NAMHSA - December 1-15, 2011 News

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NAMHSA News for the period of December 1-15, 2011 based on the minutes compiled by Bobbi Devine, Recording Secretary.

*DECEMBER 1*
--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) submitted the November 16-30, 2011 minutes report.
These were approved with corrections on December 4 by Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT).

The following poll closed:

POLL QUESTION: Does the Board approve the following language change to the bylaws to allow NAN judges to show by proxy.

*IX. NAN*

*Section 4 - Judges.*

Judges for the NAN shall be selected by the NAN Show Committee from all nominations received from September 1 to April 30 preceding the NAN.

NAN judges may show by proxy on the days they are judging only in those division(s) they will not be judging. NAN judges showing by proxy are prohibited from having any contact with their proxy shower or with their models during the NAN. For the purposes of NAN judges and showing by proxy, the NAN divisions are defined as:

OF Plastic breed halter
CM/AR/OS performance
OF performance
CM breed and workmanship halter
AR breed and workmanship halter
OF Plastic collectability
OF China breed and collectability AND CG China breed and workmanship

APPROVE (11 votes)
-Tracy Eilers (R1)
-Tom Dean (R2)
-Pauline Entin (R3)
-Carra McClelland (R4)
-Lyn Norbury (R5)
-Jackie Moore (R6)
-Stacy Faraci (R7)
-Marilou Mol (R8)
-Pat Coulter (R9)
-Terri Wright (R11)
-Teresa Buzzell (VP)

DISAPPROVE (0 votes)

ABSTAIN (1 vote)
-Kate Cabot (R10)

*DECEMBER 3*
--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted a draft copy of the ballot and invited review.

*DECEMBER 4*
--Pauline Entin (R3) posted that the "divisions" portion of the ballot be removed and instead posted in the NAMHSA Policies (as per a suggestion from a hobbyist). This would enable the divisions to be changed without having to put it to the membership to vote. Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) agreed, and asked for unanimous consent to this amendment within 48 hours.

*DECEMBER 6*
--Teresa Buzzell (Vice President) presented a list of the items to be covered with NAMHSA's attorney on the Lauren Wood case and asked for confirmation and/or additions.

*DECEMBER 7*
--For the unanimous consent to the bylaw language amendment, the results are as follows:
Agree (11 votes)
-Tracy Eilers (R1)
-Tom Dean (R2)
-Pauline Entin (R3)
-Carra McClelland (R4)
-Lyn Norbury (R5)
-Jackie Moore (R6)
-Stacy Faraci (R7)
-Marilou Mol (R8)
-Pat Coulter (R9)
-Terri Wright (R11)
-Teresa Buzzell (VP)

Disagree (0 votes)

Abstain (1)
-Kate Cabot (R10)

--Lyn Norbury (R5) inquired if an abstention is the same as a nay vote. Eleanor Harvey (PARLIAMENTARIAN) said that according to Robert's Rules of Order, an abstention is not counted as a vote. The measure is passed.

--Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) requested Bobbi Devine (RS) to move ahead with the distribution of ballots for the bylaw vote.

*DECEMBER 8*
--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) reported that the ballots have been sent.

*DECEMBER 9*
--Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) relayed response from NAMHSA's attorney and asked the board for comments.

--Lyn Norbury (R5) requested that the language on the ballot be revisited due to members’ concerns about the statement "during the NAN".

*DECEMBER 10*
--Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) motioned that the Board recall the current ballot and vote to correct the language on the ballot. Stacy Faraci (R7) seconded the motion.

*DECEMBER 11*
--Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) posted 3 applications for the Show Secretary position and invited comment. She also said that ideally, she'd like to be able to vote on the applications by December 15th and have them installed by the end of the year in order to allow a smooth transition.

--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted an update concerning the ballot returns and the votes cast. Most of the votes received thus far (about 65) are approving the language as-is with no questions, less than 10 thus far have voted no, and only a few people have raised questions concerning the language.

--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted again after officially tallying the votes received, out of 121 cast thus far, 7 voted no, 3 abstained, and less than 5 have questioned the language.

--Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) posted that after reviewing the discussion after the motion, and the results given on the votes so far, she requested to table the motion to recall the ballots. The clarification of the bylaw/rule will be made in the policy document.

