CBC General Meeting Minutes

The meeting was held at the Downtown YMCA.  Introductions were made and welcome was extended to all old and new members in attendance.

The minutes from the September CBC Club meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's Report

Treasurer’s report was given by George Perry.  CBC account currently stands at $25,420.

A report on the Sequatchie Century was given.  The Event brought in $3,345.00, with 450 riders participating.  $1,300.00 was presented to the Marion County Band.  A contribution will also be made to the Marion County Food Bank in the near future.

Bylaws Committee Report

A report was given by the Bylaws committee.  On the advise of the Attorneys retained by CBC,  the Club is now ready to proceed with Incorporation.  David Blackwell will represent the Club in communication with the appropriate entities on this, as well as pertaining to the non-profit status (501-C ?).  CBC member Ralph Anderson, a UTC professor of Business Law and expert on the topic, will be consulted.

Ride Coordinator

Ride coordinator Jim Johnson was not present, however ride leaders were recruited and encouraged to contact him asap.

The upcoming Ocoee Weekend with the Harpeth Bicycle Club was again announced and participation was encouraged.  The event will be held later this month.  Camp Ocoee has been reserved, assuring excellent accommodations.  The event will be catered.  A variety of activities such as Mountain Biking, Rafting, and Hiking will be offered.

A Training Tour is tentatively being planed for Spring 2005 by Mark Fasczewski, CBC member and Certified Athletic Trainer who focuses on Cycling.  Emphasis will be on preparation for the 3 State 3 Mountain.

New Jersey Order

The “New Jersey” order has been placed with Louis Garneau.  100 jerseys and 150 pairs of socks were ordered.  70+ have either been purchased or reserved.  The cost of the jersey is $53.00; socks are $5.00.  The order is expected to arrive in mid-December.    Other merchandise available includes the Afghan/throw, several T-Shirts from past events, and a small number of the “Old-style” jerseys.

Incline Bike Discount Tickets

Daisy Blanton reported on the CARTA Bike rack that is now available for use on the Incline.  Efforts are underway in conjunction with the Bicycle Task Force and CARTA to make this a more affordable transportation option for Cyclists.  CBC will explore the possibility of Discount tickets being made available for cyclist wishing to use the rack.

Ride Against Cancer

John Karr made a proposal that the Ride Against Cancer be moved to April in 2005, and be promoted by CBC (though this is not a CBC sponsored event) as a training ride for the 3 ST 3 MTN.  There were no objections.

IMBA Trail Stewardship Award

It was announced that IMBA has made available a $500.00 tool package to be used for trail building.  It is anticipated the CBC will be more active in mountain biking and trail building/maintenance in the new year.

NCCC Reorganization

New member Dean Poi discussed the possibility of former North Chattanooga Cycling Club members becoming CBC members.  NCCC was primarily a racing club, and is in the process of restructuring.  This will be discussed further at the CBC November Board Meeting.

CBC Christmas Party/Annual Meeting

The Christmas Party/ Annual Meeting will be held in January 2005.  Options for location will be explored.

The next CBC Membership meeting will be held November 15 at the Downtown YMCA.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Submitted by Tom Ingledew, Membership Coordinator (in the absence of Amy French, Secretary)
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