IFWDA Meeting Notes Clubs Represented: Vice President Scott Sperling called the roll. Visitors: None in Attendance. The Club Delegate representation included: Four Wheelers to Freedom (2), Monroe County (2), Southeastern IL (2), Southern Indiana 4-Wheelers (2), North Central (2), Boonie Riders (2), Fat Boys Jeepers (2), Ruff Riders (2), Iron Horse (0), JP Frog (1), Midwest Trail Runners (2), Kokomo Four Wheelers (1), Odd Squad 4-Wheelers (2),Tri-State Jeepers (0), Hardcore Off Roaders (0), Michiana Jeepers (0), Individual Membership (0). The total Delegate Representation was 22 which constituted a meeting. President's Report: Danny Firestone requested that members willing to accept the newsletter by electronic copy, instead of regular mail, please notify Missy Rowda at 812-523-4484 or rowda@voyager.net. This is being done to help on postage. If you could help out with this, please do ASAP. Vice President's Report: Scott Sperling encouraged all clubs to send him any articles about themselves that get published to help earn Club of the Year Points. Please get your articles to Scott before Dec. 31st!!!! If anyone has any information on timing lights, please contact Scott at cssjeep@aol.com. Secretary's Report: Rob Bubala reported on the IFWDA e-mail list. Currently there are 72 members. Delegates were requested to update information as soon as possible. Treasurer's Report: Rob Robbins reported
that for 2002, IFWDA spent more money than what came in. Fundraisers
becoming more and more important. Rob requested that clubs contact the
IFWDA Treasurer if their members are not receiving the IFWDA or United
newsletters. He reminded clubs that when they send in dues money for
new members that UFWDA has a new dues structure: $10 for 12 months,
$7.50 for 9 months, $5 for 6 months, and $2.50 for 3 months. Publicity Report: Max Soliday wants pictures and videos to put presentation together for IFWDA. If you have any, please see him. The tent at the Indy Jamboree worked well, thanks to everyone who worked it and braved tornado like conditions. Max has many IFWDA items for sale (stickers, shirts, etc). Contact Max at max.jeep@insightbb.com for more details. Max is currently working on some possible new sponsors for IFWDA, will have more info available hopefully at the Convention Meeting in February 2003. He will be designing a new business sponsor package too. If anyone has any potential sponsors, please get a contact name and phone number to Max ASAP and Max can contact them. Dir. Environmental Affairs: Brian Rowda announced that Redbird will officially be opening June 7, 2003. DIRT and IFWDA will have a co-op agreement with the DNR to run Redbird. The contract is currently at the Attorney General for review. Then it will go the ABATE and UFWDA legal teams for review. IFWDA/DIRT would hire staff to work at the park. The hours are going to be April 1 – Dec 1, Friday – Monday 9am-5pm. If more hours are needed, they will be added. A BOD for this project will also be appointed and that work will start in January 2003. Park rules will be developed working with state rules as well. Rules on the trails will have to be monitored by everyone. That means that if you find someone doing something wrong, you can take their license plate info to a DNR rep and they will process it. There will be a 200’ rock garden, 3 parking lots, and an area for kids 16 and under to ride so parents can supervise easier. Manufacturers are being asked to help out with the project, and as companies jump on board, that info will be shared. Clubs will be asked to donate time and resources for projects dealing with Redbird, and Brian will be sending out that info, as projects are needed. Currently Monroe County is working on some gates, Odd Squad is helping to fix a hay cart. A cleanup date is in the works for the spring, and the date will be announced soon. Guard Rails are going to be added to help prevent people from driving in the property and dumping items. The GPS that IFWDA bought will help in this project immensely. – A new Indiana ORV sticker plan is being developed to help defray costs of upkeep to the properties. All members of IFWDA will be asked soon to write their representatives to help support a new plan of $30 for a 3 year ORV sticker. Brian will provide the info soon so please help in this!!!!! RTP funding will also be used for Redbird. Jason Settles will be working with the DNR on a bar code system for these ORV stickers so getting into the park will be easier. Also more land is coming