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GREATER CHICAGO CAGE BIRD CLUB
APRIL 2015
In This Issue:
Bird Adoption Program
Meeting Minutes
Program: Dr. Ken Eisenberg, DVM
Parrot Reproduction and Diseases
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Greater Chicago Cage Bird Club
MISSION STATEMENT
This club is organized for the purpose and with the objective of improving the
methods of breeding better cage birds, to promote a more friendly feeling and to
set forth higher standards of conduct – to encourage honest dealings in all
business transactions among bird breeders and fanciers and with the public at
large – to hold annual exhibitions and open contests for the purpose of
comparison of all types of birds, determine the progress made, disseminate and
exchange information to all bird breeders and fanciers.
Meetings: 3rd Friday of each month
GCCBC Rescue/Adoption Center
starts at 8:00PM (no meeting in November;
204 S. Villa Ave.
December meeting 1st Sunday in December)
Villa Park, Illinois, 60181
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Alice Blayney
Gloria Abrahamian
Sandy Aker
Diana Federl
(630) 205-5409
(708) 431-3307
(630) 766-5339
(630) 253-3810
president@gccbc.org
vicepresident@gccbc.org
secretary@gccbc.org
treasurer@gccbc.org
Board of Directors: Rick Duffey, Janice Davis, Doris Shubert, Tony Valicenti, Michael
Bogert, Laura Mangrini, Joan Williams, and Debbie Rozich.
Adoption:
Band Secretary:
Editor:
Fair Manager:
Membership:
Show Manager:
Webmaster:
Club Historian:
Diana Federl
Diana Federl
Nancy Carlson
(630) 640-4924
(630) 253-3810
(708) 917-0319
Tony Valicenti
(847) 971-7580
Gloria Abrahamian (708) 431-3307
Gloria Abrahamian (708) 431-3307
adoption@gccbc.org
treasurer@gccbc.org
editor@gccbc.org
birdfair@gccbc.org
membership@gccbc.org
birdshow@gccbc.org
webmaster@gccbc.org
Club Information (including adoption) (630) 640-4924
Website: www.gccbc.org
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Presidents Message
My thanks to Jason Crean and DR. Tatum for the interesting presentation, " Your
Birds Inner Dinosaur" at the March meeting. It was nice to hear the interaction
with members, we had to put on our thinking caps.
After reading the article on Pet CO and Pet Smart, I felt the topic sounded logical
and that it had facts to back it up. I know their were members that believed the
exact opposite. It was frutrating, and I would want to know more. Sometimes
both sides are rght in their own way. It all conflicts, and the information
contradicts. Even the color black and white, there are many shades. So, when
you are confused, read all the view points, and decide. There is so much
information today, it is hard to get a grip, rather than years ago when there
wasn"t enough.
The Board of Directors and myself try to do what we feel is in the best interest of
the Club. Bring your concerns, and ideas to a Board member, volunteer your time
and talents to asist in the process.
Alice Blayney
President
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Adoption Birds
adoption@gccbc.org
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Adoptions, March 2015
Escue, Chuck
Jarkowski, John
Dvorak, Mike
Brown, Catherine
Batchelor, Ryan
AlNowfel,Hussein
Hood, Abby
Dusanek, Roxanna
Montesino, Jesus
Moreano, Marianne
Davis, Stephen
Zuk, Lynne & Dan
Ahmadi, Fahm
Torres, Refugio
Hudren, Barbara
Newman, Edie
Higginbotham, Jason
Parakeet
Parakeet (2) Cockatiel
Parakeet
Cockatiel Pair
Cockatiel
Amazon, Blue Front
Sun Conure
Finches
Amazon, Blue Front
Cockatiel
Cockatiel
Cockatiel
Lovebird (2)
Parakeets (2)
Cockatiel
Parakeet
Parakeet
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Cubas, Sandra
Kherani, Laurie
Caimary, Kareem
Baigini, Laura
Valiceni, Tony
Cockatiel
Parakeet (2)
Lovebird
Senegal & Sun Conure
Umbrella Cockatoo
Available Birds
Macaws - 4 Blue and Gold
Cockatoo - Sulfer Crested - 12 yrs old - nice
bird
Amazons - 7 various types and ages
African Greys - 2 one male, one female both
friendly and talk - both plucked.
Did not come in together but like each
other.
Conures - 2 green checks - friendly, one sun
and one mix, miterd conure -nice to people
Canary - 3 one yellow, one rough feathers
and one green.
Finches - 11 zebra, 6 society
Parakeets - about 20
Cockatiels - about 40.
Lovebirds - six
Please go to Adopt-a-pet web site for descriptions.
Visit the GCCBC Bird Rescue & Adoption Center at 204 S. Villa
Ave, Villa Park, IL to view the birds or volunteer. Adoption
Hotline: (630) 640-4924
Diana Federl adoption@gccbc.org
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GREATER CHICAGO CAGE BIRD CLUB
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 2/15/15
Called to order: Sunday, February 15, 2015, at 2:03 pm.
