MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ANNUAL MEETING
OF
West Elk Hockey ASSOCIATION,
A Colorado non-profit corporation
The annual meeting of the Directors of the WEST ELK HOCKEY ASSOCIATION, (the “Association”) was held at the Gunnison Recreation Center on June 28, 2017.
There were present, either in person or by telephone, the following Directors/members:
Names of Members
John Collins Chad Zummach Deena Buffington
Heather Thiessen-ReilyKaren Stock Brad DesAulniers
John Collins called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm. Notice of this meeting was proper and a required quorum was present. Minutes of the 2016 Annual meeting were approved.
Agenda was amended
SPECIAL AWARD: The WEHA Board acknowledged GJ Santelli for his years of service to youth hockey in the Gunnison Valley and deep support for girls’ hockey. GJ was awarded a plaque in honor of his service and dedication.
OFFICER REPORTS:
President’s Report: John Collins thanked Crested Butte and Gunnison, the rink staffs of both communities (Andy and Pete) as well as coaches and managers for their support and time. Special mention was made of the hard work Wendy Buckhanan has put in as Hockey Administrator. We had smoother year largely due to her work and commitment. John announced Wendy’s rehiring in the position as Hockey Administrator for 2017-2018.
John then thanked Brad, Ted and Chad for their service as board members.
John reported on the team successes of the past season; playoff participation; U19 state championship; healthy numbers at the Squirt level and good numbers at mini and mite levels at both ends of the valley.
He was pleased to see the travel issues were sorted out from the 2016 season. He reported some big changes may be coming at Squirt level from the League; some rostering issues for the girls; good improvement in number of referees but there is still a shortage at north end of the valley.
Treasurer’s report: Annual report was given. Chad Zummach noted that the amount adult hockey subsidizes youth hockey has declined because the cost of adult hockey has continued to increase over the last few years. Youth has and must continue to pay more for itself. Ice time costs will likely go up and we will have to look at the numbers. We must budget to make sure that programs can cover their costs.
Advertising revenue is going down and we need to look at what we are doing.
Overall operating budget, when Hockey Mom’s donation included is in the black.
Next year’s budget must look at ice costs, referee costs, coaching and scorekeeping costs. We need to not only ensure that pricing covers those costs but also builds reserves. We should discuss what an appropriate reserve for the Association should be.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/DISCUSSION ITEMS: None
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS: Election of new Board members
Meeting of the West Elk Hockey Association Board of Directors was adjourned at 6:30 pm.
Next Meeting:
Due to presentation by the City of Gunnison, the next WEHA Regular Meeting July 26, 2017 at 6:00 pm at the Gunnison Rec Center.
Pursuant to the authority of the Colorado Corporation Code and the Bylaws of the Association, the Board of Directors of the West Elk Hockey Association, Inc (the “Association”) adopted the following resolutions:
RESOLVED: That the adoption of the June 28, 2017 Annual Meeting minutes of the Board of Directors and the June 28, 2017 Regular Meeting minutes of the Board of Directors will be adopted at the July 26, 2017 meeting.
ASSENT TO APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The undersigned Secretary and President of the Association do hereby certify that the Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting of the West Elk Hockey Association, a Colorado Nonprofit Corporation, were duly approved at the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Association on July 26, 2017.
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PresidentSecretary