ANNOUNCEMENT & REPORT 

1. There was a proposal by Javid to give total authority to the Tournament Directors (TD) including member disciplinary actions. This was discussed by the Board and by majority vote of 6 to 1, the Board disagreed with his proposal and decided NOT to allow TD to deal with disciplinary actions decisions. Therefore TDs will have full autonomy to lead tournaments, except anything having to do with Disciplinary Actions. If an incident with a member occurs, it is the responsibility of the Tournament Director to gather all the facts and submit it in writing to the Board. He/she can make recommendations for action, but it is ONLY the Board by majority vote, that can determine SDTTA Members disciplinary actions.

2-What is the entry fee for Members to the SD Open?

*The Board considered the options and agreed to follow the same practice as we have done in previous years. No preferential treatment to any group to avoid confusion and to have an equal playing field in all aspects of the Tournament with the visitors. The vote was one vote 

In favor of making changes versus 6 votes against changing the practices.

3- Regarding the Javid’s proposal about the Hotels.

*Board agreed to allow and communicate to the participants of any Hotel that offers special prices or amenities during the tournament, but we do not want to take responsibility with any Hotel in particular. If a Hotels offers advantages to the participants we would be willing to let them know, but not to recommend. Votes were 6 in favor 1 absent. It was also suggested that if Javid knows of a Hotel that offers advantages to let us and the tournament director know as Tawny will be staying at a Hotel also.

4- Establishing committees. 

The establishment of committees is described as part of the by laws. at this point we are planning to develop committees for the SD Open and George (Kennedy) will have an active role as well as the other Board members. At a minimum we need committees for:

5- Old and damaged barriers were replaced. Thanks to Javid, George and Ahmad Hosseini participated in this effort. Awesome!!!

6- Regarding Setting up Tables and returning the Tables and Barriers to Storage Room please exercise care and caution ( Table position & alignment, set up nets, clean tables, etc)

 Please Refrain from Bringing Food, Beverages, and Miscellaneous Items (Plates, Forks, Knives, Napkins, etc.) into Gym Areas.

7- Please Support our Tournament Directors to ensure the Thursday and Sunday RR operations run smoothly,

8- At the end of the day, please ensure our member’s assistant performs the Teardown and Cleaning, which includes putting tables/nets away and cleaning the flooring, etc.

9- Implement Zelle payment – Ruben will be responsible to implement Zelle. He will update during the next meeting in April.

10- Dolly options proposed 

by Javid,

Board decided for Javid to continue his analysis and bring preferred recommendations to the Board during the next meeting including cost analysis and demonstration.

11- Picking up barriers – 

The board decided that Member awareness needs to continue and believe that members taking ownership and and putting tables and barriers away is the most inclusive alternative to promote collaboration.  we need to continue to emphasize that this is membership responsibility.

12- George is doing a great job with the media options.

13- Javid already send a emails to past Board members  to express our sincere gratitude and acknowledgement to our former Board Members who served in the past, recognizing that upon becoming a Board Member,

Although he did not secure our approval, 

We appreciate his initiative to thank past board members on our behalf.

Salt Creek Recreational Center is open to table tennis players Mondays/Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 1145am and Tuesdays from 6 to 745pm. It is located at 2710 Otay Lakes Rd . Chula Vista, Ca 91915. There are 6 tables to use.

Club with be closed from March1 to March 16 due to rummage sale/science fair.

Meeting Minutes, 2-11-2025~6:08p.m.

Attendees; Behnam, Patty, and George present, Ahmed,Ruben and Sunil on conference call,Javid not present,

ANNOUNCEMENT & REPORT

1- Financial Report by 

Ruben Guilloty treasurer, SDTTA Board of Directors presented and reviewed the financial report, which was subsequently approved.

2- Behnam proposed that we should change the name to honor Patty Martinez by dedicating her name to the San Diego Open, “Paddy Martinez San Diego Open”.

Paddle Palace will still sponsor our tournament.

The response was affirmative, with 

6 votes in favor.

3- Patty attempted to contact Tawny regarding Patty Martinez San Diego Open couldn’t reach and no answer she’ll try later,

In addition, Patty will encourage other members from Tawny to participate to ensure a smooth operation.

4- Paddle Palace provide balls / gift certificates to SDTTA On Patty Martinez San Diego Open,

5- In addition to 

“Patty Martinez San Diego Open”Ruben inquired, “Are there any activities we should engage in at this time?” 

Vote 6:0 to provide complimentary pizza and water, including ice, paper napkins, and plates.

