ACF Meeting

Monday April 4, 2011

York Harbor Inn

            Thanks to Mark Lemay from Sysco Northern New England who gave an excellent demonstration on how to fabricate a Boneless Beef Rib eye into Filet of Rib eye and Spinalis Dorsi muscle roast.

            Meeting called to order by Jon Willis Vice President at 7:40 pm.

Members and guests introduced themselves and the meeting proceeded.

MOTION; To accept the Secretary’s report from the March meeting.

            Motion by Gerry                2^nd by Todd              PASSED

            No Treasurer’s report, tabled until next meeting in May.

No correspondence received this month for discussion and review.

Regional Conference in Columbus, Ohio

            Three chapter members Jon Willis, Gerry Bonsey, and Bill Vasvary attended the conference with each giving a brief report. Some highlights of the convention;

Election Year for National ACF Officers

President Michael Ty (Incumbent)   CEC AAC    William Franklin CMC WGMC   AAC

Secretary David Ivey Soto CEC CCA MBA (Incumbent)     Thomas Macrina CEC CCA HGT AAC

Treasurer James Taylor CEC AAC       Running Unopposed

Northeast Regional Vice President

William Tillinghast CEC AAC MBA (Incumbent)            Brad Barnes CMC CCA AAC

Southern New Hampshire University took 5^th Place and a Bronze Medal.

Attendance was around 450 participants’ second largest turnout next to Hershey 2010.

Columbus offered reasonably priced restaurants most members enjoyed for three days.

Next year the conference will be in Niagara Falls April 27-30 2012.

All attendees had a good time.

Old Business

            The golf tournament was discussed and the following details will be posted on the website. The cost will be $100 per person. Any foursome will pay $360 (90.00 per person).

The price will include a continental breakfast and luncheon buffet. Warm up balls on the practice range, golf and cart for 18 holes. Beverage service carts will be available during play.

            The chapter needs to get sponsors, donations, and or prizes for the golfers.  A suggestion was made to investigate having a large money hole in one prize ($1,000,000) or a luxury car. This will get further discussion at our next meeting.

            Each chapter member should get at least two foursomes to play in our tournament.

More details will be discussed at the next meeting.

            Charlie Casey is working on a few dates in the fall for another chapter moneymaking event “Chefs on Parade”. By the May meeting, a fall date will be decided and a committee formed to handle all the details.

New Business

            No new business was conducted at this time.

            Announcement: Pembroke Academy will be starting a culinary/pastry arts program and is searching for a chef/instructor. Any interested applicants should contact Pembroke Academy in Pembroke, N.H.

            The May meeting will take place at Chez Boucher French Cooking School on Monday May 2, 2011 in Hampton, N.H.

MOTION; To adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Charlie              2^nd by Neil                PASSED

ACF Meeting

Monday March 7, 2011

Bintliff’s Restaurant

Ogunquit, Maine

            A special thank you to Chef Balch for his demo and food he brought for us to sample. He is the consumate Chef/Farmer. He makes from plate to table a simple task not a great adventure. Thank you chef for your time and talents!

            Meeting called to order at 8:03pm.

Introductions were made by all attending, before old business conducted.

MOTION made to accept the minutes of the February meeting.

               Motion by Norm             2^nd by Marty                        PASSED

MOTION made to accept the Treasurers report.

            Motion by Todd                  2^nd Neil                      PASSED

ACF NATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE

Perrin listed the correspondence from ACF National. If you are not getting any information from National, you need to upgrade your personal data on their website. With national elections in May, it is important you upgrade your email address to receive your ballot.

GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT

Neil presented two workbooks provided by The Oaks Golf Club. They contain all the details to have a successful tournament designed to make money. The goal of the chapter is to fill 144 spots on tournament day with the minimum being 100. We may receive a free membership for 2012 if we signup over 100 for the tournament. It was suggested by Neil we raffle off the membership to raise extra money.

There will be a golf committee formed to insure the success of our tournament. Seven members are needed. If you are interested, please contact Perrin and he will give you more information. This committee will hold separate meetings then report to the general members every month.

The chapter website will post the changes as more information is finalized by the golf committee.

It was suggested we have a hole in one contest as a raffle for extra money along with a skins game. Details will be forthcoming. The format will be a scramble with shotgun start at 9:30am 9/19/11.

The primary goal is to get a main sponsor for the tournament. Each member should also try to get at least one team to enter.

By April, more details will be available.

BY-LAWS

            Perrin sent an email to all members soliciting comments about our current by-laws and the changes needed to upgrade our chapter to National compliance.

This matter will be discussed further at next month’s meeting.

SCHOLARSHIPS

            As of the writing of these minutes, no scholarship applications have been received. The deadline is April 1. It was decided to reconnect with area schools and remind them of the two scholarships available. Applications may be downloaded off our website.

CHAPTER CERTTIFICATION EXAM

            Perrin will have more information about our chapter hosting practical exams in May or June at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter.

CHEFS ON PARADE

            Charlie Casey will get a date in November so we may have a fall fundraiser at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Details will be forthcoming.

NEW BUSINESS

            There was no new business but the following announcements were made.

Jon Willis will run the next meeting at the York Harbor Inn.

MOTION made to adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Neil        2^nd Norm                   PASSED

ACF Piscataqua Meeting Minutes

Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth, N.H.

Monday February 7, 2011

6:35pm Perrin called for order and presented the educational portion of the evening which was smoking, curing and basic charcuterie. Pictures of the event are available on our Events & Photos page of the website. After the seminar, we enjoyed a bountiful meal featuring the smoked pastrami, bacon, and Pieds de cochon. A hearty thank you to Chef Perrin and his culinary students who helped prepare and serve the meal.

7:45pm the Business meeting called to order by Chef Perrin Long. First order of business was acceptance of the Secretaries minutes from January meeting.

MOTION made by Marty to accept minutes as written. Second by Norm PASSED

Treasurer’s Report given by Marty indicated we have funds spread out in four different accounts. One account being in the state of Maine, which will be controlled by the Maine Banking Assn. unless, we show activity to the account. Maine banking laws state any account not showing activity for 1 year is subject to control by the state with eventual transfer of funds to the state.

Discussion followed with the following being proposed.

MOTION made by Neil to move Hoc An Scholarship money into the general fund and close the

            Account in the Maine bank. Second by Norm PASSED

MOTION by Gerry to accept the Treasurer’s report. Second by Bill PASSED

Monthly correspondence included a letter from Regional ACF Vice President Bill Tillinghast about the upcoming educational forum in September 2011 in Albany, N.Y.

            The “Be like Mike” contest is accepting applications from students. All apps should be forwarded to the ACF National office in Florida.

            ACF Candidate Messages are delivered via email, as National elections are upcoming this spring. Ballots will be distributed and tabulated by an independent agency.

OLD BUSINESS

            William Vasvary will handle the duties of chapter secretary on an interim basis through June and possibly next fall until a permanent candidate emerges from the ranks.

            The Scholarship forms are posted on our website page and downloadable. The committee reports no scholarships have been submitted to date.

            The website is up and running. By the next meeting, we will have a link to Face Book and expand our networking capabilities.

NEW BUSINESS

            The Restaurant Feud was discussed in detail as a possible fundraising event by and for the chapter. Charlie provided three Sunday dates available in March-April at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Cost would be $15 per person with doors open @4pm and the feud start @5pm.

After a lengthy discussion of how to move forward with chapter fundraising, the following was proposed. We would have a November fundraiser called “Chef’s on Parade”. The name of the event is subject to change later. St. James Episcopal Church in Portsmouth will be offered the opportunity to sell tickets to the event and make a commission on every ticket they sell. The percentage of monies given to the church and chapter has yet to be negotiated. Perrin will contact the church and handle negotiations. As ticket sales being the only item negotiated, the chapter would keep all funds raised by Chef Live Auctions and donated gifts for raffles. Cost per ticket would be around $25 per person. The location will be the Regatta Room in Eliot, ME. Charlie Casey will obtain a date and report in March. No motion was made but the chapter was in favor of proceeding with this project.

