirmation Committee: The supported entry show will be the
Springfield KC show on Sunday, November 20, with sweeps and veteran sweeps. No
judge has been selected yet. The GSA 2007 Secaucus , NJ show sweeps judge will
be Pat Boelte and the regular classes judge is Judi Harrington.
2006 Field Trial Committee Report: Joan Heimbach reported that bad luck
with entries pulling out had an effect on the finances, but it was an overall
success. The next CVVC newsletter will have a write-up as well as the VCA
newsletter.
2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: David Margolin reported the dates for
the test this year are October 7 and 8, 2006, at the Dearbourne Tract at
Flaherty Field trial Area.
Fun Day Committee Report: This September 16, 2006 will be the date of
the fun day at Mill Stream, Columbia, Ct. This event will offer Versatility
testing as well as an introduction to birds.
Health Committee Report: Susan Nakamura reported the blood draw of May
22, 2006 was a success, with 25 samples obtained. The board has yet to vote on 2
more collections in September, on the 9th in Avon, CT and on the 19th in
Norwalk, CT. This testing is for a hereditary form of epilepsy.
The club was offered the following names for membership into the CVVC:
Ken Byrne Mary
Brunell-Robert A Cote, Jr.
Peter Lynch-Franlesla Harris Fred, Marty, Steve
Spoon
Britt Jung
A motion to accept the names was made by Susan Nakamura and seconded by Dee
Chuisano. The motion passed.
The Nominating Committee then offered the following slate for an official
election vote:
Officers:
Board
of Directors:
President * David Margolin
Rick Diotalevi
V. President * Susan Potocik
Marisa Fowler
Treasurer * Carol Phelps
Kim Himmelfarb
Corresponding Secretary * Linda Morris Elaine
Poulin
Recording Secretary * Kim Karkut Ida
Tenenbom
Rick Diotalevi moved that the Secretary cast one ballot, Which Elaine Poulin
did, and all were approved.
New Business:
Ainslie Grannis reported the “Dog Whisperer”, Cesar Milan, would be at the Bronx
Zoo on June 17, 2006. Iva Fisher reported that the National Chair from VCA
Nationals is looking for donations for the Silent Auction. Judi Resnick agreed
to research ideas for our clubs
Meeting Adjourned:
A motion made by Linda Morris to adjourn, was seconded by Richard Loomis. The
meeting adjourned at 3:40pm.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on May 17, 2006 at Bertucci's Restaurant, Newington, CT.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on April 19, 2006 at Jefferson House, Newington, CT.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC Board Meeting held at Paws N Effect on March 18, 2006.
Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,282.00, Rescue $3,575.00, Checking Account $5,999 and the Health Fund Account $2,660.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report: No report
Breed Rescue: John Morris reported that there are no
dogs in rescue at this time. However, he did report that a
four year old neutered male from
Conformation Committee:
Ida Tenebom reported that there is nothing new to report regarding the June 10 specialty. Ida did request someone to oversee the hospitality for this specialty. If anyone is interested please contact her at vizslas@aol.com. Also, Ida inquired about the possibility of paying for one night hotel for future sweeps judges. A motion, based upon the travel distance of the judge and a request from such judge, was put forth by Linda Morris and 2nd by Sandy Jacobus to pay for the overnight hotel stay.
Carol reported that she is still waiting for the accounting from the February GSA specialty.
2006 Field Trial Committee Report: No report from the field trial committee.
· Premiums were emailed by Elaine Poulin to the club membership on March 7th.
2006 Hunt Test Committee Report:
· David Margolin stated that there is nothing new to report other than that the selection of the judges will start in April.
· Rich Teodore has combined our mailing list with Nutmeg GSP and Wiemaraner for the hunt test premium.
· David requested that the hunt test premium be added to CVVC’s newsletter and mailed out two months prior to test.
Health Committee Report: Carol Phelps reported that the health committee has selected Jackie Argall as its chairperson.
Publication Committee Report:
§ A request to buy envelopes to enclose the newsletter for mailings was accepted.
