The meeting was called to order by President Connie Gentry at 7:31. There were 109 members & 9 guests present. Where did the President's bowling ball go? It was "stolen" at the Awards Banquet, but looking at a photo board that appeared at the meeting, the ball apparently went on the President's Run and hung around Connie's car all weekend looking for her. Connie said a reward for its return is "negotiable". The Kohinoor Dining Facility is still working on getting their liquor license. If you have any suggestions for better food or service, please talk to the staff.
Motion to approve February meeting minutes was made by Anne T., 2nd by Benita K., all approved. The Treasurer's Report will no longer be put on the tables. However, Lennard will bring some copies to the meetings for those of you who do not have email. You can now view the report in the Members Only section of our website. *** PLEASE READ THE PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES AND THE TREASURER'S REPORT BEFORE COMING TO THE MEETING.. ***
Al Bedford, Tim Cuthbertson and Jeremy Hutchings, representatives from Ed Bozarth Chevrolet, made a promotional presentation on behalf of the dealership. They also donated many items for our raffle prizes.
Birthday dessert cards were passed out to those attending.
Old Business: Sponsorship committee members Ken A., Dale F., Carl H., Ron P., Jim W., and Jim G. in St. George received a round of applause for all of the work they put in to find a sponsor for LVCA. Our new sponsor is Fairway Chevrolet located on East Sahara. Their sister dealerships are Henderson Chevrolet and the Auto Mall in Pahrump. They will be our exclusive sponsor starting Feb. 09 through Dec. 2009. Some of the terms of our contract include: they will contribute $12,000 for the year. They ask that we refrain from supporting other dealerships, but if you work for a competitor, you may still put a business card size ad in the NewsVetter. They will help with Corvette Roulette, will publish a full color ad in the NewsVetter, will provide an E-board meeting room and there will be a direct link on our website to theirs. Their logo will be on all competition and year end awards, as well as on event t-shirts. They prefer that our charitable donations be made to the Lillie and Bill Heinrich YMCA, but they understand we still have an obligation to the club's charity St. Jude's. Corvette Roulette proceeds will still go to St. Jude's and the Corvette Roulette board is looking for ways to include the YMCA in the event also. We will hold a car show at their dealership; they will pay for prospective members to join LVCA when they buy a new Corvette from them and after they have met our joining requirements. They will give club members a 15% discount on parts and 10% discount on service. There will be a specific employee at Fairway we will need to contact for these discounts. Dale Foust will be LVCA's point of contact and Don Kot will be Fairway's point of contact. If you need something from our sponsor, contact Dale only. Motion to approve Fairway Chevrolet as LVCA's new sponsor was made by Carl C., 2nd by Roy H. A discussion followed when the question was asked if all of our donations have to go to Fairway's choice. No, we will try to accommodate them for Corvette Roulette and in other ways, but we do not have to donate 100% to their charity. Don K. said that it is an honor to be a member of LVCA and also to work for the oldest Chevrolet dealership in town. They have been here for 40 years. There is a great car collection on the property, see Don anytime for a tour. All approved the motion to make Fairway Chevrolet LVCA's sponsor. Don and Connie then signed the contract.
New Business: Membership Chairman Ellie J. stated we have 229 members. Guests tonight are Russell Wilkin who joined tonight, Charlie & Louise LaMarca, Elliott Kraus, Andre Symyk, Don Kilgore, Joe & Cindy Orrico (West Coast NCCC Regional Competition Director) and Nicole Gagliardi. Don and Jo Kot, returning Mossybacks, received their plaque.
Committee Reports: Racer's Edge Chairman Bob M. said there are only 14 members who have signed up for Racers Edge this year and he would like to see more women come out and race. Trophies are already ordered: women and men will compete together for 1st, 2nd & 3rd places, but at the end of the year there will be 1st place trophies and jackets for men and women. Volunteers are needed for Silver State, the Z1Z competition, and the ½ and 1 mile shootouts.
Store: Per requests, Vickie C. has found some new clothing items for the store. She now has for sale denim jackets for $68 and different colored ladies bling shirts for $25. Sunshine: Sally M. reported that Cathy Wilson's father has cancer; Tomoko & Ken DePiero are now grandparents for the first time and she read a thank you note from Ann Wilson. Webmaster Pat R. is creating a member's only FREE ad section on our website. He will accept ads for Corvette parts, garage sales, lost and found, anything except ads promoting your business. Pat needs photos of your cars for the Members Cars section.
Past Events: Ken A. reported that his President's Run started like clockwork. After lunch in Boron, a storm front came through and dumped lots of snow in the mountains causing most to have to turn around and go a different route to San Simeon. First place winners of the trivia contest were Larry & Irene, 2nd place were Pat & Nita R, 3rd place to Roy and Lin H. And much to everyone's surprise, the 'ole LVCA HUBCAP returned, right under Ken's car. Roy H. told of the hubcaps origination and the peanut can before that. Watch out, you may be the next victim of the hubcap, you never know when or where it will turn up.
Upcoming Events: Benita discussed where and when we need to stage for the St. Patrick's Day Parade March 14th; Bob H. said we have our own parking lot and security guard for Wrangler's Night, also on March 14th; Roy needs our registration forms tonight for the April 5th Injured Police Officer's Fund Car Show at Sunset Park. Jeff B. and members Rick and Debbie Cowles from Lancaster, CA invited us to participate in the Poppy Run April 24-26. There will be a 2 day charity poker run, parties, silent auction and much more. All 4 of these events are community service events. Upcoming Drags will be April 25, May 9, and June 6. Don't be afraid to come out, we will teach you how to run. Debbie L. invited us to contribute to the Race for the Cure May 2nd. Debbie and Jim's daughter will be walking for us; we can donate a minimum of $5 for a community service point.
The music played, the rolled up jeans and white shirts rocked to the music, ponytails bobbed and Sharron G. led a cheer for LVCA as the Corvette Roulette Board promoted the Rock Around the Clock theme for this year's event May 22-24. There will be 2 parties, car show, gimmick/poker rallye and two autocrosses. Download a registration form from our website and come participate in this great event. Linda B. invited us to the Fun Run to Yosemite June 19-22. The price has been lowered to $140 per person. See her flyer for all the details. The NCCC Convention will be in Colorado Springs Aug. 8-14.
Misc. Announcements: Gene S. has 4 spots left for the Ronald Reagan Ranch tour April 6th. Sally M. announced a Stars Cars & Guitars car show at the Aliente Casino; Steve T. knows of a 2003 for sale; Don K. has tickets for $20 to see the Schinta's last show April 24th weekend; Anne T. would like your donations for the Corvette Roulette raffle; Kathy C. announced that Jim Ferrin's daughter Amber just received her license and got her first Corvette.
Clean Car Award: Larry L. presented the Mossyback plaque to Tim Villeverde. Badge Drawing: Roy H. won $65. 50/50: Debbie C. won $167.
Motion to Adjourn: made at 9:11 by Jeff B., 2nd by Jim G., all approved.

Respectfully submitted,
Carol Gagliardi
Secretary