A regular meeting of the Keystone Appaloosa Club Board of Directors was held December 7, 2005, at the Ranch House Restaurant in Duncannon, PA. President Ray Burchett called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Ray Burchett, Vicki Long, Carla Strauss, Paula Walter, Jim Clark, Teri Clark, Tarn Smith, John Beck and Peggy Shank.

SECRETARY'S REPORT: A motion was made by John Beck and seconded by Teri Clark to accept the minutes from the November 8, 2005, meeting. Approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Jim Clark to accept the November 2005 Treasurer's Report. Approved.

2006 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: President Burchett informed the Board that he has hired the following judges: Al Anderson. Paul Filzen, Kennis Fairfax and Mike Swain.

A discussion was held concerning the class fees. A motion was made by Jim Clark and seconded by Vicki Long to charge a $ 110.00 weekend fee to the youth/non-pro and $8.00 per judge open fee. Approved.

Vicki Long submitted a revised show bill showing the addition of the new classes. After some minor changes, a motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by John Beck to accept the show bill. Approved.

It was noted that Connie Burchett has once again volunteered to handle the stall and camper reservations.

A discussion was held concerning reimbursement to Board members and Staff associated with the Keystone Classic. After a lengthy discussion, the Board decided to table this item until the next meeting.

OFFICERS/DIRECTORS: It was noted that the Officers are up for re-election to fill one year terms. All Officers indicated that they would run again for 2006. In addition, the current three year Directors, Paula Walter and Teri Clark, are up for re-election to fill one year terms. Both Directors indicated that they would run again.

MEETING SCHEDULE: The Secretary submitted the proposed meeting dates for 2006. A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Paula Walter to accept the meeting schedule. Approved.

SPONSORSHIP: The Board reviewed the current Sponsorship Form. A motion was made by Peggy Shank and seconded by Vicki Long to make no changes to the Sponsorship Form. Approved.

MEMBERSHIP: The Board reviewed the current Membership Form. After some discussion, the Board decided to remove the Couple selection. A motion was made by Teri Clark and seconded Peggy Shank to approve the Membership Form with the noted change. Approved.

POINTS: The Board reviewed the current Point Form. It was noted, however, the current pointkeeper is undecided as to whether she will again do the points for 2006. A motion was make by Vicki Long and seconded Carla Strauss to approve the Point Form as is, with the exception of who the pointkeeper will be. Approved.

A discussion was held on pointing the additional 11 classes for year-end awards. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by John Beck to include all 11 classes in the year-end awards program starting in 2006, with the exception of Ladies Sidesaddle not being included in a high point category, as it is a restricted class. Approved. Teri Clark opposed.

A lengthy discussion was held concerning the qualification for year-end awards. A motion was made by John Beck and seconded by Tarn Smith to amend the rules to read: "K.AC member or horse must show in that class at either the Keystone Classic or KILE to qualify for year-end awards. Note: all classes may not be offered at KILE." Approved. Teri Clark opposed this rule change.

A motion was made by John Beck and seconded by Peggy Shank to clarify the point rules that walk-trot is a division of its own and the class must be designated as a walk-trot class to qualify for an overall award in the walk-trot division. Approved. Directors Carla Strauss and Teri Clark abstained.

NEW BUSINESS: A request was received from the Regional Appaloosa Club of Maine on how our Club operates. The Maine Club indicated they were exploring ways to improve their Club and/or Show. After some discussion, the Secretary was directed to respond appropriately. It is also noted that our Club will not divulge any financial information, as it is only available to its members.

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday. January 17, 2006.

A motion was made by Jim Clark and seconded by Peggy Shank to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. Approved.

Respectfully Submitted,

Vicki A. Long, Secretary