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Minutes of General Meeting
North Spokane Library
The meeting was convened by President Traci Benstine at
6 pm. Eleven people were present. It was decided to
have the evening’s program first, followed by the
business meeting.
Shelly Stevens introduced Dr. George Dawson, Equine
Nutritionist for Cargill Animal Nutrition (Nutrena
Feeds), who gave an interesting and enlightening
presentation on feeding all types and ages of horses to
insure good health and energy levels. He offered to
evaluate individual diets and advise on needed
adjustments, either on-line or in a later visit.
The business meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm.
Shelly Stevens read the minutes of the general meeting
held on Jan. 15. Lois Rice gave the Treasurer’s report.
Traci reported that the Club currently has 82 regular
members and 10 youth members, as well as 4 adult and 9
youth associate members.
Old Business
Youth Group – Melinda Corigliano reported youth
involvement is growing; there are several new members
including some who own other breeds. This year the
group will focus on learning about conformation, riding
disciplines, etc. in preparation for developing a youth
judging team.
Member Survey - Shelly Stevens sent out/posted on the
internet a survey to gather information about members’
preferences for meeting times, places, and activities.
Results are in and will be used in planning for future
meetings.
New Business
Operating Budget – The officers will meet in to
develop the 2008 operating budget.
Arabian Community Show and Clinic – Shelly Stevens is
heading up the ACS effort. Seed money grants are
available from AHA and Region 5; Shelly will apply for
these. It was suggested that the ACS could be
combined with a clinic. Both events will be held
in late summer, target date August 23-24.
Motion: Club will support ACS, planning should go
forward. Motion passed.
Prepared and submitted by
Leila Crawford, IEAHC Secretary |
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