MINUTES Northwest Wyoming OHV Alliance, Inc. General Meeting Tuesday, January 10, 2017 Irma Hotel and Restaurant BOARD/OFFICERS PRESENT: Rick Nunes Dana Sander Justin Gerlach Sam Harper Spencer Woods Jennifer Cannizzaro Jackie Keating LIAISONS PRESENT: Dick Berry Dustin Rosencranse Phil and Toby Sheets Darrell Little MEMBERS PRESENT: Ronald Hancock Kathy Woods John Fraser David Wood MEMBERS ABSENT: Tom Keating President Board Chairman Secretary/Membership Treasurer Shoshone National Forest Shoshone National Forest Big Horn National Forest BLM Big Horn Basin Ken and Wanda Freeman Tim and Linda Davis Loren Grosskopf 1. CALL TO ORDER: Rick Nunes, President called meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 10, 2016, September 14, 2016 and October 12, 2016 On a motion by Loren Grosskopf, seconded by Justin Gerlach, it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes of August, 10, 2016, September 14, 2016 and October 12, 2016 as presented. 4. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND ACTION. A. Board of Directors Report, Board Chairman, Dana Sander None presented.
B. President s Report, Rick Nunes 2017 Rides, Events and Meetings Schedule Jackie Keating reported that Tom Keating would like to lead a ride on the Morison Jeep Trail, a date will be determined. David Wood would like lead a ride in the Big Horns, beginning at the Shell Campground, a date will be determined. John Fraser reported that he will be extending the Carter Mountain Ride this year. Phil Sheets would like to lead a ride in the Meeteetse area. Spencer Woods suggested that a committee to organize the rides and events schedule be formed. Spencer Woods volunteered to Chair the Committee with David Wood, Tom Keating and John Fraser also serving on the Committee. Members agreed that a schedule should be created prior to the Beginning of the Year Celebration. Board and Officer Vacancies and Nominations Rick Nunes reported that several Board positions will be vacant this year as many s have served a two-year term plus. The following s will be vacating their positions: Dana Sander, Spencer Woods and Justin Gerlach. Justin Gerlach reported that he would be willing to remain a board member if needed. The following members were nominated to fill the Board vacancies: Ronald Hancock and David Woods The following Officers will be vacating their positions: Rick Nunes- President Jennifer Cannizzaro, Membership Secretary No nominations for Membership Secretary. Liaisons Liaisons will be appointed by the Board. Minutes- 01-10-2017 Page 2 of 5
C. Treasurer s Report, Jackie Keating Jackie Keating reported the following: Savings Account Balance: $3,258.42 Checking Account Balance: $1,072.73 Jackie also reported that the ladies shirts are now available. There are 3 colors to choose from in various sizes. Shirts are $10.00 each. Anyone interested in purchasing a shirt can contact Jackie at Jackie-Keating@hotmail.com. Loren Grosskopf reported that the annual reports will need to be completed for taxes and the non-profit status. Rick Nunes will provide a copy of last years to Jackie. Loren also requested for Jackie to prepare a report of revenue and expenses for 2016 to be presented to the Board and Membership for review. On a motion by Toby Sheets, seconded by Spencer Woods, it was unanimously voted to approve the Treasurers report as presented. D. Membership Report, Jennifer Cannizzaro Jennifer Cannizzaro reported the following: 3 Applications 3 Renewals New 3 Families Individuals 6 Members Total Sponsors Renewals New Members discussed the decline in membership. Jennifer reported that the membership count for 2015 was 207 and 2016 was 179. On a motion by John Fraser, seconded by Phil Sheets, it was unanimously voted to approve the membership report as presented. E. Beginning of the Year Celebration Committee Report and Action- John Fraser John Fraser thanked those on the committee for all their hard work. Members thanked Loren Grosskopf for assisting with the waiver of the fee for the building. Rick Nunes reported that a thank you letter will be sent to the Commissioners. John Fraser reported the following: The event will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the Park County Fairgrounds. There are 41 volunteers needed to help with the event. John has a signup sheet. Minutes- 01-10-2017 Page 3 of 5
Ron Hancock reviewed the menu and costs. The cost per person will be $4.60. Salads and desserts will be provided by the membership. Members with last names beginning with A-L will be asked to bring a salad and M-Z to bring a dessert. Discussion ensued regarding sponsors for the event. Dustin Rosencranse noted that all of the local machine dealers need to be invited to display machines. Discussion the ensued regarding publicity and whether the public should be invited. On a motion by Dana Sander, seconded by Loren Grosskopf it was unanimously voted to approve up to $500.00 for food and supplies. On a motion by Dana Sander, seconded by Loren Grosskopf, it was unanimously voted to approve $300.00 for the purchase of gift cards from the local dealerships for the raffle and request that the dealerships match the dollar amount and invite them to provide machines to display at the event. Those interested in volunteering to help at the event should contact John Fraser by email at Jmfraser69@msn.com or by telephone at 307-754-7036. F. Liaison Reports: Shoshone National Forest- Dick Beery and Dustin Rosencranse Dustin Rosencranse reported that the Shoshone National Forrest Supervisor, Joe Alexander, is leaving his position after three years. Dustin will be meeting with Mr. Alexander prior to him leaving to discuss where it leaves the alliance with travel management. Loren Grosskopf reported that Commissioners will be meeting with the Forrest Service on January 11, 2017 to discuss Mr. Alexanders replacement as well as other issues. Loren went onto report that the Forest Service is proposing to limit/restrict bicycles (non-motorized) on trails and proposal to nominate new trails (30-40 miles) for just peddlers. The reason for this proposal is unclear as they have not been able to prove any resource damage. This will be a major change to the Forrest Service Plan. Dustin Rosencranse reported that the next meeting for the high lakes Wilderness Study Review on snowmobiling is January 18, 2017 and is open to the public but no comments will be accepted. Discussion ensued regarding the wilderness study area and the loss of land for snowmobiling. Minutes- 01-10-2017 Page 4 of 5
BLM Big Horn Basin- Tom Keating, Darrell Little and Dan O Keefe Big Horn National Forest- Phil and Toby Sheets State and Private Land- Dana Sander and Larry Roop Members discussed holding two clean ups this year. One at the Peaks in June and one at Red Lake in August. Trail Ride 5. UNSCHEDULED MATTERS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Rick Nunes reported that Air Medcare is offering memberships to the alliance members at a discounted rate $55.00. The membership covers any member in the household. Dustin Rosencranse reported that he can get additional forms information for distribution. 6. NEXT MEETING: April 11, 2017 7. ADJOURN: 8:37 p.m. Minutes- 01-10-2017 Page 5 of 5