Minutes (13)
TBBA MINUTES
4/11/13
Meeting called to order at 7:36 pm by Pres. David Smith.
Welcome guests
86 in attendance with 13 being guests.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Officers!
Dinner
SPEAKER
Doug Hampton, who works with D&J Apiaries, shared a sample of the natural cedar
hives he is making which will be available through D&J.
David led a discussion along with questions and answers with membership. Timing of
mite treatment, making splits, and much more. David also discussed flows or lack of
beginning the end of the year and first of 2013. Orange trees really didn’t get enough
natural rain. Lack of cold also is causing a problem with the blooms. If your bees were
lucky enough to get rain, you may make some orange. He explained how to pull brood
and start new hives. He reminded all of the seminar being put on by Ridge Beekeepers
this Saturday, April 13 and all interested are welcome to attend. Polk county Extension
Office in Bartow on 17.
Workday will be a week from this coming Saturday at 640 and Keeseville Rd. Meet at
Tim’s Cafe. 3316 Keeseville Rd. 9:30 am. Will be looking at all the hives.
OLD BUSINESS
TREASURERS REPORT
Felicia has resigned due to her work. Russ Frank nominated Pat Allen as her
replacement. Seconded. Vote carried. Pat Allen new treasurer.
See attached report.
MINUTES
Motion made to accept minutes. Seconded and passed.
BOM
Russ Frank reported state BOM minutes not approved so cannot be discussed. The state
By-laws still under construction.
BEE YARD
There will be a workday next Saturday at 9:45. Meet at Tim’s Cafe in Lithia Pinecrest at
640 and Keeseville Rd.
LOGO
Dennis presented the three colors the Board has chosen for the association logo shirts.
Burgundy, forest green and khaki. Membership voted and results are:
Burgundy 4
Forest green 29
Khaki 30
Khaki will be our color.
SEMINAR
Tom absent due to illness.
NEW BUSINESS:
David asked if anyone is aware of the existence of a hospitality committee . Believe
Mary Fay Roberts is and will get with her when she returns from a trip.
Jan will be sending a combined subscription letter to American Bee Journal. Association
members can get a one year subscription for $20 as opposed to $27. Let Jan know if you
wish to subscribe and get her your money or check made out to the association and she
will send together with one check.
Ag in the Classroom is here once again and Marie Blanchet needs a volunteer for 5/3.
Please see her if you can do.
Gary Ranker spoke about checking our library for duplicates and sharing them with
the fledgling Suncoast Beekeepers. Suggested we have a tip jar to replace some of the
books. Tabled.
Mosi having earth day 4/20 and 4/21 from 9 to 3. Sat and Sun. Russ Frank and Dennis
McClain will represent TBBA on Saturday and Johnny and Amy Walker will do Sunday.
RAFFLE
Adjourn at 9:47 pm.
TBBA MINUTES
3/14/13
Meeting called to order at 7:36 pm by Pres. David Smith.
Welcome guests
89 in attendance with 8 being guests.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Officers!
Dinner
SPEAKER
Mario Jakub was our speaker and presented a program on how to make splits. Working
on a video for our library.
OLD BUSINESS
TREASURERS REPORT
Our current balance is $2,901.37.
This amount reflects two deposits:
1) $460.00 deposited on February 19th from honey sales
2) $170.00 deposited on February 19th from membership dues
This balance also reflects the payment to restart our insurance in the amount of $638.40.
We have one outstanding check in the amount of $825.00 sent to the FSBA for dues that has not
been cashed yet.
Motion to accept. Seconded and passed.
MINUTES
Motion made to accept minutes. Seconded and passed.
BOM
Russ Frank reported he participated in a 3 hour 17 minute telephone meeting. Among
subjects discussed were the budget, various committees, ruling on ferrall bees, etc. He
volunteered to serve on a sub-committee for seed gift exchange. Details cannot be
divulged until minutes have been approved.
INSURANCE
David announced we now have insurance. Company is Nautilus Insurance in
Clearwater, Fl. Hopefully, all will remain in place with no problems.
BEE YARD
There will be a workday next Saturday at 9:45. Meet at Tim’s Cafe in Lithia Pinecrest at
640 and Keeseville Rd. (3316) .
LOGO
Dennis presented four different logos he has developed and much discussion ensued.
Jeff Cummins also presented his. Vote taken and Dennis’s with Skyway bridge was
voted in.
NEW BUSINESS:
SEMINAR
Tom announced all progressing nicely. He has someone to cater the lunch which will
save money. Everyone should work hard to spread the word.
