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NTASHA 2004 MONTHLY MINUTES

December 19, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Linda Bozeman, Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Chelsea Butschek, Brent Cowan, Betsy Cowan, Candee Carlson, Tuc Goodwin, Chloe Goodwin, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Katie Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Jane Monsson, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the October minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • The balance was reported as $17,369.18.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton reported that she talked with Richard Mary with the Dixie Jubilee, and that show is looking to change its dates. He wouldn't know for sure until January sometime, but that would enable NTASHA to hold the show over Halloween weekend without conflicting with Dixie Jubilee.
    • Membership voted to have the fall show. Janie and Nancy Lassiter will ask Las Colinas to hold both dates (Halloween and the weekend after State Fair) for NTASHA, and let the club know if another organization is interested in either date. NTASHA membership will evaluate the show's fees at the January meeting.
  • Banquet
    • The DJ and casino games have been reserved. There is also a block of rooms available for $54.00 a night. An invitation will be sent to all award winners and a separate invitation will be sent to the remaining TASHA and NTASHA members. Both invitations will mention the Big D Charity Auction that happens the day following the banquet.

New Business

  • The following members attended at least 8 of 12 meetings this year and will be treated by NTASHA to a dinner: Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Candee Carlson, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Meg Rockman, and Jane Monsson.
  • Anyone who is interested in learning the horse show program should contact Nancy Lassiter, Meg Rockman, Jane Monsson, and Barbe Butschek have said they would like to be trained on it.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • January 17, 2005
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:30 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:30 P.M. Meeting

November 15, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Brent Cowan, Betsy Cowan, Candee Carlson, Tuc Goodwin, Chloe Goodwin, Janie Hamilton, Jane Monsson, V. V. Peters, Sandee Razminas, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were one change to the October minutes: the plastic mums should be referred to as silk.
  • Treasurers Report
    • The balance was reported at $18,287.13.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton reported that neither the Waco nor the Athens facilities have dates available for the October show. Las Colinas has the weekend after State Fair and Halloween (Dixie Jubilee dates) available.
    • However Las Colinas has raised it's stall prices to $40.00 (from $24.00) and it's arena prices to $1,500.00/day for both (from $1,125.00). These increased costs will significantly reduce the club's ability to put on this show without losing money. Janie offered up the following options, which the membership discussed:
      • Hold just a one-day show.
      • Remove the TWH classes and hold the show at Collin County Youth Park. Offer Hunter, Arab, and Morgan classes.
    • Janie expressed the concern about the financial risk of going to Las Colinas and paying those prices, as well as the problem of losing horses on either of those dates. Ideas discussed included having a summer show, limiting the show to ASB classes, and keeping the show the same but raising fees. After lengthy discussion membership decided to reserve Las Colinas and raise fees for the 2005 show, but continue to evaluate the future of this show.
  • Banquet
    • Sandee Razminas reported the date is February 12 for the banquet. Teri Dolan offered at $38.00 per person rate at the Marriott Quorum for either New York Strip or Mandarin Chicken. Sandee is checking on Vegetarian and Kids' meals. Membership voted to charge $40.00 per person for meals and $20.00 for Kids' meals. There will be a cash bar, a DJ, and casino tables.

New Business

  • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • December 19, 2005
  • The Cowan's House
  • 4:00 P.M.
  • Bring Your Favorite Dish

