Present: Rick Huber, Chris Tuchscherer, Holly Johnson, Wayne Johnson, Robby Rosselli, and Drew Christianson. Meeting called to order at 7:03pm.
Not Present: Kelly Duchsherer
Minutes: The July 14, 2026 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. Motion carried by voice vote.
Guests: Chris Anderson, one other guest (name redacted upon request)
Came to discuss Minotauros rib cookoff fundraiser coming up on Saturday, August 29th at Maysa Arena parking lot starting at 8am. We should be able to find someone to cook.
Reports from Standing Committees:
Hall of Fame (Kadi Ruby) –
Quotes for HOF Jackets, trophies, cards, and class banner. Unanimous approval to purchase items.
Meet & Greet receipts gathered. Will turn into Treasurer for reimbursement.
50/50 Raffle hosted by Synchro Team on 8/9/2026, and received all profits.
Will have 50/50 Raffle during WOO Sprints.
2026 Class Tshirt designed and will put on Bonfire for on-demand printing.
Hall of Fame Night on Saturday during Motor Magic.
#fastoutchallenge will be on Motor Magic Saturday night.
Membership (Chris) – Teri McDaniels remains under further investigation and consideration. She has not returned phone calls from Chris.
Governance/Bylaws (Holly) – still forming committee, hoping to meet by end of August and then hit it hard in September with meetings with the goal to have it ready to release around October 1st for the General Meeting on 10/25.
Race Weekend Recap (8/9):
Discussed that advertising was poor.
The car count was down compared to last year.
Estimated we lost approx. $18K. P&Ls from 2025 for All-Star of August were referenced for car counts and profit/loss.
Other track formats were discussed.
The track surface was excellent.
Pitcrew going out on the track in front of the stock cars for the feature was discussed. Guest asked why we make exceptions on handing down fines.
1 and Done in the Heats did not occur for the first few heat races. Race Director informed a board member that they were asked to leave the track and did not, thus resulting in disqualification.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. Motion carried by voice vote.
Unfinished Business:
All-Stars of August (August 9 & 16, 2026): need to do more advertising to push/promote the show.
WoO Sprints (August 30, 2026)
Pit Trailer – ask Kelly who will need to be working, 4pm for Stock Car driver check in
Trophy vinyl will be remade for the top of the trophies.
Miscellaneous:
Outstanding sponsorships were reviewed.
New Business:
#fastoutchallenge – going to occur during Fan Zone for slingshots. Practice this coming weekend with the trophy competition during Motor Magic.
Unpaid/Outstanding Fines – reported that (name redacted)’s fine was paid at the beginning of the 2026 season.
Awards Banquet (October 25, 2026) –
Food options discussed.
Tickets: $30 adult, $10 kids, volunteers get in free, board + 1 for free, paid employees do not get in free. Consider selling tickets online. Holly suggested using MyRacePass.
Silent Auction items and ideas discussed.
Volunteer Giftcards discussed.
Looking into some kind of Entertainment.
Ask about having Kids Zone again.
Season Awards – champions, runner up. Work on special awards at next meeting.
Motor Magic (September 4-6, 2026) –
Same purse as last year, line up straight up, pill redraw $10 up to 2 times,
HOF Night Saturday night, Fedyk Night on Saturday as well
Tentative 2027 Season Schedule
Will ask Todd/NOSA about coming opening night again
WOO Sprints may take a night in May or June
2nd Annual Randy Fyllesvold Memorial is wanted again
75th Anniversary Celebration has not been scheduled yet – discussed having during double header, Motor Magic, or even Championship Night
Kids Tickets – extra tickets from parade can be given to Chris (for Minotauros too) and then handed out in the grandstand on Sunday
Cornhole for a Cure at Motor Magic on Saturday flyer was shared, $80/team. NDSF asked us to put together a team or two.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting is Tuesday, August 18th at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 9:11pm.
Present: Rick Huber, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Wayne Johnson, Robby Rosselli, and Drew Christianson. Meeting called to order at 7:09pm.
Not Present: Chris Tuchscherer
Minutes: The June 9, 2026 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. Motion carried by voice vote.
Guests: Lonn Satran, Kyler Satran
Reports from Standing Committees:
Hall of Fame (Kadi Ruby) – Yearbooks were purchased. Nominee bios are being finalized for posting and fan vote will start soon.
