A. 35+: Teams in attendance stated that they were returning with some looking for

players. Jim mentioned that there was the possibility of adding one more team. He

also asked that they consider the possibility of playing on a Friday or Sunday for

make-up games (depending on field availability).

B. 25+: All teams reported that they were returning. There will also be (3) new teams

added (Phillies, A’s and Yankees). Mike Vogel motioned to accept the new teams, Ritchie White seconded, all were in favor.

C. Divisions: With the addition of (3) new teams Jim mentioned that they would be placed in the American Division (making that division 11 teams) and the National Division would have 6 teams with the Brewers moving down. He also suggested because of the large number of teams in the American division that they could be split up to form a Central Division. More will be discussed about this at the next meeting.

D. Interleague Play: Jim mentioned that the National Division has won the majority of the games that have been played and would like to do away with this. More will be discussed about this at the next meeting.

E. Baseballs: Jim informed everyone that the price for baseballs is going up. All were in favor of using the same baseball even with the minimal price increase per dozen.

F. Fields: We will continue to use the same fields that we have been in years past. Although there was mention (from the Brewers) to no longer use Falmouth HS as it is not properly cared for once school is no longer in session. A question was raised about the possibility of still using USM. Jim said that he would check with Mike Sawyer on this or contact the Athletic Director at USM. Jim also mentioned that he will be contacting Tom Lachance to see if there is a possibility of getting games at the old Ballpark in OOB. Follow-up will be given at the next meeting.

G. Insurance: The price for Liability/Medical Insurance for the league will remain the same ($200/team which is included in the team fees). Terri will also put together an information sheet and attach it with a copy of the claim form which will to be given to players when they have an injury. This will be handed out and discussed at a future meeting.

H. Age exemption: Though not in attendance, Clair Crandall sent an email to Jim to bring this up for discussion. Clair is requesting to allow (1) 24-yr old son/sibling/relative to play with their father/sibling/relative but they would not be allowed to pitch. After much discussion on this subject it was decided to table this until the next meeting so Clair can explain more to the Board and team reps.

I. Playing Rules: The 8-player minimum rule was revisited for the 25+ division. Being a trial-rule in 2009, Jim mentioned that he would like to see it continue and made permanent as it did save at least 3-4 games from being forfeited. After lengthy discussion it was decided that the rule would remain.

J. Evaluation Day: Jim mentioned that there a very few players on the Player Pool List and that it would not be necessary to have a “workout” day for team reps to see prospective players.

K. Rosters/Waivers: 14 player roster minimum. Form must be completed in alphabetical order and turned in prior to the start of the season. Waivers should also accompany the Roster. However, any waivers that are not turned in prior to the season need to be initialed by the opposing team manager and mailed within (3) days to the league Secretary. Also, any players added after your initial roster is turned in, it is required that the waiver be turned in prior to the player playing in a game along with the $50 added player fee if your roster is above 15 players. If this cannot be done prior to the game, then the opposing manager needs to initial the waiver and it (along with the $50 player fee) must be mailed within (3) days to the league Secretray.

L. Any other new business: