October 2023 Board Meeting
10/11/23 held hybrid in person/virtual called at 8:10 PM
In attendance:
Wade Robbins, Brian LaVoie, Marc Padin, John D Knight III, Daniel Dyla, Brandon Stanko, Michael Roman, Ed Olson, and (minutes by) John Garland.
Recap of Massive Fall Out:
Overall, a success, with 200 riders, great weather, and earned a nominal amount of money. Can improve on fundraising (50/50 etc), signage, online signup process, and vendor participation.
Recap of appearance at Shelden MTB Fest:
Also successful. The park estimates 1500 people involved. Looking forward to next year.
Bike Patrol played a key role at both events and deserve recognition.
Social media:
CRAMBA should advocate that all rules of our MOUs be followed regarding chainsaw use and unsanctioned work. We certainly welcome volunteers, however, need to respect land managers and their rules.
Merchandise:
More swag to be purchased. Need quotes for water bottles. Custom aluminum ball cups for ¡Ay Cramba! was also brought up.
Upcoming events:
12/3/23 Global Fat Bike Day at Bloomer Park (waiting for approval) Noon-3PM backwards signed laps and pizza.
2/3/24 (backup is 2/17/24) ¡Ay Cramba! It’s cold outside - fat bike festival @ River Bends Park
Financials:
CRAMBA has $40,177 in our account with no outstanding bills.
Trail updates:
Bald Mountain South looking to get approval on WIP grant for remodel of trails. A connection needs to be made from the Paint Creek Trail to Kern Rd, south of Clarkston Rd.
We will need CRAMBA to lead a volunteer build of a boardwalk through low lands.
Stony Creek Shelden Trails getting updated trail coordinator structure to better manage trail days and communications with the park.
Bloomer Park is wrapping up construction and CRAMBA has renewed an MOU with the Rochester Hills Parks and Natural Resources department and proposing developments to the trail. CRAMBA also has the intent to advocate for a cycling related space to replace the velodrome (slated for removal in the next year or two).
Elections of 2024 CRAMBA Board
Current Chair, Wade Robbins will step down due to term limits and the board thanks him for his dedication to our mission. Wade will continue to help in leadership and trail coordination, however he will no longer be on the board. Brian LaVoie will step down from position of vice-chair and remain a member at large.
Elections:
John Garland was nominated and seconded as the new Chair.
Daniel Dyla was nominated and seconded as the new Vice-chair.
Marc Padin will remain as treasurer.
The current secretary position is vacant and duties will be covered by board members collectively until filled.
Remaining members include: John D Knight III, Michael Roman, Brandon Stanko, Jen Chapman, Brian LaVoie, and Ed Olson.
3 seats are open currently.
Bylaws should be updated in the future to detail rules for virtual attendance.
Storage unit clean up should be organized.