up for sale across the state for possible ORV use so hopefully the new ORV bill (if passed) could help with acquiring more land. Interlake project – The Lynnville area – please Tread Lightly on the area, DNR is paying close attention as well as the Green Groups. If anyone knows of any state certified surveyors that could do work at a heavily reduced rate or for free to survey this area, please let Rich Reisz know at rmreisz@psci.net. If any members have questions or issues dealing with land use or environmental topics, please contact Brian Rowda at rowda@voyager.net. Raffle Chairman: Scott Sperling discussed the 2003 IFWDA Raffle – All clubs should have received their raffle tickets for the set of 35” Pro Comp tires. Those tires can either be a 16” or 15” set! If you need any more tickets, please see Scott. Please remember that your stubs, and money collected are due by the Feb. 2003 convention. To contact, please email Scott at cssjeep@aol.com with any Raffle questions. A portion of the proceeds from this raffle will be going to the Riley’s Children’s Hospital. There may be an outing with ABATE in 2003, more info will be available at a later date (possible fundraiser). Special Events Report: Allen Popp reported that Wilstem 2002 broke even with 200 adults and 40 children in attendance. The date for Wilstem 2003 is set for August 15-17. The IFWDA Convention will be held at French Lick Resort & Spa, in French Lick, IN, on February 7-9, 2003. The Boonie Riders 4WD Club is hosting the event. Trail Rides will be on 3,000 acres behind the Resort. Information and Registration Forms are available on the 4WTF WebSite at www.4wtf.org at this time. Trails will be available for stock vehicles up to heavily modified. A suggestion was made that IFWDA have an out of state run in the future. If any clubs have any out of state runs please advertise the info on the IFWDA eGroups or let Missy know at rowda@voyager.net and she will place the event in the newsletter. Allen continues to work hard to develop events but requests feedback from members on what they would like to have. United Delegate Report: Brian Rowda and Jerry Ellis presented insight into the structure of United as observed at the Annual Convention in London, Ontario, Canada this past August. If anyone wants copies of the 2002 UFWDA annual meeting, please contact Jerry at jellis@rr1.net. UFWDA Delegates asked the BOD that better communication procedures be developed. The United Safety Awareness Program is being stream lined. United is going to have an administrator for the program and a web site. People interested in the training will be directed to the nearest association and the association will either inform them they are part of the program or not. This program could be a real big benefit to the Association and all its member clubs. Everybody who attended the seminar at Monroe County and have not taught the required classes needs to attend a class again. A possible training area could be an area at Redbird. IFWDA is looking for a volunteer to help coordinate IFWDA’s program, if interested please contact Brian at rowda@voyager.net. United is going to start trading its membership list to 4-wheel drive related business. The only info would be name, and address. The reason is that Jeep has a 3-year standing request and we may lose over $20,000 in sponsorship if we don't give them the list. They want to mail Jeep literature to our members. Also, this is why Summit left us, we lost $5000. More money will either come United's way or will be lost. The delegates decided to give the list out, with guidelines given to the vendor to give us there's and not sell the list. United will start soliciting its members for donations. Same way the NRA and the Blue Ribbon Coalition does The NRA spends 2 million a month in mailers asking for money and gets back 10 million per month in donations. When the delegates were polled, allot of the associations give money to other off-road causes, such as the Blue Ribbon Coalition, but not to United. When asked why, we never ask. We will also get mailing lists from other vendors to do this with. Due to lack of interest in people running for offices, United is looking into more paid offices to run the association. More info on this as it becomes available. If you would like to try for a United position, please talk with either Brian or Jerry. IFWDA won the 2003 Jack Edwards Award! – 2002 Environmental Four Wheeler of the Year goes to Allen Lane – Way to go Allen! The 2003 UFWDA Convention