Minutes
Of the Monthly Meeting of the
Villages Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays Club
Held on
Jan 18th, 2023
Big Cypress Recreation Center
The meeting was called to order at 7:01 by President Don Miller. 121 members in attendance. A quorum was verified.
The membership present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Miller asked for a moment of silence to honor members of our military and First Responders. Monthly safety moment presented Joe Spitaleri in regards to the dynamics of the new meeting venue with regards to exits, fire extinguishers etc. Don then welcomed new members and visitors, of which there were 13. Don reminded the membership of the new committee to help new members get to know members and ins and outs of shooting venues. Joe spoke briefly on the new format for safety orientation so as to get returning members out of the meeting in a timely manner. Don also expressed the clubs desire for all members to attend one of these safety orientations every 2 years. Next orientation will be Feb 7th at BJ 0900. Details are on the website.
Guest speaker was Sara Childs, tournament director for upcoming charity shoot at BJ sponsored by the Florida Cattle Women Assn.
A motion was made to approve the Minutes of the last membership meeting, held on Dec 14th 2022, as posted to the Club’s website. The Minutes as posted were approved by voice vote. Treasurer’s Report for December as follows. The bank balance as of Jan 18th was $11,887.13. Revenue was $3584.00, Expenses were $606.78 Total funds $14,964.35 including a $100.00 petty cash fund. Motion made and passed.
The clubs annual audit was completed and committee found all to be in order and has made recommendations of possible ideas for the board to investigate.
Swap meet continues to be popular with both buyers and sellers and will be a monthly event. Seller’s setup is 6:15 and not before per Rec center staff.
The calendar and web page are current on line, enhancements make it easier than ever to sign up for events etc. Feb and Mar are now available.
The clubs Valentine Gala will be held at Paradise Rec center on Feb 14th. Tickets are $20.00 EA and all members may purchase 2. There are a limited number of tickets available, don’t delay, Reserve your spot by using the click here button on the club’s website.
Club will remove nonpaid members from notifications and club roster no later than Feb 10th. Send in your dues now if you wish to get notification of club events!!
Club announced a new bulk ammo order, prices and availability on web page, Limited time frame to submit.
Election of officers was held for President, secretary and safety officer for 2 yr terms. Don Miller, Mike Camp and Joe Spitaleri were elected to these positions respectively.
Bruce Johnsen reiterated the benefits of being a club member in regards to costs for shooting our tournaments and Blackjack sporting clays membership. Don and Bruce Johnsen both noted that Tuesdays are best days to practice at BJ, clays at .35 when using a BJ issued Tuesday card. Bruce also noted some changes to Tournaments, Sporting Clays teams will have an assigned cart captain to be responsible for driving, scorecards, shooting order etc. Also, he has established tournament directors for trap (Larry Russo), skeet (Mike Salemi) and crazy clays (John Garrison). These folks will basically run the respective tournaments with Bruce’s oversight.
Only two tournaments remain to practice up for Senior Games/Club Championship. The club championship will run concurrently with senior (Apr 17-21) games, same as last year. More info forthcoming.
Membership cost at Blackjack continues to be priced at $150.00 available ONLY to paid up members of our club. Many advantages to this membership in reduced cost in most every aspect.
The club will participate in the Villages Outdoor Club Expo Feb 24th and 25th to be held at Everglades rec center. Volunteers needed both days and shifts are listed on website along with a sign-up button. No experience necessary!
The monthly shell raffle was held and the meeting was adjourned at 8:32p.m.
It was suggested that we remind ourselves and each other that we are all “safety officers” at all times!
Respectfully
Secretary, Mike Camp
Of the Monthly Meeting of the
Villages Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays Club
Held on
Jan 18th, 2023
Big Cypress Recreation Center
The meeting was called to order at 7:01 by President Don Miller. 121 members in attendance. A quorum was verified.
The membership present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Miller asked for a moment of silence to honor members of our military and First Responders. Monthly safety moment presented Joe Spitaleri in regards to the dynamics of the new meeting venue with regards to exits, fire extinguishers etc. Don then welcomed new members and visitors, of which there were 13. Don reminded the membership of the new committee to help new members get to know members and ins and outs of shooting venues. Joe spoke briefly on the new format for safety orientation so as to get returning members out of the meeting in a timely manner. Don also expressed the clubs desire for all members to attend one of these safety orientations every 2 years. Next orientation will be Feb 7th at BJ 0900. Details are on the website.
Guest speaker was Sara Childs, tournament director for upcoming charity shoot at BJ sponsored by the Florida Cattle Women Assn.
A motion was made to approve the Minutes of the last membership meeting, held on Dec 14th 2022, as posted to the Club’s website. The Minutes as posted were approved by voice vote. Treasurer’s Report for December as follows. The bank balance as of Jan 18th was $11,887.13. Revenue was $3584.00, Expenses were $606.78 Total funds $14,964.35 including a $100.00 petty cash fund. Motion made and passed.
The clubs annual audit was completed and committee found all to be in order and has made recommendations of possible ideas for the board to investigate.
Swap meet continues to be popular with both buyers and sellers and will be a monthly event. Seller’s setup is 6:15 and not before per Rec center staff.
The calendar and web page are current on line, enhancements make it easier than ever to sign up for events etc. Feb and Mar are now available.
The clubs Valentine Gala will be held at Paradise Rec center on Feb 14th. Tickets are $20.00 EA and all members may purchase 2. There are a limited number of tickets available, don’t delay, Reserve your spot by using the click here button on the club’s website.
Club will remove nonpaid members from notifications and club roster no later than Feb 10th. Send in your dues now if you wish to get notification of club events!!
Club announced a new bulk ammo order, prices and availability on web page, Limited time frame to submit.
Election of officers was held for President, secretary and safety officer for 2 yr terms. Don Miller, Mike Camp and Joe Spitaleri were elected to these positions respectively.
Bruce Johnsen reiterated the benefits of being a club member in regards to costs for shooting our tournaments and Blackjack sporting clays membership. Don and Bruce Johnsen both noted that Tuesdays are best days to practice at BJ, clays at .35 when using a BJ issued Tuesday card. Bruce also noted some changes to Tournaments, Sporting Clays teams will have an assigned cart captain to be responsible for driving, scorecards, shooting order etc. Also, he has established tournament directors for trap (Larry Russo), skeet (Mike Salemi) and crazy clays (John Garrison). These folks will basically run the respective tournaments with Bruce’s oversight.
Only two tournaments remain to practice up for Senior Games/Club Championship. The club championship will run concurrently with senior (Apr 17-21) games, same as last year. More info forthcoming.
Membership cost at Blackjack continues to be priced at $150.00 available ONLY to paid up members of our club. Many advantages to this membership in reduced cost in most every aspect.
The club will participate in the Villages Outdoor Club Expo Feb 24th and 25th to be held at Everglades rec center. Volunteers needed both days and shifts are listed on website along with a sign-up button. No experience necessary!
The monthly shell raffle was held and the meeting was adjourned at 8:32p.m.
It was suggested that we remind ourselves and each other that we are all “safety officers” at all times!
Respectfully
Secretary, Mike Camp