            The chapter needs to comply with ACF National issues with regard to a New Tax ID, Articles of Incorporation, and updated By-Laws. It was decided to email all members a copy of the By-Laws for their inspection. If any members have comments or suggestions, they should email them to Perrin. This is being done in lieu of a committee. No time limit was given for compliance but the chapter will comply in a timely manner.

            Perrin will attend the Western Regional Conference, as it will not interfere with his teaching assignments at school. As Jon Willis will attend the upcoming Northeast Conference in Columbus, OH, he will be proxy for Perrin at all meetings where chapter attendance is required. Jon has accepted the assignment.

            Airfare to the west regional and room charges will be paid by the chapter to Perrin when receipts are submitted. Other sources will pay for his registration to the conference.

            It was suggested by Perrin the chapter sponsor a Certification Test at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter for late May or early June. The event will be on Saturday. All costs will be calculated so the chapter does not lose money. Perrin will coordinate the entire event but needs a CEC to volunteer and be Test Administrator for the day. This idea met with approval by the chapter. More details will be forthcoming at the March meeting.

            Golf tournament plans are taking shape. Neil has confirmed our chapter will sponsor a golf outing at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H. on Monday September 19, 2011. It will consist of a 9am shotgun start. Neil is heading the golf committee and needs six other volunteers to help make it a success. A rousing discussion took place with the following suggestions. “Slicing for Scholarships” is the official title of our event. The cost will be approximately $125 per person. Greens and Tee sponsors will be solicited along with a grand sponsor. There will be casino type wagering on certain holes along with various skill shots to raise extra money. The menu details will be forthcoming before we adjourn for the summer at the June meeting.

The goal is to get 144 players. At the March meeting, more details will be shared with the membership. Prizes for raffles, selling mulligans, and a 50/50 are some additional ways to raise money on the day of the tournament. Neil discussed pro shop credit to obtain additional gifts based on the amount of golfers we can sign up.

MOTION made by Norm to have the chapter sponsor a golf tournament at The Oaks on

            September 19, 2011. Second by Marty PASSED

            With no other business to be discussed by the membership Perrin called for a motion to adjourn and reminded all, the March meeting will be at Bintliff’s in Ogunquit, Maine on

Monday March 7.

MOTION made by Norm to adjourn the meeting. Second by Marty PASSED

Piscataqua Chapter Meeting Minutes
Wentworth by the Sea
Newcastle, N.H.

Monday January 3, 2011

6:37pm Perrin called the meeting to order and introduced Chef Bill Barcikowski who gave a demonstration on preserving salt cod and preparing salt cod recipes. In attendance were 11 members. Emily Hill was introduced by Perrin as a new member formerly a student now working as a sous chef in the area. Chef Barcikowski’s recipes & procedures along with samples of food were made available. The demonstration concluded at 7:10pm

The Marriott Staff served a light supper prepared by the Wentworth culinary team.

Business meeting called to order at 7:45pm as Perrin led the pledge of allegiance.

Introductions of all attending took place with the following announcements. The swearing in of the new officers will take place at the February meeting as Jon Willis was not in attendance and the secretary position is still open.

Old Business

Perrin handed out the secretary’s report for December prior to the meeting start.

MOTION made by Molly to accept the secretary’s report from December meeting.

            2^nd by Norm        Passed

Molly announced that the chapter would have a Face book page that will have a linkup with the website and vice versa. She mentioned more people use Face book than most search engines such as Google.

Perrin announced that the website is back up and running with the address being the old www.acfpiscataqua.org. While the site is a work in process, we have a platform where others may learn of our chapter and all we provide on the seacoast.

Perrin mentioned he paid the yearly fees to get our website up and running which totaled $104.38 and will cover all website costs through December of 2011

MOTION made by Neil to reimburse Perrin the fees paid to get the website restarted.

            2^nd by Norm     Passed

Treasurer’s report given by Marty has $6979.39 in various accounts on hand in TD Bank North. The president and treasurer will visit the bank this week to sign new signature cards.

Motion made by Neil to accept the treasurer’s report.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Announcement made that the secretary position is still available and needs an occupant. For the interim attendees at meetings will collectively take notes.

Old Business continued with committee reports. The scholarship committee is the only one reporting their project of upgrading the application and award process.

Scholarship Committee

Applications accepted up until the deadline of April 1.

Rewording in application changes “2^nd year to 2^nd semester”.

Award checks made directly to school of choice not given to award recipient.

A search will start to find qualified applicants for the awards.

Distribution of applications to surrounding high schools and colleges via email will take place.

Applications will be guided towards Bintliffs Restaurant in care of Norm.

Committee of Norm, Molly, and Patty will have final decision on applications and making suggestions to the membership on disbursement of funds.

Details will come available on the websites new scholarship page.

New Business

National Secretary David Ivey Soto is requesting all chapters comply with ACF standards and submit their current articles of incorporation, tax-exempt certificate, direct deposit material, chapter by-laws. Perrin will handle this assignment to keep the chapter in good standing.

The ACF Northeast Regional Convention is in Columbus, OH March 20-23. Early registration deadline is February 4. All those wishing to attend may get additional information on the ACF website.

Perrin mentioned he would be attending the Western Regional in Scottsdale AZ as it is on a weekend and he will only miss two days of school instead of four if he went to Columbus, OH.

No motion needed and his idea met with approval by the membership.

It was decided that Vice President Jon Willis would represent the chapter in Columbus at the general session with regard to any motions or chapter business.

The chapter by-laws are available to chapter members on line as they are in jpeg format and easily accessible for download.

Neil mentioned the by-laws were in the process of being changed but the process is on hold due to non-compliance with the existing by-laws. A quorum of 20% or 2/3 majority of those members present at a special meeting after sufficient notice (2 months) sent to all members.

This process will be on going and a new committee formed to revise the by-laws.

An updated membership list is compiled and available to all of the membership.

Perrin and Marty will work on a chapter budget for the coming year. Details will be forthcoming at a future meeting.

It was mentioned that chapter members in good standing might attend regional conferences with registration paid by the chapter. This policy will be reviewed and revised later.

Increasing the chapter membership this coming year (2011) will be a priority.

It was suggested to bring back the chef of the year dinner or chapter awards dinner with further discussion at a future meeting.

Molly mentioned fund raising events the chapter should consider this coming year. The most popular were silent auctions, restaurant feud, chefs on parade, and high-end raffles. This subject will be explored at a future meeting.

Neil suggested the chapter hold a golf tournament to raise funds for the chapter general fund and the charities we support during the year. Extensive discussion took place with the emphasis put on having a tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Somersworth N.H.

The cost would be $100 to $150 per player. Additional funds generated by tee and green sponsorship. A main sponsor for the whole tournament would provide basic funding for the extras needed to sponsor a tournament such as a hole in one prize or a new car. Skill shots would also generate more money as the golfers rounded the course and took chances on making shots. A special Las Vegas hole would let a player double his money if he makes a certain shot. Running a skins game as a 50/50 game where half the money is for prizes and the other half for general funds. Molly mentioned this would be a good time to have silent auctions, raffle items, and a few large prizes or prize. Perrin mentioned a banquet or high-end barbecue would be served after golfing. While the details will be presented at the February meeting, this is a very worthy project. There are a few chapter members with country club and golf experience to help make it a success.

Motion made by Doug to have a golf tournament at the Oaks this coming fall.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Neil will provide more information at the February meeting and a committee of seven members will be formed to work on the event. We will use the chapter website and Face book to promote the event immediately with details to follow.

With no other business to be conducted, Perrin called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Motion made by Norm to adjourn the meeting.