RAFFLE
Adjourn at 9:57 pm.
TBBA MINUTES
2/14/13
Meeting called to order at 7:35 pm by Pres. David Smith.
Welcome guests
82 in attendance with 7 being guests. inc. Pres. of FSBA and the new ABF Honey
Queen.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Officers!
Dinner
SPEAKER
Caroline Adams, 2013 American Honey Queen, presented a Power Point Presentation
showing an overview of her upcoming year in which she will represent the ABF across
the nation and what her personal goals will be.
OLD BUSINESS
Motion made to accept minutes. Seconded and passed.
INSURANCE
David reported we have been declined coverage by four more insurance companies.
The search continues.
BEE YARD
The winners of the free hives and the nuc need to be at the bee yard by 9am this coming
Saturday to pick them up.
LOGO
Dennis McClain presented a logo his company has come up with. Much discussion and
differing opinions took place. Majority agreed we need more than one option to choose
from. Dennis will work on a few more and Mrs. Roberts will try and find a picture of
the old one from years ago.
NEW BUSINESS:
SEMINAR
Tom needs volunteers. Date has been set for May 18. Program will remain the same.
Will not use live bees since we have no insurance. Will use observation hive with
displays. Jan will accept mail in registrations. Discussed raffling off a hive at $5 ticket.
ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY
Possibility of doing a directory discussed. David pointed out some people may not
want their personal information made public. Decided to address this subject after
seminar is over.
David appointed Teri Whitney to help Gene Petys on Hospitality Committee. And Pat
Allen to replace Mr. Amann as a check signer.
RAFFLE
Adjourn at 9:50 pm
TBBA MINUTES
1/10/13
Meeting called to order at 7:35 pm by Pres. David Smith.
75 in attendance with 4 being guests.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Officers!
Dinner
SPEAKER
Our speakers were Jimmy Johnson and Johnny Walker. They spoke on
types of bee removals. Swarms, trap outs and cutouts. They both got into
beekeeping because of feral bees. For a swarm, sugar water them down,
smoke them, until you know how aggressive they are. A frame of brood in
the hive body helps get them going in.
Cut out: Infrared gun is helpful locating brood chamber as it detects the
higher temperature. Even works in block walls. Suit up and let neighbors
know what you are doing . Expose hive in wall if you can. Remove brood
comb and put in catch frames. Pieces of comb with eggs and brood. Couple
catch frames help start a new hive. Then take out comb with honey. As it
establishes, put brood to the outside. They then demonstrated how to use a
bee vac.
Trap Out: Drawback to this method is time. Make a cone out of screen
allowing bees to come out but not get back in. Attach to wall and seal.
Make sure there is a good frame of brood in their new home that contains
stick eggs. Put it right right next to the cone.
We were reminded to check the state website for information on upcoming
legislation regarding beekeepers possibly being licensed to do bee
removals.
Bert Kelly gave details of the upcoming State Fair and the State Bee
Association booth there. He needs volunteers to man the booth as the fair
runs from 2/7- 2/18. Please contact him to volunteer.
OLD BUSINESS:
TREASURERS REPORT
3668.16 balance according to last paper statement. David explained that TD
Bank where our account is has mixed up completely the signature cards
and will not recognize Felicia as the new Treasurer. Because of many
ongoing problems with TD, a motion was made to change banks. More
than one person suggested Mid Florida Credit Union. Motion passed.
MINUTES
Motion was made to accept minutes. Passed.
BEE YARD
David explained that we still have no insurance. Nothing from Texas
Company that insures the Ridge Association. Jan has been working with
agent with Farm Bureau and we are applying once again with them.
Application being sent. There will therefore be no work day at the bee yard
until insurance is obtained.
David reported there have been 799 pounds of honey extracted from our
hives.
LOGO
When David reminded we still need to come up with a logo for the
association, Dennis offered to develop three different logos and present
them at our next meeting.
HIVE GIVEAWAY
Five current members have no hive and are eligible to be given one of the
four hives purchased by D&J Apiary at the state convention. Tom Troiana
donated a nuc so drawing was held to see who would get the nuc as
opposed to a hive. Ms Armstrong’s name was drawn for the nuc.
REVIEW OF ASSOCIATION CHECKBOOK AND ACCOUNT
Motion made by Pat Allen to have books reviewed by an accountant. James
Crauswell suggested it be tabled until we can check out the cost of the
review. Motion made to do so. Passed.
BOARD OF MANAGERS REPLACEMENT
Rene Hartman would like to step down from this position. Russ Frank and
Jane Lundh have both volunteered to take her place. Jane absent and Russ
asked to leave the room. Election by show of hands. Russ elected.
