Litchfield Baseball Association Inc.
Monthly Minutes
LITCHFIELD BASEBALL ASSN (LBA)
Office of the Secretary
426 Brown Avenue, Litchfield, Mn. 55355
Member of the Litchfield Chamber of Comerce
PRELIMINARY MInutes
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2010 Organizational Meeting
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NOVEMBER 2009
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NOTE: Some financial Info Omitted from this web site copy -xxxxx
This info can be obtained from any
Board Member upon request.
LITCHFIELD BASEBALL ASSN (LBA)
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday February 14. 2010 at the American Legion at 7:05 PM with President Tom Smith presiding.
Board Members Present: Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Jeff Wollin, Greg Larson ,Chad Lentz, Ed Estrada , Dean Urdahl and Tom Smith.,
Board Members Absent:, Mike Thompson, Greg Johnson, Duane & Alice Vinar ,
Minutes: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the December 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported December Statement checking balance of $xxxxxxx, -- Bills paid -- Eagles for Blues Year End Party & Internet Web Site.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance January Statement balance $ xxxxxxx
Outstanding Bills … Paid Sales Tax in January from Concession account $183.00.
Motion by Chad Lentz seconded by Ed Estrada to accept the financial reports as presented. . Motion carried unanimously.
BLUES TEAM - Nathe reported. Blues Team met and practiced at hanger today and plan to continue on Sundays throughout February and March. A preliminary schedule of 27 games was reviewed and distributed. Jeff Wollin requested the Blues to change it’s schedule because of a High School game conflict for May 21st. A Blues game is also scheduled with Luxemburg. Nathe will try to reschedule the Blues games.
Lakewood League meeting - . He reported on January 17th league meeting. The league approved a new team from Sartell called the Stone Ponies . A $25.00 fine will be imposed if teams do not reschedule rained out League games within one week. The next League meeting will be March 21st it will be at 7Pm at the Ultimate Bar in Waite Park.. Anyone interested can attend.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS- Wollin -- Babe Ruth , Cal Ripken are planning to meet to organize in the next month.
Ed Estrada reported that April 24th is scheduled for Cal Ripken tryouts. Ed Estrada inquired about selling signs or Banners and hanging them on the Eagles Field fence. Ed and Red to talk to the Eagles since they made a big investment in the field.. Discussed having a Clinic for Coaches and kids.
HANGER Access- Jeff Wollin working on Schedule for Hanger -- Tom Smith inquired about access to Hanger and Wollin reported that plans for making additional keys are being implemented.
Fund Raising & Fence Signs- The Board discussed setting 2010 rates for fence advertising banners and the Right Field Monster Billboard. Discussion followed:
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Chad Lentz to leave banner rates the same as 2009 but to have committee review and negotiate a rate when trying to sell advertising on the Right Field Monster billboard . Motion carried unanimously.
Facilities, & Building Project - No report
HOF- Public Relations-No Report
Other- Wollin inquired if the Board would pay for coaches who would attend a baseball clinic to be held at St Cloud State University. Approximate cost $40.00 each. Discussion. Motion by Dean Urdahl seconded by Greg Larson to pay half the entry fee for the baseball clinic and expend funds from the school fund balance if possible. Motion carried unanimously.
Next Meeting date: — Sunday MARCH 14 at Legion at 7PM . .
Motion by Dean Urdahl seconded by Chad Lentz to adjorned the meeting at 8:07PM Motion carried unanimously.
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday January 10. 2010 at the American Legion at 7:05 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Jeff Wollin, Greg Larson
Board Members Absent:, Greg Johnson, Duane & Alice Vinar , Chad Lentz, Ed Estrada , Dean Urdahl and Tom Smith.,
Member report. It was reported that Duane & Alice Vinar, Chad Lentz and Ed Estrada have been contacted and have agreed to serve on the Baseball Board. Rob Gutormson was contacted and decided not to serve on the Board this year.
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the December 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported December Statement checking balance of $ xxxxx, -- Bills paid -- Eagles for Blues Year End Party & Internet Web Site.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance November Statement balance $ xxxxxx
Outstanding Bills … Need to pay Sales Tax in January from Concession account estimate $xxxxxxxx.
Mark Nicholson will be filing a June to Dec IRS short year report in January.
Motion by Rube Nathe seconded by Greg Larson to accept the financial reports as presented. . Motion carried unanimously.
