January 2018

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

January 15, 2018

Meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m. CST

Welcome our new board members, Julie Snider  and Stephanie Lounsbury!

1. Reading and approval of the minutes.

2. Treasurer's report accepted.

2017 YTD Expenses: $ 3,826.43 $  4,743.43

2017 YTD Revenue: $ 9,817.50 $10,441.50

Retained earnings $ 5,698.07

3. Reports of Officers, Boards, Standing Committees.

a. Show committee update – shows in Ohio (June 9 & 10) and Missouri (August). There was a discussion of whether chip implants could take the place of tattoo ID at shows or if it could be used as a supplement for ID purposes.  Tattoos will always be the primary means of identification as approved by the association due to ease of use and no need for additional equipment.

b. Newsletter committee update – Kathrin reports that the winter issue is almost ready to go and the postcard will be included for the member information.  The Spring newsletter should go out towards the end of March.

c. Youth Development Committee update – John provided an update.  A newsletter article is coming out in the Winter newsletter. Once that has reached members, we will try to post a youth page on the KGBA website.  John will solicit youth news to put together to send to Kathrin for the newsletter.

d. Budget committee – Sue Beck, Lisa LaRose, and Stephanie Lounsbury will be the budget committee. The budget proposal needs to be done by  March.

4. Special Orders.
a. None

5. Unfinished Business and General Orders.

a. Election results were posted on the communique.  They will be announced in the upcoming newsletter.

6. New Business.

a. We need to close the 2017 books.  Sue will check into CPA’s to conduct an informal audit.

b. Calendar of important KGBA dates was sent to everyone. Nothing needs to be done by anyone but Sue and Lisa. Sue sent this out in an effort to make everyone aware of required items.

c. Milk Star program – Ashley has created an updated database and is extrapolating data so that we can have useful information on Kinder milking statistics. Ashley will remain the contact person for this program.

d. Deborah Niemann-Boehle is an author that writes books on goats, homesteading, etc. She is adding a blurb about Kinders in her book, “Raising Goats Naturally.” Sue is working on an article with her for her blog, the Thrifty Homesteader.

e. Discussed the issues with social media feed and keeping an appropriate reputation. As KGBA leaders, and especially for those working with youth, it is important that we remember that people will search for our on-line postings and works.  

7.  Adjourn.

Meeting adjourned at 8:36 p.m. CST.

March 2018

KGBA Board Meeting Agenda

March 19, 2018

Meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m. CST

Members present: Sue Beck, Ashley Kennedy, Kathrin Bateman, Lisa LaRose, Julie Snider, John James

Members excused Stephanie Lounsbury

Reading and approval of the minutes

Treasurer's report approved

2018 YTD Expenses: $ 113.00 $  1,335.66

2018 YTD Revenue: $ 823.00 $  1,982.00

Profit/(loss) $ (646.34)

Unfinished Business and General Orders.

a. Milk Star program – Ashley has updates all forms on the KGBA website.  She also tied to make the process easier for people to understand and use.  Sue discussed that in the interest of balance, we also need to promote the meat qualities of Kinder goats.  She requested that members think about this so we can discuss at the next meeting.

b. Auditing of books – The board will look for someone to conduct an informal audit of the books.

c. Membership forms discussed.

d. Publications for Kinder Articles discussed.  

Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. CST.

December 2017

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

December 11, 2017

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm CST with Members Sue Beck, Lisa LaRose, John James, and Ashley Kennedy present.

Minutes accepted.

Treasurer’s report accepted.

Treasurer’s Report November 2017
Expenses $447.47
Revenue: $839.00

Sue brought up in November posting treasurer’s report/budget. The topic was re-visited and it was agreed that we will post monthly revenue and expenses.

Meeting adjourned at 7:51 pm.

November 2017

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

November 27, 2017

The meeting was called to order at 7:32 pm CST with Members Sue Beck, Lisa LaRose, Kathrin Bateman, John James, Ashley Kennedy and Brenda Lee Shelt present.

Minutes accepted.

Treasurer’s report accepted.

