CONNECTICUT JUNIOR SOCCER ASSOCIATION

BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S MEETING/RULES MEETING

December 3, 2007

The following were in attendance:

Tim Blake, Jim Brown, Tony Carvalho, Dick Cavanaugh, Andrea Duffy, David Engel, Marc Glass, Dave Gold, George Guiliano, Art Hennig, Brett Jones, Milan Keser, Chafik Rebai, Tom Skarbek, Eric Voide, Joe Zizik, Kathy Zolad, Sue Schultz, Robbie Rickert, and Gerry Koppe. Also Craig Heuitson was in attendance as a guest.

The following were absent:

Joe Conte, Andy George, Tom Mattera, and Joe Filippetti.

Minutes:

Approved as presented.

Kathy informed the Board that Robbie Rickert was selected as the Region 1 Volunteer of the Year. Robbie will be honored at the National Meeting in Pittsburgh.

Treasurer’s Report:

Copy of the budget was sent to the Board, and they had no further questions.

Tournament Report:

All tournaments were repeats with no changes.

New Business:

Kathy stated that Milan Keser had drafted a proposal regarding CJSA Life Membership. It is his vision that this be a high honor bestowed on only a few people. Milan stated that he had heard from several people, including receiving names for people to be given CJSA Life Membership. He does not want it to be an award taken lightly and given only to those who are worthy of such an award. The requirements are that they be a member of CJSA either past or present as a Board member and have had a significant role in soccer in Connecticut. He felt that the Life Member Selection Committee should consist of three (3) members, and one should be a current life member.

There were three amendments made to Milan’s proposal.

I. Second paragraph – In order to be eligible for life membership, an individual must be a member of the CJSA, or have been a member; this membership may be in any of a variety of capacities, including, but not limited to, a Board member, an administrator, a coach, a referee, a volunteer or as a financial or material contributor.

II. After the second paragraph, add the following: The Board of Directors member will be by ballot vote.

In the last paragraph it should read: The Board of Directors is not required to approve any nominee for life membership.

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Motion was made by Milan Keser, seconded by Marc Glass to accept the CJSA Life Membership Proposal with the three amendments that were made. Vote: Yes: 10, No: 5. Motion passed.

Policy changes to CT & State Cups:

Motion was made by Jim Brown, seconded by Tom Skarbek to add to the CT Cup the U12 8 v 8 bracket. All were in favor. Motion passed.

Motion was made by Jim Brown, seconded by Tom Skarbek for CT Cup – when a final game is tied, 2 full overtime periods played; if still tied – Co-Champions will be declared. Vote: Yes: 7, No: 8. Motion failed.

Motion was made by Tom Skarbek, seconded by Marc Glass for CT Cup brackets – in the U15 and older age groups reduce the number of entries to six (6) in an age division to hold a CT Cup competition. (presently it is eight (8)). Vote: Yes: 11, No: 1, Abstain: 3. Motion passed.

Motion was made by Marc Glass, seconded by Tom Skarbek for the State Cup to add U12 full-sided bracket, effective 2008 Spring Season. Vote: Yes: 12, No: 2, Abstain: 1. Motion passed.

Registration On-line System:

Joe Zizik stated that everyone should have the hand out regarding the various on-line Registration Systems that he has gathered information. Joe felt that Blue Sombrero offers us the best deal and handles all of our needs. The clubs can buy into the system for $300-$900. It would be beneficial for this system to be uniform across the state. Many states have gone this route and have seen their registration, cash flow and risk management grow. The Board had asked for Joe to explore with Blue Sombrero and get full disclosure, what net prices will be and come back to the Board with this disclosure and a final contract. Joe will do this and report back to the Board.

Proposed Rule Changes:

Proposal #1 – Proposal passed. Yes: 11, No: 1, Abstain: 3.

Proposal #2 – Proposal passed unanimously.

Proposal #3 – Proposal passed unanimously.

Proposal #4 – After much discussion regarding how to present a rate increase the vote was taken. Kathy will modify the justification adding to establishing a grant program, development of membership, and to serve the inner city/underserved members of our organization. Proposal passed. Yes: 9, No: 5, Abstain: 1.

Proposal #5 – Proposal passed with Kathy adding under the justification Risk Management costs as well. Yes: 9, No: 5, Abstain: 1.

Proposal #6 – Proposal passed. Yes: 13, No: 0, Abstain: 2.

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Proposal #7 – Proposal passed. Yes: 14, No: 0, Abstain: 1.

Proposal #8 – Proposal passed unanimously.

First Vice President Candidate’s Statements:

Marc Glass submitted his statement for the position of First Vice President of CJSA.

Craig Heuitson submitted his statement for the position of First Vice President of CJSA.

Secretary Candidate’s Statements:

Kathy had received Tom Mattera’s resignation for his position of CJSA Secretary. This was due in part to the resignation of Andy George as Southwest District Vice President, effective as of December 10, 2007. Tom will be taking over the Southwest District Vice President position as of that date, and therefore cannot be the Secretary as well.

Robbie Rickert submitted her statement for the position of Secretary of CJSA.

Motion was made by Tom Skarbek, seconded by Jim Brown to accept Robbie Rickert as Secretary of CJSA at this time. Vote: Yes: 14, No: 0, Abstain: 1. Motion passed.

Robbie will still be doing the Risk Management position.

Good of the Game:

Milan mentioned that Mrs. Morrone has passed away and CJSA should send something. He was advised that flowers have already been sent to arrive on Tuesday.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 PM and Kathy wished all a wonderful Holiday Season.

Respectfully submitted,

Gerry Koppe (for Tom Mattera)

CJSA BOD Minutes December 3, 2007