October 2007 Meeting Minutes

October 3, 2007

Stockholm Inn

RRR October Meeting

I. The President, Larry Ward called the meeting to order at 6:59 PM

II. Secretary- September s secretary s report was approved by Bill Dixon and approved by the general membership.

III. Treasurer- Glenn Greenberg was out of town in Berlin.

IV. President-Larry Ward reported that more mile marks have been laid down on the paths around Harlem High School. Equipment problems with the current time machines were discussed and Tonya Thayer reported on software that can be used with PDA s. She noted that the timing system and software are easier to use. Bill Dixon moved for the club to purchase the software at $50.00 and Steve Korn seconded saying the club could ante up the money.

V. Vice President- Larry Swanson reported on trail signage at Rock Cut State Park, noting that several clubs would be involved in restoring trail markings and missing sign posts throughout the park. He also reported on the Hobo Run and possible changes to the Run for next year, which included possibly having the 25K and 50K on different days and raising the entry fees.

VI. Race Coordinator- Steve Korn noted the Jingle Bell races have returned their applications and money to be on the race circuit. He also reported that the Wildcats 3K race will be run Oct. 27. George Tillet also commented that the Beloit Fall Classic will be Oct 13. Steve and Tonya also discussed the time it takes to do data entry on race day for big events.

VII. Communications- Norm Yarger reported he needed newsletter articles.

VIII. Membership- Kathleen Yarger suggested the club approach Carol Bingley about paying for her graphic arts services in creating a club membership brochure. Bill Dixon moved and George Tillet seconded the idea for the brochure.

IX. Old Business-

A. There was discussion on whether the circuit rules should remain the same for 2008. Bill Dixon moved to keep the rules the same and Lena Verkuilen seconded the motion.

B. It was also discussed that the officer slate would remain the same for 2008 with the exception of the newsletter editor.

C. Brian Fruechtenicht and Norm Yarger talked about approaching Anne Johnson and using RVC classes as an option.

D. Marilyn Goepfert and Scott Schallberg were informally nominated to be the officer s nominating committee.

X. At 7:55 PM Bill Dixon moved to adjourn the meeting.