March 24, 2004 Minutes of the Board of Director’s Meeting, Unit 215 South Alabama Bridge Assn. CALL TO ORDER President Ed Stephens called the meeting to order at 1:40 PM. All nine Board members were present. The minutes were approved as read. TREASURER’S REPORT Jane reported a balance of $8,625.06 in the checking account, and $20,854.72 in the Building Fund. MEMBERSHIP Rhoda reported membership is now 255, down 6 from last month. OLD BUSINESS Income Tax Fran reported an accountant has been engaged and the required information is ready to be turned over. New Fence The fence was put in place on March 15th. It has been noted that in order to protect the fence, concrete barriers could be placed in front of each parking space. Charles moved we get estimates for eight barriers, seconded and approved. Master point Leader Award Plaques These have been purchased and engraved with the names of the current winners. They will be presented on April 3rd. Renting the Club Discussion was held regarding the legalities and practicalities surrounding this issue, with emphasis on insurance liability. Fran moved that use of the Club only be considered for members, and only for Bridge purposes. Motion seconded and carried. This policy denies use by the New Mobilians Club for “Casino Night” in October. Approval given earlier is rescinded. Approval is thereby given to Marge Harrison for her May 17 Annual Charity game to be held at the Club; also to Phyllis Haydel to invite Middle School students to the Club for Bridge lessons. NEW BUSINESS Rhoda suggested we have an occasional Board meeting at the Fairhope Club. Discussion followed with no decision made at this time. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 3:10 PM Respectfully submitted, Anna Rominger, Secretary