will be held in Phoenix, AZ, and the 2004 Convention in eastern Pennsylvania near Paragon Off Road Park. Newsletter Editor Report: Missy Rowda has asked Delegates that articles be submitted before the deadline of November 17, 2002, for the next issue. All clubs are encouraged to send articles on their clubs, event summaries, pictures, etc Future articles may be sent to Missy electronically at rowda@voyager.net or to contact her for questions. All submitted items go toward Club of the Year points for that club. Every club should submit 4 items per club, per year as stated in Article 7 of the COYT criteria. It was decided that the post-meeting 2-week deadline would stay in effect. Missy is also working with other BOD members to develop a business advertising program. Missy Rowda is working on an update version of the IFWDA
brochure. If any of your club’s mailing address, main contacts,
etc change, please let Missy know ASAP so that she can have all the
right info in the newsletter and future brochures. Web Site Report: There was no web site report. Danny Firestone promised to contact Jeff Bade regarding the IFWDA WebSite. Additions suggested included an Events Calendar, For Sale & Wanted Listings, and improved posting for Event Flyers. Old Business: None Discussed. New Business: Proposed dates for 2003 IFWDA Meetings are February 9 (at the Convention), May 11 in Fishers, IN, August 10 (TBA), and November 9 in Fishers, IN. Nominations were requested prior to elections. Those nominated included: President – Danny Firestone, Scott Sperling, and
Jason Settles (4WTF/JP Frog) Winners are displayed in bold font and will take their positions on January 1, 2003. A motion was made, seconded, and passed to destroy the election ballots. Fat Boys Jeepers donated $100 from their off road lights raffle – MANY THANKS! 4WTF Toys for Tots – Badlands – Dec 7, 2003. If you bring a new toy valued $5 - $10 – get $5 off admission; $15 and up is a free entry for the driver. Same goes for the passengers in your vehicle. Badlands will be having pork sandwiches for all participants and Red Bull will be out there too. If you have any questions on this event, contact Missy Rowda at rowda@voyager.net. Fat Boys Jeepers/4WTF/IFWDA – “Ground Hog Trail Ride” – Haspin Acres Feb 1, 2003. A donation box for IFWDA will be at the run. The Next Meeting is at the IFWDA Convention at the French Lick Resort & Spa on February 9, 2003, from 11:00 am till 1:30 pm. IFWDA Meeting Notes The IFWDA Meeting, held at the 4 Wheel Parts Store, on the eastside of Indianapolis, IN, was called to order on Sunday, July21, 2002. Vice President Scott Sperling called the roll. Visitors: None in Attendance. The Club Delegate representation included: Four Wheelers to Freedom (2), Monroe County (2), Southeastern IL (2), Southern Indiana 4-Wheelers (2), North Central (2), Boonie Riders (2), Fat Boys Jeepers (2), Ruff Riders (2), Iron Horse (2), JP Frog (2), Midwest Trail Runners (0), Kokomo Four Wheelers (0), Odd Squad 4-Wheelers (1),Tri-State Jeepers (2), Hardcore Off Roaders (1), Michiana Jeepers (0), Individual Membership (0). The total Delegate Representation was 24 which constituted a meeting. PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Dan Firestone - If you are willing to accept the newsletter by electronic
copy instead of regular mail, please notify Dan at
dandee@bnin.net VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Scott Sperling SECRETARY'S REPORT: Robert Bubala TREASURER'S REPORT: Rob Robbins MEMBERSHIP REPORT: Angie Yaddow PUBLICITY REPORT: Max Soliday DIR. ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS REPORT: Brian Rowda RAFFLE CHAIRPERSON REPORT: Scott Sperling SPECIAL EVENTS REPORT: Allen Popp UNITED DELEGATE REPORT: Brian Rowda - Jerry Ellis NEWSLETTER EDITOR REPORT: - Missy Rowda WEB SITE REPORT: Jeff Bade OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: NEXT MEETING: IFWDA Meeting Notes The IFWDA Meeting, held in Fishers, IN, was called to order on Sunday, January 20, 2002. Vice President Scott Sperling called the roll and ask for visitors. Visitors in attendance included members of Hard Core Off Roaders, Michiana Jeepers, and Kokomo Four Wheelers. The Club Delegate representation included: Four Wheelers to Freedom (2), Monroe County (0), Southeastern IL (2), Southern Indiana 4-Wheelers (1), North Central (2), Boonie Riders (1), Fat Boys Jeepers (2), Ruff Riders (1), Iron Horse (1), JP Frog (2), Midwest Trail Runners (0), SUBY (0), Tri-State Jeepers (0), Individual