2005 MEETING MINUTES
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January 19th, 2005 meeting

Meeting was called to order by Mike Brodie at 7:00 p.m. David Caples distributed information about the Katie Ride for Life, a donor awareness bicycling event, on Sunday, April 17, 2005.  The Katie Ride for Life cycling event will start in Jacksonville (Ponte Vedra to St. Augustine).  The one-day ride will feature a 100km route for advanced cyclist and a 60km or 30km ride for recreational cyclist.  They encourage teams or individual participation.  There is a $100.00 minimum pledge to participate in this event.  Volunteers are also needed.  Anyone interested can go to www.katierideforlife.org for more information or contact Jonathan Tomassetti regarding training rides. Jonathan Tomassetti distributed a comparison of running to cycling chart explaining how cycling distances compare to running distances and a schedule of training rides. Jonathan showed examples of the equipment needed for cycling.   Cycling and safety issues were also addressed. Mike Brodie suggested information about Katie Ride for Life be included in the Pirates on the Run packets. Meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.  Respectfully submitted, Marilyn Roberts

February 16th, 2005 meeting

Present: John McBrearty Steve Devlin Bill & Emilie Pennington Ed Hardee Jack Tomassetti Jonathan Tomassetti Joe Fanelli Bob Tomassetti Marty & Rusty Elliott Carolyn Peeples Tracy Lindsey Janet Devlin MINUTES Meeting was called to order by John McBrearty at 7:10 p.m. Minutes of the January meeting were approved as published to the membership. Under old business Mr.McBrearty announced that the race clock, with tripod and carry case, had been purchased and should be delivered soon. We also aquired a banner with AMELIA ISLAND RUNNERS in blue on gold for the upcoming Special Olympics Tourch Run on Feb. 18. Used trophies were turned in by several members to be recycled by Special Olympics. The "Step Up Florida" flag run sponsored by the Fla Dept. of Health was well supported by Amelia Island runners: Ed Hardee, Bill Pennington, Caroline Fanelli and John McBrearty. We transfered the flag to Duval County across the Crady Bridge. Steve Devlin passed out copies of the latest Treasurer's report. Steve went over the report in detail. The botom line is that we have a balance of $1033.03 even after paying for our RRCA dues and insurance and the race clock. Jonathan Tomassetti distributed information about the Katie Ride for Life, a donor awareness bicycling event, on Sunday, April 17, 2005. The Katie Ride for Life cycling event will start in Jacksonville (Ponte Vedra to St. Augustine). The one-day ride will feature a 100km route for advanced cyclist and a 60km or 30km ride for recreational cyclist. Amelia Island Runners have established a team and anyone interested can join. Go to www.katierideforlife.org for more information or contact Jonathan Tomassetti regarding training rides. Jonathan Tomassetti explained that there is a $25 fee to sigh up and then you will need $100 in donations, but ounce you are registered on line on active.com it is easy for relatives and friends to contribute in your name. Steve Devlin reported on his efforts to support the FBHS Track Team distance runners and coach Ed Brown. Caroline Peeples suggested we participate in the Health Fair at the Amelia Plantation next year as a way to sign up new members. Members were reminded of the River Run Training every Sat at 8:00 AM at FBHS. Meeting closed at 7:45 John McBrearty

April 20th, 2005 meeting

Meeting Called To Order at 7:07pm Minutes from January Meeting read by John McBrearty, approved unanimously Treasurer’s Report by Bruce Dunham, OLD BUSINESS Bill Pennington gave report on Fleet Feet Run Family Event brought in over 120 runners, Tie Dying shirts a big success Thank you to Little Fernandina Theater Thank you to Stacy Smith- masseuse Overall Response was very positive Improvements for next year already in the works Jill Staples gave report on Katie Ride for Life AIR team raised more than $1,300.00 for event Great event, total of 8 cyclists represented AIR club Next year David Caples is trying to have event in FB NEW BUSINESS AIR new club shirts are in T- Shirts or Singlets available for $8.00 each Email John McBrearty if interested AIR Club Runs Tuesday and Wednesday 6pm, meet at the Rec Center Annual Membership Dues AIR Newsletter will now list your membership anniversary date, please forward dues on your anniversary date to: PO Box 15322, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Annual Dues are: 20.00 Individual 25.00 family 10.00 student Volunteer needed to organize guest speaker for AIR club meetings Power Bars and other goodies provided by Marty Elliott-Thank you! New idea: Bill Pennington suggested we organize fun, light hearted events to fund raise and promote our club. i.e. beach team relays, nothing competitive. Discussion took place on methods to handle our own timing and race results for the future. Upcoming Races and Events Shrimp Fest 5 K Run/walk- April 30 AIR club gathering April 30, 6pm at Sliders – COME JOIN THE FUN! Turtle Trot- Labor Day Weekend Meeting Adjourned at 7:50pm Minutes respectfully submitted by: Jill Staples

