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Show ., i, ' ' 1 j ~, ,1 ~ j t ~' i .J '~ ,>'I 1 It', HINUTFS A special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association was held in Salt Lake City, Utah on Tuesday, March 26, 1974. Present were: Max Lundberg, Keith Lange, Edwin J. Pond, Phil Jones, Lou Lorenze, Gene Palmer, George Ilartlmaier, Frank Gillette, Al Ellis, Clark Parkinson, Ray VanDongen, and Robert Parker. Absent were: Fred Finlinson, Robin Locke, and Bob Bybee. The President called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. (MSC: Parkinson - Hartlmaier) - That we approve the minutes of the last Board meeting as printed and mailed. OLD BUSINESS The president. announced that due to the resignation of Bob Autry as Ski School Director Cornmitt.ee Chairman, Duane \7igos will finish out the year as chairman of said committe(~. George Hartlmaier reported that he had contacted other Divisions and was in the p.t'ocess of gathering other information on the certification of Nordic and Ski Touring Certification. (MSC: Lundberg - Parkinson) - That tho~e in our OvTn Division who have qualifications such as Lief Odmark, meet with the Certification Committee and frame guidelines for certification of Nordic events. Lou Lorenze raised the question of a progress report on the law suit between PSIA and Bill Lash. The president reported that there was at this point no progress, but he would get in touch with ?'-1r. Lash concerning it. A discussion was again held concerning PSIA minutes being mailed to ISlA Board members. (MSC: Lundberg - Parkinson) - WHEREAS: It is becoming increasingly difficult for this Board of Directors to be supportive of PSIA p.. olicy and functions when not better informed, and l~IEREAS, a request to the PSIA office for a direct mailing of PSIA Board minutes to ISlA Board members has been unsuccessful, NOW THEREFORE, it .is resolved that, Kei th Lange wi 11 strongly petition the PSIA Board for a timely mailing of said Board minutes to the ISlA Board members. Edwin Pond reported that upon the petition of Pepi Steigler, the credentials on Freiedrich Zettinig have been checked and consent received 'j ," • '" l ",' f .. ) ~ L ~' ,~ I ,~ t:1 ," /~ I' -2- for certification and it was his recommendation that Mr. Zettinig be ,receiv'ed in the Association upon full payment of his dues. He also reported that Rainer Kolb has submitted his application to join the Association and that verification of his credentials has been requested from Austria, and it was Mr. Pond's recommendation that in this case, Mr. Kolb be admitted to the Association nov!, subject to his credentials . checking out with the Austrian authorities. Both of these recommendations were approved by the Board. Max Lundberg gave a report on the visit of Edwin Pond and Max Lundberg recently to the Sun Valley S~i School, where they met with members of the Ski School and also met with Jack Colven, president of the new Division known as Northern Intermountain Ski Instructors Association. He reported that they offered whatever help we might give to the new Division, also indicating that we will be supportive and happy to retain memberships on all of those in the Idaho area who would like to remain in our Division. He felt the meeting has been worthwhile in terms of public relations. A statement of disbursements to l'1arch 23, 1974, was handed out to the Board members so they could consider budgetary ~atters. The first item of discussion was the members of our Division who were selected to tryout at Snowmass for the National Demonstration Team, and they oonsisted of Paul Norum, 1\1 Ell is, Eldon Scott, Jerry Warren, and Gene Christiansen. (MSC: Lorenze - Gillette) - That the Association pay $100 as a flat expense fee to each member of our Division who has qualified and will tryout for the National Demonstration Team. ($100 per candidate.) A discussion was held concerning wh~ther this Division would like to send a delegate to the Interski in Czechoslovakia next year. A discussion was held and it was determined that the president would appoint a conuni ttee or an individual to look at the costs involved, how monies could be raised, etc. for the purpose of sending a delegate. It was also expressed as the Board opinion that if a member of the Association does go as a delegate, he should be a member of the Board of Directors. ~ The president announced that the following individuals will be attending the PSIA Academy from our Division: ~Tim Tedford, Park City; Duane Vigos, Brighton; Jerry \iarren, Snowbird; Junior Bonus, Snowbird. If ,there is any additional room, George Hartlmaier will also go from the Division. President Lange then introduced Milt Heens who was present as a guest and who has been asked to chair the committee for the Spring Clinic. Mr. Beens reported that the Clinic would be held at Alta, on April 26, 27, and 28, 1974. On Friday, the demonstration team will tryout. He reported it was likely that Rainer Kolb from Sun Valley would run several ---_. .~.i ,~ '.' ~t, ' . . ..:."'; ., ; ~ • j ~'!'i :f " •11 : ,', .l-} , ,f :~ /-' :1 !j; :$-~ 't~ ;~* 1'" :~~ - " ,.~ ~~ .",, ' <j.I. -:fu!'. f?"'~ ;:,~~.! .-:;" :~; ';.,:1 .~~ ~... :. ~(i 6~~ ~ ~:r! ;~ ~, .~,} ~C; _,:ifI ;; ~,4, ".:f" ·t'!'~., ,.., J' -3- of the clinics. The demonstr'ation team would be active, and a freestyle' clinic would also be available. He al ';0 indicated that we could use those who attended the PSIA Academy last year. After the discussion, it was determined that members and registered status in members would be invited to the clinic, as well as spouses, but there would be no complimentary facilities for spouses. Hegistration and Clinic attendance requirements would be handled as in th(~ pR~;t. (MSC: Pond - Hartlmaier) - That we ~ppr0v0 j,n qen0rel form 1 clinic plans as outlined by Mr. neens. A discussion was held concerning the awards of th2 Association, and it was determined that a DirC'ctor of the Year, an Instructor of the Year, and other awards in the JI.ssociatic'n should continue on the same basis as in the past, but the Board would welcome any new criteria for Instructor of the Year. (MSC: Parkinson - Hartlmaier) - That Lou Lorenze be granted Lifetime membership in the Association. Gene Palmer indicated to the Board that he would take the responsibility for making sure that in t~e next Board meeting we had the appropriate resumes and other inforrelation so that decisions could be made with regard t.o granting lifet,ime F.1.emhprshipf; to other members of the Division. It was also noted that certain awards have been announced for certain individuals in the Association and said awards have not, in fact, been given. The Awards Committee took note and were directed to complete those matters . A discussion was held concerning the Certification program and plans for having better qualifications for examiners in the Association. Phil Jones, Gene Palmer, ana Max Lundberg agreed as did Ray VanDongen that higher qualifications would be desirable in the Association. (MSC: Jones - Parkinson) - That the Certification Committee meet and come up with qualifications and guidelines for selection of examiners by Spring Board Heetinq. (MSC: Pond - Ellis) - That we adjourn the meeting. ....... ~ ? , . ::., , ';':'t'. \ "" " ',' , I ,,~, I' -\; ~. , ,.", AGENDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Barch 26, 1974 Reading of Minutes 5~"" 5. Spring Clinic__ , ~~::.:., ___ rtfl/IIII!J-- 6. 7. Other a. b. c. d. ;::{j,,/. 4{ ryp (/1,lf'j/v/!i h> ... ) ;: I 'f/-/~ It"""~~\/~:p, STATEMENT OF DISBURSEMENTS TO MARCH 23, 1974 (CK#1738) ITEM PSIA Executive Secretary salary Office supplies expense Postage Printing and mailing Professional services Telephone Insurance Officers and directors Spring Clinic Miscellaneous expense "'PI,.. ~~5 Examiner expense Examiner fees Demo team General clinics Awards Newsletter Adds and P.R. Historian Photographer Total DISBURSED $ 5,330.00 ',1,700.00 336.20 268.39 409.06 200.00 279.27 63.00 428.89 -0- 1339.18 593.13 1,210.00 357.65 73.48 88.67 221.25 -0- -0- -0- $11L 898! 17 Cash balance in account $9,969.24 BUDGETED $ 6,100.00 2,200.00 450.00 575.00 1,000.00 200.00 1,000.00 100.00 2,500.00 1,800.00/' 1,560.00 tfL?,z,I:)O 1,400.00 3,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 300.00 1,000.00 85.00 50.00 50.00 $27,652.00 t,>.,',', • ; "".- AGBNDA -~i BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEE'I'Irm ! 1 March 26, 1974 Reading of Minutes OLD BUSINESS 1. NEW BUSINESS 1. Credentials - Kolb - Zettinig 2. Report on new division (Northern Intermountain) and Sun Valley 3. Current budget information - handout 4. PSIA - Expenses, Division goals, Representative 5. Spring Clinic 6. Awards 7. Other a. b. c. d. ,~!,;.~,/,,': " " ~ ..... ,.., t:'~~. -"r-"J'~i·~.~·7· - STATEMENT OF' DISBURSE~mNTS TO MARCH 23, 1974 (CI<#1738) ITEM PSIA Executive Secretary salary Office supplies expense Postage Printing and mailing Professional services Telephone Insurance Officers and directors Spring Clinic Miscellaneous expense «-(>,,,. ~4+5 Examiner expense Examiner fees Demo team General clinics Awards Newsletter Adds and P.R. Historian Photographer Total DISBURSED $ 5,330.00 1,700.00 336.20 268.39 409.06 200.00 279.27 63.00 428.89 -0- 1339.18 593.13 1,210.00 357.65 73.48 88.67 221.25 -0- -0- -0- $11,898.17 Cash balance in account $9,969.24 BUDGETED $ 6,100.00 2,200.00 450.00 575.00 1,000.00 200.00 1,000.00 100.00 2,500.00 1,800.00· 1,560.00 ~?.<' C}O 1,400.00 3,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 300.00 1,000.00 85.00 50.00 50.00 $27,652.00 I.S.I.A. EXPENSE STATEMENT Name _______________ _ Date of Expenses: From __________ _ To _________________ __ NATURE OF EXPENSE TOTALS 1. Travel: Purpose of trip _________________________________________________ _ Mileage: From ________ __ To ____ _ Mileage ______ _ From ____ _ To ____ _ Mileage ____ _ Total at $.09 = ----- Fooda Breakfast ____ _ Lunch ____ _ Dinner _____ _ Lodging: 1st night ___ _ 2nd night ____ _ 3rd night ___ _ Miscellaneous: (Describe) TOTAL TRAVEL EXPENSE 11. Administrative: Postage Xerox copies: Number of copies __ at l!-- :::: Supplies; Describe ___________________________________________ __ TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE 111. Miscellaneous: Business meetings: . Date Expense Purpose Date Expense Purpose Date Expense Purpose Date Expense Purpose TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE TOTAL ALL EXPENSES Signed Date J' Approved MINUrl'ES --..,..,..