§ For submitting articles for future newsletters please send
to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner,
Fun Day Committee:
Fun Day – September 2006:
· A fun day to possibly offer Versatility testing and intro to birds was proposed for either September 16th or 17th. Sites for this one day event will be looked into by Elaine Poulin, Judy Resnick and Carol Phelps.
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
Nominating Committee:
§ Susan Potocik reported that the committee, which consisted of Jackie Argall, Sandy Regula and herself, has proposed the following slate of officers and board of directors for the upcoming elections to be held following the June 10th Greenwich K.C. specialty.
Officers: Board of Directors:
President – David Margolin Rick Diotalevi
V. President – Susan Potocik Marisa Fowler
Treasurer – Carol Phelps Kim Himmelfarb
Corresponding Secretary – Linda Morris Elaine Poulin
Recording Secretary – Kim Karkut Ida Tenenbom
Additional nominations are welcomed and will be accepted from the floor at the May 17, 2006 meeting.
Old Business:
Late submission of CVVC membership dues.
§ A motion to charge a $10 late fee for the submission of membership renewal dues after December 31st and an absolute last chance of renewal deadline of March 31st was put forth and accepted
Meeting Adjourned: A motion by Saul Himmelfarb and 2nd by David Margolin to adjourned the meeting at 12:50 PM
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on February 22, 2006 at the home of Ron & Kim Karkut in Oxford CT.
In attendance: The meeting took place at Kim & Ron Karkut home in
Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,282.00, Rescue $3,780.00, Checking Account $6,183 and the Health Fund Account $2,660.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported receiving several notifications from AKC for the $25 payment for the event application for the Field Trial, which had already been sent in. AKC sent a final letter recognizing receipt of the check. Susan also received a brochure selling ribbons and trophies, which Ida was given for possible future trophies purchase.
Breed Rescue: Linda Morris gave the report in John’s absence. There are currently Vizslas in rescue. However, in the weeks prior to this meeting, John reported to the board via email that there was a 5-6 year old Vizsla bitch that was possibly lost in the Old Saybrook area. At this meeting, Jackie Argall stated that the Vizsla is back with its owner; however, the owner was trying to reach John Morris to possibly place the dog in rescue. We will have John report back to the board at the next meeting regarding the status of this dog.
Conformation Committee:
Ida Tenebom reported that there is nothing new to report regarding the June 10 specialty. Ida did request someone to oversee the hospitality for this specialty. If anyone is interested please contact her at vizslas@aol.com. Also, Ida inquired about any new developments in CVVC possibly holding a supported entry with any other kennel clubs in the future. Carol responded that we have not finished exploring that option.
Carol reported that thanks to Judy Resnick efforts, $700 was raised from the raffle conducted at the February 10 GSA specialty. The board has decided to donate the $700 towards the fund raising efforts on a national level for the training of a Vizsla named Noah, for Debi Oakley. Debi, an events chairperson who is very much involved in VCA was involved in a terrible car accident just before the VCA Nationals last November. Noah, a Vizsla bred by Debi, was trained as an assisted therapy dog by its owner. That owner has passed away and Noah has come back to Debi. Noah is a very good candidate to be trained as a wheel chair assistant dog for Debi at this time of need. However, the cost to retrain Noah is high. Hopefully, this $700 donation will help to defray some of that cost.
2006 Field Trial Committee Report: A discussion took place since January’s meeting via email with the board and Joan Heimbach who requested that the board remove the requirement for the Hunting Dog Superior entrants to have at least 1 leg towards the Senior Hunter title. After a board vote of 4 to remove the requirement, 3 to leave requirement, 1 abstained, 1 undecided and 1 did not respond with a vote, it was decided to remove the requirement. Joan Heimbach, via communication with Carol, reported that John Morris and Patsy Dahlinghaus will oversee the management of the Hunting Dog stake at the field trial.
2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: David Margolin stated that there is nothing new to report other than that the selection of the judges will start in April.
Health Committee Report: Carol Phelps reported that Susan Nakamura has resigned as the health committee chairperson, but would like to remain on that committee. The health committee will select a new chairperson.
Publication Committee Report: § The next newsletter was supposed to be collated and prepared for mailing at this meeting but has been delay for a few days.
