Minutes, Membership Meeting

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers , Inc.

September 23, 2006

 Dublin Public Library, Dublin, CA

Members present:  Ned Shevelson, Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Darlene Atkinson, Jo Anne Mittelman, Paullet De Long, Bonnie Prato, Ellen Merrick, Lee Greever.

Guests present:  Liz Takamoto, Mimi Domke, Sydney Jamison.

President Lee Greever established a quorum and opened the meeting at 1:25PM

President’s Report

            Lee noted that there has not been a board meeting since the last membership meeting, but there will be one Wednesday, September 27.  The primary agenda item will be to set a calendar of events for 2007.  The Holiday party and program will be in December, and there will be a January program.  Other board issues include the Bylaw revisions, including conducting some business electronically (with member consent), and a survey for members to complete.

Secretary’s Report

              Carolyn was absent due to family illness.

Approval of the Minutes of 7/22/06 as published was moved and seconded (Bonnie, Sharon) and unanimously approved

            A letter was sent to AKC noting concern with the restrictions on specialties.  A cursory response was received.  It appears that the decision will not be changed.

Treasurer’s Report

Beginning balance:  $25, 773.78

Income:             Show  $650  Dues  $875  Match 06 $67 

Total Income:  $1592

Expenses:               Show:  $1997.45  Club Operations (Insurance)  $346  Match $195.99 

Total Expenses:  2539.44

Ending Balance:  $24,826.34

Committee Reports

Old Business

2007 Group Show Update:  Report sent in by Sally.  AKC has approved the 2/16 and 2/17 shows, judges and specialties.  We’ll do a puppy group and Friday and a BBE group on Saturday day.  We are appealing an AKC fine of $120 for late submittal of documents as Santa Clara delayed returning the contract to us.  We still need volunteers to pick up donuts and to sell catalogs.  Let Sally know if you can help.  Some trophy donation opportunities still exist.  Many thanks to Jo Anne and Paullet for the breed club contact information and the breed clubs for their cooperation.

New Business

2006 Match Review:  The Board will be looking at this issue.  The heat is of great concern.

1.  Florence Males, AKC Rep, is retiring.  James Covey will be the new Executive Field Staff covering Northern California and Nevada, effective January 8, 2007.

Petland Issue.  The agreement between AKC and Petland regarding the registration  of puppies is not available.  An email was provided by AKC indicating it is a financial decision to avoid losing revenue as registrations have declined.  AKC will meet with selected delegates and fanciers October 4 to discuss the issue.  It was suggested that the Board draft a letter of concern to AKC.

Other.  There will be a meet the breed at the Golden Gate show.  Participation is left to the breed clubs.

The website needs to be updated.

The breed club contact list has worked well.  Some of the contact information may be posted on the website.  There is an ongoing upkeep issue with the list as contacts change frequently.

Announcements

Next meeting to be determined.

Adjournment 

The meeting was adjourned at 2:10PM

PROGRAM:  Julie Bond, Dog Behaviorist   The program was excellent.  Ms. Bond discussed dog behaviors and training coping strategies to deal with these behaviors.  Many thanks to Ms Bond, and to Jo Anne for setting up the meeting and the program.

Submitted by

Darlene Atkinson

The minutes of the General Meeting of Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers held on June 10, 2006 in Antioch California.

Members present:  Ned Shevelson, Florence Males, Lore Wolff, D.J. Wojtek, Sue Calestini, Carol Elliott, Kim Murphy, Steve Calestini, Sally Vilas, Bonnie Prato and Paullet DeLong.  Guests present: Marcy McGee and Walda Green.

The meeting was called to order by Vice-President, Sally Vilas, at 12:00 noon.

Minutes were approved as follows:

            Minutes for 1/22/06 moved by DJ Wojtek; 2nd Sue Calestini Approved

            Minutes for 3/18/06 moved by Carol Elliott; 2nd Kim Murphy Approved

            Minutes for 4/22/06 moved by Sue Calestini; 2nd DJ Wojtek Approved

Treasurers Report:  Kim reported that the current balance is $25,498.78.  No activity except for sending a replacement check to reserve Gateway Hall.  Dues notices will be mailed this coming week and you are to return dues to Lee Greever.

2007 Show Report:  Sally reported that all the Judges have been hired.  Carol Elliott will be  Trophy Chairman and we will be offering Best Breed By Group on Saturday and Puppy Group on Friday.

Match Report:  Bonnie reported that everything was ready we still need a grounds chairman, Lunch co-ordinator and Raffle chair.  Sue & Steve Calestini offer to help with grounds. 

New Business:  Moved by DJ Wojtek that all of our club business be sent by email.  Members without email will be mailed by USPO.  2nd Steve Calestini.  Motion approved.

Sally reported that there will be two openings on the Board (Treasurer and Board position) and to let Lee know if you are interested.

Anyone interested in Breed Seminars please contact Sandi Olsen.  Meeting adjourned at 12:15 pm.

Respectfully submitted by

Bonnie Prato

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Chief Solano Kennel Club, Vallejo, Ca.

Membership Meeting Minutes

Meeting started at 12:23

Members present:  Sandi Olsen, Lee Greever, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Jo Anne Mittelman, Sally Poole.  No guests were present.

There was no quorum, so no business was voted upon.

Welcome and President’s Report: Lee welcomes those present and thanked Sharon Shevelson and Diana Moreland for making quilted covers for the plastic place markers.

Secretary’s Report: Secretary not present.
Minutes: Due to no quorum, the minutes for January 22 (Livermore) and March 18 (San Mateo) were skipped.

Correspondence: Lee shared the AKC Annual Report which had previously been received.

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer not present. However, the report was shared. A balance of $25,268.17 was presented with Santa Clara K.C. deposit is due to be returned. Kim and Dale will be moving in July. A new treasurer is to be appointed by the Board. Anyone interested should notify Lee.

Old Business:
2007 Group Shows Update: Sally Vilas was not present. No report.
However, we do need a person to look into finding a “cleanup” group, i.e.,
4-H, Boy Scouts, etc. for after the show.
The Board has approved doing Best Bred By at the 2007 show.
Match, Saturday, July 22, 2006: Judges have been lined up. Kim had
previously said that he would coordinate the lunch. However, due to their upcoming move, an assistant is desired.
Committee Reports: Jo Anne Mittelman, Program Chairperson, will be composing a survey regarding upcoming programs and this survey will be reviewed by the Board prior to members filling it out.

Other Old Business: Lee has composed a letter to AKC regarding the new regulations. Sharon Shevelson will be proofing the letter prior to its being mailed.

New Business:
Membership Applications: none

Announcement: There are 4 sets of wooden place markers which our club is making available to any toy breed club interested. Jo Anne Mittelman thought that the Cavaliers of the West might like them.

Next Meeting: June 10, 2006, Saturday noonish - Business meeting at Contra Costa County D.F., Antioch, CA

Submitted by “substitute secretary” Diana Moreland 4/24/06

The minutes of the General Membership meeting of Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers on

March 18, 2006, San Mateo, CA.

Members in attendance: Lee Greever, Ned and Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Sally Vilas, Doug Foster, Sandi Olsen, Kim Murphy, Bonnie Prato, Sue and Steve Calestini, Lore Wolff. Guests in attendance: Wendell Strike, Denise Monette, Robbi Jones, Rachel Venier.

The meeting was called to order by our President, Lee Greever. Sharon Shevelson kindly agreed to take the minutes of this meeting.

Sally Villas passed around correspondence from Custom Calendars and a brochure for rehabilitation therapy for any one interested.

Kim Murphy reported a balance of $25,541.05 in the treasury.

The minutes of December 10, 2005, were reviewed and the following corrections were made:  Pat Keen-Fernandes and Wagner Fernandes names were entered incorrectly; Sandi Olsen moved that the minutes of October 29, 2005 be approved; and Bill Kowalsky was also a guest at that meeting. Bonnie Prato made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected and Kim Murphy seconded that motion. The motion passed and the minutes were approved as corrected.

Under old business we discussed the members concerns on the new AKC regulations concerning evening specialties beginning January, 2007. Bonnie Prato made a motion to send AKC a letter expressing our concerns to AKC on limiting the entries to 50 and to make a recommendation that they raise the limit to 75. The motion also stated that we send a copy of this letter to the toy breed clubs. Ned Shevelson seconded the motion and the motion passed.

Review of the 2006 February Specialty:

Lee Greever thanked Sally Villas for all of her hard work and long hours spent on preparing the February 2006 Toy Specialty and Sally in turn thanked everyone who also  worked on these shows. Sally presented the club with a lovely thank you letter for dedicating the show to her.  The suggestion was made that we don’t need to order quite as many catalogs for next year’s shows. Everyone agreed that the flowers were beautiful and thanked Lore Wolff for her great job. Sandi Olsen reported that she had good feedback on this year’s trophies. We also discussed adding more holding areas near the center conformation rings for next year. Sally Villas will look into the Santa Clara Fairgrounds possibly providing the coffee for next year as well, as well as other coffee options.

Sharon Shevelson asked if it might be possible to have a Best Bred By group for 2007. This will be discussed further at the next board meeting since there is a concern that we not go too long on Saturday so the room can be set up for evening specialties. Sharon also recommended that when new wall banners are ordered that we add three new toy breeds on each new banner so that we will have all of the toy breeds represented. Sandi Olsen made the motion and Doug Foster seconded it to have Lee contact the artist. The motion passed. Lee, Sandi and Sharon will work on this together and bring back recommendations to the membership. Lee further stated that next year we will also have pennants at the ring entrances.  Options for ring and after-show clean up were discussed.

Sally Villas reported that the judges panel is set and the judges hired for our 2007 specialty. The judges selection committee of Dale Martin, Sally Villas and Lee Greever will meet regarding the 2008 specialty.

Bonnie Prato reported that for our 2006 match that Pat Keene-Fernandes and Wagner Fernandes have agreed to be our judges.

Lee suggested that we try to find obedience people who might like to join NCTDF and to send a letter to those people who entered their dogs this year in obedience and invite them to our meetings. Sally reported that Stephanie Gomez will be our obedience judge next year.

There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned.

Submitted by Sharon Shevelson

General Meeting   Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers, Inc.  Sunday, January 22, 2006

Livermore Library, Livermore, CA

Following a presentation by Joanne Nash to the Cavalier Club, the Papillon Club and NCTDF, President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 3:53 PM.  We thank the Papillion Club for the refreshments.

