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Clifton Park Baseball Board Meeting Notes

Clifton Park Baseball Board Meeting Minutes

Date:  Sunday, January 31, 2010, Senior Center, 6pm

  

In Attendance:, Joe McCrudden, Chris Meyer, Zelma Rivas, Gary Shields, Mark Normandin, Scott Cornell, Chuck Latham, John Novenche, Nick Grande, Donna Collins, Barry McCabe, Dave Waldek

 

Absent: Larry Pittz, Allison Bashkoff

 

Others:  Mike Barach

 

 

Actions:

1.    An email will be sent out regarding the Hitting Clinic for coaches as well as the upcoming Pitching Clinic also for coaches.  A second email will go out to all CPBL families reminding them to register for the Spring baseball season.  Registration will be closed on February 15th.  This date allows the league just enough time to prepare the team rosters, organize coaching responsibilities, review paperwork and online registration submissions, order hats (followed by uniforms), organize efforts for Meet Your Coach Night and many other administrative efforts for families and kids.

 

2.    The Sluggers Program for 8 year olds was reviewed and an email will go out in a few weeks to the Division regarding sign-ups for kids who would like to play more baseball during the Spring Season.  Commitment level and potential fees will be discussed at the March board meeting.

 

3.    League Sports Services has become CPBL’s on-line apparel ordering vendor.  Apparel will be available for purchase throughout the year on the CPBL website.  In addition, apparel will be available for purchase at all Meet Your Coach Nights (MYCN) in March.

 

4.    The results of the CPBL survey completed by families in 2009 were reviewed in detail by the board.  Survey data will also be shared with coach’s during their March meeting. In mid-June the new 2010 survey will be sent to all CPBL families on-line for completion.  In July, travel surveys will be sent on-line to specific families for completion.  And in August, All-Star surveys will be sent on-line to relevant families.

 

5.    All Division Director contact information will be placed on the CPBL website during the next month.

 

6.    The CPBL website is undergoing an all new and improved design.   A mock image of the new website was shared with board members for discussion purposes. The new website will be live by mid-March and unveiled at MYCN.

 

7.    Planning for Opening Day ceremonies are underway.  Ceremonies will be held at approximately 6pm on the Lower Quad fields on April 23rd.   The new flags will be dedicated and special guests will address the families’ gathered.  Many activities are planned for that evening.

 

8.    An updated 2010 calendar will be placed on the website this month.

 

9.    Special Guest: Mike Barach addressed to Board on his interest in becoming the new Commissioner of Finance for the CPBL Board of Directors.   The position of VP of Finance was vacated in December and filled by Allison Bashkoff which left the Commissioner slot empty. The Board is searching for an enthusiastic and dedicated candidate to assist the VP of Finance. 

 

10. John Novenche discussed the High School Sectional Games and the need for field prep (several hours of work and field prep materials required) prior to the hosting of such tournaments.   The board decided to charge the relevant HS team $100 per game to prepare the fields appropriately.

 

11. The 2009-2010 CPBL fiscal policy proposed by the Finance and Audit Committee was reviewed, covering budgetary responsibilities and purchasing procedures.  The board gave tacit agreement to a new fiscal procedure for the league that requires all Travel and All-Star Teams to manage their own budgets, including paying for umpires.  Barry McCabe made a motion for approval of the 2009-2010 Fiscal Policy, which was seconded by Scott Cornell and carried unanimously.

 

12. A meeting will be arranged for all approved travel coaches in the near future.

 

13. Cal Ripken Day at CitiField for a 2010 Mets game is under inquiry.

 

14. The January 3rd minutes were approved as edited.

 

15. During Executive Session, the following Senior League coaches were approved:

 

a.    Connie Mack – Matt Schaefer and Steve Bronder

b.    Mickey Mantle – Pat Bronder and Jason Downey

c.    22 Under – Dave Alexander, George Smith and Ryan Hazlett


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Date: 

  

In Attendance: Joe McCrudden, Gary Shields, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz, , Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande, Scott Cornell, John Novenche, Mark Normandin, Chuck Latham, Chris Meyer, Zelma Rivas 

 

Absent: Barry McCabe

 

Others:  none

  

Actions:  

  1. The Board of Directors approved Allison Baskhoff as the Vice President of Finance.  Financial report was presented.  The finance and Audit Committee will meet prior to the next board meeting and budgets will be set for 2010.  The Board will review and approve the budget (with edits, as necessary) at the January 3rd meeting.

 

  1. The Board reviewed and set its regular meetings for 2010.  A calendar of board meetings and the most current league calendar will be placed on the website for public viewing.

 

  1. Several items related to preparations for Meet Your Coach Night (MYCN) were discussed.  For example, the board is considering upgrading our website to enable parents to place apparel orders.  It was agreed that the website was an appropriate and preferred place for communication and action taking.  Regarding MYCN, three dates were tentatively set for the events for parents and players.  (Please see league calendar and save the dates.)  MYCN will include vendors (e.g.: picture vendor) and distribution of a parent packet with information on important dates such as fundraising events and opening day.

 

  1. Winter workouts will be held for five weeks and will start after the mid-winter school break on February 28th and will run through March 28th, the weekend before the spring break.   Winter work-outs will cost $65 and will last 1 hour for younger players and 1 ½ hours for older players. 

 

Winter work-outs have become extremely popular with the players and as a result each division will have a limit on the number of kids who may register.  Due to the large number of registrants, it has become increasingly difficult to reserve adequate space/field time at Hayners.  Todd Baldyga will be putting together a schedule for the league and will attempt to keep younger players at Hayners while moving the older players to the All Star Academy.   Registration for winter work-outs will open mid-December.   Todd will also lock dates for 2011.

 

  1. The board discussed the travel leagues and which is more appropriate for Clifton Park Baseball.  There are two travel leagues:  Empire State Travel League and Eastern NY Travel League.   The Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth directors will determine the appropriate league for all travel teams.

 

The board discussed evaluators for travel try-outs and whether the league should have coaches from other divisions evaluate our players.  It was felt this was not appropriate and logistically difficult.  As such, the board decided to enforce certain rules for try-outs.  For example, parents will be permitted to drop their player off in the parking lot entrance to the field but may not approach any fields; players will be required to wear their rec. uniform specifically their rec. hat and shirt as part of their try-out uniform only.  There will be a review of all evaluators each year after the completion of tryouts.

 

  1. Spring registration will be opened to families during the first week of January and will close February 15th.  

 

  1. The try-outs for Cal Ripken Majors will take place on Sunday, March 7th from 1:30PM – 5:30PM at All Stars Academy. 

 

  1. The spring 2010 Field Use Plan was discussed including accommodations for a predicted increase in the number of baseball teams.  The board will make final decisions on field use after spring registration is closed on February 15th.

 

  1. The 8 year old division will again have a Sluggers Program in addition to the 8 year old division’s travel teams.  Approximately twenty boys in the 8 year old division who are not participating on travel teams will have the opportunity play extra baseball every Sunday and will practice hitting, pitching and playing scrimmage games.  While there already are 20 boys in the 9 year old Slugger Program, the 8 year old program currently has 10 players with room for approximately 10 more players.

 

The board also discussed the pitching rules for the 8 year old division and the need to increase opportunities for players to bat and make plays in the field, while still offering an opportunity to introduce pitching at this age.  The first of two votes was made regarding allowing the 8 year olds to pitch 4 innings of coach pitch and 2 inning of player pitch with coaches coming in to pitch after four balls.  The board approved the first vote unanimously and the second vote will occur at the January board meeting.

 

  1. Opening Day for the 5-10 year old players in CPBL will be on Friday, April 23rd.  Every team will be represented.

 

  1.   The league is preparing the annual newsletter for distribution early in 2010.

 

  1. The 10 year old A and B teams will go to Cooperstown on June 19-25th.

 

  1. The board discussed the difficulties regarding coordination of pizza for the end of season team parties.   To facilitate individual team parties and preferences for party locations, it was decided that each team parent will coordinate with their coaches, if and when, an end of season party will take place.  Parents will be asked to contribute food and beverage as needed.

 

  1. The board will be discussing how to increase the availability of ice for injuries during games.

 

  1. Randy Zielinski was unanimously approved as the 8 year old division director.   Division directors will be approved during the January 2010 meeting.

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Date:  Sunday, November 1, 2009, Senior Center, 6pm

  

In Attendance: Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Shields, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz, Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande, Scott Cornell, John Novenche, John Drum

 

Absent: Al Williams, Carolyn Machina

Others:  Many Clifton Park Baseball families were in attendance.

  

Actions:  

1.   The annual meeting of Clifton Park Baseball was called to order by Joe McCrudden, President of the League.

2.    With two non-returning members, the slate of officers of the CPBaseball league was presented as follows:

·         Joe McCrudden, President

·         Barry McCabe, Umpire in Chief

·         John Drumm, VP of Finance

·         Allison Bashkoff, Commissioner of Finance

·         John Novenche, VP Babe Ruth

·         Dave Waldek, Commissioner of Babe Ruth

·         Larry Pitz, Executive VP

·         Donna Collins, Secretary

·            Nick Grande, VP Cal Rikpen

·         Scott Cornell, Co-Parent Commissioner

·         Gary Shields, Commissioner of Fields and Facilities

 

 

3.    New board positions were announced as follows:  Commissioner of Scheduling – Chris Meyers, Commissioner of Cal Riken – Mark Normandin, VP of Administration – Chuck Latham, Co-Parent Commissioner – Zelma Rivas.

 

4.    The slate was moved and unanimously approved.

 

5.    The financial report was provided and included the following synopsis of 2010 income and expenditures:

 

a)    a monetary donation from the Town of Clifton Park was spent on fields, drainage, and materials;

b)    all lower quad fields have now been resurfaced

c)    work on Field 14 includes excavation, new sprinklers and dirt re-leveling;  all to be completed by Spring 2010

d)    resurfacing of Field 11 by Fall 2010

e)    switches were moved to the upper quad for the 2 large fields

f)     new “Welcome to CP Baseball” signs

 

 

6.    The “Year in Review” and “New Projects for 2010” were discussed and included:

a)    the positive experience with Meet Your Coach night will be replicated in 2010

b)    the positive experience and explosive growth in Winter Work-Outs will aim to be  replicated in 2010

c)    the increase in Travel and All-Star teams is laudable however limited by the number of  available fields

d)    more practice space is being considered with the creation of a practice space for 12 and under, behind field 10

e)    Fall Travel Try-outs are scheduled and recognition of football conflicts will be considered in the following years

f)     The concession stand was successfully outsourced and will continue to be outsourced in 2010

g)    Coaching ranks will be expanded to bring back former CPBL players who have played baseball at the collegiate level

h)   There will be a mandatory coaches meeting before the spring season begins, to include instruction on field work, rain-outs, tarps, and hand-out materials

i)     A call for new directors was made as organization and fundraising for our league is critically important to our success.

 

The Annual Meeting concluded and the board began its monthly business:

 

7.    Joe McCrudden thanked all returning board members and welcomed new board members:

·         Zelma Rivas

·         Chuck Latham

·         Chris Meyer

·         Mark Normandin

 

8.    During executive session the following members of the Code of Conduct Committee were unanimously approved:

·         Larry Pitz

·         Al Williams

·         Kathy Boedecker

·         Jamie Farkas

·         Barry McCabe, Chairman

 

9.    During executive session the following members of the Finance Committee were approved with one abstention:

·         Joe McCrudden

·         John Drumm

·         Larry Pitz

·         Allison Bashkoff

·         Barry McCabe, Chairman

 

10. During executive session the following Director positions were approved unanimously:

·         Uniforms – Ram Boodram

·         Website – Nancy Koval

·         Tournament Director – Joe Colla

·         Upper Quad – Larry Warzak

·         Equipment – Mike Flaherty

·         Signs/Sponsorhsips – Lou Miranda

·         Coach Training – Mike Bronder

 

11. Joe McCrudden discussed the need for improvements to the spring and fall clean-ups as many people are not attending these sessions and fields need more regular clean-up.  The Board discussed a registration fee increase of $5 dedicated toward field maintenance.  A motion was made and unanimously carried to increase spring registration fee’s for the 7-15 year old divisions by $5 which will be dedicated to fields and facility improvements.