*DECEMBER 13*
--Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) posted the latest agenda:

1) Continue discussions for SHOW MEMEBERSHIP SECRETARY, so we can vote soon
2) Revisit judge stipend/raise for NAN 2012
3) Year round fundraising ideas, and possibility of a coordinator for this position
4) Head steward position for NAN

*DECEMBER 14*
--Carmen Robertson (TREASURER) posted the November 2011 Treasurer's Report:

11/1/2011 through 11/30/2011

Total Income: $752.00
Total Expenses: -$736.85

Balance in BoA Checking 11/30/11: $76,706.03
Balance in PayPal 11/30/11: $77.38
Balance in NAMHSA accounts 11/30/11: $76,783.41

*DECEMBER 15*
--Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) requested Bobbi Devine (RECORDING SECRETARY) to set up a poll for the purpose of choosing the next Show Secretary. Poll was begun.

--Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) posted that she uploaded a new settlement document received from Lauren Wood's attorney.

--Eleanor Harvey (PARLIMENTARIAN) requested Lyn Norbury (R5) to explain the story behind the post made on NAMHSA-Discussion regarding a judge helping an entrant set up a performance entry at NAN 2011.

*REGIONAL REPORTS*

Region 1 (Tracy Eilers)
November was a slow month here in the Northwest. I think we are all busy with Thanksgiving, and then the Holidays ahead. I know I was a little slow for a few days after Thanksgiving this year making it through leftovers! We had one show, Calliope Mini Live, hosted by Amy Peck. She always has a great turnout of minis to do battle at her shows, and the PNW is lucky to have so many nice (and little!) pieces out campaigning. Congratulations to the winners!

Coming up, December has the always delightful Buzz and Wally Bonus Room Show hosted by Diana Patterson. If you don't know, Buzz and Wally are Diana's two big handsome dogs that double as show mascots and petting zoo. January has one show, Factory Fanatics Live Show & Potluck, held in Milwaukie, OR by yours truly and Erin Corbett. This show is OF-only and still has some open spots.

Happy Holidays from all of us in Region 1!

******
Region 2 (Tom Dean)
No NAN qualifying shows were held in November, but we did meet in Visalia on the 12th and 13th for the Region 2 Championship show. As usual, classes were very competitive, and top 5s were hard earned. With the size of the region this is also one of the few times that we have all active sections of the region represented. It was great to be able to "catch up" with the folks we don't see often.

Next up, WACCO on 12/3 hosted by Jane Morehouse, and BAAI hosted by Marie Sobieski on 12/4, (both in San Martin, CA).

******
Region 3 (Pauline Entin)
Hi All,

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and is looking forward to a wonderful winter holiday. About half of Region 3 (the high altitude half!) has snow down, the other half is still relatively balmy. In mid-November we had one show in the Region, Tucson Mountain Live hosted by Pat McDonald. The show was bumped from its usual hall at the Holiday Inn to a smaller room, but everyone made do. As usual, this all-halter show was well organized and well run, with an ambitious class list for a one day show. The ribbons were in very pretty fall colors, and the door prizes and raffle items were numerous. All the divisions were well subscribed, and the judges had their work cut out for them. There are no shows in the Region until late January, when we have CassAway Live for chinas and customs in Phoenix. Phoenix is a good place to be in January, so we encourage china and custom lovers to come out for this show held by Cindy Davis.

Happy end of 2011 everyone.

******
Region 4 (Carra McClelland)
Region 4 saw Spirit Horse Live, Crystal Creek Riders Double Judged Show and Dream Acres Live in November! A later show for this area and I am always grateful for the folks that laugh in the face of winter to hold a show!

Upcoming Region 4 Events:
January 7, 2012: Milwaukee County 4-H Horse + Horseless Project in Oak Creek, WI. Contact: Charlene Ehlert.

February 11, 2012: Sleigh Rally Model Horse Show in Columbus, WI. Contact: Karen Meekma.

******
Region 5 (Lyn Norbury)
No shows to report for December.

******
Region 6 (Jackie Moore)
Hello All!

There were two shows in Region 6 in November. The first was Peach State Live, held in Gainesville, GA on Nov 5. Despite a late start due to the show hall personnel, the show itself ran very smoothly and was still finished at a reasonable hour. Everyone pitched in to get the show up and running, and the judges and show staff did a fantastic job of keeping the show moving right along. Competition was tough; the judges did a great job, and everyone should be proud of their placings!

