MPLN MINUTES _ APRIL 10, 1012
President Sue Staker welcomed everyone to the Board Meeting in the Sonoran Room at 3:30pm, April 10, 2012. Those in attendance were Edie Randall Carolyn Brinkley, Louise Bidwell, Rita Smith, Raye Cobb, Deb Bunker, Karen Koch, Maureen Borland, Karyle Steele, Pat Mersy, Kay Tomaszek, Sue Staker, and Lynn Hull.
The March Board Meeting minutes were approved as written and read by MPLN members.
TREASURER’S REPORT- Treasurer Karyle Steele discussed the recent report, noting that final finances were not yet available regarding the Invitational. However, the month’s ending balance is $7,888.43.
OLD BUSINESS
RULES REVIEW PROGRAM/HANDOUT-Sue reported that she has had positive responses to the quiz in the newsletter. The Rules committee is working on assembling a quick reference card pack with important rules explained, all in a quick ABC order easy access for members. This pack will be presented to the members at the Holly Jolly as a holiday gift.
There was agreement that this gift was another effective way of helping to keep the game moving forward in a timely manner.
CHARITY EVENT DECISION- Sue announced that we will not be hosting another breast cancer event with the 18 Holers, since we are currently exploring a variety of future local charitable events. Pat Mersy and her committee are reviewing our present events, exploring new possibilities, and discussing which event could become our next charitable event. Sue and Pat will meet with the committee and plan a potential calendar of fun events available to our membership.
INVITATIONAL REPORT- Kay Tomaszek and her committee organized and executed a very successful and fun Invitational. The set-up, cash prizes, along with a beautifully presented raffle, original decorations with a delicious luncheon choice, plus breakfast, were most appreciated by our members and guests. Kay mentioned she had positive feedback from other clubs, and as of April 10th we have a profit of $435.70 (all figures not yet available). Congratulations to Kay and her committee for a job well done.
NEW BUSINESS
PACE OF PLAY-Sue again mentioned the need to “keep on track” in order to complete our Tuesday game in 2hrs. 15 minutes. The time is crucial if we, as a club, hope to continue playing Tuesday golf on our courses. Sue will again emphasize tips on Pace of Play in the Newsletter. We do not want negative feedback from the pro shop or to lose players if the play is too slow. Various suggestions were discussed as to how to alert our players to this very serious situation.
BRING A FRIEND MPLN CONTRIBUTION-Since this event is considered outreach or an advertisement for our club, Sue suggested that we subsidize the cost of this event with a $2.00 contribution per person.. Hopefully, this event will encourage new membership. Karen Koch moved to contribute $2.00 per person for this event, a second by Pat Mersy. The motion was passed by the Board.
A $25.00 subsidy for the 9er18er Event was also voted on and passed by the Board. (This subsidy was also voted on and passed by the 18holers.) Hopefully, this consideration by both clubs will encourage member participation.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PARTNERS FOR PAR- At this time Carolyn Brinkley reported that the program has been concluded. Thank you, Carolyn, for your efforts to encourage membership and participation.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, Sue Staker adjourned the meeting at 5:00pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lynn Hull
(for Secretary Jackie Webster)