 

12.  The Board discussed the impending World Series and the fiscal pro’s and con’s of hosting the series the series in Clifton Park.  The board believes it is highly beneficial for the league to host the 13 year old World Series in 2011.

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Clifton Park Baseball Board Meeting Notes

Date:  Sunday, October 4, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Shields, Dave Waldek, John Drum, Larry Pittz, , Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande, Scott Cornell           

 

Absent:  Al Williams, John Novenche, Carolyn Machina

 

Others:  Several CP Baseball Parents in attendance

 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm and welcomed attendees.

 

  1. Joe Kaiser of Legends Photography presented the League with a check for $3,000 for contributory proceeds from photographs taken during the recreational season in May 2009.  Joe mentioned that new photograph images and packages will be forthcoming in 2010.  Joe McCrudden relayed positive feedback from the parents/coaches on the organization and management of photo-day and looked forward to seeing Legends at Meet the Coach night in March 2010.

 

  1. The Board listened to information from Mike O’Brien regarding ideas for a newly forming committee on League Safety.   Some of the idea’s and possible goals put forth by Mike O’Brien included enhancing 1st Aid Kits, rapid availability of ice for injured players, recognition of on-field health emergencies, training (CPR, AED), working with Miss Shen on protective netting and fencing, etc.   The Town of Clifton Park may be willing to contribute capital toward future endeavors of this committee.   The committee will present a plan to the board sometime in 2010.

 

  1. Follow-up from a Letter Sent to the Board on Sept. 13, 2009.   A concerned parent spoke on behalf of 23 individuals regarding minimum playing rules for post season play.   A statement was directly read to the Board.  Highlights of that statement include:  gratitude to the Board for the improved efforts in communication with league parents; lack of challenge to coaches to improve upon minimum playing time rules; request of the Board to “rein in” coaches who have “too much” flexibility regarding interpretation and/or abuse of play time rules; request of the Board not to diminish the future potential of boys playing opportunities; request for equal playing time rules for the Travel season; and a request of 4.5 innings and no more then 2 innings on the bench for All-Star Season.

 

Joe McCrudden thanked the representative for his thought provoking and comprehensive letter.  He went on to explain the often difficult circumstances of the Board in attempting to appease all requests of parents and families in the CP League. Joe reminded the families gathered at the meeting, that decisions of the Board are not made in haste but rather with intense thought and careful consideration of outcomes and consequences.   The Board concurred with the families and was in complete agreement with equal playing time rules relative to the recreational baseball season. However, no local baseball leagues have equal playing time in All Star post season play.  During lengthy discussions that ensued during the evening, the Board noted that playing organized baseball is NOT about winning, yet if Clifton Park is to compete during All Star play, then coaches can not be mired in League rules that require them to bench their top players.   Parents in attendance made mention of examples whereby Coaches abused the opportunity to compete by disregarding parent’s time commitment to their sons All Star play.

 

Another involved and concerned parent read a personal statement to the Board and offered a 3-6 rule (in All Star play) as a last resort for coaches.  Joe McCrudden reiterated some of the Leagues function including development of kids and opportunities for improvement.  Examples of his echo included the fact that the League does more for kids in C and D divisions now then ever before and he went on to explain the difficulties in scheduling field time.

 

Discussion continued and evolved into the myriad of opportunities for improvement within the league including Winter Work-outs, recreational play, Travel play and All-Stars.  It was noted however, that developmental skills are generally not taught at the All Star level.

 

In the spirit of communication and cooperation, mention was made of two important issues: 1) the League’s survey of coaches would be delivered to all parents by Monday, October 5th.  (At the time of this writing, the coach’s evaluation survey has been emailed to all families registered with the League.)   2)  Parents may email Joe McCrudden for basic and general information on their son’s performance during try-outs.  

 

While unable to document over two hours of conversation, allow the minutes to reflect that a series of consensus discussion points were reached:  the Board will investigate and implement better communication with coaches and subsequently with and between coaches and parents; minimum playing time rules; coaches will be annually evaluated and each and every written evaluation will be reviewed; communication from coaches who have previously received high ratings will be sought for teaching by example;  at the beginning of each All Star season coaches will meet with team parents as a group to review expectations and playing time rules; the Board will establish a coaches meeting early in the season to review League expectations.

 

  1. Winter Work-Outs:   Todd Baldyaga offered to organize and manage the 2010 Winter Work-Out session.   Todd will work with  Board members Dave and Nick on this endeavor.   Before the next meeting, Nick will call All Stars and Hayners to reserve slots for Winter Work-outs in 2010.   An email will go out to all Parents in the League regarding sign-ups for Winter Work Outs 2010.

 

  1. John Drum delivered the financial statement and  reported that the league has an ending cash balance of $67,000 which is ahead of last year’s statement at this time.  It was noted that several D division All Stars have not paid for their uniforms and will be prohibiting from playing in the future unless the League is reimbursed.   It was also noted that the Apparel Director will be submitting substantial reimbursements to the League for apparel purchases made throughout the season.   Lastly on the financial agenda was an important discussion of parent payments for A and B All Stars toward Cooperstown play.  It was motioned, seconded and unanimously approved that the final payment to the League for Cooperstown play Is expected on or by March 31, 2010 and the League will be reimbursed for any deposits made toward Cooperstown play by May 1, 2010. It was motioned, seconded and unanimously approved that going forward, teams are expected to make the final Cooperstown payment themselves, to the facility they will be attending, on or about March 31.  CPBL requires reimbursement from each Cooperstown team for any deposits made on that teams behalf by May 1.

 

 

  1. Dave Waldek and Joe McCrudden reported that comments on the Cal Ripken Travel Tryouts were remarkably successful and went very smoothly including the weather which could not have held longer.   In the future, no name on shirts or hats will be enforced.  Gary Shields will be talking about the 2010 date with rec. football coach to eliminate game vs. try-out conflicts. Try-outs in 2010 are tentatively scheduled for Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the Upper Quad.

 

  1. There will be a contested Board seat for Co-Parent Auxiliary as there are 2 open positions and 3 interested candidates.

 

Items added to the league calendar and checklists include: Joe Kaiser of Legends Photography who will be invited to make a presentation to the Board and deliver the proceeds check at the July Board Meeting.     

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Date:  September 13, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Shields, Dave Waldek, John Novenche, John Drum, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff,

Nick Grande, Scott Cornell   

 

Absent:  Al Williams

 

Others:  Jami Farkas, Mike O’Brien

 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.     

 

  1. John Drum shared the financial report to date and reported that the league has an ending cash balance of $60,000 which is $10,000 more than last year at this time.  Some other items shared were that the league is short in the fundraising goal by $1,500.  Fields and Facilities have $5,000 remaining.  Concession received $6,200 to date with $7,000 being projected at the beginning of the season, and also that there is still outstanding money from the All Star season that needs to be turned in.

 

  1. Mike O’Brien attended the meeting to share his ideas for setting up a Safety Committee for the league.  Some topics discussed were first aid and CPR training for coaches along with training and preparedness for player injuries or other special needs of individual players.   He also suggested requiring players to turn in physicals before playing, this could be as simple as the school physical form that parents already have on hand.  The board agreed that additional training for our coaches would be valuable and thanked him for volunteering to head this committee. 

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed the items on the league calendar and checklist.  Upcoming events are the Catybug Race on September 27th and the Cal Ripken Travel Tryouts on October 3rd.     

 

  1. Dave Waldek reported that the Cal Ripken Travel Tryout schedule for October 3rd was set.  All divisions will be on the same day in 2 ½ hour slots.  Selection Committees will gather at a later date to choose each of the teams.  New members of the Selection Committee will be proposed and approved by the board before the tryouts.  Cooperstown teams will also be chosen at this time. 

 

  1. The board discussed the current playing time rules for All Star teams.  It was brought to the attention of the board that coaches were not implementing the rules in a consistent manner, and perhaps the rules were not appropriate for all age levels as the league has increased the number of All Star teams in the Cal Ripken divisions.   John Drum made a motion to amend the current playing time rules as follows.  In any division for 9 year olds and under, team players would need to play at least 3 innings.  The 11 and 12 year old team players would need to play 2 innings in the field or 1 at bat.  The 10 year olds would be 2 innings in the field or 1 at bat for all District, State and Regional games and 3 innings minimum for all other games. These playing time rules will not apply if the game is shortened.  Allison Bashkoff seconded the motion and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek shared that the Fall Ball season is off to a good start.  Playing rules will be resent out to all coaches to clear up any confusion.  Gary Shields reported that all fields are ready for the start of the season. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared the new Babe Ruth, Connie Mack, and Mickey Mantle structure with board members.  In order to keep more kids playing in Clifton Park at this level, it was decided that the 13 and 14 year old Travel and All Star teams would stay together (division specific) and play a more competitive schedule to include some away tournaments.  The 15 year olds would now be allowed to tryout for Mickey Mantle teams.  The 14 and 15 year old divisions would eventually go to paid coaches if good “outside” coaches were available.  The CPBL would still control the selection of those teams.        

 

  1. The board discussed the drainage issues on field 14 and the need to have it renovated.  The league is working with the town to determine the cause and ways to solve them.  Field 8 was renovated this season and field 7 is scheduled to be completed in late fall.  Depending on available funds and possible help from the town, the board will decide if field 14 should be done instead of field 7, or if both can be done at the same time. 

 

  1. The board discussed Travel and All Star Commitments.  Joe McCrudden proposed that A and B All Star players must make a full commitment to the season with no vacations.  Violations of this will result in immediate removal from the team and also make that player ineligible for the following All Star season.  Players on C and D teams must disclose any vacations on their application.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff.  It was opposed by John Drum and approved by all other board members. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to add Commissioner of Scheduling as a permanent position to the Executive board of the league.  The motion was seconded by John Drum.  It was opposed by Gary Shields and approved by all other board members.  The motion was also made to add Commissioner of Babe Ruth as a permanent position to the Executive Board of the league.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. The board discussed the 11 year old division and allowing some players and coaches to opt to play on the B team when they were selected to the A team.  John Drum made a motion that Travel and All Star players will only be eligible to play on the team they are placed on by the Selection Committee.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting will be on Sunday, October 4th at 6pm at the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend.

In an e-mail vote on September 30th, the following two motions proposed by Joe McCrudden were approved by the board.    

 

 

  1. In the 7’s division, the playing time will be equal among ALL kids on ALL teams. As with the others, this will not apply to shortened games.

 

  1. For TRAVEL baseball, there will be a 3 inning minimum playing time rule which will apply to ALL teams in ALL CAL RIPKEN divisions.  This will not apply to shortened games. 

 

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Date:  July 2, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields,   Allison Bashkoff, Donna Collins, Larry Pittz, Nick Grande      

 

Absent:  John Drum, Al Williams, Barry McCabe, John Novenche

 

Others:  Chris Meyer

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 8:15 pm. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that John Drum received a request from Tom Alverson for the league to purchase new fryers for the upper quad concession stand.  The cost for the new fryers is $900.00.  After discussion on the need for this purchase, Joe McCrudden made a motion for the league to spend $900.00 for the purchase of new fryers for the upper quad concession stand.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Scott Cornell shared that the league made approximately $1400.00 on the Valley Cats fundraiser.  The board discussed the possibility of organizing another fundraiser for this season, but decided that with the number of make-up games that needed to be worked into the schedule, that there would not be many open dates.  Some suggestion made for next year are to make sure that our league families are getting the best ticket deal, and also that all tickets purchased for our league players are in the same section.    

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed the league calendar and checklist.  The major calendar item discussed was the opening of Fall Ball registration on July 10th.  The winter workout program was discussed as listed on the league checklist.  Registration for winter workouts will be open earlier and close before the spring registration begins.  The winter workouts will also end before the spring season practices begin outside.  The league will reach out to Hayner Sports Barn and All Star Academy as winter workout locations.

 

  1. Tryouts for 8-12 year olds Travel teams will be held on October 3rd.  Times and locations will be posted on the website. 

 

   

  1. The board discussed topics that came from the 11 year old All Star selection meeting.  One topic discussed was “core” players moving down, and also “bubble” players moving down to the “B” team.  This is important for the strength of the team, and also so that parents are not given the opportunity to manipulate the make-up of a team.  It was also discussed that the board support a zero tolerance policy regarding parent behavior.  The board intends to have a more in depth discussion at our next meeting. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden discussed his idea of creating a paid field maintenance position in the league.  He suggested increasing spring registration fees by $5.00 for each player to cover the cost of paying someone to maintain the fields at the upper and lower quads.  Having the fields maintained daily would improve the condition of the fields, and also give the league better control of the products used on the fields during bad weather days.  This topic will be further discussed when a full board is present. 

 

  1. Donna Collins suggested that in the future, coaches be responsible for organizing their own individual end of season team parties.  After discussion it was decided that the division director would distribute pizza vouchers to each of their coaches to be used at their end of season party.   

 

  1. In executive session a proposal was made to increase the number of league board positions from 13 to 14.  The 14th position would have the title of League Scheduler.  The board intends to vote on this proposal during the general session at the next board meeting.    

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting is on Thursday, August 6th at 8pm in the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend. 


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Date:  June 4, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields,   Allison Bashkoff, John Drum, Al Williams, Donna Collins, John Novenche, Nick Grande  

 

Absent:  Barry McCabe, Larry Pittz

 

Others:  Joe Colla, Chris Meyer, Tom Alverson, Mike Olsen, Keith Jacques, Phil Napolitano, Pete O’Connor

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm. 

 

  1. John Drum shared the financial report for up through the end of May and reported that the league has an ending cash balance of $29,000.  He also reported that the outsourcing of the concession stand has been positive, and that the league has received checks through the end of May.     

 

  1. Mike Olsen shared that specific dates and times would be set up for coaches to turn in equipment bags.  He requested that all bags be cleaned out, and that all equipment be accounted for before turning it in. 

 

  1. Phil Napolitano addressed the board to request that 2 equal teams be created this season for the 11 year old All Stars.   Because of the issues last season he felt that creating 2 equal teams from a selected pool of 24 would work best.  Some points of discussion were:  voting to amend the rules for this division only, meeting with parents of this division to discuss code of conduct, the affect that creating 2 teams this season will have on the upcoming World Series, and ensuring that a plan is developed now for future events. 

 

  1. Chris Meyer requested that 3 equal All Star teams be created for the 7 year old    division.  All members agreed in theory but wanted input from the division director and coaches from that division.  Also discussed was developing a sluggers program for the remaining players not playing All Stars.  It was also suggested that the coaches of the All Star teams run the sluggers program.  NOTE- after receiving input from the division director and coaches, it was determined that there should be two A teams and two B teams created.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden gave a special thanks to Joe Colla for the countless hours he has spent rewiring the lights on the fields to create switches in the meeting room. 

   

  1. Joe McCrudden thanked Gary Shields for going beyond the call in getting the fields ready for the sectionals that were held at the beginning of June.   

 

  1. Scott Cornell updated the league survey that will be distributed to all league families by e-mail.  It will be a simple process to fill out and send back electronically. 

 

  1. The league will be taking a collection during the Saturday games for the Cramer Family who recently had a fire at their home.  The Cramer Family volunteered for many years, at all levels, to the league.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden announced that the Clifton Park Baseball League will be receiving $18,000 from the Town of Clifton Park.  The money will be used to renovate fields 7 and 8 and also for a new equipment shed.    

 

  1. In executive session the board voted against the proposal from Phil Napolitano for 2 equal 11 year old All Star teams, and instead decided that an A, B, and C team would be created.    

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting is on Thursday, July 2 at 8pm in the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend. 

 


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Date:  April 23, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields,   Allison Bashkoff, Larry Pittz, Barry McCabe, John Drum      

 

Absent:  Al Williams, Nick Grande, Donna Collins, John Novenche

 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. 

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed the league calendar and checklist with the board.  

 

  1. The board voted on the motion from the April 5th meeting to require head coaches to participate in at least one league tryout and one winter workout session.  The motion was seconded by Allison and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to increase the youth umpire fee for Travel and All Star games from $15.00 to $20.00.  The motion was seconded by Allison and the decision was unanimous.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that the Shawn Doner’s flag project is underway.  Donations of lighting have been made by Dave Konarski along with donations from Stewarts Shops.    

 

  1. Dave Waldek reported that the Sunday Slugger program is being organized for the season.  Coach Carrese and the Shen baseball players will also volunteer their time and talents to this program.   

 

  1. The board discussed the activities for the opening day ceremonies on May 2nd.  Some of the discussion included calling all teams onto the fields, Phil Barrett throwing out the first pitch, the arrival of South Paw, and presenting the volunteer award. 

 

  1. John Drum reviewed the league contract with Tom Alverson who will operate the upper and lower quad concession stands.  The Audit and Finance Committee will approve the contract with minor changes and have it signed by Tom Alverson.

 

 

 

  1. The motion made at the April 5th board meeting to change the Babe Ruth AAA field size to 60/90 was seconded by John Drum and approval by all.

 

  1. Gary Shields gave an update on fields and facilities.  He reported that the dugout benches for fields 9, 10, and 11 were completed and that the lower quad was set for the season.  At the upper quad wind screens for the World Series fields will be installed when they arrive, the town will repair the fence on the tref field, and mounds for the World Series and Tref fields will be rebuild.  The sprinkler system has also been set for the season.  Gary stressed the importance of using the correct field mix on the fields, and that all bags will be clearly marked. 

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 4th at 8pm in the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend. 

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Date:  April 5, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Nick Grande, Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff, John Drum, Larry Pittz, John Novenche

 

Absent:  Al Williams, Barry McCabe

 

Others:   Ram Boodman, Chris Meyer, Jim Carrese

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. 

 

  1. Jim Carrese, the baseball coach from Shenendehowa, spoke to the board on several topics.  He began by sharing how pleased he was with the positive turnout at the coaches’ clinic that was held on March 14th at High School East.  The next coaches’ clinic will be held on April 11th, where his focus will be on situational baseball and will include a scrimmage with his JV and freshmen players to demonstrate his points.  Next, Coach Carrese offered to have his players participate in the Sunday Sluggers program which would give them volunteer time for college applications, and in turn, the league would benefit from having his players teach and demonstrate fundamentals to our younger players.  He also discussed a program called MBL Pitch-In.  This is a program where old equipment could be collected and given to leagues in need around the country.  He suggested this be organized at the end of the fall ball season.  Coach Carrese also shared his ideas for creating a modified baseball team.  He believes that by playing on a modified 7th and 8th grade team, it would prepare the players for high school ball, and also allow the coaching staff to get to know the players. Coach Carrese also suggested that the Connie Mack and Mickey Mantle selection process begin in late fall rather than early spring.  He also shared his “in-season” rule, which is that there is to be no community baseball for any player on the JV or Varsity rosters.  The Travel coaches should communicate with Coach Carrese and the Freshman coach regarding limited games and practices for any player on the Freshman roster.  Finally, Coach Carrese discussed having a reciprocal agreement with the league where the league would have use of the Shenendehowa ball fields when they were not being used, in exchange for help in maintaining them.

 

  1. John Drum shared the March financial statement with the board and reported that the league has an ending cash balance of over $82,000 for the month of March.  All expenses for the month were outlined in the financial statement and included such items as fields and facilities and uniforms.

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed items on the calendar and league checklist with the board members.

 

  1. Chris Meyer, the game scheduler for the league, attended the meeting to present an updated Cal Ripken schedule for approval.  Changes were made to the 9 year old division.  Changes will be posted to the website. Dave Waldek made a motion to approve the 2009 rec schedule.  The motion was seconded by Scott Cornell and the approval was unanimous.

 

  1. Scott Cornell suggested that the league set up an on-line survey system.  This system would be used for end of season league evaluations, coaches’ clinic evaluations, and coaches’ player evaluations.  Larry Pittz will check with our current LSS system for set up.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden discussed having head coaches be more involved in the league by participating in annual tryouts and winter workout sessions.  He made a motion to add to ArticleVIII of the league by-laws the requirement of anyone wishing to be a head coach in our league to participate in at least one of the leagues tryouts and one winter workout session.  This motion will be voted on at the next board meeting.

 

  1. John Novenche made a motion to change the Babe Ruth AAA field size to 60/90, which is the standard size for the Babe Ruth fields.  This motion will be voted on at the next board meeting. 

 

  1. John Novenche made a motion for all 14 and 15 year olds who are playing in Mickey Mantle not to be eligible to play Babe Ruth All Stars.  The motion was seconded by Scott Cornell and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared that the league is moving ahead with the contract for installing TV monitors to record games.  Subscriptions to view the recorded games will be $15.95 per month.  There is no cost to the league for installation or maintenance, and the league will receive 15% of all subscriptions. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that the new league signs will be installed at the quad entrances before opening day. 

 

  1. Gary Shields reported that the field cleanup days were a success with a great turnout of volunteers.  All work that was scheduled to be completed was completed.  Additional items still needing to be done are adding stone to dugouts 7 and 8, and also installing windscreens on the World Series and Tref fields. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek reported that the Cal Ripken blind drafts went very well and that the system of blind drafts has created competitive teams. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek made a motion to allow 4 coaches in the dugouts for Cal Ripken Majors and AAA.  The motion was seconded by Nick Grande and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek suggested booking the Hayner Sports Barn now for next years winter workout program, because of the large number of kids participating.  It was also suggested that winter workouts for next year be scheduled to end before the first week of April.

 

  1. The board discussed and agreed that no children are allowed to be in the upper   quad meeting room.  A sign will be posted as a reminder and state that no children under the age of 16 will be allowed in the meeting room without adult supervision.    

 

  1. In executive session the board approved Dennis Weaver as the 12C travel coach.

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting will be on Thursday, April 23rd at 6pm in the Upper Quad Meeting Room.   All are invited to attend. 

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Date:  March 19, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Nick Grande, Donna Collins            

 

Absent:  Al Williams, Allison Bashkoff, John Novenche, Barry McCabe, John Drum, Larry Pittz

 

Others:   Ram Boodman

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. 

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed the calendar and league checklist items with the board.  The weather call list document was also reviewed and updated for this season. 

 

  1. Gary Shields updated the board on the status of the fields.  The following list is  some of the things he has been working on. 

 

·         4 sets of bleachers ordered for the lower quad.

·         Lower quad netting has been ordered and will be installed by opening day.

·         Tref field windscreens/caps have been ordered and will be installed by opening day.

·         Working with the town for field mix.

·         Field mix and top coat for field 10.

·         All equipment is being repaired or tuned up for the season.

·         Batting cage nets are being replaced in the upper quad.

·         All locks in the lower/upper quad have been replaced.

·         Benches for fields 9, 10, and 11 dugouts are being installed.

