A regular meeting of the Keystone Appaloosa Club Board of Directors was held October 4, 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, Rob Gratkowski, Carla Strauss, Paula Walter, Jim Clark, Teri Clark, Tam Smith and Peggy Shank.

SECRETARY'S REPORT: A motion was made by Carla Strauss and seconded by Tam Smith to accept the minutes from the August 23, 2005, meeting. Approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Carla Strauss to accept the July/August/September Treasurer’s Report. Approved.

2006 KEYSTONE CLASSIC: President Burchett indicated that a deposit had been sent to Diamond 7 to reserve May 27 – 28, 2006, for the Keystone Classic.

A lengthy discussion was held concerning the possibility of going to a 2 ½ day show. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Teri Clark to table this item until a cost analysis is done. Approved. The Secretary was instructed to send copies of contracts, along with figures, to the Board members, prior to the next meeting.

Vicki Long submitted to the Board the new classes that have been approved by the Appaloosa Horse Club for regional shows starting in 2006. These classes are: Non Pro Hunter in Hand Geldings, Non Pro Hunter in Hand Mares, Non Pro Hunter in Hand Stallions, Youth Hunter in Hand Geldings, Youth Hunter in Hand Mares, Non Pro Most Colorful, Youth Most Colorful, Non Pro Masters Showmanship, Non Pro Masters Hunt Seat Equitation and Non Pro Masters Western Equitation. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Teri Clark to table this item until a decision is made on extending the 2 day show. Approved.

2005 BANQUET: President Burchett informed the Board that Morgan’s Place has confirmed January 21, 2006, as the date of the Banquet. Linda Morgan is revising the Menu, of which, should be ready by the next meeting.

2005 YEAR-END AWARDS: A discussion was held concerning the Budget for year-end awards. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Jim Clark to spend $3,700.00 on year-end awards. Approved.

REGIONAL CLUB ADVISORY COMMITTEE: President Burchett informed the Board that the Appaloosa Horse Club has approved an advisory committee within the Regional Club Committee. Territory Directors appointed regional club representatives to this advisory committee. Direct Skip Seifert has appointed Carla Strauss to this position. Carla indicated the advisory committee held its first conference call and reported on the following:

NEW BUSINESS: A discussion was held concerning the Club obtaining a table cover, with our logo, to display at events where we have a table. Paula Walter presented a sample to the Board. Paula was instructed to check into the cost of a table cover. In addition, Teri Clark was instructed to receive a quote from her sister.

BILLS: A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Rob Gratkowski to reimburse Teri Clark $22.20 for postage associated with mailing the KILE showbill. Approved. A motion was made by Vicki Long and seconded by Rob Gratkowski to reimburse Paula Walter $59.86 for the coffee and donuts the Club provided at KILE. Approved.

NEXT MEETING: The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2005, however, this date will be changed due to scheduling conflicts. The Secretary will notify the Board of the new date.

A motion was made by Peggy Shank and seconded by Tam Smith to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Approved.

Respectfully Submitted,

Vicki A. Long, Secretary