KEYSTONE APPALOOSA CLUB

BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING

FEBRUARY 28, 2006

A regular meeting of the Keystone Appaloosa Club Board of Directors was held February 28, 2006, at the Ranch House Restaurant in Duncannon, PA. President Ray Burchett called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.

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

SECRETARY'S REPORT: A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Peggy Shank to accept the minutes from the January 17, 2006, meeting. Approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Carla Strauss to accept the February 2006 Treasurer's Report. Approved.

2005 AWARDS BANQUET: A discussion was held concerning the 2005 Awards Banquet. The following items were discussed as a possibility for next year's Awards Banquet: ticket options for admittance; combined banquet with another club; different facility. The Board decided to revisit these possibilities after the Keystone Classic.

2005 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: President Burchett informed the Board that the 2005 Keystone Classic was the 7th largest show in the nation.

2006 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: A discussion was held concerning overall high point and overall reserve high point awards. Vicki Long reported that Wenger's contacted Robinhoods and the prices per monogrammed sleezy would be $62.75 with a one time set up fee of $50.00. The Board decided to look into other options; however, a firm decision was needed at the next meeting. A discussion was held on class awards. Teri Clark indicated that she would check into this. A discussion was held concerning an Exhibitor's Party. Teri Clark was instructed to place a volunteer notice in the next newsletter. President Burchett reminded the Board that money sponsors areneeded.

OFFICERS/DIRECTORS: A discussion was held concerning reimbursements to Board and Staff of the

Keystone Appaloosa Club. A motion was made by Jim Clark and seconded by Teri Clark that only contracted help will receive complimentary lodging at the Keystone Classic. In addition, Carla Strauss indicated that if there was a revenue loss at the show, she would pay for her own lodging.

MEMBERSHIP: The Board instructed Teri Clark to place a notice in the next newsletter that 2006 memberships are due. If memberships arc not paid, this will be their last newsletter.

KILE: Paula Walter reported that the Keystone International Livestock Exposition for the Appaloosas will take place on September 30 - October 1, 2006. There will be four judges over two days with a full slate of classes.

REIMBURSEMENTS: A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Jim Clark to reimburse Vicki Long $32.11 for postage and engraving. Approved. A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Paula Walter to reimburse Teri Clark $7.64 for labels used in the newsletter. Approved.

REGIONAL CLUB ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Carla Strauss reported on the conference call held February 27. 2006. Items of discussion were the Non-Pro/Youth Competition Lease Proposal allowing the non-pro or youth to lease an Appaloosa for a limited amount of time and the one "Zone Permit" be issued to any zone exhibiting critical signs of downward trends or exhibitor participation.

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, April 11, 2006.

A motion was made by Jim Clark and seconded by Paula Walter to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Approved.

Respectfully Submitted.

Vicki A. Long, Secretary