 

In addition to these items, Gary discussed replacing all the tarps and windscreens     on the World Series field.  He is also in need of many volunteers to help work and maintain the fields throughout the season. 

 

  1. Scott Cornell and Donna Collins shared a document that outlined the Team Parent responsibilities.  These responsibilities include helping to sell apparel, sending reminders for picture day and organizing the end of season pizza party. The team parent will also organize their team to participate in fundraisers such as selling raffle tickets, Five Guys Dinner Night, and attending the Valley Cats Game. 

 

  1. Scott Cornell and Donna Collins distributed a copy of the Meet Your Coach Night packet that will be given out to players and parents.  Along with team rosters and game schedules, the packet includes an apparel order form, Olympia Sports and Sports Authority coupon sheets along with all fundraising information. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that the current registration is at 1,068.  Registration for the 5 and 6 year old division will remain open for the next few weeks. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that he received much positive feedback on the coaches’ clinic held on March 14th and that there was a great turnout.  Other clinics will be scheduled in addition to those already on the calendar.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that the 13, 14, and 15 year old travel teams will not play in the ENYTB program as originally planned, but continue our affiliation with Babe Ruth by participating in the ESBL.  Any player who participates on a school baseball team is not required to play on a rec team.

 

  1. Opening day ceremonies are scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd, at the lower quad from 2-3pm.  Additional information will be posted to the website.

 

  1. In executive session the board approved the following individuals as the 10 year old rec coaches:

 

 John Penmon              Mike Hyland

 Marc Quail                 Frank Belleville

 Marc Warman            Jeff Asadorian           

 Dave Hanson             Eric McMann 

 

The board also approved Paul Quigley as the 13A travel coach, Dan DeRusso as the 13B travel coach, and Andrew MacFarland as the 13C travel coach.  Tim Purcell was approved as the 14A travel coach and Jose Moreno as the 14B travel coach.  Craig Hayner was approved as the 15A travel coach.

 

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting is Sunday, April 5th at 6pm at the Upper Quad Meeting Room.   All are invited to attend. 

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Date: 

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande, John Drum,

 

Absent:  Al Williams, Donna Collins, John Novenche, Barry McCabe

 

Others:   Chuck Latham, Marc Goldberg, Ram Boodman, Paul Morris, Duncan Macpherson, Chris Myer, Bill Bishop

 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm, and asked all others in attendance to introduce themselves to the board. 

 

  1. John Drum shared the February financial statement with the board and reported that the league has over $94,000 in cash to end the month of February.  Registration is currently at $51,765 which at the end of the season is expected to be up from last year.  Expenses were paid for the month as outlined on the statement to include facility rentals. 

 

  1. Chuck Latham will work with Dave Waldek in choosing a day for equipment pickup for the coaches. 

 

  1. Each of the division directors listed above presented their list of coaches for their division for approval by the board during executive session.   

 

  1. Chris Myers shared the proposed schedule he created for the 80 Cal Ripken teams in our league.  He discussed bringing the 5 year old division to the lower quad for one of their games.  Joe McCrudden suggested that it would be feasible because during the travel season some of the fields are not in use due to away games.  These field changes for the 5 year olds will be announced as they are made.   

 

  1. There are currently 300 kids scheduled to participate in the winter workout program.  Dave Waldek made a motion to spend up to $2000, above the equipment budget, because of excess funds from the winter workout program to purchase additional training aids.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff and approval by all. 

 

 

 

  1. Coaches’ clinics are set for Saturday morning March 14th from 9-11 at High School East, and also on Saturday morning April 11th  from 10-12 at the lower and upper quads.  Joe McCrudden will work to set up clinics geared toward the younger divisions.  An information packet will also be created by Nick Grande and distributed to each coach outlining league procedures for such things as working the fields and contact information for rainouts.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared a new program from Babe Ruth that would install TV screens on each of the backstops of our 8 fields that would record each game.  For a $14.95 fee, anyone interested would be able to watch our games.  This may be a great program for out of town family members.  The cost of installation and maintenance would be covered by Babe Ruth.

 

  1. In executive session the board approved the following:

 

a.                All head coaches for the 6, 7, 8, and 9 year old divisions as presented by the division directors.

b.                Marv LeRoy, Mike Lawson, and Mike McCoy as 3 of the 6 head coaches for the Majors division.   

c.                Pete Borelli as the 9C head travel coach.

d.               The 11 year old selection committee. 

e.                The 12 year old selection committee.

f.                 Pete O’Connor as the 5 year old division director.

 

     10.  Our next scheduled board meeting will be Thursday, March 19th at 6pm at the Senior Center.  All are invited to attend.

 

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Date:  February 8th, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Donna Collins, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande, John Drum, John Novenche, Barry McCabe         

 

Absent:  Al Williams

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

 

  1. Barry McCabe outlined the Fiscal Policy from the Finance and Audit Committee for 2009.  He reviewed the report which was given to each board member that outlined policies concerning individual budget items, reimbursement of expenses, funds for deposit, and purchases made on open account.  These policies will help John Drum and the league to better track incoming and outgoing funds. 

 

  1. Barry McCabe made a motion to approve the 2009 Fiscal Policy as he outlined from the Finance and Audit Committee.  The motion was seconded by John Drum and was approved by all.

 

  1. John Drum discussed in detail the budget for the 2009 season, and provided the financial reports to all board members for review.  He reported that operating expenses will remain the same as last year.  Some of the additional budgeted items for this year will be new bleachers, a storage unit for the upper quad, net replacement, and grounds beautification.

 

  1. John Drum made a motion to approve the 2009 budget.  The motion was seconded by Donna Collins and approved by all.

 

  1. John Drum reported that an agreement was reached with Tom Alverson to take over operation of the league concession stands for the 2009 season.  The league will receive 10% of the total revenue.          

 

  1.  The board discussed changing all the locks at the lower and upper quads.  Gary Shields will complete this task.

 

  1. All league families are invited to attend a New York Mets game together on May 31st.   Look for more information on this league event as the season opens.

 

  1. Spring cleanup for the upper and lower quads are scheduled for April 4th, 5th, and 11th.   

 

  1.  Scott Cornell and Donna Collins shared with the board some of the Parents Auxiliary activities scheduled for the upcoming season.  Along with planning many new activities for “Meet Your Coach Night”, the team is working on fundraisers to include the annual Price Chopper raffle, a league trip to a Valley Cats game, dinners at Five Guys Restaurant, apparel sales, a Hoffman’s Car Wash, and also signs and sponsorships.

 

  1.  Scott Cornell reported that a new website is being designed for the league which will be more users friendly and allow the league to post more information for players and families.   The new website should be up for “Meet Your Coach Night”. 

 

  1. Barry McCabe made a motion to allow each team parent to have a vote in the annual board elections held each year in November.  The board will need to approve each team parent.  The motion was seconded by Allision Bashkoff and approved by all.     

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to donate $250 to the Shen Baseball Dugout Club.  The motion was seconded by Barry McCabe and approved by all. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared with the board a special project that scout Shawn Doner will be working on at the fields this spring.   As his Eagle Scout project Shawn will be installing lighted American flag poles at each of the fields at both the upper and lower quad. 

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting will be Sunday, March 1st at 6 pm at the Senior Center.  All are invited to attend.

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Date:  January 4, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Al Williams, Donna Collins, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande,         

 

Absent:  Barry McCabe, John Novenche, John Drum

 

Others:  Stephen Selig 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

 

  1. Dave Waldek indicated that the winter workout session registration would remain open for another month. We expect to have similar numbers as last year - around 225 kids.  The winter workout program is for 6 weeks starting at the end of February or the beginning of March, depending on the division. The on-line registration process this year is much more efficient than the manual process from last year.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that the Babe Ruth Division will host an open meeting on January 15th at the Senior Center to outline the new program that was approved by the board in December.  The purpose of the meeting is for everyone to have a better understanding of the changes for the upcoming season.    

 

  1. Larry Pittz reported that registration for the spring season is now open.  Registration will be on-line only with the link located on the home page of the league website.  Registration will close on February 15th.

 

  1. The board unanimously approved the motion made by Barry McCabe at the December meeting to change the league by-laws to allow members of any committee in the league to have a vote in the annual board position election held in November of each year.  The motion made by Barry McCabe was number 8 of the December meeting notes.

 

  1. Donna Collins reported that after meeting with several photographers, the league will work with Sports Legends Photography again this year for our team and player photos.  A display of the available packages will be set up at the annual “Meet Your Coach Nights” which are on the calendar for March 23rd, 24th, and 25th.

 

  1. Dave Waldek suggested using a blind draft system when drafting rec teams for the 8-12 year old divisions.  All of the coaches within each division would assign players to teams making sure each team had pitchers and catchers, and then assigning a coach to each of the teams.   The purpose would be to create more equal teams throughout the division, and also to allow players to experience different coaches from year to year instead of having the possibility of being drafted by the same coach each year. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared that Marv LeRoy and Marc Goldberg will be the Directors of Coach Training.  They are currently working with area trainers to develop clinics for our coaches.  The coaches’ clinics will cover pitching, catching, hitting fielding and running practice drills.  Gary Shields suggested that the coaches’ clinics be organized by division so that instruction is age appropriate. 

 

  1. In executive session Brian Zink was approved to be the 8 year old travel head coach.  The board also approved Steve Bronder and Matt Schaefer to be the coaches of the Connie Mack team, and Mike Bronder and Pat Bronder to be the coaches of the Mickey Mantle team.

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting will be Sunday, February 8th at 6 pm at the Senior Center.  All are invited to attend.


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Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Dave Waldek, John Novenche, John Drum, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Al Williams, Donna Collins, Scott Cornell, Gary Shields, Allison Bashkoff, Nick Grande,            

 

Others:  Bob Rybak 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and welcomed all, especially members new to the board.    He gave an overview of the format of the monthly board meetings.  

 

 

  1. John Drum reviewed the financial documents, for the new board members, which he sends out each month ahead of our meeting.   He reported that the leagues year end balance was $29,000.

 

  1. Dave Waldek reported that registration was open for the winter workout program that begins for all divisions at the end of February.  To date there are about 100 registrants.  

 

  1. Registration for the spring season will be open beginning December 15th and close on February 15th.  There will also be advertisement in all local papers.  Registration will be on-line only.

 

  1. Dave Waldek scheduled “Meet Your Coach Night” for March 23, 24, and 25th.  Photo day is scheduled for May 9th, and tryouts for Cal Ripken Majors are set for March 8th.  Times and places for these events will be posted to the league calendar on the website. 

 

  1. Barry McCabe made a motion for the board to approve Joe McCrudden, John Drum, Al Williams, Allison Bashkoff, and himself as members of the 2009 Audit and Finance Committee.   The motion was seconded by Dave Waldek and passed unanimously.

  

 

  1. Barry McCabe made a motion for the board to approve John Drum, Al Williams, Jamie Farkas, Kathy Boedecker and himself as members of the 2009 Code of Conduct Review Committee.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff and passed unanimously.

 

  1. Barry McCabe made a motion to change the league by-laws to say that all members of any committee in the league have a vote in the annual board position election held in November.   The motion was seconded by Scott Cornell and will take place at the January meeting.

 

  1. Allison Bashkoff inquired about the status of the concession stand for the upcoming season.  Details will be sent to board members before the January meeting and the topic will be put on the agenda for discussion.

