BOARD MEETING MINUTES - MAY 15, 2008
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Roll Call: Michelle Olsen • Lisa Pruka • Sally Davis . Kelly Hagstrand • Terri Clingerman • Jo Roach

Members Absent: Claudia Frank • Kelly Hagstrand • Wayne Koutsky

Call to order: 5:03 pm PST by Michelle Olsen

1. Delegate Business:
The next Delegate's Meeting will be held June 8 & 9th in Quincy, MA.

2. Recording Secretary's Report: Jo Roach
April 2008 board meeting minutes were approved via electronic vote.

3. Corresponding Secretary's Report: Terri Clingerman

  • AKC Correspondence:

    • A letter asking parent clubs to sponsor medallions for their breed at the AKC Invitational in Long Beach, CA for BOB, BOS, Best Bred-By, and top scoring dogs in Obedience and Agility.

    • AKC did not receive an application for a TD or TDX test at the 2008 national (because we aren't having tracking).

    • The following events are approved for the date:

      • Event #2008507010 (Fri. rally at the national) is approved for location

      • Event #2008507007 (Fri. conformation at the national) is approved for location

      • Event #2008507022 (Sat. obedience at the national) is approved for location

      • Event #2008507008 (Sun. obedience at the national) is approved for location

      • Event #2008507011 (Mon. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507012 (Mon. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507016 (Mon. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507017 (Tues. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507018 (Tues. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507019 (Tues. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507020 (Wed. herding at the national) is approved for date

      • Event #2008507021 (Wed. herding at the national) is approved for date

    • The following events are approved for the judges:

      • Event #2008507019 (Course A sheep Tues. at the national) is approved for judge

      • Event #2008507011 (Course A ducks Mon. at the national) is approved for judge

  • Other Correspondence:

    • Received an email from someone who's BC suddenly developed aggression, recommended that the dog have a thorough health examination including blood work, and if that was normal to consult a trainer who could evaluate the dog in person.

    • Received a question about who the 2008 national herding judges are, replied that they're available on the AKC Events site.

    • Received a request from Vicki Thayer to review her ILP/PAL application for "Casey" after AKC rejected it.

    • Received a request for info on miniature BCs, replied that there is no such thing.

    • Received a nomination for the Good Sportsmanship award.

    • Received a request for info on matches, replied with info about how to find a kennel club on AKC's website.

    • Received a letter from Dr. Emily Czapeck, President of the Border Collie Health Foundation, regarding the May agenda item "Discussion on the Health Foundation, future relationship with BCSA." Forwarded the letter to the board.

    • Received a question about what to do with a shy puppy, replied with info about socializing it.

    • Received an email from someone whose dog is missing from the BCSA versatility list.

    • Received an email asking about BC registration.

    • Received an email asking if there is an official opinion on breeding TNS carriers. Replied that two carriers should not be bred and that there is not an official BCSA statement regarding breeding carriers (of any disease).

    • Received a question about registering a pup w/AKC who is CKC or ABCA registered, replied with info about open registration.

    • Received an email regarding breeding practices, asking if BCSA can do anything to stop or deter breeders from knowingly breeding dogs who produce multiple puppies with serious health problems.

    • Received an email from Lori Mauger, thanking the photo contest committee for choosing her dog "Ross" for the 2008 specialty logo:

      • Hi Terri, Many thanks to the board and to the photo contest committee for choosing the picture of my dog, Ross, to be the subject of the 2008 BCSA specialty logo. In addition, please express my thanks and admiration to the artist, Jeanne Hagen-Santiago, for her beautiful interpretation of the photo. I am blessed to have Ross in my life, and I am humbled that he will represent the 2008 BCSA specialty. Thanks again! Sincerely,Lori Mauger

4. Treasurer's Report: Wayne Koutsky

4.1. General Account Balances

  • Last month: $61,722

  • This month:

