by Holly Johnson | Apr 28, 2025 | News
Present: Justin Medler, Robby Rosselli, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Rick Huber, Scott Joern, & Wayne Johnson. Meeting called to order at 7:03pm.
Guests: Keli Rosselli-Sullivan, Kristi Rosselli-Sullivan, Bruce Rudland, Racelyn Rudland
Minutes: The April 15, 2025 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. All in favor. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. All in favor. Motion carried.
Old Business:
- Track Equipment
- Water pump on big water truck – Wayne Johnson presented a bid for Mega (Caterpillar) water pump. He price checked at Butler and General Equipment in town. Discussion occurred on which company to purchase from, and future needs.
- Motion made with second to purchase direct dealer and set up an account with them. All in favor. Motion carried. Treasurer will contact them to set up an account and get it ordered.
- Using equipment at the track – All equipment should be put back where it belongs so that it looks nice and orderly, line them up. Do not put any equipment on top of manhole covers.
- The hydrant in the infield was left on/malfunctioned and flooded Turn 1 & 2. If anyone waters, they need to ensure the hydrant is turned off.
- 2025 Sponsorships
- Spreadsheet updated with checks received, proposals delivered, and other businesses who showed interest.
- NOSA Winged Sprints (May 4, 2025)
- Justin will get payout breakdown, including non-qualifier payouts if needed, from Todd and will ask about obtaining W-9s for drivers.
- WOO Late Models (June 29, 2025)
- Honor Guard for event. Military involvement needs to be pursued. Keli Rosselli-Sullivan is the point of contact to arrange this.
- INEX Legends Winter Nationals (Oct 9-11, 2025)
- Volunteers/Paid Employees
- Fire & Rescue
- Ambulance system/digital encryption radios for emergency response crew (tabled from 3/11 meeting). Beau quote for $2,552.65 for new one out of a place in Surrey. He’s asking if he wants to partial trade.
- Discussion occurred about this and the cost of fixing issues with track equipment right now. Topic was tabled again until after the first few nights of racing are complete.
- Only 2 radios are open/not assigned for the year. FIre & Safety Crew could potentially use Raceivers vs. Radios (4 in total). Robby Rosselli has a few sets of radios that could work to supplement what we have.
- Volunteers
- Burdick Job Corp (Addie Nelson) might have kids to help volunteer.
- Rock picking needs to be done, as well as mechanically-abled students to work on equipment.
- Parolee working with track crew recently, and needs a monthly tracking verification sheet of the number of hours of community service he’s put in with us.
- Created a verification sheet per NDCC guidelines.
- Announcers
- Keli & Kristi Rosselli-Sullivan (guests): Discussion occurred about expectations of Announcers, who is responsible for what, and other general pieces of info occurred.
- Sponsor Reads – Brandon Beeter working with new announcers, Secretary, and Treasurer to gather info for Sponsor Reads.
- Nodak sweatshirt to Keli for free to wear in Victory Lane. She will be gone June 15th. She is responsible for finding a replacement. Lucas Vondal is also interested in helping announce at events.
- Holly Johnson to put together a shell of info in a shared folder on Google Drive, with access to: Announcers, Brandon Beeter, Kelly Duchsherer
- Have a spot for Anthem Singers (Deb Chapman is coordinating). Deb has been texting bios to Kristi for the singers. Emerson Eads is singing at WOO Late Models and Kristi is getting a bio from him.
- Facebook/Webpage/MyRacePass
- Facebook event banners have all been updated by Holly.
- Holly still working on updating the sponsor page on website.
- Holly met with MyRacePass yesterday. Kelly has been test printing checks in MyRacePass. Mariah Tomlinson has helped her and Jen Rivinius has invited Kelly to come to Crow’s Nest to watch how she does Race Management.
- Canva use for graphics, cover photos, and HOF graphics.
- The subscription is $300 for a year. Discussion occurred on need for this and it was decided Holly will ask Kadi Ruby to split half of the cost between the Race Club and the Hall of Fame. If not, then we will purchase ourselves.
- Miscellaneous
- iHeartRadio sold the 30 season passes. 20 more delivered to them to sell by Scott. We get the value of the full cost of the passes regardless of what he sells them for.
- Burdick Job Corps wanted 60 flex tickets at $10/each.
- Thunder Mountain Speedway request for financial contribution (tabled from 3/27 meeting). Discussion occurred regarding aspects of donation to smaller tracks vs the costs to operate Nodak Speedway. Motion with second to not donate to Thunder Mountain Speedway. All in favor. Motion carried.