SEMINAR
David called for a person to head up our annual seminar. Tom Troiani who
headed it up last year, accepted once again. He will get his thoughts
together and report next month.!
See David if you want to attend the Fla. Agricultural Hall of Foundation
Banquet on 2/12/13. Cost is $60 per person.
Jakub reported he has all the files for the website now and will move to his
server asap. Ownership is now transferred to the TBBA from Richard Crites.
Felicia announced the company she works for does sight preservation and
often runs into bees. She wants to put together a register of people to be
called for this. If you would like to be on list, please contact her with your
information.
Felicia suggests we do an educational presentation to send to inquiries she
gets about educational presentations. She would welcome any help on that.
Announcement made that the Bee College will be held on 3/8 and 9 at
Whitney Labs north of Daytona.
Raffle
9:38 Adjourn
TBBA MINUTES
11/8/2012
Call to order at 7:35 pm by Pres. David Smith.
63 in attendance with 4 being guests.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Officers!
Dinner
> Our speaker! was Rebecca Conroy who demonstrated how to make your own
beeswax lotion. The instructions are at the end of the minutes.
> David reported that Mario had bought the 4 hives that were auctioned at the
convention. A couple of them weren’t in great shape and needed queens. Mario wanted
all to know that David Miksa had donated two new queens for the hives and Mario
picked them up on the way down tonight. These hives will be given to deserving
members of the association who have none. Money from the raffle went to the honey
queen.
> David reported the insurance company that cancelled us is still trying to place us
with another company. And that we are still talking to a second company who also has
not found a policy for us. We remain without insurance.
> Johnny Sampson, the gentleman responsible for the meeting rooms at the ag
center, is retiring this month. We are asked to donate toward his party and a gift for
him. Motion made to donate $125. Seconded and passed.
> Old Business
Treasurers Report
Tabled as Felicia is sick.
Minutes!
Motion made to accept minutes. Seconded and passed.
Bee yard!
No work days until we have insurance.
Report on State Convention
Convention was a success. David Smith awarded “Beekeeper of the Year”
and Noel and Marie Blanchet awarded the “Pioneer Award”.
David feels our Association table should be improved if we do this type
presentation again.
Dennis and Russ successfully completed the master beekeeper course.
>New Business
Association logo
David announced we need a logo for our association. Anyone who would
like to design and submit one for consideration, please do so to Jan. One
will then be chosen.
>!Christmas Party
Christmas party Sign up sheet was passed around.
Party is Dec. 13, regular meeting day, at the Brandon Library on
Vondenberg Rd. Room will already be decorated. Meats are taken
care of but everyone should bring a covered dish. Johnny will bring
sausage, Kevin a turkey, Becky a ham. There will be a speaker.
Reminder that there will be no alcohol, no smoking and no animals. You
can arrive at 6:30.
> Raffle
> Adjourn at 9:35 pm
LOTION
3/4 oz beeswax (dry measurement)
1 cup oil
1 cup distilled water
Notes:
Re water: You can use different waters such as rose water, aloe, teas (calendula, or one
of your choice) Distilled water is also best.
Re oil: Sunflower, olive, almond, grape seed, coconut.
or you can combine a solid such as cocoa butter with oil in a combination of one third
cup solid to two thirds cup liquid oil.
STEP 1:! Heat wax in pyrex measuring cup til melted but not overheated. Add the oil
to beeswax. If using solids, let melt and take off burner to cool until slight rim of wax
forms around edge of cup.
STEP 2: At same time, heat water in separate pyrex til same temperature.
STEP 3: Pour water into mixing container. Turn on mixer and slowly add oil mixture. It
will be lumpy at first but will turn smooth as you mix.
STEP 4: At this time, add whatever essential oils you wish and bottle.
Short shelf life as there are no preservatives.
LIP BALM
Two ingredients: wax and oil
One part wax to three parts oil
Do same as above and put into tubes.
TBBA MINUTES 10/11/12
PRE MEETING
Everyone entering was required to fill out an information sheet in order to updaterecords. Dues were also collected for the new year. As new by-laws were to be votedon, only paid members can vote. Ballots were passed out. This presented a 100%quorum for this vote.
>7:30pm President David Smith called the meeting to order.
>There were 68 in attendance with no guests.
>Prayer and pledge of allegiance.
>Introduction of officers.
