Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
I.
Call to Order: Jeff Nemacheck called the meeting to order at 7pm
II.
Roll Call a. Present: Nemacheck, Anderson, Rabitaille, Elmhirst, Nebel, Hayes, Cornock b. absent: Garrow, Froberg
III.
Additions or Deletions to Agenda and Approval of Agenda: None. Motion to approve by Cornock, 2nd Rabitaille, motion passes
IV.
Approval of Minutes: Motion to approve Hayes, 2nd Rabitaille, motion passes.
V.
Treasurer’s Report: Attached. Motion to approve Cornock, 2nd Rabitaille, motion passes.
VI.
Public Comment (Limited to 3 minutes per speaker): Scott Cambensy requested to have a committee discuss ADM practices and consider more team practices. Scott Guidebeck is concerned about fair ice time on the 12U girls team. Rachell Lane asked for permission for Forrest Carr to come on the ice as a special position coach. Cornock mentioned that position coaches can be on the ice 3 times. Frank Gervino would like to have a stick handling for the Midget and Bantam levels this summer to prep for in-season clinics.
VII.
Division Directors’ Reports: Midget – Scott Smith, done this week, Togos going to the state playoffs Bantam – Jon Kamps, G&S roofing playing the state playoffs and house league is done this week. Pee Wee – Dirk Dembeste, none Squirt – Jeff Nemacheck, Squirt AA won the NIHL playoffs and house league is done this week. Mite – John Way, BB tourney was a big success with 30 teams per Mac. Girls – Pat Francis states the pasties fundraiser raised $4k and all 3 teams are headed to the state playoffs. g. Learn to Skate – Maggie Moore, per mac was a big success and Maggie did a great job this year.
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VIII.
Travel Team Report/Billing: Peewee AA going to the states, nothing on billing.
IX.
MJHC Director’s Report (Presented in writing):
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
X.
Review Action Items from Previous Meeting a. Anderson to ask Andrew Mcgiver about cleaning glass for the State Tournament and buy Magic Erasers for the Betty Beckman Group. – Andrew has been working on the glass and will continue this summer. b. Anderson to wait on District 8 Decision (Cathy) on coaches signoff to skip play-inns if hosting the State Tournament. – move to future item c. Review how to handle house league non-parent coaches expenses- move to future business. d. Mac to send emails on Mondays as a reminder to vote for the Kraft Grant - done e. Anderson to meet with Randy Larson – still working on this. f. Anderson to discuss parking lot lights with Andrew Mcgiver. – Andrew will call MBLP.
XI.
Committee Reports A. Sponsorship –Elmhirst – need to get a commitment from team sponsors in June, Dr. Folker will continue to sponsor the LTS program. B. Grants – Anderson, Butler – nothing C. Fundraising – Anderson, Committee, Froberg, Rabitaille, Elmhirst –none D. Registration – Elmhirst – may start registration earlier to allow for more payment options for parents E. Equipment – Cornock – Hayes, Neck guards were purchased and used this past weekend. F. Electricians – Brad Sullivan /Anderson – possibly 9 kids coming back with 1 goalie. G. Tournaments – Garrow/Tony – we are ready for March tournaments, we should look at 5 goal max for tie breaker rules. Kudos to the Ways’ for a great Betty Beckman tournament. Motion by Hayes to have Elmhirst spend $500 on goodie bags for players/coaches for the Bantam State Playoff teams, 2nd by Cornock, motion passes. H. Coaching – Cornock – Nothing I. Officials – Froberg – none J. Conduct Review – Currently reviewing 2 Star reports K. Election – Rabitaille, Nebel, Hayes – John Way has been elected to the board. L. Membership – Garrow - Nothing M. Facilities – Mac – Nothing
XII.
Old Business a. Review the Coaching Policy – Defer to later meeting b. Elmhirst to look into website for product sales – defer to later meeting
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
c. Review Parent Handbook – Defer to later meeting d. Discussion regarding additional expenses for House teams going to state playoffs – the board will pay for practice time to maintain a teams normal schedule after the first week in March at ice rinks in Marquette. XIII.
New Business a. Maggie More request for safety aids – is there and AED available and first aid kit at Lakeview Arena. The City should provide the AED and there is an unmarked first aid kit in the Zamboni area but possibly an additional first aid kit is needed in Mac’s office with signage. b. New Logo Discussion – Elmhirst requested to spend $750 of the remaining marketing budget to have Elegant Seagulls create logo and branding options for MJH and was agreed upon by the board.
XIV.
Review New Action Items a. Ask Andrew Mcgiver for First Aid signage and AED availability at Lakeview. b. Elmhirst to send info on scholarships to the board.
XV.
Public Comment (Limited to 3 minutes per speaker): Starrett reminded State playoff bound teams to bring EXTRA copies to their tournaments, Missy Wickstrom asked about coordinating a 4th of July float for MJH, John Kamps reminded the group there are 8 volunteer spots open for the state playoffs.
XVI.
Adjourn: Motion Cornock, 2nd Rabitaille, motion passes. In attendance: Pat Francis, Kathy Starret, Jon Kamps, Scott Cambensy, Rochelle Lane, Michelle Wickstrom, Kelly Byczek, Heather Lautenschlager, Scott Guidebeck, Andrew Mcgiver, Frank Gervino, Aaron Lautenschlager.
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015
Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda March 4, 2015