------- -_ ..... -.--_._-----._- --- A special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association was held at Alta, Utah on Sunday, April 28, 1974. Present were: Keith Lange, Ray Van Dongen, Edwin Pond, George IIartlmaier, Gene Palmer, Fred Finlinson, Paul Norum, Phil Jones, Al Ellis, Frank Gillette, Bob Bybee, Bob Parker, Robin Locke, and Max Lundberg. Absent were: Duane Vigos, who was attending the PSIA Academy. The president called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. (MSC: Van Dongen-Pond) - That we approve the minutes of the last Board meeting as printed. OLD BUSINESS The president awarded to Phil Jones the plaque earned by Mr. Jones as Ski School Director for the 1971-72 year and apologized-for the late delivery of the plaque. President Lange then indicated that his President's report was the same as given in the Annual Report to members in the Annual Meeting and the president directed that the minutes reflect that reference for said report was made. Edwin Pond, as Administrative Vice President, gave a written report, a copy of which is designated as Exhibit "A" and is attached to the minutes of this meeting, and the contents of which related to the Divisional Secretary meeting held at Snowmass in Aspen recently. An examination of the disbursements was made by the Board upon Mr. Pond's delivering a statement of disbursements to date and a discussion was held. Phil Jones commented that we should spend the money for Newsletters and clinics as per the budget. It was felt that a more active clinic program should be used next year and Phil -Jones indicated that Park City would be available for such use upon pre-arr~ngement. Hax Lundberg, as Certification Chairman,"reported that 171 people have taken the exam this year; 32 passed for full and 89 passed for associate; representing a 73% success factor for associate and a 64% success factor for full certified. Mr. Lundberg further indicated that our division was about in the center of percentiles when compared with other divisions in terms of numbers passing the exams compared with numbers taking the examinations. Our exam results are thus very similar to Rocky Mountain, Far West, and Northern Rocky Mountain. Ray Van Dongen indicated that the exam met with favorable acceptance from candidates and examiners. Bob Bybee as Communications Y,;'ice President indicated the report given in the Annual Meeting would also suffice for the Board Meeting. (MSC: Parker-Hartlmaier) - That we accept the reports of officers as made. The president then ga~e a PSIA report in writing which was attached to these minutes and designated as Exhibit "B". The president then gave tne report prepared by John Ba~tlett as a committee head for the Division over the subject matter of Equipment and Industry Area Representative. A copy of said letter was directed by the president to be attached to these minutes and designated as Exhibit "C". (MSC: Pond-Van Dongen) - That we approve the reports of the PSIA Representative and the Industry Representative. A discussion was held as to whether or not we should send a delegate to the Interski. The president was instructed to direct Bill Greene to research the matter, and we could decide at a later point in time as to whether or not a representative should go to Interski. (HSC: Lundberg-Gillette) - That the Certification Committee conduct a certification or examiners clinic at the beginning of next year, of two days duration for the purpose of trai~ing old and new examiners; and, that examiners be used to help stage clinics for the purpose of further training said ex~niners, and that in conjunction with said examiner training program, the guidelines mentioned in the Brigham City Board Meeting of last year be implemented as soon as possible; and further, that attendance at next years Examiners Clinic be limited' to those who a'pply through their Ski School Director which forms are to be provided by the Certification Committee; and lastly, that the newsletter make each application procedure known. NEW BUSINESS The president opened the meeting for election of the president indicating that he would be retiring from that office as of this Board Meeting. 'Nominations for president were as follows: Gene Palmer, Edwin Pond, and Frank Gillette. The nominations were declined ,by Mr. Pond and Mr. Palmer. (MSC: Lundberg-Parker) - That we elect Frank Gillette as president by acclamation. Mr. Gillette upon being elected president indicated to the Board that it would be his desire that Edwin Pond remain as Administrative Vice President, Pepi Steigler remain as Technical Vice President, Ray Van Dongen serve as Certifi'cation Vice President, and Bob Bybee as Communications Vice President. (NSC: Lundberg-Ellis) - That we accept the recommendations for the Vice Presidents of the Association as proposed by President Gillette. (MSC: Hartlmaier-Palmer) -That Keith Lange serve as PSIA Representative from our DivisiOl~·. President Lange consented to continue conducting the meeting and directed that thank-you letters be sent out to those involved