>Dinner
>Our speaker was David Westervelt, FDACS. He oversees all apiary inspection in thestate. He touched on several subjects including how to protect our hives from pesticidesduring pollination. He suggested visiting floridabeeprotection.org, a website with thedivision of agriculture and environmental sciences. It is a wealth of information thatwould benefit beekeepers regarding this subject. He reiterated that the best way ofcourse to protect your bees is to stay in contact with he grove owners and keep opencommunication at all times.
He also spoke about the new law passed this year regarding the right to keep backyardbees. The right to farm act. It really has not been challenged as of yet. It preempts any town or county ordinance. It does not, however, preempt a homeowners associationthat states no bees.
If you are challenged in any way, do not hesitate to contact the state attorneys as they will back you, as long as you are a registered beekeeper.
He reminded everyone be patient with inspections as thy are swamped. Where thereuse to be around 900 hives that needed inspecting, there are now 2800. Possibility of master beekeepers doing some of the inspections or perhaps selfinspecting has been suggested.
Subject of bee removals now being against the law came up. When details are workedout, beekeepers that do removals will be required to have a special certificate after taking a class and to carry liability insurance and have a business license. This must allpass the legislature and probably be enacted next summer.
OLD BUSINESS
>Motion made to vote on the by-laws as done. Seconded and passed. Floor opened for discussion. Miles asked if we had quorum. David pointed out the quorum is present as we paid dues and started the new year so we have a 100% quorum. Motion made to accept the vote as done. Seconded and passed
Treasurers Report>New treasurer, Felicia Ward, has not yet received the next bank statement so cannot complete a report. Will update at the next meeting.
Minutes >Motion to accept secretary’s minutes, seconded, voted and passed.
Bee Yard >David reported there will be no work day at the bee yard this weekend. Jeff put 2 nucs in 2 deeps. Pepper still going on with goldenrod, spanish needle and some others. Holding up pretty well. Association has 52 hives now and will try to get back up to 64.
State Convention >Gary reported that State Convention plans are moving along fast now. Push on now for registration. Lots of speakers are on the agenda. We will donate some cookbooks for the raffle. There will be a honey taste judging so bring your best honey to enter.
Insurance >David announced that the insurance we recently took out with Auto Owners has in fact been cancelled due to the public’s exposure to the bee yard. We are in touch with another company for a quote which should be forthcoming very soon.
NEW BUSINESS
>David announced Rodney as our new Program Director and Gene Petys as the new Hospitality Coordinator.
Christmas Party
>Our party will be held Dec 13, our regular meeting day. To be held once again at the Brandon Library. The room will already be decorated. People volunteered to bring a turkey, ham and sausage. Everyone else please bring side dishes. Number of people attending must be in by Nov. 8 so please email or call Jan Allen and let her know you will be coming. There will be no alcohol or smoking.
Ag in the classroom
>Still need volunteers to teach the kids during Ag in the Classroom. See or call Marie Blanchet. The Great American Teach In is also Nov. 15th and will be held at Pride Elementary. Becky volunteered to teach that and will see Eva Garcia to work out details.
>By Laws balloting results: Vote was 49 to 9 in favor of accepting the by-laws.
>Raffle
>9:45 Adjourn
>7:30pm President David Smith called meeting to order
>82 in attendance of which 7 were guests. Guests introduced themselves and signed the guest book.
>Prayer and pledge of allegiance.
>Introduction of officers.
>Dinner
>As there was no speaker, a movie from our library, “Farm to Market” was shown. Discussion and questions followed. Rendering wax, different types of extractors, association’s extractor is for use of members, upcoming pepper flow. Possibility of association purchasing an electric extractor was mentioned.
>Election of officers
David asked for any nominations from the floor. There were none.
President, David Smith, Secretary, Jan Allen, and Treasurer, Felicia Ward running unopposed. David called for voice vote on each and all carried.
Two candidates running for Vice President’s position, Miles Carter and Johnny Walker. Written ballot vote taken with Johnny Walker winning.
New slate of officers: Pres. David Smith
Vice Pres. Johnny Walker
Sec. Jan Allen
Treas. Felicia Ward
OLD BUSINESS
>Convention
Gary reported plans are falling together. Arrangements for speakers taken care of. He asked for ideas that the association can do to promote themselves during the convention. David will provide the TBBA’s large banner to hang. Felicia volunteered to chair a committee to come up with ideas. Tom and Brenda volunteered to help
Gary going to Ft Myers next week to take part in talks regarding the pest control issue and possible licensing, etc.
TREASURERS REPORT
>Only one outstanding check for $248.92 leaving a balance of $4,754.27 - 248.92 = 4505.35
Motion to accept, seconded and passed.