§ For submitting articles for future newsletters please send
to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner,
Fun Day Committee:
Winter Fun Day –
Kim Karkut, chairperson of the March 2006 fun day, reported:
§ The fun day will take place at the large building at Paws N’
Effect in
§ Everyone has received the fun day flyer via email on Thursday, February 23rd from the recording secretary, Elaine Poulin.
Meeting Program Committee:
§ After the meeting on April 12th Susan Begasse, a CVVC member,will speak about canine nutrition and feeding a raw food diet. Watch for her bio in the next meeting notification.
§ 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
Nominating Committee:
§ Susan Potocik reported that the committee has made significant progress in compiling a slate of officers and board of directors to be nominated for the upcoming elections to be held following the June 10th Greenwich K.C. specialty. The committee will present that list at the next meeting.
Old Business:
§ Moving forward with the offering of merchandise with CVVC’s logo, a catalog offering such merchandise was submitted and quotes will be sought.
New Business:
§ A motion was put forth by Susan Potocik and 2nd by Linda Morris to require the following: In order for a member to list their name on CVVC’s breeder referral list they are required to be a current CVVC member for at least 1 year and in good standing with the club. All accepted such motion.
§ Carol Phelps asked all the officers, board of directors and committee chairpersons to submit a brief description of their job responsibilities.
§ Elaine Poulin mentioned that Deborah Sanders, VCA Versatility chairperson, is requesting that each local club appoint a versatility contact/chairperson. Elaine offered to be such person and the board accepted. Elaine mentioned that Deborah Sanders will be sending versatility updates/news that she will in turn forward on the CVVC’s membership.
Meeting Adjourned: A motion by Carol Phelps and 2nd by Linda Morris to adjourned the meeting. Adjourned.
Approved Minutes of the CVVC General Membership Meeting Held on January 25, 2006 in Newington, CT (Bertucci's).
In attendance: The meeting took place at Bertucci’s in Newington, CT. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. In attendance were: Carol Phelps, Ida Tenebom, Susan Potocik, Marisa Fowler, David Margolin, Kim Karkut, Tina Poincelot, Jackie Argall, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Elaine Poulin and John & Linda Morris. Kim Karkut moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the December 11, 2005 meeting and Marisa Fowler 2nd the motion.
Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,282.00, Rescue $3,800.00, Checking Account $6,840 and the Health Fund Account $2,660.
Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported receiving notification of approval from AKC for the event and sweepstake judges for the summer specialty with Greenwich Kennel Club and Longshore Kennel Club supported entry in June of 2006. AKC approval was also received for the Hunt Test to be held October 7-8, 2006. Susan also received a brochure selling trophies and a thank you from Noah’s Wish for Hurricane Katrina for the $40 donation raised by the raffle at the supported entry at Springfield, MA last November 2005. Lastly, Susan received notice from the Vizsla Club of America 2006 Nomination Committee, soliciting input from VCA members for the 2007 election of VCA officers.
Breed Rescue: John Morris reported that there are currently no dogs in rescue at this time. John gave a follow-up report on Beauregard, the 9-10? year old male Vizsla that was found wandering the street in Southington, CT last fall. A lady on the rescue waiting list adopted the dog. She had taken the dog to her vet who did an exam and vaccinated Beau at a cost of $265. However, the vet recommended the Beau have some very much needed dental work done which could cost approximately $330. Kim Karkut put forth a motion to pay the $265 for the initial exam and vaccinations and $150 towards the dental work. Additionally, we would only cover, in part, problems discovered by the vet at the initial examination. All in favor.
Conformation Committee:
Carol Phelps reported
For our winter specialty with the GSA on February 10, 2006, we need to donate 6 hours of volunteer work. If you would like to donate some of your time please contact Carol Phelps at szizlin3@aol.com. Carol also reported that CVVC will distribute toys to entrants at the show. Judy Resnick will be framing a print for the GSA show raffle.
Ida Tenebom reported that the trophies are all set for the Greenwich KC and the supported entry at the Longshore KC. Ida showed the members a layout of the sites for the June 2006 specialty at Greenwich KC and the board picked our 1st & 2nd choices for ring and hospitality area. Ida will submit that request to the Greenwich KC show chairperson.
