Meeting Minutes

Monday, February 27, 2023

Minutes
The February 20, 2023 minutes were presented and accepted as written by motion.

Treasurer’s Report
The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion and second to pay the bills. Motion carried.  

Old Business

1. Car Show Updates
   • Flyers for the show were reviewed and finalized so that they can be printed and distributed.
   • Car Show costs were reviewed.
   • Booths to additional vendors have been sold.
2. Sponsorships sold to date were reviewed.

New Business

1. Rick Huber will sit on the Hall of Fame Nominating/Induction Committee.
2. Purse payout schedule is being reviewed and will be tabled for further discussion.

Next Meeting
The next Executive Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 6, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Clarion.

Meeting Adjournment
Motion and second to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.

Meeting Minutes

Monday, February 20, 2023

Minutes
The January 30, 2023 minutes were presented and accepted as written by motion.

Treasurer’s Report
The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. A motion and second to approve bills. Motion carried.

Old Business

1. Car Show Updates
   • Discussion was held with regard to booth sales to see how many have been sold and how many are yet available.

New Business

1. Aden Clark attended the meeting to let the board know that he will do tech duties for the 2023 race season. He had a request to perform the tech duties on the infield. The board agreed to this request. Aden will also be in charge of track prep. He would like to see some cars on the track prior to practice day to see how the track responds. Once he sees how the track shapes up, he will have a better idea of track prep planning.
2. The board was updated with race night sponsorships that have been sold.
3. A request was received from Magic City Figure Skating Club for a donation for their fundraiser. A basket of Nodak merchandise and tickets will be given for their silent auction.
4. Chris presented pricing for a 2350 gallon tank for the new water truck. Motion and second to purchase the tank. Motion carried. There is interest in the big wheels truck and interested parties will be contacted.
5. Discussion held to combine the treasurer/secretary positions and adding an additional board member. The by laws will need to be reviewed and amended then presented to the general meeting.
6. The Minot Fireworks Association requested an additional 250 VIP tickets for the July 4^th show to give out. As sponsorship packages are sold, additional tickets will be given as needed.
7. Nightly sponsors also get an ad in the yearbook.
8. NDSF contract has been signed.
9. Contact for the Legends is interested in running races this year. The two dates available are June 25th and August 20th.

Next Meeting
The next Executive Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 27, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Clarion.

Meeting Adjournment
Motion and second to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.

Meeting Minutes

Monday, February 6, 2023

Minutes
The January 30, 2023 minutes were presented and accepted as written by motion.

Treasurer’s Report
The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. There were no bills to approve.

Old Business
None.

New Business

1. Cory Long of the Minot Fireworks Association attended the meeting to present a sponsorship guide that they will be using to raise money for the annual July 4^th He is reaching out to the Minot Air Force Base to arrange a fly over during the show. The club has donated $2500 towards this year’s show. They are also working on fundraisers to enlist the donations from the community. City and county law enforcement will be contacted to assist with traffic control after the show. Motion and second to allow the use of MFA VIP View Area tickets for grandstand seating. Motion carried.
2. Aden Clark has let the club know that he will do track prep and tech duties for the 2023 season. Aden was unable to attend this evening’s meeting but will attend the next scheduled meeting.
3. The board was updated on sponsorships received to date.
4. Power Wheels will be run on Sunday, May 21^st.
5. The water tank on big wheels needs to be replaced. Pricing will be obtained.
6. Old scale will be offered to Underwood for $1500.
7. NDSF was presented with a bid for dirt removal for the two events scheduled. Craig Rudland of NDSF will get additional bids to compare with what the club presented.
8. The Cub Scout Camp Days will be held July 11-14. Their theme is “Off to the Races” and would like to have a race car provided for the scouts to see up close. Scott Joern offered one of his cars.
9. The awards banquet will be scheduled for Saturday, October 21, 2023 and the general meeting will be held Sunday, October 22, 2023.
10. The club was contacted regarding a benefit being held for a couple that was in an auto accident. The board will donate four nightly tickets.
11. Scott updated the board with the cost of printing tickets to be given away to the local schools. The hope is to attract more spectators.

Next Meeting
The next Executive Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Clarion.

Meeting Adjournment
Motion and second to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.

Meeting Minutes

Monday, January 30, 2023

Minutes
The January 23, 2023 minutes were presented and accepted as written by motion.

Treasurer’s Report
The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. There were no bills to approve.

Old Business
None.

New Business

1. Brock Beeter, Taylor Picard and Lance Johnson attended the meeting to present quotes for the dirt work that will need to be done at the state fair break. These quotes will also include the work around the wall.
2. Justin, Kelly and Colleen will attend the Dakota Cruisers meeting on February 1^st to keep the club updated on the car show plans.
3. Justin contacted Enerbase to prepay fuel for the 2023 race season. Motion and second to purchase 2000 gallons of fuel at $3.65/gallon plus applicable tax. Motion carried.
4. Wristbands will be ordered for the 2023 season. The idea of selling a sponsorship to include a company logo on the wristbands was discussed. Lance Johnson was interested and will be the sponsor this year.
5. The board was updated on the nightly sponsorships that have been sold or are in process of being sold.
6. The board was copied on a letter that IMCA sent regarding an incident at the Winter Nationals at Cocopah Speedway on January 14, 2023. A 30 day suspension and loss of 2023 season points was levied against the driver.

Next Meeting
The next Executive Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 6, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Clarion.

Meeting Adjournment
Motion and second to adjourn meeting. Motion carried.