April 2017
JANUARY 2014
JANUARY
2015
Founded October 1999
B.E. WEBSITE: brighteyesanimalshelter.org---FACEBOOK---eMail Address:
[email protected]
Mailing Address: P.O.Box 1498, Choteau,MT 59422---Physical Address: 175 Hwy
221,Choteau,MT 59422--Phone: 406-466-2100---Petfinder: brighteyes.petfinder.com
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Terrie Nylund, Pres.,Founder--466-2461 (h); 466-2191(Ace Hardware);
466-2100(Shelter on Tues.,Fri.,Sat.)
Rick Kerr, Vice President
Lorraine Walley--466-2215
Sandy Kempa,Secr.,eNewsletters--406-315-3248 Sandra McGhee--467-2387
Steve Nylund,Treas.--466-2461(h); 466-2191(Ace) Dale Durr--466-5801
Dodie Sekora--899-7801
Sandy Lange—466-2032
E-Newsletters are done by Sandy Kempa, and emailed to those who have supplied an
email address. E-newsletters save B.E. money, which we happily spend on needy
animals. Because of our recent computer problems, we have had trouble getting our
paper newsletters mailed out to those who do not have computers, or
those who choose not to participate in electronic newsletters. We are continuing to
work on solutions, and hope people will be patient. Paper newsletters are at the Skyline
Lodge, Double Arrow Vet Clinic, East Slope Vet Clinic, the Beehive, the Seniors Center,
and at the shelter. Our FACEBOOK account and our own Website also have the current
newsletters. We thank Kindra for her work on our FACEBOOK account and Dale for her
work on our Website.
APRIL 19, 2017 BRIGHT EYES GENERAL MEETING MINUTES
The April meeting was called to order by the President,Terrie Nylund. She asked
attendees to peruse the 04/19/2017 Treasurer’s Report, which was approved as written.
Income came from: Cash donations Earmarked for our ailing Boiler(We are grateful!);
Other Cash Donations; Memberships; Late St. Pat’s Bake Sale; Memorial donation;
Transfer from Savings. Expenses were to: Double Arrow Vet Clinic; 3 Rivers(phone);
Ace Hardware; New Storage Shed purchase(Whew, kind of big expense); Montana
Waste; Acantha(St.Pat’s Bake Sale); Steve Howard Plumbing for Boiler and Heat
Exchanger; Soroptimist for Summer Festival table rent; March payroll(Fed. taxes,
Soc.Sec., Medicare, MT state taxes); Montana State Fund, last 2017 installment);
Swenson and Co.(March payroll prep). Our Spay/Neuter checking account had income
from: Misc. sales; Cash Donations; Pre-School tour donations; Impound donation;
Adoption donation; Boarding for four dogs; Guardian Angel donation for Pistachio and
Rags kitties. Expenses were to: East Slope Vet Clinic (vaccs, x-rays,labs work, meds);
Double Arrow (spays, neuters, Scooby work); and a $.10 year end adjustment. Savings
account had Very Modest interest income; and a transfer of funds was made to
Checking account. Our CD’s are waiting for needed expenses for the animals, the
shelter, and the property. Our working capital is much smaller than our total assets, and
is carefully managed for the benefit of needy animals. Bright Eyes’s projected Average
Monthly Expenses are going to be $7,832, reflecting having a new full-time Shelter
Manager, who will be starting her duties this summer. Soon, our monthly expenses will
be far greater than our usual monthly income; so we will be concentrating on
fundraisers, that will result in more income. We will continue to depend on Cash
Donations of our dear friends and members, as well as seeking those elusive grants.
The needy animals depend on us, and we appreciate any and all help. A complete
Treasurer’s report is found in the meeting agenda or available by request.
CORRESPONDENCE: 1.Brian and Brenda DeRusha, Idaho Falls, write a great letter of a huge Spay/
Neuter Coalition, resulting in 243 spays/neuters. Their goal is for Idaho Falls to be a total No-Kill
Community. And, they thank B.E. for our continuing work, too. 2. An invitation to participate in the
Summer Festival 3. Our dear friend, Jim Thalman, sent a note of love and encouragement. 4.
Donna and Tony Hudson thanked us for our work for needy animals, and an adopted dog update. 5.
Melody Carlon and “Xena” doggie wrote us a thank you and good wishes note. 6. Leah sent us a
lovely Easter card. 7. Susan Brandt thanked us for our help with “Ava” dog adoption, and boiler
encouragement. Susan, a good and long-time B.E. friend! 8. Cathy Dombrovske wrote us a nice
boiler note, too. OLD BUSINESS: The March meeting minutes in March newsletter were approved.