- To Do List before Opening Weekend was discussed and updated.
- Turn 4 is done.
- Packer wheels are done.
- Signboards are up. Waiting on 10 from Too Dark. Scott will take the lead on communicating with Jen.
- Pit Fence can’t be put up until auction items are removed from parking lot. All available board members need to meet on Saturday to put up at 9:30am.
- SRT internet was turned on in the Crow’s Nest and will be putting another router in the pit trailer for an additional $50/month.
New Business:
- Non-qualifying payout clarification:
- Did not pay B-mains in 2024. Discussion occurred on what to do for 2025, and determined we will NOT be paying non-qualifiers in 2025 on regular nights or at Motor Magic. 28 cars to start every feature, payout the same for 24-28.
- Dakota Classic Mod Tour – PAYS non-qualifiers
- Tougher Than Dirt Tour – need to find out from Brandon Beeter
- NOSA Sprints – Justin will get payout breakdown from Todd and will ask about obtaining W-9s for drivers.
- Motor Magic Event poster – NDSF does this, has a committee, and makes the graphics
- Robby presented an idea he’s been working on for signage on the catwalk.
- ‘Nodak Speedway’ sign on the catwalk or ‘Nodak Speedway The Playground of Power’.
- Discussion occurred on presenting this to the NDSF Board for permission, as well as selling a sponsorship to cover the cost of the signs. If allowed, it was decided that we would go with ‘Nodak Speedway’ only (not Playground of Power).
- Opening Weekend – discussion occurred on whether to cancel the races now because of the weather forecast. As of right now, the Board unanimously agreed the races are still on and would only be canceled due to rain on that day.
- Grandstand Access (NDSF) – As of today, water will be turned on in the grandstand this week. Yesterday they weren’t sure it would be able to be turned on in time for Opening Weekend.
- Scott Joern to get 6 combination locks for gates. Justin will source the chain.
- Kelly ordering Nodak Speedway pens. Board members were in agreement last week on this during the track work nights.
- Souvenir trailer restock was ordered through Stevick. Rick, Kelly, and Holly will finish Souvenir trailer on Thursday around 7:00pm.
- Discussion occurred on expense categories in 2024.
- End of Race Night Procedure Checklist was created and will continue to be developed.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting will TENTATIVELY be on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15pm.
by Holly Johnson | Apr 17, 2025 | News
Present: Justin Medler, Robby Rosselli, Holly Johnson, Kelly Duchsherer, Rick Huber, Scott Joern, & Wayne Johnson. Meeting called to order at 7:04pm.
Guests: Brandon Beeter, Jen Rivinius, & Bruce Rudland
Minutes: The April 10, 2025 meeting minutes were presented and motioned to accept as written with second. All in favor. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. All in favor. Motion carried.
- Final 2025 Car & Trade Show Financial Report was presented for discussion and review.
- April 12, 2025 Practice P/L Report was presented for discussion and review.
Old Business:
- Track Equipment
- Heavy Hitch hydraulic hose cracked.
- White water truck pump needs to be replaced, will cost approx. $5,000.00.
- Sheeps foot is fixed. The other one went to Farden’s.
- Big Wheels – upon returning from Jim’s Welding, needs a mirror, fluids checked.
- Schatz truck is good.
- Other equipment needs extensive maintenance and repair.
- 2025 Sponsorships
- Spreadsheet updated with checks received, proposals delivered, and other businesses who showed interest.
- Discussion occurred about selling the remaining two open Race Nights in May. Will pursue more partners and then move them to August Specials should there be a rainout. Continuing to work on visiting potential sponsors and partners for 2025.
- Signboards of nightly race sponsors need to be moved to Victory Lane.
- NOSA Winged Sprints (May 4, 2025)
- WOO Late Models (June 29, 2025)
- WOO Ticket Sales posters and tickets dropped off at Big O, Tuff Trucks, The Landing, Auto Value-Minot, & Auto Value-Williston.
- Pit Feed Josh Wolla/Hitchin’ Kitchen willing to help out. Bravera still on board for donating salads and volunteers.
- Trophy for Mods built locally by Liz Dokken.
- INEX Legends Winter Nationals (Oct 9-11, 2025)
- Volunteers/Paid Employees
- Grandstand Ticket Window
- Jodi unavailable opening weekend.
- Kelly has 4 ticket takers for WOO.
- Kelly has 3 ticket takers for Opening Weekend.