Carol requested that the conformation committee begin developing a list of potential judges for future specialties and supported entries. Carol will initiate this shortly via email.
2006 Field Trial Committee Report:
The following was discussed by the board: the field trial committee’s proposal, submitted by Joan Heimbach, for the two levels of Hunting Dog stake at the spring field trial. The proposal is to offer a Hunting Dog and Hunting Dog Superior class. The two stakes would take place at the Dearbourne side of Flaherty Field Trial Management Area.
Board members voiced concerns about the field trial committee’s proposal and voted on the following actions:
1. The Board requested a plan and actions for: Transport and food for the judges of this event, lining up workers such as bird planters, line marshal, etc., map to Dearbourne in premium and a need for a one page insert dedicated to the Hunting Dog stake.
2. A motion that Vizslas entered in the Hunting Dog Superior class be required to have at least 1 leg towards an AKC Senior Hunter title was acknowledge by Saul Himmelfarb and 2nd by Carol Phelps.
3. It was decided by the Board to not allow professional dog trainers to handle a dog in this stake. This stake should be limited to Amateurs handlers, as defined by AKC Pointing Breed Trial Rules.
4. The Board would like the field trial committee to appoint a person to oversee the running of the Hunting Dog stake at Dearbourne.
The board motioned to accept the Field Trial Committee’s Hunting Dog stake proposal to be held at the Spring 2006 trial providing the committee agrees to the above board changes.
Joan Heimbach also requested that the board authorize the purchase of Field Trial/Hunt Test software for a cost of $260. The board voted to not to purchase the software in light of the fact the Richard Teodore will most likely will be available for hire as secretary for future CVVC trials and hunt tests.
2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: David Margolin reported:
As noted by Susan Potocik in her Corresponding Secretary’s report, AKC has approved CVVC’s Hunt Test on October 7&8, 2006.
A motion to vote in Richard Teodore as an honorary member of CVVC was accepted by Saul Himmelfarb and 2nd by Carol Phelps.
David discussed a request to merge the Yankee Weimaraner Club and CVVC membership list for future hunt test/field trial premium mailings. It was accepted to do so.
Ida will email Richard Teodore, who has been hired as the fall 2006 hunt test secretary, CVVC’s logo. Rich, if requested by a dogs owner at the hunt test will for a fee, take a photo of hunt test entrant incorporating CVVC’s logo. The taking the photos and payment of them is the sole responsibility of Rich Teodore and not of CVVC.
Health Committee Report: No report
Publication Committee Report:
§ The next newsletter will be collated and prepared for mailing at the upcoming February 22nd meeting.
§ 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 18, 2006:
Kim Karkut, chairperson of the March 2006 fun day, reported:
§ The fun day will take place at the large building at Paws N’ Effect in Hamden, CT on Sunday, March 18, 2006. The venue for the fun day will be Rally Obedience taught by Lynda Moore, an instructor from Paws N’ Effect 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., we will break for lunch and a CVVC general membership meeting. For the afternoon, a conformation handling class followed by a fun match will be offered. Other possible offerings may include tattooing by Donna Bleu and versatility testing for obedience and conformation.
§ Susan Potocik has offered to chair the hospitality.
§ Kim Karkut is putting together the flyer for the fun day.
Meeting Program Committee:
§ An hour long video by Rachel Paige-Elliot titled “Dog Steps” will be shown at the upcoming February 22nd meeting.
§ 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:
§ Now that the CVVC logo design has been accepted, catalogs offering merchandise that the logo can be embroidered on will be collected for consideration.
New Business:
§ A vote was taken and all present accepted to approve as new members those listed in the CVVC fall 2005 newsletter.
§ Elaine Poulin discussed a need to form a nominating committee to propose a slate of officers and board of directors for the June 2006 vote. It was decided that Susan Potocik, as a board member, along with Kim Himmelfarb and Jackie Argall will consist of that committee.
§ It was noted by Marisa Fowler that the VCA should be notified to update their website with the corrected web address of CVVC and contact information of our Corresponding Secretary - Susan Potocik.
Meeting Adjourned: A motion by Susan Potocik and 2nd by Carol Phelps to adjourned the meeting at 9:40 PM