NEW BUSINESS:
1.SHELTER BOILER IS FIXED! YAHOO! Big Thanks for donations, earmarked
for the boiler problems! The heat exchange unit was replaced and is working fine; and
the boiler inspector has certified us for another year.
2. MT.STATE LEGISLATURE: The Cost of Care bill was shot down, early on.
House Bill 570, also, did not pass. This was the Commercial Breeder bill, mentioned
during the last meeting. Language will be changed on the two bills introduced this year
and we will try, again, next session. The upset is mostly due to the Ag division, with
ranchers feeling threatened, and the AKC balking at breeding inspections. What?!?!
3. FUNDRAISING: Included in our meeting packet, was a 2016 Fundraiser
Breakdown, very interesting! Each fundraiser income and expenses was listed. Of
those, the Dinner/Dance brings in the most money, but, also, has the biggest expenses.
Pennies for Pets brings has good income and less expense. Something for us, who put
these events on, to think about. We then discussed a Garage Sale. The City of
Choteau Clean Up and Recycling Week is scheduled for May 20-28. We had thought
that might be a good time for our garage sale, too. Steve N. spoke of talk of other
groups, individuals have an “All-Day or All-Weekend Community Garage Sale, together.
There was interested discussion, and more information is to come. Watch the Acantha
for more details, in the upcoming weeks.
4. Our Wonderful Sandy Lange is at home, and welcomes prayers, calls, notes,
contacts. She and Dale just celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary!
Congratulations to two special people. Josie and others are such a big help!
5. SUMMER FESTIVAL: Paperwork has been done, and B.E. will have its same
and perfect location, again. We will have one table, and hopefully, our new portable
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kennel with a shade cover, for any of our shelter pets to hang out in, during this and
other fundraisers. Crossed fingers on that new kennel being available! Sara
O’Donnell invited B.E. to set up a display during the Quilting Festival at the Stage Stop
Inn, the first week of May.
6. TAXES! B.E. has been notified, that we are being audited. Terrie says, BARF!
7. MISC.: A. Next Meeting—May 17, Wed., 6:30, Library B. Terrie told us that
the Ace Hardware staff had a lot of fun selling the remaining St.Pat’s Bake Sale goods,
after we moved out of the Scout Hall. C. New Weekend Shelter Hours: 8:00-2:00, for
the current time.
8. A NEW SPECIAL FUNDRAISING PROJECT: B.E. WILL BE
PARTICIPATING IN A COMMUNITY SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC, DATE TO BE
ANNOUNCED, LIKELY IN THE SUMMER. WE WILL BE FOCUSING ON THE FERAL
CATS AND COLONIES AROUND THE CHOTEAU AREA, TO HELP CONTROL THE
POPULATION PROBLEM. WE WILL BE FUNDING A GOOD PORTION OF THE
EXPENSES OF THIS VERY WORTHY PROJECT; AND WE WOULD BE SO
APPRECIATIVE OF ANY DONATIONS, EARMARKED “The Spay/Neuter Clinic”.
Many thanks, in advance!!
9. 2017 Meeting Dates: May 17; June 21; No July Meeting; Aug. 16; Sept 20;
Oct. 18; Nov. 15; and No December Meeting. Please put these dates on your calendar.
Meeting Adjourned.
Respectfully submitted, Sandy Kempa, Secretary
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YAHOOO! ADOPTIONS AND GOOD NEWS STORIES!!!
1. BO, very nice dog, was adopted by Julia S., and we hear he is doing just great!
2. ROSIE, cute little doggie, was adopted by Susan B., and adjusting so nicely.
3. JOJO, the other cute little doggie, was adopted by Becky O., and is having a ball in
her new home.
4. Coal, dog, was claimed by owners Jeff and Stacey H.
5. SENYA, beautiful kitty, was adopted by Julie E. and has found her loving and
permanent home, with a wonderful family.
6. ZYPPER, cat and long-time resident, won the Kitty Lottery! He was always so loving
with people, not with other cats or dogs and has a “condition”; hard to find that special
home. Well, Aubrie and Teri M. gave him that special home! He loves kids and adults,
is so cuddly, and gets as much love as he gives. He was happy with us; but, he is
ECSTATIC in his new home!
7. SHADOW continues to magnificently represent B.E., with his weekly community
visits; as well as Welcomer-in-Chief for preschool tours at the shelter.
