SSR Board Meeting Minutes
SRR Board Meeting Minutes
Welcome-David Freeze called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and welcomed
members.
Board Members Present-David Freeze, Steve Clark, Luann Fesperman, Amanda
Lewis, Teresa Shaw, Morgan Huffman, Connie Hoffner, Lynn Furr.
Treasurer’s Report-Luann Fesperman reported that the account balance was
$29,445.62 as of the end of August. Income was $3,961.30 and expenses were
$1670.17. Luann will explore why certain checks were shown as voided, particularly
some that were as old as 2022.
Membership Report-Lynn Furr reported that there were 185 members with 18 not
current. Beginner Running Class added nine new members.
Upcoming Races-
September 12th at 9 a.m.-Run for the Word 5K in Landis. Lynn Furr reported that all is
set to go. There are 125 signed up as of this date.
September 26th at Sisters in the Fight 5K at 845 a.m. at Overton Elementary School.
Luann Fesperman has contacted them about the medals and will contact them again.
Cross Country Meets-
September 17th —at Erwin. Lynn plus one to help,
September 22nd at Salisbury Academy at 4 p.m. Lynn Furr and Luann to assist.
September 24th at Erwin Middle School at 4:30 p.m. Lynn Furr and Luann to assist.
October 1st at China Grove Middle School. David, Steve, Luann. Lynn will divide both
races on this day.
October 1st Erwin Middle School.
Beginner Running Class– The Beginning Running Class began on Tuesday,
September 8 and will continue for an eight-week course. This class meets at Salisbury
Police Department. The class format begins with classroom instruction for
approximately 30 minutes then continues with a run that gradually increases in distance
from ½ mile to 3.1 miles. Matthew Weaver and Megan McIntyre led the run on opening
night.
Rowan Helping Ministries Walk Club-This class series will begin on September 14th at
Rowan Helping Ministries at 10. The class structure includes a 15-minute class
instruction followed by a walk around downtown Salisbury. The walk begins with 1 mile
the first week and will increase in distance weekly as long as participants can keep up.
Any SRR member can join in.
New Clocks and Air Horn-David reported that he had received two clocks and air
horns in a case of four.
Cross Country Payment Status-David reported that he has submitted payment
request for checks for the schools.
Board Member Consideration-David reported on suggestion for board member.
George Livengood has agreed and is interested in becoming a board member. David made
a motion to approve George as a board member beginning October 2026. Luann
Fesperman seconded the motion. After discussion the vote board approved this
unanimously. George has accepted.
Salisbury Rowan Runners Board Structure and Responsibilities-David announced
that Steve Clark will be President of Salisbury Rowan Runners as of the date of August
1, 2027.
David distributed copies of Salisbury Rowan Runners Board of Directors Organizational
Structure. He has reworked the existing form with input from each current board
member. Per Luann and Amanda, each board member should detail responsibilities
within the role. David continues as President. Luann Fesperman will continue with
duties as Treasurer, Connie Hoffner will continue with duties as Secretary, Vice
President remains as Steve Clark. The Committee Structure was included with the
following as responsible: Finance-Luann Fesperman, Membership-
Lynn Furr, Communication-Teresa Shaw, Race Coordinator-George Livengood, Shirts
and Bibs-Morgan Huffman, Beginning Runners Class-David Freeze and Amanda Lewis-
Website and Run Sign Up.
New Business-Luann Fesperman requested that all email communication come to the
following email address: luannf@carolina.rr.com and to discontinue use of the Trophy
House email address. David reported that all emails bounce back when using that
address, most importantly the ones with attachments. They will come up with a solution.
Next Meeting-Next meeting will be scheduled for Monday, October 12th.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:30p.
Upcoming Calendar Events
Events in October 2026
- - China Grove Middle School Cross Country Meet and 1 other event
China Grove Middle School Cross Country Meet
China Grove Middle School Cross Country Meet
All day
October 1, 2026Location - China Grove Middle School. Timing by Salisbury Rowan Runners.
Erwin Middle School Cross Country MeetErwin Middle School Cross Country Meet
All day
October 1, 2026Location - East Rowan YMCA. Timing by Salisbury Rowan Runners.
- - Faith in Motion Liberty 5K / Fun Run
Faith in Motion Liberty 5K / Fun Run
Faith in Motion Liberty 5K / Fun Run
All day
October 3, 2026Printable Brochure - Faith in Motion 5K
Online Registration - Faith in Motion 5K
- - SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
All day
October 5, 2026SRR hosts a Walk Club for residents at Rowan Helping Ministries each spring and fall. Come volunteer with us as we teach the mental and health benefits of walking:
WHERE: Rowan Helping Ministries: 226 N. Long Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Monday Mornings, September 14 - November 2, 2026; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
HOW: 15 minutes of classroom instruction followed by a walk on the streets around downtown SalisburyQUESTIONS: Contact David Freeze - 704-310-6741
- - Erwin Middle School Cross Country Meet and 1 other event
Erwin Middle School Cross Country Meet
Erwin Middle School Cross Country Meet
All day
October 6, 2026Location - East Rowan YMCA. Timing by Salisbury Rowan Runners.
