MINUTES

MYAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

March 15, 2010

The regular monthly meeting of the MYAA Board of Directors was held on Monday, March 15, 2010 at the MYAA Administration Building.  Members in attendance were:  R. Mogel, M. Graml, E. Lewis, D. Madden, L. Williard, R. Kraus, D. Lent, E. Rogers, T. O’Connell, T. Upperman, R. Posten, M. George, S. Calhoun, J. Stockard, J. Frey, T. Quinn, D. Kluczynski, and C. Calhoun

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm.

MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY, 2010 MEETING:  On motion by J. Stockard and seconded by L. Williard, the Minutes from the February. 2010 meeting were approved.

TREASURER’S REPORT OF FEBRUARY, 2010 MEETING:  M. Minnaugh was absent; however, he provided copies of the treasurer’s report.  On motion made by T. Upperman, and seconded by J. Stockard, the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

 PROGRAM REPORTS:

MIST:  No report.    

BASKETBALL:

 Girls: D. Lent reported that the season is complete.  The number of participants was up from the past.

 Boys: T. Quinn reported that the season is complete.  The numbers were down with 60 in Beginner, 7-8 and 9-10 year olds each had approximately 120 participants, 11-12 year olds had 70, and there was not enough participants for 13-18.  Further discussion on what we can do to increase player participation.  E. Rogers mentioned that one possible reason could be that it is not “real” basketball as with stealing off the dribble.  Gym time is also an issue. We are unable to utilize MHS and MIHS gyms as in the past.  We need to meet with MTSD in regards to gym time.  Would it be beneficial to run clinics on Saturdays?  Discussion continued on the possibility on changing the time frame for BKB to possibly allow for more gym time.  Would it be beneficial to start the season shortly after MYAA FB is complete, keeping in mind that CLAY starts in January?  Could we “pitch” the program as a developmental early league leading into regular play?   Would an (A) and (B) league be possible?  Also discussion continued on parents not wanting to take their kids to practice, some board members  had opposition to that idea feeling strongly that parents are not opposed to taking their kids to practice.        

 COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Budget Committee: Preliminary report of number of BB/SB participants for the 2010 season is down.  The league presidents are still accepting players in hopes of increasing the participants, hence income.  As of now, the program has 132 less players than last year, 18 less teams, which calculates to approximately $12,500 less BB/SB income.  It was mentioned that is may be necessary to make certain cuts to the BB/SB program.

Baseball Reorganization CommitteeBy-Laws:  No report.

By-Laws:  The 27 rule changes that were proposed at the February, 2010 board meeting was not included in the Feb. 2010 Minutes in error.  On motion by R. Mogel, and seconded by M. Graml, the rule changes were accepted. 

 NEW BUSINESS:

BB/SB Registration Reports:  The numbers were not finalized.

OLD BUSINESS:

 Fundraising- L. Willard still in discussion with the Sportsmen’s Club people.

Spring Field Work-  It was decided to over-seed  at Scott Park.

Lacrosse:  We were unable to distribute the lacrosse survey through Millcreek schools as they have a policy in place regarding surveys.  Someone should contact the lacrosse people to advice of this.

Proposed Rule Changes-Rick Rohan distributed his proposal for a consistent policy for coaches, parents and for all-star selections.  Members were to review and discuss & vote on the proposal at the next board meeting.

Computer Upgrade & Internet Service: Computer not purchased yet.  Velocity does not provide DSL.

OTHER BUSINESS:

 McDowell Hall of Flame: The board was not if favor of making a donation as our income is down.

 Submitted by:

C. Calhoun

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