Ohio Valley Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club

November 17, 2007 Columbus, Ohio

Called to order at 12:35pm

Those in attendance:

NAME	Member	Guest
Pam Hudson	X
Bruce Coyne	X
Lea Jacobs	X
Gerald Kyle	X
Mary Greenwood		X
Dan Hartman		X
Judy Nolan	X
Teresa Fishback	X
Robin Stewart	X
Mike Oehlhof	X
Cheryl Heath	X
Bob Saffell	X
Adrienne Saffell	X
Nancy Oehlhof	X
Kathy Shannon	X
Ed Heath	X
Lana Jorgensen	X
Dede Rodgers	X
Beth & John Carter		X
Beth Berman & John Thigpen		X

Guests and members introduced themselves.

Minutes were approved with one correction. Neena Van Camp asked for a copy of the letter from the AKC regarding the new Constitution and by-law changes and was told she could read it but could not have a copy.

Secretary Report: read for Kristie Sarafolean

A sympathy card was sent for Robert Geer.

A thank you note was sent to Star City Training Club and Becky Dean for their donation to OVPWCC Rescue.

Kristie received a letter from the AKC reminding clubs that they have negotiated attractive rates for club insurance policies from Equisure, Inc.

Kristie received a letter from the AKC acknowledging receipt of the application by OVPWCC for the unbenched specialty event to be held Thursday, March 13, 2008.

Kristie received a letter from the AKC asking the club for a donation to protect the interests of purebred dog fanciers. Donations are not tax deductible.

Kristie said that she wants to make sure that everyone got the CORRECTED version of the minutes. They were send e-mail and are available on-line. If anyone needs them snail mailed let her know and she will mail them.

Treasurer’s Report: Bob Saffell

Bob’s computer crashed and he lost most everything. He did not have a written report but as of Nov. 16, 2007 the balance of the treasury was $18,657.22. Bob will get a report out soon.

Sue Vahaly, Pennington, sent a donation of $100 for rescue. Sue’s dogs were ambassador’s for the Hyatt Regency in Louisville for the Welsh contingent for the Ryder Cup and Pennington Priceless and Vangard Sonora of Pennington are donating their pay!

Awards: Judy Nolan for Kristie Sarafolean

Ch. Oakwind’s Summer Camp, Carra Cole

Ch. Oakwind’s Honor and Glory, Carra Cole

Ch. Oakwind-Castle’s Recount, Carra Cole

Ch. Red Oak Patsy Cline, Sally Wynn

Ch. Brookshire Red Oak Celtic Muse, Sally Wynn & Adrienne Saffell

Breeder Referral: Judy Nolan

Judy has had a few inquiries. Please let her know when you have puppies or adults to place.

Judges Selection Committee: Gerald Kyle

Gerald apologized for the miss-communication for the November cluster for the supported entry.

The March 2008 Specialty judges are Sarah Taylor and Betty Kramp

Supported entries are: Marilyn Van Vleit, Diana King and Diane Sprung

The supported entry judge in Lexington in September is Pat Hess.

The 2008 Columbus cluster coincides with the last 3 days of the PWCCA National Specialty. Therefore OVPWCC will not be supporting the entry.

March 2009 Specialty judges are Robin Robertson and Liisa Coit

There is a new cluster at the time of our specialty in Pennsylvania.

Gerald handed out lists of our supported judges and asked for members to fill out a form to suggest 2010 judges as well as any all-breed supported entry judges. If you need a ballot or want to mail it to him instead of turning it in at the meeting, please do so.

PWCCA 2010 judges are Cindy Savioli, sweeps; Simon Parsons, dogs and BOB, Patty Gailey, bitches

OVation: Nancy Oehlhof

The Fall/Winter issue is in progress

PWCCA Rep: Lana Jorgensen

Lana could not attend the National so had no report. Mike Oehlhof reported that affiliate clubs must write a letter to the PWCCA saying we will abide by the new code of ethics.

