MCSL Reps

Minutes of the April 12, 2007 Meeting

 

 

1. Call to Order: The meeting was held at the Montgomery County Executive Center Cafeteria. President Jim Garner called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m.  All teams were represented at the meeting as indicated by the “sign in sheet” except CCR, DF, G, MO, and O.

 

2. President:

·        Jim welcomed all the MCSL Reps to the meeting and reviewed the meeting agenda. Before discussing business, Jim introduced vendors (Sunguard, Gianni Pizza-Lynn Case, Underwater Wear-Mike O’Brien, Blazen(sp) Inc-Blaze Matthews, Embroidery Express-Shannon Gordon, JFD-Joe Flaherty, UMD Swim Camp-Dave Durbin) who gave information on their products and services. The PL Rep provided information on the Sarah Auer Scholarships – see MCSL Website for details.

·        Jim provided purchase and pick-up information for those teams interested in buying Colorado starting equipment and accessories. Units w/mic will cost $625, $150 for a tripod and $40 shipping for both, and $150 for an external speaker with $15 shipping. Orders due by the last week in May.

·        Jim reminded the reps to be sure to send someone to pick up their team materials next month or they may be difficult to find.

·        Jim mentioned that teams need to do a better job drafting officials for the All-Star meets.

 

3. Vice President: 

·        Sally MacKenzie reviewed the MCSL policy on changing teams advising those with members changing teams but not their addresses to submit requests to her at rules@mcsl.org . No potential problems noted so far.

·        Sally reminded Reps that MCSL will celebrate its 50th Anniversary in 2008. Any interested volunteers should contact her at rules@mcsl.org. She mentioned that one team has suggested a web site.

·        Sally reviewed what teams should look for from their hosts when designating pools for Relay Carnival and Divisional Champs meets.

 

4. Treasurer:

·        Dave Mengering reminded all reps present that today was the deadline for 2007 MCSL dues. There were 43 teams yet to pay. Advised team reps to let him know if they need another copy of their invoice by contacting him at treasurer@mcsl.org .

 

 Around the Table:

·        Mike Lincoln (Automation) advised that there will be no software changes but that the teams should find their computers and software and make sure all is in working order while they still have time to remedy any problems. Also mentioned that the teams should check the Hy-tek website for any software updates to keep their present software current. Contact automation@mcsl.org with any questions regarding software concerns. Make sure your division automation coordinator is noted on the Division Meet Data sheet being handed in tonight.

·        Bob Hincke (Automation) says team datae sent in as of 4/10/2007 should be correct on the MCSL website. Check one more time this evening and advise of any last minute corrections. Deadline is tonight 4/12/2007.

·        Linda Raab (Automation) provided an update of the upcoming automation clinics on Meet Manager software. Please see the MCSL website for all the details.

·        Debi Mengering (Awards) reminded reps that the order form for B-Meet ribbons is on the website. Cannot accept orders over the phone. Completed order forms should be mailed including payment to Debi Mengering 6152 Valerian Lane Rockville MD 20852.

·        Robbeye (Advertising) advised reps to please utilize those 27 vendors advertising in this year’s handbook whenever possible as they are helping support the MCSL.

 

6. Next Meeting: May 10th, MC Executive Center Cafeteria, 7:30p.m. – Handbooks and the season’s meet awards must be picked up by you or another team representative. If dues have not been paid you will not be permitted to take these materials with you.

 

7. Adjournment: The President adjourned the business portion of the meeting at 8:30 p.m. at which time the teams met to decide their divisional assignments until 9:10 p.m.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

 

David Mengering

Assistant to the Secretary