Transcript 2011 A YEAR IN REVIEW

Metamora Carriage & Driving
Association
40th Anniversary
Annual Meeting
November 8, 2014
Metamora, Michigan
Established 1974
Current Board
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Larry Wheeler, President
Julie Smith, Vice President
Beth Lynch, Treasurer
Janet Cisler, Secretary
Janet Cassise, Member at Large
Darlene Daly, Member at Large
Barbara Chapman, Member at Large
Julie Kinzie, Member at Large
Mari Yancho, Member at Large
Standing Committee Chairs
3
Membership Committee – Carol Beens
Safety Committee – Carol Becker
Carriage Tracks Editor – Alicia Pierce
Website Editor – Julie Kinzie
Newly Elected Board Members
4
Larry Wheeler – Returning for 2nd 3-Year Term
Julie Kinzie – Returning for 2nd 3-Year Term
Julie Smith – Returning for 2nd 3-Year Term
All 3 will need to step down at the end of Fiscal Year
2017
Terms of Board Members
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Three directors are elected annually – each for a 3 year term based on
the fiscal year (Nov. 1 – Oct. 31)
No Board member may be elected for more than 2 consecutive terms.
A director is eligible for re-election after a one year lapse following
his/her previous 2-year consecutive terms.
- Terms end October 31, 2015 
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Janet Cassise – end of 2nd term
Janet Cisler – end of 2nd term
Darlene Daly – end of 1st term
- Terms end October 31, 2016 
Barbara Chapman – end of 1st term
 Beth Lynch – end of 2nd term
 Mari Yancho – end of 1st term
Membership Report
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End of Fiscal Year 2013
End of Fiscal Year 2014
Type of
Membership
# of Members
Type of
Membership
# of Members
Individual
56
Individual
55
Family
42
Family
36
Junior
1
Junior
1
Life
6
Life
8
Honorary
7
Honorary
7
TOTAL
112
TOTAL
107
501(C)(3) Status for MCDA
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MCDA’s application for tax exempt status was approved
in the spring of 2014.
We look forward to incorporating this tax exempt status
into our policies / procedures / expense reporting.
Congratulations and many thanks to the team members
who worked so hard on this project for the past two
years.
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MCDA
Operating
Fund
Nov. 1, 2013
to
Oct. 31, 2014
Please see the Operating Fund
spreadsheet on your table.
Beginning Balances Nov. 1, 2013:
Sources of Cash:
Fundraising/Sposorships
Draws to Shows
2013/14 Membership Dues
2014/15 Membership Dues
Annual Auction
Annual Meeting 2013
Annual Meeting 2014
Activities - Mid-Winter Mtg. - donations, tack sale
ADT - entries
Potluck - cash donations
Continuous Drive - fees & donations
Clinic - Larry Poulain lesson & audit fees
Donation to Competition Fund (2)
Donation received - 501c3
Merchandise Sale (MCDA)
Newsletter ads
MCDE XXX Income
Interest
Total Sources of Cash
Uses of Cash:
2013/2014 membership - postage, materials
Annual Meeting 2013(1)
Annual Meeting 2014 deposit
$
MCDA Operating
Fund Checking
Account
5,285.88
$
MCDE
Checking
Account
2,193.92
$ 20,000.00
Competition
Fund Savings
Account
8,687.19
$
$ 18,400.00
$ (20,000.00)
Consolidated
Balances
$ 16,166.99
$ 16,166.99
$ 18,400.00
$
$ 4,105.00
$ 1,020.00
$ 1,476.00
$ 1,855.00
$
37.00
$
58.70
$
475.00
$
20.00
$
360.00
$ 1,180.00
$
25.00
$
100.00
$
74.00
$
7.00
$ 12,195.70
$
1.90
$ 41,390.30
$ 41,390.30
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
4,105.00
1,020.00
1,476.00
1,855.00
37.00
58.70
475.00
20.00
360.00
1,180.00
25.00
100.00
74.00
7.00
$
10,792.70
$
$
$
11.20
1,640.00
250.00
$
$
$
11.20
1,640.00
250.00
Activities Mid-Winter
Mtg. donations,
tack sale
general refreshments & supplies
Mid-Winter Mtg. hall rental, main course
ADT - food, officials
Potluck - main dish
July Picnic - Spanglers port-a-jon, food, supplies
Continuous Drive - pizza party, EMTs
Bank Charges fees, checks
Clininc - Larry Poulain - Fees & Expenses
Competition Fund donation forwarded (2)
Donation made - 501c3 MI Justin Morgan Assoc., MACC-MHHH, CAA
Equipment - video projector, printer & cable
Insurance
Newletter - postage, printer ink
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
326.02
157.32
403.76
54.67
388.61
358.56
65.15
1,146.24
25.00
285.00
658.83
2,492.45
327.56
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
326.02
157.32
403.76
54.67
388.61
358.56
67.15
1,146.24
25.00
285.00
658.83
2,492.45
327.56
Non-Profit Fees - Amended Articles of Inc, IRS & Board Mtgs, 2013 tax prep
$
844.50
$
844.50
Office Supplies - ink & postage, paper supplies
$
280.85
$
280.85
Organization Fees, Memberships: ADS
$
60.00
$
60.00
Sponsorships/Ads - Metamora Hunt
Website renewal
MCDE XXIX Show Expense
MCDE XXX Show Expense
MCDE XXXI Show Expense (omnibus listing)
Total Uses of Cash
$
$
225.00
200.00
$ 12,195.70
Ending Balances Oct
31, 2014
$
10,200.72
$
5,877.86
MCDA Note 1:Cost excludes $250.00 Deposit paid in prior fiscal year
MCDA Note 2:$25.00 donation included w/ membership in one check forwarded to Competition Fund
MCDE Beginning Balance includes $200.00 Omnibus fee for MCDE XXX,
excludes grounds repair expense from MCDE XXIX.