Fund Raising & Fence Signs- It was decided to set rates for 2010 at the February meeting.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS- Wollin Cal Ripken & Babe Ruth Meetings are being scheduled for February. Having the school make some additional Hanger Access Fob’s for Eddie Estrada and a few others who need access to the Hanger.
HANGER Access- Per school request of the LBA board to set a temperature for Hanger use to conserve heating costs. Discussion followed. Motion by Rube Nathe seconded by Greg Larson that when the daily forecasted temperature is 10 degrees or below the hanger should not be heated.. Motion carried unanimously.
BLUES TEAM - Nathe reported. He reviewed the roster and players who have indicated that they will again be playing for the Blues this year. He reviewed a proposed team budget with the Board and reported that the Green Isle Tournament is set for June 24,25,26. If we wanted to enter we need to do it ASAP.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to enter the Green Isle Tournament and pay the $175.00 entry fee. Motion carried Unanimously.
Team Uniforms: Plans are to order 12 new pants and we may have to order some additional shirts. Keeping uniforms clean and repaired was discussed.
Motion by Mike Thompson seconded by Jeff Wollin to set a board policy that team players look presentable and will be required to wash uniforms once every week and or after playing 3 consecutive games. Uniforms which are torn must be repaired or replaced within 10 days. If players do not abide by this policy they shall receive a warning the first time. The second time the manager will be required to sit player 5 innings of the next game played provided the team has enough players available to play. Motion carried.
Lakewood League meeting - January 17th is set for the League Annual organizational meeting. It will be at 7Pm at the Ultimate Bar in Waite Park.. Anyone interested can attend. If you want to ride along with Rube contact him.
The Board received a thank you note from the Jim Hannan family for the card and flowers we provided for his funeral.
Facilities, & Building Project - No report
2010 Committee Appointments
Membership Activities- Greg Larson -
Greg will also be responsible to obtain scoreboard operators, PA and Ticket Collectors.
Public Relations- Dean Urdahl- Rube Nathe
Youth Activities- Red Jones, Jeff Wollin, Ed Estrada
Facilities. Tom Smith, Mike Thompson, Rube Nathe
Concessions- Mike Thompson, Judy Jones
Finance- Red Jones, Mike Thompson, Judy Jones, Carol Nathe
Fund Raising, Signs- Tom Smith, Red Jones, Chad Lentz
Additional appointments will be made later. Anyone interested in serving on a committee of interest should contact President Thompson.
Next Meeting date: — Sunday February 14th at Legion at 7PM . .
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Red Jones to adjorned the meeting at 8:01PM Motion carried unanimously.
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday December 13 . 2009 at the American Legion at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Tom Smith., Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Jeff Wollin, Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson
Board Members Absent:, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson, Greg Johnson.
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Jeff Wollin seconded by Greg Larson to approve the October 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported September Statement checking balance of $, xxxxxx-- Bills paid -- Eagles for Blues Year End Party & Interest Web Site.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance November Statement balance $ xxxxxx
Outstanding Bills … Mark Nicholson will be filing a June to Dec IRS short year report in January. Need to pay Sales Tax in January from Concession account estimate $190.00.
Motion by Rube Nathe seconded by Jeff Wolllin to accept the financial reports as presented. . Motion carried unanimously.
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By-Laws & Constitution
Motion by Rube Nathe to accept By-Laws and Constitution as presented with no changes seconded by Greg Larson discussion followed.
(Amendment -- Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Greg Larson to amend motion and change number of Committee members appointed from 3 to a minimum of (1) for each committee. Motion Carried unanimously).
Orginal Motion Carried unanimously.
ELECTION OF 2010 OFFICERS
Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Jeff Wollin to reelect officers as follows:
President Mike Thompson, Vice President Dean Urdahl,
Secretary Caroline Nathe, Treasurer Norman Red Jones ,
Motion carried Unanimously
Election of 2010 Board Members
Tom Smith Jeff Wollin Greg Larson Greg Johnson Rueben Nathe Rob Gutormson
New Members: Chad Lentz Ed Estrada Duane Vinar Alice Vinar,
Team Rep. to be appointed by team.
Members listed above who are not present need to inform the board if they are will and can serve on the board.
Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Greg Larson to elect 2010 Board Members as listed and accepted motion as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
BLUES TEAM - Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Dean Urdahl to appoint Rube Nathe as Manager . Motion carried unanimously.
