1	Blue Quill Community League Annual General Meeting November 20, 2007
2	Introduction Welcome Presentation Format Board Introduction
3	Board Organizational Chart
4	Directors’ Organizations
5	Our Community Where we are located
6	Our Community Our Borders The Community League boundaries will be described as follows: from a point on the Intersection of 119 Street NW and 34 Avenue NW, east along 34 Avenue NW to 111 Street NW, south along 111 Street NW to the intersection point with Blackmud Creek, following Blackmud Creek and then Whitemud Creek in the direction of water flow to an intersection point with the imaginary westerly extension of Saddleback Road to Whitemud Creek, east along the extension to 119 Street NW, north along 119 Street NW to 34 Avenue NW. The boundaries are to follow centre lines of roadways and predominant streambed.
7	Our Community
8	Our Community * Number of Residents: 10,733 Blue Quill: 4,539 Blue Quill Estates: 1,314 Skyrattler: 2,175 Sweet Grass: 2,705 * 2005 City of Edmonton Municipal Census (more information can be found on www.bqcl.org)
9	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
10	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
11	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
12	Old Business Awning replacement and security system fund allocation ($25,000) deferred to include other upgrade initiatives for 2008. Call for other Old Business
13	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
14	Year in Review – Executive Predominantly new Board - focus shift from operational to strategic Held focus sessions to revisit exactly what it means to be a community league in Edmonton in 2007. Identification of target demographics Created League Mission Statement and Guiding Principles Created League Policies and Procedures Reviewed and modified League By-laws Increased use of BQCL web site-BQCL.ORG
15	The BQCL Mission Statement
16	The BQCL Guiding Principles
17	The BQCL Guiding Principles
18	The BQCL Goals and Objectives to provide for the recreation of the members and to promote and afford opportunity for friendly and social activities; to acquire lands by purchase or otherwise, erect or otherwise provide a building or buildings for social and community purposes; to encourage and promote amateur games and exercises; to provide a meeting place for the consideration and discussion of questions affecting the interests of the community; to procure the delivery of lectures on social, educational, political, economic and other subjects, and to give and arrange musical and dramatic entertainments;
19	The BQCL Goals and Objectives to provide all necessary equipment and furniture for carrying on its various objects; to provide a centre and suitable meeting place for the various activities of the community; to sell, manage, lease, mortgage, dispose of, or otherwise deal with the property of the society; to encourage membership from new and existing residents of the Community; to provide diverse volunteer opportunities.
20	Year in Review – Membership Director: (Nandini Raha) Membership year runs from September 1 to August 31 in alignment with EFCL. The League has 132 members to date and should increase to approximately 250 in the Spring with soccer registrations. Fall registration is in September, and Spring registration is in February.
21	Year in Review – Facilities Director: Garth Williams (vacant) Interior Repairs Replacement of basement studio radiator Both commercial coolers refurbished Electrical system (circuit-breakers) Rink flooding plumbing system Exterior Improvements Exterior building lighting Refurbishing of Ice Hockey rink Planting of 17 trees around the hall and area Vandalism Noticeable increase (mostly graffiti)
22	Year in Review – Programs Director: Mary Anne Wilkinson Playschool Re-vitalized Playschool Board New teacher hired for 2007/2008, excellent qualifications Current enrolment of 46 children, up from less than 40 last year Classes being offered are Mon-Wed. Fri AM & PM for 4 year olds, and Tues – Thurs AM for 3 year olds Enrolment for 3 and 4 year old classes start in March 2008 City of Edmonton Programs Girls & Boys Groups & Shop and Drop programs (8 programs/121 kids) 2^nd Annual Big-Bin Event
23	Year in Review – Programs Director: Mary Anne Wilkinson Capital Health Flu Clinic ran for 3 weeks in October/November Drama Theatre Zocalo – Wednesday evenings, 10 children in the program. Cubs 42 members between the ages 5-16 running on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thurs evenings in the main hall. Brownies & Girl Guides running Tues & Wed evenings in the loft and basement.
24	Year in Review – Sports Director: Walter Faggion Soccer Indoor 4 teams, 51 players Outdoor 22 teams, 230 players Tennis New Coordinator New format (camps). Low attendance
25	Year in Review – Sports Director: Walter Faggion Basketball no League teams (declining enrolment) Martial Arts Mondays and Wednesday nights at the hall
26	Year in Review – Sports Sandra Crawford attended SWEMSA AGM on behalf of BQCL Several amendments to bylaws Referee fees will be increasing A BQCL liaison to SWEMSA is needed Soccer Coordinator is needed by December 15^th or next season is in jeopardy. Please consider volunteering for this or other Sports Coordinator positions!