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$ 32,195.70
$
1.90
$ (1,598.10)
$
2.00
$
883.36
$ 30,122.47
$
200.00
$ 31,205.83
$
2.00
$
225.00
$
200.00
$
883.36
$ 30,122.47
$
200.00
$ 41,408.55
$
$
7,087.09
$ 16,148.74
3,183.79
$ 41,408.55
$ 16,148.74
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Held at the Metamora
Historical Society Hall.
Pot Luck!
Tack Sale!
Panel Discussion - Cold
Weather Horse Care
Close to 40 participants
attended the 2013 MidWinter Meeting. Our
panel members
included Michelle Lutz,
Nutrina Nutritionist ,
Brian Robertson, and
both Drs. Bob Becker
and Denise BurbaryMuston.
Mid-Winter Meeting –
February 16, 2014
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In spite of one of the
worst winters in a long,
long time, the 2nd Arena
Driving Trial was held at
Windrush Farm. An
informal clinic on
conditioning the driving
horse was held, with
Barbara Chapman,
Dennis Yancho and
Brian Robertson
speaking about their
experiences.
Dressage was driven in
the morning with cones
& obstacles driven
together in the
afternoon.
Arena Driving Trial & Potluck
March 28 & 29, 2014
MCDE XXX– June 13 – 15, 2014
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At this 30th Annual CDE we hosted a
contingent of skilled drivers, and the
great volunteers came out to work the
event and make it one of the best we’ve
ever had.
Ann and Richard Pringle are resigning
from active roles in the event. Thank
you, Ann and Richard for your many
years of service at the MCDE.
More MCDE XXX
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We were so pleased
that Larry Poulin
was once again able
to stay after the
CDE to give a clinic
on Sunday
afternoon and
Monday.
11 drivers received
instruction, while
others audited
throughout the
lessons.
Larry Poulin Clinic – June 14 & 15,
2014
The Otto Siegmund Award – 2000 thru Present
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Otto was a very dedicated supporter of the
MCDE, serving in various capacities from
1986 to 1998. To quote Jocelyn
Scofield,“Dedication to ‘the game’ is part
of the criteria. Playing fair and always
‘giving ityour best shot’ is another
element. Being serious without taking
yourself too seriously and being very
competitive while maybe taking time or
trouble to help somebody else is also part
of the mix. In short, a very good sport
who ‘loves the game of driving and of life
– and plays it well’.”
For this 30th anniversary MCDE, the
officials and Committee Members were so
pleased to offer this award to our own Dr.
Charles R. Becker (or Bob, as we all
know him). Bob was thrilled to receive
the award, having spent many pleasant
hours with fellow veterinarian Dr.
Sigmund.
Past Recipients
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Dennis Yancho
Polly Peterson
Marilyn Zaetta
Brian Robertson
Linda Poland
Kelly Bruder
Carolyn Stanger
Kirsten Brunner
Dorothy Childs
Ann Pringle
Barbara Chapman
Sharon Crawford-Mackey
Darlene Daly
Mari Yancho
Charles R. Becker
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The Spangler’s
handsome dog, Winston,
greeted the guests with
enthusiasm.
The trails at White
Fences were beautifully
groomed, and the
grounds, flowers, lake
and fountain were
perfect.
Jim and Patt made sure
the ambiance was
charming by supplying
white chairs and tables
draped with red and
white checkered
tablecloths, topped with
baskets of flowers.
Picnic at Spangler’s White
Fences Farm - July 19, 2014
Harvest, Horses & Hounds – September 27, 2014
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MCDA was well represented at Metamora’s Harvest, Horses &
Hounds Celebration.