Nathe reported. Year end party seemed to be well accepted and was a success. A big Thank you to Red Jones for planning the party. Nathe reported on a Lakewood League meeting Dec 6th,. A new team Sartell #2 is being formed and was accepted into the League. New League Division alignment based on a 2 year win loss record is being proposed. Annual League Organization Meeting is planned for Sunday Jan 17th at 7Pm Ultimate Bar Waite Park. League Minutes are posted on the Blues Web Site .
Nathe also reviewed roster and is always looking for baseball players. Plans are to start practicing on Sundays the week after Super Bowl.
Reported that Jim Hannan former Optimist baseball player and Litchfield Hall of Fame member passed away this weekend. Motion by Nathe seconded by Urdahl to send card and flowers. Motion carried. Red will order flowers etc.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS- Wollin He reported that the High School has approval to play in the Dome again this year. The date is tentatively set for March 31st after the Gophers game set for a estimated 10PM start. He will be looking for some assistance to finance for this game. Ed Estrada will be coaching the Legion team and Rube will be it’s Business Mgr.
Facilities, & Building Project - Optimist Park.. Discussed upgrading Batting Cages, Press Box, and ordering
bull-pen lighting. It was decided to have Joe Tachney install Bull Pen Lighting to bill City and if they don’t pay the Board would have to be responsible for the bill. Nathe will contact Tachney.
Next Meeting date: — Sunday January 10th at Legion at 7PM . .
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to adjorned the meeting at 8:10PM Motion carried unanimously.
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
No meeting or minutes for November 2009
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Tuesday October 13. 2009 at the American Legion at 7:10 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Tom Smith. Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Jeff Wollin
Board Members Absent:, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson, Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson ,Greg Johnson.
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Tom Smith seconded by Rube Nathe to approve the Septembert 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported September Statement checking balance of $ xxxxxxx
Concessions - >> Checking Balance October Statement balance $ xxxxxxx
Outstanding Bills … Mark Nicholson $430.00 for filing the 2008 return, June 2008-May 2009 IRS 990T Forms. Agreed to having Nicholson file a short 2009 return June — December and thus continue on an annual basis and filing of future tax returns.
Motion by Rube Nathe seconded by Jeff Wolllin to pay Mark Nicholson for Filing the 2008 Tax Return and accept the Financial report as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Field Signs were discussed: Since the old scoreboard has been painted over new signs will need to be painted.
President Thompson wants to contact former advertisers before new signs are painted and assigned board members to make contact. Legion- Rube, Eagles- Red, Hicks Buss- Thompson, Wells Fargo- Wollin, Center Bank- & McDonalds . Smith- Agreed to painting a sign indicating that Optimist Park is a City owned park.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Coaches Assn. Clinic October 23-25
Am. Legion Cmdr John McCann reports that he has been talking to ED ESTRADA and plans on appointing him as their new legion coach.
BLUES TEAM - Year end party was discussed. Budget was set in September for $500. 00 with a November 29th date. Discussed problem with Legion availability. President Thompson asked Red Jones to contact the Eagles and Tom Smith to contact the VFW and Rube to continue talking to the Legion to see what they have available and that Red, Tom and Rube make the final decision as to the year end party. Reviewed the team members and whether or not they will be returning next year.
Facilities, & Building Project - Optimist Park.field day was a success. The field is ready for winter. Tom Smith reported on a meeting he held with the City administrator and that now is not a good time to be building a new concession stand at the ball park. It was agreed that we need more volunteers to work the concession stand as it’s too much for one person to work all the games. We’ll look into providing a video hookup so the concession stand works can watch some of the game inside the stand.
OTHER ITEMS:
THANK YOU : * Jeff Gillespie, former Blues ball player, donated $100.00 toward a stadium seat named on behalf of his father Jim who recently passed away. A thank you Letter & Certificate will be sent and a name put on the seat. Red Jones is looking into some bigger signs for the seats.
Next Meeting date: — Sunday December 13th at Legion at 7PM . . No meeting scheduled for November.
President Thompson Adjorned the meeting at 8:30PM
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday September 13. 2009 at the American Legion at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Greg Johnson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Jeff Wollin
Plus : Judy Jones, Mark Forsman & Jerome Lindquist
Board Members Absent:, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson, Dean Urdahl, Tom Smith. Greg Larson,
Minutes: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Johnson seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the August 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported September Statement checking balance of $ xxxxxxxxx
Concessions - >> Checking Balance September Statement balance $ xxxxxxx
Reviewed Case beer Price $xxx. per case… reported some beer missing due to someone breaking into concession stand. Still made a profit on Concessions..
