Bob Swab, president of Kernersville Little League, called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. There were twenty-three regular members in attendance.

The minutes of the December meeting were read by Gale Starbuck. A motion was made by Mike Robins to accept the minutes as read. The motion was seconded by Pat McNamara; motion carried. 

The Treasurer’s report was given by Doug Massey; currently the league has $11,832.00 in the bank account. This amount includes the parking lot fund. Bill Adams has received a $1,000.00 contribution from Wal-Mart. 

Bob expressed appreciation to Sam Bradley for preparing the league’s tax return at no charge.  

Barry Tilley presented the Local Playing Rules for the 2002 season. The rules were reviewed and will be voted on at the next meeting. 

January 26th & 27th are the dates for a Little League clinic in Charlotte. 

A master schedule for the 2002 season was reviewed. The schedule includes work days at the complex, and two dates for the Rule Review meetings of  which managers must attend at least one.  Pat McNamara gave information on this year’s fundraisers. The committee is considering Krispy Kreme Doughnut cards, pizzas, and trophies. 

A discussion regarding last month’s motion pertaining to the coaches of record from May and June was held. Bob recommended tabling the discussion until the February meeting. 

Bob reminded everyone of the Little League Camp in Williamsport. The camp will be held the last week of July and cost $225.00.

Anyone with items for the Kernersville newsletter need to turn them in to Bob as soon as possible. The newsletter will be distributed via e-mail.

The Big League Baseball program with area high school coaches has been reviewed with the Forsyth County Athletic Director. They are planning to participate countywide this season , and may have some participation from surrounding counties.

This meeting was adjourned at 9:25 PM.  

Respectfully Submitted

Gale R. Starbuck