    • Checking balance: $1,869.52

    • Savings (Money Market) balance: $42,610.38

    • Health balance: $5,021.95

    • Rescue balance: $12,897.76

    • Total: $62,399.61

4.2. April 2008 Income and Expenses

  • Income:

    • Restricted health and rescue funds donation (PPCPP): $2,075.42

  • Expenses:

    • Board meetings: $60.90

    • Borderlines printing costs: $300.00

    • AKC specialty application fees: $15.00

    • Liability Insurance: $1095.00

4.3. 2008 Specialty Income/Expenses

  • Income: $900.00

  • Expenses: $2,314.00

5. Interim Business Transacted by E-Mail

5.1. Board Votes

  • Motion 2008-15 by Jo Roach to approve the new membership applications of Debbie (Dionne) Butt, Joanne Gamba, and Susan Risner.
    Second - Sally Davis, In Favor - Unanimous

  • Motion 2008-16 made by Lisa Pruka to approve a supported entry and sweepstakes for the PNWBCC Supported entries on August 15 and 16, 2009 in Enumclaw WA. Puppy and Veteran Sweepstakes will be on August 15.
    Second - Jo Roach, In Favor - Unanimous

  • Motion 2008-17 made by Jo Roach to approve the minutes of the April 2008 BCSA Board meeting.
    Second - Kelly Hagstrand, In Favor - Unanimous

  • Motion 2008-18 made by Terri Clingerman for BCSA to sponsor medallions at AKC's Invitational in Long Beach, CA this December. The medallions will be for top winning BCs in conformation (BOB, BOS, Best Bred-By) and top scoring BCs in obedience and agility. The cost to sponsor the medallions is $165.
    Second - Jo Roach, In Favor - Unanimous

5.2. New Member Applications
The following new membership applications were approved:

  • Michelle Davis (Thief River Falls, MN)
    Sponsor - Tashia Lund

  • Amy Miller (Clermont, GA)
    Sponsor - Barbara Fitzgerald

  • Amanda Prince (Agoura Hills, CA)
    Sponsor - Sonja Donaldson

  • Cathy Niles (Gainsville, TX)
    Sponsor - Joanne Doucet

Motion to approve new applications - Sally Davis Second - Lisa Pruka
In Favor - Unanimous

6. Committee Business/Reports:

6.1. Stockdog Focus
Maintain emphasis on the unique working style of the Border Collie. Promote interest in herding amongst dog owners and advertise stockdog usefulness to farmers/ranchers. Continually "raise the bar" on herding excellence, promote best-practice training methods. Discourage genetic drift away from core purpose and history of the breed's development.

6.1.1. Herding: Claudia Frank
No report.

6.2. Public Education
Assist pet owners, budding dog fanciers, new breeders and junior handlers; engage them in the future of the breed.

6.2.1. General Education: Catherine Swain
No report.

6.2.2. Historian: Mickey Bruzek
No report.

6.2.3. Juniors: Volunteer Needed

6.2.4. Website: Ann Shaw

  • 2008 Specialty: More pages activated.

  • Set up Futurity section and forms.

  • Began set-up of PayPal for members to pay dues via credit card.

  • Update of Versatility forms.

  • Regular site maintenance and page updates.

6.3. Fancier Fellowship
Encourage camaraderie and good sportsmanship, sponsor events & competitions, support affiliate clubs, "bridge the gap" between political factions for the best interest of the breed.

6.3.1. Affiliate Clubs: Emily Fish
Please join our affiliate clubs in supporting their upcoming events. BCCGLA on May 22, 2008 (conformation and obedience), BCCNC on August 29, 2008 (conformation and obedience), KTBCC on Sept. 26-28, 2008 (herding trial and tests). We have been encouraging more members of affiliate clubs to join BCSA.

6.3.2. Agility Trial in Feb in Pennsylvania: Denise Thomas
No report.

6.3.3. Agility Trial in June in Michigan: Denise Teal
No report.

6.3.4. Borderlines: Donna Brooks Brisbin (Sally Davis, Liaison)
Donna has researched other publishers and has recommended that we hire Bear Associates and that we switch to them in time for our 15 July Borderlines issue. The board agreed with Donna's recommendation and has directed her to proceed with her plan.

