September 28, 2005

Minutes of the Board of Director’s Meeting, Unit 215, South Alabama Bridge Assn.

CALL TO ORDER
President Phyllis Haydel called the meeting to order at 2:08 p.m.  Present were Phyllis, 
Barbara Slaughter, Martha Steele, Jane Mahoney, Betty Strickland, Ed Stephens, Margaret 
Miller, and Howard Deck.  Guest:  Bill Cook, District 10 Director.
Absent:  Sue Hanlein  

Phyllis suggested that we let Bill Cook present his report first.  There were no 
objections. Bill asked if there was anything we wanted him to pursue on our behalf.  
Various things were discussed:  Phyllis reported that she had had good communications 
with the District; Bill distributed a report of the highlights of the Atlanta ACBL 
Board Meeting; Barbara asked about the $110 surcharge we paid; what is that for? Ed 
brought up redrawing district boundaries. And teaching programs were discussed. Bill 
mentioned that there were matching funds available for teachers from the district and 
ACBL. 

MINUTES & TREASURER’S REPORT
Martha moved and Jane seconded to dispense with the reading of the minutes of July 27, 
2005, and dispense with a full Treasurer’s report. Motion carried. 

MEMBERSHIP REPORT
No Report.  

OLD BUSINESS
Fall Regional Tournament Report: Barbara reported that room reservations were good.  
Her numbers were a week old, but they have met the expectations of the Hotel. Howard 
moved and Barbara seconded that the club pay for Phyllis’ room.  Motion carried.  
Sunday Swiss Teams: Sign up sheet for interest postponed until after the tournament.  
Nominating Committee: Jane will chair this year’s committee.  Howard McDonald and 
Martha Steele will serve with her; she is still looking for two more members.  A full 
slate of officers may not be needed for next year, as officers are elected to serve 
for two years.

NEW BUSINESS 
New damages from Hurricane Katrina.  The fence needs repair; it is not covered by 
insurance. Barbara will look into it. The awning needs some repair; Howard will fix 
that for us. And, there is an erosion problem at the end of the building.  Martha will 
look into finding a contact person to help with this problem.  Donation to area clubs 
damaged by storm.  After discussion, this topic was postponed. 

Jane moved, Betty seconded the motion to adjourn.  Meeting adjourned at 3:20. 
                                       
Respectfully submitted,

Margaret Miller, Secretary