in the clinic. The Administrative Vice President responded that he would take care of such letters. Gene Palmer made an offer that the next spring clinic be held at Targhee and indicated it was his belief that the area would be able to compliment lift passes for the clinic. (MSC: Van Dongen-Hartlmaier)- That next year's spring clinic be held at Tarhgee, that ~ene Palmer be Chairman of the spring clinic committee and that the Newsletter give some advanced pUblicity on the matter. (MSC: Bybee-Ellis) - That Rainer Kolb and Corky Fowler and other participants directly invited to participate in the clinic be reimbursed for their expenses. A discussion was held concerning the credentials and clinic attendance requirements of the Association. It was determined that at the next clinic, a roll call be made on the hill and some system of card collection, or otherwise, be organized so that clinic attendance could be checked more closely. The Board directed that Dave Prudence and Rod Carlson be checked out as to whether or not they were in fact sponsored by a ski school at the present time. The Administrative Vice President responded that he would direct letters to be sent to the individuals and make a credentials check of the matter. It was then reported to the Board that the Ski School Directors' Committee had determined to charge a fee for membership and that said fees would be put into the Association's account, but earmarked for Ski School Directors' use. Plaques for member ski schools and plaques for advertisement cif the Association and other similar PR \'Tork was assigned to Keith Lange 1.:0 look into as he indicated his desire to do so. l1r. Bybee also indicated that he wO.uld see that posters for the ski schools be looked into. President ~ange then reported on the suggestion by one of our members, Steven F. Bagley, who suggested the Board 190k into the safety and teaching sequence and the feasibility of adapting freestyle skiing into the ISlA program. Those serving on such aboard evaluating the items of freestyle should be qualified freestylers and members of the Association. (MSC: Lundberg-Locke) - The suggestion made by Steven Bagley be accepted and that the Technical Corr~ittee look into implementing the matter. . (MSC: Bybee-Ellis) - That we approve the e~penses of the Board for the Board meeting. Presiden::: Gillette indicated that he would think that a board meeting should be held on about Friday the 13th or 14th of September, and he would look into the accommodations possibly at the Holladay Inn in Pocatello or some other suitable place. It was the feeling of the Board that officers and directors of the Board should wear their certification pins in support of the Association at Association functions. The corrununications vice-president was directed to see that the election of officers appeared in the Newsletter with pictures, if possible. Keith Lange was also given the permission to act for the Association on the project begun by hinl to get the letters S-K-I on license plates and to supply honorary awards to those deserving as such. (MSC: Ellis-Locke) - ThQt we adjourn the meeting. ; C'.: . J i ';l!~U :j"l Tl~AU ,1 n', ,; 1 L S. 1. A. ; '--__~ _~ __.; _ .... ,. ,. . J April 23, 1974 Ed.ut<.n. J. Pond AdmJ..n...W:tr~J.ve. V.<.c.e. PIL(?l>'<'de.iU TO: The Board of Directors - ISlA 7234 Jonathan CircZe SaZt Lake City, Utah 84121 Phone: (801) 278-0562 RE: Divisional Secretaries' Meeting at Snowmass, 4-74 Gentlemen: The following is a resume of the .Divisional Secretaries' Meeting as above captioned. A discussion was helq concerning the Northern Intermountain Ski Instructors Association, and it was the recommendation of all the secretaries that for administrative purposes, Northern Intermountain should not be recognized by PSIA at this time. The following items were also covered: 1. Dues must be in to PSIA from the divisions by January 1, of each year. Mr. Sanford reported that no one could become a member of PSIA whose dues were received after January 1 until the following July. 2. Mr. Sanford also indicated that 1975 dues would need to be in by December l"and 1976 dues would then need to be in by Novem- .. ber 1. In addition he indicated that PSIA mailings would go out to members who had paid by those dates, but would not carry beyond that period. 3. Computer billings: Use of the computer billings will result in reduced expenditures (PSIA runs off 10,000 billings for approximately $300 paper costs, which is about two year's supply, and the computer time cost PSIA about $118 for 5,800 memberships) • Account numbers would have to appear on any PSIA forms sent in after January 1, 1976. 4. Mr. Sanford reported that it was probable that PSIA would serve as a clearing house for equipment discount forms from manufacturers and this would probably be funded by the manufacturers next season. Page 2 April 23, 1974 5. A discussion of transfers of members between the divisions was held, and it was determined that each division should indicate' on the transfers whether PSIA &,es are in fact paid for the current year. Many other items were discussed on a trivial nature; the above constituting matters the Board should be informed of. t:;:.lY'.