KEYSTONE APPALOOSA CLUB
BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING
JULY 18, 2006

A regular meeting of the Keystone Appaloosa Club Board of Directors was held July 18. 2006. at the Ranch House Restaurant in Duncannon, PA. President Ray Burchett called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.

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

SECRETARY'S REPORT: A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Jim Clark to accept the minutes from the May 16, 2006, meeting. Approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded Rob Gratkowski to accept the June/July 2006 Treasurer's Report. Approved.

2006 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: Peggy Shank presented to the Board, the Treasurer's Report from the 2006 Keystone Classic, showing a profit of $7,531.74. It was noted, however, that $489.00 was still outstanding on two accounts, which was not included in the profit. The Treasurer was instructed to send the individual of the unpaid bill a certified letter indicating they have 10 days from the date of receipt to settle their bill, or the Appaloosa Horse dub will be notified. As for the check that was returned for insufficient funds, a motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Teri Clark, that all checks returned for insufficient funds will receive a certified letter indicating they have 10 days from the date of receipt to settle their bill, or the Appaloosa Horse Club will be notified. Approved.

A discussion was held concerning the cost of the Insurance Bill for the show. President Burchett informed the Board the reason for the increase was the cost of covering the camper area. In addition, he indicated that he would have the policy at the next meeting for the Board to compare.

President Burchett informed the Board that the overall feedback from the show was excellent. He did indicate that the food stand was an area of concern, as there were some complaints and the issue with the PA System not working in the back barn.

The Secretary was instructed to write an article for the Journal regarding the 2006 Keystone Classic.

The Board commended Chef Gratkowski on the Wing Party. Paula Walter indicated that Rob Gratkowski's Year-end Banquet ticket has been anonymously donated for the many hours spent frying chicken.

Vicki Long indicated that the thank you letters have been sent to the sponsors of the show.

A discussion was held concerning individuals hired to perform services for the Club. The Board agreed that contracts will be obtained for all hired services and they will be reviewed by the Board for approval prior to the service.

2007 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Rob Gratkowski to schedule May 25 - 27, 2007, as the dates for the 2007 Keystone Classic. Approved. President Burchett advised the Board to consider for the next meeting, the judges as well as the facility for the 2007 Keystone Classic.

NEW BUSINESS: President Burchett advised the Board on the meetings that were held in Oklahoma City. He also indicated that he had the pleasure of meeting the new CEO of the Appaloosa Horse Club and indicated that he looked forward to working with him in the future.

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday. August 22. 2006.

A motion was made by Jim Clark and seconded by Carla Strauss to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Approved.

Respectfully Submitted,

Vicki A. Long. Secretary