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SEWADL January 10, 2007 Called to order : Attending: Darci, Erik, Gary, Biggy, Tanya, Charlie, Ceasar, Paul, Nikki, Lisa Lori, Ed, Ken, Dee Ann, Joe B., Joe M., Tom, Iona, John. Meeting Minutes: Erik reported that a small meeting was held in October – of which the main order of business was to purchase 12 Dart Boards, 7 of which ended up being sponsored by league members, leaving 5 to the expense of the league. Treasurer’s Report: The league fund balance is currently $1107.52 - $922.50 in Season Dues; leaving $185.02 (minus $57 for mystery out pot) in the general fund. Annual League Dues of $25 is now due and Season Dues of $20 will be payable upon joining and starting the next season of league play. John motioned to approve the treasurer’s report; Tom seconded and all were in favor. Motion passed. New Business: Elections – at the next meeting of the league new officers and board members must be voted in by the members. The following positions and people were nominated for consideration:
Other positions to be determined by league divisions in the next season included Division Reps. Erik also noted that an honorary non-voting position of Past President will be new to the board this year. He encouraged anyone interested in running for a position to turn in their name to the secretary prior to the next meeting. Next Meeting – After discussion the league voted unanimously to hold the next meeting on Wednesday, January 17th at 6:30 p.m. at Kimo’s in Richland for elections and general league business. Season Banquet – Discussion ensued about holding the season banquet and awards. Erik tabled the discussion with the suggestion that ideas for the banquet be brought for decision to the next meeting. This will also require a volunteer to oversee and so anyone interested in doing that should also step forward at that time. Awards are being overseen by Ken & Darci. Season Play – it was consensus of league members that Winter Season Play would commence on Wednesday, January 24th so to ensure an even amount of league play during the three seasons in 2007. Divisions – There was much discussion on divisions and some players moving into different divisions based on their skill level at end of last season’s play. It was decided that Masters will combine with top A Division players from last season while B Division will absorb any A Division players who wish to play at that level rather than the Masters level. Enough people provided, C Division will be reestablished, but will continue to play with B Division to provide a more rounded selection of skill levels to compete against. Erik encouraged all members who wish to play in the next season to let the secretary know, prior to leaving the meeting, what division they want to play in for the purpose of creating a roster by the next meeting. Oche Fees – Paul Steventon discussed the idea of instituting an oche fee (to be determined by each division) as a means to raise funding for the general league fund. An oche fee would constitute each player paying a set amount (like $1) to play league darts each night of league play. There was some discussion about having set the season dues at a fee of $20 to alleviate the need to do this. Discussion ensued about the ongoing need for boards, supplies, standards, and other things for tournaments, etc. and members paying out of pocket to accomplish many of these things. With an oche fee, funding is continually being brought in to help pay for the things that the league needs to be successful. A motion was made by Paul and seconded by John to institute an oche fee (as determined by each division). Ben asked if it was possible for someone to pay the entire amount up front – it was decided that that would be fine. Another member asked if the season dues could be reduced to offset the oche fee – it was determined that doing so would be defeating the purpose of the oche fee. The oche fee motion went to a vote. 17 members were in favor. 1 was opposed and 1 abstained. The motion passed. 3rd Annual Mid-Columbia Open – Erik encouraged everyone to start thinking now about the next Mid-Columbia Open to be held this fall. Dates are being considered right now. He mentioned that the event grew from last year and will grow even more in 2007. He discussed the payout, especially for women as being among the highest in the West and he hoped to see more women playing at this year’s event. The standards that were built were great and inexpensive and easy to set up. Other things to consider will be venue, sponsors, etc. A tournament director is needed to oversee the logistics of the event and any future league fun shoots. League Venues – The Masters/A division league will commence play out of Kimo’s this season, leaving the Keg open for division play on Wednesdays. It was suggested that the B/C divisions alternate play out of the Keg and the Parkade as a way to maintain good relations with the Keg’s owners, since they were a top sponsor for the Mid-Columbia Open and it is hopeful that this will continue in 2007. Mixed Doubles League – An idea to start a team only format mixed doubles league has been suggested for consideration of any “couples” or mixed doubles groups that would be interested. If enough interest, than details can be determined at a later time. Paul made a motion to adjourn, seconded by John and approved unanimously. Next Meeting – Wednesday, January 17th, 6:30 p.m. at KIMO’s in RICHLAND.
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