Outstanding Bills …
Motion by Jeff Wollin seonded by Greg Johnson to pay Nick Buschette for (5 ) August hours.. Motion carried
Motion by Jeff Wollin seconded by Rube Nathe to accept the Financial report and pay outstanding bills. Motion carried unanimously.
STATE AMATEUR TOURNAMENT-
Mark Forsman and Jerome Lindquist of Dassel were present to discuss bidding for the 2015 tournament and what
Litchfield’s participation as a third site would involve. Discussed some possible required field improvements such as:
Enclose Left and right Field lines, this could be temporary fencing. . Need to seat 25 comfortably in dugouts. Parking is adequate. Covered Grand Stand is needed for main sites but some shaded areas will be needed. Dassel has a 1/3rd coverage.
2009 Arlington and Gaylord - attendance was over 13,000 over three weekends with 39 C Games and 23 B games for a total of 60 games .
A bid presentation will have to be made in June 2010 and will need several LBA representatives in attendance. The State Board plans to discuss future tournament formats at it’s 2009 November meeting .Those interested can follow the MBA minutes posted on the State Web site. Forsman’s E:mail address: markforsman@yahoo.com
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS- Scheduling a follow up meeting with Babe Ruth programs.
BLUES TEAM - Year end party was discussed. Motion by Greg Johnson and seconded by Jeff Wollin to schedule a year end party if possible on November 29th at the American Legion and set maximum of $xxxxxx.00. Motion carried unanimously.
Facilities, & Building Project- Dean Urdahl has sprayed a final coat of paint on the fence. It looks great. A baseball field fall work day was set for Saturday September 19th start time 9:AM .
OTHER ITEMS:
Girls Fastpitch Softball- Wollin reported the HS Girls Softball team was requesting financial assistance to obtain fencing to make their field a regulation field. It was decided that since Thrivent Financial held a fund raiser the past two summers at one of our games with all funds going to girls softball we probably wouldn’t participate at this time..
THANK YOU : * Jeff Gillespie former Blues ball player donated $100.00 toward a stadium seat name on behalf of his father Jim who recently passed away. A thank you Letter will be sent and a name put on the seat.
*President Mike Thompson officially thanked Judy Jones for all her volunteer help running the Concession Stand.
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY October 11th at Legion at 7PM . .
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Tom Smith adjourn at 8:50PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
AUGUST PRELIMINARY MINUTES
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday August 16. 2009 at Optimist Park at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones. Tom Smith. Jeff Wollin,
Board Members Absent:, Greg Johnson, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson,
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Rube Nathe to approve the June 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
American Legion Baseball- Commander John McCann of the American Legion was present to
Discussed replacing Rueben Nathe as team Manager since he was resigning. He was looking for recommendations and idea’s for his replacement.
CONCESSION STAND President Mike Thompson reviewed the need for a Concession Stand where workers could view the game and provide some shade for our fans.. The committee reviewed and discussed various options. It was decided to contact contractors and building centers for idea’s. Tom Smith was going to discuss with City Administrator.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported August Statement checking balance of $xxxxxxxxxxxxx Revenue from Sign Advertisements were reviewed.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance August Statement balance $ xxxxx
Outstanding Bills … IRS $96.78 Motion by Jeff Wollin seonded by Rube Nathe to pay the IRS billing. Motion carried with only one objection.RJ Cennex billing for mosquito control and Tractor Gas. $45.65? Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Rube Nathe to pay the Cennex bill. Motion Carried.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Rube Nathe to accept the Financial report and pay outstanding bills. Motion carried unanimously.
Filing of Federal & Tax reports/// It was reported that Mark Nicholson CPA was in the process of filing our June 2008 — May 2009 Federal and State Tax reports. He will be filing another IRS report again in December for the LBA so in the future we will be on an annual basis.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS- All programs have concluded a successful year, however , improvements can always be made.
Planning for 2010 has begun.
BLUES TEAM - The Blues have been eliminated in League playoffs.
STATE AMATEUR TOURNAMENT
Rube Nathe reported that he received an E:mail from Bruce Rosenow of Hutchinson who was inquiring if Litchfield would be interested in bidding and being the third site for the State Tournament with Hutchinson and Dassel. The State board will be accepting bids for three future years and will require three fields for bidding purposes. Discussion. Members thought it would be good for Litchfield to get involved in bidding for the State Amateur Tournament.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to pursue participation and seek details of what would be involved.