6.3.5. Membership: Kathy Sours
May new member applications were forwarded to the board for approval.

6.3.6. National Specialty Steering Committee: Megan Harrison & Julie Bosier

  • The board discussed starting up a Yahoo email group of co-chairs for upcoming specialties, past co-chairs and the judges selection committee so that people can share ideas and to document the process of organizing a specialty. Lisa will get this set up.

  • The board also discussed a contract of expectations to have specialty chairs sign/agree to that would ensure that the board is aware of specialty contracts being signed and changes that need to be made. Michelle will draft a contract to get started.

6.3.7. Specialty - 2008: Laura Tomaszewski

  • All events are approved now.

  • Working hard to get the premium list finished and mailed out.

  • The board discussed how cash flow is handled at the specialty and will require that all money be tracked by receipts.

6.3.8. Specialty - 2009: Lisa Pruka & Paige O'Donnell
They are working on putting the schedule together and organizing special events along with fund-raising events. They are continuing to fill volunteer spots.

6.3.9. Specialty - 2010: Julie Bosier & Megan Harrison
No report.

6.3.10. Specialty - 2011
The board has reviewed a proposal submitted by Emily Fish to host our national specialty September 11-18, 2011 in Albany, Oregon. The event will be held at the Linn County Fair and Expo Center and nearby Wolston Farms.
Emily Fish and April Bruce will co-chair this event. Lisa Pruka motioned to accept the proposed specialty bid. Second - Jo Roach, In Favor - Unanimous.

6.3.11. Versatility: Tashia Lund
Tashia has sent out the Versatility certificates from applications that have been sent in so far. The new Versatility worksheets are up on the website with the new titles included.

6.4. Breeding Evolution
Breeder & buyer education, guidance, mentoring, registry maintenance, breeding excellence recognition. Broaden influence to more than just members.

6.4.1. Border Recorder: Carol Clark
Carol would like to see this become an annual publication. Carol would like to include sections for new titles, memorials, kennel ads, affiliate clubs, and specialty winners for all venues.

6.4.2. Breeding Excellence Recognition Committee: Kim Sykes
No report.

6.4.3. Futurity Committee: April Bruce

  • A couple of litters have been nominated for the 2009 Conformation Futurity.

  • The board will review April's draft of the herding futurity guidelines and then it will be posted for the membership to review and comment on.

6.4.4. Judges Education: Linnea Klingel

  • The board discussed judge misconceptions about our breed and how we can address those misconceptions.

  • Upcoming presentation requests:

    • Spring, 2008: California, Art Sorkin presenting.

    • July, 2008: Omaha: Linn

6.4.5. Judges Selection Process: Sonja Donaldson

  • Thank you to Kat Ferruzza and Kathy Sours for getting the judge nomination reminder postcards sent out!

  • Sonja has posted the nominated finalists for the 2009 specialty on the website and they will be in the next Borderlines issue.

6.5. Population Management
Approach zero unwanted dogs. Reduce demand, educate buyers on whether the breed is right for them, improve how dogs are placed, "right" breeders produce more, "wrong" breeders produce less, rescue (a short-term stopgap).

6.5.1. Breeder Referral: Karen Herceg
No report.

6.5.2. Rescue Committee: Carol Wesenberg
No report.

6.6. AKC Community
Invest in our "dog fancier family", support protection of dog owners'
rights, stay engaged in AKC governance, contribute to AKC programs, leverage shared breed club knowledge & power.

6.6.1. AKC Delegate Business: Claudia Frank
No report.

6.6.2. AKC Gazette Columnist: Gerianne Darnell/Terri Clingerman

  • I just finished a two-part article on the first two QUAD CH Border Collies.

  • I will be preparing my last column that is due in June, and the column will then be taken over (at least temporarily) by Terri Clingerman.