Jim Spangler was honored as the parade’s Grand Marshall,
and was driven in the parade by Carol Becker driving her
road cart put to her Dutch Harness mare.
Diane Romska drove her meadowbrook put to her 22 year old
Morgan Sierra.
Martin & Mary Chris Foxworthy were on the planning
committee for the event and also brought their ladies wicker
phaeton and Concord wagon for the MCDA carriage display.
Sue Mahar brought her dog cart, Karen Wilson brought
her meadowbrook, and Kay Van Natta brought her
governess cart.
Community Involvement
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 MCDA supports and participates in a variety of
community activities.
Metamora Hunt
 Hunters Run
 Metamora’s Harvest, Horses & Hounds celebration
 ADS
 CAA
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Continuous Drive
at Stump Lane
Farm
Oct. 11, 2014
This year’s Continuous
Drive hosted 18 whips,
including 3 pairs. The
largest turnout ever.
The course is always
great at Jocelyn’s
beautiful farm, winding
through trees, over
bridges and through
large fields - some with
pleasant hazards and
one set up for a judged
driving pattern.
The potluck following
was, as always, great
fun for all.
2014 Let’s Get Driving – Those Who
Met Milestones
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Miles
Hours
(Milestones 50, 100, 150, 300)
(Milestones 50, 100, 150 200)
 Julie Smith & Penny 51.5
Miles
 Carol Beens & Zoey -165.4
Miles
 Carol Beens & Morgana –
109 Miles
 Linda Piette & River 375
Hours
 Linda Piette & Radar 75
Hours
Cumulative Milestones – Let’s Get Driving
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Miles (400, 800, 1200,
1600, 200)
Miles (400, 800, 1200,
1600, 200)
 Julie Smith & Penny –
 No one met any of the
482.1 miles
cumulative milestones
for miles this year.
Highest Miles / Hours
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Miles
Carol Beens is our
Miles winner with 165
miles driving Zoey
Hours
Linda Piette is our
Hours Winner with 375
Hours driving River
(300 as a single, and 75
in a pair with Radar)
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The John
Lynch Award
The John Lynch Award
was established to
honor the memory of
MCDA member ,
volunteer, enthusiastic
driving participant and
dear friend John Lynch
following his untimely
death in 1993.
John was kind, fair, even tempered,
and generous. His contributions to
MCDA were, without fail, valuable
and consistent. He was a good sport
in every sense of the word.
Recipients of the John Lynch are
chosen for significant contributions
to MCDA that reflect qualities
embodied in John. The selection
committee consists of the President
of MCDA, the most recent recipient,
John’s widow Beth Lynch and the
award’s founder, Jocelyn Scofield.
The John Lynch Award – Past Recipients
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1993 – Jim Smith
1994 – William Putnam
1995 – Eugene A. Moore
1996 – Bethann Lynch
1997 – Jocelyn Scofield
1998 – Gene Lasher
1999 – Carol Beens
2000 – Mary Shaw Moore
2001 – Carol Becker
2002 – Terry Pickett
2003 – Larry E. Wheeler
2004 – Pamela Minard
2005 – Richard & Ann
Pringle
2006 – Astrid Joergens
2007 – James L. Pierce
2008 – Dennis & Mari
Yancho
2009 – Barbara D. Chapman
2010 – Alicia Pierce
2011 – Frank Cassise
2012 – Brian Robertson
2013 – Marilyn & Jerry
Zaetta
2015 MCDE
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Show Management
Format / Dates
 For 2015, the show
 Combined Test – June
manager will be
Barbara Chapman,
with Darlene Daly as
Show Secretary.
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 Two-day CDE – June
27 & 28
 Participants may
compete in both
events.
ADS 40 in 40 Award – Barbara Chapman
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At the ADS Annual meeting in Acadia this fall our
own Barbara Chapman was one of 40 individuals
who were were recognized. These people have made
a difference for the ADS between 1974 and 2014, and
have also worked diligently with related associations,
breeds, disciplines, education, outreach and events.
Celebration of MCDA’s 40th Year
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The Metamora Carriage and Driving Association was
founded in 1974, which makes this next year our 40th
year. Yes, our anniversary is this year, but we want
to spread out the celebration over the next 12
months.
At the November MCDA Board Meeting, the Board
will consider the formation of a workgroup to
develop and execute a variety of activities which will
highlight the history of the MCDA and how the
Association has changed over those 40 years.
The John Lynch Award
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It is now time for the
presentation of the John Lynch
Award– our club’s most
prestigious award.
Auction
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Silent Auction
&
Live Auction
•Our in-house auctioneer - Jerry Zaetta
•Our auction coordinator - Marilyn Zaetta
•Auction assistant - Carol Becker
Proceeds go the MCDA Operating Account