 

  1. Carolyn Machina will begin updating the league newsletter which will be sent out in January. 

 

  1. John Novenche outlined a proposal for restructuring the Babe Ruth Division.   The 13, 14, and 15 year old travel teams would play in the ENYT, and not be required to play in the rec baseball program.  A Major and Minor division would be created for those not playing on a travel team.  The restructuring would also include a committee to discuss the structure of the Mickey Mantle and Connie Mack teams going forward.  The board discussed the proposed changes to the Babe Ruth division.  John Novenche made a motion for the creation of one 13 year old, one 14year old, and one 15 year old travel team that would not be required to play in the Babe Ruth rec program.   Each of the travel teams of the CPBL would be selected by a Selection Committee approved by the board.  The motion was seconded by Al Williams and passed unanimously.   Carolyn Machina abstained from the vote.  

 

  1.  In executive session the board approved the following Division Directors for the 2009 season. 

 

Duncan Macpherson - 6 year olds

Chuck Latham – 7 year olds

Paul Morris – 8 year olds

Bill Bishop – 9 year olds

Tom Huerter – 10 year olds

Mike McCoy – Majors

 

  1. In executive session the board approved new director/committee positions and members.  New positions and members will be posted to the website. 

 

  1. Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 4th at 6 pm at the Senior Center.  All are invited to attend.




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Date:  November 2, 2008

 

Board Members Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe,  Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Drum, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina    

 

Board Members Absent:  Gary Machina, John Novenche, Chris Berry

 

Actions:

 

1.     Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and welcomed and thanked everyone for attending.  There was a large turnout for this election meeting, to include many coaches and league volunteers.  Joe introduced the current board members and thanked those leaving for their service to the league.  They included Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, and Chris Berry.

 

2.     Joe McCrudden spoke of the state of the league, and some accomplishments for this season.

 

§  The league made over $10,000 from this year’s raffle. 

§  Fall ball had record participation this year.

§  Field 10 was resurfaced this year which keeps with the league goal of resurfacing 1 field a year.

§  The drainage system for field 14 will be corrected and the sod replaced. 

§  The league is currently moving the switches for lights in the upper quad to the meeting room.  Joe thanked Joe Colla for all his work this year on the fields. 

§  The World Series Committee completed dugouts in the lower quad.

§  The town installed drainage systems for fields 9 and 10.

§  Details for paving the lower quad have been worked out with the town.  Paving will take place in the spring.

§  The league will install welcome signs at the entryways to the lower and upper quads.  These are from the World Series Committee funds.

§  The number of players who are interested in the winter workout program, which is being planned by Chris Berry, has doubled. 

§  The league held fall travel tryouts for the upcoming season.  Some things to improve on for next years tryouts will be advanced notice of tryouts to the players, and planning full day tryouts on a Saturday in the fall.

       

4.     Joe McCrudden also outlined some league goals for the upcoming season.  They include planning coach training for late winter and spring.  Due to the new surfaces of many of our fields, field care training is needed for all those working on the fields.  Skill sessions for our players will also be planned.

 

5.     Joe McCrudden shared some of the new director and committee positions that have been created because of those who came forward to volunteer their time to the league.  Some of these new positions he mentioned included a scheduler, field director, tournament and all star directors, uniform director, webmaster, and fundraising and grounds beautification committees. 

 

6.     The positions of Executive Vice President and Commissioner of Fields and Facilities were contested.  Marc Goldberg and Al Williams were both running for the position of Executive Vice President.  Glen Shefkowitz and Gary Shields were both running for the position of Commissioner of Fields and Facilities.  Joe McCrudden asked those running for each position to speak and to share why they were running for the position, and why they would like to be elected.  Each spoke except for Glen Shefkowitz who did not attend the meeting. 

 

7.     Barry McCabe explained the ballot for the vote, and who was eligible to vote.  After the votes were counted Joe McCrudden announced that Al Williams was voted in as the new Executive Vice President, and Gary Shield was voted in as the new Commissioner of Fields and Facilities. 

 

8.     In executive session, the new board approved Ed Dempsey as the 12A travel coach, and Andy Pedone as the 12B travel coach for the upcoming season.   Bill Bishop and Jim Buffoline were approved to be the 9 year old travel coaches.  Tim Lynch was approved to be one of the 8 year old travel coaches.  Joe Colla was approved to be the 8C travel coach.

 

9.     Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, December 7th at 6:00 pm at the Senior Center.  All are invited to attend.

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Date:  October 5, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Drum, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina    

 

Absent:  Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, John Novenche

 

Others:  Dave Rossi, Mike McCoy, Joe Colla, Pat Morrissey, Mike Muller, Joe DeMarco, Kelly Saposnick, Nick Grande, Jim Douglas, Mike Olsen, Marv LeRoy,  Andy Pedone, Kathy Pedone

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and welcomed everyone. 

 

  1. Joe DeMarco addressed the board with his appreciation to Marc Goldberg and the league for the use of our fields for their games.  Joe DeMarco organizes an 18 and over adult league, and the league made the fields available to them when they were not in use.   Joe DeMarco made a donation to the league of tarps to be used on the Tref and World Series fields.    

 

  1. Joe McCrudden outlined the new director and committee positions that have been formed for the upcoming season.  They include a fundraising committee, public relations and grants director, scheduler, field’s director, webmaster, post season all-star director, umpire director, commons beautifications committee, and an apparel director.  These new director and committee positions were created because of the great response the league received from individuals who came forward to volunteer their time.  The league is still in need of a Babe Ruth post season all-star director, and a director of league coach training.  There is also always a need for additional field workers.

 

  1. Mike Olsen made a proposal to build a deck to expand the equipment room above the lower quad.  After discussion it was decided that the league would look into creating an additional space for the equipment and moving it out of the lower quad building.  With more tournaments being held at the lower quad, there is a greater need for use of the scoreboards. 

 

  1. Marv LeRoy, Dave Rossi, Mike McCoy, Joe Colla, Pat Morrissey, Jim Douglas, and Mike Muller all attended the meeting to speak to the board on behalf of Andy Pedone and his coaching skills.  Andy Pedone shared with the board his thoughts on the events with his team this past season.  He requested that he be on the Selection Committee for the 12 year old division, and if not on the Selection Committee than at least be in the room to give input. 

 

  1. John Drum updated the board on the September financials.  He reported that fall ball revenues are up $6,000.  The 11 year old Regional tournament is on the plus side with just over $1,000.  The concession stand is projected to end the season with approximately a $4000 loss.  Overall, the league is on budget for the year with being over in some areas, and under in others. 

 

  1. John Drum made a motion for the Audit and Finance Committee to be given authority to enter into a binding contract with Tom Alverson, to outsource the concession stand operations for the 2009-2010 season according to the terms of his proposal to the league on September 14, 2008.  The motion was seconded by Lori Munger and the decision was unanimous.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to allocate up to $6,000 to move the lights for the World Series and Tref Fields to the proper switches to be located in the upstairs meeting room.  The project will be handled by Joe Colla.  This move is necessary for the safety of those turning the lights on and off, and also so that access to the concession stand in order to use these lights is not necessary.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek made a motion to allow the 12 year old Cal Ripken spring travel and Cooperstown teams, both A and B,  also be named as the All Star teams.  The Selection Committee would review the performance of the players during the rec season to determine if roster modifications are warranted and if any players should be added or removed from the teams.  This would allow the teams to practice during the off season, and would also eliminate an additional selection at the end of June for an All Star team.  After much discussion the motion was seconded by Jack Bloise and was passed.  Larry Pittz, and Marc Goldberg were opposed and Chris Berry abstained. 

 

  1. In executive session the board agreed to allow Andy Pedone to attend the Selection Committee meeting for the 12 year old division, but not allowed a vote.  The board approved Tom Huerter, Warren Bundy, and Dave Hanson, as the A, B, and C coaches for the 10 year old Travel and Cooperstown team.  The board also approved Phil Napolitano, Scott Virkler, and Dave Waldek as the 11 year old travel team coaches. 

 

  1. Our next board meeting is on November 2 at 7:00 pm at the Senior Center.  This is our annual election night, and as always, all are welcome to attend. 


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Date:  September 14, 2008

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Novenche, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina         

 

Absent:  Gary Machina, John Drum

 

Others:  Scott Cornell, Tom Alverson, Mike Bronder, Bob Rybak

 

Actions: 

 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm, introduced others in attendance, and welcomed all.

 

  1. Mike Bronder and Bob Rybak addressed the board on the need to teach players fundamentals, and to work at improving skills in the off season.  They believe that there is a need to improve play for all ability levels, not only the better players, in order to create a balance within the teams.  They encouraged the league to organize fall clinics, along with the winter clinics that we already offer, for players and the coaches.  They would like to reach out to former league players who play at the college level or coach, in order to bring their expertise to the league.  They suggested that our coaches be involved in the clinics so that it would help to improve their coaching skills.  It was also suggested that our coaches be required to participate in the winter program in order to be a coach in the spring. 

 

  1. Tom Alverson gave a presentation to the board on taking over operations of the concession stand for our upcoming season.  Tom and his family operated the Miss Shen concession stand this past year and would like to do the same for the Clifton Park Baseball League.  The board will review his proposal, gather additional information and vote on his proposal for our spring season.      

 

  1. Dave Waldek and Marc Goldberg updated the board on the number of teams and players for fall ball in the Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth divisions.  Cal Ripken has a total of 26 teams and Babe Ruth has a total of 9 teams.  There was discussion about adding an additional week to the fall ball season to make up for the first week that was rained out.  A decision will be made toward the end of the fall ball season which will depend on the weather.

 

  1. The board discussed the rainout procedures for the fall ball season.  A schedule has been set for a board member to be at the fields by 9:30 each morning, to make the call concerning canceling games due to rain or unplayable fields.  John Novenche will also put out field preparation guidelines and procedures for how to work the fields for wet conditions. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden updated the board on the open positions for the upcoming season.  He also discussed the need for volunteers to fill newly created director and committee positions.  An e-mail will be sent out to the families in the league so that all are aware of the open board positions, and also where they can volunteer for director or committee positions. 

 

  1. Chris Berry will head up the winter workout program this season.  He will organize times and dates for each division.  Information will be posted on the website when it is finalized.  

 

  1. The board discussed having the Cal Ripken division conduct tryouts and select travel teams, all star teams, and Cooperstown teams this fall so that they are able to prepare for the spring season.  Jack Bloise made a motion that each Cal Ripken division conduct an outdoor tryout this fall to select travel and all star teams.  The motion was not seconded.  Dave Waldek made a motion to the board that each Cal Ripken division conduct an outdoor tryout this fall to select travel and 10 and 12 year old Cooperstown teams for the upcoming season.  The motion was seconded by Chris Berry and opposed by Marc Goldberg.  The motion was passed.  Tryout information will be posted on the web.

 

  1. John Novenche reported that field 10 has been completely redone with new sod and drainage.  Field 14 is also being worked on with new drains and additional sod.  Field grooming equipment will be serviced to begin the new spring season.

 

  1. Fall ball registration procedures will be revised by Larry Pitts to handle the many late registrants in a more effective way. 

 

  1. Carolyn Machina updated the board on the status of apparel which can be purchased at the upper quad concession stand.  She will work with John Drum to finalize the numbers for this season.   

 

  1. Mr. Trainor Sr. made a donation to the league as a thank you to the board for a job well done this season.  The board agreed to use the money to purchase a new equipment shed. 

 

  1. In executive session the board approved selection committees for the Cal Ripken divisions 8 through 12 for the selection of travel and Cooperstown teams.

 

  1. The next scheduled board meeting will be on Sunday, October 5th at 6:00pm in the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend. 




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Date:  December 7, 2008

 


 

 

March 1, 2009

 

Date:  September 13, 2009

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Shields, Dave Waldek, John Novenche, John Drum, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina, Donna Collins, Allison Bashkoff,

Nick Grande, Scott Cornell   

 

Absent:  Al Williams

 

Others:  Jami Farkas, Mike O’Brien

 

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.     

 

  1. John Drum shared the financial report to date and reported that the league has an ending cash balance of $60,000 which is $10,000 more than last year at this time.  Some other items shared were that the league is short in the fundraising goal by $1,500.  Fields and Facilities have $5,000 remaining.  Concession received $6,200 to date with $7,000 being projected at the beginning of the season, and also that there is still outstanding money from the All Star season that needs to be turned in.

 

  1. Mike O’Brien attended the meeting to share his ideas for setting up a Safety Committee for the league.  Some topics discussed were first aid and CPR training for coaches along with training and preparedness for player injuries or other special needs of individual players.   He also suggested requiring players to turn in physicals before playing, this could be as simple as the school physical form that parents already have on hand.  The board agreed that additional training for our coaches would be valuable and thanked him for volunteering to head this committee. 

 

  1. Carolyn Machina reviewed the items on the league calendar and checklist.  Upcoming events are the Catybug Race on September 27th and the Cal Ripken Travel Tryouts on October 3rd.     

 

  1. Dave Waldek reported that the Cal Ripken Travel Tryout schedule for October 3rd was set.  All divisions will be on the same day in 2 ½ hour slots.  Selection Committees will gather at a later date to choose each of the teams.  New members of the Selection Committee will be proposed and approved by the board before the tryouts.  Cooperstown teams will also be chosen at this time. 

 

  1. The board discussed the current playing time rules for All Star teams.  It was brought to the attention of the board that coaches were not implementing the rules in a consistent manner, and perhaps the rules were not appropriate for all age levels as the league has increased the number of All Star teams in the Cal Ripken divisions.   John Drum made a motion to amend the current playing time rules as follows.  In any division for 9 year olds and under, team players would need to play at least 3 innings.  The 11 and 12 year old team players would need to play 2 innings in the field or 1 at bat.  The 10 year olds would be 2 innings in the field or 1 at bat for all District, State and Regional games and 3 innings minimum for all other games. These playing time rules will not apply if the game is shortened.  Allison Bashkoff seconded the motion and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Dave Waldek shared that the Fall Ball season is off to a good start.  Playing rules will be resent out to all coaches to clear up any confusion.  Gary Shields reported that all fields are ready for the start of the season. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared the new Babe Ruth, Connie Mack, and Mickey Mantle structure with board members.  In order to keep more kids playing in Clifton Park at this level, it was decided that the 13 and 14 year old Travel and All Star teams would stay together (division specific) and play a more competitive schedule to include some away tournaments.  The 15 year olds would now be allowed to tryout for Mickey Mantle teams.  The 14 and 15 year old divisions would eventually go to paid coaches if good “outside” coaches were available.  The CPBL would still control the selection of those teams.        

 

  1. The board discussed the drainage issues on field 14 and the need to have it renovated.  The league is working with the town to determine the cause and ways to solve them.  Field 8 was renovated this season and field 7 is scheduled to be completed in late fall.  Depending on available funds and possible help from the town, the board will decide if field 14 should be done instead of field 7, or if both can be done at the same time. 

 

  1. The board discussed Travel and All Star Commitments.  Joe McCrudden proposed that A and B All Star players must make a full commitment to the season with no vacations.  Violations of this will result in immediate removal from the team and also make that player ineligible for the following All Star season.  Players on C and D teams must disclose any vacations on their application.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff.  It was opposed by John Drum and approved by all other board members. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to add Commissioner of Scheduling as a permanent position to the Executive board of the league.  The motion was seconded by John Drum.  It was opposed by Gary Shields and approved by all other board members.  The motion was also made to add Commissioner of Babe Ruth as a permanent position to the Executive Board of the league.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. The board discussed the 11 year old division and allowing some players and coaches to opt to play on the B team when they were selected to the A team.  John Drum made a motion that Travel and All Star players will only be eligible to play on the team they are placed on by the Selection Committee.  The motion was seconded by Allison Bashkoff and the decision was unanimous. 

 

  1. Our next scheduled board meeting will be on Sunday, October 4th at 6pm at the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend.
Sunday, December 7, 2009, Senior Center, 6pm

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 Date:  June 5, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, John Novenche, John Drum, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina           

 

Absent:  Sharon Pizzo, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina,

 

Others:  Joe Colla, Jami Farkas, Tony Giunta, Brian Rochford

 

Actions:

 

1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm.   

 

2.  Joe Colla spoke to the board about wiring the Tref Field so that the shut off for the lights was outside of the concession stand.  This would then allow the coaches to turn off lights after their games.  Joe Colla will get back to the board with an exact quote for the cost. 

 

3.  John Drum gave board members the financial statement for the period ending May 31, 2008 for review.  Some topics discussed from the report were concession, fields and facilities, and the ATM.   John Drum also made a motion to exclude all executive board members from the CPBL’s workers compensation policy.   The motion seconded by Marc Goldberg and passed unanimously. 

 

4.  Larry Pittz will send an e-mail out to the league requesting that raffle tickets be turned into the concession stands by June 15th. 

 

5.  John Novenche discussed having the coaches for the home team be responsible for shutting down the quad.  This would include making sure all equipment is returned to the garage, and turning off lights. 

 

6.  The board discussed many topics concerning the concession stands.  Some topics covered were hiring additional shift supervisors, increase training for all workers, ensuring that the concessions are opened on time, and the costs of additional help vs. longer lines.

 

7.  Joe McCrudden reported to the board that all our All Star coaches must take the certification course.

 

8.  The board decided that league surveys will be distributed to coaches for parents to fill out during end of season pizza parties, if not before.  Carolyn will have copies made and distribute to division directors.

 

9.  Brian Rochford who is from the Cal Ripken AAA division attended the meeting to share the concerns he had with nails poking through the roof of the dugout on field 14, and also about having clay on the pitching mound.  He also requested that the board look into constructing additional batting cages. 

 

10.  Jack Bloise, who is the chairman for the Tryout and Selection Committee, shared with the board the progress that the committee has made.  The committee believes that it is best for a group of individuals from each division be chosen to form a selection committee to pick the players on each team.  During this selection two board members would also be present to ensure that the selection was fair to all players.  Jack Bloise also shared with the board a listing of individuals chosen to be on each selection committee for divisions 7 through 12 to choose All Star teams. 

 

11.  After some discussion, Jack Bloise made a formal proposal that an All Star selection committee be formed for each Cal Ripken division with the purpose of selecting All Star teams.  Each selection committee would be approved by the board, and the selection process would be overseen by at least 2 board members.  The motion was seconded by John Drum and passed unanimously.   

 

12.  Jack Bloise distributed a listing of the proposed individuals for each of the All Star selection committees, for each Cal Ripken division.  All individuals chosen were made up of travel and rec coaches, who would best know the skills of each player.  After review of the list, Jack Bloise made a motion for the board to approve the individuals on each of the selection committees.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche and passed unanimously. 

 

The next scheduled board meeting will be on Thursday, July 10th at 8 pm in the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend.


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Date:  May 4, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Gary Machina, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Sharon Pizzo, Barry McCabe, Lori Munger, Carolyn Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Larry Pittz

 

Absent:  John Novenche, John Drum

 

Others:  Tony Giunta, Chris Fama, John Muller

 

 

Actions:

 

Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm.   

 

1.  Joe McCrudden made a motion that board meetings for the months on June, July, and August, be held on Thursday evenings at 8:00 pm, due to conflicts with the Sunday travel schedule.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and passed unanimously. 

 

2.  John Muller attended the meeting to request that his son Mark be eligible for consideration to play on the 11 year old All Star team.  He explained that his family moved out of state last year due to a job change, and this year have returned. 

 

3.  Joe McCrudden asked the board for input about having individual Cooperstown teams fundraise through the league for their upcoming trips.  The board agreed that Cooperstown teams should not be using the league for additional fundraising as our families are already supporting the league. 

 

4.  Sharon Pizzo and Lori Munger were complimented by the board on all the work and positive changes that they have made to both concession stands.

 

5.  The board discussed creating a call list for when cancellation of games due to weather, is left up to the discretion of individual coaches.  During these times it is important that concession staff and umpires be notified of cancelled games.  For off-site games, the division directors will decide on the cancellation of games, as it does not affect umpires or concession.

 

6.  Dave Waldek made a motion to have the pitching limitations for travelgames be set at 70 pitches per game, excluding warm-ups.  The 2 inning limit rule would be excluded for travel games.  The motion was seconded by Sharon Pizzo and passed unanimously.

7.  The board discussed two options in forming the 13U Babe Ruth Travel team.  The options were to have an 18 player roster, or a 15 player roster.  A motion was made by Joe McCrudden that the 13U Babe Ruth Travel team have a 15 player roster, which is consistent with league rules.  The motion was seconded by Chris Berry.  Marc Goldberg was opposed.  The motion was passed. 

 

8.  The board discussed forming a Selection Committee, which would be made up of past Rec and Travel coaches, to draft the 13U Travel team.   Joe McCrudden made a motion to create a 5 person committee that would draft the 13U Travel team.  The motion was seconded by Larry Pittz and passed unanimously.

 

9.  In executive session the board approved of the following:

 

      a. Tim Purcell as the 13U Babe Ruth Travel coach.

b. Joe Colla, Gary Machina, Tony Giunta, Tim Purcell, and

     Marc Goldberg, to make up the 13U Travel Selection Committee.


10.  The next scheduled board meeting will be on Thursday, June 5th at 8 pm at theupper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend.   


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Date:  April 24, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina     

 

Absent:  Chris Berry, Barry McCabe, John Novenche, John Drum

 

Others:  Jami Farkas

 

Actions:

 

1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.   

 

2.  Joe McCrudden made a motion to amend the minutes of the March 2nd board meeting to read: “The town of Clifton Park was working with Miss Shen on the scheduling of fields.  They resolved the issues to the satisfaction of both.”  The motion was seconded by Dave Waldek and approved by all. 

 

3.   Joe McCrudden reported that the sprinkler systems were up and running for all fields.  He also reported that dugouts for fields 9 and 10 would be completed in the next few weeks. 

 

4.  Dave Waldek proposed that all teams be given medical kits.  During these past few weeks of practices, the concession stand has not been open to access ice for minor injuries.  After some discussion it was decided that teams would be given medicals kits, and also that a schedule would be developed by Joe McCrudden and Carolyn Machina to ensure that a board member is at the fields during practices and games.   

 

5.  Sharon Pizzo reported that both upper and lower concession stands are set for opening day.  The league has hired 25 counter helpers and 10 shift supervisors to work at the upper and lower quad concession stands.

 

7.  Carolyn Machina reported that 4 applications for the CPBL Scholarships were received.  A committee consisting of Dave Waldek, John Drum, Jack Bloise, and Larry Pittz were asked to review the applications and make recommendations to the board.  The committee proposed that Bryan Hunter and Brady Farkas be the recipients of the two scholarships.   Carolyn Machina made a motion for Bryan Hunter and Brady Farkas to be the recipients of this year’s scholarships.  The motion was seconded by Joe McCrudden and passed unanimously.  

8.  Carolyn Machina made a motion to award the recipients of the CPBL Scholarships each a check for $750.00 instead of each a $750.00 saving bond as was awarded in the past.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and passed unanimously.

 

9.  In executive session the board approved of the following.

 

      a. Assistant coaches for Cal Ripken Majors.

      b. Head coaches and assistant coaches for the 12B Travel team.

      c. Head coaches and assistant coaches for the 12B Cooperstown team.

 

10.  Through e-mail on April 24, 2008, John Drum made a motion to exclude all unsalaried executive board members from CPBL’s workers compensation policy.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and was approved by all.