In hosting the State Amateur Tournament with Hutchinson and Dassel . Motion Carried Unanimously.
Facilities, & Building Project- Sentence to Serve will trim out fence and Dean Urdahl will spray a final coat on fence. A fall work day will be planned at the September meeting.
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY September 13th at Legion at 7PM if changes are made watch for an announcement. .
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Tom Smith adjourn at 8:20PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
July Minutes-- No meeting in July
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday June 14. 2009 at American Legion Post #104 at 3:30 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Red Jones
Board Members Absent:, Tom Smith. Greg Johnson, Jeff Wollin, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson,
Minutes: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Rube Nathe to approve the May 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $ xxxxxxxxxxx Revenue from Sign Advertisements were reviewed. Additional checks received from the Wells Fargo $xxxxxxx, were presented.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance May Statement $ xxxxxxxxxx
Outstanding Bills … 702.69 Purchase of wood bats. From MAX bats to be presented for payment from the school account., Cenex-- $54.37 , Ideal Lumber 12.63 to be taken from General Acct.
Lawn Tractor- is being maintenance should be billed to the City. Nic Buschette is our temporary summer help and is doing a good job of getting the fields ready for play.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Dean Urdahl to accept the Financial report and pay outstanding bills. Motion carried unanimously.
Filing of Federal & Tax reports/// It was decided to contact Mark Nicholson CPA to file Federal and State Tax reports.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Legion team has a full roster of 18 players signed up.
BLUES TEAM - Blues team record 4 wins 14 losses.
Facilities, & Building Project- Sentence to Serve to paint outfield fence and Tom Smith finished fastening right field fence.
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=HALL OF FAME--- Urdahl July 3rd is date set for Hall of Fame induction. Nominations should be given to Dean and his committee of Tom Smith, Mike Wick , Red Jones who will review nominations and make final selection of new inductees.
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY July 12th at Optimist ball park after the game.
ADJOURN: Motion by Dean Urdahl seconded by Greg Larson adjourn at 4:00PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday May 10. 2009 at American Legion Post #104 at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson, Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones
Board Members Absent:, Tom Smith. Greg Johnson, Mike Solbrack, Rod Gutormson,
Minutes: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the April 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $ xxxxxxxx. Revenue from Sign Advertisements were reviewed. Additional checks received from the Eagles $250.00, $50.00 Mark Nicholson and $50.00 from Sparboe’s were presented.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance May Statement $ xxxxxxx President Thompson requested a volunteer to chair the Concession stand. Discussion followed It was decided to put the request on the Web Site and asked Judy Jones if she could do the ordering. If not we will do it by committee. President Thompson also generated a Concession work schedule and is seeking volunteers to work the stand during games.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Red Jones to accept the Finance reports as presented. The board discussed repricing beer by the case.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Jeff Wollin reported that planning for the summer season is underway. The High School has two regular season home games left. He inquired if we would be interested in hosting Sectionals May 26,27,28 Board members were in favor and approved.
BABE RUTH: Jeff & Red Jones reported that a Babe Ruth meeting will be held later this evening.
BLUES TEAM - Rube Nathe gave an update on the team Kaleb Kalkbrenner and Lucas Johnson have joined the team..
Facilities, & Building Project
** It was reported that Tom Smith has met with the City parks department and that the sentence to serve group will give the fence another coat of paint and then the City will put agri lime at the base of the fence.
Red Jones and family will be putting up the distance signs. Rube will check with the City to get a supply of paper towels and toilet paper. Rube installed two hot water elements in the hot water heater and fixed the toilet which was running, The City has agreed to drag and prep the Eagles field this summer for the Cal Ripken League. Nic Buschette will be prepping the fields as our summer help.
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY June 14th at Optimist ball park after the game.
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Red Jones adjourn at 7:55PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday April 19. 2009 at American Legion Post #104 at 7:00 PM with Vice President Dean Urdahl presiding.
Board Members Present: Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson, Rod & Linda Gutormson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones
Board Members Absent:, Tom Smith. Greg Johnson, Mike Solbrack, Mike Thompson ,
Minutes ere presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Larson seconded by Rube Nathe to approve the March 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $xxxxxx. Revenue from Sign Advertisements were reviewed. Additional checks received from the Eagles $XXXXXX, $XXXX CPA Mark Nicholson and $XXXXX from Sparboe’s were presented.