MINUTES
>Motion to accept, seconded and passed.
If you don’t have email, get with Jan and she will mail them to you. They will also be available at the name tag desk at beginning of meeting for your perusal. David announced this is one of the new ways of doing things.
INSURANCE
>David announced the insurance policy we recently purchased may be cancelled due to the exposure of the public to the bee yard. We will be informed within a few days. If so, we will investigate other companies. The policy to cover the officers, if we purchase, will run around $900 to $1,000 dollars.
BEE YARD
>David announced there will be a workday this Saturday (9/15) in Homeland. Association’s hives will be re-queened. Bees will not go back to Upper Tampa Bay Park but will stay in Homeland until they go on orange. Jakub will put directions to Homeland on the website.
BYLAWS
>David reminded everyone that the by-laws will be voted on next month. If you need a copy to review, see Jan.
AG IN THE CLASSROOM
>Marie Blanchet announced the Ag in the Classroom would be held at the State Fairgrounds on 10/30, 10/31, 11/1, 11/2, 11/5, 11/6, 11/7 and 11/8 and asked for volunteers to teach the kids. A sign-up sheet was passed around. Let her know if you can help.
WEBSITE
>Jakub reported that registration of the website is being transferred to ownership of the TBBA with only one more step to go.
FELICIA
>Will be speaking at the community college and was told she could have a table to sell anything she wanted. Please see her if you have anything.
Raffle
9:45 Adjourn
Call to Order: 7:29 pm
Welcome - David Smith
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introductions
Announce Officers -
David Smith - President
Miles Carter - Vice President
Becky Weliczko (well-itch-ko) - Secretary
Steven Woolheater – Treasurer, not present
Welcome Guests: 2 Guests and total of 73 in attendees.
$20 includes state and local membership
Pot Luck Dinner
Speaker: Mark Dykes – Supervisor of Apiary Inspections for District 2: ( Dade City down to Key West) Speaking on new regulations.
He is the primary Inspector for Polk County.
H suggested some great websites to visit:
Ushoneybee.com
Google: EDIS University of Florida. This site is in layman’s terms. It is the Extension’s Office site to teach different subjects.
OLD BUSINESS:
Treasurers Report: As of August 9th, 2012 Association account had balance of $3479.47, $2599.80 in deposits from honey sales, with $614.86 in expenses from work day lunches and mailing the constitutions leaving a balance of $5464.41. CD: $1,000 in honor of Lotte Tedman. Read, Seconded, Passed.
Secretaries Report: Previous Meeting Minutes read aloud - Read, Seconded, Passed.
Bee Yard: July update: Storm Debbie flooded the yard and three pallets were turned over.
Workday: This will be weather permitting. We will attempt to move the workday out one week if weather becomes an issue. Leave two tires on the road.
August Update: We discovered we do no have liability insurance, nor have we for over 20 years. The only insurance we have had is insurance to meet at the Extension Office. There will be no workday until this is resolved. David stated the Farm Bureau stated the million dollar insurance would cost $1,000. Mile presented another venue for insurance. Cost was less. This would cover product and complete operation. There are additional policies to cover the Officers, which costs about $150. Miles to look into transportation insurance. Mile to email the Agency tomorrow.
Question asked: Has the Extension Office required us to have insurance? There was no response from the membership.
Miles suggested we cover ourselves in all cases. Member suggested comparison of deductibles.
Motion for Board to make a decision, for expediency, to get insurance provided it is not more than $850. Seconded and Passed.
Bylaws: July Update: Steve stated the committee is meeting next Wednesday and the member will get a hard copy in the mail. Passing around the member list for everyone to check their contact information. August Update: If you did not get a copy of the ByLaws, we do not have you s a member. You may join tonight and you will receive ByLaws. No membership fees will be collected in September.
State Convention: January: Gary Ranker stated the State needs a host for end of October 2012 (beginning of November) annual convention event. TBBA has not sponsored event for about 10 years. This takes a budget of about $6k. February: Who pays for cost? State does. Host will organize venue and organize the speakers. Attendance is typically 150-200. Typically starts on a Thursday with a cookout. Friday would be speaker and learning program. Motioned for this discussion to be tabled - seconded and passed. March update: Saturday is a day in the bee yard. This should be similar to our April Seminar. Bert Kelley, Pat Yacso, Jill McEver is willing to be on the committee. Gary Ranker was volunteered by the TBBA members to be the Chair. Motion to sponsor the event. Seconded and Passed.
