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01-15-2004, 03:20 PM
2004 AMERICAN POWERBOAT ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL MEETING- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
January 29-31, 2004
STOCK OUTBOARD COMMISSION ANNUAL MEETING
AGENDA
NOTE: THIS AGENDA WILL BE UPDATED AND ADDITIONAL ITEMS ADDED DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2004 PRIOR TO THE APBA ANNUAL MEETING. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK THIS AGENDA PRIOR TO THE MEETING. S.O. Chmn. E.W. Hearn.
I. CALL TO ORDER.
II. OPENING CEREMONIES Sargent-At-Arms.
A. Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Invocation.
C. Moment of Silence for members who have passed away in the last year.
III. ROLL CALL.
IV. OATH OF NEW MEMBERS.
V. READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Waive Reading Requirement.
B. Approval of Minutes.
VI. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT.
A. Report to BOD
B. Membership Statistics
VII. CHAIRMAN’S APPOINTMENTS.
A. Commissioners
B. SORC Secretary
C. SORC Chief Inspector
D. Stock Outboard Awards Committee
E. New Class/Equipment Review Committee
F. Runabout Technical Committee
G. Hydro Technical Committee
H. Inspection Manual Committee
I. Technical Committees.
1. OMC Tech Committee-
2. HotRod Tech Committee-
3. C/20 (Yamato) Tech Committee-
4. Mercury Tech Committee
J. Stock Outboard Safety Rules Committee
K. Stock Outboard General Rules Committee
L. Stock Outboard Rescue Rules Committee
M. High Point Rules Committee
N. Classic Division Committee
VIII. MANUFACTURERS' REPORTS.
IX. APPROVAL OF ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA.
X. OLD BUSINESS.
A. 2004 Championships Reports
1. Closed Course Nationals- Whitney Point, NY
2. Winter Nationals- Bakersfield, CA
B. 2003 Awards.
1. Rookie of the Year.
2. Hall of Champions Inductees.
3. High Point Champions.
4. Waldman Award.
5. Menzies Award.
O. 2004 Hall of Champions Criteria
a. Sliding scale for points based upon class participation
P. 2004 High Point Championship Criteria
A. Reduce number of races from 15 to 12
Q. Remaining 2003 Appeal
R. Approval of Actions of Race Committees and Referees Decisions for 2003 Racing Season and disposition of Appeals/Protests.
S. Any remaining 2003 Business.
XI. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Bids for Closed Course National Championships.
B. Bids for 2004 Championships.
1. Winter Nationals.
2. 45SS Nationals.
a. Closed Course-SCOA, Region 12, Lake Cahuilla
in Indio, Ca on May 1st and 2nd.
b. Marathon Nationals-SCOA, Region 12, Lake
Cahuilla in Indio, Ca. on May 1st and 2nd.
3. Marathon Nationals.
4. Divisional Championships.
(a)West.
(b) Central- TRORA: Warren, Pa. June 12-13.
(c) South.
(d) Northeast.
5. North American Championships.
(a) Points Awarded for Champion.
(b) Committee to Accept Bids.
C. Bids for other future Events.
D. Medical Insurance Discussion
Does Stock Outboard Support purchase of Participant Accident/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment?
E. Racing Rules
1. Half-Mile Record Courses.
F. Safety Rules
1. Cold Weather Racing:
Proposal: To mandate that when racing in water with a temp below 55’ F, that a heat must be stopped if a driver goes into the water and the driver must be removed from the water as soon as safely possible.
Reason: To prevent the possibility of Hypothermia in drivers and take the guesswork away from Referee’s, untrained in this health risk.
Explanation: Do to the fact that we are racing earlier and later in the year, the water temperature is becoming an increasing concern. While I am completely unqualified on the subject, I have done some research that shows we are putting our drivers at undo risk from Hypothermia.
Some facts:
1. The body loses heat 25-30% faster in water than in air.
2. An average adult has a 50/50 chance of surviving a 50 yd swim in 50’F water
3. A 50-year-old adult in 50’ F water has a 50/50 chance of surviving for 50 minutes.
While, from my very brief research, there isn’t an exact (time + water temp = hypothermia) formula, it would seem that 50’ F as the benchmark. All the research I have seen dealt with survival, i.e. life or death. It is my belief that we do not even want to come close to these barriers. So I am proposing that 55’ F water temperature be the rule in order to have a margin of safety as well as not providing undo delays at our races. When considering that some/ most of our drivers will either try and go out in the next heat or run another class later in the day, it would only be sensible to ensure the safety of all by adding a 5’F margin for error to rule out the chance of hypothermia. In doing this, we would also take the responsibility of making, what is now, a judgment call off the Referee’s shoulders and ensure the safety of all concerned.
