SCR Minutes
February 7, 2007
Prepared by Stan Hren
February 7, 2007
Prepared by Stan Hren
Attendance: Stan Hren,Ramon Arriaga,Hilbert Navarro,Jesse Sena,Rich Hadley,Lois
Pfost,Don Pfost,Ron Dehn,Gary Franchi,Dave Diaz,Rochelle Garcia,Ken Raich,Jeff
Arnold,Victoria Herrera,Paul LaBar,Theresa Duran,Jeff Kleiner
Minutes as printed in the February newsletter were approved
Special request was made to the club for financial assistance for Katie Eickleman,a
junior at Pueblo East,to travel to the upcoming Simplot Games in Pocatello Idaho.A
motion passed unanimously to provide $100.00 for this purpose.
Jeff Kleiner,youth running coach of the SoCo Spartans,made a special presentation
to the club requesting financial assistance for youth runners,several of which
have qualified for national USATF meet in the past.A motion passed unanimously
to pay $45.00 dues for SCR as a sponsor.Further consideration will be given
by SCR for financial help for SoCo Spartan athletes.
Officer Reports: Secretary-Ken Raich introduced Theresa Duran to the
club who will function as Co-Secretary with Stan Hren in 2007.Treasurer's Report:Dave
Diaz gave a comprehensive report on the current financial status of SCR,which
included a preliminary report on the 2007 banquet.Dave noted that cash on hand
is down from 1 year ago.Reasons cited were increased costs for the newsletter,contribution
to the YMCA,and the annual banquet.It was suggested that perhaps the club could
slightly increase the price for next year's banquet.Dave will closely monitor
club expenses during the year.His report was approved unanimously.Newsletter
Editor:Ron Dehn requested early submittal of all data for the upcoming newsletter
due to the upcoming Spring Runoff.Ron reported increase costs for printing and
will research the college as a possible alternate source for printing.It was
agreed that abbreviated results of the Spring Runoff will appear in the newsletter
as a cost saving measure,with complete results on SCR website.Membership Chair-Don
Pfost reported that 134 members have renewed for 2007 or beyond,with 93 runners
receiving Colorado Runner Magazine.Don will send letters of encouragement to
70 members who have failed to renew for 2007.Webmaster:Paul LaBar reported that
all is well with SCR website and he is attempting to keep the race schedule
up to date.
Upcoming Races: Valentine's Twosome February 11:Jeff Arnold reported
all is ready for this chocolate laced event,and has received contact from participants
as far away as the Denver area.Spring Runoff Tune-up Feb 18:Ken Raich reported
that the course for this 10K predict event will mirror that of the Spring Runoff.Spring
Runoff March 4:In the absence of Terry Cathcart,it was reported that bibs and
medals have been oredered for the event.A pizza party will occur on Wed Feb
28 to prepare packets for the event.Frostbite 5 March 10:Victoria from the YMCA
gave a detailed report to those present with regard to the recent cancellation
of this event due to icy conditions on the course.Effort was made to contact
all pre-registered runners by telephone to inform them of the cancellation.New
date of March 10 was approved.In the event of future race cancellations,notice
will appear on SCR website.Spiritfest 2007:Jesse Sena thanked SCR for assistance
with this 5K event in 2006 and the 2007 event will be held on June 9 or June
16,2007.The course will be similar to last year's course.Cinco de Mayo May 6:Ramon
Arriaga and Hilbert Navarro reported that preliminary planning is underway for
the 2007 event.A sample entry form for review was presented and fees for this
year's event were discussed.This year's event will be re-named after Ramon's
late sister Paula,who died tragically in an accident this past year.
Activity Recaps/Updates/Revisits: Don Pfost gave a brief report of this
year's SCR Banquet.It was noted that gratuity included in the meal price was
not targeted for the wait staff,and an additional amount of $100.00 was paid
by the club for wailt staff gratuity.All in attendance agreed that this year's
banquet was an outstanding event,with guest speaker George Dallam giving an
outstanding presentation.
New Stuff/Old Stuff: CMHIP Dam Run:SCR has received inquiry from Lynn
Brown with regard to the possibility of bringing back this popular event in
Sept or Oct 2007.This idea was positively received by those in attendance.
Adjournment:Meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM
Respectfully submitted: Stan
Hren