Meeting Minutes from 2005 meetings:

December 15, 2005

The December 15 meeting was held at the Moore’s during the Christmas potluck dinner and party. The 45 members and friends who attended this gala event enjoyed an abundance of delicious food and beverages. The snowy roads kept some who planned on coming at home. But in spite of the snow, a festive fun crowd was there.

The minutes were read and approved.

A reminder was given to send in your 2006 membership dues now, if you have not already done so. RCAA membership dues were paid.

Old Business:
No races at present for FAR. There is a Delta 10 Miler, 2PM, Jan. 8.

Kelly gave a brief report on the scholarship fund, which has been fantastic, and thanks to all who helped. Kelly gave President Chuck Willis credit, and he in turn said is his 1st Lady who deserved the credit!

New Business:
FAR races: April 15 will be the Huron Lighthouse 5K and Half Marathon. Oct 15 will be Harvest Happenings 5K at Osborne Park.

Awards of gift certificates to Max & Erma’s were given to those who worked many races, and also to the officers. A big thank you to those who did so much for the club in 2005.

Welcome new members: Karen (Stewart) Williams, Pati Habernicht, Matt Norris, Denise Del Vecchio.

FAR is honored to have many who have earned lifetime memberships: Deb Bogden, Tom Etchill, Larry Fox, Jack Girard, Bill Greb, Geno Kubitz, Ron Leech, Jo Moore, Jim Moore, John Murray, Bob Reiber, Kelly Schiewe, Don Young, Dick Johnson.

Watch for some great recipes from the Christmas party in the next newsletter.

In February the newsletter plans to feature interviews of Deb Bogden, Gina Warnke, and David Darr who all participated in the Las Vegas Marathon in December.

The next meeting will be January 26 at Muirwood Village, 101 Landrush, Sandusky. A 7pm social with baked chicken tenders, potatoes, and salad will be followed by the meeting at 7:30. Call 419-627-2447 if you need directions. Don’t forget! ELECTION OF OFFIERS will be held at this meeting. Start the year off with a bang, get involved, come to a meeting, have fun, eat, forget about the snow, and talk with friends about all those PR’s you are going to set this year!! Hope to see you at the meting.

November 17, 2005

The November meeting was held Nov. 17 at Muirwood Village with 18 members present. Social of chili and turkey enjoyed. The minutes were read and correction that 54 attended pizza Cameo meeting.

Old Business:
The October pizza party cost the club about $500, which comes to about $10 a person. The members at the meeting felt this was not excessive. Kurt brought up the problem of liability if someone consumed too much alcohol and was in an accident. Roger responded that we have liability for events that are planned in our yearly schedule and that the pizza party would be covered under our insurance. Alternatives to an open bar were suggested, such as two drink tickets each or have free soda but pay for alcoholic drinks. No action taken at this time.

Remember the Christmas party at the Moore’s, December 15, 6:00 pm.

Kelly Schiewe, representing the scholarship committee, shared the scholarship application that will be sent to all Erie County High Schools. After a discussion about who, besides those attending Erie County Schools, should be eligible, it was moved and passed unanimously to accept the recommendations of the committee. We will see how this year goes and revise if necessary. Thanks again to the entire committee for their diligence and hard work in making the scholarship a reality. For those of you that may have forgotten, a $250 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female senior runner who will be going on to college.

A note was read from Ron Rude of the American Red Cross thanking FAR for raising money to help the victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. T shirts were given from the race. Again, thanks to the Bouman’s for organizing the event.

New Business:
FAR will be taking over the Huron Lighthouse Half Marathon and 5K. The race will be held in April.

Erie Metro Parks wish to have a 5K and 1 mile fun run as part of Harvest Happenings Oct. 15 at Osborn Park. Kurt and Chuck will be co-directors.

Roger said any member can get an upgrade on Hertz rental with the Road Runners code.

Vicki Schoen asked about using our clock for a 48 hr Bellevue choir for Guinness record, but was noted the clock does not go continual for 48 hrs.

Meeting adjourned. Next meeting will be Thursday, Dec. 15 with the X-mas party at the Moore’. Please call 419-625-7832

October 27, 2005

The October 27th pizza party meeting was held at the Cameo with 46 members present. The minutes were read and approved.

Old business:
Tom reported on the Harvest Haul and the Kardiac races. The Kardiac had the second highest attendance since it started with 200 runners.

Ray Bouman said the planning for the Hurricane Benefit run to be held at Osborn Park was going well, but some workers were still needed.