~ Edwin Jpond Administrative Vice President np PSIAREPRESENTATIVE REPORT The meeting was held April '''3, 4, 5, and 6, 1974, at Snowmass, Colorado. The following is a summary of the activities: REPORTS: A. Executive Committee 1. Philosophy: Some of the Divisions think PSIA organization should be reconstructed. If this is done, the followirig items should be considered. cation. a) Let Divisions do what they do well and the National should stay out of these areas. b) Decide what the National can do well and what the Divisions can do well and then concentrate on these projects. c) Pick projects that can be passed on to the membership that have .tangible-results ·-like the.;:Natiohal ~.",' .'. Academy. 2. It was felt that the major problem with PSIA is communi-a) A suggested solution would be to produce a super 8 technical film to go along with the new technical manual which should be sent to all ski schools to show that PSIA is doing something for them. b) Three areas PSIA should pursue: (1) Technical matters coordinated on a national level. (2) Business information for ski school directors. (3) Nation wide promotion - not necessarily advertising, but better relations within the industry and articles in national publications about ski teaching. 3. The Executive Corr~ittee discussed the proposed Northern ISlA and it felt that until such time more information was known, that the present structure of ISlA will be the only structure recognized by PSIA. 4. The 1975-76 convention will be held in Colorado or Utah. Site selection and bids solicited by PSIA office. 5. Ivell-Lamont glove contract voided. PSIA should make .efforts to replace glove with other manufacturer, i.e. Aris, Grandoe, Weiss. now. 6. Office relocation: ' .. need rnore room - looking for site r~l B. Financial Report 1 •.. Balanced budget now (no def ici t) 2. Budgeting $100,000 financial picture looks OK. 3. Need $80,000 extra for Interski over and above regular budget. C. Review Division Reports D. Lash suit settlement negotiated by K~ith Lange - OK E. Ski Pro 1. Send out six times this year (larger). 2. More technical material, teaching, and some divisional news. F.Technical Manual (MSC: Keith) Release for next season to membership a new technical manual based on skills concept. No definite sequence steps in manuvers which were milestones for students to classify themselves. Skills need to be re90gnized and then pushed. G. Equipment Program - Discussed whether it should be run through PSIA. H. National Inconvenienced Sportsman Association. Ed Lucks, Chairman. 1. Proposed certification of handicapped skiers of all types. (skis with physical handicap; arm, blind, deaf). 2. Unify Div~sions on exams, clinics, and instruction. 3. PSIA work with NISA, (note) PSIA will send certification guidelines. I. Bio-Hechanics- working with manufacturers to modify boot designs to eliminate foot problem. Also equipment requirements. Keitn Lange, President ·:--. :c, ; .,/' YIi,. ':"J I ·• f tr-r "e" 3698 East 7000 South / Sa~: Lal,e City, Utah .84121 / (801) 272·4236 April 18, 1974" Mr. Keith A. Lange, President Intennountain Ski Instructors Association 4784 Anna Bow Circle Salt Lake City, Utah 84117 Re: Ski Industries Representative Progress Report for the ski season 1973 and 1974 Dear Keith: During the 73-74 ski season, I met with the people in the ski industry concerning both inequities to the professional ski program and abuses by the professionals. I have pointed out in my discussions with them to solving the problems, not delving into the already hashed and re-hashed problems. Recently, I attended the Ski Industries of America Retaile;s meeting in Las Vegas . where the professional program was heavily criticized, both from the standpoint of the professional abusing the program, and manufacturers using the pro program as a "dumping ground" for unwanted, over manufactured, ill-fitting, technically unsound products. There has been, and always will be, abuses by the professional in our business. My suggestions to help curb these problems are outlined below. 1. Activate a strong ethics committee to keep our own house clean. 2. Emphasize, as patt of the certification program, that pro programs are a privilege given to us because of the acknowledged excellence of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association in the field of ski teaching. 3. Keep the members of I. S. I. A. informed as to quality of equipment that is offered to the professional. 4. :t,-;r.i~LC Gki Schcof Directc=~ thc..t o::hey have ti1t~ key too, simply by following the guidelines set by S. I. A., they can control most of the abuses by making sure their signature is not used indiscriminately. 