Mid State of Ohio Kart Club
Board of Directors Meeting
August 17, 2006
Grove City Public Library – Grove City, Ohio
Call to Order – Mike Unger called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM.
Attendance – In attendance were:
Mike Unger – Member (President)
Dana Conlin – Member
Mike Dillon – Member (Treasurer)
MaShaun Jones – Visitor (Webmaster)
Paul Lyda – Member (Vice-President)
Todd Mees – Visitor
Bob Strawser – Member
Steve Tatman – Member
There were six regular board members present and no alternates.
Apologies for Absence – Those who had indicated that they were unable to attend the meeting were:
Kevin Brown – Member – Excused due to the birth of Twin Girls!!
Bill Bruce – Member (Secretary) – Out-of-town business travel
Approval of Minutes – The minutes from the July 17, 2006 MSOKC Board of Directors meeting were approved as written.
Membership Up-Date/Treasurers Report – Mike Dillon reported that the total cost of the Hog Roast was $458.
Restricted Animal with Unrestricted Raptor –It was discussed that the ultimate goal is to get move toward WKA rules and use the Animal with the standard restrictor for the junior class. Mike Unger made a motion to allow additional experimentation for one more race with the larger restrictor. Second – Paul Lyda, Vote – Unanimously approved.
High Resolution Softcopies of MSOKC Logo – Paul Lyda requested copies if anyone had them. MaShaun has some for web but not high quality. They were originally created by Tim Tope. Mike Dillion will check to see if he has any copies (ACTION 1).
Preparation for Race No. 9 (Short Course) – Regarding fuel and tires, Bob Strawser indicated that a sufficient supply of both would be available. Next we discussed the need for extra bails of straw due to higher speeds produced by running short course. Steve said that he had enough. He was moving some to the light pole in turn 7 and across turn 3 to prevent one from taking the back straight. Steve was also to add lighting in turn 8 to aid with the turn in point. Next, Mike Unger proposed that we use qualifying for the event. After much discussion, it was decided that the last event was qualifying and sufficient notice should be given to the teams prior to the event. As such, Mike then proposed that the event run 10-10-15 laps. Bob Strawser seconded. All Agreed and motion passed.
MSOKC Promotion from CPGP – Mike Unger invited via email and telephone 42 people that had shown interest in Karting at the CPGP. They were invited to attend the MSOKC event on September 10 with free admission. Mike requested that all who see a visitor welcome them and spend 30 minutes with them to cover classes, costs, speed and any questions that they may have. Results of CPGP were good. The fire department raised approximately $8,000 (on a weekend that was also a WKA Gold Cup event). It was suggested that the club should work more closely with the fire department next year. If MSOKC helps with set-up and tear down, they may split the profits with the club.
Preparations for 2006 MSOKC Banquet – Villa Milano had been reserved for November 17, 2006 (the Friday before the Ohio State/Michigan football Game) for the banquet. Mike suggested that we begin taking reservations during one of the events in September. The cost will be $20 for adults and $10 for kids (last year it was $16 for all). Greg Wilkinson (Angel’s dad), has agreed to be the DJ for a little party after the awards ceremony. All class winners will receive a set of Tires, Trophy and a Jacket. It was then discussed what other types of prizes should be awarded. We do not have enough money to do tires again for all participants. It is estimated that we will have 70 participants with none or more races. Steve Tatman will talk to Rocky Johnson regarding some stands (ACTION 2). Mike Unger will talk to J&J regarding some Douglas wheels (ACTION 3). We will get $2500 in merchandise from J&J. Another idea is that of Fuel tickets. Per Mike Dillion, we will have $4,000 left at end of year. Mike Dillion stated that we will spend $1,000 on trophy’s and jackets and that we should leave $500 in the bank for next year. It was also proposed that we give Steve $1000 for a track improvement (like a PA system). The remainder of the $4,000 is to go to the Banquet. All are to think of ideas for the next meeting.
Points – Board must be aware and enforce the one set of tires per event rule. One can change tires but only after getting approval from race director. It was also noted that club members should be aware that MyLaps are for lap times only and not points as they may not include any disqualifications. Jack and Erin to ensure that they are in sync before end of event regarding any DQ’s.
Swap Meet – It was decided that it is too late to plan one for this year. We should begin plans this winter to have one in the late fall/early winter.
Tire Contract for Next Year – Mike Unger to have a draft for a new agreement with J&J by October board meeting (ACTION 4).
Chassis Seminar – Mike Unger to also invite all those from CPGP who were interested in Karting to a Seminar on September 9, 2006. There were also 10 people from the MSOKC forum that showed interest in attending. Bob Strawser will verify that the Circleville Fire House is available (ACTION 5). Mike Unger will be putting it on for free as he will be videotaping the class for his promotional purposes.
Sponsorship – Club needs a proposal for track sponsorship for Bob Strawser for Classic Brands for next year. Paul Lyda will draft a few of these types of class and track sponsorship proposals (ACTION 6).
Next Meeting – The next meeting will be Thursday September 21, 2006, at 7:00 PM at the Grove City Public Library.
Actions – The following is a list of action items from the meeting:
Adjournment – The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:03 PM.
Paul Lyda
Vice President
Secretary (pro tem)
MSOKC Board of Directors