Meeting called to order 10:00 a.m. by President James Chitwood. Present: Dave Price, Jim Filipiak, Lee Schwartz, Gary Konop, Bill Smith, and Wendi Boos – Don Mellum arrived late.
Approval of Minutes: Gary made a motion, seconded by Bill, to accept the February 3, 2022, Board minutes.
Treasurer’s Report: Jim provided a recap of club finances.
Building Update: Lee stated that HVAC and electrical work is proceeding, painting has been nearly completed, overall progress being made. Lee will provide an update to share at the March 10th General Membership meeting as he will not be able to attend.
Election Process: Wendi reviewed the slate of candidates and eblast that will be sent to members later today. Members attending the March 10th meeting will swipe in, confirm their active status, and receive a paper ballot. Candidates will have the opportunity to speak at the meeting. Voting for contested positions will be conducted by paper ballots. Ballots will be counted, and results shared at the end of meeting.
Display Board Status: Dave made a motion: Metal Club to officially discontinue the use of the 4’x8’ pegboard wall boards for displaying metal art produced by members of the Club. Lee seconded the motion. The motion was discussed. Dave, Gary, Lee, Wendi voted in favor of the motion; Bill and Jim voted against the motion; the motion carried.
James mentioned that the Rec Center Governing Board is in the process of reviewing changes to the RR&P’s that ‘mass production’ including marketing products for sale within the clubs will be prohibited. It is proposed that each Club Board will be responsible for monitoring club member activities to ensure compliance with the RR&P’s. Once these changes are approved by the Governing Board, they will be included in our club by-laws.
Don moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Jim. Meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
Submitted by Wendi Boos, Secretary
March 4, 2022