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In order to allow more useable disk space a link has been added (click above) to obtain the Rules and Regulations.
You will need Microsoft Word.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause
and welcome your comments.
If you are unable to obtain a copy through this link, let Cheryl know and a hardcopy will be provided for you.
updated June 14, 2011
to reflect clarification in payback system
The link shows TIMED RULES ONLY
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Updates from August 13th Officer Meeting - noted in "red"
Update from Deep Dixie meeting June 12, 2011
These are highlights of the meeting
A copy of the official minutes will be mailed to each Club President or click here for a copy
Roll Call - all clubs were represented
Treasury Report - current balance $22,852.20
> minus due to Federation dues of $725 and Stalls / Runs $6,327 15,800.20
> minus current T'shirt money collected $960 14,840.20
Expected upcoming cost
> Awards (based on 2010 figures) $6528
> Catering Banquet $1800 6,512.20
Year End Awards
> Saddles - will purchase Billy Bissett saddles again this year. The Jim Collins Sportsmanship
Saddle will be stamped with cost covered by the Jim Collins Memorial Fund
> 2nd-6th place awards - group voted to go with jackets this year, Cheryl will get with Sonia and
Carole to determine price, monogramming, etc and will be contacting winners for sizes
> High Point - discussed contacting winner's parent for confirmation
> Participation trophies - need 16 (have 11 left from last year and Cheryl will get these updated)
Banquet
> Meal - will be seafood, catered - contacting White's Seafood for details. The group did vote
that members pay $5.00 per plate to help offset the cost. Each plate will include 1 raffle ticket
for door prizes. Presidents will be getting head count and money up front.
> Location and Date - Wendell is contacting Leroy Roger's Center in Tifton for possible dates in
August, looking at Friday night from 7 - midnight
*** UPDATE - Banquet confirmed for August 26th, Leroy Rogers Center, Tifton, GA
Headcount and money due no later than Warm Up show on August 13th
> Entertainment - several have offered to check on prices for a DJ and/or band
> Door prizes - each club is asked to furnish 2 door prizes with a value of $25.00 or more. Tickets
for door prize will come with each paid plate.
Warm Up Show
> August 13th, Tifton Arena, Entry Fee $3.50 - payback 70% of $2.50 (as a normal show)
Host club will receive $100 for expenses. Will run all 5 events with 3 age divisions - Pony, Youth,
Adult The show is open to the public, do not have to be a member - no points awarded
Thanks to Tift County for hosting the show and thanks to all those who participated and help work.
Although it was hot, it was a good show - total of 277 riders.
State Show
> open for discussion - no questions asked
Officers for 2011-2012
> President - Robert Pridgen
> Vice President - nominations for Allen Wiggins, Connie Dozier, Greg McFay - these will be sent
out for votes and finalized at the Warm Up Show August 13th
Final Vote - Allen Wiggins is the VP for 2011-2012
> Secretary - Cheryl Powell
> Treasurer - Gena Faircloth
> Points Keeper - Cheryl Powell Back Up - Rhonda Pridgen
Proposals for New Year
Irwin County
1. Change the running order for events - Poles, Cloverleaf, Cones, Texas and Arena
Passed 4 Yes (Irwin, SW, Tift, Turner) 1 No (PW)
2. Update Dress code to set a suitable length on shorts
Passed 5 Yes - shorts must be finger length, meaning when standing should be as long or longer
than your fingertips with arms down by your side
3. Set a rule that votes can only be cast by riding member or a desginated parent or guardian for a
minor child that rides for points
Passed 5 Yes
Southwest Georgia
4. Request that Piney Woods brings their dirt up to par (par defined as less sand - more clay)
Passed 4 Yes (Irwin, SW, Tift, Turner) 1 No (PW)
It was noted that the Officers will make a check of the arena prior to PW's 1st show for the
new season (Nov 5) to assure improvements have been made. If it is determined that the
improvements have not been made, the show will be held in one of the other 4 arenas and PW will
be given a probationary period for correction
Piney Woods
5. Create a ballot for each member when votes are taken
Failed 1 Yes (PW) 4 No (Irwin, SW, Tift, Turner)
Turner County and Tift County presented no proposals
*See Official minutes for details on proposals. Club Presidents will get with their members for votes and present the clubs final vote at the President's meeting to be held at the Warm Up Show Aug. 13
Running Schedule
Posted on Upcoming Events page
It was decided to change the SW GA show scheduled for December 10th to the Fall Rain Date of
November 12th and use December 10th as the rain date.
Rule Concerns
Discussion on payback - will be updated to clarify in the rules. See Official minutes for details
Letters of Concern
See Official minutes for details
Stay on top of updated Federation Rules at www.georgiafsc.com
Reminder of the new HAT Rule
at local shows
