SCR Minutes
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

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