January 10, 2001 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The General Membership Meeting of the Wyoming Cutting Horse Association was called to order by President Jack Enright at 1:05 p.m. on January 10, 2010. Members present were: Dick Mulligan, Justin Johnson, Steve James, Jack Enright, Traci Hatten, Kristen York, Lori Stilwell, Cathy Stalcup, Tom Stalcup, Karen True, Bonnie McClure, Cindy Thompson, Kim Oxley and Kathy Guffey.
OLD BUSINESS
The first order of old business was the reading of the minutes of the Association’s last General Membership Meeting. Traci Hatten read the minutes and Steve James motioned that the minutes be accepted as read. Karen True seconded and the motion passed.
Next was the Treasure’s Report given by Cindy Thompson. It was mentioned that three trophy saddles given in 2008 had to come out of this year’s income and the WCHA had two accounts receivable to be collected. After these accounts are settled, the projected income for the year is a profit of $2440.00. Kim Oxley moved to accept the report and Dick Mulligan seconded and the motion passed.
The 2009 WCHA Futurity report was given by Cathy Stalcup. Cathy was happy to report that the WCHA Futurity made a profit of $18,769.00 and thanked all who were involved with and helped at last year’s futurity. For the 2010 futurity, the added money will remain at $30,000.00. Karen True motioned to add the NCHA classes back to the futurity schedule and Traci Hatten seconded it. After much debate, a vote was taken and the motion failed.
Next was the National Director’s report given by Director Dick Mulligan. Dick reported about the NCHA’s intent to pursue vice presidential candidates from different regions around the country so the different regions would be more represented in the NCHA. Also, each standing committee would have a representative from each region. Both proposals will be voted on by the General Membership in the future. Mulligan has the task of re- writing the language of the NCHA constitution to include these proposals.
Last in the order of reports was the 2009 President’s Report from Jack Enright who proceeded to thank the 2009 Board of Directors, Officers and the Futurity committee for a job well done. Enright also extended thanks to our sponsors and show producers. Enright also commented on the turn around in the WCHA finances in 2009 and even though the profit was small, the fact that the Association did not loose money was to be commended. The Ireland trip raffle made a total profit of $8320.00. The NCHA days, which the WCHA hosts in 2010, has been changed from being held in Casper to taking place at the State Fairgounds in Douglas, Wyoming in the new equine facility and Enright commended Cindy Thompson for her hard work on putting that event together.
NEW BUSINESS
First order of New Business was the election of the 2010 officers. Steve James made the motion that all the officers remain the same for 2010 and Dick Mulligan seconded. The motion passed.
Next order of business was the approval of the 2010 shows on the schedule. Dick commented that Mel Dahl intended to have the cutting in Jackson as soon as scheduling problems were worked out. It was also mentioned that the WCHA approval fees were changed from $4.00 / run to $3.00 / run by a unanimous vote of the Board of Directors. Kim made the motion that we approve the tentative show schedule. Dick seconded and the motion passed.
Next, there was a discussion regarding re-instating the Master’s Tournament. An exploratory committee was formed to investigate the possibility. The members of the Masters committee are: Kristen York, Cathy Stalcup, Cindy Thompson, Bonnie McClure and Steve James. The committee is expected to make their recommendations in the near future.
Next was a discussion regarding the Wyoming Owned and Ridden Saddle and the idea of instituting a point system for the award. It was mentioned that a point system would make more horses eligible for the award and open it up to more horses. It was also mentioned that the class was a Wyoming traditional class and prestigious to win. After much discussion, Kristen York made the motion to not make any changes on determining the winner of the class and Steve James seconded. The motion passed.
Next was a discussion about purchasing new laptops for the secretary and treasurer. The WCHA computer is an older model and the treasurer uses her own computer for keeping the accounts. Dick Mulligan motioned that we purchase two new computers for the Association. Kim seconded and the motion passed. Dick also suggested that his associates would investigate and compare some costs on two new computers and he would report to the Board on his findings.
Next was discussion on the 2010 saddle classes. It was mentioned that the saddles need to come off of the books the same year that they are won. Kim motioned that the winners of the saddles must give the makers a deposit of the award amount by December 31 of the year the saddle was won. Kristen seconded and the motion passed. Traci will determine the 2 saddle classes for 2010 after locating the saddle class schedule.
Next a motion was made by Kristen York to leave the 2010 awards budget at $20,000, which includes the purchase of three saddles. Karen True seconded and the motion carried. There was also a reminder that the NCHA Days Show will need circuit awards.
The final order of new business was the formation of committees for 2010.
2010 NCHA Days Show Committee: Cindy Thompson, Jack Enright, Lori Stilwell, Traci Hatten and Justin Johnson
2010 Year End Show Committee: Cindy Thompson, Karen True, Traci Hatten, Lori Stilwell, Justin Johnson and Jerry Rankin
2010 WCHA Futurity Committee: Cathy Stalcup, Steve James and Lori Stilwell
2010 Sponsorship Committee: Jack Enright, Lori Stilwell and Jerry Rankin
2010 Awards Committee: Kristen York
Steve motioned that the meeting be adjourned and Dick seconded. The motion passed.
Respectfully Submitted by Traci Hatten