June 15th, 2005 meeting

Present: John McBrearty Jill Staples Marilyn Roberts Joe Fanelli Ed Hardee Jazz Tomasetti Jonathan Tomasetti Bill Pennington Joe Gerrity Mike Brodie Bill Beaumont MINUTES Meeting Called To Order at 7:05pm by President John McBrearty Minutes from May 18, 2005 Meeting approved unanimously; Treasurer’s Report read by John McBrearty, Current Balance, $1,702.19. OLD BUSINESS:  Ed Hardee accepted the responsibility of the AIR Newsletter and already published his first issue! Job well done!  Thank you Ed. NEW BUSINESS New Membership Chairman: Bill Beaumont, Bill will be sending out reminder letters for membership renewals                 Suggestion from Jonathan Tomasetti to get business cards or something small to hand out to potential members. TURTLE TROT RACE: + Co Chairs- Bill Pennington and John McBrearty + Application Form Processing Committee: Joe Fanelli and Bill Beaumont + Race Day Registration Chair and Volunteer Coordination: Susan Stanley + Date: September 3rd + Time: 8:30 am + Course: Run Through beautiful Ft. Clinch State Park-  Free Entry for entire family the entire day! + Entry Forms available at Amelia Wellness Center, www.Active.com and at our upcoming Fun Run!

July 16th, 2005 meeting

Present: John McBrearty Steve Devlin Bill & Emilie Pennington Ed Hardee Jack Tomassetti Jonathan Tomassetti Joe Fanelli Bob Tomassetti Marty & Rusty Elliott Carolyn Peeples Tracy Lindsey Janet Devlin MINUTES Meeting was called to order by John McBrearty at 7:10 p.m. Minutes of the January meeting were approved as published to the membership. Under old business Mr.McBrearty announced that the race clock, with tripod and carry case, had been purchased and should be delivered soon. We also aquired a banner with AMELIA ISLAND RUNNERS in blue on gold for the upcoming Special Olympics Tourch Run on Feb. 18. Used trophies were turned in by several members to be recycled by Special Olympics. The "Step Up Florida" flag run sponsored by the Fla Dept. of Health was well supported by Amelia Island runners: Ed Hardee, Bill Pennington, Caroline Fanelli and John McBrearty. We transfered the flag to Duval County across the Crady Bridge. Steve Devlin passed out copies of the latest Treasurer's report. Steve went over the report in detail. The botom line is that we have a balance of $1033.03 even after paying for our RRCA dues and insurance and the race clock. Jonathan Tomassetti distributed information about the Katie Ride for Life, a donor awareness bicycling event, on Sunday, April 17, 2005. The Katie Ride for Life cycling event will start in Jacksonville (Ponte Vedra to St. Augustine). The one-day ride will feature a 100km route for advanced cyclist and a 60km or 30km ride for recreational cyclist. Amelia Island Runners have established a team and anyone interested can join. Go to www.katierideforlife.org for more information or contact Jonathan Tomassetti regarding training rides. Jonathan Tomassetti explained that there is a $25 fee to sigh up and then you will need $100 in donations, but ounce you are registered on line on active.com it is easy for relatives and friends to contribute in your name. Steve Devlin reported on his efforts to support the FBHS Track Team distance runners and coach Ed Brown. Caroline Peeples suggested we participate in the Health Fair at the Amelia Plantation next year as a way to sign up new members. Members were reminded of the River Run Training every Sat at 8:00 AM at FBHS. Meeting closed at 7:45 John McBrearty

August 17th, 2005 meeting

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October 19th, 2005 meeting

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November, 2005 meeting

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December, 2005 meeting

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