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GCSSA MINUTES FOR BOARD MEETING ON FEBRUARY 10, 2010
The meeting was called to order at 6:33 P. M. Board members present were Anderson, Wilson, Cochran, Pryor, and Eacobacci. Other members present were Heyfron and House. The minutes for the general meeting held on Jan 13, 2010 as submitted were approved without being read. Bill Wilson reported that the League had $7935 in the bank with all bills paid as of this date. This balance includes about $882.00 in donations as well as sponsor and member fees. An error was made by Eacobacci in preparing the invoice letters to the sponsors. The sponsors were asked to pay $350.00 instead of $375.00. Don Heyfron reported the last attempt at revising the rules of play met the approval of the Rules Committee except that a penalty for using an illegal bat was not in the rule. A penalty clause will be added. Even with an approval of the revised rules, a very long discussion followed which surfaced a number of “what if” scenarios of possible conflicts, omissions and cheating. The end result was that the rules are the best reflection of the League needs and that serious follow up is needed with players, managers, scorers and umpires for consistency and understanding. No updates on statistics and first aid training. Eacobacci gave a report on the 1 and 1 count poll. The 56 responding members overwhelmingly voted to keep the 1 and 1 count for the weeknight players. (36 voted to keep and 20 voted to change) To sort out the new bat rule, shirt sleeves will have 70 for those 70 years and older and 65 for those over 65 so that the umpires will have a way to keep players on track with the correct bats. The formal volunteer program proposed by Bob Swarthout was discussed with little support from the Board. Bob has stepped down from his field maintenance post due to other business obligations. The GCSSA Board will coordinate the various tasks for field maintenance this year. The board will use League volunteers for the major tasks such as grass mowing, weed control, infield grooming (includes grooming for the masters for a fee) and pre & post game set up and securing of equipment. We will also work with the Park on irrigation system monitoring and maintenance as well as aeration and fertilizing of the fields. Chris Garrison is still working with the Safety council, the Park and others in an effort to have a defibrillator donated. Dave Anderson is working to get a second tier of screening ready for field 2 before the season starts. The Board is still contemplating the purchase of the field lighting materials (about 10 poles with light ballast, wiring etc) but acknowledges many issues need to be resolved. The matter is tabled until the master plan with field lighting is approved and more research on the available system is completed. We want to make sure the material is not obsolete from an energy standpoint and that the various controlling agencies will allow the installation. Board members will be working to coordinate efforts toward this year’s draft, sign ups and tryouts. The last day for signing up for the draft and fee payment is March 20, 2010. Eacobacci reported on his meeting with Gold Country Community Council. The council wants to form a Recreation Alliance for several reasons. The Council with the support of other recreation type groups will work to streamline efforts for material purchases, grant acquisitions, manpower needs, continuity and recognition. Eacobacci recommended the league give support to the Council. Anderson sent a letter of support to the Gold Country Community Council. The next Board meeting was set for March 10 at 6:30PM at Players Pizza. A date of April 7 at Players Pizza at 6:30 PM is set for the next general meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 PM
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