Concessions - >> Checking Balance $ xXXXX Linda reported that she paid Anderson Ins. For Liquor liability and has completed the City Permit for Beer Sales Effective May 1st. She also purchased inventory at xxxxxxxxxxx . Discussed putting in tap beer and sales needed to cover expenses such as Liability Insurance. and City permit. Discussion followed.
**Linda reported that they will continue to run the stand for High School and keep inventory through the end of May. They will be not be working any Blues or Legion games and discontinue purchasing inventory the end of May. Discussion followed.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Red Jones to accept the Finance reports as presented.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Jeff Wollin reported that High School season is underway with lots of participation.
BABE RUTH: Jeff & Red Jones reported that the Babe Ruth organization meeting will be meeting later this evening.
BLUES TEAM - Rube Nathe reported that the Blues played their first game and that he has l7 ball players.
Fund Raising- It was reported Greg Johnson has been contacting advertisers and
Facilities, & Building Project
** The Board discussed the need for putting up sign banners and various methods of attaching to the fence. Attaching with Velcro was discussed but it was the feeling that they would be easily vandalized. The placing of the Signs was also discussed. It was decided that Red Jones, Mike Thompson. Greg Larson , and Rube Nathe could make the decision and proceed.
** The Board discussed setting up another field work day. Setting a list of things to do should be generated. We need to check on agri lime for the base of the fence. Wollin suggested next Sat.April 25th however in the morning they will be holding Cal Ripken tryouts. Some of the Blues will be taking BP on Saturday 1PM.. It was decided to let President Mike Thompson make the decision and that Rube would e:mail everyone if he wants to plan a work day.
**The Board discussed hiring of P.T. summer help to maintain the fields. Red will check with the City to see if they will take care of Eagles Fields.
**Rube reported that the Legion donated another flag for Optimist and the Public Utilities installed last Friday. The Utilities also installed the Flag at Eagles park which was the same flag used last year. It’s in pretty good shape but might not last the whole year?
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY May 10. 7:00PM at American Legion
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin adjourn at 7:45PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday March 8. 2009 at American Legion Post #104…at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson , Dean Urdahl, Greg Johnson, Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones, also present Ed Estrada the Cal Ripkin League Commissioner.
Board Members Absent:, Rod Gutormson, Tom Smith. Mike Solbrack,
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Greg Johnson seconded by Dean Urdahl to approve the February 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed. Motion Carried unanimously.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $xxxxxx collected for Sign Ad’s. Outstanding bills:
Concessions - >> Checking Statement February Balance $ sssxxxxxx
Rube Nathe will contact the Gutormson’s about getting Insurance and submitting the City license permit etc.
Motion by Greg Larsen seconded by Dean Urdahl to approve the Treasurers reports as presented and pay bils as reported. . Motion carried unanimously.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Jeff Wollin reported that High School BB practice begins Mach 16th and that the Hanger is currently being used for practice by the Boys and Girls. Wollin reported on a Twins fundraiser and a game set for April 18th at 6:10P game. The first scheduled High School home games will be April 7, & 9th.
CAL RIPKEN:-- Ed Estrada reported that they will be holding a Cal Ripken League meeting on Thursday, March 12th at 6:30PM at the Legion. Estrada reported that they want to build a concession stand at the Eagles Park and that LBC will be assisting in the planning of the stand.
BABE RUTH- Red Jones reported that the Babe Ruth organization meeting will be held on Sunday March 15th . At the Legion.
BLUES TEAM - Rube Nathe reported that the Blues have been practicing in the Hanger; however, some team members still haven’t shown but are in college and expected to play. He reviewed the tentative roster with the Board. The Next Lakewood League roster meeting will be held on Sunday March 22nd at the Ultimate Bar in Waite Park 7PM.
Fund Raising- Greg Johnson reported that he has sent out a letter for renewals of Sign Advertisements and will be sending out additional letters seeking advertisers. Discussion was held concerning the old scoreboard right field location and sign advertising rates. He discussed a proposal from Schwann’s for a fundraiser. Greg Johnson will schedule event Nights. The Hall of Fame night will be Friday July 3rd when the Blues play Eden Valley.
Facilities, & Building Projects
The Committee discussed getting the field ready for the early High School Games. A field work day was set for Sunday April 5th at 1PM weather permitting.
Next Meeting date: SUNDAY April 12th. 7:00PM at American Legion
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Johnson seconded by Dean Urdahl adjourn at 7:45PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday February 8. 2009 at American Legion Post #104…at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson , Tom Smith. Dean Urdahl, Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones,
Board Members Absent:, Rod Gutormson, Greg Johnson, Mike Solbrack, and Gambling Mgr., Leslie Valiant,
Minutes: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Dean Urdahl seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the January 2009 minutes as presented and E:mailed earlier. Motion Carried unanimously.