When you look at this, please note that for the most part, we are only looking at a few races. Mostly in the North and in early Spring and later Fall. While this might add additional time in running our races, I believe that, for the safety of those involved, it is a delay that we have to afford. To be macho and do nothing will only lead to someone getting in trouble in the water. If safety is one of our #1 concerns, this only makes sense. We forced our drivers to wear protective suits in the name of safety, so we should force our clubs and Referee’s to endure a small delay to ensure the safety of the drivers.
Cost to implement: very low - a simple water thermometer purchased at any sporting goods or swimming pool store should be able to provide the Referee the information needed.
If you believe that 55’ F water temperature is not enough of a margin for safety, please feel free to increase the minimum temperature. Also, if you believe this proposal would be of benefit to other Categories, please forward it to the appropriate individuals for review.
2. Alcohol Rule. Delete Paragraph one for SO Rules.
G. A Class OMC vs. Mercury Compatibility Project.
1. 0.700 Restrictor for OMC Engines
2. Approval of OMC 15 cu.in. Powerhead
3. Records
4. Four Stroke Project Update
E. Hot Rod Classes
L. CSR and CSH Classes.
M. 25SS Classes
1. Transom Height for 25SSH
2. Engine Compatibility Issues
a. 25SSR Universal Height Restriction of 1-3/8".
b. 25SSR Yamato 102 legal engine.
c. 25SSR Universal weight 405 lbs.
N. D Classes.
1. Tower Housing Project Update
December 26, 2003
Dear Edgar:
The SORC, working with Olson Aluminum Castings and Import Adrenaline Inc. (IAI), reproduced the Mercury 44XS driveshaft housing and adaptor plate used in APBA’s DSH and DSR classes. Olson Aluminum produced the actual castings, while IAI handled the machining and sales. In June 2003, the SORC purchased eleven (11) driveshaft housings and nine (9) adaptor plates. The driveshaft housings were purchased from IAI for $325.00 each; the adaptor plates were purchased from IAI for $250.00 each. The SORC’s total payment to IAI was $5825.00.
The SORC has since sold four (4) adaptor plates for $250.00 each and five (5) driveshaft housings for $325.00 each. As a result of these sales, $2625.00 has been returned to the SORC’s promotion fund. (Each time an item is sold, a check is sent to Patty at APBA.) The SORC’s remaining inventory of driveshaft housings and adaptor plates is stored at my home.
Regards, Mark Wheeler
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ANNUAL MEETING- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
January 29-31, 2004
STOCK OUTBOARD COMMISSION ANNUAL MEETING
AGENDA
NOTE: THIS AGENDA WILL BE UPDATED AND ADDITIONAL ITEMS ADDED DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2004 PRIOR TO THE APBA ANNUAL MEETING. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK THIS AGENDA PRIOR TO THE MEETING. S.O. Chmn. E.W. Hearn.
I. CALL TO ORDER.
II. OPENING CEREMONIES Sargent-At-Arms.
A. Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Invocation.
C. Moment of Silence for members who have passed away in the last year.
III. ROLL CALL.
IV. OATH OF NEW MEMBERS.
V. READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Waive Reading Requirement.
B. Approval of Minutes.
VI. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT.
A. Report to BOD
B. Membership Statistics
VII. CHAIRMAN’S APPOINTMENTS.
A. Commissioners
B. SORC Secretary
C. SORC Chief Inspector
D. Stock Outboard Awards Committee
E. New Class/Equipment Review Committee
F. Runabout Technical Committee
G. Hydro Technical Committee
H. Inspection Manual Committee
I. Technical Committees.
1. OMC Tech Committee-
2. HotRod Tech Committee-
3. C/20 (Yamato) Tech Committee-
4. Mercury Tech Committee
J. Stock Outboard Safety Rules Committee
K. Stock Outboard General Rules Committee
L. Stock Outboard Rescue Rules Committee
M. High Point Rules Committee
N. Classic Division Committee
VIII. MANUFACTURERS' REPORTS.
IX. APPROVAL OF ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA.
X. OLD BUSINESS.
A. 2004 Championships Reports
1. Closed Course Nationals- Whitney Point, NY
2. Winter Nationals- Bakersfield, CA
B. 2003 Awards.
1. Rookie of the Year.
2. Hall of Champions Inductees.
3. High Point Champions.
4. Waldman Award.
5. Menzies Award.
O. 2004 Hall of Champions Criteria
a. Sliding scale for points based upon class participation
P. 2004 High Point Championship Criteria
A. Reduce number of races from 15 to 12
Q. Remaining 2003 Appeal
R. Approval of Actions of Race Committees and Referees Decisions for 2003 Racing Season and disposition of Appeals/Protests.
S. Any remaining 2003 Business.
XI. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Bids for Closed Course National Championships.
