Meeting February 13, 2007                                      Back to Meeting Minutes

Board Members in attendance:
A. Caschera, R. Beerle, B. DiBella, B. Hirsch, D. McDermott, G. Santorio, R. Urbano, T. Ward and F. DiCristofaro

Coaches in attendance:
M. DiCristofaro, J. Lomonaco, J. Mazzacone, B. Metzold, L. Santorio, and E. Mednikov

A. Caschera called the February 2007 monthly board meeting to order at 7:40pm at the Columbo Club, Rotterdam, NY.

January 9, 2007 Board Meeting Minutes – (A. Caschera) Minutes were reviewed. A motion was made by D. McDermott and seconded by T. Ward to approve the minutes as submitted. All in attendance were in favor. Motion carried.

Treasurer's Report - (B. DiBella) Bob presented the treasurer's report and reviewed the summary and transaction report and stated that the account remains in fair shape as of January 31, 2007. Discussion was held regarding the account’s low balance. Typically, during this time of the year, the balance is much lower. Also, there’s no income coming into the Club, but the upcoming spring tournament will generate income for the Club. A motion was made by R. Beerle and seconded by R. Urbano to accept the treasurer’s report as submitted. All in attendance were in favor. Motion carried.

CDYSL – (T. Ward) Each year prior to the spring season, CDYSL schedules mandatory coaches meetings. Coaches must attend to pick up their outdoor schedules. The following are the dates, times and locations of the meetings:

  • All meetings are at 7pm
  • Mon March 26 – U8 & U10 Only – Sand Creek Middle School
  • Tues March 27 – U12 & U14 Only – Colonie Community Center
  • Wed March 28 – U16 – U19 Only – West Wing Cafeteria Colonie High School
  • Thur March 29 - All ages missing assigned date - Colonie Community Center

    Several months ago, Terri reported that CDYSL was discussing the possibility of reducing the number of games for the outdoor season from 12 to 10. After much discussion, CDYSL has been decided to keep the season to 12 games. Terri made everyone aware that if playing tournaments at the Adirondack facility, teams may not be insured. It was suggested to contact CDYSL to see if teams would be insured. Discussion was also held regarding referee payments. Although the Club suggests paying by check, it was mentioned that referees do prefer cash.

    Spring Tournament – (D. McDermott) The tournament will be held on April 20-21, 2007. Dave suggested for each team to recruit at least four teams. Packets were distributed with soccer shouts, ad letter and tournament volunteer sheets. The Club has implemented a $25 volunteer fee, although it is strongly encouraged to have parents volunteer. All in attendance agreed that several tournament meetings should be held. Therefore, the next tournament meeting will be held on Sunday, February 25 at 4pm at the Colombo Club.

    Travel Team – (A. Caschera) Once again everyone provided an update on their teams. Teams have until February 20 to roster enough players; otherwise, the Club will withdraw them from the outdoor season. An update on team registrations was provided.

    Old Business – The goalie clinic at Front Street is going well. Eight goalies attended. Coaches mentioned that they have seen improvement in goalies that have attended the clinic. Giulio mentioned that the uniforms are in and distributed to those in attendance. We believe that Draper has signed the contract. We will ask for Thursday evenings from 6-9.

    New Business – Discussion was held on 2007 Committee Members. They are as follows:


    The next meeting will be held on March 13, 2007. Board members will meet at 7pm, followed by the general meeting at 7:30pm.

    With no other topics to be discussed, a motion was made by R. Urbano and seconded by T. Ward to adjourn the general meeting at 8:45pm.

    Respectfully submitted,

    Fil DiCristofaro