Gambling- Tom Smith reported that he would be meeting with Leslie Valiant to complete the final gambling operation reports.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $ XXXXXX received from the League State Tourney fees -. Outstanding bills: Hutchtel for internet monthly billings.
Concessions - >> Checking Statement January Balance xxxxxx
Motion by Greg Larsen seconded by Dean Urdahl to approve the Treasurers report as presented and pay billings as reported. . Motion carried unanimously.
Chamber of Commerence-
Red Jones reported that he had received a request to rejoin and pay our 2009 Chamber of Commerce dues. Discussion followed. It was decided to ask the Chamber to include Optimist Park as a community attraction on it’s web site and request them to promote an event such as Merchant Night at Optimist Park..
Motion by Greg Larsen seconded by Tom Smith to approve payment of 2009 the Chamber of Commerce estimated dues of $120.00. Motion carried unanimously.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Jeff Wollin reported that he is generating a schedule for practice sessions in the Hanger and that he will publish. A discussion was held concerning kids continuing to play during the summer and what could be done to improve the situation.
Blues Report-
Rube Nathe reported that the League Organizational meeting was held on January 25th in Sauk Rapids at Jimmy’s. The League will be split into 2 divisions and the Blues will have l8 League games. He reported that Steven Pennertz who played for Eden Valley has requested to play for the Blues this summer. Steven had communicated with Mgr Birdie Geislinger who agreed to sign his release. The Blues roster was also reviewed and discussed. A preliminary schedule was distributed and that if anyone wanted changes they need to be made in the next week. We are again entering the Green Isle Tournament June 26,27,28.
Walt Kuehl- It was reported that flowers were sent on behalf of the Baseball Assn. A thank you note was received from the family. Stanley Roeser donated $50.00 to the Litchfield Blues in honor of the Walt Kuehl family.
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Next Meeting date SUNDAY March 8th. 7:00PM at American Legion
ADJOURN: Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Red Jones adjourn at 8:10PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met on Sunday January 11. 2009 at American Legion Post #104…at 7:00 PM with President Mike Thompson presiding.
Board Members Present: Mike Thompson , Dean Urdahl, Greg Johnson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones,
Board Members Absent:, Rod Gutormson, Tom Smith. Greg Larson, Mike Solbrack, and Gambling Mgr., Leslie Valiant,
MINUTES: were presented by Caroline Nathe Sec’y. It was moved by Jeff Wollin seconded by Red Jones to approve the December 2008 minutes as presented with changes and E:mailed earlier. Motion Carried unanimously.
GAMBLING: It was reported that Tom Smith paid the auditors , made a deposit to the school account and was closing down the accounts and gambling operations. No further details were available.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $ xxxxxxxx -. Outstanding bills: Hutchtel for internet monthly billings. He also reported that he had received a $500. donation from former Blue and Hall of Famer Curt Anderson. It was decided to generate a Certificate and thank you letter for Curt. It was also decided to generate a Certificate of Appreciation to Maynard Watkins for his many contributions.
Concessions - >> Checking Statement Balance Oct 7th $ xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Motion by Dean Urdahl seconded by Jeff Wollin to approve the Treasurers report as presented and pay billings as reported. . Motion carried unanimously.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Jeff Wollin reported that plans are to have the hanger open for practice,. Organizational meetings for summer Youth Leagues are being planned again in February. Discussion followed
Blues Report-
Rube Nathe reported that the Organizational meeting with election of new League officers and league alignment on the agenda . The meeting was set back one week to January 25th in Waite Park at 7PM. Anyone interested in attending should contact him. Team roster was also reviewed and discussed.
Fence Advertising signage was discussed.
President Thompson appointed Greg Johnson to head up a committee to promote and sell advertising. Other members appointed to the committee Red Jones, Tom Smith and Rube Nathe. Old scoreboard area was discussed and it was decided to let the committee negotiate and sell that advertising. This subject will again be discussed at the February meeting.
Season Tickets- Discussion
It was moved by Rube Nathe to approve membership, single game admission and season tickets rates will remain the same as 2008 rates. Greg Johnson seconded Motion carried unanimously.