Membership (1). The total Delegate Representation was 16 which constituted a meeting. President's Report: Danny Firestone Vice President's Report: Scott Sperling Secretary's Report: Robert Bubala Treasurer's Report: Rob Robbins Membership Report: Angie Yaddow Publicity Report: Max Soliday Director of Environmental Affairs Report: Brian Rowda Raffle Chairperson Report: Scott Sperling Special Events Report: Allen Popp United Delegate Report: Brian Rowda - Jerry Ellis Newsletter Editor Report: Stacey Muncie Web Site Report: Jeff Bade Old Business: New Business: NEXT MEETING: March 3rd, 2002 IFWDA Meeting Notes This article comes from some notes and observations made at the quarterly meeting. A more detailed version will most likely appear in some future IFWDA Newsletter or perhaps on their website. The IFWDA Quarterly Meeting was called to order at Jim Carson’s Carson-Fletcher Motorsports facility in Brownsburg, IN, on Sunday, November 18, 2001. Copies of a Meeting Agenda were circulated to the Delegates with additional copies, if available, to attending members. Vice President Scott Sperling called the roll and ask for visitors. Visitors in attendance included Adam Pickel and Jim Love. The Club Delegate representation included: Four Wheelers to Freedom (2), Monroe County (1), Southeastern IL (1), Southern Indiana 4-Wheelers (0), North Central (1), Boonie Riders (2), Fat Boys Jeepers (2), Ruff Riders (1), Iron Horse (0), JP Frog (2), Midwest Trail Runners (0), SUBY (1), and Tri-State Jeepers (2). The total Delegate Representation was 15 of 26 which constituted a meeting. President's Report: Danny Firestone commented that members should try to recruit any new clubs into the Association. Vice President's Report: Scott Sperling mentioned that he was working on the 2001 Club of the Year Award points. Scott noted that the cut-off date for points was December 31, 2001. Secretary's Report: Rob Bubala again noted that the original IFWDA eList had been deleted. Rob said that he added access for members who he had email addresses for. He stated that there are currently 74 members on the eList. This is less than half those on the original list. Members interested in being added to the IFWDA eList should send their email address to Rob at jeep_cj8@hotmail.com so that invitations can be sent out to join the list. In the agenda notes, Rob established that Club Delegates should get email addresses to him ASAP. Treasurer's Report: Rob Robbins distributed the current balance sheet for IFWDA. In the agenda notes, Rob requested that if any members were not receiving the newsletter to please contact him. Membership Report: Angie Yaddow was unable to attend the meeting. Danny Firestone recognized that the Boonie Riders and Fat Boys were growing in size. For the latter club, the pun was definitely intended and enjoyed by all. Publicity Report: Max Soliday reiterated the need for clubs to update their picture display boards. He has developed a contact in visual arts, near Dayton, OH, who is willing to put together event videos. Dir. Environmental Affairs: Brian Rowda requested that everyone write letters to legislators to support the ORV Sticker Revisions on the table. He encouraged everyone to send the message to channel the money for land acquisitions for trails and other off-road related use. Brian also noted that many other areas were not as successful with the National Public Land Day Event as Indiana was at Redbird. There were over 80 people in attendance with vehicles and equipment too. New admiration and appreciation was generated for the efforts of DNR Manager Nila Armstrong and the Indiana off-road community. Brian commented that funding was halted to capitol projects due to lack of Indiana State funding. This affects Redbird but other alternatives are being explored. Brian explained that ABATE was able to secure a $185,000 grant for off-road development. All grants must be requested in a $10,000 minimum. He suggested that interested clubs might pursue this opportunity to fund development for exiting off-road use. Raffle Chairman: Scott Sperling mentioned that IFWDA Raffle Tickets were distributed to member clubs. The Raffle Prize is a set of BF Goodyear tires. It was recognized that ticket sales are a primary source of income for the association. If the BOD can not generate income from such items, then they will have to raise the membership dues. Special Events Report: Alane Judkins said the 2002
Attica Spring Fling event was tentatively scheduled for May 4-6, 2002.
