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MEETING MINUTES 1/6/2026

by | Jan 18, 2026 | Meeting Minutes | 0 comments

Present: Rick Huber, Chris Tuchscherer, Holly Johnson, Wayne Johnson, Robby Rosselli, and Drew Christianson. Meeting called to order at 7:01pm. 

Not Present: Kelly Duchsherer (arrived at 8:56pm)

Guests: Kadi Ruby, Ron Huettl, Bonnie Joern, Scott Joern, Terri Huber, Jordan Huber, Becky Medler, Jodi Walker, Julien Walker, Rich Hynson, Cory (Minot Fireworks Association), Jeremiah (MumPyro)

  1. Rich Hynson – 4 people in the fire truck are needed minimum each night. Bigger shows require more.
  2. Jeremiah (MumPyro) & Cory (Minot Fireworks Association) – need help the day of the set up for the 4th of July Fireworks Show (at least 10 people, preferably over 18 years old). Both discussed logistics and details about the show they put on in Minot.

Minutes: The December 16, 2025 meeting minutes were presented and motioned to accept as written by Chris Tuchscherer, seconded by Wayne Johnson. All in favor. Motion carried. 

Reports from Standing Committees:

  1. Hall of Fame –
    • 2026 yearbook design being worked on. 
    • Plaque design for the wall being worked on. The Board unanimously agreed to allow for individually sponsored plaques. Will plan a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce. 

Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion by Wayne Johnson, second by Chris Tuchscherer to approve/pay the bills. All in favor. Motion carried. 

Unfinished Business:  

  1. 2026 Race Schedule:
    • DCMT schedule was discussed.
    • Tickets for WOO Late Models were discussed. 
  2. Sponsors: Sponsors for 2026 were discussed and the worksheet was updated in the Google Drive.
  3. Magic City Car & Trade Show (March 28-29th, 2026):
    • Raffle Car bill was received. Raffle Permit was discussed.
    • Jodi Walker offered to have the pinewood derby track set up with Lego cars. They will not be having the Pinewood Derby at the Car Show.
    • Vendors and other groups’ involvement in the Car Show were discussed. 
  4. Miscellaneous:
    • By-laws Consultation (moved to Executive Session)

New Business:

  1. Motor Magic Meeting later this week.
  2. Safety Protocols for the Track – Rich Hynson asked about having outlined rules, as well as Officials helping keep people off the track so the Fire Crew doesn’t have to divert their attention away from what they need to be focused on. 

Chris Tuchscherer made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss proposed By Law revisions at 8:13pm. Wayne Johnson seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. 

Motion withdrawn at 8:16pm to discuss head flagman vs. Race Director. Robby Rosselli seconded. All in favor. Motion carried and original motion withdrawn. 

Unfinished Business:

  1. Head Flagman – Julien Walker spoke to the Board expressing his interest in taking on Head Flagman duties. Expectations and opportunities to develop Julien’s knowledge was discussed.

Executive Session: Chris Tuchscherer made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss proposed By Law revisions, with Kadi Ruby and Ron Huettl requested to remain in Executive Session, at 8:27pm. Wayne Johnson seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. Executive Session ended at 10:27pm. 

Next Meeting: The next board meeting will be on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.

Meeting Adjournment: Motion by Robby Rosselli to adjourn the meeting. Second by Wayne Johnson. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:29pm.