January, 2023

The Board of Directors meeting of the Haddonfield 65 Club was held on Thursday January 5, 2023. The meeting was held in the 65 Club clubhouse.

President Roger Jacobs called the meeting to order at 10:00 AM. Dave Tarditi led the directors in the Pledge of Allegiance, provided a prayer and led the singing of God Bless America.

Roll was called and fifteen (15) board members were present.  

Minutes – Fred Willis

• The December minutes, which had been distributed and posted earlier, were approved by the Directors.

President’s Report – Roger Jacobs

• Thank You – Roger thanked the board for its support and guidance throughout his term of office.  In particular, he thanked his immediate predecessor, Frank Lodge, for his wise advice throughout the year.

• See new business for additional details.

Treasurers Report – Hank Zaleski

• The income and expenses for December were almost equal, the largest expense was the Christmas party at about $500.
• For 2022, the club’s operating receipts exceeded the operating expenses by about $1,200.  The clubs’ total assets increased by the same amount.
• The club’s liquid assets increased by about $1000 due to an increase in Flea market sales and Miscellaneous Donations.
• The club’s long-term investments remained about the same but the allocation changed from 3 CDs to 1 CD and an I-bond.
• The club is in good financial shape even with the continuing inflation.
• The greatest concern is the payment of dues. Dues collected so far are 50% below dues payment at this time last year.
• The Treasurer’s December Report was approved by the board. 

Speakers – David Tarditi

• Speakers are scheduled through mid-April.  
• See the Newsletter for the scheduled speakers.
• Joe Galliera assumes the 1^st VP position next week and is now looking for speakers.

Membership – Joe Galliera

• One member application was reviewed and approved for membership.
• Jose Medina of Oaklyn

Trips/ Events – Bill Brown

• Bill is concerned the rising bus costs are making it almost mandatory that carpooling become the standard mode of transportation.  The board authorized this decision, carpooling or bus transportation, be decided by Bill trip by trip. Any contribution to the driver will be voluntary due to club insurance requirements.

 Friendship Committee – Henry Leimkuhler

• Henry received notice that Dick Gimigliano passed away December 22.  Dick was a long time and active member in the club and the 1994 club president.   Richard F. Gimigliano Obituary (1931 - 2022) | Marlton, New Jersey (echovita.com)
• The friendship committee was very active over Christmas and its work was greatly appreciated by the recipient members.
• 23 Christmas Cards were sent
• 11 boxes of cookies were sent
• 4 members were visited

 Old Business

• None

New Business

Lions 5K W&R run

• The directors voted to ask members to be race marshals at the Lions annual W&R race.

  New Officers

• Roger announced the new officers and board members for 2023. The officers and three-year board members will be installed at the January 12, 2023 Business Meeting.

 

Storage Shed

• The directors received a request from Bill Brown, who is also active in the Lions, to determine if the 65 Club was interested erecting a storage shed in the clubhouse backyard. The shed cost and associated cost would be shared by the Lions and the 65 Club. The Lions would have access to the shed and 50% of the storage capacity.
• The directors engaged in an extensive discussion of advantages and disadvantages of this proposal and whether to proceed with the feasibility and actual cost of the shed.  The directors unanimously voted against proceeding with this proposal because additional club storage space is not required at this time or in the immediate future.

Gas Stations

• An Ad Hoc Committee consisting of David Hunter, Publisher of Haddonfield Today, Sheri Seigel of Mabel Kay and members of the Historical Society of Haddonfield is preparing a pamphlet on the History of Auto Service Stations, Gasoline Filling Stations & Automobile Dealerships in Haddonfield. Any club member with knowledge of the history of these stations and locations is encouraged to contact Roger Jacobs, a member of the Committee, at 908 391 3661 or by email: brogerjacobs@aol.com

 

The meeting adjourned at 11:05 AM.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Fred Willis, Secretary