The second show was Rockin' Redneck Roundup Live, held on Nov 26 in Kissimmee, FL. By all accounts this was, once again, a very fun show with lots of laughs, creative prizes, tough competition, and homemade food and desserts! Definitely the sweetest show in the South!

There are no NAN qualifying shows scheduled for Dec in the region. Our next NAN qualifier will be MITS, held on Jan 21 and 22 in Ocala, FL.

******
Region 7 (Stacy Faraci)
November warmed up with a trip into Ohio for many of us to Hilary Van Asperen Rossow Miami Valley Live! We're so glad to have Hilary in our region and equally happy she chose to give us such a fun show to close the year out with!

We're looking towards 2012 in Region 7. Let’s get the ball rolling and fill up that show calendar!

******
Region 8 (Marilou Mol)

Hi, all!

Region 8 hosted two shows in November. The first was the November GLC No Frills show, held in Huntley, Illinois. The No Frills shows are pretty consistently attended by 22-24 people, and I'm sure a good time was had by all!

Also in November, Donnalle Pontius hosted the Showplace Spectacular Model Horse Show on November 12 in Novi, Michigan. Region 8 is a great place to come to show!

Have a wonderful holiday!

******
Region 9 (Pat Coulter)

There were 2 shows in our Region in November, the NW PA Autumn Classic in Jamestown, PA. and the Ride for Pride 4-H 16th Annual Model Horse Show in Leesport, PA on the 12th. It was my pleasure to judge the novices at Ride for Pride!

******
Region 10 (Kate Cabot)

November 5 & 6th marked the debut of The Region X Championships (TRXC). It was a great show with lots of terrific competition and enthusiastic volunteerism! A great way to end the show season in Region 10! We look forward to a great spring when the shows start up again in March (though there may be a few get-togethers over the winter if we are lucky). I wish you a very happy holiday season with lots of pretty ponies in shiny boxes! See you in spring!

******
Region 11 (Terri Wright)

After a quiet fall on the showing front in Region 11, December is slowly ticking away, melting into the New Year with the arrival of new shows! January brings the arrival of "When Fur Flies", a Nan Qualified show in Calgary, AB with a new strong and successful judging base that premiered at Chinook winds in August that is eager to return and see what new showing challenges you guys and girls will throw at them this time! . May will also see the coordination of a new show in south eastern British Columbia, "East Kootenay Live", NAN Qualification pending. With a large show base, it's sure to be an exciting time. And to those of us farther east, there are still murmurings about a Toronto show sometime in the spring, so stay tuned for that. I hope to hear and see good results soon!