The BOD opened the floor to any clubs wishing to coordinate the event.
Rob Robbins, on behalf of the North Central Club, volunteered their
help for the event. United Delegate Report: Max Soliday and Jerry Ellis informed everyone about the 2001 UFWDA convention held in New Mexico. They were able to obtain notes made by a Delegate from another area of the country. This report was distributed to the Delegates only. Max observed that the plan of UFWDA Counsel Carla Boucher was difficult to follow but countered the environmentalist’s 100 year plan. The 2002 UFWDA Convention will be in London, Ontario, Canada, from the 8-10 of August. The IFWDA membership was encouraged to attend the United convention. Newsletter Editor Report: Stacey Muncie was unable to attend the meeting. Web Site Report: Jeff Bade was unable to attend the meeting. Old Business: None was discussed. Some comments were made about IFWDA stickers. The BOD didn’t present any ideas about having them produced however. New Business: Dan Firestone advised that Scott Sperling’s
“memorandum of understanding” will be placed in the SOP.
When questioned about updating the 12 year old By-Laws, Danny did not
appear to have any resolution plan. Officer Nominations were taken. Officers by Acclimation include: Scott Sperling as Vice President, Allan Popp as Events Coordinator, and Rob Robbins as Treasurer. By vote, Brian Rowda is the United Delegate and Max Soliday is the Alternate Delegate. The Fat Boys’ Trivia contest, for various t-shirts, was a high point of the meeting. The contest included such questions as, “Name the number 2 breakfast meal at McDonalds”. The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 20, with the site to be announced. Regular member meetings generally start at 12 noon. No motion was heard to adjourn the meeting but everybody did anyway. IFWDA Meeting Notes Here are my ‘unofficial’ minutes of the last IFWDA meeting on Sunday, August 26, 2001. Clubs Represented: Only 10 Club Delegates were present, short of a quorum. Total in attendance was 17. No guests were present. Vice President's Report: Scott Sperling discussed the memorandum of understanding regarding product loyalty, contact responsibility and IFWDA sponsored events that fall under the raffle chairman’s responsibility. It was suggested this be part of the SOPs. He is also wrapping up the year to tally Club of the Year points. Secretary's Report: Rob Bubala reported on the IFWDA e-mail list, and requested delegates to get current e-mail lists for invitations to join the e-group send out to those who haven’t yet received one. Treasurer's Report: Rob Robbins report that gross receipts from Wilstem were about $12,000. Apparently IFWDA lost $ on lodging as it is committed to more than just the lodge and annex. Membership Report: IFWDA President Dan Firestone reported for Angie Yaddow that there have been some communication issues getting up to date data for the mailing list as new members are joining. Publicity Report / United Delegate Report: Max Soliday asked that everyone take a look at the color brochure to get updated. He and United Delegate Jerry Ellis were getting ready for the annual UFWDA convention in Farmington, NM. IFWDA would like to contribute $500 to the UFWDA legal defense fund, however, this could not be voted on at this meeting. Discussion took place on IFWDA hosting an UFWDA BOD meeting in Indianapolis before it hosts a convention. Max also discussed the Special Events Fall Jamboree in Indianapolis. All clubs should get event flyers, club information, videos, an updated photo frame, etc. to him. A sign-up sheet was passed around for workers. An additional 500 newsletters will be printed for handouts. Dir. Environmental Affairs: Brian Rowda was not present but his report was read by Rob Bubula. National Public Lands Day is Sept. 29, 2001, at Redbird. Brian is looking for someone to assist him with this position. Any person representing their club in an environmental capacity would be the most likely candidate. Raffle Chairman: Scott Sperling discussed the 2001 IFWDA raffle – a