Members Present:  Lore Wolff, Diana Moreland, Sally Vilas, Bonnie Prato, Betty Cabrera, Georgina Miller, Lee Greever,  Jo Anne Mittelman, and Carolyn Marcus.  No guests.

Minutes from the December Meeting were not read – not a quorum for approval.

Correspondence:  Insurance information was turned over to Kim Murphy; three letters of welcome were sent to new members, along with the By-Laws.

Treasurer was not present, but sent a report.  Balance as of January 22, 2006, is $24,232.21.

                                                        New Business

Sally Vilas reported on the news from AKC on Evening Specialties starting in 2007, as well as Sweepstakes and Matches at shows.  “Open weekends” will no doubt disappear.

Jo Ann Mittelman will discuss this with Paullet DeLong on letting the different breed clubs know of the new ruling.

                                                       Old Business

2006 Group Shows:

   Donuts Friday Morning:  Bonnie Prato, Saturday Morning:  Len Reppond

   Kim Murphy coffee both days.

   Pick up judges:  Sandi Olsen. Judges do have hotel reservations.

   Trophy Chair:  Sandi Olsen

Thursday set up will be about 2 PM.

Discussion was held on different tapes to use to mark off areas.

   Place markers:  wood became too complicated.  Decided on acrylic.

   Catalogs will be $5.00.

Match 2006 – Bonnie Prato, Chair

   No definite response from Wagner Fernandez and Pat Keene.

   Sally will ring steward.

   Pop up tents will be needed.

Meetings adjourned at 4:43 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

               Carolyn

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

Next Meeting:  Saturday, March 18, Skyline Dog Fanciers, San Mateo

The minutes of the General Meeting of Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers held on June 10, 2006 in Antioch California.

Members present:  Ned Shevelson, Florence Males, Lore Wolff, D.J. Wojtek, Sue Calestini, Carol Elliott, Kim Murphy, Steve Calestini, Sally Vilas, Bonnie Prato and Paullet DeLong.  Guests present: Marcy McGee and Walda Green.

The meeting was called to order by Vice-President, Sally Vilas, at 12:00 noon.

Minutes were approved as follows:

            Minutes for 1/22/06 moved by DJ Wojtek; 2nd Sue Calestini Approved

            Minutes for 3/18/06 moved by Carol Elliott; 2nd Kim Murphy Approved

            Minutes for 4/22/06 moved by Sue Calestini; 2nd DJ Wojtek Approved

Treasurers Report:  Kim reported that the current balance is $25,498.78.  No activity except for sending a replacement check to reserve Gateway Hall.  Dues notices will be mailed this coming week and you are to return dues to Lee Greever.

2007 Show Report:  Sally reported that all the Judges have been hired.  Carol Elliott will be  Trophy Chairman and we will be offering Best Breed By Group on Saturday and Puppy Group on Friday.

Match Report:  Bonnie reported that everything was ready we still need a grounds chairman, Lunch co-ordinator and Raffle chair.  Sue & Steve Calestini offer to help with grounds. 

New Business:  Moved by DJ Wojtek that all of our club business be sent by email.  Members without email will be mailed by USPO.  2nd Steve Calestini.  Motion approved.

Sally reported that there will be two openings on the Board (Treasurer and Board position) and to let Lee know if you are interested.

Anyone interested in Breed Seminars please contact Sandi Olsen.  Meeting adjourned at 12:15 pm.

Respectfully submitted by

Bonnie Prato

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers Saturday, April 22, 2006 Chief Solano Kennel Club, Vallejo, Ca.

Membership Meeting Minutes

Meeting started at 12:23

Members present:  Sandi Olsen, Lee Greever, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Jo Anne Mittelman, Sally Poole.  No guests were present.

There was no quorum, so no business was voted upon.

Welcome and President’s Report: Lee welcomes those present and thanked Sharon Shevelson and Diana Moreland for making quilted covers for the plastic place markers.

Secretary’s Report: Secretary not present.
Minutes: Due to no quorum, the minutes for January 22 (Livermore) and March 18 (San Mateo) were skipped.

Correspondence: Lee shared the AKC Annual Report which had previously been received.

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer not present. However, the report was shared. A balance of $25,268.17 was presented with Santa Clara K.C. deposit is due to be returned. Kim and Dale will be moving in July. A new treasurer is to be appointed by the Board. Anyone interested should notify Lee.

Old Business:
2007 Group Shows Update: Sally Vilas was not present. No report.
However, we do need a person to look into finding a “cleanup” group, i.e.,
4-H, Boy Scouts, etc. for after the show.
The Board has approved doing Best Bred By at the 2007 show.
Match, Saturday, July 22, 2006: Judges have been lined up. Kim had
previously said that he would coordinate the lunch. However, due to their upcoming move, an assistant is desired.
Committee Reports: Jo Anne Mittelman, Program Chairperson, will be composing a survey regarding upcoming programs and this survey will be reviewed by the Board prior to members filling it out.

Other Old Business: Lee has composed a letter to AKC regarding the new regulations. Sharon Shevelson will be proofing the letter prior to its being mailed.

New Business:
Membership Applications: none

Announcement: There are 4 sets of wooden place markers which our club is making available to any toy breed club interested. Jo Anne Mittelman thought that the Cavaliers of the West might like them.

Next Meeting: June 10, 2006, Saturday noonish - Business meeting at Contra Costa County D.F., Antioch, CA

Submitted by “substitute secretary” Diana Moreland 4/24/06

he minutes of the General Membership meeting of Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers on March 18, 2006, San Mateo, CA.

Members in attendance: Lee Greever, Ned and Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Sally Vilas, Doug Foster, Sandi Olsen, Kim Murphy, Bonnie Prato, Sue and Steve Calestini, Lore Wolff. Guests in attendance: Wendell Strike, Denise Monette, Robbi Jones, Rachel Venier.

The meeting was called to order by our President, Lee Greever. Sharon Shevelson kindly agreed to take the minutes of this meeting.

Sally Villas passed around correspondence from Custom Calendars and a brochure for rehabilitation therapy for any one interested.

Kim Murphy reported a balance of $25,541.05 in the treasury.

The minutes of December 10, 2005, were reviewed and the following corrections were made:  Pat Keen-Fernandes and Wagner Fernandes names were entered incorrectly; Sandi Olsen moved that the minutes of October 29, 2005 be approved; and Bill Kowalsky was also a guest at that meeting. Bonnie Prato made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected and Kim Murphy seconded that motion. The motion passed and the minutes were approved as corrected.

Under old business we discussed the members concerns on the new AKC regulations concerning evening specialties beginning January, 2007. Bonnie Prato made a motion to send AKC a letter expressing our concerns to AKC on limiting the entries to 50 and to make a recommendation that they raise the limit to 75. The motion also stated that we send a copy of this letter to the toy breed clubs. Ned Shevelson seconded the motion and the motion passed.

Review of the 2006 February Specialty:

Lee Greever thanked Sally Villas for all of her hard work and long hours spent on preparing the February 2006 Toy Specialty and Sally in turn thanked everyone who also  worked on these shows. Sally presented the club with a lovely thank you letter for dedicating the show to her.  The suggestion was made that we don’t need to order quite as many catalogs for next year’s shows. Everyone agreed that the flowers were beautiful and thanked Lore Wolff for her great job. Sandi Olsen reported that she had good feedback on this year’s trophies. We also discussed adding more holding areas near the center conformation rings for next year. Sally Villas will look into the Santa Clara Fairgrounds possibly providing the coffee for next year as well, as well as other coffee options.

Sharon Shevelson asked if it might be possible to have a Best Bred By group for 2007. This will be discussed further at the next board meeting since there is a concern that we not go too long on Saturday so the room can be set up for evening specialties. Sharon also recommended that when new wall banners are ordered that we add three new toy breeds on each new banner so that we will have all of the toy breeds represented. Sandi Olsen made the motion and Doug Foster seconded it to have Lee contact the artist. The motion passed. Lee, Sandi and Sharon will work on this together and bring back recommendations to the membership. Lee further stated that next year we will also have pennants at the ring entrances.  Options for ring and after-show clean up were discussed.

Sally Villas reported that the judges panel is set and the judges hired for our 2007 specialty. The judges selection committee of Dale Martin, Sally Villas and Lee Greever will meet regarding the 2008 specialty.

Bonnie Prato reported that for our 2006 match that Pat Keene-Fernandes and Wagner Fernandes have agreed to be our judges.

Lee suggested that we try to find obedience people who might like to join NCTDF and to send a letter to those people who entered their dogs this year in obedience and invite them to our meetings. Sally reported that Stephanie Gomez will be our obedience judge next year.

There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned.

Submitted by Sharon Shevelson

General Meeting   Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers, Inc.  Sunday, January 22, 2006

Livermore Library, Livermore, CA

Following a presentation by Joanne Nash to the Cavalier Club, the Papillon Club and NCTDF, President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 3:53 PM.  We thank the Papillion Club for the refreshments.

Members Present:  Lore Wolff, Diana Moreland, Sally Vilas, Bonnie Prato, Betty Cabrera, Georgina Miller, Lee Greever,  Jo Anne Mittelman, and Carolyn Marcus.  No guests.

Minutes from the December Meeting were not read – not a quorum for approval.

Correspondence:  Insurance information was turned over to Kim Murphy; three letters of welcome were sent to new members, along with the By-Laws.

Treasurer was not present, but sent a report.  Balance as of January 22, 2006, is $24,232.21.

                                                        New Business

Sally Vilas reported on the news from AKC on Evening Specialties starting in 2007, as well as Sweepstakes and Matches at shows.  “Open weekends” will no doubt disappear.

Jo Ann Mittelman will discuss this with Paullet DeLong on letting the different breed clubs know of the new ruling.

                                                       Old Business

2006 Group Shows:

   Donuts Friday Morning:  Bonnie Prato, Saturday Morning:  Len Reppond

   Kim Murphy coffee both days.

   Pick up judges:  Sandi Olsen. Judges do have hotel reservations.

   Trophy Chair:  Sandi Olsen

Thursday set up will be about 2 PM.

Discussion was held on different tapes to use to mark off areas.

   Place markers:  wood became too complicated.  Decided on acrylic.

   Catalogs will be $5.00.

Match 2006 – Bonnie Prato, Chair

   No definite response from Wagner Fernandez and Pat Keene.

   Sally will ring steward.

   Pop up tents will be needed.

