Hockey in Middletown: HIM Minutes/News : MINUTES OF MEETING 09/09

Wednesday, October 28
MINUTES OF MEETING 09/09
Meeting Minutes – September 15,  2009  
 Agenda Items  Discussion  Recommendations/Actions Responsible PartyFollow-Up Date
Acceptance of Treasurers Report from August 2009 meeting  Meeting minutes were accepted by Stan Malamutt and George Felice    
Cost of Ice  Bob Doyle explained the cost of ice for the upcoming season as compared to the past and also explained the contracted ice cost in the contract thru 2012. The cost of the ice goes up approximately $20 per hour/year. Bob Doyle
Security  We will be receiving a credit for not using police security for last season and utilizing the Board of Education security at a reduced cost.   Bob Doyle
Games  The games will be Sunday nights 4:15 and 6:15 p.m. and practices are at 3:15 (day to be determined).   Bob Doyle
Trainer Expense  The expense for the cost of having a trainer at all games is the responsibility of HIM.   Bob Doyle
Dinner Dance  Donations and ticket purchases have been slow.  Please remember that this is the largest fundraiser HIM has and your attendance is greatly appreciated.    In 2008 we had approximately 120 attendees. The committee will have a special 10 year video, 10 year commemorative t-shirts and souvenirs for each couple attending.  It is very important to get in your 50/50 money to Bob Doyle and your gift basket and school grand prize donations to the Dinner Dance Committee. Dinner Dance Committee headed by Doreen Bussey.
Captains Clinics  The captains clinics are beginning cost is $200 for HIM members and $250 for non-members. Players for the upcoming season are encouraged to attend. If you know of any incoming freshman interested in the hockey program please take a flyer for them. Bob Doyle
North/South Game at the Prudential Center  The North/South game is scheduled for December 5 at 4:30 p.m. in the NJ Devils practice arena.  Immediately following the game is the NJ Devils vs. Detroit Red Wings.  Cost for the North/South game is $3.00 per person and to stay for the Devils game is an additional $40.00 per person.  Since the players are going to be bussed and this is a school event their attendance at the Devils game is mandatory.  Abe Littenberg is in contact with the NJ Devils to make this event a spectacular one and is inquiring about having a player(s) from the Devils meet and speak to the boys.  There will also be a video of the North South game available for purchase. Abe Littenberg
Tryouts  Tryouts have been tentatively scheduled for November 15 and 16 and the Parents Meeting on November 17. Confirming details will be forthcoming from Bob Doyle Bob Doyle
Modells Program The Modells discount program with 10% off coupons for your purchases from Friday, November 27 thru December 24. Coupons will be emailed to all HIM members. George Felice
Upcoming HIM meetings thru end of 2009  Tuesday, October 6 – Croydon HallTuesday, November 10 – Croydon Hall    
Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:15 and accepted by Abe Littenberg and Bud Bussey.