8. SPARROW, current Office Kitty, is everyone’s darling. She has some serious health
issues, but bears them with bravery and good spirits.. In fact, she can get a little fed up
with too much attention, at times, and “tells us off” in now uncertain terms, then. But, in
a few minutes, is ready for more hugs, a little cheese treat, and a nap in her office bed.
9. SHORTY dog’s GF owners, gave us a 12 year old update on him. He is a wonderful
member of their family, and a complete joy, all these years. Thanks, Folks!
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NEW WEEKEND SHELTER HOURS: 8:00 - 2:00
GIFTS FROM OUR WONDERFUL FRIENDS!
MARCH CASH DONATIONS FROM: Cathy Dombrovske(boiler); Terri New; Anonymous; Roxy
Theater display; Barbara Colwell Duncan; Liz Lambert; Ray & Virginia Dawes; Eva
Anseth
MARCH MEMBERSHIPS: Sandra Kiehnau; Charlie & Dale Durr; Lorraine Walley; Shirley
Vandall; Beth Sentell; Norm & Judy Kamrud; Russ & Nancy Moorhouse; Jill & Russell
Owen; Terry Barch & Carole Bronson; Denny & Patti Blauer; Knudtson Lumber; Celia
Swain; Ron & Chris Hinman; Shirley Spinder; Peter White; Gene & Linda Sentz; Ric
Lindahl; Joe & Cathy Campbell; Jesse Campbell; Mark & Vicki Southard; Tammie
Witzel-Howell; Matt, Devonna, and Tallin McCarthy; Kraig & Ruth Lang; Connie &
Sherwin Smith; Kay Trebesch; Alice Sutherland; Jerry Dunkel; Nevin & Susan Caskey;
Faye Persinger/Choteau Drug; Tom & Connie Rogers; Bob & Dawn Pearson; Al & Sally
Haas; Robert Hursh; Pat Larson; Faithe & Tanner Lee; Wendy Whitehorn; Casey
Perkins; Dr. Traci Cain; Clayton & Kathy Ketcham; Shonie Anderson; Eva Anseth; D&H
Valley Storage; Kathleen Nelson; Steve & Terry Haynes; Cokie Brusatori; Ronda & Jack
Reiding; Dave Yerk; Jolynn Genzlinger; Carol Ekegren; Donna Drydahl; Dave
McClellan; Steve & Terrie Nylund; Ralph & Nancy Thornton; Charles Horak; Laurie
Jordan.
APRIL CASH DONATIONS FROM: Janet Adamson; Pat Larson; Jim Thalman; Charles
Hlavac; Melody (Xena) Carlon; Susan Brandt (boiler); Cathy Dombrovske (boiler); Traci
Cain; Liz Lambert; Autumn Hart, Jere&Lauren Long, DeShawn Anthony (pre-school
tour)
APRIL MEMBERSHIPS: Brian & Brenda DeRusha; Ed & Deb Tentoni; Mary Vollertsen;
Joseph & Nancy Loncki; Susie Durocher; Donna & Tony Hudson; Delores Morris and
Mickey Kummer.
MEMORIAL DONATIONS: for Margaret McMullen from Sandy Kempa; for Bev Yerk
from Dave Yerk; for Shane Yeager from Vicki Williams
PET MEMORIAL DONATIONS: for GUS dog, from Ann Clary Gordon; for Nylund
Babies from Dodie Sekora; DIZZY cat from Dodie Sekora
ADOPTION DONATIONS FOR: BUCK from Dawnell A; for SPROUT by Shelby & Trista
M.; DAISIE dog from Brian W.; SENYA kitty from Julie E.
BOARDING: Scooby from Barb C.; Bonnie from Bert & Peggy G.; Violet & Millie from
Barb C; for Stormie and Millie from the Nylund’s.
GUARDIAN ANGEL for: Pistachio and Rags by Dodie & Dave Sekora.
Impound donation for Rags and Pistachio from the Sekora’s
Surrender fee for Bo
————————————————Vicki J. Williams, Conrad, a lovely lady and a good friend of Bright Eyes, recently passed
away. She loved her family and friends, and was an animal lover, too. Bright Eyes is one of
the suggested memorials, and what a special way to honor her memory. Condolences.
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NON-MONETARY GIFTS FROM: Dan Wipe for dog food, cat food, towels, recipes;
Eileen Werdal for three kitty dishes, cat flea collar; Kelly Richter for laundry soap, Dawn;
Ed & Deb Tentoni for lots of dog and cat food, treats; Ann Gordon for paper towels,
laundry soap; Cathy Dombrovske for stamps; Kaylene Larson for pet food
and garage sale items; Lou Wilmot for pet food, detergent, bleach, kleenex,
paper towels, cat litter, treats, etc—Wow! Betty Burtness for cat food.