            2^nd by Neil     Passed

The next meeting will take place at Portsmouth High School Monday February 7 at 6:30pm.

ACF Meeting

Monday April 4, 2011

York Harbor Inn

            Thanks to Mark Lemay from Sysco Northern New England who gave an excellent demonstration on how to fabricate a Boneless Beef Rib eye into Filet of Rib eye and Spinalis Dorsi muscle roast.

            Meeting called to order by Jon Willis Vice President at 7:40 pm.

Members and guests introduced themselves and the meeting proceeded.

MOTION; To accept the Secretary’s report from the March meeting.

            Motion by Gerry                2^nd by Todd              PASSED

            No Treasurer’s report, tabled until next meeting in May.

No correspondence received this month for discussion and review.

Regional Conference in Columbus, Ohio

            Three chapter members Jon Willis, Gerry Bonsey, and Bill Vasvary attended the conference with each giving a brief report. Some highlights of the convention;

Election Year for National ACF Officers

President Michael Ty (Incumbent)   CEC AAC    William Franklin CMC WGMC   AAC

Secretary David Ivey Soto CEC CCA MBA (Incumbent)     Thomas Macrina CEC CCA HGT AAC

Treasurer James Taylor CEC AAC       Running Unopposed

Northeast Regional Vice President

William Tillinghast CEC AAC MBA (Incumbent)            Brad Barnes CMC CCA AAC

Southern New Hampshire University took 5^th Place and a Bronze Medal.

Attendance was around 450 participants’ second largest turnout next to Hershey 2010.

Columbus offered reasonably priced restaurants most members enjoyed for three days.

Next year the conference will be in Niagara Falls April 27-30 2012.

All attendees had a good time.

Old Business

            The golf tournament was discussed and the following details will be posted on the website. The cost will be $100 per person. Any foursome will pay $360 (90.00 per person).

The price will include a continental breakfast and luncheon buffet. Warm up balls on the practice range, golf and cart for 18 holes. Beverage service carts will be available during play.

            The chapter needs to get sponsors, donations, and or prizes for the golfers.  A suggestion was made to investigate having a large money hole in one prize ($1,000,000) or a luxury car. This will get further discussion at our next meeting.

            Each chapter member should get at least two foursomes to play in our tournament.

More details will be discussed at the next meeting.

            Charlie Casey is working on a few dates in the fall for another chapter moneymaking event “Chefs on Parade”. By the May meeting, a fall date will be decided and a committee formed to handle all the details.

New Business

            No new business was conducted at this time.

            Announcement: Pembroke Academy will be starting a culinary/pastry arts program and is searching for a chef/instructor. Any interested applicants should contact Pembroke Academy in Pembroke, N.H.

            The May meeting will take place at Chez Boucher French Cooking School on Monday May 2, 2011 in Hampton, N.H.

MOTION; To adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Charlie              2^nd by Neil                PASSED

ACF Meeting

ACF Meeting

Monday April 4, 2011

York Harbor Inn

            Thanks to Mark Lemay from Sysco Northern New England who gave an excellent demonstration on how to fabricate a Boneless Beef Rib eye into Filet of Rib eye and Spinalis Dorsi muscle roast.

            Meeting called to order by Jon Willis Vice President at 7:40 pm.

Members and guests introduced themselves and the meeting proceeded.

MOTION; To accept the Secretary’s report from the March meeting.

            Motion by Gerry                2^nd by Todd              PASSED

            No Treasurer’s report, tabled until next meeting in May.

No correspondence received this month for discussion and review.

Regional Conference in Columbus, Ohio

            Three chapter members Jon Willis, Gerry Bonsey, and Bill Vasvary attended the conference with each giving a brief report. Some highlights of the convention;

Election Year for National ACF Officers

President Michael Ty (Incumbent)   CEC AAC    William Franklin CMC WGMC   AAC

Secretary David Ivey Soto CEC CCA MBA (Incumbent)     Thomas Macrina CEC CCA HGT AAC

Treasurer James Taylor CEC AAC       Running Unopposed

Northeast Regional Vice President

William Tillinghast CEC AAC MBA (Incumbent)            Brad Barnes CMC CCA AAC

Southern New Hampshire University took 5^th Place and a Bronze Medal.

Attendance was around 450 participants’ second largest turnout next to Hershey 2010.

Columbus offered reasonably priced restaurants most members enjoyed for three days.

Next year the conference will be in Niagara Falls April 27-30 2012.

All attendees had a good time.

Old Business

            The golf tournament was discussed and the following details will be posted on the website. The cost will be $100 per person. Any foursome will pay $360 (90.00 per person).

The price will include a continental breakfast and luncheon buffet. Warm up balls on the practice range, golf and cart for 18 holes. Beverage service carts will be available during play.

            The chapter needs to get sponsors, donations, and or prizes for the golfers.  A suggestion was made to investigate having a large money hole in one prize ($1,000,000) or a luxury car. This will get further discussion at our next meeting.

            Each chapter member should get at least two foursomes to play in our tournament.

More details will be discussed at the next meeting.

            Charlie Casey is working on a few dates in the fall for another chapter moneymaking event “Chefs on Parade”. By the May meeting, a fall date will be decided and a committee formed to handle all the details.

New Business

            No new business was conducted at this time.

            Announcement: Pembroke Academy will be starting a culinary/pastry arts program and is searching for a chef/instructor. Any interested applicants should contact Pembroke Academy in Pembroke, N.H.

            The May meeting will take place at Chez Boucher French Cooking School on Monday May 2, 2011 in Hampton, N.H.

MOTION; To adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Charlie              2^nd by Neil                PASSED

ACF Meeting

ACF Meeting

Monday April 4, 2011

York Harbor Inn

            Thanks to Mark Lemay from Sysco Northern New England who gave an excellent demonstration on how to fabricate a Boneless Beef Rib eye into Filet of Rib eye and Spinalis Dorsi muscle roast.

            Meeting called to order by Jon Willis Vice President at 7:40 pm.

Members and guests introduced themselves and the meeting proceeded.

MOTION; To accept the Secretary’s report from the March meeting.

            Motion by Gerry                2^nd by Todd              PASSED

            No Treasurer’s report, tabled until next meeting in May.

No correspondence received this month for discussion and review.

Regional Conference in Columbus, Ohio

            Three chapter members Jon Willis, Gerry Bonsey, and Bill Vasvary attended the conference with each giving a brief report. Some highlights of the convention;

Election Year for National ACF Officers

President Michael Ty (Incumbent)   CEC AAC    William Franklin CMC WGMC   AAC

Secretary David Ivey Soto CEC CCA MBA (Incumbent)     Thomas Macrina CEC CCA HGT AAC

Treasurer James Taylor CEC AAC       Running Unopposed

Northeast Regional Vice President

William Tillinghast CEC AAC MBA (Incumbent)            Brad Barnes CMC CCA AAC

Southern New Hampshire University took 5^th Place and a Bronze Medal.

Attendance was around 450 participants’ second largest turnout next to Hershey 2010.

Columbus offered reasonably priced restaurants most members enjoyed for three days.

Next year the conference will be in Niagara Falls April 27-30 2012.

All attendees had a good time.

Old Business

            The golf tournament was discussed and the following details will be posted on the website. The cost will be $100 per person. Any foursome will pay $360 (90.00 per person).

The price will include a continental breakfast and luncheon buffet. Warm up balls on the practice range, golf and cart for 18 holes. Beverage service carts will be available during play.

            The chapter needs to get sponsors, donations, and or prizes for the golfers.  A suggestion was made to investigate having a large money hole in one prize ($1,000,000) or a luxury car. This will get further discussion at our next meeting.

            Each chapter member should get at least two foursomes to play in our tournament.

More details will be discussed at the next meeting.

            Charlie Casey is working on a few dates in the fall for another chapter moneymaking event “Chefs on Parade”. By the May meeting, a fall date will be decided and a committee formed to handle all the details.

