MINUTES OF MEETING OF DIRECTORS

OF

COLUMBUS OHIO DIVISION, USFA, INC. 

April 26, 2009

            A meeting of the Board of Directors of COLUMBUS OHIO DIVISION, USFA, INC. was held, pursuant to the notice given in accordance with the Code of Regulations, at 7:30 o’clock P.M. at the law offices of Joseph S. Streb, 736 Neil Ave., Columbus, Ohio on the 26th day of April, 2009.

            The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Joseph S. Streb.

ROLL:  A roll of Directors was taken and it was reported that, pursuant to Article VI(A) of the Amended Bylaws, a quorum did exist. The following Board members and invited guests were present: 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  The minutes of the meeting of January 25, 2009 were approved, 3 voting FOR and one ABSTAIN. 

OFFICER'S REPORTS:

Chairman --  Joseph Streb:  The Chairman reported that the Great Lakes Sectional Championships ran reasonably well though attendance was only moderate.  The 2009-2010 Sectional Championship is to be hosted by Northern Ohio Division. USFA National bylaws are being revised at the insistence of the USOC. The bylaws must be posted on their website for review 45 days prior to any voting action. National tournament attendance has been down a bit lately and the rather large deficit is slowly being whittled down.

Secretary – Doug Bliss:   Objections have been raised by USFA National to the awarding of ratings for the Ohio High School Championships on the grounds that the event was doubly restricted based on age and geography. The secretary replied with the arguments that "high school student" does not contain an age and "all Ohio" is not very geographically restrictive. The matter has been referred to the USFA Executive Committee, who may or may not take action on same. In the meanwhile, the ratings changes are not recorded by USFA National.

Treasurer -- Fred Hunker:  Current account balances are listed below. The treasurer noted that there was approximately $2300 increase since July 31, 2008.

Vice Chairman --  Mark Hedien:   Absent. No report.

2nd Vice Chairman – Jeffrey Wilson:  Absent. No report.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: 

Referee Committee – Joseph Streb reported that several new referee ratings were awarded at the 2009 Great Lakes Sectional Championships training seminar.

Nominating Committee – (Streb, Simonian, Wilson):  No report. Prior to the meeting Fred Hunker circulated a ballot form to be discussed. The form was accepted as written and after a spelling correction.

MATTERS OF DISCUSSION (No Formal Action):

            1.     An informal dinner party, similar to the "Cream Puff" dinner held at Schmidt's Sausage Haus last year, was tentatively planned for September.

OLD BUSINESS: 

            (1).   OFFICIAL COD EVENT CALENDAR:

            The COD Division II/III qualifier will be held May 2, 2009. (Deadline for results to USFA National is May 15, 2009).

            BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2008-2009 schedule of COD and other notable fencing events will be as follows:    

*    Non-COD event, being put on schedule for reference purposes.

#    Participants must sign-up electronically by the date specified on the website.

            (2).  INSURANCE ON COD EQUIPMENT:  Mr. Lillard reported after the meeting that $20,000 of coverage would cost $316.00/per year.

NEW BUSINESS:

            (1).   COLUMBUS OHIO DIVISION QUALIFIER:  No significant issues to address. Medals are being ordered. Preregistration is light, as typical of late.

            (2).   EQUIPMENT PURCHASE:  It was felt by all that COD should purchase of an additional Favero (or similar) scoring machine. Unfortunately, one of the existing machines was knocked from its stand during a DSFC event and every internal mounting boss was sheared. That machine, while electrically functional, is a mechanical basket case. Also, one of the AC power supplies has gone missing. Mr. Bliss recommended that this machine be retired and kept for use as a source of spare parts to keep the other machines running. In the interest of of adding to the number of such scoring machines a motion was made seconded and unanimously approved:

                    BE IT RESOLVED: Mr. Bliss and Mr. Amrine are hereby authorized to do all things necessary and proper to procure two new Favero (or similar) scoring machines at an estimated cost not to exceed $2,000.

            (3).   CERTIFICATION OF RESULTS:

            Dublin Sport Fencing Events:    14-Feb-2009    Pierced Heat Open

                                                            28-Feb-2009    Blood in the Snow Open

                                                            04-Apr-2009    Puss 'n Boots Open

MISCELLANEOUS:

            (1).   A date for the next schedule planning meeting will be set in late July or August after the National schedule is firm and will communicated by the Chairman via email.

ADJOURNMENT:  A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and unanimously passed. 

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                                                                                    Secretary                                                         

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                                                                                    Chairman