Meetings adjourned at 4:43 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

               Carolyn

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

Next Meeting:  Saturday, March 18, Skyline Dog Fanciers, San Mateo

MINUTES OF GENERAL MEMBERSHIP BUSINESS MEETING

October 29, 2005

Sacramento Valley Dog Fanciers

Dixon, CA

On October 29, 2005 President Lee Greever called the NCTDF meeting to order at 12 noon. Lee welcomed members and guests.

Members present:  Lee Greever, Toni Robinson, Dale Martin, Carol Elliott, Sally Poole, Sally Vilas, Diana Moreland, Sharon Shevelson, Ned. Shevelson, Sue Calestini, Steve Calestini, Sandi Olsen, Kim Murphy, Bonnie Prato.

Guests:  Melissa Vilas, Debbie Franklin, Robert Franklin, D.J. Marin-Wojtek, Renee Harris, Toni Bravo.

Sally Villas motioned that we approve the minutes from the previous meeting as mailed;  seconded by Diana Moreland. Passed. Due to the absence of our secretary Carolyn Marcus, Sharon Shevelson kindly volunteered to take the minutes from today’s meeting.  No Correspondence.

Kim Murphy gave the treasurers report. The club has so far received $810.00 in trophy donations for our February toy show. We had expenses for our ring markers, show rental, the club’s share of vet expenses and trophy expense of $257.89. As of October 29, 2005 we have a balance of $26,610.94 in our treasury.

Under old business: Sally Villas will be reviewing the premium for our February show and it will be returned in its final form by November 7, 2004.  Lee Greever and Sally will be going to various sign shops for more information on banners and costs.

On December 4, 2004 we will be have a show committee meeting as well as a Board meeting at the San Mateo Dog show.

Sandi Olsen volunteered to coordinate our Holiday luncheon on December 10; Sue Calestini volunteered to assist.  Florence Males, AKC rep, will conduct a mock Show Committee hearing.

Our 2006 Match date is July 22nd at Hillcrest Park in Concord.  A Match Chair and Secretary are still needed – talk to Lee if you are interested.  Suggestions for judges included NCTDF members Juliann Kowalsky and Marianne Klinkowski; Pat Keene and Wagner Fernandez, and Bill and Taffe McFadden.  Kim Murphy said he would make efforts to reserve Hillcrest Park.

There were no committee reports.

Under new business Lee went over our agenda through June 10, 2005:

December 10, Holiday Luncheon;

Jan 21 or 22, 2006, Presentation by Janie Cain, DVM, a reproduction specialist co-sponsored with the Cavalier club at the Pleasanton or Dublin Library;

March 18, 2006 - A meeting at Skyline K. C. show in San Mateo;

April 22, 2006 - A meeting at Chief Salano K. C. show in Vallejo;  

June 10, 2006 - A meeting at Contra Costa County D. F. show in Antioch. At that show Sally Poole offered to give a presentation on the Italian Greyhound breed to the group.

Diana Moreland reported that the Papillon Club of Northern California was now a sanctioned AKC club. She further reported that the club has an interest in participating in Nor-Cal’s educational meetings and sharing expenses with the club. NCTDF congratulated PCNC and welcoming their co-sponsoring of the Jan. presentation by D. Cain.  Kim Murphy will talk to the Cavalier Club and to see if they would be willing to let PCNC share in the January meeting at the Pleasanton Library. Kim will report back to Diana.

Club Officers reiterated that NCTDF tries to support Breed clubs however we can, and co-sponsoring programs is another way to do this.  We also try to invite all Breed Club members to attend most of our programs.  Breed Clubs can help in this effort by keeping our Breed Club Liaison, Paullet DeLong updated as to your officers, and especially who disseminatesinformation to your club members.

The first reading for new membership applications was done for:

Doug Foster - Japanese Chins/Pugs

Ellen Merrick - Japanese Chins/ Whippets

DJ Wojtek    - Silky Terriers

Sally Poole reported that the Italian Greyhound club has also been sanctioned by AKC. Sally also alerted the NCTDF members to how to find emergency services to help with evacuating pets from a disaster such as hurricane Katrina or a possible California earthquake, on various web-sites. Pets rescued and/or needing adoption after Katrina are listed on PetFinder.com and the Louisiana State University vet school’s web-sites, among others.

Dale Martin made the suggestion that we have breed presentations again at our Nor-Cal show in 2007. Dale, Sally Poole and Sharon Shevelson will serve on the committee.

Dale Martin suggested that we e-mail a new membership to all of the members when there are corrections/changes to our membership list, instead of e-mailing just the corrections to the members. This suggestion was approved.  The corrections will still be listed in the mailings for those members without e-mail.

There was brief discussion about NCTDF’s disclaimer (that we don’t agree to arbitration) in our Show’s premium list, and it was decided that we would keep that disclaimer until we decide otherwise.

There was no more business and the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

Sharon Shevelson

GENERAL MEETING, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2005 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE K.C., SAN RAFAEL

President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:05 PM.  He welcomed everyone and each person gave their name and breed.  He announced that the new board had met earlier in the week, and that the Decoration Committee for the Group Shows in February met just prior to this meeting.

Members present:  Sally Vilas, Lore Wolff, Kim Murphy, Charlotte Fielder, Georgina Miller, Dale Martin, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Lee Greever, Carolyn Marcus, Bonnie Prato, Diana Moreland and Sue Calestini. 

Guests:  Steve Miller, DJ Wojtek, Bob Stacy, Ellen Merrick and Doug Foster

Minutes were approved as printed and mailed.  Motion made by Sally Vilas, seconded by Georgina Miller.  Carried.

Correspondence:  AKC report on PAWS.

Treasurer’s Report:  Current balance is $28,185.47.  Kim Murphy and Lee Greever will change the account to non-profit with their two signatures on the account.

Old Business:   2006 Group Shows. 

   Decoration Committee is working on ideas.

   Bonnie Prato showed the two sizes of place markers – large for group, small for classes.  These can be stores easily.

  Vickie Cook called to ask if we need more than V. Holloway to take photos at our shows.  Sally Vilas will check to see if Holloway is committed to other groups on those days.  One is enough in our building if they remain there at all times.

  Donations to trophy fund – please turn in to Kim Murphy.  Supportive entries from clubs are due by the end of September.

  Show Committee and General Meeing will be held on Saturday, October 29 in Dixon.

New Business:  Match for 2006

  To be held in July, same as this year.  Stay at the same location.

  Lee Greever asked if anyone was interested in being Match Chairperson – no one volunteered.

  The President asked for a coordinator for the Holiday Party – no one volunteered.

   Judges 2007 Group Shows:  Sally Vilas announced that the committee has hired Luc Boileau and Charlotte Patterson to judge at the 2007 Shows; the panels will be completed with provisional or partial group judges.  The committee considered 27 names that had been submitted by members; some names were eliminated from consideration for a variety of reasons:  had already judged at the shows or at accompanying Santa Clara shows, not a toy breeder or handler, or those reported by exhibitors to be rough with toy dogs.

   2008 Judge selection:  Members were asked for opinions about process to select 2008 Group judges.  Should those group judges be selected from the list on hand – or should new ‘nominations’ be included?  Charlotte Fielder pointed out that new judges have new ideas.  Georgina Miller suggested having new names each year.  Discussion about voting by mail for judges:  Bonnie Prato noted that club bylaws do no allow for voting by mail.

Sally Vilas made a motion to use this process:  send the remaining list of nominated judges to the members and ask members for further nominations.  The new, expanded list will then be sent to members who will be asked to cast a ‘straw vote’ (non-binding) for up to four (4) judges.  Seconded by Georgina Miller.  Motion carried.  The Committee will work with information from members to hire 2008 Group judges.

    Proposed meeting for 2005-2006. 

   Try to schedule Florence Males for the December meeting.

   January meeting share Dr. Kane with the Cavalier Club.

   March meeting – recap the Group Shows

Meeting was adjourned at 12:50 PM

Next meeting will be on Saturday, October 29, 2005 at Dixon, CA.

Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

GENERAL MEETING, SATURDAY , JULY 23, 2005. AT HILLCREST PARK, CONCORD, CA.

President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:45 pm, following a very successful Matchand a delicious potluck lunch. He thanked everyone who helped with the Match, especially the showchairperson, Jo Ann Mittelman.

Everyone then introduced themselves. Members Present: Lee Greever, Juliann Kowalsky, Ned Shevelson, Sharon Shevelson, Tom Hutchison,Paullet DeLong, Jo Anne Mittelman, Diana Moreland, Kim Murphy, Sandi Olsen, Dale Martin, Sue Calestini, Len Reppond, Carol Elliott, Carolyn Marcus, Lore Wolff, Sally Vilas, Bonnie Prato and Steve Calestini.

Guests Present: Laura Lei Strain, Paul Flores, Tray Pittman, Sharon Mermosillo, Kobert Franklin,Debbie Franklin, Renee Harris, Toni Bravo

Minutes: Approved as received. Motion made by Sandi Olsen, seconded by Len Reppond. Carried.

Correspondence: DelValle Match is tomorrow, Juiann Kowalsky is judging.

Treasurer's Report: Balance on hand as of 4/23/2005: $26,865.82. Complete report on file. DaleMartin reported 46 of 49 members have renewed their membership. Today's Raffle took in $640. andthe entries for the Match $531.

Eledion of Officers: There were no additions to the ballot. Bonnie Prato moved to accept the newofficers; seconded Sally Vilas. Carried. The President thanked Bonnie Prato, Len Reppond and Dale Martin for their service on the Board for the past term. The new officers are: President: Lee Greever; Vice: Sally Vilas; Secretary: Carolyn Marcus; Treasurer: Kim Murphy; Board: Sandi Olsen, DianaMoreland and Sharon Shevelson.

Old Business:2006 Shows Sally Vilas things were moving along. Also the Judges slate for the 2007 shows is being worked on.

New Business: AKC has requested for NCTDF membership roster. Sally Vilas moved to send only name and address. Len Reppond seconded. Motion carried.

Next Meeting: Will be held at Sir Francis Drake Show on Sunday, September 18, 2005.

Meeting was adjourned at 3:10 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

General Meeting, Saturday, June 11, 2005

Contra Costa County Dog Fanciers Show, Antioch, CA

President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:10 pm.

Members Present: Lore Wolff, Steve Calestini, Carol Elliott, Lee Greever, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Sally Vilas, Paullet DeLong, Tom Hutchison, Debbie Hutchison, Sandi Olsen, Carolyn Marcus, Bonnie Prato. Guests: Ellen Merrick, Doug Foster, Denise Monette.

