|
|
|
|
August 2009
BALD HEAD ISLAND CROQUET CLUB ANNUAL MEETING The Annual Meeting of the Bald Had Island Croquet Club was held on Saturday Evening, August 8, 2009 at the home of Dick and Pat Johnston, 34 Cape Fear Trail, Bald Head Island, NC. Approximately 35 Members were in attendance. President John May presided. The President’s Report for the Year Ended July 31, 2009 had been previously distributed and a copy is attached herewith. The Treasurer’s Report for the Year Ended July 31, 2009 was distributed and explained by Treasurer Bob Porter and was approved without dissent. A copy is attached herewith. A motion was duly made and seconded to establish yearly dues for the 2009-2010 fiscal year at $150 for Couples and $80 for Singles. This Motion was approved by voice vote without dissent. Nominating Committee Chair John Knott proposed the following slate for the ensuing year: President Bob Porter Vice President Anne Boozell Treasurer Jay Gould Secretary Brenda Quanstrom Executive Committee Members at Large John May Bill Daigle Harper Peterson Upon proper motion, the suggested slate was approved without dissent. Newly elected President Bob Porter asked for volunteers to serve as Committee Chairs to ensure the continued high quality of programs and events sponsored by the Croquet Club. There was discussion regarding the housing needs of the NC Singles Championships to be held at Bald Head Island September 10-13 and the rescheduling of the Club Doubles Championships to September 18-20 and the Club Association Rules Championships to October 23-25 All present were urged to attend and help at the NC Singles Championships. Some of the best players in the country will be competing and it is an honor to have Bald Head picked as a venue for this event. Barbara McQuade reported on the scrambler earlier in the day which she organized. 20 Members participated with both Dick Johnston and Bill Johnson achieving perfect records. Bill Johnson, however, had a slightly greater number of net points and was rewarded with a pirate hat prize. Barbara was thanked by acclamation and Bill had to wear the hat for the remaining part of the meeting. Thanks were extended to the Dick and Pat Johnston for being hosts, Larry Kirby and Dianne Robinson for being co-hosts, and Jay and Marsha Gould for serving on the food committee. Respectfully submitted, Robert Porter
President’s Report Bald Head Island Croquet Club John May I appreciate the support which the membership has afforded to club activities. In particular, thanks to the Executive Committee: Marilyn Ridgeway, Vice President; Bill Johnson, Treasurer; Tom Schick, Secretary; and Judy Porter, John Knott and Dick Johnston, at large. In addition, thanks to the committee chairs: Judy Porter, Invitational; John Knott, Tournament and Handicap; Anne Boozell, Education; Sheila May, Membership; Barbara McQuaide, Social; Sky Conklin, Grounds/Equipment; Diane Robinson, Historian; Dick Johnston, Nominating Membership: Sheila May, Chair The Croquet Club currently has 71 members including 34 family memberships and three individual members. This figure is virtually unchanged from a year ago. Wine and Wickets was held on June 21st. It was well attended and a follow up e-mail was sent to each guest. To date, we have not realized new members from this event. The most effective means of attracting new members remains personal contacts with friends and acquaintances, along with the offer of free instruction with membership. Tournament: John Knott, Chair Tournaments included Doubles, Singles, Association Rules, Golf Croquet and a handicap adjuster. Invitational: Judy Porter, Tournament Manager Particular thanks to Judy Porter who organized every facet of this tournament, and thanks to all who assisted her. Club members stepped up by supporting housing, hosting, the opening reception, board keeping and trophies. Nineteen players participated, including eight from other clubs. Participation was reduced because the Invitational followed closely another tournament which was afforded special incentives. This should not repeat for the 2009 Invitational, and we should expect more players from other clubs. Social Committee: Barbara McQuaide Barbara capably coordinated the monthly socials at members’ homes. She was assisted by Sheila May who coordinated events at the club. Thanks to all who served as host, co-host or food committee. (We have found that having a host and co-host is adequate to support the socials. By dropping the additional person on the food committee, staffing the socials has become much easier.) Education Committee: Anne Boozell Rules: An event was held at the club which presented rules in a humorous manner. Wednesday Wickets: Once a month, Dave Strawson gives a 15-minute lesson prior to play. Mentoring: Members were polled to see who wished to have a mentor and who was willing to be a mentor. All those desiring a mentor were satisfied. Croquet College: Once again, a very successful Croquet College was run. Particular thanks to all who provided instruction. Other Items of Note: Sixteen members of the Pinehurst club will visit us from August 10 to August 13 fro what we are describing as a "Joust." Thanks to Anne Boozell who is Joust Manager, and thanks to all who are assisting her by providing support, including lodging for our guests. Particular thanks to the Bald Head Island Club which has provided a very high level of support the the Croquet Club. This support includes a new set of tournament balls, new umbrellas, new wickets and a new tent. This in addition to their exceptional efforts to maintain the greenswards, including the addition of berming.
2007 Annual Meeting
Minutes of the
Annual Meeting August 11, 2007
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by President Judy Porter at 6:20 PM. There were 38 members in attendance. The 2006 Annual Report minutes were unanimously approved by all members.
President’s
Report Judy Porter’s written President’s report had been disseminated by email to all members; therefore, she merely highlighted some of the more pertinent points in her introductory remarks. Judy proceeded to name all of the new members who have joined the BHI Croquet Club this year (16 in total) and introduced our newest members Joe Hawkins and Bobbie Randall as they received their BHI Croquet pin.
Treasurer’s
Report The Treasurer’s report had been emailed to all members prior to the meeting. Judy Porter commented that the report would be expanded to include more detail in line items. The motion was unanimously approved to accept the Treasurer’s Report.
Committee
Reports Judy Porter asked each committee to provide a written report to members this year and these reports were included in the President’s Report
Vote on Annual
Dues Judy Porter stated that the Executive Committee was recommending that the dues for couples remain at $150 but that single membership would be lowered to $80.00. As always, any spouse who chooses not to play but wishes to attend monthly socials would be included in the $150 membership fee. Sky Conklin made a motion to approve and John May second. The motion was unanimously approved.
Nominating
Committee Report John Knott, the Nominating Committee Chair, presented the following slate of nominees: President John May Vice President Marilyn Ridgeway Secretary Tom Schick Treasurer Bill Johnson Members-at-large Judy Porter, Dick Johnston, Ann Boozell
The members present unanimously accepted the slate of nominees. John commented on how willing everyone was to serve. He encouraged the rest of the members to be as willing when asked to participate in one of the committees.
Old Business No old business.
Incoming
President’s Comments John May expressed the Club’s gratitude to Judy Porter, the Executive Board and all Committee members for their hard work and accomplishments during the past year. He asked that everyone become involved in some capacity as a member of a committee. The Club will only thrive if everyone does their part. John also added that he has created a BHI Croquet website. It is in draft form now and only includes the By Laws. However, he will be adding graphics and ongoing information for members.
New Business Bob Porter showed all members the various BHI Croquet Club trophies so that they would have an appreciation for the need of a trophy case in the BHI Club and/or Pro Shop. The Executive Board will continue to pursue the purchase of a Trophy Case. The BHI Croquet Club acknowledged their best wishes for Bill and Billie Jean Berne and Bill and Billie Jean Taft. Brenda Quanstrom indicated that draft guidelines for Scramblers, Tournaments and Socials were being considered by the new Executive Board in order that every member would have a clear idea of procedures to follow for these various events. Sky Conklin stated that he would purchase a new lock for the equipment locker.
Meeting
Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Respectfully
Submitted
Brenda
Quanstrom
__________________________________ 2006 Annual
Meeting:
Bald Head Island Club
Croquet Club
Minutes of the
Annual Meeting August 12, 2006
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by President Dick Johnston at 6:00 PM. There were 32 members in attendance. The 2005 Annual Report minutes were unanimously approved by all members.
President’s
Report Dick’s written President’s report had been disseminated by email to all members; therefore, he merely highlighted some of the more pertinent points in his introductory remarks. He stated that the Club had lost some valued members this year but had gained some enthusiastic new members. He added that it was very important for each member to participate in at least one committee this year in order to share the responsibilities. He concluded with a request to work together to make the BHI Invitational the best it has ever been in 2007. Dick has already contacted USCA to ensure that the event is on the annual calendar. The Executive Committee agreed that the Invitational would remain on Memorial Day week since that had been a successful tradition for 20 years. An earlier date did not allow time for the courts to be in shape and a fall date conflicted with the hurricane season.
Treasurer’s
Report The Treasurer’s report had been emailed to all members prior to the meeting. Dave Strawson noted that we started the year with $8,455.00 and ended the year with $8,046. We are down $400.00 due to new croquet balls, clips and timers plus we spent $1,300 for trophies. He stated that the BHI Club Croquet Club pays the USCA $80.00 per member each year. Dave recommended that the dues should remain at $150.00/couple and $100.00/individual member. Bill Berne made a motion to this effect and Chris Christian seconded. The motion was unanimously approved.
Committee
Reports Dick Johnston asked each committee to provide a written report to members this year so it was unnecessary for any further comments other than to state that Dick recommended that the new Executive Board consider new deadness boards that would securely anchor sturdy umbrellas.
Nominating
Committee Report John Knott, the Nominating Committee Chair, presented the following slate in a previous email to all members: President Judy Porter Vice President Mike Boozell Secretary Brenda Quanstrom Treasurer Bill Johnson Members-at-large Trisha Barnard, Mary Conklin and John Pitera
The members present unanimously accepted the slate of nominees..
Old Business Bill Berne moved to accept the previously emailed and proposed change to the BH I Croquet Club of the BHI Club’s By-Laws to include the Social Chairman and the Tournament Chairman on the Executive Committee. John Pitera seconded. The motion was approved unanimously. John Knott asked informally if most members would be interested in Couples Golf Croquet. There was a very positive response from the membership. Dick Johnston then turned the remainder of the meeting over to Judy Porter.
Incoming
President’s Comments Judy Porter expressed the Club’s gratitude to Dick Johnston, the Executive Board and all Committee members for their hard work and accomplishments during the past year. She listed the committees and gave a brief description of each committee responsibilities. She asked that everyone participate in one committee. She would prefer people volunteering for a committee that was of interest to them rather than them being assigned. Judy then opened up the discussion for member comments or suggestions. Brenda Quanstrom recommended having ½ day of 6 wicket croquet and ½ day of golf croquet throughout the year in order that various member’s interests might be met. Tom Schick suggested we continue to seek ways to be integrated more with the BHI Club. Andrea Pitera recommended asking the BHI Club staff members to play croquet again since they enjoyed the event this year. John Pitera suggested opening Golf Croquet to entire membership. Art Morris suggested not having any scrambler event near the 4th of July in the future.
Meeting
Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Respectfully
Submitted
Brenda
Quanstrom |
|
|