Kelly Schiewe reported that the scholarship program was ahead of schedule. And, thanks to the generosity of members and sponsors, no fundraisers are needed at this time. The scholarship application will be presented to the membership at the November meeting for approval.

New business:
Jo Moore announced that the Christmas party is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 15 at 6:00 pm. It will be a potluck supper with FAR furnishing the meats, buns, and beverages.

Richard James reported Ron Brant, minus a gall bladder, was doing very well now since surgery,

Dan Roth told of the success story of Josh Omdorff, a Huron High School cross-country runner. Dan gave a tribute to the coaching of John Hinton and also honored Dave Hammond, who recently completed his 50th marathon. Dan told of the David's faithful pool workouts at the Y while healing from a foot injury. (Dan is a lifeguard at YMCA.)

FAR's newest member, Annabelle Herzog, three weeks old, was introduced' by her Grandmother, Deb Etchill. Mom Melissa is doing great!!

Next meeting Nov.17, at Muirwood Village with social of turkey and chili at 7pm, and meeting at 7:30pm. Call 419-627-2447 if you need directions to 101 Landsrush. Sandusky.

September 22, 2005

Sept. 22 FAR Meeting was held at Muirwood Village with 21 members present. Minutes were read and approved.

Old Business:
Pizza Party: Annual Cameo meeting will be Oct. 27. FAR will furnish pizza and beverages as before, and see how expenses go for the future.

New Business:
Huron Chamber has asked that FAR conduct the Lighthouse race next spring. Kurt Loyd will co-ordinate, and Jim will work it.
Dutch Town paid $50.00.
Norwalk bill sent.

Marilyn Gladish thanked all for leukemia support as she will run Oct. 23, SanFrancisco ½ marathon !!

Race reports: Tom reported Port Clinton will be Sept. 24, and Kardiac Sept. 25.
Ray and Lindsey Bouman will plan a Hurricane relief 5K walk/run. It will be Oct. 29, 4PM Sat. at Osborne Park .
(See flyer in this newsletter )

Next meeting will be the pizza party at Cameo at 7pm. The cameo is 702 W Monroe St. Sandusky,O. Be sure to come for this annual fall fun festive occasion !!! Pizza, drinks provided by FAR.

August 25, 2005

The August FAR meeting was held Aug 25 at Muirwood Village club house with 20 members present. Social of chicken, and potato salad were enjoyed before the business at 7:30PM. The facilities of new site are very large and beautiful. It was voted to have this site as our future meeting place, thanks to the generousity of Ray Bouman at no charge !! A letter of thanks will be sent to Huron Chamber of Commerce for past years use.

Minutes of July meeting were read and accepted.

A discussion of charge for races was brought up. There is a graduated scale that is followed. This will be reviewed.

Old business:
Past race at Monroeville rented clock.
Bellevue Fr. Keith’s used our timing
Thunder in Streets, Norwalk used timing. All went well !!

Upcoming Races:
Clyde, Sept. 17
Port Clinton Sept. 24
Put-in Bay Sept. 24
Kardiac Sept.25

Scholarship report: Funds are in good shape. Alex and Kelly are working on criteria for recipients. Roger has papers for proof for matching funds if needed. Thanks was given to Loyd’s for their home and food for meetings and vitalized interest in project. Next meeting will be July 28 at the Loyd’s

A succession plan for officers will be discussed for next years officers. It was hoped Roger will stay on as membership, treas. ( It was noted our treas. is now riding a new bike !!)

Roger still has few shirts and singlets.

New business:
Ashland has a 10k Nov. 19.where cash awards given for top 5 overall both male and female. Call 419-289-5249 for info.

Paul Leslie could use any help available for Perkin’s X-Country at Perkin’s Athletic Club. Also Sept. 27 could use FAR help. Call 419-625-3563.

Pizza party will be at Cameo Oct. 27. Discussion of high cost to FAR for last year. Also insurance does not cover alcohol liability. We will keep the same this year and review for next year.

Congratulations to Deb Bogden given for Huron Woman of year !! Congratulations to Steve and Carol Vrable on their 40th anniversary-will travel to Hawaii in Jan. They also treated FAR to cooler of beverages at meeting. Gary Eckler was commended for Red Cross award. George Fosco also got honored to be named to Lorain Co. Speedway Hall of fame !!! Go George! Jim and Jo Moore will celebrate their 50th anniversary at the Clyde race, and in evening will use FAR gift certificate from X-mas to Max & Erma’s. Now that is high living !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Next meeting is held Sept. 22 at Muirwood Village 7pm social with 7:30 meeting. 419-627-2447 or call 419-625-7832 if need directions for 101 Landsrusch (off Venice Rd. to McCartney Rd. ) Be sure to come and check us out !!!

