Meeting called to order by Cara-Lyn.
In attendance: Cara-Lyn, Greg, Joe, Randy (Randy joined late during the dealing machine discussion)

Special guests: Shari Aggson, Barbara Clarke, and Janet Smalley (Peach presentation).

1. Treasurer’s Report

We have run all tournaments and incurred all major expected expenses. The current balance is close to what it will be at year-end, except for CDs etc.

a. Four Corners Tournament
- Lost slightly more than budgeted.  Table count was the primary factor.

b. Vail Tournament
- Showed a profit despite the failed session because we were not billed for ACBL table and sanction fees.

c. Peach Tournament

- Made a small profit due to large, unprecedented donations which helped offset the very costly venue

d. Cost Savings
- Estimated $1,000 saved per tournament by using a local sectional director.

e. Dealing Machine
- Discussion on purchasing a dealing machine.
- The treasurer says it would save money to buy our own dealing machine.
- Action: Greg will obtain an estimate for the next meeting.

2. Peach Sectional 2026 Presentation

Barbara Clarke presented data supporting that The Peach Sectional 2025 was successful and requested that it be held at CMU next year, with Sharon Snyder as Tournament Director.

Randy noted that this arrangement is the status quo. If changes are needed, we will need to inform ACBL. His understanding is that Sharon stepped down and there were considerable questions about the viability of using CMU as a venue due to catering costs, parking, contract violations by players, and other factors.  He referred the presenting group to the Tournament Chair, the correct channel for follow-up.

3. Grand Junction Regional 2027

Our cost estimate for hosting a regional was deemed too high by the district. Randy will work with the Downtown Merchant Association on a grant for 2027. If the grant is unsuccessful, we will need to find an alternative venue.

4. Alternate Venues for the Peach Sectional 2026

1. Fairgrounds
2. Convention Center – conflicting cost estimates (Creekside Room vs. Grand Ballroom)
3. Clifton Campus
4. VFW
5. Masonic Lodge

Venue selection was tabled until the next board meeting while alternate venues were being explored.

5. Vacant Board Seat

a. Discussion: The board discussed pros and cons of filling the vacant seat and what responsibilities the new member should assume.

b. Motion: To appoint Sally Gaglione to the board, pending her acceptance of the Membership Chair role.
- Motion by Cara-Lyn, seconded by Joe.
- Votes: Joe – Yes; Greg – Yes; Cara-Lyn – Yes.  Randy – Abstained.
- Motion passed.

c. Action: Cara-Lyn will contact Sally Gaglione to confirm her acceptance of the position and duties.

6. Tournament Committee Chair Report

The Tournament Committee Chair report was tabled due to George’s absence.

7. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at approximately 6:00