5. Most important is. the instructor and his attitude toward the program. We have to recognize that one or two pairs of skis per year for ourselves is adequate. A pair of boots takes care of our needs for a season. Buying for family or friends on the pro program is a definite breach of integrity. I am' available to expound on-any' of the above comments with the I. S. I. A. Board of Directors or Ski School Directors. JLB/kh ee. Ed pond Rav Vat)Dongen 'F\ idl.'l rd Ft·"~ t: S~~'Sc~ool Diroctors of I. S. I. A. Sincerely, John L. Bartlett ' Ski Industries Repre~entative I, S. I. A. MINUrl'ES A special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association was held at Alta, Utah on Sunday, April 28, 1974. Present were: Keith Lange, Ray Van Dongen, Edwin Pond, George IIartlmaier, Gene Palmer, Fred Finlinson, Paul Norum, Phil Jones, Al Ellis, Frank Gillette, Bob Bybee, Bob Parker, Robin Locke, and Max Lundberg. Absent were: Duane Vigos, who was attending the PSIA Academy. The president called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. (MSC: Van Dongen-Pond) - That we approve the minutes of the last Board meeting as printed. OLD BUSINESS The president awarded to Phil Jones the plaque earned by Mr. Jones as Ski School Director for the 1971-72 year and apologized for the late delivery of the plaque. President Lange then indicated that his President's report was the same as given in the Annual Report to members in the Annual Meeting and the president directed that the minutes reflect that reference for said report was made. Edwin Pond, as Administrative Vice President, gave a written report, a copy of which is designated as Exhibit "A" and is attached to the minutes of this meeting, and the contents of which related to the Divisional Secretary meeting held at Snowmass in Aspen recently. An examination of the disbursements was made by the Board upon Mr. Pond's delivering a statement of disbursements to date and a discussion was held. Phil Jones commented that we should spend the money for Newsletters and clinics as per the budget. It was felt that a more active clinic program should be used next year and Phil Jones indicated that Park City would be available for such use upon pre-arrangement. Max Lundberg, as Certification Chairman, reported that 171 people have taken the exam this year; 32 passed for full and 89 passed for associate; representing a 73% success factor for associate and a 64% success factor for full certified. Mr. Lundberg further indicated that our division was about in the center of percentiles when compared with other divisions in terms of numbers passing the exams compared with numbers taking the examinations. Our exam results are thus very similar to Rocky Moun>cain, Far West, and Northern Rocky Mountain. Ray Van Dongen indicated that the exam met with favorable acceptance from candidates and examiners. Bob Bybee as Communications Vice President indicated the report given in the Annual Meeting would also suffice for the Board Meeting. (MSC: Parker-Hartlmaier) - That we accept the reports of officers as made. 'The president then gave a PSIA report in writing which was attached to these minutes and designated as Exhibit "B". The president then gave the report prepared by John Bartlett as a committee head for the Division over the subject matter of Equipment and Industry Area Representative. A copy of said letter was directed by the president to be attached to these minutes and designated as Exhibit "C". (MSC: Pond-Van Dongen) - That we approve the reports of the PSIA Representative and the Industry Representative. A discussion was held as to whether or not we should send a delegate to the Interski. The president was instructed to direct Bill Greene to research the matter, and we could decide at a later point in time as to whether or not a representative should go to Interski. (~lSC: Lundberg-Gillette) - 'rhat the Certification Corrunittee conduct a certification or examiners clinic at the beginning of next year, of two days duration for the purpose of training old and new examiners; and, that examiners be used to help stage clinics for the purpose of further training said examiners, and that in conjunction with said examiner training program, the guidelines mentioned in the Brigham City Board Meeting of last year be implemented as soon as possible; and further, that attendance at next years Examiners Clinic be limited to those who apply through their Ski School Director which forms are to be provided by the Certification Co~~itteei and lastly, that the newsletter make each application procedure known. NEW BUSINESS The president opened the meeting for election of the president indicating that he would be retiring from that office as of this Board Meeting. Nominations for president were as follows: Gene Palmer, Edwin Pond, and Frank Gillette. The nominations were declined by Mr. Pond and Mr. Palmer. (MSC: Lundberg-Parker) - That we elect Frank Gillette as president by acclamation. Mr. Gillette upon being elected president indicated to the Board that it would be his desire that Edwin Pond remain as Administrative Vice President, Pepi Steigler remain as Technical Vice President, Ray Van Dongen serve as Certification Vice President, and Bob Bybee as Communications Vice President. (NSC: Lundberg-Ellis) - 'fha t we accept the reconunend.ations for tne Vice Presidents of the Association as proposed by President Gillette. (MSC: Hartlmaier-Palmer) - That Keith Lange serve as PSIA Representative from our Division. President Lange consented to continue conducting the meeting ana directed that thank-you letters be sent out to those involved in the clinic. The Administrative Vice President responded