Elections - Ballots have been counted, and results are as follows.
The 88 ballots returned are believed to be the most ballots returned.
The following votes were cast (winners in bold)

President
Sue Beck, Ashley Kennedy, Sue Huston, Ramona Harwood

Vice President
Ashley Kennedy, Carla Durham, Derek Eddy, Ramona Harwood

Secretary
John James 

Treasurer
Lisa LaRose

Member at Large
Julie Snider, Stephanie Lounsbury, Kimberly Moff, Derek Eddy

Meeting adjourned at 8:55 pm.

September 2017

Call to Order 7:32 CST

Members Present: Sue Beck, Ashley Kennedy, Lisa LaRose, Brenda Lee, John James. Kathryn is excused and Kam has resigned her position.

Reading and approval of the minutes

Treasurers report accepted

Show committee update –
a. Online show results posted, new show will occur next year.
b. John James has offered to take over promotional items.
c. Kelsee LaRose will be new show supervisor, including rules, ribbons and sanctions.

Nomination committee update – The Secretary will be responsible to send ballots. All nominees will need to submit bios to be sent out with the ballots.

Online forms need to be updated to reflect the fact that we no longer charge a late membership fee – Brenda Lee sent out an email earlier today with the updated forms, Sue will post them on the website.

Future direction of the association was discussed and what areas may need to be contracted out in the future.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 pm CST.

July 2016

KGBA BOARD MEETING BRIEF
July 11, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 Central time

Members present: Sue Beck, Jean Jajan, Lisa LaRose, Kathrin Bateman, Brenda Lee Shelt, Kam Padlina.

Treasurers Report reviewed and accepted

Cost of initial steps to create evaluation training program estimated at about $2,000, which would include airfare, mock evaluation and consultation by currently licensed and experienced ADGA and/or NPGA judges/evaluators.

***Vote: “KGBA will include $2000 budget allowance for initial steps in creating new evaluation program.” Five members in favor, one abstained.

Discussion on Issuing dead tattoos.

***Vote: “If a tattoo issued more than 10 years ago has never been used, it can be reissued.” All in favor.

***Vote: A herd prefix can use numbers except for: 1, 5, and 0 as these could be confused with letters.” All in favor.

Meeting adjourned 8:30 CST.

June 2017

KGBA Board Meeting Brief
June 13, 2016

Called meeting to order – Sue, Ashley, Kathrin and Lisa present.

Treasurer’s Report accepted

Meeting Minutes accepted

***Vote – KGBA will reissue herd names if they have been issued more than ten years ago and never used.*** Board voted unanimously in favor.

Discuss the KGBA funding initial steps toward an Evaluation Program (could include travel fare for potential evaluators, consultations with various experts to establish a certification program, etc.). Will vote on this at next meeting.

Adjourn

May 2017

Kinder Goat Breeder Association Board Meeting Brief

May 15th, 2017

Called to order at 8:04 pm CST by Sue Beck. 

Members present were: Kathrin Bateman, Sue Beck, John James, Ashley Kennedy, Lisa LaRose and Brenda Lee. Kam Padlina was absent

Minutes from previous meeting approved.

Financial report was approved.

By-law amendments – Over 100 ballots were mailed out. Not enough ballots were returned to validate the results. The final vote on individual proposals were as follows:

Simple Majority Requirement - 49 yes/11 no.

Code of Conduct – 48 yes/12 no.

Disciplinary Procedure – 51 yes/8 no.

A vote was taken on the adoption of the Code of Conduct. Members were polled and the Code was passed unanimously.

A vote was taken on the adoption of the Disciplinary Procedure. Members were polled and the Procedure was passed unanimously.

New Business - None

Adjournment –Meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m. CST.

March 2017

The March 20th, 2017
Kinder Goat Breeder Association board meeting was called to order at 8:06 pm: pm CST by Sue Beck.
Roll was called.
Members present were: Kathrin Bateman, Sue Beck, John James, Ashley Kennedy, and Lisa LaRose. Absent were Brenda Lee, and Kam Padlina.