New Business

            No new business was conducted at this time.

            Announcement: Pembroke Academy will be starting a culinary/pastry arts program and is searching for a chef/instructor. Any interested applicants should contact Pembroke Academy in Pembroke, N.H.

            The May meeting will take place at Chez Boucher French Cooking School on Monday May 2, 2011 in Hampton, N.H.

MOTION; To adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Charlie              2^nd by Neil                PASSED

ACF Meeting

Monday March 7, 2011

Bintliff’s Restaurant

Ogunquit, Maine

            A special thank you to Chef Balch for his demo and food he brought for us to sample. He is the consumate Chef/Farmer. He makes from plate to table a simple task not a great adventure. Thank you chef for your time and talents!

            Meeting called to order at 8:03pm.

Introductions were made by all attending, before old business conducted.

MOTION made to accept the minutes of the February meeting.

               Motion by Norm             2^nd by Marty                        PASSED

MOTION made to accept the Treasurers report.

            Motion by Todd                  2^nd Neil                      PASSED

ACF NATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE

Perrin listed the correspondence from ACF National. If you are not getting any information from National, you need to upgrade your personal data on their website. With national elections in May, it is important you upgrade your email address to receive your ballot.

GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT

Neil presented two workbooks provided by The Oaks Golf Club. They contain all the details to have a successful tournament designed to make money. The goal of the chapter is to fill 144 spots on tournament day with the minimum being 100. We may receive a free membership for 2012 if we signup over 100 for the tournament. It was suggested by Neil we raffle off the membership to raise extra money.

There will be a golf committee formed to insure the success of our tournament. Seven members are needed. If you are interested, please contact Perrin and he will give you more information. This committee will hold separate meetings then report to the general members every month.

The chapter website will post the changes as more information is finalized by the golf committee.

It was suggested we have a hole in one contest as a raffle for extra money along with a skins game. Details will be forthcoming. The format will be a scramble with shotgun start at 9:30am 9/19/11.

The primary goal is to get a main sponsor for the tournament. Each member should also try to get at least one team to enter.

By April, more details will be available.

BY-LAWS

            Perrin sent an email to all members soliciting comments about our current by-laws and the changes needed to upgrade our chapter to National compliance.

This matter will be discussed further at next month’s meeting.

SCHOLARSHIPS

            As of the writing of these minutes, no scholarship applications have been received. The deadline is April 1. It was decided to reconnect with area schools and remind them of the two scholarships available. Applications may be downloaded off our website.

CHAPTER CERTTIFICATION EXAM

            Perrin will have more information about our chapter hosting practical exams in May or June at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter.

CHEFS ON PARADE

            Charlie Casey will get a date in November so we may have a fall fundraiser at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Details will be forthcoming.

NEW BUSINESS

            There was no new business but the following announcements were made.

Jon Willis will run the next meeting at the York Harbor Inn.

MOTION made to adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Neil        2^nd Norm                   PASSED

ACF Piscataqua Meeting Minutes

Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth, N.H.

Monday February 7, 2011

6:35pm Perrin called for order and presented the educational portion of the evening which was smoking, curing and basic charcuterie. Pictures of the event are available on our Events & Photos page of the website. After the seminar, we enjoyed a bountiful meal featuring the smoked pastrami, bacon, and Pieds de cochon. A hearty thank you to Chef Perrin and his culinary students who helped prepare and serve the meal.

7:45pm the Business meeting called to order by Chef Perrin Long. First order of business was acceptance of the Secretaries minutes from January meeting.

MOTION made by Marty to accept minutes as written. Second by Norm PASSED

Treasurer’s Report given by Marty indicated we have funds spread out in four different accounts. One account being in the state of Maine, which will be controlled by the Maine Banking Assn. unless, we show activity to the account. Maine banking laws state any account not showing activity for 1 year is subject to control by the state with eventual transfer of funds to the state.

Discussion followed with the following being proposed.

MOTION made by Neil to move Hoc An Scholarship money into the general fund and close the

            Account in the Maine bank. Second by Norm PASSED

MOTION by Gerry to accept the Treasurer’s report. Second by Bill PASSED

Monthly correspondence included a letter from Regional ACF Vice President Bill Tillinghast about the upcoming educational forum in September 2011 in Albany, N.Y.

            The “Be like Mike” contest is accepting applications from students. All apps should be forwarded to the ACF National office in Florida.

            ACF Candidate Messages are delivered via email, as National elections are upcoming this spring. Ballots will be distributed and tabulated by an independent agency.

OLD BUSINESS

            William Vasvary will handle the duties of chapter secretary on an interim basis through June and possibly next fall until a permanent candidate emerges from the ranks.

            The Scholarship forms are posted on our website page and downloadable. The committee reports no scholarships have been submitted to date.

            The website is up and running. By the next meeting, we will have a link to Face Book and expand our networking capabilities.

NEW BUSINESS

            The Restaurant Feud was discussed in detail as a possible fundraising event by and for the chapter. Charlie provided three Sunday dates available in March-April at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Cost would be $15 per person with doors open @4pm and the feud start @5pm.

After a lengthy discussion of how to move forward with chapter fundraising, the following was proposed. We would have a November fundraiser called “Chef’s on Parade”. The name of the event is subject to change later. St. James Episcopal Church in Portsmouth will be offered the opportunity to sell tickets to the event and make a commission on every ticket they sell. The percentage of monies given to the church and chapter has yet to be negotiated. Perrin will contact the church and handle negotiations. As ticket sales being the only item negotiated, the chapter would keep all funds raised by Chef Live Auctions and donated gifts for raffles. Cost per ticket would be around $25 per person. The location will be the Regatta Room in Eliot, ME. Charlie Casey will obtain a date and report in March. No motion was made but the chapter was in favor of proceeding with this project.

            The chapter needs to comply with ACF National issues with regard to a New Tax ID, Articles of Incorporation, and updated By-Laws. It was decided to email all members a copy of the By-Laws for their inspection. If any members have comments or suggestions, they should email them to Perrin. This is being done in lieu of a committee. No time limit was given for compliance but the chapter will comply in a timely manner.

            Perrin will attend the Western Regional Conference, as it will not interfere with his teaching assignments at school. As Jon Willis will attend the upcoming Northeast Conference in Columbus, OH, he will be proxy for Perrin at all meetings where chapter attendance is required. Jon has accepted the assignment.

            Airfare to the west regional and room charges will be paid by the chapter to Perrin when receipts are submitted. Other sources will pay for his registration to the conference.

            It was suggested by Perrin the chapter sponsor a Certification Test at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter for late May or early June. The event will be on Saturday. All costs will be calculated so the chapter does not lose money. Perrin will coordinate the entire event but needs a CEC to volunteer and be Test Administrator for the day. This idea met with approval by the chapter. More details will be forthcoming at the March meeting.

            Golf tournament plans are taking shape. Neil has confirmed our chapter will sponsor a golf outing at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H. on Monday September 19, 2011. It will consist of a 9am shotgun start. Neil is heading the golf committee and needs six other volunteers to help make it a success. A rousing discussion took place with the following suggestions. “Slicing for Scholarships” is the official title of our event. The cost will be approximately $125 per person. Greens and Tee sponsors will be solicited along with a grand sponsor. There will be casino type wagering on certain holes along with various skill shots to raise extra money. The menu details will be forthcoming before we adjourn for the summer at the June meeting.

The goal is to get 144 players. At the March meeting, more details will be shared with the membership. Prizes for raffles, selling mulligans, and a 50/50 are some additional ways to raise money on the day of the tournament. Neil discussed pro shop credit to obtain additional gifts based on the amount of golfers we can sign up.

MOTION made by Norm to have the chapter sponsor a golf tournament at The Oaks on

            September 19, 2011. Second by Marty PASSED

            With no other business to be discussed by the membership Perrin called for a motion to adjourn and reminded all, the March meeting will be at Bintliff’s in Ogunquit, Maine on

Monday March 7.