Minutes: Approved as received.

Correspondence: Center for Companion Animal Health - June 1 - June 7, 2005

Treasurer's Report: Dale Martin not present; Lee Greever reported present balance at $26,394.20. Dues should be paid by July 1, 2005, for the 2005-6 year.

2006 Group Shows: A brochure has been sent to all Toy Clubs re: Sweepstakes and Evening Specials, in conjunction with the Toy Club.

Anyone interested in working on a committee for the ring markers, decorations, etc. should let Sally Vilas know.

Match, July 23, 2005: Jo Anne Mittleman, Chairperson, not present. Obedience will start at 10:30 AM, Confirmation at 11 AM. Flyers are available. There will be a Raffle -bring donations.

Web Site: Crashed, but up and running again. Membership Applications: None.

New Business: Nominations for the 2005-6 year are:

President: Lee Greever; Vice-President: Sally Vilas; Secretary: Carolyn Marcus; Treasurer: Kim Murphy; Board Members: Sandi Olsen, Diana Moreland, Sharon Shevelson. There were no additional nominations from the floor. Motion made by Bonnie Prato, seconded by Debbie Hutchison to accept the slate. Carried

Japanese Chins will have a Specialty at the Richmond Show on Saturday night, August 6, 2005.

Adjournment:  12:40 PM

Respectfully submitted, Carolyn Marcus, Secretary  

Minutes, General Meeting, Saturday, April 23, 2005
Chief Solano Show, Vallejo Fairgrounds

President Lee Greever Called the meeting to order at 11:47 am.
Attendance: Members Michael Heflin, Sally Vilas, Jo Anne Mittelman, Carol Elliott, Paullet DeLong, Ned Shevelson, Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Lore Wolff and Lee Greever. Guests: Doug Foster, Ellen Merrick, William R. Allison, and D.J.Wojtek.

Minutes from the last meeting on Saturday, March 19, 2005,were approved as received.

Secretary’s Report: Carolyn Marcus was at a celebration of life. Diana Moreland was the substitute secretary.

Treasurer’s Report: To be submitted at a later date due to Dale Martin’s absence due to a prior commitment.

Correspondence: Received a mailing from a natural/acupuncture vet to be kept as a possible speaker in the future.

Old Business:
a. 2006 Group Shows update.
-Santa Clara KC is providing an EMT free and an
announcer at 1/2 the cost for Friday.
-Sally Vilas will soon be mailing to other clubs an
inquiry to find out who will be doing their
sweepstakes.
-Volunteers are needed to work on the Decorations
Committee (ways to dress up the building). Sharon Shevelson and Diana Moreland will make the skirts with the club logo for the grooming tables used in the rings.
-Sandi Olson will be doing trophies with the assistance of Carol Elliott.
-Specialty clubs must rent their rings from Santa Clara KC. However, our Board has voted that if these clubs send their premium list or match flyer to NCTDF (c/o Sally Vilas), Nor Cal will reimburse their ring fee. We want to work with breed clubs, and would like to be able to include match/specialty information in our premium list, and have our shows mentioned by the breed clubs in their premium list.
- The Show Committee needs input from the breed clubs regarding judges for the Nor Cal show.
-Please let Sally or Paullet DeLong know if your breed club has changed officers and who and how to contact them.

b. 2005 Match:
- Received AKC approval for the match. Tray and Paul have accepted their judging assignment. Let Jo Anne Mittelman (Match Chairperson) know if your club is having a match that day at the same site (Hillcrest Park, Concord, Ca. 7/23/05).
- Alvin Eng will be the obedience judge.
- Volunteers are need for the match: setup, breakdown, stewards. Please contact Jo Anne (phone number: 925/484-9030; lochlomondcavs@comcast.net).
- Easy-up canopies are needed for the match. If you have a canopy and can’t be there early, let Lee Greever or Jo Anne know so that someone can pick it up early. Thanks for sharing the shade.
- Individual breed club matches will be held early
(starting at 8:00 am.)or after the NCTDF match. There is a $25 ring fee for specialty clubs holding a match with NCTDF on July 23. If their entries are 5 or less, the ring is free.
- Needed are big tables for lunch,ring tables, raffle table. Please let Jo Anne know if you will be bringing a table.
- Annual meeting and election of officers will be held at the Match, which is also our Annual Meeting.

New Business:
a. Applications for Membership.
- The second reading for Sue and Steve Calestini, and Debbie and Tom Hutchinson. Juliann Kowalsky, Sue and Steve Calestini, and Debbie and Tom Hutchinson were accepted as new members.- Since the club is growing, members need to be sure and attend meetings since the quorum for meetings is increasing.

b. Nominating Committee:
Paullet DeLong is the Chair. Please let Paullet know if you are interested in being a Board member. The slate will be mailed to members. Additional names can be nominated on June 11 at the Antioch meeting.

Next meeting will be held at the Contra Costa show in Antioch on June 11th.

Meeting adjourned at 12:27 pm.

Diana Moreland
Substitute Secretary

President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:25 pm.
Attendance: Bonnie Prato, Lee Greever, Sally Vilas, Toni Robinson, Diana Moreland,
Carol Elliott, Darlene Atkinson, Lore Wolff, Sandi Olsen, Ned and Sharon Shevelson,
Carolyn Marcus, Dale Martin. Guests: Ellen Merrick, Doug Foster

Minutes from the last meeting on Sunday, January 23, 2005, were approved as received.

Treasurer’s Report: Balance on hand as of today $26,210.52. Thus far, the net profit from the dog shows is $5827.25. Some bills may still be outstanding.

Correspondence: Thank you notes from three (3) judges.

Old Business:
2005 Shows: A big thank you to Sally Vilas.
Suggestions: Ned Shevelson said that Papillion’s should not have had provisionals both days for the size of the entry.
Darlene Atkinson said she really liked the new building. Sally Vilas said many of the exhibitors appreciated having more space.
Toni Robinson wanted to know the possibility of having a parade of champions at the end of the day.
Lee Greever suggested expanding the holding area.
Sally Vilas stated that the large area at the end of rings was not used.
Other suggestions: Power could be put in the center. We should have a banner with logo for decorations. Flowers on the tables. Permanent place markers are needed. Skirts should be added to the examine tables. Requests steward books from the superintendent. Awards of Merit. Need more coffee. Photographer could set up a backdrop for the pictures. Photographer requested to know how we want the club folders. Should be able to use the photos. Disk is a good idea too.
Will need more help in setting up on Thursdays, and striking on Saturday afternoon.
Trophies for 2006 will be handled by Sandi Olsen will be chairperson of that committee. Medallions: some like, some don’t. Suggestion made to use the medallion on some items.
2005 Match: Will be held on July 23, 2005, at Hillcrest Park, Concord. Jo Anne Mittleman is the chairperson. Still looking for the obedience Judge. Annual meeting and election of officers will be held. Shih Tzu and Papillion’s and Chins are planning on Matches the day of the Match.
It was stated that during the NCTDF Match, only Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers can hold a raffle.

New Business: Applications for Membership. Juliann Kowalsky’s application was read for the second time. First time readings for Sue and Steve Calestini, and Debbie and Tom Hutchison.
Future programs: All day events are being checked out. Suggestion made to have another grooming seminar on toy breeds.

Next meeting will be held at Chief Solano Shows in Vallejo on Saturday, April 23. Then June 11 at Contra Costa in Antioch, and July 23 at Hillcrest Park, Concord.

Meeting adjourned at 1 pm.

Respectfully submitted,
Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers, Inc. General Meeting, Sunday, January 23, 2005
Dublin Public Library, Dublin, CA
The meeting was held following an excellent presentation on Dermatology by Dr. Carlo Vitale.
In the absence of President Lee Greever and Vice-President Bonnie Prato, Treasurer Dale Martin called the meeting to order at 3:45 pm.
Attendance: Diana Moreland, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Sally Vilas, Jo Anne Mittleman, Lore Wolff, Sandi Olsen, Dale Martin, Georgina Miller, Carolyn Marcus. Guest: Cora Jean Kleppe from San Mateo.
Minutes from the December 4, 2004, meeting were accepted as corrected: Jo Anne Mittleman was present at that meeting.
Treasurer’s Report is on file.

Old Business:
Next club meeting will be held on March 19, 2005, Sat. noonish* - Business Meeting/Group Shows review, Skyline K.C, San Mateo. The April meeting is on April 23, 2005, Chief Solano K.C.,Vallejo
Show Update by Sally Vilas:
Closes February 2, 2005
Sharon Shevelson: After entrees close, she will call the clubs to remind them of supported entrees.
Pauline Vieira is ill, but sent report that there are 8 ads.
Coffee on Friday will be provided by Bonnie Prato (2); Saturday by Dale Martin.
Audrey Schmidt is working on a panel divider for the Hospitality area.
Ring 4 on Friday will be for the Papillon Sweeps; on Saturday, for Obedience, then different breed classes
Friday Night – Brussels Griffons will have potluck and grooming seminar.
Saturday Night – Cavaliers will have Match

New Business:
2006 Judge’s Panel is complete except for Obedience Judge.
Match will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2005, at Hillcrest Park, Concord. Judges will be Trey Pittman and Paul Flores.
Darlene Atkinson’s membership application was read for the second time. Ballots were distributed
The vote was unanimous to accept Darlene as a new member.
Event Ideas:
Ed and Pat Gilbert for a weekend or 1 day workshop on “Structure and Movement”
Carmen Battagia a 2 day or 1 day on “Breeding Better Dogs”
Pat Trotter
Pat Hastings
Carolyn Marcus announced that Richard Beauchamp will be speaking at the Silky National on Wednesday, April 13 at the Crowne Plaza, Burlingame. Flyers will be available at the Toy Dog Shows.

Meeting was adjourned at 4:18 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

General Meeting Minutes, Saturday, December 4, 2004

The meeting of Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers was called to order by our president Lee Greever on December 4, 2004 at Sunrise Bistro in Walnut Creek, CA. Members in attendance were Kim Murphy, Sandi Olsen, Bonnie Prato, Mary Walsh, Carolyn Souza, Dixie McCulloch, Florence Males, Sally Poole, Carol Elliott, Sally Vilas, Paullet DeLong, Ned Shevelson, Sharon Shevelson, and Lee Greever.  Guests present included Elizabeth Takamoto, Douglas Foster, Jeanne Wood, Ralph Price, Steve Calestini, Sue Calestini, Juliann Kowalsky and her husband.  Lee thanked Sandi Olsen for all of her hard work coordinating and decorating for our Christmas luncheon.  Lee welcomed all members and guests, and thanked Sharon Shelvelson for agreeing to take minutes.