July 17, 2005

FAR July meeting was held at poolside at the annual potluck at Jim and Jo Moore’s with 56 present. The food was plentiful with delicious dishes brought by members, and the burgers and franks by chef Jim were great !! As was a hot and sunny day, the beverages were also enjoyed !

Reading of past minutes dispensed.

Old Business:
Karen Vick had informed the treas. that as we are a non profit 501C3, to check if your employment has matching funds. Kathy Hammond will look into Walmart. All accepted

Roger had shirts available to sell at cost of FAR t-shirts and singlets. Sizes limited. If interested, please check with Roger at 419-625-0221

Vicki Schoen reported the Bellevue race was flawless, and thanks to all who helped.

Also Kelly Schiewe said the Castalia race went great with 149 runners. Again thanks to the runners and volunteers !

Race report: Next FAR races will be Fr. Keith, Bellevue July 31
Clyde, Sept. 17
Port Clinton Sept. 24
Kardiac K Sept. 25
Thunder in the Street Aug. 24 7PM, Kelly Schiewe, and Vicki Schoen will co-direct.

Scholarship report: funds are coming in great from sponsors and members. Next meeting of the committee will be at Kurt and Deb’s. Kelly said he is overwhelmed at the response. More news later on this. The recipients will be invited to a FAR meeting for introduction.

New Business:
Robyn and Craig Steenblock were introduced as new members. Also congratulations to Gary and LeeAnne Siegmund on their 8th anniversary of meeting at this pool site!

Roger and Carol M. returned from recent vacations to New York, and Las Vegas. For those of you who remember Ray Thompson, he sends his hello from Vegas !! (and yes, we still have money in spite of our treasurer being in Vegas !!)

Next meeting is held at Muirwood Village Aug. 25, 7pm social, and 7:30 meeting. McCartney Rd. Directions:
Muirwood Village Office
101 Landsrush St. (next to pool)
Off Ohio 2 west, take Fremont/Sandusky exit.
Turn left bottom of ramp.
Stop sign-turn left on Venice Rd.
2 streets down take soft turn left McCartney Rd. Go ½ mile and entrance on left.
Come and try our new meeting place, compliments of Ray Bouman. If wanted, could be our permanent club house !! 419-627-2447.

June 23, 2005

The 14 members present enjoyed a delicious chicken salad, baked beans, chips and cookie social meal before the meeting at 7:30. Minutes were read and approved. There was no treasurer’s report as Roger Morschhauser was on vacation.

Old Business:
Ray Bouman thanked all who assisted with the Kelleys Island Races and reported that all went very smoothly this year. He thinks there were 360+ runners participating in the 5 and 10 K races.

Tom Etchill reported that the Vermilion Fish Festival 5 K had 149 finishers and thanked all the volunteers. Karen Vick does a tremendous job of organizing that race.

Kelly Schiewe reported that there is a need for volunteers for the Castalia Cold Creek race, July 16.

There is no Huron Booster race this year. There is hope that it will be taken over by FAR for next year.

Karen Vick will not be the director for the Woolly Bear in October. FAR may be asked to help coordinate the race for the YMCA.

Tom Etchill reported that a total of $127 was spent for new race equipment.

The Scholarship committee was pleased to announce that FAR has raised $1500 so far. $1345 has come from our sponsors. Two $250 scholarships are to be awarded at the end of the 2006 school year to a male and female graduate. Please use the form in the newsletter or donate to the fund.

Don’t forget to call Jo and Jim Moore to sign up for the pool party to be held July 17th. 419-625-7832

New Business: None!

Remember, the July meeting will be the pool party, July 17!

May 26, 2005

16 members present. Social of brats, beans, potato salad were enjoyed ! Minutes approved.

Old Business:
FAR Scholarship—Kelly has approached sponsors and membership for donations to the newly formed scholarship. A letter was mailed to sponsors and the committee will follow up personally. Many of our sponsors thought the scholarships were a great idea and were willing to support the programs with donations. Over $500 has been collected so far from sponsors and members. The committee will continue to meet and review what is needed by July. We will include in the June newsletter the scholarship information and giving form.

Our membership forms will be modified to include a section where donations could be made to the Scholarship Fund. These would be tax deductible. Chuck will keep a list of donors and thank you letters will be sent.

Kurt and Tom would like to organize a race strictly to fund the scholarships. Routes were discussed and some suggestions were Osborn Park, the old Perkins route, East Harbor State Park. More discussion to follow.