MOTION made by Norm to adjourn the meeting. Second by Marty PASSED

Piscataqua Chapter Meeting Minutes
Wentworth by the Sea
Newcastle, N.H.

Monday January 3, 2011

6:37pm Perrin called the meeting to order and introduced Chef Bill Barcikowski who gave a demonstration on preserving salt cod and preparing salt cod recipes. In attendance were 11 members. Emily Hill was introduced by Perrin as a new member formerly a student now working as a sous chef in the area. Chef Barcikowski’s recipes & procedures along with samples of food were made available. The demonstration concluded at 7:10pm

The Marriott Staff served a light supper prepared by the Wentworth culinary team.

Business meeting called to order at 7:45pm as Perrin led the pledge of allegiance.

Introductions of all attending took place with the following announcements. The swearing in of the new officers will take place at the February meeting as Jon Willis was not in attendance and the secretary position is still open.

Old Business

Perrin handed out the secretary’s report for December prior to the meeting start.

MOTION made by Molly to accept the secretary’s report from December meeting.

            2^nd by Norm        Passed

Molly announced that the chapter would have a Face book page that will have a linkup with the website and vice versa. She mentioned more people use Face book than most search engines such as Google.

Perrin announced that the website is back up and running with the address being the old www.acfpiscataqua.org. While the site is a work in process, we have a platform where others may learn of our chapter and all we provide on the seacoast.

Perrin mentioned he paid the yearly fees to get our website up and running which totaled $104.38 and will cover all website costs through December of 2011

MOTION made by Neil to reimburse Perrin the fees paid to get the website restarted.

            2^nd by Norm     Passed

Treasurer’s report given by Marty has $6979.39 in various accounts on hand in TD Bank North. The president and treasurer will visit the bank this week to sign new signature cards.

Motion made by Neil to accept the treasurer’s report.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Announcement made that the secretary position is still available and needs an occupant. For the interim attendees at meetings will collectively take notes.

Old Business continued with committee reports. The scholarship committee is the only one reporting their project of upgrading the application and award process.

Scholarship Committee

Applications accepted up until the deadline of April 1.

Rewording in application changes “2^nd year to 2^nd semester”.

Award checks made directly to school of choice not given to award recipient.

A search will start to find qualified applicants for the awards.

Distribution of applications to surrounding high schools and colleges via email will take place.

Applications will be guided towards Bintliffs Restaurant in care of Norm.

Committee of Norm, Molly, and Patty will have final decision on applications and making suggestions to the membership on disbursement of funds.

Details will come available on the websites new scholarship page.

New Business

National Secretary David Ivey Soto is requesting all chapters comply with ACF standards and submit their current articles of incorporation, tax-exempt certificate, direct deposit material, chapter by-laws. Perrin will handle this assignment to keep the chapter in good standing.

The ACF Northeast Regional Convention is in Columbus, OH March 20-23. Early registration deadline is February 4. All those wishing to attend may get additional information on the ACF website.

Perrin mentioned he would be attending the Western Regional in Scottsdale AZ as it is on a weekend and he will only miss two days of school instead of four if he went to Columbus, OH.

No motion needed and his idea met with approval by the membership.

It was decided that Vice President Jon Willis would represent the chapter in Columbus at the general session with regard to any motions or chapter business.

The chapter by-laws are available to chapter members on line as they are in jpeg format and easily accessible for download.

Neil mentioned the by-laws were in the process of being changed but the process is on hold due to non-compliance with the existing by-laws. A quorum of 20% or 2/3 majority of those members present at a special meeting after sufficient notice (2 months) sent to all members.

This process will be on going and a new committee formed to revise the by-laws.

An updated membership list is compiled and available to all of the membership.

Perrin and Marty will work on a chapter budget for the coming year. Details will be forthcoming at a future meeting.

It was mentioned that chapter members in good standing might attend regional conferences with registration paid by the chapter. This policy will be reviewed and revised later.

Increasing the chapter membership this coming year (2011) will be a priority.

It was suggested to bring back the chef of the year dinner or chapter awards dinner with further discussion at a future meeting.

Molly mentioned fund raising events the chapter should consider this coming year. The most popular were silent auctions, restaurant feud, chefs on parade, and high-end raffles. This subject will be explored at a future meeting.

Neil suggested the chapter hold a golf tournament to raise funds for the chapter general fund and the charities we support during the year. Extensive discussion took place with the emphasis put on having a tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Somersworth N.H.

The cost would be $100 to $150 per player. Additional funds generated by tee and green sponsorship. A main sponsor for the whole tournament would provide basic funding for the extras needed to sponsor a tournament such as a hole in one prize or a new car. Skill shots would also generate more money as the golfers rounded the course and took chances on making shots. A special Las Vegas hole would let a player double his money if he makes a certain shot. Running a skins game as a 50/50 game where half the money is for prizes and the other half for general funds. Molly mentioned this would be a good time to have silent auctions, raffle items, and a few large prizes or prize. Perrin mentioned a banquet or high-end barbecue would be served after golfing. While the details will be presented at the February meeting, this is a very worthy project. There are a few chapter members with country club and golf experience to help make it a success.

Motion made by Doug to have a golf tournament at the Oaks this coming fall.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Neil will provide more information at the February meeting and a committee of seven members will be formed to work on the event. We will use the chapter website and Face book to promote the event immediately with details to follow.

With no other business to be conducted, Perrin called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Motion made by Norm to adjourn the meeting.

            2^nd by Neil     Passed

The next meeting will take place at Portsmouth High School Monday February 7 at 6:30pm.

ACF Meeting

Monday March 7, 2011

Bintliff’s Restaurant

Ogunquit, Maine

            A special thank you to Chef Balch for his demo and food he brought for us to sample. He is the consumate Chef/Farmer. He makes from plate to table a simple task not a great adventure. Thank you chef for your time and talents!

            Meeting called to order at 8:03pm.

Introductions were made by all attending, before old business conducted.

MOTION made to accept the minutes of the February meeting.

               Motion by Norm             2^nd by Marty                        PASSED

MOTION made to accept the Treasurers report.

            Motion by Todd                  2^nd Neil                      PASSED

ACF NATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE

Perrin listed the correspondence from ACF National. If you are not getting any information from National, you need to upgrade your personal data on their website. With national elections in May, it is important you upgrade your email address to receive your ballot.

GOLF TOURNAMENT REPORT

Neil presented two workbooks provided by The Oaks Golf Club. They contain all the details to have a successful tournament designed to make money. The goal of the chapter is to fill 144 spots on tournament day with the minimum being 100. We may receive a free membership for 2012 if we signup over 100 for the tournament. It was suggested by Neil we raffle off the membership to raise extra money.

There will be a golf committee formed to insure the success of our tournament. Seven members are needed. If you are interested, please contact Perrin and he will give you more information. This committee will hold separate meetings then report to the general members every month.

The chapter website will post the changes as more information is finalized by the golf committee.

It was suggested we have a hole in one contest as a raffle for extra money along with a skins game. Details will be forthcoming. The format will be a scramble with shotgun start at 9:30am 9/19/11.

The primary goal is to get a main sponsor for the tournament. Each member should also try to get at least one team to enter.

By April, more details will be available.

BY-LAWS

            Perrin sent an email to all members soliciting comments about our current by-laws and the changes needed to upgrade our chapter to National compliance.

This matter will be discussed further at next month’s meeting.

SCHOLARSHIPS

            As of the writing of these minutes, no scholarship applications have been received. The deadline is April 1. It was decided to reconnect with area schools and remind them of the two scholarships available. Applications may be downloaded off our website.

CHAPTER CERTTIFICATION EXAM

            Perrin will have more information about our chapter hosting practical exams in May or June at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter.