We received two thank you notes for our $2,500 donations each to the Center for Companion Health at UC Davis and from Berkeley East Bay Humane Society.  The minutes from the last meeting were approved as printed in our last mailing.  Lee reported that our secretary, Carolyn Marcus has improved a great deal and is starting to get out again. Hopefully we will be able to welcome her to our next scheduled meeting.  Since Dale Martin was absent there was no treasurer’s report.  Sally Villas then reported that the advertising deadline for the Nor-Cal Toy Specialty is December 30, 2004.  The ads should be sent to Pauline Vieira.  Lee then reported that our 2005 fun toy match will be held at Hillcrest Park on July 23, 2005.  Paullet DeLong reported that she needs two experienced ring stewards the obedience rings. In her Breed Club Liasion efforts, Paulette also reported that out of 30 letters she sent to local toy clubs for updates she has so far received six replies. Lee asked the help of all members of breed clubs please to report any changes in officers, breed referral and  rescue coordinator, etc. to Paulett as this information is surprising hard to collect..

Insurance for local clubs regarding rescue was discussed. Kim Murphy reported that the Cavalier club has dropped Sportsman’s and is now insured with Equisure as Equisure does insure clubs against liabilities for rescue claims.  Kim said that info on Equisurecan be found on  the AKC website.

Under New Business we had the first reading of Darlene Atkinson’s application for membership.

Florence Males, our area AKC Representative, addressed the Membership.  She reported that the Florida Eukanuba Show will be televised live on January 15 and 16, 2005.  Florence also reported that starting January 1 there will be changes in the Junior Handling classes. Juniors will be broken into 3 age groups.  Florence let the club know that AKC will be strictly enforcing the menacing and threatening clause regarding potential harm to judges and other dogs. The local show committees now have the authority to disqualify a dog which is regarded as menacing. Florence reminded all of us that once the new rules are printed in the Gazette they are in force, and they have been printed.

Vice-President Bonnie Prato handed out the certificates of all member dogs who attained AKC titles this past year.  Lee thanked Georgina Miller for the beautiful job she did making the certificates.  The meeting was then adjourned for our annual gift exchange.

Respectfully submitted,

Sharon Shevelson

Substitute Secretary

Minutes, General Meeting, September 18, 2004

Pleasanton Library, Pleasanton, CA

Meeting was called to order by President Lee Greever at 3:50 pm.

Members Present: Lee Greever, Dale Martin, Sally Vilas, Len Reppond, Diana Moreland,

Carol Elliott, Sandi Olsen, Jo Anne Mittleman. Guest: Robbi Jones

In Secretary Carolyn Marcus' absence, Lee asked Sandi to take the minutes for this meeting.

It was M/S/C to approve the minutes of 7/17/04

Correspondence- Brochure from Cambria Shores Inn

Solicitation from Mt Diablo Dog Training Club to list our club show dates in their 2005 calendar. (Sally will send)

Treasurers Report- Dale reported our current balance is $24,695.37.

Dues/Membership update- Dale reported 3 members have not renewed their membership.

Old Business:

Committee Reports-

1. Match 2005- We have reserved Hillcrest Park in Pleasant Hill for our 2005 B-OB Match. Jo Anne Mittleman has volunteered to be Match Chair. Len Reppond will be Match Secretary (pending a check of the calendar).

2. Website-Len will send John Bernard a list of winners from the 2004 Match to be posted on the clubs website.

3. Breed Club Liaison- No report

2005 Group Show- Sally Vilas reported the judging panel has been approved. On Saturday evening, the Cavaliers and the IG's will each hold Matches and the Chihuahua and Shih Tzu Clubs will each hold Specialties. The Papillon club will hold a sweeps both days and the Chihuahua's will hold a sweeps on Saturday. NCTDF will pay the ring fee for any club holding an evening event. The club has received an offer from Jason Entsminger to donate a single strand rosette to each participant in Junior Showmanship.

New Business-

Donation- The board voted at their last meeting to donate $5,000 to an animal/dog health or welfare organization, which is not breed specific. Lee opened the floor to nominations. After some discussion 2 organizations were nominated, East Bay Berkeley Humane Society and UC Davis Center for Companion Animal Health. The Board will convene immediately following this meeting to choose a recipient from those nominated.

Meeting Schedule/Programs-

10/23/04- Sacramento Valley DF, Dixon, Business Meeting

12/4/04- Holiday Party (Time and location TBA)

1/23 or 24/05- Dermatologist (Time and location TBA)

3/19/05- Skyline DF, San Mateo, Business Meeting/Group Shows review

4/16/05- Chief Solano KC, Vallejo, Business Meeting

6/11/05- Contra Costa KC, Business Meeting and Nominations

7/23/05- Annual Meeting, Elections and Match, Hillcrest Park, Concord  

Membership Applications- None

Meeting adjourned at 4:25pm

Respectfully submitted,

Sandi Olsen, Substitute Secretary

NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS Minutes, Annual Meeting, July 17, 2004

California State University Hayward
Meeting was called to order by President Lee Greever at the Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers Sanctioned ‘B-OB” Match. The meeting was convened after the match and pot luck.
Members Present: Camille Bakker, Sandi Olsen, Leonard Reppond, Paullet DeLong, Lee Greever, Dale Martin, Jo Anne Mittelman, Kim Murphy, Bonnie Prato, Sally Vilas, Ned and Sharon Shevelson, Edwin Ragadio, Florence Males.
Guests: Debbie and Tom Hutchison, Juliann Kowolsky, Cheryl Abbott.
Lee advised everyone that our Secretary, Carolyn Marcus is still in recovery, and we all wish her well. Lee asked Sharon Shevelson to take the minutes and she graciously agreed.
Motion by Sandi Olsen and seconded by Len Reppond to approve the minutes of April,17, 2004. Motion by Sandi Olsen and seconded by Paulette DeLong to approve the minutes of June 5, 2004. Both were approved with no corrections.
Lee thanked Jo Ann Mittleman for all of her hard work in the success of the match. Jo Ann thanked everyone for helping as well.
Sally Vilas passed around a flyer for a pet friendly hotel. All members present who were interested took the information.
Treasurers Report: Dale reported, Income from club dues  600.00; Expenses 588.95 Balance 25,636.14
Dale reminded members to please pay their dues by the end of the  month.
Old Business:
Lee thanked the Cavalier club, the Shih Tzus and the Pugs for having their matches in conjunction with the Nor-Cal match.  Len thanked our judges, Julian Kowolsky, Dan Mack and Lorie Droin for their time and helping make the match a success.  Camille Bakker advised that Paul Flores and Tre would be willing to volunteer to judge our match in 2005. It was also stated that Beatrice Moore might be interested in being the obedience judge for next year, as would Heather Wells.  Lee also thanked John Bernard for the new ring stanchions. He also stated that our web site is excellent thanks to the hard work of John Bernard.
Paulette DeLong who is NCTDF’s Breed Club liasion reported that she had send out a letter requesting club updates and has so far received three responses.
Lee Greever showed the members the color photos of our new logo. There was much discussion on various uses of our logo, as pins, medallions, ring marker flags (each supported by a Roman soldier), as club shirts, etc. Sandy made a motion to approve the artwork on the logo (both versions) and Camille Bakker made the second, which was then approved by the membership. The logo committee was thanked for all of their hours put into the completion of the club logo. There was additional discussion on whether we could have medallions ready for the 2005 Nor-Cal Toy show. It was decided that trophy chairman, Sharon Shevelson would go ahead with the usual trophy plans at this time and the Board would consider logo uses and whether to use medallions at the Group shows in 2005. Sharon reported that the theme for the 2005 show would be “Toys In The Spotlight”. Trophies will center around tea candles, candle holders, lanterns.
There were no new membership applications. There was no more old business.
New Business:
Sandy Olsen volunteered to store the new stanchions, and Juliann Kowalsky also said she could if need be.
Sally Vilas reported that at the Nor-Cal Group Shows in February 2005 we would have a best puppy contest on Friday and on Saturday there would be Junior Showmanship and Obedience competition. She also advised that if any of the breed clubs are interested, there is still room in the evenings for matches and/or specialties. 
Lee advised that at this time we have no date for our club’s next meeting and it will be announced in the near future.  He again thanked everyone for their hard work on today’s match and potluck.  There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted, Sharon Shevelson, substitute Secretary

General Meeting Minutes Saturday, June 5, 2004

Contra Costa County Kennel Club, Dixon, CA
Meeting called to order by President Lee Greever at 12:20 P.M.
Present: Members Lee Greever, Sherry Bernard, John Bernard, Kim Murphy, Dale Martin, Carol Elliott, Trudie Rossi; guest Robbie Jones.
Kim Murphy agreed to take minutes as Secretary Carolyn Marcus is in the hospital.
1. Welcome
2. Secretary's Report- No report due to the illness of Carolyn Marcus. The membership wishes Carolyn a speedy recovery and sends their best wishes. Not knowing how long Carolyn might be recuperating, Lee asked for a volunteer to temporarily act as Secretary on an as-need basis if necessary. Sharon Shevelson and Kim Murphy have volunteered to do so if needed.
3. Correspondence- No report. Minutes from April 17 meeting, as well as today's to be considered at Annual Meeting on July 17, 2004.
4. Treasurer's Report- Dale Martin reported: Balance beginning of Quarter (4/1/04) $25,712.89 Activity (4/1/04-6/4/04) $87.80 expenditures Current Balance $25,625.09
5. Old Business Match - In Match Chair's Jo Anne Mittelman's absence, Lee gave a brief summary and asked those willing to help to contact Jo Anne. Logo- Lee announced that we are getting close to getting the logo configured to medallion size.
6. Membership applications- None
7. Next meeting: Saturday, July 17, 2004, Annual Meeting and B-OB Match, Cal-State Hayward, Hayward, CA.
Meeting adjourned. Respectfully, Kim Murphy for Carolyn Marcus

