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MEETING MINUTES 5/26/2026

by | Jun 14, 2026 | Meeting Minutes

Present: Rick Huber, Chris Tuchscherer, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Wayne Johnson, and Drew Christianson. Meeting called to order at 7:00pm.

Not Present: Robby Rosselli

Minutes: The May 12, 2026 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. Voice vote. All in favor. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. 

Guests: Lonn Satran, Kyler Satran, Terri Huber, Jordan Huber, Racelyn Rudland, Bruce Rudland, Steve Pierce, Tom Henderson, Kadi Ruby, Justin Medler, Jen Rivinius, Beau Simmons

  1. Steve Pierce discussed complaints received over Official’s calls (possum).  
  2. Lonn/Kyler discussed jumping, dust, flagging, late calls, and late cautions.
  3. Tom Henderson asked that someone be dedicated to watering the pits. 
  4. Beau Simmons asked about solutions for the radio issues. 
  5. Bruce Rudland wants to be Race Director again.
  6. Justin Medler wants to come back and do track prep, and is willing to sign a contract. 
  7. Discussion occurred about 12 cars in a heat race. 

Reports from Standing Committees:

  1. Hall of Fame (Kadi Ruby) –
    • HOF Wall (no plaques) has been installed under the Grandstand. Ribbon cutting will be scheduled for HOF Night during Motor Magic. 
    • Yearbook design is still occurring. 
    • Stu Kragh was asked to make a banner for the wall. Motion with second to pay for this banner. Voice Vote. All in favor. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. Kadi will arrange with Stu.

Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. Voice vote. All in favor. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. 

Race Weekend Recap (5/24 & 5/25):

  1. P&L’s were reviewed. Attendance numbers were reviewed. 

Unfinished Business:  

  1. WoO Sprints (May 31, 2026): 
    • Two boom wreckers needed. 7-8 Push Trucks needed. Volunteers discussed.
    • Stock Cars: national & state points. Will do Draw/Redraw.
    • 50/50: SLS gets 25% of 50/50 raffle. Will do Pit 50/50 Raffle as well. 
    • Dave Rivinius will tech the Stock Cars during the event. 
  2. Randy Fyllesvold Memorial Race (June 14, 2026): Will do Draw/Redraw
  3. WoO Late Models (June 28, 2026): Will do Draw/Redraw
  4. Miscellaneous:
    • Membership Approvals:
      1. There are approx. 15 missing memberships from Opening Night. 
      2. Motion with second to approve volunteers (Cassie Johnson, Derek Kabunuk, Lane Hanna, Rich Hynson) who applied for new memberships. Voice Vote. All in favor. Floor carries the vote. 
      3. Chris will meet with his Membership Committee to review needed membership approvals. Holly will provide him with a list of names. 
    • Radios/Headsets:
      1. Unanimous agreement occurred via text on 5/13/2026 to purchase new radios and headsets. 
      2. There will be 24 radios delivered on Friday due to the squelch being set wrong.
    • Track Equipment: DTF Tractor – Lonn will take it during fair break for service. 
    • Standing Committees:
      1. Executive: Rick (Chair)
      2. Finance: Kelly (Chair)
      3. Governance (Bylaws/Articles of Incorporation): Holly (Chair)
      4. Membership: Chris (Chair), Rob Stenvold, Lonn Satran, Dave Forthun, Steven Pfeifer
      5. Audit: Kelly (Chair)
      6. Fundraising: Board
    • Volunteers:
      1. Pit gate attendant for WoO Sprints – need to have someone there dedicated who is able to police arm bands. Holly will do this.
      2. Fireworks Volunteers – Start announcing at pit meetings. 
      3. Concert Volunteers – 6 people signed up. Need 20 for each night.

New Business:

  1. Discussion occurred on what course of action we should take regarding Facebook posts about Nodak. No action at this time. 
  2. Fair Issues: Bard contacted by NDSF that the lights were left on and that we should be doing bag checks for beer.
  3. Advertising on MPF Receipts – majority said no to this. Holly will respond to email.
  4. Light Plants (5-6) needed for 5/31. Holly will arrange with Robert Hellebust. 
  5. Collapse pavement pit fence at 6pm on Thursday night 5/28. 

Executive Session:

Motion with second to enter into executive session to discuss Justin Medler and Bruce Rudland with Tom Henderson being invited to stay. Voice Vote. All in favor. Executive Session started at 9:32pm. 

Motion with second to end the Executive Session at 10:23pm. All in favor. Motion carried. 

Next Meeting: The next board meeting is Tuesday, June 2nd following work night at the track starting at 6:00pm. 

Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote. All in favor. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:30pm.

MEETING MINTUES 5/12/2026

by | Jun 14, 2026 | Meeting Minutes

Present: Rick Huber, Chris Tuchscherer, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Robby Rosselli, and Wayne Johnson. Meeting called to order at 7:03pm.

Not Present: Drew Christianson

Guests: Chad Twogood, Travis Boser, Sharol Matejovic, Will Matejovic, Caden Appelt, Mark Appelt, Brian Brown, Tom Henderson

  1. Sharol Matejovic inquired about membership renewal. 
  2. Chad Twogood here to renew his membership. 
  3. Caden Appelt came to discuss calls and restarts.  

Minutes: The April 28, 2026 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. Voice vote. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. 

Reports from Standing Committees:

  1. Hall of Fame (Kadi Ruby) –
    • HOF Wall install scheduled for 5/18/2026. Proofing the plaques is occurring with a group of members. 21 plaques still need photos and 63 ready to be printed pending proofing. Motion with second to approve the request to purchase the first round of plaques for the HOF Wall. Voice Vote. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. 
    • Yearbook design continues. 
    • Info on announcing the 2026 nominees coming soon.

Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. Voice vote. All in favor. The floor carries the vote. Motion carried. 

Race Weekend Recap (5/4 & 5/10):

  1. P&L’s for Practice 4/26/2026, NOSA/Opening Night 5/3/2026, & Mother’s Day 5/10/2026 were presented. 
  2. Attendance Record was shared with a 2025 comparison. 
  3. DarnTV netted more revenue for 5/10/2026 than the same night in 2025 (5/11/2026). 
  4. Wayne will give drivers a reminder at the next pit meeting about exiting cars under red. 
  5. Discussion occurred on how to get the show finished quicker. 

Unfinished Business:  

  1. WoO Sprints (May 31, 2026): Trophies discussed. SLS has workers for the pit trailer that night. Contract says we need to provide 7-8 push trucks. 
  2. WoO Late Models (June 28, 2026): Pit Feed from 2-4pm. Food is being donated and Bravera will serve the food again. 
  3. Miscellaneous:
    • Membership Approvals: Motion with second to table membership approvals. Discussion occurred. Brian Brown recommended a standing membership committee to review these names and give recommendations on approval or denial. Voice Vote. All in favor. Motion carried. 
    • Motion with second to appoint Chris Tuchscherer to Chair the Membership Committee. Voice Vote. All in favor. Motion carried. Chris will ask people to be on this committee and bring it to the entire Board for approval and appointing. 
    • Radios are not working well. Chris will contact Sue at American Electronics to discuss. 
    • Track Equipment: Sheeps Foot needs to be repaired. New Big Wheels needs a tank and parts.

New Business:

  1. Board members using season passes was discussed. If you’re racing for a paycheck, as a Board member you cannot use a season pass punch.
  2. FUGGS/VFW Club Benefit Silent Auction Request. Holly will arrange.

Next Meeting: The next board meeting is Tuesday, May 26th at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites. 

Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote. All in favor. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:29pm.