October 18, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Linda Bozeman, Barbe Butschek, Mark Butschek, Chelsea Butschek, Candee Carlson, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Sandee Razminas, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the October minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • The balance was reported at $18,247.12.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton said she got a thank you note from both judges, which is a first for this show. They were very complimentary.
    • Sandee Razminas reported that the show netted approximately $3,521.22, which is less than last year but not surprising. We had $5,875.00 in sponsorship funds this year.
    • Janie mentioned that we had about 40 less horses this year because of the date conflict with the St. Louis show. Those who didn't attend included Patty Milligan, Debbie Grave's barn, and Mike Civils. Jane Monsson (Paddock Master) reported that she heard no complaints from any exhibitors.
    • Sandee raised concerns about Center Ring decorations. She suggested that buying live mums is expensive and doesn't guarantee nice-looking flowers. The club discussed buying plastic mums, and decided that the expense every few years would outweigh the risk and expense of buying fresh flowers every year. Sandee said she would take care of buying the plastic mums.
    • Janie informed the club that getting a date for next year's show is already an issue. Las Colinas is already booked the first weekend in October. The only dates Las Colinas has available are Halloween weekend (which is on top of Dixie Jubilee which TWH attend) and the weekend right after State Fair. Nancy Lassiter added that the Glen Rose facility NTASHA used in 2003 was just too dangerous for ASB horses, with electrical wires in reach and some stalls without water or light. Sandee also added the distance and added cost of Glen Rose made it harder to support a show there. Janie said she would look into the Waco facility, which is apparently very nice. Nancy said that the TWH folks would be OK with the NTASHA show following right after State Fair. Nancy and Janie will do some more research, and a decision will be made at the next meeting.
    • Meg Rockman brought up several concerns about the horse show office and the computer. She suggested that there be at least two additional people trained on the show computer program in case Nancy or Janie are not able to attend the show. Nancy agreed to have a training session at her house at a future date for any member who wants to learn the program. Meg also expressed serious concerns about the fact the horse show program is a DOS-run program, on a borrowed laptop that is fairly old. Meg suggested that the club look into acquiring a Windows' based program and a late-model laptop, so that the club might avoid inevitable future computer problems, and also avoid the risk of borrowing a computer. Barbe Butschek added that she understands Microsoft will no longer support any computers with less than XP. She mentioned that she will look into helping NTASHA acquire a gently-used laptop. Meg presented several software options that she found on the Internet, and Janie looked over them. After long discussion this subject was tabled for future meetings.

New Business

    • Awards Banquet
      • Janie Hamilton said the TASHA show is February 5-6, 2005. The date will be coordinated with the Big D Charity Auction this year. She formed a committee made up of Meg Rockman, Sandee Razminas, and Jane Monsson to handle arranging the banquet. In 2003, NTASHA spent $7,538.00 on this banquet. Membership wants to keep the casino tables and DJ. The committee will report at the next meeting.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • November 15, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:30 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:30 P.M. Meeting

September 20, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Linda Bozeman, Candee Carlson, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Jane Monsson, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the September minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • The balance was reported at $18,293.40.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton reported that the ASB judge will be Neva Van Ness.
    • Stephanie Razminas and Barbara Chapman will be ribbon presenters.
    • Betsy Cowan has gate people lined up.
    • Trophies will be insulated mugs and stadium seats.
    • Janie Hamilton reported that three classes have been added to the schedule. Linda Bozeman said she would check on ribbons for those classes.
    • NTASHA has collected $4,525.00 in donations for the show.
    • Gail Kirkland mentioned that there are four vendors scheduled to be at the show.

New Business

    • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • October 18, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:30 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:30 P.M. Meeting
  • PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE!

August 16, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Linda Bozeman, Candee Carlson, Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Jane Monsson, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • Last month's minutes were corrected to read Linda Bozeman will be Center Ring, not Ringmaster
  • Treasurers Report
    • The balance was reported at $15,224.08.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton reported that the BBQ is a go. She is also confirming that Robbie Waggoner will be the Ringmaster (she is a friend of Melissa Cole--the announcer).
    • Photographer: Will remain the same as last year--John Braham
    • Videographer: HorseFlix is going to St. Louis so it was decided not to have one
    • TWH Judge: Joe Campbell
    • ASB Judge: It's looking like Kelly Freeman, but not confirmed
    • Gate Keepers: Still Needed
    • Paddock Master: Jane Monsson, who will also be a vendor at the show
    • Ribbon Presenter: Janie is still looking
    • The class list is done and Nancy Lassiter will get it printed. Hotel rooms for judges are being taken care of by Nancy Lassiter and Gail Kirkland. Financially, the show has collected $3,350.00 A total of $4,475.00 is needed to completely sponsor all classes and pay for the $50.00 prize money classes. Pillows will be awarded for qualifying and championships classes, although the Juvenile classes will get the same trophies as last year.

New Business

    • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • September 20, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:30 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:30 P.M. Meeting
  • PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE!

July 19, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Brent Cowan, Betsy Cowan, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Katie Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, and Donna Skinner

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no May minutes (Swim Party).
  • Treasurers Report
    • Sandee Razminas reported a balance of $15,396.33.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • Janie Hamilton will send out sponsor letters this week. People will be asked to respond by August 23.
    • Jobs
      • Ring Master: Probably Linda Bozeman
      • Announcer: Melissa Cole
      • DJ: Jayme Harris
      • Paddock Master: Still Needed
      • Ribbon Presenter: Still Needed--Paid Position
      • Gatekeepers: Still Needed--Paid Position. Betsy Cowan is going to ask the Wylie FFA if four students would like to work the gates. Hours are 8:45 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. on Saturday and 8:45 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday.
    • Jackpot Judging will happen again this year.
    • Phone calls have been made to the judges. Gail Kirkland and Nancy Lassiter will work on arranging hotel rooms for judges.

