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Delegates attending WIBC Convention in Reno, NV - May 2000
Day 1, Reno, Nevada, May 1, 2000 - Reported by Barbara Kreiley We started the first day of the convention by attending the NYSWBA Breakfast at 5:00 a.m. at the Atlantis Hotel. There were 290 women present. Vice President, Vi Bonomo, welcomed everyone. Charmaine Wright, NYSWBA Director, ran the meeting. Most of the discussion was on the dues increase of $2. It was interesting that half the delegation was for the increase and half were against it. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 a.m. We then went next door to the Convention Center. Call to Order by WIBC President, Joyce Deitch. Invocation by Pastor Pete Vossler. The assembly recited the Canadian and American National Anthems and the pledge of allegiance. Welcoming comments were made by Mayor Jeff Griffin, Neveda WBA President, Karen Williford and Reno WBA President, Terry Tachera. The following presentations were made: Helen Baker Award to Doris Coffman of Wichita Falls, Texas, recognizing her years of participation, service, leadership and support. WIBC Proprietor of the Year Award to Woodrow Lavon Crawford, owner of Jonesboro Lanes, Jonesboro, AK, recognizing his enthusiastic support of the local/state/provincial women's bowling associations. The WIBC/AMF Bev Ortner Award to Missy Miller of Bismarck, ND and Kathy Coombos of Toledo, OH who had both rolled high series of 846. Former Hall of Fame inductees marched into the convention center and were introduced at the podium. The following ladies were inducted into this year's Hall of Fame for superior performance: Susie Reichley, Dana Miller-Mackie and Lisa Wagner. And the following ladies were inducted for meritorious service: Hazel McLeary, WIBC 3rd VP, Elaine Hagin, WIBC 1st VP and Jeanette Robinson. BPAA Association of the Year Award was presented to Rex Haney, President of the Meridian WBA, Meridian, ID for their outstanding contributions to bowling. The Joyce Deitch Trailblazer Award was presented to Mary Louise Young of Houston, TX, recognizing her for making a significant contribution to women's bowling. The Credentials Report showed a total of 2839 delegates. Rules to govern the annual meeting were read and a video shown on how to speak on an issue. Action of the 1999 annual meeting minutes were accepted, as written, by the delegation. President Joyce Deitch gave her President's Report. 75th Anniversary Awards were presented to Buffalo, NY WBA; Ohio WBA; Akron, OH WBA and Erie, PA WBA. Executive Director Roseann Kuhn gave her report. Johnna Dunten, Chairperson of Strategic Planning gave her report. The Alberta E. Crowe Star of Tomorrow Award was presented to Robin Crawford, Hendersonville, TN. Robin's high average is a 231 and has a career high series of 781. End of Day 1. Day 2, Reno, Nevada, May 2, 2000 - Reported by Bonnie Stockholm Tuesday's meeting started with a moving Memorial Service for all deceased WIBC members. Several awards for top contributors to BVL were presented, along with tournament participation awards. Gerald Beltz of the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame gave his report. After these reports, a Credential Committee Report was given with a total of 2885 registered officers, directors and delegates were eligible to vote. We then went into the legislative part of the meeting with a total of 26 amendments and one resolution to vote on. After working on these amendments for a little over an hour, we were dismissed for lunch and returned at 2:00 p.m. to again tackle the amendments. After a total of 3 hours and 48 minutes, we finished with passing 8 amendments, rejecting 15 amendments and 3 others were either withdrawn or referred. The resolution was approved. PA-W3 was regarding increase of dues. After much discussion, an amendment to the amendment was approved to increase WIBC dues to $8 instead of $11. This was voted on and approved. PA-W8 was rejected. Later in the day it was brought back for re-consideration; was discussed and passed. These regarded dues - optional benefits. PA-W11 and W12 were local and state by-law revisions. This means our local GVWBA by-laws will have to be revised to adhere to the new revisions. As a special privilege, Elaine Hagin, 1st VP introduced the seniors who had won the National Tournament. End of Day 2. Day 3, Reno, Nevada, May 3, 2000 - Reported by Peg Candie The third day of the annual WIBC meeting was called to order at 9:15 a.m. by President Joyce Deitch with a prayer and a credentials report of 2890 registered delegates. This day immediately began with WIBC elections. Joan Feinblum was elected 3rd VP and Barbara Bates was re-elected as 6th VP. Several directors were re-elected to the WIBC Board. Reno, NV presented the traveling ball to Ft. Lauderdale, FL who will host the WIBC tournament and annual meeting in 2001. Unfinished business on Amendment W-8 allows the respective boards to determine the local and state/provincial dues up to the maximum established by the WIBC Board of Directors for optional benefits. It also allows associations to offer optional benefits. The option and dues structure must be submitted to WIBC prior to implementation. After a lengthy discussion, the amendments were passed by the delegation. Following the singing of "May the Good Lord Bless and Keep You" and the retirement of the flags, the 83rd annual convention was adjourned at approximately 12:15 p.m. End of Day 3. Delegates attending NYS Convention in Niagara Falls, NY May 2000
