Arizona Deer Association
Annual Meeting of Members and Board of Directors Meeting
June 15, 2005

Attending

Officers and Directors:

President Domenick Lopano
Vice President Mark Bool
Treasurer Craig Dunlap
Secretary Jeff Dickey
Past President Mark Bool

Pete Cimellaro                          Kevin Harris
Amanda Moors                        Stan Johnsen
Rick Rademacher                     Clay Delcoure
Chris Denham, Board of Governors

Guests:

Jim DeVos  AZGFD                                    Steve Cheuvront
Chasa O’Brien AZGFD                               Marlon Giese
Leonard Ordway AZGFD                            Mike Kannapel
Ron Sieg  AZGFD                                       Tony Abbott  MDF
Tracey Martin

        I.      Welcome and Call to Order

The president called the meeting to order at 6:35 pm, and distributed a sign-in sheet.  He reviewed the evening’s agenda.  The attendees then introduced themselves. 

     II.      Minutes of the May meeting

Pete Cimellaro moved, Mark Bool seconded, that the minutes be approved as presented.  Motion carried.   

   III.      Treasurer’s Report

A report was handed out to all in attendance.  Time was given to review and president asked for any discussion.  No discussion.  Motion to accept report as written.  Motion by Stan Johnsen, Seconded by Chris Denham.  Vote passed by show of hands no ayes 

  IV.      President asked for introductions.  At this time all present gave name and organization representing. 

     V.      President asked board of director Jeff Dickey if he would accept the position of secretary for the June meeting.  No vote asked for from president. 

  VI.      Guest speakers from Arizona Game and Fish Department regarding Kaibab winter range habitat study.  This discussion started at approximately 7:00 pm and continued until President Lopano thanked the representatives from AZGFD at 9:00 pm.  A copy of the project report will be placed with the official minutes of the meeting.     

VII.      At 9:03 pm President Lopano called for old business. 

VIII.      Membership report Tracey Martin.  Ms Martin explained that there are 531 paid members on the rolls at this time.  A dues renewal notice will be sent out on June 30, 2005 to all members.  We will send out a membership application to attendees of the annual banquet seeking their membership.   

Discussion was held on the use of membership cards for paid members, and board consensus was to discontinue use of the membership cards.  Ms. Martin was trying to locate the vendor that made the original cards but there is only one company in Phoenix area that makes this type of card.   

Stan Johnsen asked who was on the membership committee.  Ms. Martin responded that the board needs to appoint an official committee, since at this point, it appears that she constitutes the entire committee. 

  IX.      Discussion about the Deer Times magazine.  RealTree is purchasing ad space for 4 issues on page 13. Sportsman’s Warehouse is also purchasing space on page one. 

Pete Cimellaro shared that the Deer Times will be 36 pages.  He also stated that there can be 12 color pages.  More articles from the outside would be helpful. 

Stan Johnsen asked the board to view the Deer Times prior to printing as he felt offended by an article that was printed in the last issue.  Discussion incurred about this article and was stopped by the president.  Stan felt that his youth program would be affected negatively by this article.  No further discussion or action followed.   

Mark Bool stated that the Deer Times will be nominated for an award from annual awards meeting from the AZGFD committee media group.   

Chris Denham asked about having AZGFD submit articles to be printed in the Deer Times.  No Discussion. 

     X.      Habitat committee 

Ben Avery committee meeting June 18, 2005. 

Stan Johnsen inquired about habitat schedule for year.  He asked if it would be possible to    post a schedule on the website.  If we have significant projects can a mailer be sent out? 

Several projects were discussed with no immediate action being taken.   

  XI.      Discussion about a liaison member from ADA to work with AZGFD.  Amanda Moors, Steve Cheuvront and Kevin Harris all showed interest in working with game and fish.  Discussion on the type of person needed to fill the position took place.  President Lopano established a committee consisting of the 3 people listed to work with AZGFD.  He appointed Amanda as chairperson.  No vote needed. No further discussion. 

AZGFD Kaibab board discussion on the project presented.  More information from AZGFD is needed but members to agree that it is a good project so far.   

XII.      Youth Committee 

Stan Johnsen spoke about several upcoming events.  He advised Tim Tanner has access to a ranch on unit 23 for a youth hunt.   

The Deer Hunters’ Clinic will be in September, and a youth seminar will be held at the event.  Stan Johnsen to make arrangements and said he will need assistance with the seminar. 

Stan Johnsen asked about an ADA sponsored hunters ed class.  No further discussion. 

XIII.      WCC 

No Report 

XIV.      Website 

Amanda Moors discussed updates are coming and Chris Denham will send her banquet information.   

Rick Rademacher requested funds for upcoming events.  Board voted to allow up to $2500.00 to Rick for expenses.  Motion Pete Cimellaro  Second Amanda Moors.  Vote passed by show of hands.  No ayes. No further discussion. 

XV.      Banquet 

Tim Tanner to chair next year banquet.  Still investigating a backup venue if Rawhide II is not up and running.  Banquet will take place same time in April as this year.  Possible adjustment one week before or after depending on spring hunts and other events that might conflict.  No further discussion. 

XVI.      Public Relations 

No Report  

XVII.      Conservation Partners 

No Report 

XVIII.      New Business 

President Lopano stated that help will be needed for deer clinic.  ADA needs contact phone numbers and a chairman.  Chris Denham will contact Allen Taylor to chair clinic.  No further discussion.

 Discussion that Tim Tanner would like to oversee all committees for ADA.  He would seek members to help with committees and also assist on groups when needed.  No further discussion.

 Boquillas Ranch cleanup - June 25, 2005 meet at 8:00 am a Pica camp and then to Pine.  More information is available on the ADA website.   

Arizona Antelope Foundation banquet is August 6, 2005. 

Bow Hunter happening, Williams AZ  July 22-24.  Contact Chris Denham for further information. 

Tony Abbot Regional Director for Mule Deer Foundation was a guest at this meeting.  He shared his thoughts about past MDF issues and offered his assistance to ADA in the future.  He asked for a representative possibly from ADA to work with MDF.  No further discussion or action taken at this time. 

Thank you letter to banquet sponsors need to go out ASAP.  No further discussion. 

The president then called for adjournment at 11:00pm.  Motion Chris Denham

Second Clay Delcoure

Vote passed by show of tired hands.  No ayes      

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