Rescue: Kathy Shannon

There are dogs waiting to come into rescue and we need foster homes for them. They are only in your home for 2 to 3 weeks. Please volunteer.

Trophies: No report

Ways & Means: Judy Nolan

$94 in sales

Judy would like suggestions for things to sell at the Specialty.

Webpage: Nancy Oehlhof

Nothing new to report. If you have any changes, let Nancy know.

2008 Specialty: Adrienne Saffell

The proof is completed.

The ads for the PWCCA newsletter and Lakeshore’s Capers are sent. Thank you Nancy Oehlhof for helping with those.

The logo was shown and has been created by Nancy Oehlhof. Thank you Nancy.

Everything is approved.

Hospitality will be on the ground floor in 2008.

Cheryl Heath is in charge of the 50/50 raffle. Prices are $10 each or five for $45.

The winners will be drawn at the banquet.

First place will receive 35%

Second place will receive 10%

Third place will receive 5%

The club will retain 40%

We still need someone to mark off grooming spaces.

The job descriptions were approved and will be put on the website. Gerald Kyle preferred that the judges’ selection chair would mail out ballots instead of the secretary so that conflict was resolved.

AKC by-laws: Adrienne

Adrienne talked to the AKC this week and our by-laws and constitution stand as approved. The AKC wants changes. Most are minor one-word changes and those will be made.

The two biggest concerns are that the AKC considers us a “local” club and as such we are to have six meetings a year. Adrienne indicates that we do not fit the criteria of a “local” club, like the Louisville Kennel Club where members live in a limited area. Adrienne did not get guidance from the AKC regarding our area.

The meetings for 2008 will be:

March

July

September

November

with two additional board meetings

The other concern was that the AKC does not want us to vote by mail.

Membership: Teresa Fishback for Lucy Clem

Beth Berman and John Thigpen were voted into the club.

A first reading was done for Sharon Irving. Her sponsors are Neena Van Camp and Pam Hudson.

A first reading was done for Marilyn Roth Basinger. Her sponsors are Pam Hudson and Lea Jacobs.

Mike Oehlhof brought up that the PWCCA is asking regional clubs if we want the PWCCA board to change the standard regarding tails. The membership wants no change in the standard.

Nominating: Kathy Shannon

The slate for 2008, to be voted on in March is:

Mike Oehlhof, President

Robin Stewart, Vice President

Sally Wynn, Treasurer

Lucy Clem, Secretary

Board members: Ed Heath and Marilyn Midkiff

Nominations in writing with a letter indicating that a member agrees to run for office should be mailed to Kathy Shannon, no later than January 30, 2008.

Legislation: Neena Van Camp, read by Pam Hudson

Walter Bebout, director of legislation for the AKC, will be attending the Lima Kennel Club show on November 18, 2007. Please send a representative from our club. Many kennel clubs members believe the time has come to organize an Ohio Federation of Dog Clubs. This is to provide a vehicle to effectively communicate with each other and provide a concerted action against anti breeding legislation in our state.

The Clermont County Kennel Club, Inc. was sent a brochure from the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine regarding a two day seminar they are holding January 26 – 27, 2008. This is an excellent theriogenolgy seminar with wonderful handouts. Pam Hudson and Lea Jacobs have both attended in the past and highly recommend it. Ed and Cheryl Heath are planning on attending and should be put on the agenda in March to give a report. If anyone else is interested in attending please look at the OSU College of Vet Medicine website or call 614-292-6661. Dr. Walter R. Threlfall, DVM, MS, PhD, ACT (board certified theriogenologist) is in charge.

Neena asked about Obedience being offered for the 2009 OVPWCC specialty since it is too late for the 2008 specialty. Adrienne indicated that it would cost an additional $1,000 for a room since there is not time to have it all in one day. If anyone is interested in having obedience offered, please contact Neena to work with the 2010 chair.

Brags were done and the meeting adjourned at 1:55pm.