set of BFG tires. Tickets are not yet printed but will be sent to all the clubs once received. Drawing will be at the 2002 Convention. He brought one tire of the new BFG mud-terrain for all to checkout. Special Events Report: Alane Judkins reported on Wilstem 2001. There were about 250 people and 110 vehicles. The date for Wilstem 2002 is set for August 9-11. The ranch has requested no glass bottles. A call for a host club(s) to put on Spring Fling for 2002 was made. The date is tentatively set for May 4-6. Alane also mentioned a possible IFWDA day at the Badlands at a discounted admission for 10/13 or 10/20. Scott Sperling discussed the Wayne County Flat Drags that were held in July. The date for 2002 has not been set by the fair board, but should be 2nd weekend. Newsletter Editor Report: Stacey Muncie has asked that articles be submitted by Friday, September 7th, for publication before the Jamboree. Web Site Report: There was no web site report. New Business: By-Laws and SOP revisions were discussed.
No one has submitted any changes. Iron Horse will be assisting with
the October Ramsey National Off-Road Challenge Series at the Badlands.
They are asking for help from all IFWDA members. Ruff Riders is hosting
the 2002 Convention; location still to be determined, but it will most
likely be in the Elkhart/Mishawaka/South Bend area in late Jan/early
Feb. IFWDA is going to do the t-shirts for the French Lick Jeep Jamboree.
Tony West would like to know how many are interested in buying IFWDA
tire covers for about $30 each. Set locations for meetings was discussed, with it loosely being agreed upon that one should be south, one north, one central, and the winter meeting with the convention. The Next Meeting is at Carson Fletcher Motorsports on Sunday, November 18, 2001. The BOD meeting scheduled at 10:00 with the regular meeting at Noon. IFWDA Meeting Notes This article comes from some notes and observations made at the quarterly meeting. A more detailed version will most likely appear in the forthcoming IFWDA Newsletter. IFWDA President Dan Firestone said that the next edition of the Newsletter should be in the mail by early July. The IFWDA Quarterly Meeting was called to order at Jim Carson’s Toy Barn in Belleville, IN, on Sunday, June 3, 2001. Vice President Scott Sperling called the roll and ask for visitors. No visitors were in attendance. The Club Delegate representation included: Four Wheelers to Freedom (2), Monroe County (0), Southeastern IL (1), Southern Indiana 4-Wheelers (0), North Central (2), Boonie Riders (2), Fat Boys Jeepers (2), Ruff Riders (0), Iron Horse (0), JP Frog (0), Midwest Trail Runners (0), SUBY (0), and Tri-State Jeepers (2). The total Delegate Representation was 11 of 26 which constituted a meeting. President's Report: President Danny Firestone reserved his opening comments for later in the meeting. Vice President's Report: Scott Sperling mentioned the criteria for the 2001 Club of the Year Award. It was noted that all delegates should have received , and distributed, the criteria to their clubs. It was requested that the CotY Rules be posted to the IFWDA web site for easy, and clear, access. Secretary's Report: Rob Bubala requested that all clubs update their IFWDA Delegate List and provide him with that information. He also requested that attending Delegates inspect the IFWDA flyer and note any necessary changes. Treasurer's Report: Rob Robbins distributed the current balance sheet for IFWDA as well as new stickers to attending clubs. There was a brief discussion of Association finances and how they might be better managed. Rob plans to investigate interest producing options for the accounts. Membership Report: Angie Yaddow was unable to attend the meeting. Rob Robbins noted that the current roster shows about 340 members in the Association. Publicity Report: Max Soliday reiterated the need to update the IFWDA flyers for future distribution. He noted that the Indianapolis 4x4 Jamboree (September 21-23) booth is secured for the Association this year. Max and Tony West will try to coordinate the IFWDA