Board of Directors roll call
Present- Diana Federl, Sandy Aker, Gloria Abrahamian, Janis Davis, Rick
Duffey, Michael Bogert, Laura Mangrini, Joan Williams, and Debbie Rozich
Absent – Alice Blayney, Doris Schubert, and Tony Valicenti
Reading of the Minutes of January Board Meeting
Motion to Accept: Debbie Rozich 1st, and Rick Duffey 2nd. Approved.
Reading of the Treasurer Report for January–
Motion to Accept: Debbie Rozich 1st, and Rick Duffey 2nd. Approved.
Diana Federl explained that the loss for the month of January was primarily due
to a higher than usual veterinarian bill. She also stated that the year-end report
is available.
Report of Officers
President’s report –None.
Vice-President’s report – The program for February is by Dr. Jamie Abete, one
of the veterinarians from Niles Animal Hospital, who will speak about Lovebirds,
and for March will be by Dr. Tatiana Tatum Parker, an instructor at Saint Xavier
University, whose presentation is titled, " Bird Evolution: From T. rex to KFC”..
Report of Standing Committees
Adoption report–Diana Federl, Chairperson, reported on birds adopted in the
past month, those being adopted, and those remaining, noting that 40 birds were
adopted in the month of January, leaving 80, which is down 25% from the 123
reported last month when the shelter was full and there had to be a waiting list.
She also reported that the birds are now numbered, making it easier to track
them, especially with the smaller birds, and that those who adopt now have their
names and addresses recorded for future follow-up. She also noted that most of
the money comes from donations.
Membership report – Rick Duffy, Chairman of the Board, reported for Tony
Valicenti, Chairperson, in absentia, that the Membership Application Form has
been revised and that a new Membership List is available, and copies of both
were distributed.
Hospitality report– None.
Bird Fair report– None.
Show report – None.
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Old Business
Subledger for the Shelter– Investigation determined that a tax person consult
was not needed for a shelter donation subledger, and Quickbooks allows for one
as necessary.
Stabilize Financial Procedures– The new Ways and Means Committee and
Finance Committee, which will better control the cost of tasks and items, will be
responsible.
New Business
Rick Duffy, Chairman of the Board, recommended the formation of 4 new
committees.
Ways and Means– Rick Duffy motioned, and Gloria Abrahamian seconded, that
the Ways and Means Committee be established to research the Ways (revenue
necessary) and Means (methods necessary) to accomplish tasks necessary for
the shelter. Janice Davis volunteered to chair the committee, with approval of
the President, and the first assignment will be to investigate a Contingency Plan
for the shelter, in case of any emergency situation.
Finance– Rick Duffy motioned, and Diana Federl seconded, that the Finance
Committee be established to research the revenue and methods necessary to
obtain items necessary for the shelter. Joan Williams volunteered to chair the
committee, with approval of the President. In addition, the Audit Committee will
now be a Sub-Committee of the Finance Committee. Diana Federl motioned,
and Laura Magrini seconded, that the first assignment be to investigate obtaining
a computer and internet access for the shelter.
Fundraising– Debbie Rozich motioned, and Michael Bogert seconded, that the
Fundraising Committee be established to research and perform activities
necessary to raise funds for the shelter. Debbie Rozich volunteered to chair the
committee, with approval of the President, and discussed the first activity which
will be at the Chicago Pet Show in Oak Lawn, Illinois, on Saturday and Sunday,
April 25 & 26.
National Cage Bird Show– For the show, held on December 3-5, 2015, at
Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles, IL, the club will donate their own staging, as
previously used in their own shows, and investigate offering a nominal award,
titled the Kraus/Ziegler trophy (as named for two of the foremost members), to be
used at the show’s discretion.
Volunteer Efforts at the Shelter– Rick Duffey, Chairman will work to develop a
Volunteer’s Working Manual, and an annual Volunteer Appreciation gathering.
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Back-up of Officers Not Covered by Bylaws– Joan Williams volunteered to
back-up the Treasurer, and Gloria Abrahamian volunteered to back-up the
Secretary.
Next Board Meeting: Scheduled for February 15, 2015, at 2:00pm at the shelter.
Motion to Adjourn at 4:13pm: Rick Duffey 1st, and Janice Davis 2nd.
Approved.
Respectfully submitted, Sandy Aker
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Peter S. Sakas DVM, MS
Peter S. Sakas DVM, MS
Don Staunton DVM
Kristina Kalivoda DVM
Jamie A. Abete DVM
7278 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714
Ph: 847-647-9325 – Fax: 847-647-8498
www.nilesanimalhospital.com
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Greater Chicago Cage Bird Club
Profit and Loss Statement
GCCBC P & L
Mar 15
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
43400 · Direct Public Support
43450 · Individ, Business Contributions
43451 · Adoption
1,820.00
43452 · Boarding
1,150.00
43453 · Donations
43453-1 · Donations - Medical
43453 · Donations - Other
95.71
984.00
Total 43453 · Donations
1,079.71
Total 43450 · Individ, Business Contributions
Total 43400 · Direct Public Support
4,049.71
4,049.71
45000 · Investments
45030 · Interest-Savings, Short-term CD
Total 45000 · Investments
2.36
2.36
47200 · Program Income
47230 · Membership Dues
115.00
Total 47200 · Program Income
115.00
Total Income
4,167.07
Cost of Goods Sold
50000 · Cost of Goods Sold
0.00
Total COGS
0.00
Gross Profit
4,167.07
Expense
60900 · Business Expenses
60901 · Food for Birds
934.97
60902 · Vetinarian
892.11
60970 · Program Fees
50.00
Total 60900 · Business Expenses
1,877.08
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62100 · Contract Services
62150 · Outside Contract Services
202.20
Total 62100 · Contract Services
202.20
62800 · Facilities and Equipment
62840 · Equip Rental and Maintenance
44.00
62890 · Rent, Parking, Utilities
1,500.00
Total 62800 · Facilities and Equipment
1,544.00
65000 · Operations
65030 · Printing and Copying
57.50
65040 · Supplies
90.46
65050 · Telephone, Telecommunications
49.53
Total 65000 · Operations
197.49
65100 · Other Types of Expenses
65150 · Memberships and Dues
125.00
Total 65100 · Other Types of Expenses
125.00
Total Expense
3,945.77
Net Ordinary Income
221.30
221.30
Bank Balance 3/31/2015
$33,915.34
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Reminder
The Chicago Pet Expo at the Oak Lawn Pavilion being held on Friday, April 25
and Saturday, April 26 from 10am to 5pm both days. I will be bringing some of
the GCCBC shelter birds to the event. The Chicago Pet Expo issues $1.00 off
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discount coupons off the $7.00 admission fee with our name on it and we can
make as many copies as we wish to be distributed, just not outside of the event
facility. For any coupons redeemed with GCCBC on it we will get $3.00 of that
admission, so please make sure to have anyone interested in attending contact
me or the shelter for a coupon.
GCCBC is, as of last summer, registered Petco and Pet Smart Adoption
Partners. We have done several adoption events and as the weather warms up
we will be scheduling more. If anyone is interested in volunteering for a couple of
hours for one or more of these events, please contact: Deb Rozich at (708) 6558885 or by email scully0323@yahoo.com
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GCCBC Calendar
Friday April 17, 2015 GCCBC General Meeting
GCCBC Bird Rescue & Adoption Center, 204 S. Villa Ave, Villa Park IL. 8pm
Program: Dr. Ken Eisenberg, DVM – Parrot Reproduction and Diseases
Friday May 15, 2015 GCCBC General Meeting
GCCBC Bird Rescue & Adoption Center, 204 S. Villa Ave, Villa Park IL. 8pm
Program: TBD
Friday June 19, 2015 GCCBC General Meeting
GCCBC Bird Rescue & Adoption Center, 204 S. Villa Ave, Villa Park IL. 8pm
Program: Jason Crean
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Greater Chicago Cage Bird Club - Membership Application
Type of application:
New
Renewal
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Update Information
Date:
If New, how did you hear about us? __________________________________________________
Types of membership:
Single
Family
Single Senior
Dual Seniors
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Junior
$10 Mailing Fee
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Yearly dues are $20. for single memberships, $25. for family memberships, $15. for single seniors
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(62+), $17.50 for dual seniors, and $5. for juniors (18 and under). Family and Dual memberships have
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dual voting privileges. Please add a $10. mailing fee per membership if you would like your newsletter
mailed to you. You may pay by cash, check or money order payable to GCCBC. Please mail your
application with payment to:Tony Valicenti, GCCBC Membership Chairman, 1225 Park Avenue, Winthrop
Harbor, IL 60096
Payment Method:
Check Check number #__________
Cash
Amount: $_____________
Annual dues are payable on or before June 1 of the membership year
Name(s): Please print clearly ________________________________________________________
Aviary/Company Name: _____________________________________________________________
Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: ____________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________________________________________________________
Email address: ____________________________________________________________________
Reminder: If you would like all bulletins, newsletters, etc. mailed to you, please add a $10.
your annual dues. You may also prefer to pick up these items at the meetings at no charge.
Do you (check all that apply):
Own pets?
Breed birds?
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mailing fee to
Show birds?
How many birds do you have? ____________ Bird Species:________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Special talents or interests: __________________________________________________________
What information do you want printed in the directory?
All
Name and interests only
The following information is for organizational use only and will not be printed in the directory.
Occupation(s): ____________________________________________________________________
What committees would you be interested in joining?
Adoption
Show/Fair
Other
Would you be interested in volunteering at the Shelter 10am-2pm?
Every day
or which days? ________________________ Thank you and Welcome to GCCBC!
Application received by: ____________________________________________________
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