No Images? Click here Board of Directors Meeting March 14th, 2019 | 9:00 AM Idaho Wine Commission Office | 821 West State Street | Boise, Idaho 83702 Present Board: Mike Williamson, Williamson Vineyards; Jake Cragin, Skyline Vineyard; Crystal Potter, Potter Wines; Earl Sullivan, Telaya Wine Co.; Greg Koenig, Koenig Vineyards Commission: Moya Dolsby, Brenna Christison and Ashlee Struble Commission Via Google Hangouts: Sara Dirks Other: Roger Batt, Legislative Educator; Sheila Francis, Idaho Brewers United Call To Order Dolsby called the meeting to order at 9:06 AM. Dolsby welcomed everyone to the March Board Meeting and showed videos that were recently made about the industry for future promotional material. Approval of Minutes Dolsby presented the January 2019 Board Meeting Minutes. With no need for discussion, Potter moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded. Motion carries. Sheila Francis entered the meeting Legislative Report Legislative Educator, Roger Batt, gave a brief overview of house bill updates. Those included were:
Beer Commission Legislation was brought to the table late in the session for a beer commission to be formed. It was suggested that everyone who the legislation would impact needs to work together prior to the next Legislative Session to come up with a plan. Batt is going to take the lead to chair the meetings moving forward and include everyone. Wine Excise Tax Plan IWC needs to be proactive in this to make sure the IWC budget stays intact. Sullivan stressed the IWC needs to make sure it explains to the industry what could happen with excise tax loss and the possibility of excise tax raising. It was suggested the IWC write a letter to the industry explaining possible impact of a loss in funds and what would be needed to keep the budget whole. In addition, explaining how raising the wine excise tax could benefit the industry. TTB Rule Making on Wine Labels It’s being proposed by larger wineries in the country to weaken the AVA content standards by allowing references to AVAs on labels below the federal 85% minimum. WineAmerica has sent out information on getting in touch with your representatives and Batt will also reach out to our delegations to let them know. It was suggested by the board if wineries and growers have strong opinions they should reach out to their representatives. Treasure Valley Educational Ag Tour This event is held every other year. This year they are going to feature the wine and grape industry. Batt asked for a sponsorship from the IWC for this year’s tour. IWC plans to sponsor the bus and will be able to show our new videos on the bus. Roger Batt presented his 2019/2020 contract. With no need for discussion, Potter moved to approve Roger Batt’s contract as presented. Seconded. Motion carries. Financial Report Christison presented the January - February 2019 Financials. With no need for discussion, Potter moved to approve the January - February Financials as presented. Seconded. Motion carries. Christison presented the draft 2019-2020 budget to the Board. Christison highlighted updates to the budget so the Board was aware of changes. Board plans to approve this budget during the May 2019 meeting. Executive Director Report Membership/HR
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Vineyard Consultant
Annual Meeting 2019 – February 26th – 27th, 2019
Board had a discussion about the 2019 Annual Meeting and suggestions include:
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San Francisco Media Mission
Social Media & Website – October - November 2018
Discussion
Adjourn Sullivan moved to adjourn the meeting at 11:16 AM. Seconded. Motion carries. Respectfully Submitted, Ashlee Struble, Industry Relations, Idaho Wine Commission Next Board Meeting: May 16th, 2019 | 9 AM Idaho Wine Commission Office Join in for the Board Meeting! We have moved forward with a virtual meeting via Google Hangouts. You will just need a gmail account and let us know you would like to join so we can add you to the call. This way, you will be able to hear and see our presentation! |