A regular meeting of the Keystone Appaloosa Club Board of Directors was held March 13, 2007, at the Ranch House Restaurant in Duncannon, PA. President Ray Burchett called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Ray Burchett, Vicki Long, Rob Gratkowski, Carla Strauss, Paula Walter, Jim Clark, Tam Smith, Teri Clark, Amanda Conn, and Peggy Shank. In addition, Destiny Zeiders, Youth Director was present.

SECRETARY'S REPORT: A motion was made by Rob Gratkowski and seconded by Teri Clark to accept the minutes from the January 9, 2007, meeting. Approved. A motion was made by Teri Clark and seconded by Amanda Conn to accept the minutes from the General Membership Meeting that was held January 13, 2007. Approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT: A motion was made by Paula Walter and seconded Tam Smith to accept the January/February 2007 Treasurer's Report. Approved.

EXEMPLARY REGIONAL CLUB AWARD: President Burchett informed the Board that we were one of nine clubs that have submitted materials to be considered for the Exemplary Regional Club Award. In addition, he thanked Secretary Long for a job well done.

2007 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: A discussion was held concerning the shavings. After review of several options, a motion was made by Rob Gratkowski and seconded by Amanda Conn to contract with Ridge Road Feed/Tack. Approved. In furtherance of this motion, the Board concurred that a contract must be completed with Ridge Road Feed/Tack. President Burchett indicated that he would make the necessary arrangements.

A discussion was held concerning the requirement for an EMT. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Jim Clark to contract with Diane Garbrik, as long as the Farm Show and the insurance company accept her credentials. In addition, as reimbursement for Ms. Garbrik's services, the club will comp her one stall. Approved.

Amanda Conn presented to the Board some designs for the trail courses. In addition, Ms. Conn is working with Country Market Nursery, who has offered to sponsor these classes by providing the shrubs and greens for the course.

The Board approved and directed the Secretary to order the same Grand and Reserve ribbons as were presented in 2006.

President Burchett informed the Board that Creekside Photography will provide photo services at no cost to the Club. President Burchett indicated that he would obtain the contract with Creekside.

A discussion was held concerning the cost of vendor spaces. After a lengthy discussion, it was decided to charge $50.00 for an inside space and $25.00 for an outside space. Space sizes will be 10x20.

Rob Gratkowski presented to the Board the information on the Turn & Burn. The Turn & Burn will be a jackpot barrel race with 100% payback. Mr. Gratkowski indicated that the sponsor barrels will cost $125 a piece. This will help subsidize the cost of the judges, awards and donation for use of the light tree. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Tam Smith to introduce the Turn & Burn jackpot race at the 2007 Keystone Classic. Approved. In addition, it was noted that the race will take place on Saturday evening at the conclusion of that day's activities. If necessary, the show will stop between 8:00 & 8:30 p.m. with the remaining classes to be held the following morning. In addition, Mr. Gratkowski will be responsible for the entries and fees and will be separate from the regular show's entries and fees.

POINTS: Paula Walter informed the Board that all of the regional clubs have responded to her request to point our show, with the exception of Garden State Appaloosa Association and Northeastern Appaloosa Association. A motion was made by Paula Walter and seconded by Amanda Conn to remove these shows from our list of shows that we will point. Approved. President Burchett indicated that he opposed this vote.

NEW BUSINESS: Vicki Long informed the Board that member John Harkins was running for Regional Director in Territory V, Zone C. A motion was made by Tam Smith and seconded by Rob Gratkowski to place Mr. Harkins candidacy announcement on our web page and newsletter. Approved.

BILL: A motion was made by Tam Smith and seconded by Rob Gratkowski to reimburse Teri Clark $49.25 for postage on the newsletter and Vicki Long $14.36 for postage on membership. Approved.

NEXT MEETING: April 3, 2007.

A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Tam Smith to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p.m. Approved.

Respectfully Submitted,

Vicki A. Long, Secretary