FACILITIES:
Facility improvements: - :President Thompson discussed the remaining jobs to be completed this spring and the material to be used at the bottom of the fence. Pea Rock- Artificial Turf-Agri Lime etc. Discussion followed. Motion by Jeff Wollin seconded by Greg Johnson to recommend using Agri-Lime . Motion Carried.
Next Meeting date SUNDAY February 8th. 7:00PM at American Legion
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Johnson seconded by Dean Urdahl adjourn at 7:50PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
LITCHFIELD BASEBALL ASSN (LBA)
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
Some financial Info Omitted from this web site copy -xxxxx
This info can be obtained from any
Board Member upon request.
The Litchfield Baseball Assn met for it’s regular meeting Sunday December 14, 2008 at American Legion Post #104…at 7:10 PM with Rueben Nathe presiding. .
Board Members Present: Greg Larson, Carol and Rube Nathe, Jeff Wollin, Red Jones, Mike Thompson , Tom Smith.
Board Members Absent:, Dean Urdahl, Greg Johnson, Jes Ellson,, Maynard Watkins, Rod Gutormson, Mike Solbrack, and Gambling Mgr., Leslie Valiant,
GAMBLING: Tom Smith reported a gambling balance of $xxxxxxxx These are lawful purpose funds, which must be dispensed to close out the gambling account. Discussion followed. Any outstanding bills from gambling must be paid out funds not related to the gambling operation.
Motion by Mike Thompson seconded by Greg Larson to accept the gambling report and transfer the remaining gambling funds as follows: An amount equal to the audit bill to the Babe Ruth account and the remaining balance to the School activities account. Motion carried unanimously.
The 2007-2008 annual audit and tax reports were completed by Piehl, Hansen & Boeckman. The 990 & 990T plus state tax reports were mailed.
FINANCE -Treasurers - Red Jones
General Acct. Reported a checking balance of $xxxxxxxx -. .
Concessions - >> Checking Statement Balance Oct 7th $ xxxxxxxxx
School Account-- A discussion was held concerning the school account balance and how it would handle in the future. It was decided to write off the xxxxxxxxx balance and start with the new balance being transferred into this account from gambling.
Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Tom Smith to approve the Treasurers report as presented and pay the Am. Legion xxxxxxxx plus other miscellaneous billings as reported. . Motion carried unanimously.
BY LAWS- Discussion
There were no changes recommended. Motion by Jeff Wollin seconded by Greg Larson to approve the Constitution and By-Laws as presented with no changes to the 2008 By-Laws. Motion carried Unanimously.
ELECTION:
Nominations were opened for officers: Volunteers were requested. Discussion followed:
It was reported that Greg Johnson would be unable to serve as president this coming year but would remain on the board and that Maynard Watkins had indicated that he would be unable to serve as well as Jes Ellson.
Motion by Tom Smith seconded by Greg Larson to elect the following officers and board members:
President Mike Thompson Vice President Dean Urdahl
Treasurer Norman “Red” Jones Secretary Caroline Nathe
Board Members
Mike Solbrack Tom Smith Rob Gutormson
Rueben Nathe Greg Larson Jeff Wollin
Greg Johnson
Motion carried Unanimously.
Motion by Mike Thompson seconded by Greg Larson that we ask current team members to select a player representative to serve on the Board of Directors. Motion carried Unanimously.
It was noted that we still have openings for additional board members, which should and can be filled at a later date. Board members were encouraged to look for new board members to fill these positions.
Blues Report- Rube Nathe gave a report on a November Lakewood League Meeting and discussed League changes forthcoming. Big Lake made a request to enter the League but was rejected. Plans are to split the League into two divisions. Next Lakewood League Meeting is set for Jan18, 2009. It was recommended and noted that we should schedule home games on Watercade weekend.
BLUES MANAGER- Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Tom Smith to elect Rueben Nathe as the 2009 Team Manager. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS: Discussion Followed-
It was decided that the President could make committee assignments and report at a future meeting.
Signage & Costs: - Discussion. It was decided to gather information concerning signage and set rates
at the January meeting.
YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS-
Youth Programs-. Jeff Wollin reported.
FACILITIES:
HITTING FACILITY: Jeff Wollin gave an update on improvements made at the facility.
Facility improvements: - The new scoreboard is up and looks great. Discussion followed.
Next Meeting date SUNDAY January 11th. 7:00PM at American Legion
ADJOURN: Motion by Greg Larson seconded by Jeff Wollin adjourn at 8:10PM ---Motion Carried unanimously
Caroline Nathe
Caroline Nathe, Secretary