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THESE NICE SHELTER CATS NEED LOVING AND FOREVER HOMES!
1. ALEX--DLH, neutered male, dark grey with some white; so sweet, big boy with
beautiful eyes! A condition
2. JACK--DLH, neutered male, grey tabby with a little white; full of personality; healthy
but has a condition
3. KATIE--DSH, spayed female, dark grey; likes people--maybe a mouser?
4. CHARLOTTE--DLH, spayed female, black, very nice girl
5. RAGS—DLH, neutered male, mostly white with beige markings, friendly
6. PANDORA--DSH, spayed female, white with some grey, loving, on special diet
7. COSMO-DSH, neutered male, large gold tabby, starting to warm up to shelter
8. EOWYN--DSH, orange female adolescent, cute, funky girl
9. SILKY—DSH, spayed female dilute tortoise shell, senior, a little “edgy”
10. KEEKEE—DSH, spayed female manx dark tortoiseshell, a little “edgy”, too
11. BO--DSH, spayed female, black, nice girl
12. SUNSHINE—DLH, neutered male, white with tan spots
13. PATCHES—DSH, spayed female, white with gray
14. B.E. is trying to help finding a new home for a 1 year male Savannah cat; beautiful
loves people, very active, needs activities, needs monitoring. Contact B.E. if you
are interested and capable of the challenge.
THESE NICE SHELTER DOGS NEED LOVING AND FOREVER HOME
1.TEAGAN, spayed female Border Collie mix; nice girl, maybe a ranch?
2. LUNA, spayed female Border Collie mix; sweet, healthy senior
3. NALA, spayed female Bulldog/Rott mix, in training
4. THELMA, spayed female, brindle/heeler/beagle? mix, nice
5. LOUISE, spayed female McNab/Heeler mix, black with tan and white
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OUR WISH LIST——
1. SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: If anyone would like to
help us with this worthy community betterment project; you may make a cash donation,
with it ear marked for the Spay/Neuter Clinic. Thank you, all!
2. THE PUBLIC to come to our meetings, usually on Wednesday evenings, once
a month. Your input is wanted and needed.
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3. RESPONSIBLE ADULT SHELTER VOLUNTEERS, willing to help in
various ways—cleaning kennels, feeding, water, sweeping, mopping,
washing dishes and laundry, walking and socializing dogs, socialize cats,
answer phones, meeting the walk-in public. Training is provided. Need
someone on Monday afternoons, Thursday afternoons, Every Other
Sundays, Any Day that works for you; Subbing as needed. We would be flexible with
your schedule, too. Please contact Terrie Nylund or come to the shelter, talk to us, get a
Volunteer application, if you would like to help.
4. SHELTER SUPPLIES NEEDED: A. Cat Litter (clay type)—B. Liquid Laundry Detergent—-C. Address Labels for paper newsletters (8 1/2”x11” sheet); —-D. White Copy
Paper—E. Pastel Copy Paper—F. Postage Stamps—-G. HP 564 Ink Cartridges in
black and color for office printer—-H. Paper Towels—-I. Bathroom Tissue—J. Treats
K. Kleenex—L. Pump Gel Sanitizer—M. Used Laser Ink Cartridges—N. Box Tops for
Education—O. Soup Labels
Please—NOOOOO Aluminum Cans—Lost our folks who took them for income
Please—NOOOOO Toner Cartridges; NOOOO Used Cell Phones. Recyclers won’t
take them, anymore. Maybe you can find another place for them.
5. SINCE, IT IS LIKELY B.E. WILL HAVE A GARAGE SALE, EITHER ALONE OR
WITH ANOTHER GROUP, DATE AND LOCATION YET TO BE DECIDED; WE WILL
BE ACCEPTING QUALITY, CLEAN ITEMS. NO CLOTHES; NO BIG APPLIANCES/
FURNITURE. WE ONLY HAVE A FEW PEOPLE TO HANDLE THESE ITEMS, AND
SOME HAVE ALLERGIES, CREAKY KNEES, ETC. ; SO PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF
OUR LIMITATIONS. THEN, HOPE YOUL WILL COME TO THE SALE AND BUY
OTHER PEOPLE’S “TREASURES” AND HELP US, HELP THE NEEDY ANIMALS.