Day 1, Niagara Falls, NY, May 19, 2000 - Reported by Bonnie Willey Sue McMaster, President of the Niagara Falls WBA, called the 68th annual meeting of the NYSWBA to order. Attending this meeting were 331 registered officers, directors and delegates. VP, Vi Bonomo, called for the advancement of the colors whereupon the American flag, the flags of WIBC and NYSWBA were advanced to the dais. Invocation was given by Chaplain, Marilyn Johnson. VP, Vi Bonomo, led the delegation in the pledge of allegiance and the singing of the national anthem. Delegates were greeted by members of the Niagara Falls area including the Mayor, the Chief of Police, Vice Commissioner of the Niagara Falls Convention Bureau, District Manager of AMF and YABA-WIBA Director. NYSWBA Director, Betty Kingsley, responded to the greetings. Chairperson, Sandy Andiano, reported the following: Line officers-6; Directors-12; Life Members-0; Delegates-312; Members Emeriti-1; Total 331. Chairperson, Terry Sabia, presented the rules and moved on their adoption for this meeting which was carried. Chairperson, Frances McCormick, moved to dispense wit the reading of the minutes of the 67th annual meeting held May 28-20, 1999 in Albany and accepted, as printed, and placed on file which was also carried. After the minutes, VP, Vi Bonomo, then asked the following directors to give their reports: Vi Bonomo read the president's report as President Kreidler was in the hospital that morning for tests. Doctors at that point could not determine what the problem was. Then the following reports were read: Secretary-Treasurer's and Acts of the Board by Nancy Walczyk. Betty Kingsley read the awards report and informed everyone that the Service to Young Award winner was Sue Ann Lefler from Twin City WBA and the Service to Bowling/Community Award winner was Phyllis Berger from Gloversville WBA. A new award was introduced as NYSWBA Proprietor of the Year Award. Forms must be submitted by September 15th to the NYSWBA office and awards committee chairperson. Susan George of Suffolk and Nassau County WBA, Mildred Hunt of Johnson City, a member of BJCE WBA for over 50 years, and Beverly Schindo of New Filed became the 57th, 58th and 59th members to be inducted into the NYSWBA Hall of Fame. The afternoon meeting started with Bibsy Wansnor giving her breast cancer report. Bowlers from all associations have purchased 5000 breast cancer pins and over 1500 bears. The walk-a-thon, being held after the afternoon session, was being held on Goat Island and there will be 32 entrants walking who have collected over $5000 in pledges and donations as of April 15th. In February checks of $1000 each were sent to Roswell Cancer Research Center in Buffalo and the Sloan Kettering Memorial Cancer Research Center in NYC with the recommendation of the committee, and approval of the board of directors, checks for $3,000 will be forwarded to both of these centers as a second donation from the bowlers of NYS. Our guest speaker was Joanne Janicki from Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Joanne presented a very interesting topic on breast cancer. Vi Bonomo then asked the following reports to be read: Finance and Budget; Legislative; Membership Plus; NYS Bowling Council; YABA; Historian; Projects/Promotions; State Delegate; NYS Forum; WIBA Presentation; Publicity/Newsletter; Annual Meeting Study. End of Day 1 Day 2 - Niagara Falls, NY, May 20, 2000 - Reported by Loretta Rice The meeting reconvened at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday with the Chaplain's report followed by the Memorial Service. Thirteen deceased members from GVWBA were honored at the service: Althea Englert, Edna Lynn Morith, Anna M. Hodgdon, Elma L. Kunego, Mary E. Poray, Thelma P. Barager, Thelma M. Stalker, Helen E. Owen, Agnes "Terri" Iaia, Margaret "Peg" Clements, Cynthia E. Slack, Rita Barton and Nancy Cuozzo. The meeting continued with the Nominating Committee report. There was a half hour break to meet the candidates which was a new addition to the meeting this year. The Inspirational Special School award was presented to Dianna Pennington from Niagara Falls High School for her bowling achievements. $200 was awarded to her school and they were going to use it for bowling shirts for the school bowling team. YABA Report - 1200 teams in the State tournament. $25,000 in scholarship money was awarded in NYS. Various other reports were given including Publicity/Newsletter; Annual Meeting; Scholarship. 95 scholarships for a total of $98,500 have been awarded in the 15 years since the scholarships have been established. This year 11 scholarships, totaling $10,500 were awarded. Tournament Report - Queens: 170 entries from 20 associations. Tracy Spanitz from Rochester was crowned queen. There will be two divisions beginning in 2001. Division 1 - 185 and over average and Division 2 - 184 and under average. Senior Singles - 831 entries from 54 associations. Marjorie Smith from GVWBA won first place in Division A. Miss Liberty - 50 entries. First place was Lillian Moore from Catskills/Foothills WBA. Next year's tournament will be in Medina on June 9, 2001. Walk-a-Thon - Had 35 walkers. Had two winners, CJ Bull and Ann Strom. Pat Brown from Nassau County WBA collected the most money of $1,130. 