Posted by Teresa Candelaria, NAMHSA PR 1/8/2012

Last updated on January 9, 2012

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Judges for the NAN shall be selected by the NAN Show Committee from all nominations received from September 1 to April 30 preceding the NAN. NAN judges may show by proxy on the days they are judging only in those division(s) they will not be judging. NAN judges showing by proxy are prohibited from having any contact with their proxy shower or with their models during the NAN. For the purposes of NAN judges and showing by proxy, the NAN divisions are defined as: OF Plastic breed halter CM/AR/OS performance OF performance CM breed and workmanship halter AR breed and workmanship halter OF Plastic collectability OF China breed and collectability AND CG China breed and workmanship APPROVE (11 votes) -Tracy Eilers (R1) -Tom Dean (R2) -Pauline Entin (R3) -Carra McClelland (R4) -Lyn Norbury (R5) -Jackie Moore (R6) -Stacy Faraci (R7) -Marilou Mol (R8) -Pat Coulter (R9) -Terri Wright (R11) -Teresa Buzzell (VP) DISAPPROVE (0 votes) ABSTAIN (1 vote) -Kate Cabot (R10) DECEMBER 3 --Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted a draft copy of the ballot and invited review. DECEMBER 4 --Pauline Entin (R3) posted that the "divisions" portion of the ballot be removed and instead posted in the NAMHSA Policies (as per a suggestion from a hobbyist). This would enable the divisions to be changed without having to put it to the membership to vote. Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) agreed, and asked for unanimous consent to this amendment within 48 hours. DECEMBER 6 --Teresa Buzzell (Vice President) presented a list of the items to be covered with NAMHSA's attorney on the Lauren Wood case and asked for confirmation and/or additions. DECEMBER 7 --For the unanimous consent to the bylaw language amendment, the results are as follows: Agree (11 votes) -Tracy Eilers (R1) -Tom Dean (R2) -Pauline Entin (R3) -Carra McClelland (R4) -Lyn Norbury (R5) -Jackie Moore (R6) -Stacy Faraci (R7) -Marilou Mol (R8) -Pat Coulter (R9) -Terri Wright (R11) -Teresa Buzzell (VP) Disagree (0 votes) Abstain (1) -Kate Cabot (R10) --Lyn Norbury (R5) inquired if an abstention is the same as a nay vote. Eleanor Harvey (PARLIAMENTARIAN) said that according to Robert's Rules of Order, an abstention is not counted as a vote. The measure is passed. --Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) requested Bobbi Devine (RS) to move ahead with the distribution of ballots for the bylaw vote. DECEMBER 8 --Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) reported that the ballots have been sent. DECEMBER 9 --Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) relayed response from NAMHSA's attorney and asked the board for comments. --Lyn Norbury (R5) requested that the language on the ballot be revisited due to members’ concerns about the statement "during the NAN". DECEMBER 10 --Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) motioned that the Board recall the current ballot and vote to correct the language on the ballot. Stacy Faraci (R7) seconded the motion. DECEMBER 11 --Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) posted 3 applications for the Show Secretary position and invited comment. She also said that ideally, she'd like to be able to vote on the applications by December 15th and have them installed by the end of the year in order to allow a smooth transition. --Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted an update concerning the ballot returns and the votes cast. Most of the votes received thus far (about 65) are approving the language as-is with no questions, less than 10 thus far have voted no, and only a few people have raised questions concerning the language. --Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary) posted again after officially tallying the votes received, out of 121 cast thus far, 7 voted no, 3 abstained, and less than 5 have questioned the language. --Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) posted that after reviewing the discussion after the motion, and the results given on the votes so far, she requested to table the motion to recall the ballots. The clarification of the bylaw/rule will be made in the policy document. DECEMBER 13 --Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) posted the latest agenda: 1) Continue discussions for SHOW MEMEBERSHIP SECRETARY, so we can vote soon 2) Revisit judge stipend/raise for NAN 2012 3) Year round fundraising ideas, and possibility of a coordinator for this position 4) Head steward position for NAN DECEMBER 14 --Carmen Robertson (TREASURER) posted the November 2011 Treasurer's Report: 11/1/2011 through 11/30/2011 Total Income: $752.00 Total Expenses: -$736.85 Balance in BoA Checking 11/30/11: $76,706.03 Balance in PayPal 11/30/11: $77.38 Balance in NAMHSA accounts 11/30/11: $76,783.41 DECEMBER 15 --Silke Brockmoeller (PRESIDENT) requested Bobbi Devine (RECORDING SECRETARY) to set up a poll for the purpose of choosing the next Show Secretary. Poll was begun. --Teresa Buzzell (VICE PRESIDENT) posted that she uploaded a new settlement document received from Lauren Wood's attorney. --Eleanor Harvey (PARLIMENTARIAN) requested Lyn Norbury (R5) to explain the story behind the post made on NAMHSA-Discussion regarding a judge helping an entrant set up a performance entry at NAN 2011. REGIONAL REPORTS Region 1 (Tracy Eilers) November was a slow month here in the Northwest. I think we are all busy with Thanksgiving, and then the Holidays ahead. I know I was a little slow for a few days after Thanksgiving this year making it through leftovers! We had one show, Calliope Mini Live, hosted by Amy Peck. She always has a great turnout of minis to do battle at her shows, and the PNW is lucky to have so many nice (and little!) pieces out campaigning. Congratulations to the