 

11.  The next scheduled board meeting will be on Sunday, May 4th at 8:00 pm at the upper quad meeting room.  All are invited to attend. 
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Date:  April 6, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, John Novenche, John Drum, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina   

 

Absent:  Sharon Pizzo, Lori Munger

 

Others:  Chris Fama, Peter Kalish, Chris Cuttita, Tony Giunta, Chris Cox, Jose Moreno, Ed Dempsey, Chris Jupin, Tim Purcell

 

Actions:

 

1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm, asked others in attendance to introduce themselves to the board, and welcomed all.

 
2.  John Drum shared with the board the monthly financial statement for the period ending March 31st, which included revenues from the winter programs and spring registration.

 

3.  Jose Moreno attended the meeting to request that his son be allowed to participate in the Dreams Park trip with the Cooperstown A team.  He initially showed no interest in having his son be on a Cooperstown team, but after learning the results of his son’s tryout, decided to make the request.  Joe McCrudden made a motion to allow Tony Moreno to participate in the Dreams Park trip with the Cooperstown A team.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and approval by all.  John Novenche abstained from the vote. 

 

 4.  Larry Pittz updated the board on the current registration.  The current total for 5 through 15 year olds is 1,085.  This is an increase of over 60 players from last year.

 

5.  John Novenche reported that there was a good turnout for the first field cleanup.  Dugouts for field 9 will be constructed this month, along with fence repairs to the upper and lower quads.  
 
6.  Board members and others in attendance had a productive conversation concerning tryouts and the selection process for Travel, All Star, and Cooperstown teams.  Some of the suggestions and topics that were discussed are listed below. 

  

  • Coaches of each division should rank players together in order to create consistent coach to coach ratings for each of the players.
  • Design a ranking system of the players to include prior years ranking by coaches.
  • Tryouts to be used only as a tool in selection.
  • Create provisions for new players to the league.
  • Choose the “right” coaches for our teams.
  • Let coaches pick their own team which the board and a committee would oversee. 
  • Organize outdoor tryouts in the fall for the following season.
  • Design tryouts that span several days.
  • Create a fairness committee.
  • Eliminate extra players in the pool to be drafted. 
  • Develop a committee of parents, board members and coaches to make changes to the current league procedures for tryouts and selection of teams.

 7.   Joe McCrudden made a motion that all coaches within a division, including 2 travel coaches, will meet together at the end of the rec season to rate each of the players within the division.  All teams must have an assistant coach attend if the head coach cannot be present.  The motion was seconded by Marc Goldberg and passed unanimously.

  

8.  A “Tryout and Selection Committee” was created to design and implement new procedures for Travel, All Star, and Cooperstown teams for the upcoming season.  The following individuals volunteered to serve on the committee.  Gary Machina, John Drum, Jack Bloise, Chris Cox, Chris Fama, Tony Giunta, Chris Berry, John Novenche, and Joe McCrudden.  Jack Bloise will be the Chair for this committee.   

  

9.  Marc Goldberg updated the board on the Babe Ruth division.  AAA will have 6 teams and Majors will have 5 teams.  Tryouts for travel teams will be announced later this month. 

  

10.  Dave Waldek finalized the game schedule for the Cal Ripken division, and made a motion to have the board approve the schedule.  The motion was seconded by Gary Machina and passed unanimously. 

 

11.  Barry McCabe made a motion to amend the lightning policy from a 20 minute wait to begin or resume play to a 30 minute wait to begin or resume play.  The motion was seconded by John Drum and passed unanimously. 

  

12.  Following a discussion of pitch counts by the board, Joe McCrudden made a motion to limit Cal Ripken pitchers to 2 innings per game or a maximum of 70 pitches per game, to include on field warm-up pitches.  The motion was seconded by Larry Pittz and passed unanimously.

 

 

13.  The board in executive session approved the following:

 

1.      Scott Virkler as head coach of the 10C Travel Team.

2.      Head coaches and assistant coaches for all travel teams.

3.      Payment for 3-umpire games.  


The next scheduled board meeting will be on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00 at the upper quad meeting room.  All are welcome to attend. 

 

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Date:  March 13, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, John Novenche, Chris Berry, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina

 

Others:  Jami Farkas, Scott Cornell, Duncan MacPherson, Chuck Latham

 

Absent:  Sharon Pizzo, Lori Munger, John Drum, Marc Goldberg

 

Actions:

 

1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and welcomed all.   

 

 

2.  Scott Cornell updated the league on sponsorship.  To date the league received $11,800 in sponsors.  Bellinis and Dakotas restaurants along with Hoffmans Carwash have also offered fundraising plans that the league can take advantage of.     

 

3.  Dave Waldek and Larry Pittz updated the board on current registration numbers for each division.

 

4.  Duncan MacPherson, director of the 5 year old division, and Chuck Latham, director of the 6 year old division, presented the league with their lists of head coaches for approval.  

 

5.  The league will put a “porta potty” at Okte and Tesago for the baseball season.  The cost will be $170 for each. 

 

6.  Joe McCrudden shared that the league will again host the “Wooden Bat Tournament”.  Information will be posted to the website when dates are finalized. 

 

7.  Joe McCrudden made a motion for the Connie Mack and Mickey Mantle player fees to be increased to $350.  Seconded by Gary Machina and passed unanimously. 

 

8.  Joe McCrudden presented Jami Farkas with an Outstanding Service Award.   The plaque was given from the board to recognize and thank her for all of her years of service to the league. 

 

9.  Jack Bloise discussed having defibrillators available at the lower and upper quads.  He will report back to the league with additional information, including training. 

 

10.  Gary Machina was asked to add our list of sponsors, possibly with logos, to the league website.

 

11.  Joe McCrudden made a motion to rescind the rule that says each coach must hand in two baseballs after each game.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche and passed unanimously. 

 

12.  The board in executive session approved the following:

 
a. Head coaches for the 5, 6, and 7 year old divisions.
b. Head coaches for the Majors division.
c. Jack Bloise and Peter Kalish as AAA travel coaches.

 

13.   The next scheduled board meeting will be Sunday, April 6th at 6:00 pm at the upper quad meeting room.  All are welcome to attend.


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Date:  March 2, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Novenche, John Drum, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Carolyn Machina

 

Others:  Ted Kruk, Keith Jacques

 

Absent:  Larry Pittz

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.   

 

  1. John Drum gave the board members a financial statement for the month of February and reviewed each of the items. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden shared the current registration numbers for each division from a spreadsheet that was created by Larry Pittz.  Dave Waldek led a discussion to decide on the number of teams/players for each division.

 

  1. Marc Goldberg updated the league on the registration numbers for the Babe Ruth division.  He reported that directors for Majors and AAA have not been chosen.  Two individuals have expressed interest in being the Majors director.  Marc Goldberg will review both and make a decision.

 

  1. A motion was made by Joe McCrudden to pay a field consultant to work with John Novenche to improve fields and facilities.   John Drum seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously.  The amount approved to pay the consultant was $1800.

 

  1. Dave Waldek provided the board with a listing of the 2008 Tryout Evaluators for review.  All tryout dates are set and have been scheduled at various locations.  All tryout information has been posted to the website.

 

  1. A motion was made by Joe McCrudden that the players of the 10 year old Cooperstown team that were chosen this past fall, also be the players for the A Travel Team.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche.  Keith Jacques pointed out that all players from the winter workout program were being looked at as possible additions to the team depending on their skills.  Four board members abstained from the vote.  The motion passed unanimously with the remaining board members.

 

  1. Keith Jacques attended the meeting to share and get approval of his head coach selections for the 10 year old division.  The board reviewed his selections in executive session.  

 

  1. John Novenche has secured a slot at the All Star Village in Cooperstown for a 12 year old B team for the week of June 21st.  Joe McCrudden made a motion that a deposit be sent to Cooperstown All Star Village.  The motion was seconded by Chris Berry and passed unanimously.  

 

  1. The Coaches Clinic which has been organized by Peter Kalish is scheduled for Saturday, April 5th at the Upper and Lower Quad.  The clinic will begin with a “Green and White” scrimmage which will be played by the Shen varsity team players.  The scrimmage will be followed by two separate clinics for the coaches, one at the lower quad and the other at the upper quad.  All coaches are expected to attend.

 

  1. Ted Kruk attended the meeting to share and get approval of his head coach selections for the 8 year old division.  The board reviewed his selections in executive session.  Joe McCrudden asked for Ted’s opinion about having an 8 year old travel team.  Ted thought that there would be an interest based on the numbers in the sluggers program, and that there would be enough players for a travel team, and also to continue the sluggers program.  He also thought that there would be coaches interested in coaching a travel team.    

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to authorize the use of $1000 to be taken from the Capitol Expenditure Fund for the purchase of a golf cart for concession stand use.  The motion was seconded by John Drum and passed unanimously. 

 

  1. After discussion initiated by Gary Machina, it was decided that the coaches seminar, which was to focus on CPBL policies and procedures, would not be possible with our current schedule.  It was suggested that a meeting of the directors be held that would cover these topics.       

 

  1. Joe McCrudden asked the board members to give thought to the use of pitch counts in our league.   Board members will bring their ideas to discuss at the next meeting. 

 

  1. The board reviewed the upcoming “Meet Your Coach Nights”.  Coaches and division directors are asked to be there approximately ½ hour early.  Packets to be distributed by coaches are set, along with the PC raffle tickets that will also be handed out. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden informed the board that all Travel and All Star coaches will need to be certified according to Babe Ruth rules.  It is still unclear whether or not rec coaches will also need to be certified.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden reported that an agreement was reached between Miss Shen Softball and the Town of Clifton Park who wanted to take over scheduling of games on the Miss Shen fields.  Miss Shen will continue to schedule their own games and others will have use of the fields when they are not in use by Miss Shen teams.

 

  1. Joe McCrudden made a motion to donate $250 to the Shen Dugout Club, as in past years.  The motion was seconded by Gary Machina and was passed unanimously. 

 

  1. The board in executive session approved  the following.

 

a.       Duncan MacPherson as the T-ball Director.

b.      Head coaches for the 10 year old division. 

c.       Head coaches for the 8 year old division.

d.      Head coaches for the 9 year old division.

e.       Matt Schaefer as the head coach for Connie Mack.

f.        Roger Mason as head coach for Mickey Mantle.

a.       Steve Bronder as assistant coach for either Connie Mack or Mickey Mantle.

 

20.  The next scheduled board meeting will be Thursday, March 13th at 6:00 at the  Senior Center.  All are welcome to attend.

 

 

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Date:  February 10, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Novenche, John Drum, Chris Berry, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina         

 

Absent:  Marc Goldberg, Gary Machina

 

Others:  Scott Cornell, Peter Kalish, Carol Ann Lemon, Shawn Conroy, Mr. and Mrs. Conroy

 

Actions:

1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm and welcomed all.   Joe presented Sean Conroy with an award for being selected, along with Reid Cunningham, to the 2007 Babe Ruth All State Team.  They were both selected based on their outstanding performance this past summer playing in the 15U State Tournament.

 

2.  John Drum gave the board an update on the financial report for the month.  He outlined money taken in from registration and also bills paid.

 

3.  Larry Pittz gave an update on the status of spring registration.  He will send out another e-mail and also post a notice in the Community News so that those who haven’t registered can do so by the deadline of February 29th.

 

4.  Peter Kalish has organized training for all coaches which will be held at the beginning of the season.  Peter also reported that dates for tryouts for all divisions, including travel teams, have been set.  Cal Ripkin Majors division and the 11 year old Travel teams will be held on March 16th at All Star Academy.  12 year old travel and Cooperstown tryouts will be on March 30th at the Adirondack Sports Complex.  The 9 and 10 year old divisions will have tryouts on March 30th at the High School East gymnasium.

