USFSS Board Meeting
June 3, 2025
Meeting called to order at 7:05pm CST by Dan Hanks.
Attendance: Lizzie Hill, Dan Hanks, Emily Ferrans, Wendy Tarlow, Marie Ralff, Rachel Medina, Niina Baum, Destinee Kiel, Anna Marmann, Dan Bocock, Kriya Dunlap, Taylor Johannigman, Brigid Kassing, Ron Klepadlo
Meeting Minutes: May 2025 meeting minutes: Motion to approve by Destinee. Lizzie seconds. All in favor.
Treasurer Report: Marie has processed 120 DIDs/memberships so far for the current season. USFSS PayPal has a current balance of $3889.13 and the USFSS checking account has $11,371.63.
WCh Race Committee: Lizzie provides an update on the official race jersi that included updated color options.
Athlete Selection Committee: Lizzie stated USFSS got 135 people who applied for the national team for 2025 IFSS WCh. The goal is to have the selections finalized and shared with those selected by June 12th.
Race Accreditation Committee: Discussion of application deadline for world cup accreditation occurred. Last year USFSS updated the deadline from August 1 to July 15. Anna brought up if we want to do that again this year. The board decided to continue with the July 15 deadline.
Race Results Audit Committee: Marie stated that the committee proposed multiple changes for errors made on the results and IFSS accepted those changes. IFSS did announce that next year any changes need to be communicated within 2 weeks of the results being submitted. Marie brings up having the committee review race results before they are sent to IFSS to ensure results are accurate. Marie would like one more person added to the committee. Wendy volunteers.
Sponsorship/Fundraising Committee: Dan Bocock provided an update on the rig/scooter fundraiser the committee is working on. Wendy found some issues in regards to holding a raffle as a 501c3. USFSS is incorporated in Alaska – meaning we need 25 members who are based in Alaska to hold a raffle and the raffle needs to be held in Alaska. Wendy recommends USFSS find another 501c3 based in WI to hold the raffle. USFSS will ask WITB if they would be willing to hold the raffle.
WCh Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee: Destinee has received a $500 sponsorship commitment, she is talking with a potential lead dog sponsor. Danielle has received $2,000+ worth of product donated in addition to discount codes. Niina has confirmed $3,000 in sponsorships and is working on additional leads.
USFSS Congress: Dan H is working on sending out an email in regards to accepting applications from interested potential board members. Wendy has written up proposed bylaw changes for review.
Continental Director Update: USFSS has been seeking any interested individuals for the vacant Continental Director position. Canada has not provided any applicants. USFSS has received one interested applicant.
Motion to adjourn by Niina, second by Marie. All in favor. Adjourned at 8:25pm CST.
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