MINUTES OF NORTH COAST OHIO MEETING
Monday, February 6, 2006

The meeting was held at Dimitri's restaurant and called to order by President, Greg Glick at 7:00 pm. In attendance were Vice President, Walt Stashkiw, Treasurer John Vorhies, Directors Bud Long, Bill Hunter, Don Emery, Ray McFarland, Jeremy Goldstein, Cliff Wolfe, and Past President Gil Maringer. Guests included Rose McFarland, Mary Emery, and Kathy Stashkiw. Secretary Jack Lynett was excused and Gil Maringer volunteered to do the minutes.

The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes of the January meeting. All approved. Next he opened the meeting with a discussion about an offer to upgrade the NCO website. In Bud Long's effort to contact distant NCO members he came across Charlie Pringle from Pittsburgh and Lake Chautauqua. Charlie is in the business of maintaining websites and he noted that NCO's had not been updated for some time. He offered to improve the site and make it more interactive. There was some discussion about the current Lorain based server and whether Charlie could use it. Don Emery voiced his problem with the Lorain server linking visitors to the NCO site to advertisements or "cookies". Greg offered to contact Dan White, our current web master, and discuss with him the feasibility of Charlie Pringle's offer.

Bill Hunter raised the issue of newsletter publishing and if any progress had been made to find an editor. Greg answered that Sylvia Chappell has offered to serve as editor. In a vote, Sylvia was unanimously approved to be the editor. Greg pointed out that Sylvia needs articles to be submitted to her along with events schedules, ads, photos, etc. It is assumed Dan White will continue to have the newsletter printed through his source.

Next Greg reviewed the IX Center show. All members were very pleased with the effort Jim Bassett devoted to the show and the quality of the exhibit. The combination of having the Outboard Motor Association with NCO was considered a good addition to our display. Literature was in short supply so more newsletters were thought to be needed for next year. John Vorhies pointed out the cost of a newsletter is about $1.00 each and suggested an information sheet instead.
During the show, Greg was approached by a representative from the Sandusky Mall who wanted NCO to display boats during March or April in their mall. The Board felt a mall was not a safe environment for our boats and it was agreed that Greg will decline the invitation.

The competition to obtain one of Jim Shotwell's kit boats offered to 6 ACBS chapters was considered. It was decided to investigate our ability to meet Mr. Shotwell's requirements by first looking for deserving participants. Cliff offered to discuss the project with a Boy Scout Troop he knows has done similar projects. Greg will e-mail NCO members and ask for candidates. If we can pull together a deserving person or group who is capable of doing the project with NCO member assistance, then a request for the kit will be formalized.

The Chautauqua show situation was discussed. Since Andy Robinson and his committee have now stepped forward to have a show July 22, 2006, they have requested NCO sponsorship. NCO has always intended to see the show continue with local direction and stated that in a November 7, 2005 letter. The Board felt NCO should be the official sponsor of the show, approve the use of our name, with a stipulation that the show must support itself financially. Greg will notify ACBS headquarters to permit the inclusion of NCO as sponsor in the next Rudder publication. Gil will discuss topics with Andy and his co-chairman, Bill Reynolds, regarding the financial solvency and desire to have the show potentially raise money for NCO, as well as judging, and all the other details he has managed in the past. Cliff Wolfe offered to assist with obtaining a show poster for the event.

Next John Vorhies reported on his trip with Bill Gilroy to the facilities of the Conneaut Ohio Port Authority, who has asked NCO and the Lyman Owners Association to display boats Saturday July 29 for a community day showcasing their harbor. The group has been very accommodating in offering free dockage, advertising, group hotel rates, and food venues. John has offered to be the event coordinator. The Board approved this new event as an NCO scheduled event. John will prepare an application form with all the details.

Walt Stashkiw reviewed his plans for the expanded July 1 Portage Lakes show, which will include an awards banquet at the Turkeyfoot Island Club. He thanked Bill Hunter, Bud Long, John Vorhies, and Gil Maringer for volunteering to assist with the show. A planning meeting with the committee was set for Wednesday Feb. 15.

Bill Hunter asked the Board to approve a $50.00 poker run prize for the June 3 Rendezvous. He also confirmed that the Turkeyfoot Island Club contract has been completed and the event will be catered. The Board unanimously approved the $50. prize.

Cliff Wolfe reported that the Cleveland Yacht Club has invited NCO to attend their Boat Hop celebration, Saturday May 27 beginning in the afternoon. CYC has also invited the Michigan chapter and hopes to have a nice display of antique boats enjoy their hospitality.

Greg welcomed newly elected director Jeremy Goldstein to the Board.

The next Board meeting was set for Monday, March 6, at Dimitri's at 6:00 pm.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 pm.

Respectfully Submitted, Gil Maringer

Past minutes

January 9, 2006
December 3, 2005
November 7, 2005
October 10, 2005
September 12, 2005
May 2, 2005
April 9, 2005
March 7, 2005
January 3, 2005
December 11, 2004
November 1, 2004
October 4, 2004
May 3, 2004
April 5, 2004
March 3, 2004