- Pit Trailer
- Taylor Huber, Jenna Monson, & Laurie Johnson agreed to volunteer for the season.
- Sherry Lawson available to help for WOO.
- Fire & Rescue
- Ordered 15 Richardson (brand) snapback black w/fluorescent thread hats for the crew with Jen at Too Dark Motorsports during the Car Show.
- Facebook/Webpage/MyRacePass
- 2025 Schedule poster updated with NOSA Sprints and INEX Legends logo. Visit Minot QR Code was added as well. Print an additional 25 posters.
- Holly & Kelly working on MyRacePass for driver registration and payouts. Mariah Tomlinson will help Kelly on Opening Weekend for payouts.
- Miscellaneous
- Radio Advertising
- 106.9 Sign Board – Tom Schrader & Joe Goldade wants to do spots to promote the races.
- Kelly discussed with Xpress Mart manager weekly race tickets. Might be interested in selling WOO tickets.
- Bravera Bank accounts
- Motioned with second for opening a checking account at Bravera Bank. Account Holders will be Kelly Duchsherer, Justin Medler, & Robby Rosselli. All in favor. Motion passed.
- CD at Bremer Bank maturing on 4/24/25 will be moved to Bravera Bank.
New Business:
- Brandon Beeter (guest):
- Clarity on if he’s announcing in 2025. Kristi Rosselli-Sullivan will be the main announcer. Keli Rosselli-Sullivan will be covering Victory Lane. Nick Hulberg has been invited back, but hasn’t given us an answer. Riley Raynard could also join as announcer when he’d like (Brandon usually arranged this).
- Ultimately, there needs to be 2 people announcing every night.
- Sponsor Read for the night – Nick used to put this together, Kadi has done it too. Holly will put together the script for 2025.
- Motioned with second to have every race event/night will pay $500 to track prep. All in favor. Motion carried.
- Hot Spot/Internet for Pit Trailer – Kelly will call SRT. Turn on for Grandstand.
- Scarlet 212 4th gen box – Dacotah from MRP for Announcer Audio. Brandon already doing this for DarnTV, can route through MRP without having to get the special equipment.
- Kids day at Get Air on May 17th.
- Rick Huber has flowers ordered for Mother’s Day races.
- Paving of pits might cause/force us to move the pit entrance.
- Jen Rivinius & Bruce Rudland (guests):
- Opening Weekend:
- Draw/Redraw at Pit Trailer, one time only for $20.
- 12 car heat races. 28 cut off for B-main.
- Computer redraw after heats.
- Rookies will be asked if they want to start in the back.
- Driver cut off ONE HOUR before racing starts.
- All-Star August Races & Motor Magic:
- Draw/Redraw at Pit Trailer, two times for $20/each.
- Feature line-ups based on passing points.
- When you check in, drivers will draw. If you don’t come draw, then Jen will draw for you (on passing points nights).
- Discussion occurred regarding To Do List before Opening Weekend, and who can do what tasks.
Next Meeting: Work night on Thursday, April 17th around 6:30pm at the track. The next board meeting will be on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:54pm.
by Holly Johnson | Apr 13, 2025 | News
Present: Holly Johnson, Justin Medler, Kelly Duchsherer, Robby Rosselli, & Wayne Johnson. Meeting called to order at 9:17pm.
Not Present: Rick Huber, Scott Joern
Minutes: The April 2, 2025 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. All in favor. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. All in favor. Motion carried.
- 2025 Magic City Car and Trade Show Treasurer Report was presented. Total profit = $2,376
Old Business:
- Track Equipment
- Heavy Hitch arrived in Minot. Additional teeth were also purchased when it was picked up.
- 2025 Sponsorships
- Spreadsheet updated with checks received, proposals delivered, and other businesses who showed interest.
- Continuing to work on visiting potential sponsors and partners for 2025. Discussion occurred on the initial/first Board Member working with a potential sponsor to be the one to see it to completion.
- Car Show (April 5-6, 2025):
- 1,653 people in attendance (1,080 on Saturday & 573 on Sunday).
- Trever Haas won the Sport Compact raffle car.
- Voting Results for Best in Class:
- S. Compact:
- #14 (49 votes)
- #81 (38 votes)
- #15C (41 votes)
- Hobby:
- #53 (23 votes)
- #22 (50+ votes)
- #82T (44 votes)
- Sportmod:
- #21 (34 votes)
- #11 (86 votes)
- #82 (89 votes)
- Stock Car:
- #51X (104 votes)
- #67 (62 votes)
- #2 (95 votes)
- Modified:
- #75M (33 votes)
- #5T (17 votes)
- #12S (41 votes)
- NOSA Winged Sprints (May 4, 2025)
- WOO Late Models (June 29, 2025)
New Business:
- Event posters – WOO Ticket Sale flyer designed by Holly this week and printed at Office Max to distribute around town to businesses selling WOO tickets.
- Motioned with second to have Holly Johnson design posters in-house and pay the same price as other poster designs, including the WOO Ticket poster completed this week. All in favor, Holly abstained from voting. Motion passed.
- Debit card use by other Board Members was discussed.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting will be on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:00pm at Staybridge Suites.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:53pm.
by Holly Johnson | Apr 8, 2025 | News
Present: President Justin Medler, Vice President Robby Rosselli, Secretary Holly Johnson, Treasurer Kelly Duchsherer, 2-Year Board Member Rick Huber, 2-Year Board Member Scott Joern, and 1-Year Board Member Wayne Johnson. Twenty-five other people/race club members were present.
Meeting Call to Order: President Justin Medler, called the meeting to order at 1:02 pm.
Minutes: Motion by Tom Henderson, second by Lonn Satran, to approve General Meeting minutes from October 20, 2024 as written. Motion carried.
General Meeting Topics:
- Introduction of new Board Members
- Holly Johnson, Secretary
- Kelly Duchsherer, Treasurer
- These two have been doing a lot of work behind the scenes to organize everything and get the club run more efficiently.
- Financials
- 2025 will be a projected $750,000 in expenses for the race season.
- Total Balance = $176,974.12
- Checking account = $92,896.10
- CDs = $84,078.02
- Hall of Fame Savings Account = $14,143.14
- Hall of Fame Wall will be a $25,000-$30,000 expense. Minot Sash & Door is building/installing in the Fall of 2025.
- 2025 Schedule
- 22 nights
- Practice on Sunday, April 13th
- NOSA Sprints coming on May 4th
- Racing at 7pm starting with the first race event in May. April race nights will start at 6pm.
- Championship first half of the season
- Special Shows the last half of the season
- WOO Late Model Show with Modifieds (June 29, 2025)
- Mods will raise the purse difference between Sportmod purse and Modified purse. Nodak agreed to pay the Sportmod purse when Mod drivers wanted to be the support class.
- Mods will be on DirtVision during the WOO Late Model show.
- $66,000 Purse for WOO paid by Nodak Race Club.
- $3300 back from DirtVision. Any potential sponsor would get coverage through the Announcer.
- We are tentatively on the 2026 Schedule for WOO Late Models.
- Discussed what happens in the event of a rainout, and would possibly do the following Monday.
- Discussed overflow parking to the east.
- Big O Tire, Auto Value-Williston, Auto Value-Minot, and Tuff Trucks to sell WOO tickets.
- The Club would also appreciate general members selling tickets.
- Secretary Holly Johnson will be tracking bundles of tickets you take to sell that you’d be responsible for.
- ND State Parade (July 19, 2025)
- Nodak Race Club and Nodak Hall of Fame will have floats in the ND State Parade this summer.
- Would like to have people walk with the floats, and cars on the trailers.
- All-Stars of August
- Special shows each weekend in August
- The Board of Directors is really trying to give back to the racers any profit we might make from the WOO Late Model show by having these events after the Fair break.
- Motor Magic
- No changes to format as last year was very successful with 100+ cars each night.
- INEX Legends Dirt Nationals in October
- INEX reached out to us to host this event
- May consider bringing in NOSA Sprints as a support class during this event, based on how the May 4th night with them goes.
- Slingshot Class
- Back for 6 nights this year and will have a Champion for the season.
- President Justin Medler indicated Nodak may not have the class in 2026 as they go too fast and are too dangerous when they rollover.
- State of the Track
- There will be a work night at the track this coming week on April 10th at 6:00pm to get ready for Practice. We need help to get everything finished.
- Track Equipment
- Last year $9,000 was spent on maintenance and repair to the cultivator.
- The Club has purchased a Heavy Hitch. Should arrive next week. It costs approx. $1250 per year to maintain
- Big Wheels is at Jim’s Welding to put a hitch on it to pull the packer at faster speeds.
- Big water truck is also repaired.
- Racing Surface
- Turn 4 has been reshaped significantly
- Catch fence in Turn 4 is still being built and needs to be finished
- Back straightaway is narrower with new slope
- New entrance off of Turn 2
- Paving the Pits
- NDSF putting in concrete by the hydrant.
- NDSF will be paving from the pit trailer to the Nodak building.
- The Race Club will be covering the cost of paving the tech area for consistent ride height measurement. We have the same tech guys as last year returning.
- Future of the Race Club
- MyRacePass
- Features are going to be utilized much more in 2025.
- New printer and computer was purchased for the Treasurer Kelly Duchsherer in order to pay checks to drivers the night of the event.
- Community Outreach & Events
- The club is part of the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce now.
- We will be doing Ribbon Cutting for the WOO Late Model show.
- Board is working with Visit Minot to put together a schedule for community appearance events local in Minot. If interested in having your car on display to promote Nodak and your sponsors, contact Secretary Holly Johnson.
- Nick Hulberg has resigned as Announcer for the 2025 Race Season.
- Kristi Rosselli-Sullivan and Brandon Beeter will be the announcers for 2025 and Keli Rosselli-Sullivan will be doing Victory Lane.
- Sponsors
- There are approx. four open Race Nights remaining for sponsors.
- The Board of Directors have been selling bulk flex tickets instead of nightly race sponsorships to several businesses.
- The All-Stars of August race nights also need sponsors to cover the purse, and could have multiple sponsors on one night. Looking for $10,000 to sponsor each event.
- Staybridge Suites will be where the Board of Directors will be holding weekly meetings now. The Clarion wanted to start charging us $200 to rent the room each week to hold the Board meetings.
- Auto Value – Minot has a CASH ONLY account that racers, general members, etc. can use to get a price break on parts, even for personal vehicle parts. Mention Nodak Race Club when you go to the store.
- Support Velocita during the Car Show. They donate and give back to the club significantly throughout the year.
- Volunteers
- The Race Club really needs help and volunteering from the general membership, and could be:
- track prep,
- walkers in the stands for 50/50 ticket sales for the Hall of Fame. This could be pulled from the class of cars that has the night off on rotation.
- Next Generation of Drivers and Fans
- Young racers are where the future of the club is at.
- Concerned about getting young fans in the stands. The Race Club gives out 10,000 kid tickets to local schools each year.
- Public Affairs Office at MAFB would be a place to pursue to inform young military members about racing at Nodak Speedway. Steve Pierce gave contact phone number (701-723-6212). The Vice President Robby Rosselli indicated that Keli Rosselli-Sullivan is already in communication with them.
- Miscellaneous Topics
- Ray Mock Benefit April 11th from 5-7pm at Bread of Life Lutheran Church. Members should support or donate as the Mock Family has been involved in the Race Club for decades.
- Secretary Holly Johnson is willing to listen to any ideas any general member has regarding what to post about on social media or what kind of information they are seeking at any time.
Next Meeting: The next general meeting will be on October 26, 2025 mid-day or early afternoon following the annual Awards Banquet on October 25th.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion by Lonn Satran to adjourn the meeting. Second by Steve Pierce. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 2:01pm.
by Holly Johnson | Apr 8, 2025 | News
Present: Holly Johnson, Justin Medler, Kelly Duchsherer, Rick Huber, Robby Rosselli, Scott Joern, & Wayne Johnson. Meeting called to order at 7:03pm.
Minutes: The March 27, 2025 meeting minutes were presented and motioned with second to accept as written. All in favor. Motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for discussion and review. Motion with second to approve/pay the bills. All in favor. Motion carried.
- MyRacePass plan was upgraded to next level/Platinum on 3/31/2025. Charged $22.37 for the remainder of the subscription cycle, and $799.00 will be automatically charged on 5/11/2025.
- $3,532.24 to MyLaps for invoice for new Decoder (see below).
Old Business:
- Track Equipment
- MyLaps transponder decoder invoice received.
- Discussion occurred on the need to update/upgrade to this in order to continue operating our scoring system, or switch to Westhold, which no one has those transponders in this area. Majority of Nodak drivers own MyLaps transponders already, and do not want to have to ask them to switch and that added cost.
- There may need to be more transponders available for rental if Williston-Basin Speedway goes to Westhold transponders.
- Heavy Hitch is ready to go and will be getting delivered next week.
- Big Wheels to Jim’s Welding.
- THURSDAY, APRIL 10th at 6:00PM – Will need volunteers at the track two nights next week to get things ready for Practice Day on April 13th and Opening Weekend April 26-27.