6- The San Diego Open is already available on Omni Pong.

6:34 Meeting concludes.

We just received this email from Luis. Some of our members still leave barriers at the end of the day on the gym floor. This will have consequences for all of us. If you love to come to Balboa and enjoy this magnificent facility at a unheard of fee of $50/year, Please make sure tables and barriers are all put away. Thanks. SDTTA .

“Good morning everyone, Unfortunately the barriers were left out again.  This is becoming a bigger problem than it needs to be.  I have a couple of solutions if the barriers cannot be put away properly.

• Option 1:  Moving the cart for the barriers to the SDTTA storage room and not storing any barriers in the gym area.
• Option 2:  Not having Table Tennis on Sundays, so we can avoid this problem all together.
• Option 3:  Have one responsible member of SDTTA to stay until the end of the day to ensure everything is put away correctly.

There are a lot of organizations that are looking for court time.  If we bring in another organization to use that space on Sundays, it will be very difficult to get that time back”. 

Luis Ignacio

Coach Zaman conducted a free group training class for our players on Monday night 1/27/25 from 5-7pm. there was a huge turn out and Our club members enjoyed and learned many points to improve their games. He may be available for private lessons. for more info contact Zaman at 818 404 2252.

Attendees; Behnam, Patty, Ahmed and George present, (Dennis present not a board member, Javid,Ruben and Sunil on conference call

1-End of year 2024 SDTTA Financial Summary by Ruben,
Last Year’s Financial Audit was conducted independently by Salam and no deviations were identified. All expenses, deposits and bank transactions fully matched with the current SDTTA activities. No deviations were identified
The CD, approved and renewed by the Board, with Chase as well.

2- The Annual Picnic on
2,8,2025, will be organized by Dennis.
He will pick up pizza and drinks. We will start at 12 and end by 1pm
The Board would like to extend an invitation to all members and their families, should they wish to attend.

3- Behnam and George have signed up 140 members and updated their status in the first 14 days of January.

4- In January, please note that there will be no Monday Night Group Training Class as Javid will be out of the country visiting his family. Meanwhile, Behnam has asked International coach called Zaman to conduct group training. He gracefully has agreed to help with our intermediate and advanced players. Coaching date is January 27th 5-7pm.

5- Javid mentioned that, with regard to the Multibal Robot used in the Monday Night Group Training Class, the Board is more than welcome to utilize or store it in our storage room,
Actually make it easier for him instead of carrying it every single Mondays.
Although it was noted that the storage room lacked sufficient space for additional items during the last inspection.

DISCUSSION & DECISION

6- The San Diego Open is scheduled for May 24th and 25th .Following the success of the last tournament, the Board has decided to continue working with the same Tournament Director. The response was affirmative, with 7 votes in favor.

7- Broken Barriers & Nets Replacement.
Proposed by Javid,
Voted: Yes-7 No-0

8- Putting away the tables, barriers, and enforcement by board members, with warnings issued to those who ignore the rules by the end of the day on weekdays and weekends.
The front desk has informed the board that this issue predominantly occurs on Sundays and Fridays.
Failure to do so, could result in a loss of hours for the club.
Voted: Yes-7, No-0.

9- Javid needs practice Balls for Monday Night Classes.
Yes-7 No-0

10- Big Dolly at the end of the gym needs replacement to facilitate barrier placement and minimize damage. Javid mentioned that big Dolly is not safe and most barriers are broken due to this,Proposed dolly by Javid does not satisfy our requirements. we need to look for a dolly that has side rails.
Voted: Yes 1 No 6

11- Javid proposed to facilitate online payments for our members without incurring charges, we can set up Zelle using an additional phone line or email address linked to the SDTTA Board account.
Board decided, When Ruben comes back, he will check further into alternative payment method like Zelle,
Voted: Yes 7 No 0

12- George as Public Relation Director , will be in charge of Facebook/Instagram for our club. Board members can offer insight/ideas to improve the page.
Voted: Yes 7 No 0

13- Javid proposed would like permission to contact Miramar College Facility to schedule dates for the 2nd SDTTA CLUB, as an alternative to Balboa in case of closures or for easier access for North County area members and prospective members.
Behnam mentioned, exposes our club to more liability/ insurance and need for supervision and Motion denied.
Voted: Yes 1 No 6

14- Ahmed proposed to stop using the clubs money to earn interest in a CD from Chase Bank.
Voted: Yes 1 No 6

Sincerely
Javid Khazaeli
Secretary SDTTA Board of Directors