Minutes

 

The meeting of the Middletown Wrestling Association (MWA) was called to order on Monday, December 12, 2005, at 7:15 p.m. by President Hughes.

 

In attendance at meeting were: Gregg Hughes, Lisa Demko, Lisa Kochinsky, Dave Kochinsky and Claud Witman.

 

Minutes – October 10, 2005, minutes were approved.  Demko will check with Barb Simmons to confirm that the price listed for singlets was correct (amounts were correct).

 

Treasurer’s Report – Lisa Kochinsky reviewed the November 2005 Treasurer’s Report.  The present checkbook balance is $3,033.36 singlet fund CD - $1,625.60; 6-month CD - $3,074.57; and 6-month CD - $10,138.45. 

 

At the end of 2005, the actual amount made on the 2005 lottery will be calculated.

 

Coach’s Report – Coach Nauman – reported that the wrestlers are working hard and moving the program to the next level.  Nauman reported they did not get all new uniforms.  Nauman was informed that a letter was sent to the Frey Trust for a contribution toward the cost of exercise bikes.  Nauman was informed that MWA could contact the Blue and Gold Club for a possible contribution.  Nauman started a discussion on a computer program but additional information is required.

 

Committee Updates - It is the desire to have an individual serve as the head each committee.  Individuals who have volunteered names have been added.

 

  1. Program (Jen Miller) – Thanks were expressed to Jen Miller for preparing the program with little notice.  It was decided that because of time, no program letter will be sent this year.

 

  1. Concession (Cathy Meise/Brenda Mittereder/Emily McClure) – MWA is purchasing a Sam’s Club membership so that the individuals who do the shopping for the concession stand can pay with an MWA check.

 

  1. Clothing (Jen Miller) – high school warm-ups have arrived.

 

  1. Elementary Registration (Kochinsky/Allen) – completed.

 

  1. Tournament (Pam Reitzi) – registration forms have been updated and posted on the web.  Looking into the possibility of a sports photographer attending.
    • Novice:  January 28, 2006
    • Open:  February 4, 2006
    • Jr/Sr High

 

  1. Fundraising
    • Lottery Tickets (Kochinsky/Barb Simmons) – Tickets are being distributed and money collected.
    • Basket Bingo (Miller) – date scheduled April 30.
    • Raffle Tickets – if we want to do, will need to find volunteer.

 

  1. Banquet (Miller/McClure) – the Committee will need to be informed of the budgeted amount - $250 for banquet and $1,000 for trophies/awards. 

 

  1. Senior Night/Recognition ()–

 

  1. Volunteers (Demko) – sign-up sheets for various items have been prepared and are available at matches for individuals to sign.

 

  1. Awards (Miller)

 

  1. Elementary Quad Meet (Bill Simmons)

 

  1. Junior/Senior High Parent Night and Pictures (Kochinsky) – completed.

 

  1. Publicity/Press & Journal (Miller) – Kochinsky reported that Jen Miller volunteered.

 

  1. Button Committee (McClure/Mittereder) – Pam Reitzi has machine, but supplies are needed.

 

Old Business

 

  • Team Parents – High School (Kochinsky); Junior High (Kathy Murray)
  • Junior High Dance – St. Patrick’s Day Dance (Feaser) March 17, 2006 – Kathy Murray
  • Recognition:  Team and Volunteers - something Hughes would like MWA to consider this year.  Examples, managers, Brights, etc.  Currently MWA contributes $50 per tournament for which the Key Club provides volunteers. 
  • Budget - Hughes noted that the budget is an estimate and that before items are ordered a proposal should be submitted from the committee with the actual cost and then the amount will be approved.

 

New Business

 

Items from executive committee meeting:

  • Wrestling Camp – MWA only pays for wrestlers to attend the Middletown TEAM Camp (this had been previously discussed with the coaching staff).
  • Scholarship Award – arrangements are being made to have MWA join Pin & Win with the Stephen Kuhn Scholarship Award by having a combined steering committee with representatives from both organizations.

 

-continued-

  • Standardized Senior Gifts - It was suggested that the price range for senior recognition gifts be standardized between $30-$40 (needs to be included in future budgets).
  • Team Championship Recognition Award - It was suggested a $35-$40 price range for any team recognitions that would be needed (will not be included in the budget but funds are needed to cover costs).
  • Tournament Check Sheet – a copy of an old check list was given to Reitzi to update and make sure that both Refs and Trainers are added.

 

Next Meeting - The next monthly meeting will be held on Monday, January 9, at 7:00 p.m. at the cafeteria of the high school.

 

Adjournment – The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. 

 

Submitted by,

Lisa Demko, Secretary

1/4/06