winners! Coming up, December has the always delightful Buzz and Wally Bonus Room Show hosted by Diana Patterson. If you don't know, Buzz and Wally are Diana's two big handsome dogs that double as show mascots and petting zoo. January has one show, Factory Fanatics Live Show & Potluck, held in Milwaukie, OR by yours truly and Erin Corbett. This show is OF-only and still has some open spots. Happy Holidays from all of us in Region 1! **** Region 2 (Tom Dean) No NAN qualifying shows were held in November, but we did meet in Visalia on the 12th and 13th for the Region 2 Championship show. As usual, classes were very competitive, and top 5s were hard earned. With the size of the region this is also one of the few times that we have all active sections of the region represented. It was great to be able to "catch up" with the folks we don't see often. Next up, WACCO on 12/3 hosted by Jane Morehouse, and BAAI hosted by Marie Sobieski on 12/4, (both in San Martin, CA). ** Region 3 (Pauline Entin) Hi All, I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and is looking forward to a wonderful winter holiday. About half of Region 3 (the high altitude half!) has snow down, the other half is still relatively balmy. In mid-November we had one show in the Region, Tucson Mountain Live hosted by Pat McDonald. The show was bumped from its usual hall at the Holiday Inn to a smaller room, but everyone made do. As usual, this all-halter show was well organized and well run, with an ambitious class list for a one day show. The ribbons were in very pretty fall colors, and the door prizes and raffle items were numerous. All the divisions were well subscribed, and the judges had their work cut out for them. There are no shows in the Region until late January, when we have CassAway Live for chinas and customs in Phoenix. Phoenix is a good place to be in January, so we encourage china and custom lovers to come out for this show held by Cindy Davis. Happy end of 2011 everyone. ** Region 4 (Carra McClelland) Region 4 saw Spirit Horse Live, Crystal Creek Riders Double Judged Show and Dream Acres Live in November! A later show for this area and I am always grateful for the folks that laugh in the face of winter to hold a show! Upcoming Region 4 Events: January 7, 2012: Milwaukee County 4-H Horse + Horseless Project in Oak Creek, WI. Contact: Charlene Ehlert. February 11, 2012: Sleigh Rally Model Horse Show in Columbus, WI. Contact: Karen Meekma. ** Region 5 (Lyn Norbury) No shows to report for December. ** Region 6 (Jackie Moore) Hello All! There were two shows in Region 6 in November. The first was Peach State Live, held in Gainesville, GA on Nov 5. Despite a late start due to the show hall personnel, the show itself ran very smoothly and was still finished at a reasonable hour. Everyone pitched in to get the show up and running, and the judges and show staff did a fantastic job of keeping the show moving right along. Competition was tough; the judges did a great job, and everyone should be proud of their placings! The second show was Rockin' Redneck Roundup Live, held on Nov 26 in Kissimmee, FL. By all accounts this was, once again, a very fun show with lots of laughs, creative prizes, tough competition, and homemade food and desserts! Definitely the sweetest show in the South! There are no NAN qualifying shows scheduled for Dec in the region. Our next NAN qualifier will be MITS, held on Jan 21 and 22 in Ocala, FL. ** Region 7 (Stacy Faraci) November warmed up with a trip into Ohio for many of us to Hilary Van Asperen Rossow Miami Valley Live! We're so glad to have Hilary in our region and equally happy she chose to give us such a fun show to close the year out with! We're looking towards 2012 in Region 7. Let’s get the ball rolling and fill up that show calendar! ** Region 8 (Marilou Mol) Hi, all! Region 8 hosted two shows in November. The first was the November GLC No Frills show, held in Huntley, Illinois. The No Frills shows are pretty consistently attended by 22-24 people, and I'm sure a good time was had by all! Also in November, Donnalle Pontius hosted the Showplace Spectacular Model Horse Show on November 12 in Novi, Michigan. Region 8 is a great place to come to show! Have a wonderful holiday! ** Region 9 (Pat Coulter) There were 2 shows in our Region in November, the NW PA Autumn Classic in Jamestown, PA. and the Ride for Pride 4-H 16th Annual Model Horse Show in Leesport, PA on the 12th. It was my pleasure to judge the novices at Ride for Pride! ** Region 10 (Kate Cabot) November 5 & 6th marked the debut of The Region X Championships (TRXC). It was a great show with lots of terrific competition and enthusiastic volunteerism! A great way to end the show season in Region 10! We look forward to a great spring when the shows start up again in March (though there may be a few get-togethers over the winter if we are lucky). I wish you a very happy holiday season with lots of pretty ponies in shiny boxes! See you in spring! **** Region 11 (Terri Wright) After a quiet fall on the showing front in Region 11, December is slowly ticking away, melting into the New Year with the arrival of new shows! January brings the arrival of "When Fur Flies", a Nan Qualified show in Calgary, AB with a new strong and successful judging base that premiered at Chinook winds in August that is eager to return and see what new showing challenges you guys and girls will throw at them this time! . May will also see the coordination of a new show in south eastern British Columbia, "East Kootenay Live", NAN Qualification pending. With a large show base, it's sure to be an exciting time. And to those of us farther east, there are still murmurings about a Toronto show sometime in the spring, so stay tuned for that. I hope to hear and see good results soon! Posted by Teresa Candelaria, NAMHSA PR 1/8/2012
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