New Business

    • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • August 16, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:00 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

June 20, 2004 Meeting

NTASHA Swim Party at Meg Rockman's House.

Next Meeting

  • July 19, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:00 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

May 17, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Mark Butschek, Barbe Burtschek, Chelsea Butschek, Candee Carlson, Brent Cowan, Betsy Cowan, Tuc Goodwin, Chloe Goodwin, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Jane Monsson, Sandee Razminas, and Meg Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the April minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • Sandee Razminas reported a balance of $15,710.28.
  • Service Awards
    • Service awards were handed out.
      • The first level was an NTASHA embroidered hat.
        • Brent Cowan, Ashley Kirkland, Mark Butschek, Katie Kirkland, Tom Goodwin, Candee Carlson, Meg Rockman, Sandee Razminas, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, and Janie Hamilton
      • The second level was a NTASHA embroidered long sleeve denim shirt.
        • Candee Carlson, Meg Rockman, Sandee Razminas, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, and Janie Hamilton
      • The third level was awarded a NTASHA jacket.
        • Nancy Lassiter and Janie Hamilton
    • Thanks to all who contributed to make 2003 a great year for NTASHA.

New Business

  • Membership Directory for 2004
    • Tuc Goodwin and Janie Hamilton are working on the 2004 Membership Directory. It will be completed soon.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • June 20, 2004
  • Meg Rockman's House
  • 2:00 P.M.
  • It's a swim party! Please bring a snack. Drinks will be provided.
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

April 19, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Candee Carlson, Brent Cowan, Betsy Cowan, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Sandee Razminas, Meg Rockman, and Sutton Rockman.

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • Last month's minutes were incorrectly labeled as February (they were for March 2004) and SASHA was incorrectly spelled as SAHSA.
  • Treasurers Report
    • Sandee Razminas reported a balance of $16,467.98.
  • Service Awards
      • Service awards will be handed out during the May meeting--don't miss it! Membership discussed the low meeting attendance and had a discussion about changing service awards for 2004. Those present voted to simplify the system by not keeping track of hours any longer, just meeting attendance. Service awards now consist of meeting attendance only. NTASHA will sponsor a nice group dinner for those individuals who attend 8 out of 12 meetings in 2004. The Secretary will track meeting attendance.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • The NTASHA show dates are October 2-3, 2004. The following show positions have been set:
      • Show Manager--Janie Hamilton
      • Office Manager--Nancy Lassiter
      • Show Secretary--Meg Rockman
      • Hospitality--Gail Kirkland (consists of hotel rooms and transport for judges, center ring setup/tear down, and ribbon/trophy volunteers)
      • Center Ring--Sandee Razminas (consists of center ring refreshments, purchasing/managing trophies and ribbons, and prize money)
    • Membership voted to hire a DJ instead of an organist, so Janie will call Jamie Harris. Membership also asked Janie to contact the same photographer as last year (John Braham).
    • Nancy Llassiter reminded everyone that NTASHA will not be sponsoring hotel rooms for volunteers this year since the show is at Las Colinas and close enough for everyone to drive in each morning.
    • There was concern about the location for the 2005 Fall Classic and Janie will call Heart of Texas in Waco to get available dates.

New Business

  • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • May 17, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:00 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

Remember: when we have meetings at Steak 'n Ale, they donate 10% of our checks to our club. So come to the meetings, have dinner, and raise money for NTASHA, too.

March 15, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Candee Carlson, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Ashley Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, and Meg Rockman.

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the February minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • Nancy Lassiter reported for Sandee. The balance is $18,109.50.
  • Collin County Youth Park
    • Janie Hamilton reported that the Collin County Youth Park refunded our deposit from the clinic.
  • Horse Show Sponsorships
    • Janie requested that Sandee send a $300.00 check to SASHA and a $500.00 check to Big D. These sponsorships are approved annually by the membership.