General Meeting, April 17, 2004

Meeting was called to order by President Lee Greever at 12:15 PM at Vallejo, Ca.
Present: (A quorum was present, but the clipboard with the sign-in sheet was not returned to the secretary - if you have the clipboard and/or sign in sheet, please let Carolyn know.)
Minutes from the meeting on March 21,2004, were approved by John Bernard, seconded by Marianne KIinkowski. Minutes from the February 15,2004, were corrected: Loree Levy was present at that meeting. Motion made to accept by Sharon Shevelson, seconded by Dale Martin.
Correspondence: Workshop in Monterey on Obedience; AKC new breeds, and Thank you notes. (On file with secretary).
Treasurer's report by Dale Martin: Balance on hand $25,788.24. Net profit from show at this time is $4,978.22.
Old Business: The judges' panels for the 2005 shows are complete. We have changed buildings - much larger. Need to start selecting the 2006 panel of judges. Miniature Pinchers will have B Match at the show in 2005. Judges for the Match in July are lined up. Sharon Shevelson is doing the trophies for the Match. Tables and canopies are needed. Sally Vilas will check with CA State on renting 7-8 tables. Bonnie Prato will coordinate the Pot Luck. Set up will start at 7 AM. John Bernard wants breed information for the web site. Membership application is now available on the site.
New Business: We are co-sponsoring the Puppy Puzzle Seminar in conjunction with the Shih Tzu Club on Wednesday, May 12,2004. Next meeting will be on Saturday, June 5, 2004. Sally Vilas suggested that we should not plan to have a meeting at the Sacramento Shows - it is expensive to park and enter, especially for those not showing.
Meeting was adjourned at 12:45 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

General Meeting, March 21, 2004

Meeting was called to order by VIce-President Bonnie Prato at the Oakland Kennel Club show In Vallejo. (President Lee Greever In Idaho visiting new grand-nephew) Present: Bonnie Prato, Dale Martin, Kim Murphy, Ned Shevelson, Sally Poole, Charlotte Fielder, Sally Vilas
No quorum, so action pertaining to minutes of February 15 meeting must walt until April meeting.
Treasurer's Report. Dale MartIn - Balance,2/121O4 $ 20,312.51 Income $ 8,973.41 Expenses $ 3,497.28 Balance, 3/21/04 $ 25,788.64 Show: preliminary 'profit' at $5,053.97, with final settlement with MB-F still pending.
Committees:
1 . Match - Jo Anne Mittleman has flyers out, and AKC permission has been received.
2. Shows - Sally Vilas reported that the shows will be moving to Gateway Hall, which has room for 4 rings plus some grooming area and also a snack counter. Rent: $900 per day Several specialties will be held on Saturday evening: Chihuahuas (1), Shih Tzu, Papillons (If license approval received). Sweepstakes during show will probably be same as this year: Cavaliers, Pugs, plus Shih Tzu and perhaps Papilla's & Chihuahuas.
New Business:
1. 'Puppy Puzzle' seminar, May 12, 7 - 10 pm at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Burlingame Is being held in conjunction with the Shih Tzu national specialty. Nor-cat Toy Dog Fanciers Is a co- sponsor as one of our educational activities. Cost $30; reservations to Bonnie Prato by May 1st Dale Martin offered to assist with mailing of postcards confirming seminar reservations.
2. E-mail Information to members - the Board decided to set up an Email list to provide Information to members In between meeting. Members should contact Secretary Carolyn Marcus If they do not want such messages - and whenever their Email address changes.
3. Breed Club Liason - Paullet Delong will be working on this project; It Is an everlasting attempt to have up to date Information for the breed clubs, and to coordinate not just show Information but breed Information for the general public. Next meeting: noted that It Is scheduled for Easter Sunday, so a change Of date might - In order Possibilities: Saturday (Day before Easter) - OR - the following weekend, when Chief Solano shows will be held at these same grounds In Vallejo.
No further business, meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Sally Vilas, Substitute Secretary

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers
Minutes, General Meeting, Feb 15, 2004

Santa Clara Fairgrounds, CA
President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:15 pm
Members Present: Lee Greever, Sally Vilas, Dale Martin, Kim Murphy, Len Reppond, Sandi Olsen, Carol Elliott, Charlotte Fielder, Sharon Shevelson, Paullet DeLong.
Secretary Carolyn Marcus had a conflict with today's meeting so, Sandi Olsen volunteered to take the minutes.
M/S/C to approve the minutes of Jan. 24, 2004
Correspondence- None
Treasurer's Report- Dale thanked Lee for handling the treasurer's duties at the show on Fri and Sat. A complete report on the treasury will be available at the next meeting.
OLD BUSINESS: 2004 Group Shows- Sally thanked everyone for all their hard work. The general feeling was the show went very smoothly. Sally reported that Santa Clara has offered our club the rental and full use of Gateway Hall for next years shows. Sally will check on the rental fee and bring a recommendation to the board for a vote at their next meeting.
2004 Match- Jo Ann Mittelman has submitted the match application to AKC. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the match should please contact her.
Website- The site continues to be updated regularly. It was mentioned the word Pekingese was spelled incorrectly. Lee will contact the webmaster.

NEW BUSINESS: None at this time(due to overall group exhaustion!)
Respectfully submitted,
Sandi Olsen Substitute Recording Secretary
Next Meeting- Sunday March 21,2004 Oakland Kennel Club Dog Show, Vallejo Time and Location will be posted at the Show Supt. Table

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers
Minutes, General Meeting, January 24, 2004

Meeting was called to order by President Lee Greever at the Aladinniˆs restaurant in Lafayette at 1:17 pm

Present: Lee Greever, Bonnie Prato, Dale Martin, Kim Murphy, Carol Elliott, John & Sherry Bernard, Ned & Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Len Reppond, Sandi Olsen, Paullet DeLong, Sally Vilas Guest: Elizabeth (Liz) Takamoto
Lee thanked Sandi Olsen for co-ordinating the luncheon and for the festive table decorations.
Secretary Carolyn Marcus had a conflict, so President Greever asked Sally Vilas to take minutes.
Motion (Prato/Murphy) to approve Minutes of November 9 meeting as corrected: guest last name should be spelled "Weisseˆ. CARRIED.
Correspondence: 1. Flyer for Rally Obedience event on January 31.
2. Dale announced that the Cavalier club will be offering on March 20 special handling clinics with Taffe McFadden; site The Barn in Livermore. Cost $40 for a 3 hour session with your dog. Morning session for Beginners; afternoon session for Intermediate handlers, with "bonusˆ of one hour Grooming Tips in between two handling sessions. Reservations required; Cavaliers up to Feb 1st, then other toy breeds on space available basis.
Contact Dale Martin for further information or check www.BACKCSC.org
Treasurerˆs Report: Dale reported: Balance 11/9/03$19,697.57
Income: $1,545.00
Expenses: $894.72
Balance 1/24/04: $20,347.85
Plaudits to Carol Elliott (Trophies) and Pauline Vieira (Advertising)
Old Business:
1. 2004 Shows - Sally Vilas reminded all that entries close on Jan 28; we are in "holding statusˆ until know entry numbers & schedule. John & Lee lining up canopies for the sheltered grooming area at show. All committee chairmen ready.
2. 2004 Match - July 17 - Cal State Hayward - Joanne Mittleman is chairing; has one judge; welcomes other suggestions.
3. Web site - John Bernard passed around samples of the breed photos that now appear on www.norcaltoydog.org. John also had a sample breed information page; needs input from breed clubs for various contacts. Also would like a short quotation from a member/breeder to add a personal touch.
4. Breed Referral/Rescue Referral - Lee noted that we had hoped to have such information for all of the toy breeds to include in our catalog, but not yet ready. Hard to get information from local breed clubs. Board will discuss issue.
5. Future meeting with Richard Beauchamp as speaker - Len Reppond reported on contact with Rick. While available for March 21, it seems obvious that he would prefer to come up later in year, with June 20 or 27 as dates that he would be available. Cost of seminar presentation: $400 + travel expenses.
Board will consult show calendar and set date.
6. Educational program: Need another program before end of club year. Offer was made to have NCTDF be co-sponsor for a seminar being offered at the ShihTzu National specialty on May 12, when Pat Hastings will present "The Puppy Puzzleˆ

Future Meeting dates: SUNDAY, February 15 at Santa Clara KC show /review of NCTDF shows; plan for 2005
SUNDAY March 21 at Oakland KC show
SUNDAY April 11 at Sacramento KC show
SATURDAY June 5 at Contra Costa show (in Dixon)
Meeting adjourned 2:10 pm
Respectfully submitted,Sally Vilas,
Substitute Secretary
2003 champions were acknowledged with lovely certificates prepared by Georgina Miller,followed by a gift exchange that was enjoyed by all.

NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS
General Meeting, Sunday, November 9, 2003 at the Pleasanton Library, Pleasanton, CA
President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 1:10 pm.
Members Present: Lore Wolff, Betty Cabrera, Ned Shevelson, Sharon Shevelson, Diana Moreland, Kim Murphy, Dale Martin, Bonnie Prato, Len Reppond. Paullet DeLong, Sandi Olsen, Lee Greever and Carolyn Marcus. Guest: Paula Arrigoni, Liz Takamoro, Doris Boyd, David Boyd, Jo Ann Weibe.
Motion made by Bonnie Prato. seconded by Diana Moreland to approve the minutes from the meeting on September 13,2003 as printed. Motion carried.
Correspondence: Letter from the Contra Costa County Kennel Club was read re: Meet the Breeds Day on Saturday, January 4,2004, followed by a BlOB March on Sunday, January 5.
Membership Roster: Will be enclosed with the minutes. Please let the secretary know of any changes during the year.
Treasurer's Report: Balance on hand $20.278.57. $1125 received from dues. All members except one have renewed their membership.
OLD BUSINESS:
2004 Group Shows: Len Reppond reported, Sally Vilas is judging this weekend. Shows have been approved. Premium List is at MB-F now. Carol Elliott is still accepting donations up to December 24. 2003, to be listed in catalog. Pauline Vieira has sent our information on advertising in the catalog - deadline December 26, 2003. Jo Ann Mittleman will have the Rescue Breeders and Contacts in the catalog. Diana Moreland and Carolyn Marcus will sell the catalogs. Bonnie Prato and Liz Takamoro will serve the judges and stewards luncheons and hospitality bore days. Bonnie will also do the coffee on Friday. John Bernard is in charge of the grounds. Chief Ring Stewards: Sandi Olsen and Paullet DeLong. Obedience on Saturday only. ANYONE ABLE TO HELP AT THE SHOWS, PLEASE CONTACT SALLY VILAS. If you are showing, you can still volunteer at other times.
2004 Match: March will be held on July 17,2004, at Cal State Hayward. Jo Ann Mittleman will be the chairperson, Len Reppond, Secretary.
NEW BUSINESS:
Meeting schedule for 2004-5: January 24, Holiday Luncheon, Gift Exchange, and Awards. Award Requests are enclosed. Location has not been confirmed. Sandi Olsen is in charge.
February 15, ar the Santa Clara Show site.
March 21 is a possible date with a speaker/presentation.
Toy Judges for the 2005 Show: Suggestions given: Richard Bauer, Bill Taylor, Fred Sabella, Vicki Abbott. Joy Joly, Terri Lyddon, Connie Clapp, James Reynolds, Jackie Stacy, Everett Dean, Margaret Reed.
Meeting was adjourned at 1:35 pm, followed by an excellent program on The ABC's of Ring Stewarding, presented by Sandi Olsen and Paullet DeLong.

Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Marcus, Secretary
NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS MOURN THE DEATH OF B.J. MILLER B. J. WAS A LONG-TIME MEMBER OF NCTDF AND A MAINSTAY IN HIS BELOVED ENGLISH TOY SPANIELS. HIS GREAT LOVE OF TOY DOGS AND PRESENCE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS Minutes, General Meeting; September 13, 2003
Sir Francis Drake Kennel Show, San Rafael, CA

President Lee Greever called the meeting to order at 12:05 PM.

The President thanked the old and new board members for their services, and thanked the members for attending the meeting.

Members present: Lee Greever, Kim Murphy, Sandi Olsen, Sally Vilas, Len Reppond, Carol Elliott, Carolyn Marcus, Lore Wolff, Florence Males, Dixie McCulloch, Carolyn .. Souza, Bonnie Prato and Sally Poole. Guests: Charlotte Fielder and Liz Takamoto

Minutes from the General Meeting on July 6, 2003, were read. Correction: Ad will be placed in the AKC Eukanuba Show, not the AKC Eureka Show, as printed. Minutes were approved as corrected.

Treasurer's Report: No report, Dale Martin was not present. President did report that 46 members have renewed their membership, down 1 from last year.

Old Business: 2004 Group Show Update: Sandi Olsen will be Chief Steward on Friday; Paullet DeLong on Saturday. Friday judges will be: Gilbert Kahn, Joan Scott and Kathy Sawyer. Saturday judges: Michael Heflin, Joan Scott, Kathy Sawyer, Kathy Beliew, Joanne Nash, Cathy Dutra (OB). The Premium List goes in October 1 st. Carol Elliott reports that she has received $830. for the Trophy Fund. She has nearly all of the trophies for the two days. She also passed out an inventory sheet of trophies on hand.
2004 Match Update: Need a chairman. Len Reppond volunteered to be the Secretary. Sally made a motion to have the match at the Cal State, Richmond. Seconded by Kim. Motion carried. Date: July 17,2004.

New Business: Meeting dates for 2003-2004.
Next meeting was originally set for November 2, but due to conflict in scheduling it has been changed to November 9.
Saturday, January 24, 2004, Holiday Luncheon and Annual Awards (All new champions from June 1,2002, through December 1, 2003.
February 15, 2004 at the Group Shows, Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
March 21, 2004, time and place to be announced.
April 11, 2004, Sacramento Cal Expo.
May/June 2004 Contra Costa County Kennel Club place and exact date to be announced.

Membership application from Charlotte Fielder was read. The board approved the application on September 9,2003.

Next Meeting: November 9, 2003

Meeting adjourned at 12:46 PM. Respectfully submitted, Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers
Minutes, General Meeting, May 17, 2003, Dixon CA

Meeting was called to order by President Dale Martin at 1:55 pm at the Northwest park in Dixon.

Members present: Bonnie Prato, Diana Moreland, Len Reppond, Dale Martin, Kim Murphy, Jo Anne
Mittelman, Trudie Rossi, Lee Greever, Paullet DeLong, Sandi Olsen, John Bernard, Carolyn Souza, Mary Walsh, Dixie McCulloch, Sally Vilas
Guests: Daniel Mack, Darlene Atkinson, Elaine LaMoure, Rena Covell, Leanne Litts

Motion (Olsen/Prato) to approve minutes of previous meeting (3/22/03) as printed. CARRIED.

Dale explained that Carolyn Marcus not in attendance because of husband Lionel’s schedule of health testing. Sally substituting. No correspondence requiring club action.

Treasurer’s report: Lee reported $19,957.84 remains club balance as there has been no activity since the March meeting; all match income will be deposited after today. The Club year begins on July 1, so dues $25.00 are due by that date. Lee has a form that will be mailed to members with the June meeting notice; he urges everyone to pay on time!

Old Business

2004 Show (February 14, 2004) Sally reported that application has not been filed with AKC but will go in soon. Judges panel will be announced once provisional judge gets AKC permission for new breeds. Clubs wishing to hold Sweepstakes at Toy dog show should contact her by end of June.

New Business

1. 2004 show: should NCTDF hold back-to-back shows on a one-time basis?
Sally explained that she had contacted Santa Clara Valley K.C. with concerns about the need to find space for toy breed clubs to hold specialties on the day preceding the toy show. Looking ahead, if space were available, then NCTDF could try to enlist breed clubs for 2005 specialties. (It takes time for clubs to decide to make such changes.] Surprisingly, Audrey Sutton called to say the SCVKC is moving their Obedience Trial out of the Fiesta Bldg so it would be available for Toy dog uses in 2004. But - there are no specialties ready to move. So, in order to use the building in 2004, should we hold back-to-back shows for that year only? Discussion about costs, need for workers on Friday, set up on Thursday evening, etc. Sally asked permission to have ‘Best Puppy’ special event on one day only; general consensus that if two shows held, Friday best day for Puppy Group, etc. Board of Directors meeting after this general meeting, and will make final decisions.

2. Nominations: Board had appointed the following Nominating Committees Dale Martin, Chairman, Sandi Olsen, Len Reppond, with Kim Murphy & Edwin Ragadio as alternates. The committee met and nominated the following slate for the 2003-2005 term of office:
President Lee Greever
Vice President Bonnie Prato
Secretary Carolyn Marcus
Treasurer Dale Martin
Directors Sandi Olsen, Len Reppond, Sally Vilas
Dale reminded members that nominations from the floor may be made at the June meeting. Election will take place at the July (Annual) meeting, which will be held at Hillcrest Park, Concord

Sally shared a breed referral/rescue referral brochure that the No. Calif Terrier Assoc. distributes at their group show, and wondered whether that is something that NCTDF might do. John Bernard pointed out that such information is available on our web site (www.norcaltoydog.org)

Dale thanked Match Chairman Kim Murphy, Match Secretary Lee Greever, Grounds Chairman John
Bernard, Trophy Creator Diana Moreland, Food Coordinator Bonnie Prato, & Edwin Ragadio, Raffle
Meister. Joanne Mittleman & Bonnie Prato also served as ring stewards.

Meeting adjourned 2:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sally Vilas Substitute Secretary

NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS, INC.
Minutes from the meeting at the Oakland Kennel Club Show, Vallejo, California, Saturday, March 22, 2003.

President Dale Martin called the meeting to order at 12:33 pm.

Minutes from the meeting on February 17, 2003, Santa Clara Show, were approved as printed, with the request from Lee Greever that when a motion is made and seconded, it is stated that the motion was passed or failed.

Members present: Carol Souza. Bonnie Prato, Pauline Vieira, Betty Cabrera, Dixie McCulloch, Sandi Olsen, Sherry Bernard, John Bernard, Carol Elliott, Ed Ragadio, Lee Greever, Sheila Riley, Dale Martin, and Carolyn Marcus. Guest: Joy Bansmer.

Correspondence: Letters were read from Kent Delaney, Ralph Price (M-BF), Connie Wardell of the Papillon Club of Nor Cal Brad Jenkins. and Grace Anderson.

Treasurer’s Report: Balance on hand as of 3/22/03 is $19,959.34. (2003 Show Financial Report on file)

Old Business:

2003 Match on Saturday, May 17 in Dixon.
Lee Greever reported for Kim Murphy (home with 5 new puppies). A raffle chairperson is needed. Please call Kim Murphy if you can do this. Carolyn Marcus will get supplies to you.
Bring tables if you have any — they may be needed for potluck, raffle, etc. Bring a canopy or EZ-up, if you have one. Bring donations for the raffle There will be three rings — two confirmation and one obedience. Cavalier Club and Shih Tzu Club will have matches at the site as well. Trophies for the match are being made by club members Sharon Shevelson and DianeMoreland. Flyers for the match will be mailed to each club member. If you need any for your own breed club members, please contact Kim Murphy. Judges for the Match are: Sandi Olsen, Barbara Quast and Dan Mack. Carolyn Marcus stated that the Paramount Trophy has closed in San Carlos, and requested permission to take the Mytle Klensch Trophy to another company. Everyone present agreed.

2004 Show
Discussion was held on moving to the Pavilion Building at Santa Clara. Advantage: more space inside for set ups. Disadvantages: grooming area is not waterproof, too noisy. Suggested that the area would need to be partitioned off in some way. Size of rings in the small building were good this year. Joan Scott will be one of the judges for 2004.

New Business:

Paulett DeLong has suggested the Club sponsor a Ring Steward training session by the local Ring Steward Association Paulett was not present to give more details, but members present expressed an interest. She will be asked to have more information available to the club.

Carol Elliott told the club that Sally George’s son, Luke, will be having Open Heart Surgery at Stanford on May 15. She requested we remember the family during these difficult times.