27	Year in Review – Fundraising Director: Chris Wilkinson Casinos
28	Year in Review – Publicity Director: Doug Buhler Hosted and participated in focus sessions Provided real-world business perspectives on how the BQCL could improve this (admittedly overlooked) aspect of League operations
29	Year in Review – Civics Director: Sandra Crawford Role of the Civics Director Major Civics Director interface points City of Edmonton South West Area Council (SWAC) Provincial MLA
30	Year in Review – Civics Sandra is continuing as President of SWAC Umbrella organization that combines voices of 18 community leagues in SW Edmonton. Currently reviewing boundaries as part of bylaws update. Terwillegar and Riverbend are considering forming their own Area Council. SWAC casino funds are allocated to members in good standing. Attended EFCL Realignment / Rezoning Session
31	Year in Review – Civics Attended “Basic Principles of Medium Residential Infill in Edmonton” workshop. Not so much a workshop as a dictation of the principles by the City. First Time Home Buyers Program Garth has attended meetings of concerned BQ residents. SWAC is becoming actively involved.
32	Year in Review – Civics Century Park Developer has been cooperative in providing updates. Disappointed that proposal to increase heights was not communicated except through media. SWAC is regenerating its committee.
33	Year in Review – Civics South-LRT (S-LRT) Extension Documented and presented support from School Boards and Community Leagues for station at 40^th Ave. but proposal was defeated at TPW Committee. Hundreds of hours of volunteer time including meetings, poster boards at S-LRT info sessions, etc. Participated in design workshops and provided input on jersey barriers, landscaping and other aesthetics. Final workshop was held this fall. Community Arts Project Selection of art for Century Park Station
34	Year in Review – Civics Driving range fence at Derrick Was asked by a Westbrook resident to assist with objection to 50m fence being erected along 119 Street (facing BQCL territory). Meetings resulted in moving new fence back from road and behind trees making it less visible. SMART Choices Revising City policies on new developments and rejuvenation of mature neighbourhoods. Attended meetings but unsure of the value. Civics Town Hall Forums?
35	Year in Review – Social 2006-2007 events Soccer Wind-up BBQ Big-Bin event League/Sports Registration I’ve Outgrown it Sale Home Party Bazaar AGM Upcoming 2008 Events Games Night League/Sports Registration Soccer Wind-up BBQ Big-Bin event Adult Beach Party Halloween Winter Carnival
36	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
37	Year in Review – Financial Treasurer: Moni Jena Acting Treasurer Jud Rich stepped down in late July. New Treasurer (Moni Jena) appointed by the Board in June 2007. Financial Statements prepared by Peterson Walker. Membership Fees Volunteer “Encouragement” Fees
38	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
39	2008 Capital Budget Upgrade Initiatives (funded from Casino account) Hall Awnings Security Access and Camera System Tennis Court Resurfacing Basketball Court Resurfacing Volleyball pit refurbishing Hall loft meeting area/Audio-Visual upgrade Total Estimates: $94,500 BQCL portion = $47,250 (will apply for matching grant)
40	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
41	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
42	Election President * Secretary * Treasurer *** Facilities * Sports * Social * Membership/Volunteerism ** Publicity * * = up for renewal in 2007 – need nominations = vacant – need nominations/ratification * = filled, needs membership nomination
43	Agenda Call to Order and Declaration of Quorum Approval of 2006 AGM Minutes Old Business Year in Review Approval of 2007/08 Operating Budget Approval of 2007/08 Capital Budget Bylaws Revisions Election Long-Range Initiatives
44	Long-Range Initiatives On the Radar: Major Sports Facilities upgrade Tennis courts, basketball courts, hockey rink Playground replacement and spray park Senior Centre Youth Centre Will be funded from Casinos and matching grants (to be determined)
45	Closing Remarks How can you get involved? JOIN THE BOARD! Director’s positions available VOLUNTEER! Hall clean-up (grounds cleanup, flower-beds/painting, etc.) Registration assistance Coaching Sports organizing (teams, equipment, etc.) Volunteer organization
46	BQCL 2007 AGM Question and Answer Session
47	BQCL 2007 AGM THANK YOU for attending! www.bqcl.org