Thanks again to the Loyds for hosting the scholarship meetings, and thanks to the entire committee for all their hard work.

Kellys Island Race 6/12—Ray reports everything is set for the race. He handed out volunteer t-shirts and an assignment sheet with volunteer duties. Way to go, Ray!

Tom Etchill discussed equipment needs.
Finish cards, 2 colors $98.00
Stop watches $125.00
Megaphone $90.00

It was moved and seconded to purchase the equipment. Passed

New Business: Here’s the news you’ve all been waiting for! The FAR Pool Party will be held at the Moore’s on July 17th.

Happy 71st birthday to Jim Moore, and thanks Jo, for the delicious chocolate cake to help us all celebrate the occasion. We also appreciate the effort that goes into making the great food for those attending the meetings.
Meeting adjourned.

Next meeting will be June 23rd 7pm with social of chicken salad with meeting to follow 7:30 at Huron Chamber of Commerce 509Huron St. Bring your beverage of choice.

April 28, 2005

19 members and one precious baby! Pizza was devoured by hungry members. (We'll do a better job of planning food next time. It's all Jo's fault we ran out, as she and Jim were vacationing in Florida and entrusted the food job to a novice!)

The minutes were approved.

Old Business:
Races: Pam reported that she has received 50 pre-entries for the May 14th Marblehead race. The Bellevue race will be at the old location and information will need to be fixed on the web site. Ray is looking for volunteers for the Kelleys Island Race, June 14. Father Keith's 5K for Christ is Sunday, July 31 which is the same day as the Wakeman race. Kurt Loyd brought up the problem of conflicting race dates. A discussion was held concerning scheduling and the consensus was that we do the best we can and cannot always control other's scheduling. Some want our involvement to run the race, while others only need our clock. Roger added that FAR doesn't want to be involved in a race if we can't do a good job. We all agreed.

New Business:
Paul and Cindra Milke have moved to Cocoa, Florida. Their son Colt and the dog also made the move. Son Sky is staying in their Castalia home. Best of luck to the Milkes!

What has happened to the "Footnotes" publication from RRCA? Roger informed us that it is no longer publishing right now as it is regrouping. No news as when it will return.

Kelly moved that we review the FAR by-laws and constitution annually. There was a second and discussion. An amendment to the motion was made to add "30 days before submitting to RCAA". Motion passed.

The FAR Scholarship was discussed. Kelly made a motion to accept the proposals of the scholarship committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. See information further in the newsletter.

Congratulations to Tom and Nancy Pfefferle who are celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary with a trip to Cancun.

Next meeting will be held at the Huron Chamber of Commerce, 509 Huron St. Huron, Thursday, May 26 at 7:00 for the social of food and conversation. Bring your beverage of choice. Meeting at 7:30.

March 24, 2005

March meeting of FAR was held on 3/24/05 with 15 members present. Minutes were read and approved.

2005 Membership: 200 Members with 117 memberships.

Old Business:
FAR does have by-laws and we do have insurance, which is required if we are a non- profit organization.

The following information was omitted from last month’s newsletter. Our apologies. Upcoming races that FAR will be handling in 2005 include: Kelleys Island, the 5k for Christ@ Immaculate Conception Summerfest on Sunday, July 31st, the Marblehead Daisy Fest, Fish Festival, Vermilion June 18, and two Bellevue races.

Additional information:
Upcoming races are May 14 in Marblehead, a Bellevue race June 25th with free chicken dinner at Eagle’s club, also Kelleys Island 2nd Sunday of June, Fish Festival 5K in Vermilion June 18 (9AM, and flyers will be in next newsletter)and the Woollybear in Vermilion on a Sunday, late Sept., or early Oct. with date to be announced . The Raccoon Run in Lakeside may be July 31st and Kurt may co-ordinate a race in Wakeman. More information when it becomes available. Brian Martin will check on a Perkin’s race. We will have a chart in the newsletter when these races are confirmed. And as usual, we will need volunteers.

The scholarship committee has been meeting at Kurt and Debbie Loyd’s every other Wednesday. See summary report. The committee was thanked for their work. We will need ways to raise money for the scholarship. A possibility of putting on our own race to raise money was discussed. Voting on this will be at next meeting.

Grandfather Kelly Schiewe was congratulated on the birth of a new grandson, as son Jeff and his wife had a baby boy.

Note: For those of you who know Walter Schimpf, a super senior runner, he was injured with fractured ribs while cutting down a tree. We wish him a speedy recovery and back with us running soon as he was an avid runner at our races, and many races. We’re sure he would enjoy your good wishes.