B. Bids for 2004 Championships.
1. Winter Nationals.
2. 45SS Nationals.
a. Closed Course-SCOA, Region 12, Lake Cahuilla
in Indio, Ca on May 1st and 2nd.
b. Marathon Nationals-SCOA, Region 12, Lake
Cahuilla in Indio, Ca. on May 1st and 2nd.
3. Marathon Nationals.
4. Divisional Championships.
(a)West.
(b) Central- TRORA: Warren, Pa. June 12-13.
(c) South.
(d) Northeast.
5. North American Championships.
(a) Points Awarded for Champion.
(b) Committee to Accept Bids.
C. Bids for other future Events.
D. Medical Insurance Discussion
Does Stock Outboard Support purchase of Participant Accident/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment?
E. Racing Rules
1. Half-Mile Record Courses.
F. Safety Rules
1. Cold Weather Racing:
Proposal: To mandate that when racing in water with a temp below 55’ F, that a heat must be stopped if a driver goes into the water and the driver must be removed from the water as soon as safely possible.
Reason: To prevent the possibility of Hypothermia in drivers and take the guesswork away from Referee’s, untrained in this health risk.
Explanation: Do to the fact that we are racing earlier and later in the year, the water temperature is becoming an increasing concern. While I am completely unqualified on the subject, I have done some research that shows we are putting our drivers at undo risk from Hypothermia.
Some facts:
1. The body loses heat 25-30% faster in water than in air.
2. An average adult has a 50/50 chance of surviving a 50 yd swim in 50’F water
3. A 50-year-old adult in 50’ F water has a 50/50 chance of surviving for 50 minutes.
While, from my very brief research, there isn’t an exact (time + water temp = hypothermia) formula, it would seem that 50’ F as the benchmark. All the research I have seen dealt with survival, i.e. life or death. It is my belief that we do not even want to come close to these barriers. So I am proposing that 55’ F water temperature be the rule in order to have a margin of safety as well as not providing undo delays at our races. When considering that some/ most of our drivers will either try and go out in the next heat or run another class later in the day, it would only be sensible to ensure the safety of all by adding a 5’F margin for error to rule out the chance of hypothermia. In doing this, we would also take the responsibility of making, what is now, a judgment call off the Referee’s shoulders and ensure the safety of all concerned.
When you look at this, please note that for the most part, we are only looking at a few races. Mostly in the North and in early Spring and later Fall. While this might add additional time in running our races, I believe that, for the safety of those involved, it is a delay that we have to afford. To be macho and do nothing will only lead to someone getting in trouble in the water. If safety is one of our #1 concerns, this only makes sense. We forced our drivers to wear protective suits in the name of safety, so we should force our clubs and Referee’s to endure a small delay to ensure the safety of the drivers.
Cost to implement: very low - a simple water thermometer purchased at any sporting goods or swimming pool store should be able to provide the Referee the information needed.
If you believe that 55’ F water temperature is not enough of a margin for safety, please feel free to increase the minimum temperature. Also, if you believe this proposal would be of benefit to other Categories, please forward it to the appropriate individuals for review.
2. Alcohol Rule. Delete Paragraph one for SO Rules.
G. A Class OMC vs. Mercury Compatibility Project.
1. 0.700 Restrictor for OMC Engines
2. Approval of OMC 15 cu.in. Powerhead
3. Records
4. Four Stroke Project Update
E. Hot Rod Classes
L. CSR and CSH Classes.
M. 25SS Classes
1. Transom Height for 25SSH
2. Engine Compatibility Issues
a. 25SSR Universal Height Restriction of 1-3/8".
b. 25SSR Yamato 102 legal engine.
c. 25SSR Universal weight 405 lbs.
N. D Classes.
1. Tower Housing Project Update
December 26, 2003
Dear Edgar:
The SORC, working with Olson Aluminum Castings and Import Adrenaline Inc. (IAI), reproduced the Mercury 44XS driveshaft housing and adaptor plate used in APBA’s DSH and DSR classes. Olson Aluminum produced the actual castings, while IAI handled the machining and sales. In June 2003, the SORC purchased eleven (11) driveshaft housings and nine (9) adaptor plates. The driveshaft housings were purchased from IAI for $325.00 each; the adaptor plates were purchased from IAI for $250.00 each. The SORC’s total payment to IAI was $5825.00.
The SORC has since sold four (4) adaptor plates for $250.00 each and five (5) driveshaft housings for $325.00 each. As a result of these sales, $2625.00 has been returned to the SORC’s promotion fund. (Each time an item is sold, a check is sent to Patty at APBA.) The SORC’s remaining inventory of driveshaft housings and adaptor plates is stored at my home.
Regards, Mark Wheeler
Continued on next post