December, 2023

 Haddonfield 65 Club

Board of Directors Meeting

December 7, 2023

The Board of Directors meeting of the Haddonfield 65 Club was held on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at the Club House. 

President David Tarditi called the meeting to order at 10:00 AM. He then led the Board of Directors in the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer requesting concern and support to those members and their families facing health issues and unfortunate events.

The Assistant Secretary made a board member roll call, and all board members were present. 

The October Board meeting minutes, which had been distributed and posted before the meeting, were approved by the Directors. 

President’s Report

Request for suggestions for a new Second Vice President and for Directors to identify candidates and approach them for the position. Discussion ensued regarding optional approaches. Suggestions were made and agreed upon that board members who had served in VP roles discuss candidate qualities and develop an agreed-upon selection of candidates. 

President Tarditi requested that a selection be made before year-end. 

A related discussion ensued regarding the Club’s past membership qualification requirement of Haddonfield residents, led by Bernie Shaming. Bernie reviewed his discussions with Haddonfield Commissioners while he was Secretary of 65 Club and their willingness to accept a limit of 15% of the membership not being Haddonfield residents. 

He then suggested that the Club be more judicious in deciding how to move people to more active membership—also suggested that the Board consider making 11 activities for special members. Recognition that recruiting in Haddonfield is difficult. 

Haddonfield 65 Club December 7, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes -Page 2

Current membership: Regular members – 136 / Special members-20 (14.7%)

David Tarditi suggested that the nominating committee make a recommendation.

Bernie Shaming proposed that the Nominating Committee approach 11 members to see who the potential candidates for the VP position are.

Al Schmidt advocated flexibility in this effort and verbally agreed upon it. 

A final suggestion, which was also supported, is that the Committee select from the Most Active members rather than the length of membership. 

Treasurers Report-Hank Zaleski

The Treasurer's Report had been previously sent and circulated to Board members.  

The Club's financial condition is expected monthly at this time of year. 

The wine and Cheese event was under budget. The upcoming Receipts for The Christmas luncheon at Tavistock will be between $2,000 and $2,500. Current registration is at $2,000.00

Membership dues: “We have a long way to go to reach full member dues payment.” 

Treasure predicts that the Club will have a balanced budget for 2023 at year-end.

President Tarditi asked for comments. Both the December, and the 2024 Budget were discussed and approved by the Board. 

Haddonfield 65 Club December 7, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes – Page 3

Property – Bernie Shaming

The replacement of the meeting room carpet has been addressed. An estimated replacement of the rug and installation is expected on Monday, December 11.

Speakers Report- 1st V.P. Joe Galleria

Our speaker on Nanotechnology gave an excellent introduction to this new level of technology. Our upcoming speakers may include Dr. Schmitt and some open mike sessions between now and mid-January.

Upcoming speakers may include Dr. Schmitt

Speakers for 2024 are being lined up for the first half. 

Near-Term Topics and Speakers

Andrea Rhodes on Haddonfield Black History

Linda Shockley- Haddonfield Underground Lawnside Historical Society 

On our December 28th meeting, there will be an open microphone for everyone to share the highlights of their holidays.

 Rich Carney has also volunteered to speak about two books on The New York Times Bestseller list (he owns): “AI Super-Powers-China, Silicon Valley and the New World Order” by Kai-Fu Lee. And “The Age of Surveillance Capitalism” by Shoshana Kuboff (Prof. Emeritus-Harvard University). 

On the January 4th meeting, Rich will present Two short videos on 3D Printers. 

Haddonfield 65 Club December 7, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes- Page 4

Membership-Chuck Kanupke

As of today, we have 28 new members. The suggestion was that we increase our attention to engaging new members in the Club and have a planned process.

Christmas Party-Jay Cokos and Tom Mervine

Jay reported that as of the day of the Board meeting there were 69 committed to the Christmas party. Encouragement for adding any additional be made by Tuesday, December 12th.

Salvation Army

Abe Fortas and Chuck Kanupke requested that all members volunteer to devote a portion of the Salvation Army donation “Red Kettle Day” along the main streets of Haddonfield.  

New Members – 2nd VP Chuck Kanupke

The Club has 3 new members, all are Haddonfield residents.

(Chuck – send me their names, etc. – Steve)

Membership Committee – Tim Barnes is stepping into this role.

Coffee and Conversation – Jack Lardis 

Meeting attendance has been increasing, and discussion has broadened. 

Old Business

Haddonfield Lions Club Flea Market – Bernie Shaming

Discussion on our organization and planning is needed. It has been financially successful for the Club, but a large portion of our “items” were not appealing to the younger patrons of the event. We will change our approach for 2024 and present at the February 2024 Board Meeting for review. 

Haddonfield 65 Club December 7, 2023, Board Meeting Minutes-Page 5

Membership Annual Dues

Bernie Shaming recommends that the Board raise annual dues from $20 to $30.  He noted that the Club has had the same membership fee for over 18 years, and inflation has substantially increased the Club's expenses. 

A motion was made to increase the dues for 2025 to $30.00. The motion was seconded.

It was unanimously approved.

President Tarditi asked for a motion to end the meeting. 11:40 AM  A motion was made and seconded.  Unanimous approval. 

Respectfully submitted, Stephen N. Anderson – Acting Secretary