February 24, 2005

Attendance: Vicki Schoen, Tom & Deb Etchill; Tom Pfefferle, Ray Bauman, Chuck Willis; Roger M; Kelly Schwee; George Fosco & Mike Blaszak and 1 guest: Pam Vogel

Minutes from the January meeting: Read and a motion to accept was made by Kelly Schwee, 2nd by Tom Pfefferle.

Treasurers Report given by Roger. A lengthy discussion on starting a budget for new equipment took place. Motion to accept treasurers report was made by Tom Etchill; 2nd: Tom P.

Old business:
Membership report for 2005 - 181 members. 31 members currently have NOT YET renewed. A brief discussion on why people were not paying their dues - and conclusion was made that since the dollar amount is not a major expense for members, they just simple tend to put it off and forget.

Scholarship discussion-It was decided that the scholarship committe will meet every 2 weeks to establish guidelines for a scholarship program. Next meeting to discuss scholarships will be March 2nd. Special thanks went out to Kurt Loyd and Debbie for their input and help. Ideas on what the dollar amt of the scholarships would be and ideas on where the money would come from was also discussed. Thanks also went out to Cleveland West Roadrunners club for their feedback. Vicki was asked to bring scholarship info from the Bellevue Recreation Club to the March meeting.

New business:
Pam Vogel was introduced to discuss the New Daisy Festival 5k that they are trying to get organized in Marblehead. (Sat. May 14th at 9am) Pam requested the club to supervise the race and give any input and info since this is their first race ever. Tom Etchill agreed to measure the course, while Ray Bauman and Kelly Schwee volunteered to be the race coordinators. Pam will also be sending a large packet of fliers to Vicki to distribute at upcoming races.

The Newsletter was also discussed and we wanted to encourage all members to help out by forwarding any upcoming race info to our editor: Kathy Hammond or to our Secretary Jo Moore. It was discussed that the information on UPCOMING races has not been available in the newsletter in past months only because the info was never given to the officers to get into the newsletter.

CLUB BY LAWS: It was brought to the clubs attention by RRCA that we cannot get our insurance renewed through RRCA until a copy of our By-Laws is submitted to them. Kelly agreed to check with Don Young to confirm whether FAR bylaws even exist and if not, measures will be taken to get bylaws written up and submitted to RRCA.

Upcoming Races that FAR will be handling in 2005 include: Kelleys Island; Marblehead (Daisy Fest); and two (2) Bellevue Races. The Bellevue Rec Club 5k has been moved from the Bellevue Eagles Lodge to the Robert Peters Athletic Field / Bellevue Senior High School Grounds in conjunction with their Festival and Fireworks. (Still the last Sat. in June) and a new race was added in Bellevue also: the 5k for Christ @ Immaculate Conception Summerfest on Sunday, July 31st.

Mike Blazak motioned to adjourn and Ray Bauman made the second motion.

January 27, 2005

10 members were present . Minutes of past meeting were approved.

Membership Report:
2004 membership was 223 members with 137 memberships. 2005 membership at present has 151 members with 89 memberships. We have -48, but expect more renewals yet to come in !! Please note your label on this newsletter with a red reminder for your renewal. Thanks to those who already renewed for 20005. Hope to see members be active, and enjoy club entertainment, and enjoy running or helping at club races.

Old business: none

New business:
Races will be set up in March. We have been asked to do finish at Daisy Festival in Marblehead May 14th. Flyers will be out soon. Also been asked to help at ½ marathon, and 5k Huron, April 9th. More on the Vermilion Fish Festival June 18th later, and the Woollybear in Oct.

Kelly will form a group to work on a draft for a running scholarship from FAR. It was brought up to always keep at least $1500.00 in treas. as our clock is old and may need to be replaced soon, and Tom has checked out prices.

Elections for 20005 officers:

• President: Chuck Willis (along with 1st lady Deb Dahmen !! )
• Vice President: Bob Rieber
• 2nd Vice Pres.: Kurt Loyd
• Treas.& Membership: Roger Morschhauser
• Secretary & Race reports: Jo Moore
• Newsletter: Kathie Hammond
• Web: Karen Vick

It was brought up that FAR has Bylaws and Don Young will be contacted for information. (It was noted Don and Flo are living in Bonita Springs, Florida until April.)

It was voted to start our social time at 7:00 with meeting at 7:30 starting in February.

The next meeting will be Feb. 24th with social of sub sandwiches at 7pm at Huron Chamber of Commerce 509 Huron St. Please bring any ideas you have for club or newsletter !!