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NATIONAL P.H.A. DIRECTOR’S MEETING

MONDAY May 5, 2008

The Director's meeting of the National Profesional Horsemen's Association held at Luca's in Greenwich, CT was called to order at 11:10 am by President Ray Francis. There were 15 directors in attendance.

The minutes were read from the last director's meeting which were accepted as presented.

TREASURER'S REPORT: Fred Schauder read the financial report which was accepted as presented.

CORRESPONDENCE: Lynn Peters read a note received from Joy Cully thanking the PHA.

Lynn mentioned that a letter had been written to the USHJA / Bill Moroney regarding the USEF, the PHA Medal Finals and the rewarding of Scholarship money. As of yet there has been no reply.

PHA MEDAL CLASS: There was a discussion about upgrading the PHA Medal class and its location. A committee was formed to look into this matter. The following are on this committee: Lynn Peters, Karin Immerman, Judy Richter, Walt Distler and Kathy Pinera. They will present their suggestions at the September director's meeting.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE: Judy Richter reported on the Fairfield / Westchester "Art of" judging seminar which was a big success. Jimmy Lee and Margaret Freeman both presented videos of classes. Participants were then asked to judge these classes. A lively discussion followed. It was a wonderful evening enjoyed by all who attended.

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE: Mary Jane Mitchell reported that completed applications are due back to Ann Grenci by July 1st. Her address is 204 Old Sleepy Hollow Road Pleasantville, NY 10570. Further info can be found on the National PHA web site (ww.nationalpha.com) or call Ann Grenci at (914) 769-1493.

JUNIOR PHA: Mary Jane Mitchell reported that J.P Roukis of the Long Island Jr. PHA requested a donation to help with the funding for the USEF Youth Council at the USEF convention. The National PHA wishes the Youth Council much success; however it is the purpose of the PHA to help needy horseman.

HAWKINS AWARD: Ray Francis announced that Judy Richter will be the next recipient of this prestigious award. It is well deserved.

AID TO MEMBERS: There was no report.

CHARITABLE DONATIONS: There was no report.

OLD BUSINESS: There was no report.

NEW BUSINESS: This is an election year for the PHA. Please bring your nominations to the September meeting.

If other PHA chapters would like to host the National PHA meeting near their location, please contact Ray Francis.

Ray Francis reported that the Devon Horse show might be building another barn. This is of particular interest because the PHA's roots began at the Devon Horse Show. He will keep us posted.

Their being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 12:30 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Jane Mitchell

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