The quarterly general business meeting of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on March 18, 2013 at 7:21 PM.

23 members were present.

The reading of the December meeting minutes was waived.

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Welcome

• President Frankenfeld (Paul) welcomed the members and introduced Board Officers and Trustees that were present.

II.  Constitution

• Paul provided background information on the process of the constitution revisions. Three years ago a committee was established to begin the revision.  The Board has completed their revisions.  In accordance with the current constitution the revised constitution must be sent to the general membership for approval.  To pass the revisions a quorum of 30 members would be required for a vote.  The new constitution would then be sent to the IEB for final approval.
• Discussion included questions from members Michael Meloy and Brian Deyo, who asked if we could receive a waiver from the IEB and do the voting through the mail.  Since the revised constitution can be found on the membership side of the website a hard copy could be provided to anyone who does not have an email address or those requesting a hard copy.  This would keep the cost down for printing and mailing.  Pat Nott pointed out that if the IRS can accept electronic submissions and electronic signatures that voting this way would make sense.  Paul explained that it was a Department of Labor issue that requires the in-person aspect but he was willing to seek a waiver from the IEB.  Dave Haldeman asked who does the audit for the organization.  Paul answered that John Layne is the current auditor.  Barb Lambert added that John Layne has requested we consider hiring a back up for Rhonda.

 

III. Convention

• Paul reminded the members that the AFM convention would take place in July in Las Vegas.  Paul Frankenfeld (President), Carol Dunevant (Secretary), and Rebecca Andres (elected delegate) will be attending.  Barb Lambert will be attending as an observer.
• The AFM is struggling with membership and is examining ways of increasing relevance. There has been a definite decline in the recording industry and smaller numbers of new members.  In addition it is consolidating smaller locals with larger ones.  Local 1 has absorbed Portsmouth and Hamilton as a result of consolidation done by the national office.

IV.  National and Local news

• San Francisco is on strike and both Minnesota and the St. Paul groups are locked out.  The CSO is working hard to have interaction between players and Board members to increase personal connections.
• Opportunities for freelance players are slim and in decline.  This is due to the increase of DJs and increase in electronics.
• Paul provided an update on the Horseshoe Casino and his hopes that it will increase opportunities for freelance musicians in the area.
• There are lobbying efforts going on in Washington that focus on radio rights.  It would affect large companies and not the smaller, non-profit stations.

 

OPEN DISCUSSION:

 

1. A heartfelt thank you was given that Local #1 was able to absorb the Hamilton Local.

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:23PM.

 

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on March 4, 2013 at 3:28 PM.

Mike Andres was absent due to illness.

The minutes of the February 18, 2013 were approved as amended.

NEW MEMBERS:

Eric Louie, Bassoon

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

NONE

REINSTATE:

NONE

DECEASED:

Mark Dinkelaker

Jim Sherrick

Bud Riser

Pierson Dejager

 

RESIGNED:

Heejin Yoon

Mark Tollefson

ERASED:

NONE

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Horseshoe Casino

• Paul reported that he would be attending the opening as a member of the AFL-CIO Labor Committee.  It appears that large acts will be performing at the new casino and will be interested in finding out how many might be self contained acts and how many might be able to provide employment to area musicians.
• Paul will be attending at meeting on April 12, 2013 for ArtsWave to discuss the potential impact of the casino.

II.  Pension

• There is still some issue with American Public Radio and the CSO for the broadcasts aired on the show SymphonyCast.  Paul will keep the Board informed.

 

III. CSO

• Paul will be holding a meeting with the five string principals regarding the sub call order and has asked the Board to consider the issue for the next meeting.

IV.  Meeting with Hal Ponder and Sherrod Brown

• The meeting did not take place as planned but may be in the future.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.Piano Spider Dolly

• A small, used dolly was purchased for the piano so that it can be moved around the new office space more easily.

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24074 – 24085

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, March 18 at 5:30PM. The Quarterly General Membership Meeting will follow it at 7:00PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:08PM.

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on February 4, 2013 at 3:05 PM.

All members were present.

The minutes of the January 21, 2013 were approved.

NEW MEMBERS:      NONE

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS:         NONE

NEW MEMBERS:     NONE

REINSTATE:     NONE

DECEASED:         Ed Wuebold, January 12, 2013

RESIGNED: The following members have resigned in good standing.

Sean Vore

Wallis Vore

Alison Brown Sincoff

Lucy Firlie

Robert Poe

ERASED:           NONE

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Move/Relocation

• Our 30-day notice has been given to Tim Haines.  Our last day will be February 28, 2013.
• The pop machine and the safe have been taken care of and will not be part of the move.
• 7 filing cabinets (letter size) will be donated to the CSO.
• A shredding truck will be scheduled to come in as the end of the month approaches to take care of outdated material that doesn’t need to move.

II.  CMA Benefits Club

• John Layne provided the office with the 990 for the Benefits Club.  The following information is presented for Department of Labor compliance:

The President and bookkeeper have discussed the options concerning the Organization obtaining the capabilities of preparing financial statements that would not require significant changes by the auditor.  Mr. Frankenfeld has decided that it would not be cost beneficial to change its current practice.  Mr. Frankenfeld believes it is in the best interest of the Organization to continue to retain the auditing firm to prepare its financial statements in conjunction with the year-end audit.  However, management will review and approve adjusting entries, if any.  Additionally, management will review and approve the financial statements, including disclosures, before they are presented to the trustees.  Management will review and approve the Form 990 and Form 5500 before they are filed.

III. Shen Yun

• It has been brought to the attention of Paul that studio teachers at CCM have received a communication.  Shen Yun is sending invitations to students to audition for their touring show.  Individuals need to find out if Shen Yun has a contract with the New York Office. Individuals would want to approach this audition the same way one would approach a cruise ship engagement.

IV.  Musician’s Ball

• Tickets and mailers will be printed and ready by the week of February 11, 2013.
•  Carol and Lynne have coordinated responding to ticket requests over the phone with Rhonda and hopefully it will go as smoothly as in the past.
• February 28 will be the cut off date for persons wishing to pick up their tickets at the office due to the move.

V.  Symphony News

• The previously mentioned tenure issues have been taken care of.  Probation periods have been extended until the new Music Director is present in order to make a final decision.

VI.  Website

• Carol reported that the website turnover meeting went smoothly.
• The current quarterly hours have already been used due to high volume email questions and needs.  Carmen explained the billing process and Carol will keep a running list of any particular items needing Cybervise assistance and will coordinate with Carmen at the beginning of each quarter.

VII. CCO

• Paul is still waiting for a response from Mike Cioffi.  The issue is still on hold.

NEW BUSINESS:     NONE

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:  See attached B 24033 – 24050

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, February 18 at noon.

Meeting adjourned at 3:56PM.