 

5.  Joe McCrudden made a motion to hold a tryout for the Babe Ruth 13 and 14 year olds who want to play in the Majors division.  All 15 year olds would automatically be placed in the Majors division and based on the number of teams; the remaining slots would be filled with eligible 13 and 14 year old players.  A pool of eligible 13 and 14 year old players would be created by the CPBL sponsored tryout.  This pool of eligible players shall be 25% more than the actual number needed to be filled.  For example, if there 20 slots available, then the pool of 13 and 14 year olds shall be the TOP 25 players.  The coaches can then draft any player from this pool to fill out the rosters.  The motion was seconded by Chris Berry.  The motion was passed unanimously.  Joe made a second motion to state that any 13 year old who played in the Majors division last year would be grandfathered into the Majors division this year.  The motion was seconded by Jack Bloise and passed unanimously. 

 

6.  Joe McCrudden informed the board of the mandate from Babe Ruth that all coaches receive certification training.  It was questioned whether or not this training could take place for all coaches at one time, or would each coach have to go online individually to complete the training at a cost of $20 per coach?  It was decided that all of our coaches could not gather at one time.  The board will discuss this issue at a later date.

 

7.  Carolyn Machina discussed idea of having apparel to sell at “Meet Your Coach Night” and also on opening day.  After opening day, apparel will be sold from the concession stand.  All board members were open to this idea, and Carolyn will work with Sharon Pizzo and Lori Munger on this project.

 

8.  Carolyn Machina proposed that CPBL adapt a standard uniform for all players on each of our All Star teams.  Some samples were shared with the board, and after some discussion all agreed on having one standard uniform.  Carolyn will work with Carol Ann Lemon, the new uniform director, to choose a uniform.

 

9.  Chris Berry informed the board that 247 players were signed up for the winter workout program.  He suggested that with these large numbers scheduling for next year could be done sooner so that the league is given additional days and times.

 

10.  Dave Waldek reported that the practice and game schedule for Cal Ripkin is complete.  It will be posted to the web site. 

 

11.  The board discussed selecting an A and B Cooperstown team for the 12 year old division.  Dave Waldek made a motion that the 12 year old Cooperstown tryout be held at the Adirondack Sports Complex.  The motion was seconded by John Novenche and passed unanimously. 

 

12.  Joe McCrudden reported that he was contacted by Bellinis Restaurant with a fundraising proposal that would give the league a 5% return on the bill of any of our families who dined there.  All agreed that the league would benefit.

 

13.  In executive session the board approved John Novenche as the coach for the 12 A Cooperstown team.

 

14.  The next scheduled board meeting will be Sunday, March 2nd at 6:00 at the Senior Center.  All are welcome to attend.

 

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Date:  January 6, 2008

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, Jack Bloise, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Sharon Pizzo, John Novenche, John Drum, Chris Berry, Marc Goldberg, Larry Pittz, Carolyn Machina      

 

 

Others:  Tony Giunta, Kurt Bauerschmidt, Scott Cornell, Allison Bashkoff

 

Actions:

 

  1. Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 6:00pm, introduced others in attendance, and welcomed all.   

 

  1. Scott Cornell, Director of Signs and Sponsors, attended the meeting to gather information from the board and to brainstorm new ways of increasing sponsors. He would like to see each team have a sponsor.  Scott will be provided with a list of past sponsors from which to build from.   Some other ideas to increase sponsorship were;

 

    1. Adding a pop-up to the registration.
    2. Creating an advertisement booklet of sponsors.
    3. Creating a tab on the web for a link to the sponsors businesses.
    4. Adding a section on the newsletter for sponsors to contact the league.

 

  1. Barry McCabe discussed new policies of the Finance and Audit Committee in a handout he distributed concerning individual budgets, reimbursements of expenses, and purchases made on account.  The committee also developed a “Request for Reimbursement” form which must be submitted along with a receipt to John Drum for reimbursements.  These new policies were developed in order to have greater accountability of funds.  A motion was made to approve these new policies, Joe McCrudden seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously.     

 

  1. John Drum reviewed each of the budget items for the 2008 budget.  The budget included funds to cover the hiring of 2 shift supervisors and 3 counter helpers to be used at both the lower and upper quad concession stands.  John Drum made a motion to approve the hiring of concession workers, seconded by Sharon Pizzo.  Marc Goldberg was opposed to the idea of hiring individuals to work in the concession stand.  He believes that to this date we have been an all volunteer organization and that we should continue to be so.  The motion was passed.   

 

  1. John Drum made a motion to increase registration fees by $5 for t-ball players, $10 for 6 & 7 year old players, and $15 for all other divisions up to and including 15 year olds.  The motion was seconded by Dave Waldek and passed unanimously.  John Drum made the motion for the approval of the 2008 budget, seconded by Barry McCabe and was passed unanimously. 

 

  1. Allison Bashkoff, the Parents Auxiliary Treasurer, asked if additional information could be put on the website, for example, pictures of players and teams.  Sharon Pizzo shared information she had of a program at the high school that involved website design.  She will pass along her information to Gary Machina.   

 

  1. Marc Goldberg inquired about using “In Good Standings” to create our team schedules this year.  With the changes being made in the concession stand there will be a need for greater coordination.  Jack Bloise suggested setting up a committee to research scheduling and how to better improve coordination among all that it will affect.     

 

  1. Larry Pittz updated the board on spring registration.  Registration will be open through February 29th with a late fee of $25 for those posted after this date.  A notice will be in the Community News and in the league newsletter.  The registration form will also include an item requesting sponsorship.

 

  1. Chris Berry reported that the winter workouts are set to begin the last week in February.  The number of players registered has doubled from last year.  He will assign players to timeslots and do his best to accommodate all requests.

 

  1. Jack Bloise shared that the Price Chopper Raffle is set to go.  Parents will receive information at “Meet Your Coach Night” in March.

 

  1. Dave Waldek will organize the Majors Division tryouts.  They will be held at the All Star Academy on Sunday March 16th. 

 

  1. Joe McCrudden asked for suggestions on how to draft teams for the Babe Ruth Division, and questioned whether there should be a tryout.  This idea was discussed by the board with no resolution.

 

  1. Marc Goldberg introduced the idea of having an 18-22 year old recreational league.  He will gather more information and report back to the board. 

 

  1. Marc Goldberg suggested that the board reach out to the town now with a request for the CPBL to have future use of the land which is currently the soccer fields. 

  

  1. Allison Bashkoff spoke to the board with her idea that youth umpires should be paid on a weekly bases and from a fund separate from the concession stand register.  She believes that paying them after each game is disruptive to the concession stand at the end of each game, and that it is difficult to keep track of the forms that each umpire is required to have signed by each coach.  Allison will be meeting with Sharon Pizzo, Lori Munger and Jack Bloise, and will make a formal recommendation at the next board meeting.    

 

  1. Gary Machina updated the board on the coaches’ clinic that will be scheduled for two evenings in March.  The purpose of this clinic is not to teach coaching skills, but instead to teach coaches the policies and procedures that go along with being a coach in the CPBL.    

 

  1. The next scheduled board meeting will be Sunday, February 10th at 6:00pm at the Senior Center.  All are welcome to attend. 

 



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CPBL Board of Directors Meeting

December 9, 2007

 

Attendance:

 

Present:  Joe McCrudden, Larry Pittz, Barry McCabe, Gary Machina, Sharon Pizzo, John Novenche, Dave Waldek, Lori Munger, Marc Goldberg

Absent:  Chris Berry, John Drum, Jack Bloise, Carolyn Machina

 

Others:  Jami Farkas

 

Actions:

 
1.  Joe McCrudden called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.

 
2.  Joe McCrudden made a motion to have the future Board Meeting Minutes approved by e-mail instead of waiting for the next board meeting.  Marc Goldberg Second the motion and the motion was passed unanimously. 

 
3.  Joe McCrudden discussed the winter workout plan:

 

    1. The program will be for 8-12 year-old age Groups
    2. The program will be 5 weeks
    3. The cost will be $65.00 per player
    4. Two slots per age group
    5. 20 players per slot
    6. Players must be registered in CP Baseball before they can participate
    7. The winter workouts will be Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings
    8. The 12-year-old team will be conducting a 10 week practice (increased cost)  

4.  Joe McCrudden discussed the importance of a keeping a comprehensive league calendar by the secretary and instructed the board members to submit calendar items to Carolyn Machina.  She was going to post the calendar to the website. 

 

5.  John Novenche gave a Field #9 update.  The concrete slabs will not be poured until the spring and they will be done by Mike Jeffers.  The new dugouts will be completed by an outside contractor.  The Clifton Park building permit has been obtained. 

 

6.  John Novenche gave an update on the fall field clean-up.  The fall clean-up went well and all the gas powered wheeled equipment has been taken in for tune-up.   He is in the process of getting some new rakes and shovels for the spring. 
 

7.  Dave Waldek gave an update on the Practice Schedule for 2008.  The board discussed many options on how to come up with more practice slots and/or more practice areas.  The Board is looking into converting some of the “dead space” around some of the fields into modified practice areas.  These areas would accommodate practice batting “T’s” and pitching mounds.  There were also some discussions on doubling the amount of teams practicing on a field at one time. One team could work in the infield while the other team could work in the outfield and batting cage.  Dave Waldek indicated he was already working spring practice schedules.  

 

8.  Dave Waldek announced that “Meet the Coach Night” is scheduled for March 24, 25, 26, 2008 in HS West Cafeteria.  There will be two sessions per night, with the first sessions starting at 6pm and second starting at 7:15pm.  The 5, 6 and 7 year-olds will be assigned to the first sessions.  Dave also announced that Picture Day will be May 10, 2008 from 7:30am – 2:30 pm in the Arongen Gym.

 

9.  Gary Machina was assigned the duty of keeping the website up to date.

 

10.  Gary Machina discussed the idea of conduction a mandatory head coach’s seminar for all those interested in a head coach’s position.  The seminar would focus on internal CP Baseball policy and procedures, field maintenance procedures, concession stand procedures, equipment procedures, uniform procedures, the role of the youth umpires, post season (travel) play,  and fund raising.  The board supported this initiative and Gary was developing a plan for the January 08 board meeting.   

 

11.  The board continued the discussion on hiring concession stand supervisors. Both Sharon Pizzo and Lori Munger spoke in favor of this initiative.  Jami Farkas spoke against this new initiative for many different reasons, but primarily she felt there were still plenty of volunteers to work the concession stand.  The topic was tabled until John Drum could give his report at the next board meeting.

 

12.  The annual appointment of the Code of Conduct & Review Committee was put forward by Barry McCabe.  It was proposed that the Committee consist of Barry McCabe, Jami Farkas, John Drum, Kathy Boedecker and Al Williams.  Sharon Pizzo seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously.  

 

13.  The annual appointment of the Finance and Audit Committee was put forward by Barry McCabe.  It was proposed that the Committee consist of Barry McCabe, Joe McCrudden, John Drum, Gary Machina and Jack Bloise.  Sharon Pizzo seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously.

 

14.  The board decided on changing the start time of the board meetings from 7pm to 6pm, starting in January 2008.

 

15.  The board in Executive Session approved the following Activity Directors:

 

    1. Majors Director -  Jami Farkas
    2. 10-Year-Old Director  – Keith Jacques
    3. 9-Year-Old Director -  Tom Huerter
    4. 8-Year-Old Director -  Ted Kruk
    5. 7-Year-Old Director -  Paul Morris
    6. 6-Year-Old Director -  Chuck Latham
    7. Director of League Coach Training – Peter Kalish
    8. Uniform Director – Carol Ann Lemon
    9. Co-Equipment Manager -  Chuck Latham
    10. Co-Equipment Manager – Mike Olsen
    11. Signs and Sponsors Director – Scott Cornell
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