Meeting adjourned at 1:05 pm by President Dale Martin.
Respectfully submitted,Carolyn Marcus, Secretary

UPCOMING MEETINGS:
B-OB Match Dixon Saturday, May 17
Contra Costa Kennel Club, Antioch Saturday, June 7
(Nominating Committee will submit the slate and nominations will be taken from the floor)

Minutes, General Meeting, December 7, 2002

Meeting was called to order by President Dale Martin at 1:00 pm at the Basil Leaf Restaurant in Lafayette
Members present: Bonnie Prato, Diana Moreland, Sharon Shevelson, Ned Shevelson, Bonnie Prato, Georgina Miller, John Bernard, Sherry Bernard, Dale Martin, Kim Murphy, Sandi Olsen, Anne Kennedy, Lee Greever, Sally Vilas
Guests:Liz Takamoto, Lorraine Hetherington
Dale thanked Sandi Olsen for making the arrangements for this holiday gathering; lovely & quiet room Motion [Prato/Murphy] to approve minutes of August 25 meeting as printed. CARRIED.
Correspondence:
1. Richmond Dog Club letter offering space for ‘Meet the Breed’ event on 8/2/03
2. Brochure about ‘Lap Dog Therapy’.
Treasurer report: Lee Greever reported balance on hand $16,440.61
Meeting recessed to enjoy delicious luncheon, then reconvened.
Committee reports:
1. NCTDF Website - John Bernard reported that he always welcomes material for the site. He still needs the club history; Dale mentioned that he thought Len Reppond had completed that and would be forwarding it
2. 2003 Show - Sally distributed premium lists. Reminded everyone that advertising deadline is Dec. 28 to Pauline Vieira; JoAnne Mittelman has mailed out flyers and reminders! Show committee will probably meet in January to work on final details, especially for grounds/set-up.
3. Logo - Lee was pleased that artwork for logo is on premium list and reproducing well in print. The committee is continuing to work with the artist and the graphics person to complete the logo. If it is to be used on medallions, a smaller, simpler version of the artwork will be necessary. Lee has been in touch with SRE medallion company which has sent some preliminary color workup.
Old Business:
Membership application from Edwin Ragadio was read for the second time; the Board of Directors recommends this application to the membership.
Written vote result: Edwin Ragadio is newest member of NCTDF.
New Business:
1. 2003 B-OB Match - Kim Murphy has agreed to chair this annual event again. Board has set date of
Saturday, May 17, in Dixon if grounds are available. Kim asked for suggestions for Match judges
2. 2003 Meetings: Dale announced that the Board of Directors has established the following schedule:
January 19 (Sunday) @ Pleasanton Library - Dr. Sara Skiwski will speak on ‘Alternative Medicine, Accupuncture, Oriental Medicine’
February 17 (Monday) @ Santa Clara Valley K.C.. San Jose
March 22 (Saturday) @ Oakland K.C. - Vallejo
May 17 (Saturday) @ annual B-OB match, Dixon?
June 7 (Saturday) @ Contra Costa K.C. - Antioch (nominations from floor for annual election)
Meeting adjourned 2:20 pm [Followed by gift exchange]
Respectfully submitted, Sally Vilas

Minutes, General Meeting, September 14, 2002

Meeting was called to order by Vice-President Bonnie Prato at 12:10 pm at the Marin County Civic Center, site of Sir Francis Drake K.C. show.

Members present: Bonnie Prato, Carolyn Souza, Mary Walsh, Dixie McCulloch, Sally Vilas, Paullette DeLong, Marianne Klinkowski, Carol Elliott, Lee Greever, Danielle Roberts, Sandi Olsen
Guests: Judy Stahl, Liz Takamoto, Debbie Hutchison, Tom Hutchison, Tami Meyers

Motion [Greever, Souza] to approve minutes of August 25 meeting as printed. CARRIED.
Correspondence: Sally circulated a letter & brochure from the Canine Rehabilitation Center, now available in Walnut Creek.Treasurer’s report: Lee Greever (on file)

Committee Reports:
2003Show: Sally Vilas reported that AKC has approved the show, the judges panel and the Sweepstakes for the Cavalier, Pug & Shih Tzu. She also announced that the rings will be used in the evening for the following events: Shih Tzu specialty, Chihuahua specialty, Papillon ‘A’ match. (Despite urging Santa Clara Valley K.C. to allow free evening use of rings, these clubs are being charged ring rent on top of NCTDF rental of the building for the day.) Premium list copy will go to MB-F by the end of the month.
Carol Elliott reported that a total of $625 has been donated for trophies (along with request for some non-regular obedience classes)
Logo: Lee Greever showed the artwork and possible print for the club’s logo. The sample is in pencil; the final will be in ink. And, it is planned that there will be a smaller, perhaps simplified, version for use as a medallion if the club so decides. Motion [Greever/Elliott] that the membership approve this draft as the Club’s official logo, with the committee having authority to approve final details. CARRIED (Vilas abstained after voicing concern about artwork being too detailed and less effective.) Committee: Lee Greever, Carol Elliott, Sherry Bernard, John Bernard, ex officio

December 7 (Holiday meeting: Sandi Olsen has contacted 3 possible restaurants for a 1:00 pm luncheon. Sites in Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Oakland. Details to follow. Save the date!

New Business:
Membership application from Edwin Ragadio was read for the first time; will be voted upon at next meeting.

Announcement: Sunday, January 19 - Dr. Sara Skiwski will speak about ‘Alternative Medicine
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine’ at a joint presentation for NCTDF and BACKCSC. possible location:Pleasanton Library.

Meeting adjourned about 1:00 pm

Minutes General Meeting, August 25, 2002

The meeting was called to order at 3:55 p.m. by President Dale Martin at the Pleasanton Library following a presentation by Sandi Olsen on Structure and Movement. Sandi was assisted by Kim Brinker with Italian Greyhounds, Edwin Ragadio with a Pug and Dale Martin with a Cavalier.
Members present: Ann Kennedy, Dale Martin, Sandi Olsen, Bonnie Prato, Ned Shevelson, Sharon
Shevelson, Sally Vilas
Guests present: Edwin Ragadio, Gina Day, Liz Takamoto
There was concern expressed as to whether a quorum was present; information regarding the actual number of members following dues renewal period is not available at this meeting. Decided to continue meeting. Secretary Carolyn Marcus unable to attend; Sally Vilas substituting.
Motion [Prato/N.Shevelson] to approve minutes of July 2002 meeting as printed. CARRIED.
Correspondence:
AKC #1 Rules changes regarding challenge trophies at Specialty club shows
#2 Rules change requiring breed standard be printed in national specialty show catalogs
#3 Reminder that trophy descriptions in premium lists must be specific and accurately described.
#4 Two letters regarding AKC banners at shows: Supt must provide/display or be fined $300
K-9 Connections is new publication listing dog events [replaces out of business Campaign Trail]
Motion Dynamics info about “An Introduction to Freestyle Obedience” workshop
Treasurer: Lee Greever reported from out of town that there has been very little financial activity.
Committee reports:
1. Logo: Lee send word that the basic design is in place and the committee is just ‘fine tuning’
2. 2003 Show
Sally reported that all applications have gone to AKC.
The Cavaliers, Pugs & Shih Tzu will again have Sweepstakes as part of our show.
Evening specialties are scheduled after our show for Shih Tzu & Chihuahuas; Papillons may hold an ‘A’ Match - or Italian Greyhound club may hold ‘B’ match.
Carol Elliott collecting Trophy donations; Paullet DeLong still gathering list of supported entry clubs.
Bonnie Prato volunteered to be Obedience Chairman (unless an Obedience person comes along)
Pauline Vieira & JoAnne Mittelman will be collecting catalog ads; JoAnne working on contact database
New Business future meetings
Discussion about need to hold meeting in September IF the logo committee will have the final design ready for member approval. [Facing deadlines for use on premium list for 2003 show] Decision: to hold meeting on Sunday, Sept 15 at Sir Francis Drake IF LOGO READY.
Decision #2 - to hold a holiday luncheon get-together on Saturday, December 7. Sandi Olsen volunteered to coordinate this event.Adjourned 4:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Sally Vilas, Substitute Secretary

NOR-CAL TOY DOG FANCIERS Minutes, General Meeting, Saturday, April 27, 2002
President Dale Martin called the meeting to order at 3 pm at the Match in Dixon, Ca.
Minutes from the February 24, 2002, meeting were approved as printed. Motion made by Bonnie Prato, seconded by Danielle Roberts.
Guests were introduced: Gina Day, Larkspur; Tammi Myers, Dixon; Melinda Bullene, Vacaville.
Members Present: John Bernard, Paullet DeLong, Danielle Roberts, Trudie Rossi, Carolyn Marcus, Bonnie Prato, Sally Vilas, Kim Murphy, Donnelle Richards, Camille Bakker, Dale Martin, Lore Wolff, Lee Greever, Carol Elliott.
Correspondence: Eureka Kennel Club is now known as Lost Coast Kennel Club ofCalifornia. Tropical Toy Dog Fanciers of Hawaii announce their 1st Licensed Specialty Show/Trial on June 2, 2002. Letters on file.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance on hand (On file)
Old Business:
Lee Greever announced the logo is in progress. The committee is having discussions with the artist.
Upcoming meetings were announced again: Saturday, June 8— Contra Costa CountyKennel Club in Antioch — the last business meeting of the year.
Sunday, July 7 — 1st Annual Meeting of the New Year for the club at Hillcrest Park in Concord. Cheryl Braswell will give a presentation on the Poodle breed.
Sunday, August 5 — 2nd Meeting of the New Year at Happiness Valley Kennel in Sunol. Sandi Olsen will give a presentation on Structure and Movement.
Be sure to send your awards forms (enclosed in last minutes) to Georgina Miller. The awards cover the period of June 1, 2000 to July 1, 2002.
Sally Vilas gave an update on the 2003 Show. Judges panel: Ken McDermott, Brad Jenkins, Mary Lou Porlick and Stephanie Gomez.
New Business:
Thanks were given to the B-OB Match Committee: Chair, Kim Murphy; Secretary,Lee Greever; Trophies & Raffle: Carol Elliot and Carolyn Marcus; Potluck, Trudi Rossi,Grounds, John Bernard. Carolyn reported $255.00 from the Raffle.
Also thanks to the Northern California Pug Club, Bay Area Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, Golden Gate Shih Tsu Fanciers for holding matches in conjunction with the Toy Match.
There was no application for membership to be read or voted on.
Sally Vilas reported on tablecloths for the Show. Standard size would give only 12 inches on each side. Custom made, to drop to the floor, would cost $38.85. Cloths with skirts would run $103.00. Lee made the motion to have Sally order six (6) cloths — to reach the floor — in blue with magenta accessories. Danielle Roberts seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Donnelle Richards announced the Gavilan Show would have Obedience on Friday, All Breeds on Saturday and Sunday.
Notice for dues for 2002-2003 will be enclosed with the minutes. President Dale Martin adjourned the meeting at 3:30 pm (before we all blew away). Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Marcus,
Secretar

Respectfully submitted,
Sally Vilas, Substitute SecretaryFollowed by a ‘Share your Experiences’ Question & Answer game mc’d by President Dale Martin. Door prize, a copy of the new book A Breed Apart was won by guest Carolyn Souza.