Booth near the new Rock Crawl feature for this year’s event. Assistance is needed from the membership to work the booth. Interested individuals should contact Max Soliday. Marketing concepts were attempted for various logo items but no resolution was forth coming. Dir. Environmental Affairs: Brian Rowda talked about the success of the Redbird cleanup and mapping endeavors. DNR members are very impressed by the involvement of the 4x4 community. Brian commented that, while at a Land Use Conference in Baltimore, he learned that other states are monitoring the Redbird project to establish a president. He also noted that United Four Wheel Drive Association, along with Carla Boucher, UFWDA counsel, grow tired of being on the defensive. They are spearheading efforts against anti-land use supporters. Additional discussion included positions clubs might take in support functions. Raffle Chairman: Scott Sperling mentioned that he is working with Tony West to obtain a set of BF Goodyear tires for the upcoming IFWDA Raffle. Scott is also attempting to gather prizes for the Wilstem Trail Ride. Member clubs were again requested to donate prizes to the Wilstem event. A discussion developed regarding “sponsor loyalties” that Tony West had addressed with the Spring Fling Committee. While there was support of Tony’s suggestion, it seems that the Association does not have an actual policy or SOP regarding the issue. No clear resolution was achieved. Brian Rowda suggested soliciting member feedback on the type of 4x4 products used to determine what sponsors the Association might contact. Special Events Report: Alane Judkins said she received good response about the Spring Fling event. The BOD seemed to consider the possibility of doing the event again next year. The Wayne County Races are scheduled for Friday, July 13. Individuals interested in helping should contact Max Soliday. There will be a registration form in the next IFWDA Newsletter for the Wilstem Trail Ride. That event is scheduled for August 10-12. It was noted that the Ruffriders might be interested in hosting the IFWDA Convention in February, 2002. Again, no comments were made by the BOD regarding IFWDA support for club involvement when hosting an event. United Delegate Report: Max Soliday and Jerry Ellis informed everyone that the IFWDA President had resigned for personal reasons. The current Vice President will assume the role of President. Information for the UFWDA convention to be held in New Mexico can be found in the current UFWDA Voice. New member lists should be submitted to the IFWDA Membership Director so that members can be assured in receiving the United Voice. Newsletter Editor Report: Stacey Muncie was unable to attend the meeting. Dan Firestone suggested any items for the IFWDA Newsletter be submitted within 2 weeks after the meeting, or by about June 15. The Newsletter should be in the mail by July. Again, it was stressed that member addresses should be updated. Web Site Report: Jeff Bade was unable to attend the meeting. Dan Firestone said that efforts would be made to keep the web site current. How that would be addressed was not made clear at this time. Old Business: None was discussed. New Business: There was some discussion about the Association’s Tax Exempt Status. No clear definition was available. IFWDA apparently does not retain a CPA used in an advisory position at this time. Dan Firestone informed the attending members that the IFWDA eMail Group Lists would be cleaned up and available only to members. Specifics of this process were not disclosed. Officer Nominations will be held at the next meeting. Available offices include: Vice President, Events Coordinator, Alternate Delegate, and Treasurer. Rob Bubala will draft revisions to the 11 year old IFWDA By-Laws and SOP. These revisions will be available at the next meeting for approval by the Delegates. The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 26, with the site
to be announced. A meeting was also scheduled for November 18 at Carson/Fletcher
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