CHEFS ON PARADE

            Charlie Casey will get a date in November so we may have a fall fundraiser at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Details will be forthcoming.

NEW BUSINESS

            There was no new business but the following announcements were made.

Jon Willis will run the next meeting at the York Harbor Inn.

MOTION made to adjourn the meeting.

            Motion by Neil        2^nd Norm                   PASSED

ACF Piscataqua Meeting Minutes

Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth, N.H.

Monday February 7, 2011

6:35pm Perrin called for order and presented the educational portion of the evening which was smoking, curing and basic charcuterie. Pictures of the event are available on our Events & Photos page of the website. After the seminar, we enjoyed a bountiful meal featuring the smoked pastrami, bacon, and Pieds de cochon. A hearty thank you to Chef Perrin and his culinary students who helped prepare and serve the meal.

7:45pm the Business meeting called to order by Chef Perrin Long. First order of business was acceptance of the Secretaries minutes from January meeting.

MOTION made by Marty to accept minutes as written. Second by Norm PASSED

Treasurer’s Report given by Marty indicated we have funds spread out in four different accounts. One account being in the state of Maine, which will be controlled by the Maine Banking Assn. unless, we show activity to the account. Maine banking laws state any account not showing activity for 1 year is subject to control by the state with eventual transfer of funds to the state.

Discussion followed with the following being proposed.

MOTION made by Neil to move Hoc An Scholarship money into the general fund and close the

            Account in the Maine bank. Second by Norm PASSED

MOTION by Gerry to accept the Treasurer’s report. Second by Bill PASSED

Monthly correspondence included a letter from Regional ACF Vice President Bill Tillinghast about the upcoming educational forum in September 2011 in Albany, N.Y.

            The “Be like Mike” contest is accepting applications from students. All apps should be forwarded to the ACF National office in Florida.

            ACF Candidate Messages are delivered via email, as National elections are upcoming this spring. Ballots will be distributed and tabulated by an independent agency.

OLD BUSINESS

            William Vasvary will handle the duties of chapter secretary on an interim basis through June and possibly next fall until a permanent candidate emerges from the ranks.

            The Scholarship forms are posted on our website page and downloadable. The committee reports no scholarships have been submitted to date.

            The website is up and running. By the next meeting, we will have a link to Face Book and expand our networking capabilities.

NEW BUSINESS

            The Restaurant Feud was discussed in detail as a possible fundraising event by and for the chapter. Charlie provided three Sunday dates available in March-April at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Cost would be $15 per person with doors open @4pm and the feud start @5pm.

After a lengthy discussion of how to move forward with chapter fundraising, the following was proposed. We would have a November fundraiser called “Chef’s on Parade”. The name of the event is subject to change later. St. James Episcopal Church in Portsmouth will be offered the opportunity to sell tickets to the event and make a commission on every ticket they sell. The percentage of monies given to the church and chapter has yet to be negotiated. Perrin will contact the church and handle negotiations. As ticket sales being the only item negotiated, the chapter would keep all funds raised by Chef Live Auctions and donated gifts for raffles. Cost per ticket would be around $25 per person. The location will be the Regatta Room in Eliot, ME. Charlie Casey will obtain a date and report in March. No motion was made but the chapter was in favor of proceeding with this project.

            The chapter needs to comply with ACF National issues with regard to a New Tax ID, Articles of Incorporation, and updated By-Laws. It was decided to email all members a copy of the By-Laws for their inspection. If any members have comments or suggestions, they should email them to Perrin. This is being done in lieu of a committee. No time limit was given for compliance but the chapter will comply in a timely manner.

            Perrin will attend the Western Regional Conference, as it will not interfere with his teaching assignments at school. As Jon Willis will attend the upcoming Northeast Conference in Columbus, OH, he will be proxy for Perrin at all meetings where chapter attendance is required. Jon has accepted the assignment.

            Airfare to the west regional and room charges will be paid by the chapter to Perrin when receipts are submitted. Other sources will pay for his registration to the conference.

            It was suggested by Perrin the chapter sponsor a Certification Test at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter for late May or early June. The event will be on Saturday. All costs will be calculated so the chapter does not lose money. Perrin will coordinate the entire event but needs a CEC to volunteer and be Test Administrator for the day. This idea met with approval by the chapter. More details will be forthcoming at the March meeting.

            Golf tournament plans are taking shape. Neil has confirmed our chapter will sponsor a golf outing at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H. on Monday September 19, 2011. It will consist of a 9am shotgun start. Neil is heading the golf committee and needs six other volunteers to help make it a success. A rousing discussion took place with the following suggestions. “Slicing for Scholarships” is the official title of our event. The cost will be approximately $125 per person. Greens and Tee sponsors will be solicited along with a grand sponsor. There will be casino type wagering on certain holes along with various skill shots to raise extra money. The menu details will be forthcoming before we adjourn for the summer at the June meeting.

The goal is to get 144 players. At the March meeting, more details will be shared with the membership. Prizes for raffles, selling mulligans, and a 50/50 are some additional ways to raise money on the day of the tournament. Neil discussed pro shop credit to obtain additional gifts based on the amount of golfers we can sign up.

MOTION made by Norm to have the chapter sponsor a golf tournament at The Oaks on

            September 19, 2011. Second by Marty PASSED

            With no other business to be discussed by the membership Perrin called for a motion to adjourn and reminded all, the March meeting will be at Bintliff’s in Ogunquit, Maine on

Monday March 7.

MOTION made by Norm to adjourn the meeting. Second by Marty PASSED

Piscataqua Chapter Meeting Minutes
Wentworth by the Sea
Newcastle, N.H.

Monday January 3, 2011

6:37pm Perrin called the meeting to order and introduced Chef Bill Barcikowski who gave a demonstration on preserving salt cod and preparing salt cod recipes. In attendance were 11 members. Emily Hill was introduced by Perrin as a new member formerly a student now working as a sous chef in the area. Chef Barcikowski’s recipes & procedures along with samples of food were made available. The demonstration concluded at 7:10pm

The Marriott Staff served a light supper prepared by the Wentworth culinary team.

Business meeting called to order at 7:45pm as Perrin led the pledge of allegiance.

Introductions of all attending took place with the following announcements. The swearing in of the new officers will take place at the February meeting as Jon Willis was not in attendance and the secretary position is still open.

Old Business

Perrin handed out the secretary’s report for December prior to the meeting start.

MOTION made by Molly to accept the secretary’s report from December meeting.

            2^nd by Norm        Passed

Molly announced that the chapter would have a Face book page that will have a linkup with the website and vice versa. She mentioned more people use Face book than most search engines such as Google.

Perrin announced that the website is back up and running with the address being the old www.acfpiscataqua.org. While the site is a work in process, we have a platform where others may learn of our chapter and all we provide on the seacoast.

Perrin mentioned he paid the yearly fees to get our website up and running which totaled $104.38 and will cover all website costs through December of 2011

MOTION made by Neil to reimburse Perrin the fees paid to get the website restarted.

            2^nd by Norm     Passed

Treasurer’s report given by Marty has $6979.39 in various accounts on hand in TD Bank North. The president and treasurer will visit the bank this week to sign new signature cards.

Motion made by Neil to accept the treasurer’s report.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Announcement made that the secretary position is still available and needs an occupant. For the interim attendees at meetings will collectively take notes.

Old Business continued with committee reports. The scholarship committee is the only one reporting their project of upgrading the application and award process.

Scholarship Committee

Applications accepted up until the deadline of April 1.

Rewording in application changes “2^nd year to 2^nd semester”.

Award checks made directly to school of choice not given to award recipient.

A search will start to find qualified applicants for the awards.

Distribution of applications to surrounding high schools and colleges via email will take place.

Applications will be guided towards Bintliffs Restaurant in care of Norm.

Committee of Norm, Molly, and Patty will have final decision on applications and making suggestions to the membership on disbursement of funds.