6.6.3. Legislative Committee: Linda Baron
No report.

6.7. Health and Welfare
Further research on disease cause and cure. Propagate knowledge on health, feeding, care, husbandry and training.

6.7.1. Health: Cecilia Lamb

  • CHIC: The Health Committee is asking the board to please review CHIC's significance in the Border Collie breed one more time. We ALL feel this is very important to the future of our breed's health. The health committee feels there is too much benefit from using the CHIC program to be ignored.  The health committee recommends simplifying the CHIC requirements to the following: Hips (OFA, PennHip, OVC, etc.), CERF (every year until 7 years old) and participation in the DNA repository (optional). It is the health committee's recommendation that the BOD come to a decision that will allow the Border Collie to be enrolled as a CHIC breed, even if that means only requiring tests that everyone can agree on. The health committee and the board can always revisit the CHIC requirements (and change them) at a later date.

  • The board discussed the health committee's request. Jo Roach motioned to list CERF, Hips and the DNA repository as our three required CHIC tests and the following optional tests: thyroid, elbow, shoulders, CEA/CL/TNS DNA tests, cardiac and BAER. Second - Sally Davis, In Favor - Terri Clingerman, Abstain - Lisa Pruka.

  • BCHF: The board discussed our future relationship with the BCHF. We feel we need to complement each other and not compete against each other for funding. As the BCHF finishes organizing, we will begin planning how we can work together in the future.

  • CHF Epilepsy Research: The board continued discussing the request for more funding for this project:
    http://www.akcchf.org/research/grants/search/index.cfm?search=number&display=results&number=917
    We will ask the health committee to investigate this study and possible fund-raising ideas. If we decide to further our support, we are considering contributing $5000 from our Purina CHF account and at least $1000 from our own BCSA health fund. In addition we would then like to challenge other BC clubs (national and international) to join our efforts and come up with the rest of the money needed ($26,000 total for BCs).

6.8. General Club Administration
These committees manage club infrastructure tasks that aren't directly related to our mission statement, but are necessary for the operation of the organization.

6.8.1. BCSA Announce & Suggestion Box: Nancy Little
As of May 1st, 2008 there are 369 subscribers to BCSA_Announce. There were 2 messages received in the Suggestion Box since my last report (March 21st, 2008).

6.8.2. BCSA Online Fundraising Store with Ivars: Carol Wesenberg
No report.

6.8.3. Finance Committee: Beth Bartholomew
No report.

6.8.4 2008 Nominating Committee: Terri Clingerman
The committee has selected the 2009-2010 slate of officers for the 2008 board election. Bios for the slate have been posted on the website and will be in the next issue of Borderlines. If balloting is necessary and since Jo is running again, we need someone else to receive the ballots, verify membership status, and then ship the ballots to the inspectors of election after the due date. Kat Ferruzza has volunteered to do this job. This committee is now officially closed.

7. Old Business

7.1. ILP Issues

  • Vicki Thayer's "Casey" - approved by the board.

  • Dinah Reece's "Dave" - approved by the board.

7.2. Online payments using PayPal
Plans to provide this service are underway.

7.3 AKC Sportsmanship Medallion
Nominations are still being accepted. We will choose a winner at our September meeting.

7.4 Short Term Goals
Budget is our main focus.

8. New Business

8.1. Business Continuity
The board spent a few minutes discussing "business continuity". Areas of concern for members who possess vital club records and resources:

  • Member is suddenly incapacitated or dies; we don't know how to contact family to retrieve materials

  • House fires, flood, natural disasters where records are lost or destroyed

  • Computer hard drive crashes, other electronic data loss.

  • Disgruntled member resigns suddenly, unwilling to hand over records.

8.2. Suggestion Box Submissions/Input from Membership
No submissions.

8.3. Date of Next meeting
Thursday, June 12, 2008, 5:00 PM PDT

8.4. Adjournment
Adjournment motion at 7:19 PM by Lisa Pruka
Second: Terri Clingerman
In Favor: Unanimous

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