Minutes from prior meeting approved

Financial report approved

Results from the on-line show are posted. Preparations will begin for a new show in 2017.

Newsletter will be ready shortly.

By-law amendments​ - Proposals were mailed out. Plan to complete action in May

***Vote - Owners will be allowed to register deceased goats if the application is received by the KGBA within twelve (12) months of the date of death. The motion passed unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 9:01p.m. CST.

July 2016

KGBA BOARD MEETING BRIEF

July 11, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 Central time

Members present: Sue Beck, Jean Jajan, Lisa LaRose, Kathrin Bateman, Brenda Lee Shelt, Kam Padlina.

Treasurers Report reviewed and accepted

Cost of initial steps to create evaluation training program estimated at about $2,000, which would include airfare, mock evaluation and consultation by currently licensed and experienced ADGA and/or NPGA judges/evaluators.

***Vote: “KGBA will include $2000 budget allowance for initial steps in creating new evaluation program.” Five members in favor, one abstained.

Discussion on Issuing dead tattoos.
***Vote: “If a tattoo issued more than 10 years ago has never been used, it can be reissued.” All in favor. ***
Vote: A herd prefix can use numbers except for: 1, 5, and 0 as these could be confused with letters.” All in favor.

Meeting adjourned 8:30 CST.

June 2016

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

June 13, 2016

Called meeting to order – Sue, Ashley, Kathrin and Lisa present.

Treasurer’s Report – Ashley moved to accept, Kathrin seconded.

Meeting Minutes - Ashley moved to accept, Kathrin seconded.

Discussed Herd Names being assigned by the Breeder, vote on any changes to the existing rule.

***Vote – KGBA will reissue herd names if they have been issued more than ten years ago and never used.***
Board voted unanimously in favor.

Discuss the KGBA funding initial steps toward an Evaluation Program (could include travel fare for potential evaluators, consultations with various experts to establish a certification program, etc.).

Will vote on this at next meeting.

Adjourn

March 2016

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

March 14, 2016

Meeting was called to order.

Treasurer’s Report accepted.

Meeting minutes accepted.

Budget was unanimously accepted.

We have not yet received results from judge for online show.

Adjourn

February 2016

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

February 8, 2016

Sue, Ashley, Kathrin, Brenda Lee and Kam present

Treasurer’s Report was accepted Meeting minutes from January were accepted

2016 budget proposal will be voted on during the March meeting. Decision was made to add disclaimer “for historical purposes only – does not necessarily reflect the views of the Association” to website newsletter and article pages.

*Vote* - Effective immediately, the Kinder Goat Breeders Association will require tattoos on all registration application. Microchips may still be included on registrations and serve as optional additional forms of identification, but do not replace tattoos” - all present in favor.

Decision was made to have portion of association promotional materials printed in house by our promotions coordinator on an as-needed basis. The association will cover the cost of an ink cartridge and paper.

Meeting adjourned

January 2016

KGBA Board Meeting Brief

January 11, 2016

Sue, Ashley, Brenda Lee, Kathrin, and Kam present.

Budget - 2015 ledger closed out shortly and we will get quotes on having a review done by CPA.

2016 Budget Committee will include Brenda Lee, Lisa and Sue. Per by-laws, the tentative budget will be submitted to the board by March 1^st and voted on at our March meeting.

Trademark - comes up for renewal this year.

We will continue to use Washington Registered Agent as our agent.

Meetings will continue to be held on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 pm central time.

Meeting brief will be posted online with date and attendees. Minutes will be submitted and reviewed within 1 week after meeting and brief posted online.

Show sanction fees – Members present voted unanimously vote in favor of waiving sanction fees for 2016.

Promotional package will now include a 3 tiered system with package of items dependent on venue.

Newsletter is going out this week. Committee has a rough outline on the spring newsletter and is currently collecting pieces for the spring and summer edition. Spring newsletter is slated to go out in March.

Kinder Evaluation Booklet – Sue and Ashley are working on this.

Discussed possibility of offering a help hotline for our members, but ruled it out at this time due to legal/time constraints.

Meeting adjourned.