| The meeting was called to order by President Sherrie W. at 7:32 pm in the Tres Rios Cantina next to the Paradise Café at the Las Vegas Hilton. There were 85 members and 7 guests present. A motion to approve the November meeting minutes was made by Nita R., 2nd by Thayne C., motion carried. Treasurer's Report review: Dave B. stated there are hard copies of the monthly report on the membership table outside the club meeting room and on our website. The checkbook looks good now that the dues payments are in. December birthdays were announced and those members present received a free drink coupon courtesy of the Hilton. Old
Business: By-Laws
voting: Sherrie re-read the proposals that were presented at the November
membership meeting and that have been on the website for 30 days before asking
the members to vote on them. Standing Rules 3(d) all charitable
donations must be approved by the E-Board prior to any donations being made or
suggested to the membership. The membership approved. Standing Rules 4(c)
events must be sanctioned by the E-Board, posted in the LVCA calendar and have
the waiver signed by all participants. The membership approved. Standing
Rules 4(f) outlines the procedures for event planning. The membership
approved. Standing Rules 4(g) states that only E-Board approved
events shall raise funds and/or collect items for donations on behalf of LVCA.
The membership approved. Standing Rules Section 7(a) removes reimbursing
the President for a set of personalized license plates, which are no longer available.
The membership approved. Code of Conduct adding II E internet safety,
membership approved. By-Laws Article 3 Section (4) allowing the
sale of all LVCA logo items (except official club shirts) at the store to anyone.
After much discussion this proposal was not-approved. Based on the comments
by the membership, Carl H. made a motion to ask the By-Laws committee to re-look
at this issue and perhaps use different wording, 2nd by Steve T. Please go to
the website to view all of the updated club's governing documents. Introduction of Prospective Members/New Members: Membership Chairman Ellie J. stated we currently have 234 members. There will be twenty-four 5 year pins, thirteen 10 year pins, sixteen 15 year pins and two 20 year pins presented at the Awards Banquet in January. Guests attending tonight are: Ed Przybylski Tommy D's brother-in-law, previous member Mike Decilla, Troy Rees, Abel & Stacie Lugo and joining tonight Russell Riner and Judy Harrison. No membership plaques were presented. Corvette Roulette Oct. 7-9, 2011: Co-chairman Pat R. stated that this event's board had their first meeting at the Aliante, a very nice location and a deposit has been made to them. The autocross will be held at the Speedway and costs for that will be shared by SCCA. Please start collecting raffle prizes. Pat is working on the event's website, www.corvetteroulette.com and you can also access it though our own website. Election of 2011 Officers: Sherrie read the names of those members running for office: President: Sherrie Wood; Vice President: Lennard Grodzinsky; Secretary: Sharron Grodzinsky; Treasurer: Dave Benton; Director: Mark Klein and Greg Welch. All members' who have paid their 2011 dues were called out and those present received a ballot. Committee Reports: NCM Museum: Greg W. stated that the Motor Trend Car Show over Thanksgiving weekend was nice and thanked Ken R., Don J., Mark K., and Roy H. for participating. He will recommend to the E-Board next year about sanctioning this event so we can get more cars participating. NCCC Governor: Carl H. has been asked what does NCCC do for LVCA? Not only do we receive the Blue Bars magazine, but we get our insurance through them. Realizing that 80% of the members in NCCC are not into competition, headquarters has decided to make some changes to the Blue Bars. The back half of the magazine will now cover less competition events and more interesting articles on club activities and social events. Not only does our insurance cover sanctioned events, it also is bonding coverage for our officers. NCCC has listened to members complaints and are adjusting their publication and website accordingly. Racer's
Edge Chairman Bob M. stated LVCA was presented a check for $494 for our participation
in the Silver State race in September. He presented the last of the trophies for
the Racer's Edge Series: Ken R. 1st place for the Nevada Open Road Race; Ken R.
2nd place for the drags; Ken R. 1st place for the MTT autocross; Tom S. 2nd place
and Cathy W. for 3rd place. The championship awards to the top man and woman for
the season will be presented at the Awards Banquet. Publicity: Jim W. stated it has been his pleasure to be the chairman this year. The St. Patrick's Day Parade, the Helldorado Parade and this Saturday's parade in Henderson have been great publicity for us. Store: Storekeeper Linda B. reported the store made a lot of money this year. Great Christmas presents would be a black book, the 2008 memory book, men's denim jacket, the club's official polo shirt, a tie, long sleeved bling shirt, earrings or an apron. A new item in the store is a sweatshirt. Also available are belt buckles, key chains, cufflinks, a wall clock, handbags, watches, mouse pad umbrella, toiletry bags and cards. Sunshine:
Sherrie reported that Carl H.'s uncle passed away and Benita K. is a Grandmother. 2011 Election Results: Nominating Committee Chairman Sally M. announced the voting results: President Sherrie Wood, Vice President Lennard Grodzinsky; Secretary Sharron Grodzinsky, Treasurer Dave Benton and Director Greg Welch. Sally thanked her committee who made so many phone calls. Events: Past Events: none Upcoming Events: The Cookie Exchange will be Dec. 12th, 5pm at the McVane's, $3 per person. Street Teens contributions can be donated tonight or you can bring them Sunday. The Dyno Shootout will be held Dec. 18th stated Ken R. The location has been moved to the Shelby facility at 9am, 5 cars will run every hour. You will get 2 pulls for $50. There are 16 cars signed up but there is room for 20. Come out and just watch if you want. The Awards Banquet on January 22nd will be held at Sunset Gardens at 6pm. The cost will be $30 for members, $35 for non-members. Invitations were mailed to all members. Kathy thanked everyone for their support this year as Vice President. The President's Run will be February 18-21 reported Sherrie W. It has been set up so we can participate for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days. Please see her flyer for room costs and schedule of events. The prices are subject to change but Sherrie is trying to make this event as inexpensive as possible. Among the activities she is organizing are a poker run, karaoke, a reception, auto cruise, bowling, a bus trip to Oatman, a comedy club, a cruise to Seligman and to the Road Kill Café down old Route 66. Please call or email her with your questions. She thanked everyone for all they have done this year and for their support of the President's Run. Ken A. asked that if you have an idea for an event in 2011, please come see him. Because
some appointed board members need to perform their duties before being approved
in January, Sherrie asked for approval of Kathy C. as Newsvetter Editor next year.
A motion to approve was made by Jeff B., multiple 2nds were made and approval
was made by all. Clean
Car Award: Larry L. presented this month's award to Tommy D. 50/50: Richard M. won $123. Other raffle prizes included a $150 gift certificate from the Hilton, a Hilton shirt and hat, a black book, and 51's hats. A Motion to Adjourn was made at 9:17 by Cathy W., 2nd by Pat A., motion carried. Respectfully
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