that he would take care of such letters. Gene Palmer made an offer that the next spring clinic be held at 'I'arghee and indicated it was his belief that the area would be able to compliment lift passes for the clinic. (MSC: Van Dongen-Hartlmaier) - That next year's spring clinic be held at Tarhgee, th~t Gene Palmer be Chairman of the spring clinic committee and that the Newsletter give some advanced publicity on the matter. (MSC: Bybee-Ellis) - That Rainer Kolb and Corky Fowler and other participants directly invited to participate in the clinic be reimbursed for their expenses. A discussion was held concerning the credentials and clinic attendance requirements of the Association. It was determined that at the next clinic, a roll call be made on the hill and some system of card collection, or otherwise, be organized so that clinic attendance could be checked more closely. The Board directed that Dave Prudence and Rod Carlson be checked out as to whether or not Jchey were in fact sponsored by a ski schooL at the present time. The Administrative Vice President responded that he would direct letters to be sent to the individuals and make a credentials check of the matter. It was then reported to the Board that the Ski School Directors' Committee had determined to charge a fee for membership and that said fees would be put into the Association's account, but earmarked for Ski School Directors' use. Plaques for member ski schools and plaques for advertisement of the Association and other similar PR work was assigned to Keith Lange to look into as he indicated his desire to do so. Mr. Bybee also indicated that he would see that posters for the ski schools be looked into. President Lange then reported on the suggestion by one of our members, Steven F. Bagley, who suggested the Board look into the safety and teaching sequence and the feasibility of adapting freestyle skiing into the ISlA program. Those serving on such a board evaluating the items of freestyle should be qualified freestylers and members of the Association. (MSC: Lundberg-Locke) - The suggestion made by Steven Bagley be accepted and that the Technical Committee look into implementing 'che matter. (MSC: Bybee-Ellis) - That we approve the expenses of the Board for the Board meeting. Presidenl: Gillette indicated that he would think that a board meeting should be held on about Friday the 13th or 14th of September, and he wou:u:l look into the accommodations possibly at the Holladay Inn in Pocatello or some other suitable place. It was the feeling of the Board that officers and directors of the Board should wear their certification pins in support of the Association at Association functions. '1'he communications vice-president was directed to see that the election of officers appeared in the Newsletter with pictures, if possible. Keith Lange was also given the permission to act for the Association on the project begun by him to get the letters S-K-I on license plates and to supply honorary awards to those deserving as such. (MSC: Ellis-Locke) - That we adjourn the meeting. , \.' ) ,', '", n~J'!P?'r::;rj f\C ~'l!1 "\:'j? l'\ '1"1 ~.~ l.~ ~(.'"''':: r l"'>..?'~"""~'.<: ..., '''''''~'':-'''(''~> ~ .. r" ... \.. .. ~ .. ,.", .. ~Vv~\.: ~ ~"'~"I/II" ..JI"~W •• \II.J .. .. a¥'\~ ~ ~irI~"V~ 1"1"'-1'~ l\ 1l''''1'I''' ~iIl~"~~ ,.. ~ Edwin J. Pond AdrnivUJ.:,tlLaAA.Ve. Vic.e. PlLuide.n;t April 23, 1974 TO: The Board of Directors - ISlA 7234 Jonathan Circle SaZt Lake CitYJ Utah 84121 Phone: (801) 278-0562 RE: Divisional Secretaries' Meeting at Snowmass, 4-74 Gentlemen: The following is a resume of the Divisional Secretaries' Meeting as above captioned. A discussion was held concerning the Northern Intermountain Ski Instructors Association, and it was the recommendation of all the secretaries that for administrative purposes, Northern Intermountain should not be recognized by PSIA at this time. The following items were also covered: 1. Dues must be in to PSIA from the divisions by January 1, of each year. Mr. Sanford reported that no one could become a member of PSIA whose dues were received after January 1 until the following July. 2. Mr. Sanford also indicated that 1975 dues would need to be in by December 1, and 1976 dues would then need to be in by Novem- .. ber 1. In addition he indicated that PSIA mailings would go out to members who had paid by those dates, but would not carry beyond that period. 3. Computer billings: Use of the computer billings will result in reduced expenditures (PSIA runs off 10,000 billings for approximately $300 paper costs, which is about two year's supply, and the computer time cost PSIA about $118 for 5,800 memberships) . Account numbers would have to appear on any PSIA forms sent in after January 1, 1976. 4. Mr. Sanford reported that it was probable that PSIA would serve as a clearing house for equipment discount forms from manufacturers and this would probably be funded by the manufacturers next season. ;jo<.:a:u OJ: lJ_i..j.t.;~ ... u:L::' - J..o:JJ.L"l. Page 2 April 23, 1974 5. A discussion of transfers of members between the divisions was held, and it was determined that each division should indicate on the transfers whether PSIA Q~es are in fact paid for the current year. Many other items were discussed on a trivial nature; the above constituting matters the Board should be informed of. r:;lY'.