May Update: Gary suggests the dates of November 1, 2, and 3. Need suggested venue: For the Saturday “a day in the bee yard” and Friday BBQ. Good Hotels are in Oldsmar.
We need the following:
· Date of Convention finalized.
· Venue of Convention: Billy to look into Horse Track land.
· Venue of BBQ
· Decision on Price
· Decision on Speakers, Breaks, Door Prizes, Technical Person, Upper Tampa Bay Park Chairperson, Advertising, Honey show/judging, Registration help, Awards, and Publicity.
· Holiday Inn in Oldsmar, Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Tampa Airport, and Westin Tampa Bay
July Update: Gary Ranker stated Mainsail is seeking a guarantee of 20 rooms. Seem to have efficiency kitchen. Hotel is separate from the convention center itself. Professional chef on site. Set for November 1, 2, and 3. Bee College will be present first couple of days. We need a technical person in order to minimize cost. AV equipment on site, but a person to operate it is needed.
Four hives will need to be on site.
We have an events planner who is willing to work for free once Gary contact her with the venue information and budget.
August Update: Gary Ranker is working on a list of speakers. We still need a few committee people for various positions on the weekend. We are still looking for a technical person with equipment. The University of Florida has some equipment. Cost to rent equipment from the location is expensive. Jane is crafting an advertisement. This is a welcoming advertisement. Jane suggested we should create logo. We do not have one right now. Ad is running in the State Beekeeping mailer. Dennis is on the Awards committee. We will have a list of awards for the banquet. All the local Associations can nominate for the awards. Still need volunteers for hospitality.
Saturday will be a Board Meeting and elections. Adjourn at noon with no “Day in the Bee yard”.
Master Beekeeper classes are going to be held at the Seffner Extension Office, for Thursday. Classes and test will be held at the extension office. The balance of the event and awards with join the Convention. The estimate is 30 students. They are looking for 2 pallets to be brought to the Seffner location. Miles, not the Association, will bring hives to Seffner for this event.
State information: July Update: Bo Sterk is seeking volunteers to go to other countries. Bear damage was discussed. August Update:
Correctional Institution for Women in Ocala, FL: Discussion regarding donation to tonight’s speaker. Individual used equipment can be donated next month and Lisa will pick this up. Members requested we donate $500 and buy equipment from D&J. Motioned, seconded and passed.
August Update: Becky received the following Letter:
“Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to speak at your Tampa Bay Beekeeping Club last month. What a great group! I wish we lived closer so our family could be involved in your club. There are not enough words to express our gratitude for what your club has done toward helping us get the Beekeeping class started at Lowell Reception Center. It looks like we're very close to being able to start, thanks to your group. I would like to come back and give a progress report to your club when we finish the first class. The ladies at the prison are excited about getting going with this program. Your club has made a profound investment in these ladies' lives.
Sincerely,
Katherine Van Zant”
$500 donation through our Vendor (D&J). We were able to fulfill the entire needs of this donation.
Elections: July Update: Motion to add Jeff Cummings to the Bee Yard Committee. Seconded and Passed.
Treasurer: Felicia Ward volunteered to take over this work. Secretary: Tabled election until next month.
August Update: Nominations for Jan Allen as Secretary and Felicia Ward as Treasurer. Seconded and Passed. If anyone wants to nominate someone for VP or President, you may email Jan (see website).
Motion to nominate Johnny Walker to run for Vice President.
NEW BUSINESS:
Open Discussion:
Jimmy Johnson Motioned to have minutes emailed to members in good standing. Motion was tabled.
Jimmy Johnson Motioned to that the minutes of the meeting be waived. Seconded and Passed. Member can read the minutes on the website or the copy that is available at the front table.
This coming week, Gary is visiting Tallahassee, to have the ceremonial signing of the bill for residential bee keeping.
Pest Control: Discussion regarding possible State regulations where bee removal for money would require a Pest Control License.
David suggested we add nametags: Motioned for Joyce to manage this. Seconded and Passed.
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Raffle
Meeting Adjourned: 9:42PM, motioned, seconded, passed.
Call to Order: 7:36 pm
Welcome - David Smith
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introductions
Announce Officers -
David Smith - President
Miles Carter - Vice President
Becky Weliczko (well-itch-ko) - Secretary
Steven Woolheater – Treasurer, not present
Welcome Guests: 23 Guests and total of 102 in attendees.
