TRĀL MONTHLY MEETING

March 14, 2010

In Attendance: Rich Smith, Amy Racki, Deborah Mayo, Stacy Logan, Don Covert, Stephen Corder, Perri Bachini, Bob Theobald

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Rich Smith.

Area Updates

Mesquite – Rich reported that the signs are back up at Mesquite after our very successful work day in conjunction with the Rock Stars Motorcycle Club.  Allen Cross got the top rail installed on the posts, effectively completing the fence section in the wash leading into the Hanging Gardens.  Signs have been installed along the FR-160 route from Mesquite to Rocker Panel Pass as well.

Pobrecito

·         The kids riding area will be a main focus after the Travel Management Plan is published later this year 

·         Grant for trail maintenance

·         Re-vegetation on hill climbs

·         Directional signs at staging area

·         Group project – analyze what needs to be done to direct OHV users

Bulldog East & West – There was no update available this month.

New Projects   

Training – Amy said there will be First Aid, CPR, Radio, Spot Locator, and Fire training available soon.  There will also be ATV and motorcycle training.

Open Discussion

Rich reported that TRĀL has received it’s 501(c)3 status from the IRS, which means we are now legally a tax exempt organization.

The “Friends of TRĀL” donation program is making progress.  Donations will be made through the TRĀL website using PayPal.  We will be asking for a $25.00 minimum donation.  “Friend of TRĀL”  support stickers will be sent to donors in addition to some discount coupons from retailers.  We have Rocky Mountain ATV/MC as a sponsor and are working with Cycle Gear.  We need to finish up support from a couple of 4WD sponsors as well.

Travel Management Update

The Forest Service is reviewing comments and preparing alternatives, which should be completed by summer 2010.  They are on schedule for maps to be completed by the end of 2010. 

With no other business to address, the meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM