The November 2005 GCHA Board meeting was held on Wednesday, November 9th, starting at approximately 7:00 pm.

Attendance - Board members George Lehocky, Jack Dean, David Kent, Jim Krailler, Mike Reilly, Greg Fite, Ron Rosselot, and Will Straw were in attendance. Absent were Bob Burkitt and Chris Lazarovski.

Corrections and additions to October 2005 minutes

Review of Minutes - The minutes of the September 2005 Board meeting, as posted on the website, were approved.

Income / Expenditures / Current balance
Membership Report

David Kent

Income / Expenditures / Current balance - Treasurer David Kent presented a financial report showing the current balance of the GCHA checking account is $ 12,247.83.

Membership Report - Jim Krailler reports that the current 2006 membership is at 33. A reminder mailing is scheduled for after the Queen city tournament.

GCHA Mission and Vision Statements
GCHA Board Membership
Fall Meeting Wrap-up
Golf Outing Followup
3-Wall Court Maintenance
New Players
St. Vincent dePaul Community Pharmacy

George Lehocky
Board
Board
Board
Bob Burkitt
Bob Burkitt
George Lehocky

GCHA Mission and Vision Statements - Will Straw reported that he has not met with Ron Rosselot to combine the best of the proposed mission statements. No progress.

GCHA Board Membership - Chris Lazarovski and Ron Rosselot have volunteered and will be included in the board membership, to be proposed to the membership at the Fall Meeting for ratification.

Fall Meeting - Members of the board felt that the meeting went well, although attendance was down some as compared with previous years. Don Parker's recognition seemed especially appreciated by Don and other members.

3-Wall Court Maintenance - Bob Burkitt was absent from the meeting, and did not file a report.

New Players - There was no attendance or report; this item will be dropped from the agenda.

St. Vincent dePaul Community Pharmacy - None of the Board members attended the fundraiser.

Event

Dates

Tournament Schedule - Jim Krailler reported that information and entry forms will be posted or linked on the website.

Queen City Shootout - The Queen City Open is scheduled for the weekend of December 9th - 11th, to be held at the Athletic Club @ Waycross. Gary Reece is the tournament director. Gary was not at the meeting, but members of the tournament committee reported that, if the necessary number of players do not sign up, adjustments will be made to prize money based on the entries per division. The committee has sent out over 100 postal mailings, and Gary has been busy sending emails to players. Bob Burkitt will be approached about contacting Waycross Community Media regarding coverage of the Queen City.

Ralph Weil Birthday Party - Ralph Weil will be celebrating his 75th birthday in December, and has invited the GCHA membership to his birthday party. The event will be held on the Saturday evening of the Queen City Open tournament. Cake, ice cream and horsdoevres will be served.

Boys & Girls Club Program
Other?

David Kent
Board

Boys & Girls Club Program - Ralph Weil is working with five area Boys & Girls Club programs, mentoring 1-wall handball for the members. David Kent proposed buying t-shirts for the children, in order for Ralph to outfit the local teams for local competition (100 shirts, five different colors.) The USHA's Development Fund currently provides balls and eyeguards to the players. After discussion by the Board, Ron Rosselot proposed allocating a minimum of $300 to support the program; David Kent seconded the motion. The motion passed. (7-1)

Other -

CourtHouse Tournament - Board members proposed that a tournament be held at Camargo Court House after the holiday season. A number of configurations were proposed (mix beginning players with more experienced players, an all-College event, one-day handicap, etc.) and will be pursued at upcoming board meetings. GCHA membership would be required as part of the entry fee. It was also suggested that the January Board meeting be held at the CourtHouse.

Annual Social Event - The annual "Day after ThanksGiving" gathering will be held at Tina's, Court and 4th Street in downtown Cincinnati, on November 25th. The social event (handball optional, but recommended, before the party) starts around noon and continues until the last person leaves.

College Teams - Greg Fite suggested that the GCHA should become more involved with local university teams. After some coaxing, Greg agreed to spearhead this effort, and will report back to the Board with regular updates.

Medical Report - George Lehocky showed off x-rays and full-color photos of his hip resurfacing.

Next
Meeting

Scheduled date:
Wednesday, December 7th, 2005; 7:00 pm

Location:
Athletic Club @ Waycross
1990 Waycross Road
Cincinnati, OH 45240
513-742-1700

Open to all members