Fall Beginning Running ClassFall Beginning Running Class
All day
October 6, 2026Beginning Runners' Class:
WHERE: Salisbury Police Department: 130 E. Liberty Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Tuesday evenings, September 8 - October 27, 2026; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
HOW: 30 minutes of classroom instruction followed by 30 minutes on the streets around Downtown SalisburyEvent Flyer - Beginning Running Class Flyer
Online Registration - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
Printable Registration Form - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
- - Back Creek Presbyterian Church Harvest Run 5K
Back Creek Presbyterian Church Harvest Run 5K
Back Creek Presbyterian Church Harvest Run 5K
All day
October 10, 20265K in Mt. Ulla, North Carolina
Printable Brochure - Harvest Run 5KOnline Registration - Harvest Run 5K
- - SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
All day
October 12, 2026SRR hosts a Walk Club for residents at Rowan Helping Ministries each spring and fall. Come volunteer with us as we teach the mental and health benefits of walking:
WHERE: Rowan Helping Ministries: 226 N. Long Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Monday Mornings, September 14 - November 2, 2026; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
HOW: 15 minutes of classroom instruction followed by a walk on the streets around downtown SalisburyQUESTIONS: Contact David Freeze - 704-310-6741
- - Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
All day
October 13, 2026Beginning Runners' Class:
WHERE: Salisbury Police Department: 130 E. Liberty Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Tuesday evenings, September 8 - October 27, 2026; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
HOW: 30 minutes of classroom instruction followed by 30 minutes on the streets around Downtown SalisburyEvent Flyer - Beginning Running Class Flyer
Online Registration - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
Printable Registration Form - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
- - China Grove Rotary Fall Crawl and 1/2-Mile Fun Run and 1 other event
China Grove Rotary Fall Crawl and 1/2-Mile Fun Run
China Grove Rotary Fall Crawl and 1/2-Mile Fun Run
All day
October 17, 2026Online Registration - China Grove Rotary Fall Crawl 5K
Printable Brochure - China Grove Rotary Fall Crawl 5K
Race to the River 5KRace to the River 5K
All day
October 17, 2026Printable Brochure - Race to the River 5K
Online Registration - Race to the River 5K
- - SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
All day
October 19, 2026SRR hosts a Walk Club for residents at Rowan Helping Ministries each spring and fall. Come volunteer with us as we teach the mental and health benefits of walking:
WHERE: Rowan Helping Ministries: 226 N. Long Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Monday Mornings, September 14 - November 2, 2026; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
HOW: 15 minutes of classroom instruction followed by a walk on the streets around downtown SalisburyQUESTIONS: Contact David Freeze - 704-310-6741
- - Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
All day
October 20, 2026Beginning Runners' Class:
WHERE: Salisbury Police Department: 130 E. Liberty Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Tuesday evenings, September 8 - October 27, 2026; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
HOW: 30 minutes of classroom instruction followed by 30 minutes on the streets around Downtown SalisburyEvent Flyer - Beginning Running Class Flyer
Online Registration - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
Printable Registration Form - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
- - St. Matthew's 5K
St. Matthew's 5K
St. Matthew's 5K
All day
October 24, 20265k at St. Matthew's Church in Salisbury, NC to raise money for community members with medical needs.
Printable Brochure - St. Matthew's 5K Run/Walk
Online Registration - St. Matthew's 5K Run/Walk
- - Spooky Sprint 5K
Spooky Sprint 5K
Spooky Sprint 5K
All day
October 25, 2026Race in Salisbury, NC at Catawba College - supports the Rowan Rotary Club's Service Above Self Award for local youth.
Printable Brochure - Spooky Sprint 5k
Online Registration - Spooky Sprint 5k
- - SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
SRR Walk Club at Rowan Helping Ministries
All day
October 26, 2026SRR hosts a Walk Club for residents at Rowan Helping Ministries each spring and fall. Come volunteer with us as we teach the mental and health benefits of walking:
WHERE: Rowan Helping Ministries: 226 N. Long Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Monday Mornings, September 14 - November 2, 2026; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
HOW: 15 minutes of classroom instruction followed by a walk on the streets around downtown SalisburyQUESTIONS: Contact David Freeze - 704-310-6741
- - Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
Fall Beginning Running Class
All day
October 27, 2026Beginning Runners' Class:
WHERE: Salisbury Police Department: 130 E. Liberty Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
WHEN: Tuesday evenings, September 8 - October 27, 2026; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
HOW: 30 minutes of classroom instruction followed by 30 minutes on the streets around Downtown SalisburyEvent Flyer - Beginning Running Class Flyer
Online Registration - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
Printable Registration Form - Beginning Running Class Fall 2026