~ Edwin Jpond Administrative Vice President np PSIA REPRESENTATIVE REPOR7 The meeting was held April 3, 4, 5, and 6, 1974, at Snowmass, Colorado. The following is a summary of the activities: I:ZEPOH.TS: A. r:/.~~cu.t i v': 1:',1(;1(, ill (./ 1. Philosophy: Some of ·the Divisions think PSIA organization should be reconstructed. If this is done, the following items should be considered. cation. a) Let Divisions do what they do well and the National should stay out of these areas. b) Decide what the National can do well and what the Divisions can do well and then concentrate on these projects. c) pick projects that can be passed on to the membership that have tangible results like the. National'· Academy. 2. It was felt that the major problem with PSIA is co~~uni-a) A suggested solution would be to produce a super 8 technical film to go along with the new technical manual which should be sent to all ski schools to show that PSIA is doing something for them. b) Three areas PSIA should pursue: (1) Technical matters coordinated on a national level. (2) Business information for ski school directors. (3) Nation wide promotion - not necessarily advertising, but better relations within the industry and articles in national publications about ski teaching. 3. The Executive Committee discussed the proposed Northern ISlA and it felt that until such time more information was known, that the present structure of ISlA will be the only structure recognized by PSIA. 4. The 1975-76 convention will be held in Colorado or Utah. Site selection and bids solicited by PSIA office. 5. Well-Lruuont glove contract voided. PSIA should make efforts to replace glove with other manufacturer, i.e. Aris, Grandoe, Weiss. 6. Office relocation: need more room - looking for site now. B. Financial Report 1. Balanced budget now (no deficit) 2. Budgeting $100,000 financial picture looks OK. 3. Need $80,000 extra for Interski over and above regular budget. C. Review Division Reports D. Lash suit settlement negotiated by Keith Lange - OK E. Ski Pro 1. Send out six times this year (larger). 2. More technical material, teaching, and some divisional news. F. Technical Manual (MSC: Keith) Release for next season to membership a new technical manual based on skills concept. No definite sequence steps in manuvers which were milestones for students to classify themselves. Skills need to be recognized and then pushed. G. Equipment Program - Discussed whether it should be run through PSIA. H. National Inconvenienced Sportsman Association. Ed Lucks, Chairman. 1. Proposed certification of handicapped skiers of all types. (skis with physical handicap; arm, blind, deaf). 2. Unify Divisions on exams, clinics, and instruction. 3. PSIA work with NISA. (note) PSIA will send certification guidelines. I. Bio-Mechanic~- working with manufacturers to modify boot designs to eliminate foot problem. Also equipment requirements. Keith Lange, President ,lie" 3698 East 7000 South / Sait Lake City, Utah .84121 / (80l) 272·4236 April 18, 1974 Hr. Keith A. Lange, President Intermountain Ski Instructors Association 4784 Anna Bow Circle Salt Lake City, Utah 84117 Re: Ski Industries Representative Progress Report for the ski season 1973 and 1974 Dear Keith: During the 73-74 ski season, I met with the people in the ski industry concerning both inequities to the professional ski program and abuses by the professionals. I have pointed out in my discussions with them to solving the problems, not delving into the already hashed and re-hashed problems. Recently, I attended the Ski Industries of America Retailers meeting in Las Vegas where the professional program was heavily criticized, both from the standpoint of the professional abusing the program, and manufacturers using the pro program as a "dumping ground" for unwanted, over manufactured, ill-fitting, technically unsound products. Tnere has been, and always will be, abuses by the professional in our business. My suggestions to help curb these problems are outlined below. 1. Activate a strong ethics committee to keep our own house clean. 2. Emphasize, as part of the certification program, that pro programs are a privilege given to us because of the acknowledged excellence of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association in the field of ski teaching. 3. Keep the members of I. S. I. A. informed as to quality of equipment that is offered to the professional. 4. !t\:..~i~"e Gki Sc11col' Direct"c=::; t[Li.t L:l1ey Ilo-ve tile key too, simply by :rOLl-OWing the guidelines set by S. 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Update on Spring Clinic (if any) - Gene Palmer~ 41.. Credentials - Ed Pond ,({~ ~'(J'O-- Pf"'M.. ~'"'\., ~. Plaques for Member Ski Schools, License plates, etc. - Keith Lange 5. Ski School Directors - Duane Vigos ~ Posters - Bob Bybee @..FreeStYle-TeChnicalcommittee Acceptance of Chi~f Examiner - Ray Van Dongen Other a.~~~~ ~,b. c. d. New Business: 1. ___ 2. 3. 4. 5. Financial Statements and Budget - Ed Pond Examiners Clinic - Ray Van Dongen __ Ch~
