DCC Board Meeting
Wednesday August 1, 2018
Agenda
Meeting called to order at 745 EDT by Carola.
Approval of Agenda
Addition from Nicole – publication of minutes on the website.
Sharon moved to approve, Nicole seconded. None opposed, motion carried.
Approval of Minutes of last meeting
Meeting was April 22, 2018 – everyone has read through.
Nicole motioned to approve. Sharon seconded. None opposed, motion carried.
Agenda Addition: Publication of minutes on the website
Nicole has had it brought to her attention that people would like the minutes published ASAP.
Heather will send out minutes following the meeting, give the board a week to review and approve, then will alert Nicole that they are ready to be published.
Sharon moves that the minutes be emailed to board members following the meeting, to be approved within a week by board members to they can be published on the website. Seconded by Nicole. None opposed, motion carried.
Unfinished Business – Director’s insurance, Officer’s insurance
CKC insurance is through BFL Canada. Sharon offered to reach out to BFL to get a quote and further information.
LUA Brochure
Nothing offensive, nothing connected to DCC (no use of logo, etc.).
Bullying concerns
There are concerns with bullying in Alberta between LUA and HUA Dalmatian owners. Complaints are being received from both LUA and HUA owners. Members have previously been encouraged to use the formal complaint procedure. There are concerns regarding the fee associated with making a complaint ($50). DCC will draft a clear statement denouncing bullying.
Update on LUA designation request to CKC
Matter has been referred to the medical and genetic committee in June, a report will be sent to the CKC board for their meeting in September.
2019 Specialty
-50th Anniversary Survey Results (Kelly Amos)
Kelly has been in contact with the CKC to get information about how to gain sanctioning for events. DCC
is only currently sanctioned for conformation.
Kelly will work on a list of available sites including what other events the clubs are offering and what is
offered nearby.
Kelly will create a Facebook group to invite people who are interested in volunteering to create a
committee.
Francois is creating a logo for the 50th anniversary of DCC.
CKC Change of Officers (Carola Adams)
-Resignation of Amy Boyle
Carola is gathering all necessary information for CKC to update all officers.
Amy Boyle has officially resigned from the DCC board.
We will need an additional director in Ontario, Nicole will put a notice in Transcanadals.
Booster report from Brandie Maitland
Will be in published in Transcanadals.
Perpetual Trophy Proposal (document attached)
DCC has reviewed the proposal, expressed concerns over cost of transportation and storage. Due to
these financial constraints, the DCC board has decided not to proceed at this time. Perhaps members
could consider donating a prize in memoriam for future specialties.
Membership update (Nicole Vandal)
No new members.
Financial update (Sharon Debor)
Bank balance is $4780, GIC is $7286, PayPal account is $186 ($100 from PayPal is being transferred to
the bank account). Insurance invoice of $340 due August 24, 2018.
Heather will send a letter via registered mail to Helene regarding access to outstanding PayPal account
and books.
Retention/Storage of board documents/minutes
Betty was working on a policy, we will move this to the agenda for the next board meeting.
DCC logo
Logo being designed for DCC 50th anniversary.
DCC website
Collections section (where members can sell their items) has not yet been created.
Versatility Program
Heather will head up a committee for a proposal for additions to the versatility program. Kelly will help
out.
Breed Standard
DCC board members will review the suggested changes and discuss at the next board meeting.
Kelly notes that the Ontario booster is being held on Saturday September 8th at the Ancaster Fairgrounds
as part of the Oakville kennel club show. Kelly will add to the Facebook page.
Kelly motions to adjourn. Board meeting adjourned at 945 pm EDT.