Penticton Triathlon Club

Special Meeting regarding amalgamation with the Penticton Pounders

June 14, 2005 7 pm

Present were: Sharon McLeish Brad Lee James Paliano, Tom Wyatt, Bruce Fairweather, Jeannie Fairweather, Pat Amunson, Bobbie Krause, Doreen Barr, Catherine Mclean.

 

Proposal for amalgamation brought forward by Sharon. There were no questions by those assembled.

This discussion has arisen several times in the past; it seems that this time we have found some more support among Pounders members and they are willing to put this to a vote.  Following is a summary of events to date regarding this issue.

  1. Reasons for amalgamation:

 

  • Larger pool of members to draw on for volunteer and executive positions
  • Larger pool of volunteers for events with less need for interclub communication
  • Increased support base for petitioning for amenities or services from the city or other organizations
  • Continuation of membership, with less chance of dwindling numbers.
  • Closer communication and social events between members
  • There is already a lot of overlap in members, so we are just streamlining the clubs.

Added was the discussion for a washroom at Pen High, brought up by Brad.

 

2.    Ramifications for Triathlon club members:

  • Slight increase in fees, as the BC Athletics insurance in mandatory for running club members, but the TriBC insurance is optional for both Tri club and Pounders members.  The fees are suggested to be $30, which would include club fees and the BC Athletics insurance.  The TriBC insurance would be an additional $30 for those who want it.

Added was the benefit to the executive, i.e. less e-mail. James brought up the idea of free membership for the executive and race directors to encourage more involvement by members.

 

      3.    The “new” club:

  • Would become effective January of 2006, coinciding with the Penticton Pounders Annual General Meeting.  At this time, a new combined executive would be elected, and the constitution of the Penticton Pounders would be amended to reflect the expanded role of the club.
  • As soon as possible after this meeting, a new bank account would be opened and all funds from each club will be deposited, terminated the old accounts.
  • The new club name will be decided by a contest among members.  Any suggestions will be forwarded to the new executive, and the winner will be awarded a one-year membership to the club.

Added was a concern Bruce F. had about fair representation on the executive maybe a steering committee.  Also tom worried about a faction on either side.  Brad thought a sub-committee could be created for tri issues.

4.        Vote: by ballot 10 for 0 against. Sharon will communicate to Val and Neil the results

  • Voting is limited to paid members of the club.  We require a minimum of????? Members of the Triathlon club to attend and vote in order to pass this motion.

 

5.        Upcoming events:

 

  • June 25  Skaha lake Cleanup – Contact Sharon or Brad
  • July 15 Seminar; place and cost TBA Jasper Blake, Tom Evans and Gillian Bakker to speak!
  • July 23   Supported Ironman ride hosted by the Triathlon Club – please inform us if you are interested.  A minimum $10 fee to cover expenses
  • See Tri BC website for a full listing of upcoming races
  • Group workouts are: Masters swims- contact KISU or Community centre for summer swim times. Runs- Tues/Thur 5:30 Pounders meet at Peach City runners. Sunday 8 am at the Lakeside. Rides – Saturday various Places and times 7:30  at Pacific Brimm and 0800 Starbucks!
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6.        Jersey update Gord sent off the order this week.

7.        Brad brought up the Duathlon. Discussion postponed until a later time.

 

 

 

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who came out and supported the club aid station for the Peach City marathon, and congratulations to those who competed!