75th Anniversary Award was presented to Buffalo WBA and 50thAnniversary Awards were presented to Ausable Valley, Potsdam and Niagara Falls WBA. Niagara Falls WBA asked for a special privilege and presented baskets to the NYSWBA officers and directors. Rochester WBA will be hosting the 2001 tournament "Lift Off to Excitement". The Crown Plaza Hotel will be the convention center and Clover Lanes will be hosting the tournament. Syracuse WBA extended an invitation to host the 2002 tournament "Butterfly Wishes Come True". The second reading of credentials showed 333 members eligible to vote. Nominating Committee - There were 3 nominees for President. Pat Zonneville was elected as the new president. Our former president, Barbara Kreiley, was elected as Director No. 2. Congratulations, Barb. Gold Ball Ceremony - Niagara Falls WBA to Rochester WBA. New Business - August 5, 2000 picnic and meeting. Good and Welfare - The tournament will be on a website by next year if approved by the board. Benediction and closing hymn. End of Day 2. Delegates attending WIBC Convention in Fort Lauderdale, FL - May 2001
Day 2, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, April 23, 2001 - Reported by Maggie Worth Our day started very early with a breakfast for all NYS delegates attending. After the breakfast, the issues that would be coming out at the meeting were discussed. The invocation was given by the Rev. Peter Lambert who was from one of the local churches. The Canadian and US national anthem were sung by Deborah Mullins, followed by the pledge of allegiance. Welcoming comments were made by a woman from the Visitor's Bureau and the presidents of both the local and county WBA's. Next on the agenda were some awards. The Helen Baker Award was won by Mary Lynly of CA who has been a member for over 50 years. The WIBC Proprietor of the Year Award was won by Frank Ruggerie, owner of Colerain Bowl in Fairfield, Ohio. He has played a strong role in promoting league sanctioning. The Gladys Banker Friendship Award was won by Jan Schmidt of Rochellew, IL. She began bowling at age 9. In 1986 she advanced to the Ladies Pro Bowling Tour. She is currently the PWBA's marketing director. The WIBC/AMF Bev Ortner Award was won by Shannon Dulantis of New Orleans. She had the highest series of the 1999-2000 season with games of 269, 299, 299 = 867 total. She has had six 800 series in her career. Pretty impressive. The Hall of Fame induction was next with three inductees. This concluded the morning session. The afternoon session began with the report of the Credentials Committee reporting that there were 2719 delegates present. Next came the President's report. Four associations were recognized for their 75th anniversary. Committee reports followed. The Strategic Planning Committee listed action plans to help WIBC achieve its vision...also their goals for the next three to five years. The day ended with the Alberta E. Crowe Award won by Missy Bellinder, a California State University-Fullterton freshman. She has been awarded many gold medals and awards since her start in bowling. Delegates attending NYSWBA Convention in Rochester, NY on May 18-19, 2001
Day 1, Rochester, New York, May 18, 2001 - Reported by Chris Busch The 69th Annual Meeting, held at the Crowne Plaza in Rochester, NY was called to order on Friday, May 18, 2001 at 1:10 p.m. by NYSWBA President, Priscilla "Pat" Zonneville. We were welcomed by Betty Kingsley, President of the Rochester WBA. Clover Lanes representative, Cindy Burnett, spoke briefly on behalf of the proprietor on how pleased they were to have both the doubles, singles and team events in one house. This was their 45th season. Steve Pierson of the Greater Rochester Visitors Bureau spoke briefly to welcome us all to Rochester and notes some highlights of the area. A donation of towels and money was presented to the Mary Cariola Center of Rochester. After this, it was time to get down to business. The afternoon sped along as various reports were skimmed and the highlights were pointed out. One report that received much attention was the Acts of the Board. Some delegates were upset and needed additional clarification. One of the acts of the board that required much discussion was the action regarding the policy for life members. After much discussion that even carried over to the second day, the acts of the board were accepted as printed. The guest speaker from WIBC was Susan Windisch, Director from Iowa. Susan spoke about the WIBC Star Program, the WIBC mission, which is to identify and fulfill the needs of the bowlers. Susan also encouraged the delegates and friends to log onto www.bowl.com to find out about the latest news in the bowling industry and also to add any comments concerning Single Membership Organization. After Susan spoke, those walking in the Breast Cancer Walk were excused. Betty Kingsley and Barbara Kreiley held an open seminar discussion. During this discussion, delegates were able to voice their concerns about bowling and where it's going. After this open discussion, we were dismissed for the evening. Some delegates enjoyed a banquet hosted by the Rochester WBA while others enjoyed eating at the talked about "Dinosaur Bar-B-Q". Boy, that was delicious! Day 2, Rochester, NY, May 19, 2001 - Reported by Shirley Elliott |
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