Membership (Chris) – Discussed recommendations from committee members on memberships to approve. Motion with second made to:
Refer for further investigation and consideration: Angela Dean, Teri McDaniels, & Kia Vang;
Deny Nicol Hanna and Nicholas Baumgartner’s memberships due to nonpayment; and,
Approve the following memberships: Derek Haman, Clint Patterson, Colby Patterson, Scott Zurcher, Aric Arends, Troy Haxton, Trenton Erven, Cory Williams, Bennett Castleman, Birk Castleman, Brent Castleman, JR Herrera, & Payce Herrera.
Motion carried by voice vote.
11 missing memberships – Motion with second to approve missing membership #s: 142, 143, 144, 146, 147, 149, 156, 157, 158, 162, 163, 165, 168, & 170. Motion carried by voice vote.
Governance (Holly) – Brian Brown has agreed to be on the committee.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. Motion carried by voice vote.
Race Weekend Recap (6/14, 6/21, 6/28):
P&Ls for 6/14, 6/21, and 6/28 were provided and reviewed.
Many compliments on the Dunk Tank, DJ, and Pork Feed/food on 6/28.
Discussed the need to have more doors open for exiting during large events, and also need to make sure the Fairground exits (north gate) is open more in advance.
Unfinished Business:
Dakota Classic Modified Tour (July 5, 2026): Identified tech inspector, pit steward, and volunteer for Smoker’s Gate. Tickets are $20/$18/$10, and will not be sold at Enerbase. Tshirts were ordered.
WoO Sprints (August 30, 2026): Butler Cornhole tournament will occur during Sprints.
Miscellaneous:
Options were discussed about alternatives to making up the rainout WOO Late Model Modified Feature. Motion with second to pay all 25 modifieds last place pay of $130. Motion carried by voice vote.
Volunteers Needed for the following: 4th of July fireworks set up at 10am, Track tear down after DCMT, and NDSF Concert Volunteering: need 20 volunteers for 7/19 & 7/23 (9 signed up on Sunday, 6 signed up on Thursday).
New Business:
State Fair Parade: Holly will take the lead.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting is Tuesday, July 14th at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 09:31pm.
Present: Rick Huber, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Wayne Johnson, and Drew Christianson. Meeting called to order at 7:01pm. Chris Tuchscherer arrived at 7:05pm.
Not Present: Robby Rosselli
Minutes: The June 30, 2026 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. Motion carried by voice vote.
Guests: Lonn Satran, Brian Brown, Tiffany Aho, Steve Pierce, Becky Medler
Tractor is back at Dakota Truck & Farm for service during the Fair Break.
Steve came to ask about holding or canceling practice on August 2nd. Discussion occurred. Motion with second to cancel practice scheduled for August 2nd. Motion carried by voice vote.
Brian Brown explained quorum for committee meetings, and that there needs to be a bylaw with differing levels (example: Associate, Sponsor, Full) of memberships offered. The Membership Committee should discuss requirements for being a member and bring levels to the Board, then the Governance Committee would draft language for inclusion in bylaws.
Reports from Standing Committees:
Hall of Fame (Kadi Ruby) – no update provided by Chair; however, voting for 2026 Hall of Fame inductees has opened on Facebook.
Membership (Chris) – Discussed recommendations from committee members on memberships to approve. Motion with second to keep Teri McDaniels under further investigation and consideration, and to approve the following memberships: Angela Dean, Kia Vang, Jacobus H Pieters, Marchell Van Niekerk, Kaci Eklund, Bernardino Munoz, Austin Dubois, Amanda Greenough, Shaylee Litness, William Van Hook, Landen Mikkelson, Marie Rogers, Quincy Rogers, Zach Hughbanks, Justin Mace, Marshall Peterson, Troy Bertsch, Kristi Bertsch, Alan Bertsch, Andrew Bertsch, Trent Flaten, Randy Christianson, Barb Knutson, Nathan Medler, Sandy Tomlinson, Josh Undlin, Xavier Burleson, Dusty Mayer, Christy McNeil, Jen Wagner, Tad Wagner, Colin Severance, Madden Severance, Leinie Bertsch, Kinlee Coffin, Joby Miller, & Britana Giroux. Motion carried by voice vote.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. Motion carried by voice vote.
Race Weekend Recap (7/4, 7/5):
P&Ls for 7/4 & 7/5 were provided and reviewed.
Updated P&L for 6/28 was provided and reviewed.
Unfinished Business:
Miscellaneous:
State Fair Parade Update – details discussed for event.
NDSF Concert Volunteering: need 20 volunteers for 7/19 & 7/23
New Business:
Question: What is considered a full show and/or what is our rainout policy? Discussion occurred.
#9 fence panel for the front stretch wall needs to be welded/repaired.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting is Tuesday, July 28th at 6:00pm at the racetrack following the front wall reassembly.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 8:13pm.
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