Text Box: MINUTES OF THE LINCOLN COUNTY HORSEMAN’S ASSOCIATION MEETING HELD 02/07/08    Meeting called to order at 710pm by President Keith Gentry.    Minutes from the Jan 3rd meeting read by Buzz.  Motion made to accept the minutes as read by Karen, seconded by Chris, all were in favor. Since minutes will now be posted on the Web-site, we will forgo reading the minutes at future meetings to save time. Each member can read the minutes on the Web prior to attending the meeting.    Treasurer’s report was submitted by Dena.  Our current balance for the start of the New Year is $1,091.24.  Motion was made to accept the report as read by Karen, seconded by Chris, all were in favor.  Dena reminded everyone that property taxes were due the 29th of Feb. and would cost $498. OLD BUSINESS Keith announced that the Horseman’s Associations Web-site was now active. Chris Bussler briefed the members on the new site and requested input for additional information as well as pictures to post on the site.  A discussion followed about providing Web-links and for sale items on the Web-site. A motion was made by Karen that Web-links or for sale items would be placed on the Web-site at no charge for Association members and $5/3months per listing for non-members. Motion was seconded by Dena, all were in favor.    Trail Ride. Discussion about the location was followed by a motion by Chris to hold the Trail Ride in Howell at 2pm Sun. Feb. 24.  Riders will meet at the Howell Community Center and the cost will be $10 per rider.  Club members will each provide: 1 pot of Chili 1 pkg of hot dogs 1 desert 1 twelve pack of soda 1 bag of chips/crackers and each member that brings food items will participate in the Trail Ride for free.  The Association will purchase bowls, plates, spoons, etc.  Karen seconded the motion, all were in favor.  Dena will work with the Exchange for advertising and Chris will do the flyers and get them to Keith.    Heat Pump.  A discussion was held on where to install the Heat Pump.  It was decided that the Concession stand would be the best location. Karen volunteered Derrick to evaluate what would be needed for the installation.    Motivating Members. A discussion on how to get members to participate in functions and how to draw new members into the club was introduced by Keith.  We currently have 7 family memberships. Derrik is currently working on making a sign for the entrance that would display upcoming events. An “Open House/Fun Day” was proposed to show off what the Association has to offer.  A motion was made by Buzz to hold an Open House/Fun Day on 29 March from 12 – 5 pm. Motion was seconded by Rob, all were in favor.  Non-members will be invited to attend and bring their horses and participate in events and talk with members.  The 4-H will also be asked to participate. More planning will be needed for this event. NEW BUSINESS    Buzz requested reimbursement for the costs for Web-site hosting, stamps and copy expenses. Total $24 and change submitted to Dena.    Buzz proposed charging a grounds fee for non-members using the grounds with a paid member. The suggestion included providing an envelope pre-printed with a liability release which would require the signatures of both the member and non-member.  The signed envelope with the grounds fee enclosed could be placed in a secure box for collection.  Members present felt it was a good idea but expressed concerns about how we could enforce such a policy.  Discussion was tabled for further input at the next meeting.    Mr. Ivey proposed getting David Qualls or another representative to do provide an informative Equine related presentation as he has provided in the past.  Keith will contact David for an available April date.    Keith proposed a work day be scheduled for 15 March at 9am.  All agreed.    Motion to adjourn at 830pm, seconded.