$20 includes state and local membership
Pot Luck Dinner
Speaker: Donald Hicks, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Spoke on the Correctional Institution for Women in Ocala, FL: Beekeeping supplies needed:
10 Suits with gloves
4 Smokers
4 Hive Tools
5 Hives
Supplies to build 5 additional Hives
Hive and Honey Bee Reference Books
Gray Ranker requested information be sent to the State so they can respond to this program and determine if the State can become a part of the Program. Discussion followed regarding the tracking of successful beekeepers coming out of the program and being hired by commercial beekeepers. Since this is a new program, out of 35 inmates who have gone through the program, only 6 have been released. Success statistics will be determined in the coming years.
OLD BUSINESS:
Treasurers Report: As of July 14, 2012 Association account had $1553.80 in deposits from honey sales and membership, $1522.41 in expenses from work day lunches and costs associated with moving bees, leaving a balance of $4121.28 with no outstanding checks. CD: $1,000 in honor of Lotte Tedman. Read, Seconded, Passed.
Secretaries Report: Previous Meeting Minutes read aloud - Read, Seconded, Passed.
Bee Yard: July update: Storm Debbie flooded the yard and three pallets were turned over. David and Jeff loaded the trailer and moved the bees. Entire yard was under water 2-3 feet and if they hadn’t been moved we would have lost the entire yard. 11 doubled up, 39 to be split into 43. Goal to split hives again before pepper and requeen. Currently block have been added under the pallets, but this can not be too high because the bees can’t be worked then. Last Saturday the hive inside and floors were bleached. The hives were infested with hive beetles. We gained 2 barrels of honey (approximately 600 lbs per barrel). Light honey is costing around $2.20.
Concern for containers to flow and a need to strap them down.
Workday: This will be weather permitting. We will attempt to move the workday out one week if weather becomes an issue. Leave two tires on the road.
This month: David will be at Upper Tampa Bat Park. Meet at 9:30 am. Johnny to pull honey on training hives. Revisit the hive to make sure the bees are doing well. Pepper flow to begin early September or mid September. Cabbage palm looks like to is ready to bloom.
Bylaws: July Update: Steve stated the committee is meeting next Wednesday and the member will get a hard copy in the mail. Passing around the member list for everyone to check their contact information.
State Convention: January: Gary Ranker stated the State needs a host for end of October 2012 (beginning of November) annual convention event. TBBA has not sponsored event for about 10 years. This takes a budget of about $6k. February: Who pays for cost? State does. Host will organize venue and organize the speakers. Attendance is typically 150-200. Typically starts on a Thursday with a cookout. Friday would be speaker and learning program. Motioned for this discussion to be tabled - seconded and passed. March update: Saturday is a day in the bee yard. This should be similar to our April Seminar. Bert Kelley, Pat Yacso, Jill McEver is willing to be on the committee. Gary Ranker was volunteered by the TBBA members to be the Chair. Motion to sponsor the event. Seconded and Passed.
May Update: Gary suggests the dates of November 1, 2, and 3. Need suggested venue: For the Saturday “a day in the bee yard” and Friday BBQ. Good Hotels are in Oldsmar.
We need the following:
· Date of Convention finalized.
· Venue of Convention: Billy to look into Horse Track land.
· Venue of BBQ
· Decision on Price
· Decision on Speakers, Breaks, Door Prizes, Technical Person, Upper Tampa Bay Park Chairperson, Advertising, Honey show/judging, Registration help, Awards, and Publicity.
Suggested Hotels:
· Holiday Inn in Oldsmar, Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Tampa Airport, and Westin Tampa Bay
July Update: Gary Ranker stated Mainsail is seeking a guarantee of 20 rooms. Seem to have efficiency kitchen. Hotel is separate from the convention center itself. Professional chef on site. Set for November 1, 2, and 3. Bee College will be present first couple of days. We need a technical person in order to minimize cost. AV equipment on site, but a person to operate it is needed.
Four hives will need to be on site.
We have an events planner who is willing to work for free once Gary contact her with the venue information and budget.
State information: July Update: Bo Sterk is seeking volunteers to go to other countries. Bear damage was discussed.
Website update: July Update: No new information.
NEW BUSINESS:
Open Discussion:
Jimmy Johnson stated warning: He helped someone remove bees from a site that had requested bees be placed. Take care with where you place bees. Only 18 of 24 hives have been removed before they were threatened with a lawsuit.
Discussion regarding donation to tonight’s speaker. Individual used equipment can be donated next month and Lisa will pick this up.
Members requested we donate $500 and buy equipment from D&J. Motioned, seconded and passed.
Elections: Motion to add Jeff Cummings to the Bee Yard Committee. Seconded and Passed.
Treasurer: Felicia Ward volunteered to take over this work.
Secretary: Tabled election until next month.