Details will come available on the websites new scholarship page.

New Business

National Secretary David Ivey Soto is requesting all chapters comply with ACF standards and submit their current articles of incorporation, tax-exempt certificate, direct deposit material, chapter by-laws. Perrin will handle this assignment to keep the chapter in good standing.

The ACF Northeast Regional Convention is in Columbus, OH March 20-23. Early registration deadline is February 4. All those wishing to attend may get additional information on the ACF website.

Perrin mentioned he would be attending the Western Regional in Scottsdale AZ as it is on a weekend and he will only miss two days of school instead of four if he went to Columbus, OH.

No motion needed and his idea met with approval by the membership.

It was decided that Vice President Jon Willis would represent the chapter in Columbus at the general session with regard to any motions or chapter business.

The chapter by-laws are available to chapter members on line as they are in jpeg format and easily accessible for download.

Neil mentioned the by-laws were in the process of being changed but the process is on hold due to non-compliance with the existing by-laws. A quorum of 20% or 2/3 majority of those members present at a special meeting after sufficient notice (2 months) sent to all members.

This process will be on going and a new committee formed to revise the by-laws.

An updated membership list is compiled and available to all of the membership.

Perrin and Marty will work on a chapter budget for the coming year. Details will be forthcoming at a future meeting.

It was mentioned that chapter members in good standing might attend regional conferences with registration paid by the chapter. This policy will be reviewed and revised later.

Increasing the chapter membership this coming year (2011) will be a priority.

It was suggested to bring back the chef of the year dinner or chapter awards dinner with further discussion at a future meeting.

Molly mentioned fund raising events the chapter should consider this coming year. The most popular were silent auctions, restaurant feud, chefs on parade, and high-end raffles. This subject will be explored at a future meeting.

Neil suggested the chapter hold a golf tournament to raise funds for the chapter general fund and the charities we support during the year. Extensive discussion took place with the emphasis put on having a tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Somersworth N.H.

The cost would be $100 to $150 per player. Additional funds generated by tee and green sponsorship. A main sponsor for the whole tournament would provide basic funding for the extras needed to sponsor a tournament such as a hole in one prize or a new car. Skill shots would also generate more money as the golfers rounded the course and took chances on making shots. A special Las Vegas hole would let a player double his money if he makes a certain shot. Running a skins game as a 50/50 game where half the money is for prizes and the other half for general funds. Molly mentioned this would be a good time to have silent auctions, raffle items, and a few large prizes or prize. Perrin mentioned a banquet or high-end barbecue would be served after golfing. While the details will be presented at the February meeting, this is a very worthy project. There are a few chapter members with country club and golf experience to help make it a success.

Motion made by Doug to have a golf tournament at the Oaks this coming fall.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Neil will provide more information at the February meeting and a committee of seven members will be formed to work on the event. We will use the chapter website and Face book to promote the event immediately with details to follow.

With no other business to be conducted, Perrin called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Motion made by Norm to adjourn the meeting.

            2^nd by Neil     Passed

The next meeting will take place at Portsmouth High School Monday February 7 at 6:30pm.

Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth, N.H.

Monday February 7, 2011

6:35pm Perrin called for order and presented the educational portion of the evening which was smoking, curing and basic charcuterie. Pictures of the event are available on our Events & Photos page of the website. After the seminar, we enjoyed a bountiful meal featuring the smoked pastrami, bacon, and Pieds de cochon. A hearty thank you to Chef Perrin and his culinary students who helped prepare and serve the meal.

7:45pm the Business meeting called to order by Chef Perrin Long. First order of business was acceptance of the Secretaries minutes from January meeting.

MOTION made by Marty to accept minutes as written. Second by Norm PASSED

Treasurer’s Report given by Marty indicated we have funds spread out in four different accounts. One account being in the state of Maine, which will be controlled by the Maine Banking Assn. unless, we show activity to the account. Maine banking laws state any account not showing activity for 1 year is subject to control by the state with eventual transfer of funds to the state.

Discussion followed with the following being proposed.

MOTION made by Neil to move Hoc An Scholarship money into the general fund and close the

            Account in the Maine bank. Second by Norm PASSED

MOTION by Gerry to accept the Treasurer’s report. Second by Bill PASSED

Monthly correspondence included a letter from Regional ACF Vice President Bill Tillinghast about the upcoming educational forum in September 2011 in Albany, N.Y.

            The “Be like Mike” contest is accepting applications from students. All apps should be forwarded to the ACF National office in Florida.

            ACF Candidate Messages are delivered via email, as National elections are upcoming this spring. Ballots will be distributed and tabulated by an independent agency.

OLD BUSINESS

            William Vasvary will handle the duties of chapter secretary on an interim basis through June and possibly next fall until a permanent candidate emerges from the ranks.

            The Scholarship forms are posted on our website page and downloadable. The committee reports no scholarships have been submitted to date.

            The website is up and running. By the next meeting, we will have a link to Face Book and expand our networking capabilities.

NEW BUSINESS

            The Restaurant Feud was discussed in detail as a possible fundraising event by and for the chapter. Charlie provided three Sunday dates available in March-April at the Regatta Room in Eliot, Maine. Cost would be $15 per person with doors open @4pm and the feud start @5pm.

After a lengthy discussion of how to move forward with chapter fundraising, the following was proposed. We would have a November fundraiser called “Chef’s on Parade”. The name of the event is subject to change later. St. James Episcopal Church in Portsmouth will be offered the opportunity to sell tickets to the event and make a commission on every ticket they sell. The percentage of monies given to the church and chapter has yet to be negotiated. Perrin will contact the church and handle negotiations. As ticket sales being the only item negotiated, the chapter would keep all funds raised by Chef Live Auctions and donated gifts for raffles. Cost per ticket would be around $25 per person. The location will be the Regatta Room in Eliot, ME. Charlie Casey will obtain a date and report in March. No motion was made but the chapter was in favor of proceeding with this project.

            The chapter needs to comply with ACF National issues with regard to a New Tax ID, Articles of Incorporation, and updated By-Laws. It was decided to email all members a copy of the By-Laws for their inspection. If any members have comments or suggestions, they should email them to Perrin. This is being done in lieu of a committee. No time limit was given for compliance but the chapter will comply in a timely manner.

            Perrin will attend the Western Regional Conference, as it will not interfere with his teaching assignments at school. As Jon Willis will attend the upcoming Northeast Conference in Columbus, OH, he will be proxy for Perrin at all meetings where chapter attendance is required. Jon has accepted the assignment.

            Airfare to the west regional and room charges will be paid by the chapter to Perrin when receipts are submitted. Other sources will pay for his registration to the conference.

            It was suggested by Perrin the chapter sponsor a Certification Test at the Seacoast School of Technology in Exeter for late May or early June. The event will be on Saturday. All costs will be calculated so the chapter does not lose money. Perrin will coordinate the entire event but needs a CEC to volunteer and be Test Administrator for the day. This idea met with approval by the chapter. More details will be forthcoming at the March meeting.

            Golf tournament plans are taking shape. Neil has confirmed our chapter will sponsor a golf outing at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H. on Monday September 19, 2011. It will consist of a 9am shotgun start. Neil is heading the golf committee and needs six other volunteers to help make it a success. A rousing discussion took place with the following suggestions. “Slicing for Scholarships” is the official title of our event. The cost will be approximately $125 per person. Greens and Tee sponsors will be solicited along with a grand sponsor. There will be casino type wagering on certain holes along with various skill shots to raise extra money. The menu details will be forthcoming before we adjourn for the summer at the June meeting.

The goal is to get 144 players. At the March meeting, more details will be shared with the membership. Prizes for raffles, selling mulligans, and a 50/50 are some additional ways to raise money on the day of the tournament. Neil discussed pro shop credit to obtain additional gifts based on the amount of golfers we can sign up.