- Auger bit is in the infield, asking Swanston for Bobcat a week early.
- Sign boards for sponsors still need to go up.
- Ropes need to be put up.
- Souvenir trailer stays out following the Car Show.
- 2025 Sponsorships
- Spreadsheet updated with checks received, proposals delivered, and other businesses who showed interest. Continuing to work on visiting potential sponsors and partners for 2025.
- American Truck & Trailer – prior agreement made for 5 years (2022-2026), Jeff Barta informed the Board the agreement was for $5000 for water truck sign and front billboard sign.
- Staybridge Suites – offering them as the exclusive motel of the Nodak Speedway as trade for meeting rooms for board meetings.
- Radio Station 106.9FM – pursue for sponsorship/advertising trade
- Clear Channel/iHeartRadio – 30 grandstand passes to sell on Wheeler Dealer
- Car Show (April 5-6, 2025)
- Discussion on set up occurred as well as drafting out a plan on where to put sections and booths/vendors. Booth spots requested were reviewed and updated.
- Front Door Volunteers – Holly to contact, enough people have volunteered to cover shifts
- Raffle Car – to date 38 tickets have been sold. Donny Schatz to draw at 1:00pm just before his scheduled Meet & Greet from 1-3pm.
- NOSA Winged Sprints (May 4, 2025)
- Western Agency – spoke with our Producer. Our current coverage in our policy is sufficient for covering during the NOSA Sprints and the WOO Late Models.
- Concerned they are not listed on our 2025 Schedule. Will add NOSA and INEX events to our digital schedule and repost to socials.
- WOO Late Models (June 29, 2025)
- Western Agency – spoke with our Producer. Our current coverage in our policy is sufficient for covering during the NOSA Sprints and the WOO Late Models.
- Schedule of events was requested via email by the WOO PR Manager. Email reply as follows:
- 1:00pm (Pit gate opens)
- 2:00-4:00pm (Pit Feed)
- 4:00pm (Grandstand Opens)
- 6:30pm (Hot Laps, No Modified hot laps)
- 7:00pm (Racing)
- INEX Legends Winter Nationals (Oct 9-11, 2025)
- Volunteers/Paid Employees
- Grandstand Ticket Window
- Treasurer assuming responsibility for organizing/supervising and being point of contact for all things related to ticket window. Past ticket window volunteers willing to volunteer doing the same this race season.
- Pit Trailer
- Secretary assuming responsibility for organizing/supervising and being point of contact for all things related to pit trailer. Past pit trailer volunteers willing to volunteer doing the same this race season.
- Volunteer Pre-Season Meeting & Meal at Homesteaders occurred. 24 volunteers attended. Two volunteers were missed being invited and we will make it up to them.
- Facebook/Webpage/MyRacePass
- Board of Directors would have full control, and anyone else helping with the page would have limited control. Holly to work with current admins about plan of action.
- MyRacePass plan was upgraded to next level/Platinum on 3/31/2025 in order to send push notifications.
- ACH info/form submitted a few weeks ago. Issues with site administrators resolved so that racenodak@gmail.com, Holly Johnson, and Kelly Duchsherer have access to ACH payment/report info.
- Miscellaneous
- Pit Trailer Title – will complete after the Car Show
- Motion and second was made to open a safety deposit box at a current bank to keep titles and legal documents safe. All in favor. Motion carried.
- Ray Mock Benefit (April 11, 2025 from 5-7pm at Bread of Life Church)
- Grandstand passes and T-shirts will be donated for Silent Auction.
- Paving the Pits – pit gate entrance to Nodak building will be paved as well as tech area.
- Bravera Bank needs 147c letter from the IRS with the club’s EIN number to open accounts.
New Business:
- Attended the Minot Fireworks Association Meeting 3/26/2025 at 6:00pm to request their support to put on small fireworks show at the start of the race for the WOO Late Model feature.
- They do not have the manpower to allocate this request due to prior commitments, and the Race Club could not supply volunteers (6 people for 8+ hours) to fill the vacancy created for them to accommodate the request.
- Reminder given to all Board of Directors not text in the Board group after 8pm during the work week.
- ND State Parade – will be signing up tomorrow, April 3, 2025 at 8:00am when it opens to the public.
- Visit Minot emails regarding community outreach/appearance events was discussed. Will be making an events sheet/sign up to distribute at the Car Show General Meeting.
Next Meeting: The next board meeting will be on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm at the track for a work night.
Meeting Adjournment: Motion with second made to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:40pm.
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