MARCH 12, 2008
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to
order by Yvonne Schutte. Board members
present were Mary Jane Grenzow, Barb Gerber, Mick McClain, Tracey Pederson,
Tina Gilbert, Paul Barrett, Sherri Fiduccia, Chris Sokup and Heidi
Treuthardt. Also present were Tonya
Kelly, Jarrett Kelly and Chris Baumgartner.
The minutes from the February
meeting were approved.
Shelter Director -Tonya
reported that we have 39 cats in the trailer, 58 in the cattery and 4 ring worm. There is a total of 21 cats to spay or neuter. We have 50 dogs in the kennels with 24 to
spay or neuter. There are 4 cats and 7
dogs in foster care. Tonya reports that
the cost to care for the 20 dogs that were rescued is about $300 per week. So far GCHS has spent $250 for food, $700 for
labor, $350 for meds and shots and $40 for gas.
Treasurer’s report-As of Feb 29 the shelter
has a net income of $5,176.32. Paul
informed the board that we now have the ACH option for donating and paying dues
or sponsorship. The service will give
people the option of automatically deducting their donation from their checking
account. Click n Pledge and Pay Pal are
still available. The service is free
with maintaining a $40,000 balance otherwise the fee is $25 per month. Each transaction is .12.
Kris Baumgartner from
Tofflers in New Glarus offered her restaurant and bar to host a wine tasting,
silent auction and band. This will be on
April 5th. The wine event
will be from 4 to 6, the cost is $20 and reservations will be taken. The band is from 8 to 12 and a $5 donation
will be taken at the door. Board member
unanimously agreed that it was a wonderful offer and volunteered to help.
SNAP-We have 2860 left and
will receive another 5000 for 2008. The
board agreed to donate 1500 to Peggy Miller of ENAH (Everyone Needs A Home). Some of the
extra canned cat food we have will also be donated.
Old Business
The Shelter has acquired a
new Ford Freestar van. It was given to
the shelter at cost which was $6300.
This amount was paid by an anonymous donor. The van comes with a 5 year 48,000 mi
warranty with free oil changes. Mike
Jerge also donated $1000 and will make numerous other improvements. The van has 55K miles on it.
Committee Reports
Nominating-Chris Sokup, Sherri
Fiduccia, Mick McClain, Tracey Pederson and Sue Curran gave their letters in
intent to run for the board to the secretary. Chris Sokup’s term was changed to
expire in one year to even out the number of terms that expire each year.
Fund raising-March 15 the
Girls Scouts from Brodhead will be having a bake sale at the bank in
Brodhead. Volunteers are needed to walk
dogs in the St. Patrick’s Day parade. On
March 20th Dominque Schneider is hosting a bake sale at Amcore
Bank. Pedal For Paws is in great need for
volunteers. Grant applications are due
April 1st and Oct. 1st for shelters.
Volunteers-Pet A Thon and Pedal for Paws need lots of volunteers. The Pet a Thon is May 31st and
June 1st at Slice. The Beast
Buffet is helping. Vendors are being contacted
and a fee will be set. Nancy Mathews, a
hypnotist, wants to host a quit smoking session with the proceeds going to
GCHS. A date will be set.
Adoption
Applications/Inspection-the committee is improving the checklist so it matches
with the protocols. A class will be held
for all people that will be conducting home inspections. New committee members are being added to help
with inspections.
Buildings and Grounds-Paul
reported that the washer is fixed and working.
Steve Jacobson donated a smaller washer and dryer that will be used for
backup. He building committee met and
they will be present at the annual meeting to answer any questions. An update will be presented by the committee
in June.
Public Relations-A motion was
made and passed to renew the raffle license.
All items are due for the April 15th newsletter. The website is still in need of redoing. Mary Jane is hopeful that a volunteer will
come forward soon.
Membership-Paul suggested
that the board look into creating a tier system or membership level system with
the possibility of a junior membership level.
Executive-Yvonne reported
that she shelter is in need of qualified part time employees.
Foster Homes-There are 7 dogs
and 4 cats in foster care. There are 5
pending applications for homes to foster.
The meeting was adjourned at
9:00 p.m.
These minutes were written
and submitted by Heidi Treuthardt, Secretary.