MOTION made by Norm to have the chapter sponsor a golf tournament at The Oaks on

            September 19, 2011. Second by Marty PASSED

            With no other business to be discussed by the membership Perrin called for a motion to adjourn and reminded all, the March meeting will be at Bintliff’s in Ogunquit, Maine on

Monday March 7.

MOTION made by Norm to adjourn the meeting. Second by Marty PASSED

Monday January 3, 2011

6:37pm Perrin called the meeting to order and introduced Chef Bill Barcikowski who gave a demonstration on preserving salt cod and preparing salt cod recipes. In attendance were 11 members. Emily Hill was introduced by Perrin as a new member formerly a student now working as a sous chef in the area. Chef Barcikowski’s recipes & procedures along with samples of food were made available. The demonstration concluded at 7:10pm

The Marriott Staff served a light supper prepared by the Wentworth culinary team.

Business meeting called to order at 7:45pm as Perrin led the pledge of allegiance.

Introductions of all attending took place with the following announcements. The swearing in of the new officers will take place at the February meeting as Jon Willis was not in attendance and the secretary position is still open.

Old Business

Perrin handed out the secretary’s report for December prior to the meeting start.

MOTION made by Molly to accept the secretary’s report from December meeting.

            2^nd by Norm        Passed

Molly announced that the chapter would have a Face book page that will have a linkup with the website and vice versa. She mentioned more people use Face book than most search engines such as Google.

Perrin announced that the website is back up and running with the address being the old www.acfpiscataqua.org. While the site is a work in process, we have a platform where others may learn of our chapter and all we provide on the seacoast.

Perrin mentioned he paid the yearly fees to get our website up and running which totaled $104.38 and will cover all website costs through December of 2011

MOTION made by Neil to reimburse Perrin the fees paid to get the website restarted.

            2^nd by Norm     Passed

Treasurer’s report given by Marty has $6979.39 in various accounts on hand in TD Bank North. The president and treasurer will visit the bank this week to sign new signature cards.

Motion made by Neil to accept the treasurer’s report.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Announcement made that the secretary position is still available and needs an occupant. For the interim attendees at meetings will collectively take notes.

Old Business continued with committee reports. The scholarship committee is the only one reporting their project of upgrading the application and award process.

Scholarship Committee

Applications accepted up until the deadline of April 1.

Rewording in application changes “2^nd year to 2^nd semester”.

Award checks made directly to school of choice not given to award recipient.

A search will start to find qualified applicants for the awards.

Distribution of applications to surrounding high schools and colleges via email will take place.

Applications will be guided towards Bintliffs Restaurant in care of Norm.

Committee of Norm, Molly, and Patty will have final decision on applications and making suggestions to the membership on disbursement of funds.

Details will come available on the websites new scholarship page.

New Business

National Secretary David Ivey Soto is requesting all chapters comply with ACF standards and submit their current articles of incorporation, tax-exempt certificate, direct deposit material, chapter by-laws. Perrin will handle this assignment to keep the chapter in good standing.

The ACF Northeast Regional Convention is in Columbus, OH March 20-23. Early registration deadline is February 4. All those wishing to attend may get additional information on the ACF website.

Perrin mentioned he would be attending the Western Regional in Scottsdale AZ as it is on a weekend and he will only miss two days of school instead of four if he went to Columbus, OH.

No motion needed and his idea met with approval by the membership.

It was decided that Vice President Jon Willis would represent the chapter in Columbus at the general session with regard to any motions or chapter business.

The chapter by-laws are available to chapter members on line as they are in jpeg format and easily accessible for download.

Neil mentioned the by-laws were in the process of being changed but the process is on hold due to non-compliance with the existing by-laws. A quorum of 20% or 2/3 majority of those members present at a special meeting after sufficient notice (2 months) sent to all members.

This process will be on going and a new committee formed to revise the by-laws.

An updated membership list is compiled and available to all of the membership.

Perrin and Marty will work on a chapter budget for the coming year. Details will be forthcoming at a future meeting.

It was mentioned that chapter members in good standing might attend regional conferences with registration paid by the chapter. This policy will be reviewed and revised later.

Increasing the chapter membership this coming year (2011) will be a priority.

It was suggested to bring back the chef of the year dinner or chapter awards dinner with further discussion at a future meeting.

Molly mentioned fund raising events the chapter should consider this coming year. The most popular were silent auctions, restaurant feud, chefs on parade, and high-end raffles. This subject will be explored at a future meeting.

Neil suggested the chapter hold a golf tournament to raise funds for the chapter general fund and the charities we support during the year. Extensive discussion took place with the emphasis put on having a tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Somersworth N.H.

The cost would be $100 to $150 per player. Additional funds generated by tee and green sponsorship. A main sponsor for the whole tournament would provide basic funding for the extras needed to sponsor a tournament such as a hole in one prize or a new car. Skill shots would also generate more money as the golfers rounded the course and took chances on making shots. A special Las Vegas hole would let a player double his money if he makes a certain shot. Running a skins game as a 50/50 game where half the money is for prizes and the other half for general funds. Molly mentioned this would be a good time to have silent auctions, raffle items, and a few large prizes or prize. Perrin mentioned a banquet or high-end barbecue would be served after golfing. While the details will be presented at the February meeting, this is a very worthy project. There are a few chapter members with country club and golf experience to help make it a success.

Motion made by Doug to have a golf tournament at the Oaks this coming fall.

            2^nd by Molly     Passed

Neil will provide more information at the February meeting and a committee of seven members will be formed to work on the event. We will use the chapter website and Face book to promote the event immediately with details to follow.

With no other business to be conducted, Perrin called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Motion made by Norm to adjourn the meeting.

            2^nd by Neil     Passed

The next meeting will take place at Portsmouth High School Monday February 7 at 6:30pm.

 

ACF Piscataqua Chapter  Minutes for December 6, 2010 Abenaqui Country Club Host Chef Jon Willis

 

6:45 President Jodi Holihan opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and introductions.

Secretary’s Report, Report not available Ted was absent at the last meeting. Notes were taken by a collective few and need to be presented.

Treasurer’s Report, Todd gave an update for the chapter’s accounts. A motion by Molly to accept the report was second by Norm and passed.

Correspondence

• New Outlook teen Center in Exeter is looking for volunteers.
• Dates and Places for Regional and National Conventions were announced.

Sub Committee Report

• Discussion continues about the Scholarship Application process. Changes are needed to market the scholarship to nontraditional students. Criteria should include not only a GPA but also, “Solid Academic Performance”. Molly and Norm will meet to confirm criteria and present at the January meeting.

Old Business

• Perrin explained St John’s Church in Portsmouth is willing to Co-Host a fundraiser event. The church sells tickets well and is willing to split the proceeds with the chapter for providing food.
• Jodi is working with the Hampton Chamber of Commerce to promote “Experience Hampton” and suggested that the Restaurant Feud could be promoted along with “Experience Hampton”. Details are still in planning.

New Business

• Ron Boucher presented an idea of a monthly dinner open to the public prior to our business meeting. Patrons would be excited and willing to pay for a dinner prepared by ACF Chefs. Proceeds would be collected for the General Fund.
• Molly asked if the Chapter was interested in forming a Face Book Page. Jodi motioned to have Molly head up this opportunity, second by Todd and passed.
• Jon Willis suggested an idea to offer a discount for new Junior Members.
• Discussion about a new format for the monthly meeting led to the ideas of Chef Mentoring, dinners to the public, educational events. In general looking for ways to market a “value added” concept to the chapter.
•  Results from voting, President- Perrin Long, Vice President- Jon Willis, Treasurer-Marty Kehler and a write in for Secretary-Carl Patton.

 Next meeting is Monday January 3, 2011 at Wentworth by the Sea Hotel at 6:30.

Motion to adjourn by Molly and second by Norm was passed by the membership

Minutes submitted by Secretary Ted McCormack of Harvesting Hermit.