FINGER LAKES RUNNERS CLUB

Lorrie Marnell, President
PO Box 185
Locke, NY 13092

Minutes of FLRC Executive Board Meeting

July 12, 2000

Lorrie called the meeting to order at 5:35. The minutes of the May 3, 2000 meeting were approved after the following corrections:

Jim Miner noted that the motion to approve the purchase of the chronomix was made by John Whitman and seconded by Herb Engman. Also under Race Reports (Finger Lakes 50's) injuries should be changed to inquiries

Lorrie introduced Betsey Martens as our new assistant Newsletter editor.

Lorrie reported that RRCA has no restriction on wheelchair athletes as long as the race course is safe for wheelchairs. A discussion followed on which races are acceptable. It was decided to postpone the discussion and put this as an agenda item for the next meeting.

Race Reports:

Tortoise and Hare - Jim Miner reported that the race had a record field of 101. Everything went well. The race probably made greater than $500. Jim Miner proposed that we use some of the proceeds of the race to purchase a bench in Rich Lawrence's name. Joe Reynolds seconded the motion. Herb suggested a Leopold bench be purchased from the Finger Lakes Land Trust. The motion was carried unanimously.

Tom Bugliosi Runs: Tessa reported 91 runners participated. Everything went well. She proposed a slight change in the course. The race made approximately $100.

Ithaca Twilight: Alan reported that, except for a small glitch in getting the results printed out, the race went smoothly. Todd Mattison did a great job and has agreed to direct the race again next year.

Finger Lakes Fifties: Joe reported 85 finishers and the race went well. Trail Beast award went to John Sholeen. A discussion of the chicken BBQ timing followed. No resolution was reached.

Upcoming Races:

Forest Frolic - Steve Ryan said everything is in order. There are 88 pre-registered. Steve had a new shirt made with a course map on it.

Women's Distance 5K: Lorrie reported that there are 28 pre-registered. More volunteers are needed. Lorrie reported that the course is certified.

Fillmore 5K: There are 13 pre-registered. Alan needs volunteers for the finish line and to work on results.

Rec-Way 10K: Jeff reported that everything is in order. There will be no awards. Diane requested that Jeff be sure to get results posted.

Loop-the-Lake 5K: No report.

Monster Marathon: No report.

Virgil Mt. Madness: No report.

Other Business:

Lorrie reported that the Annual Donations Committee has not met so there is no report. We made our donation to the Ithaca United Track Club.

Finance:

John S. reported that the FL 50's made about $1000. Lowering the entry fee was discussed but no action was taken. Checkbook balance is approx. $12,000. John also reported that the Twilight will make between $200-$300. The issue of whether to invest some of our money in higher yield mutual funds was discussed again. No action was taken but it was agreed that Katie and John would review some of the mutual fund options and report back to the Bd.

Newsletter:

Diane reported that Betsy has been a great help and the next newsletter is forthcoming.

Membership:

no report

Equipment:

Katie questioned whether we really needed a new clock, it seemed to be working at the last three races. However, it was decided to go ahead and purchase a clock. Katie suggested that instructions be written out for each timer. She is presently reorganizing and labeling equipment. Katie proposed that we buy a second printer, Herb seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.

VP Reports:

No reports

Lorrie proposed that we have more board meetings. Herb pointed out that a meeting can be called at any time by the President. Lorrie will call a meeting in August.

George Gavras asked if anyone wanted any or all of a collection of Club clothing (w/ club logo, from Jim Hartshorne) that he had been storing. The Club agreed to give these away at Club fun runs, and other races where kids are participants.

Lorrie announced that the Fillmore 5k and the Ithaca 5 & 10 are using on-line registration.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:05

Submitted by:

Jim Bisogni