New Business

  • Big D Luncheon
    • Gail Kirkland is organizing this again. Meg Rockman does not have the Corner Bakery discount anymore so we may consider serving pizza.
  • NTASHA Fall Classic Horse Show
    • The NTASHA show dates are October 2-3, 2004. However the St. Louis show has moved to those dates. October 16-17 is the only other date that might work, but Janie cannot find a facility open. And, the TWH group prefers October 2-3. After much discussion regarding pluses and minuses of moving the show or not having it, membership voted to keep the show on October 2-3 at Las Colinas. Membership also discussed opening the show to other riders, such as hunt seat, in order to maximize a difficult situation.
  • Miscellaneous
    • Remember that NTASHA is hosting the banquet this year, in February 2005.
    • Janie is asking for feedback form the membership regarding a group activity NTASHA can host for membership outside of horse-related activities.
    • The Spring Extravaganza is May 16 at Collin Country Youth Park.
    • Janie has sourced a unique trophy idea for the NTASHA show--embroidered pillows.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • April 19, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:00 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

Remember: when we have meetings at Steak 'n Ale, they donate 10% of our checks to our club. So come to the meetings, have dinner, and raise money for NTASHA, too.

February 8, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Suzie Bul, Avery Bul, Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Chelsea Butschek, Beverly Clark, Mark Clark, Sara Clark, P'Arys Clark, Stephanie Corbin, Matt Leeman, Anne McCutcheon, Betsy Cowan, Brent Cowan, Clair Cowan, Kylie Harris, Candee Carlson, Debbie Graves, Wes Graves, Chloe Goodwin, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Ashley Kirkland, Katie Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Doug MacDonell, Janet MacDonell, Emily MacDonell, Jane Monsson, Ginny Beth Norton, Sandee Razminas, Terry Robles, Karmen Robles, Jose Robles, Betty Shupp, Rachel Shupp, Meg Rockman, Troy Rockman, Sutton Rockman, Anita Scroggins, Jade Scroggins, and Brandi Williamson

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There were no changes to the January minutes.
  • Treasurers Report
    • Sandee Razminas reported a balance of $17,284.50.
  • Officer Elections
    • The slate was reviewed and approved by a membership vote:
      • President: Janie Hamilton
      • Vice-President: Brent Cowan
      • Treasurer: Sandee Razminas
      • Secretary: Meg Rockman
  • NTASHA High Point Awards
    • The NTASHA High Point Awards were then presented.

New Business

  • No new business.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • March 15, 2004
  • Steak and Ale
  • 635 and Abrams
  • 6:00 P.M. Dinner
  • 7:00 P.M. Meeting

Remember: when we have meetings at Steak 'n Ale, they donate 10% of our checks to our club. So come to the meetings, have dinner, and raise money for NTASHA, too.

January 12, 2004 Meeting

Meeting Attendance

  • Mark Butschek, Barbe Butschek, Betsy Cowan, Brent Cowan, Candee Carlson, Janie Hamilton, Gail Kirkland, Katie Kirkland, Nancy Lassiter, Sandee Razminas, Meg Rockman, Troy Rockman, Sutton Rockman

Old Business

  • Call to Order
    • Janie Hamilton called the meeting to order.
  • Approval of Minutes
    • There was a clarification of the clinic fees in the minutes.
  • Spring Clinic
    • Janie Hamilton reported she expects about 25 to 30 people to attend. Nancy Lassiter will take care of the clinician's travel throughout the weekend. Janie Hamilton and Brent Cowan will be there on Friday for arrivals.

New Business

  • Membership Drive
    • Meg Rockman will get letters out by January 16. Current members, remember it's time to renew.
  • Officer Elections
    • Janie Hamilton created a nominating committee who will be in charge of nominations for next month's elections: Mark Butschek, Nancy Lassiter, and Sandee Razminas
  • Big D Fund Raiser
    • Nancy Lassiter reported that Big D is raffling a mini burro this year. Tickets are $20.00 each. The fundraising event is February 15.

Miscellaneous Announcements

  • TASHA has suggested co-sponsoring a Dorothy Ford tile at the Saddle Horse Museum with NTASHA. Membership agreed that was a good idea. More information to come.
  • SASHA is planned for the first weekend in March.
  • NTASHA High Point Trophies will not be given at the banquet, but at the February NTASHA meeting.

Meeting Adjourned

Next Meeting

  • February 8, 2004
  • Romano's Macaroni Grill--Addison Location
  • On Beltline, 1/2 Mile West of the Tollway
  • 5:00 P.M. Dinner and Awards

Remember: February Meeting includes Elections and High Point Awards!