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Meeting Adjourned: 9:50 PM, motioned, seconded, passed.
Call to Order: 7:32 pm
Welcome - David Smith
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Introductions
Announce Officers -
David Smith - President
Miles Carter - Vice President
Becky Weliczko (well-itch-ko) - Secretary
Steven Woolheater – Treasurer, not present
Welcome Guests: 9 Guests and total of 73 in attendees.
$20 includes state and local membership
Pot Luck Dinner
Speaker: Bill Kern, Jr. Ph. D. spoke on Africanized Bees. 3205 College Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314-7719. Phone 954.577.6329. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Bee College – typically the dates are around Spring Break time. It is for beginner and expert beekeepers.
OLD BUSINESS:
Treasurers Report: Becky Stated, according to Steven Woolheater (not present): as of June 14, 2012 Association account has a balance of $4,079.69 with no outstanding checks. CD: $1,000 in honor of Lotte Tedman. Read, Seconded, Passed.
Secretaries Report: Previous Meeting Minutes read aloud - Read, Seconded, Passed.
Bee Yard Maintenance: May Update: 6 Loads of 18 yds of shell placed. Road looks good. June update: Road looks good. Bee are back in the yard. David was able to unload the bees. Bees are collecting early blooming black mangrove. Cabbage palm nectar iss beginning. Pepper will be low due to cleared lot at front of park.
Bee Yard: Workday: This will be weather permitting. We will attempt to move the workday out one week if weather becomes an issue.
This month: David will be at Upper Tampa Bay Park. Meet at 9:30 am. Plan on doubling up hives that are in trouble. Prepare for queen in next few months.
Bylaws: April Update: Miles is stepping down and will hand over the information to date to the new Chair, as they are appointed. Steve Hartmann is new Chair. We will need three more people on the committee. There is a requirement to show up for all committee meetings. Steve Price (New Member Tonight), James Crouswell, and Becky Weliczko volunteered. May Update: Steve stated all committee members have old bylaws, information from Miles and copy of his suggestions. June update: Rough draft in hand. Additional changes coming. Plan to have committee meeting next week.
State Convention: January: Gary Ranker stated the State needs a host for end of October 2012 (beginning of November) annual convention event. TBBA has not sponsored event for about 10 years. This takes a budget of about $6k. February: Who pays for cost? State does. Host will organize venue and organize the speakers. Attendance is typically 150-200. Typically starts on a Thursday with a cookout. Friday would be speaker and learning program. Motioned for this discussion to be tabled - seconded and passed. March update: Saturday is a day in the bee yard. This should be similar to our April Seminar. Bert Kelley, Pat Yacso, Jill McEver is willing to be on the committee. Gary Ranker was volunteered by the TBBA members to be the Chair. Motion to sponsor the event. Seconded and Passed.
May Update: Gary suggests the dates of November 1, 2, and 3. Need suggested venue: For the Saturday “a day in the bee yard” and Friday BBQ. Good Hotels are in Oldsmar.
We need the following:
· Date of Convention finalized.
· Venue of Convention: Billy to look into Horse Track land.
· Venue of BBQ
· Decision on Price
· Decision on Speakers, Breaks, Door Prizes, Technical Person, Upper Tampa Bay Park Chairperson, Advertising, Honey show/judging, Registration help, Awards, and Publicity.
Suggested Hotels:
· Holiday Inn in Oldsmar, Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Tampa Airport, and Westin Tampa Bay
June update: Kevin gathered information for Tampa Bay Downs. Pricing is higher than our budget. Still seeking other venues.
State information: June Update: No update. Board of Manager meeting was last month. Per Gary Ranker: Discussed David Westerfelt’s bee management.
Website update:
Rick Crites, Web Master
April Update: Seminar Page was updated. Seminar payment address was corrected. Jacob had a computer available if anyone would like to see the new site. Member requested a member list be posted. Jacob noted this may be an issue. If you would like to speak with a registered beekeeper, it is public information on the State website. Motion to share the Association password with the Jacob and to Becky. At the moment, we do not have control of which server our website is on. Seconded and Passed.
Member requested various flows and blooms be added to the website.
May Update: Need to add directions to meetings and park. Need to darken background to make it more visible. If you have photos and/or flow information, please forward this to Becky.
June update: Rick stated he is stepping down from being the webmaster. He recommended Jakob. Motioned, Seconded, Passed. Rick to help Jacob move the site to new hosting location.
NEW BUSINESS:
Open Discussion: No New discussion.
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Meeting Adjourned: 9:40 PM, motioned, seconded, passed.