The meeting was called to order by President Sherrie Wood at 7:30 PM in the Tres Rios Cantina.
There were 72 members and 6 guests present.

A motion to approve the March meeting minutes: was made by Darrell Wood and seconded by Kathy Clapp.

Vice President: Lennard requested that all members print their name legibly and sign in for all events. If you do not sign the waiver, you will not get credit for attending.

Treasurer's Report: Copies are on the web site and at the sign in table. Taxes have been completed.
April Birthdays: Names were announced and those members present received a free drink coupon courtesy of the Las Vegas Hilton.

Old Business:

New Business: Sherrie discussed her negotiations with Findlay Chevrolet and suggested we choose them as our new sponsor. Sharron Grodzinsky motioned we select Findlay and Bob O'Brien seconded. Motion carried. Discussion continued regarding our club charity. We had just voted the YMCA as our charity, however now that our sponsor is changed we should go back to St. Jude's Ranch with the exception of Corvette Roulette which will maintain the YMCA. Motion was made by Roy Hoernke to make this change and seconded by Steve Tucker. Members voted to accept this change.
Introduction of New and Prospective Members: Membership Chairman, Ellie Johnson introduced guests attending: Bob Hart, Richard Fisher, Karen Mirto, Jerry Blount and Hetty and Horace Noble. The Las Vegas Hilton is giving us $10.00 coupons and Findlay Chevrolet will pay the first year's dues for any new member purchasing a corvette. We have 205 members.

Committee Reports:

Corvette Roulette: Pat Russell said the contract with the Speedway has been signed and reminded us that Corvette Roulette is a community service event. Room reservations are available and there will be an optional live poker tournament.

Drag Racing: Ken Rees said information is on our web site and the season is May through August. You need a helmet and closed toe shoes to participate.

News Vetter: There was a prize for finding the correct number of Easter eggs in the April Vetter. Sherrie won!

Racer's Edge: Cathy Wilson reported the competition has changed to allow class races. People who have never won can race against each other. Cost is $30.00 per year or $10.00 per entry. Cathy said seven people participated in the Mohave Mile

Store: Jan and Jennifer let us know items are available on line.

Sunshine: Sally reported good news that Sherrie has a clean bill of health. Unfortunately, Carol Gagliardi's brother-in law passed away, Jan Tucker's Mom passed away, Bill Gass has pneumonia, Ali wolf has 3 more weeks in her cast, Agnes Jiran is in chemo again. Don Ford came to the podium to thank the club for all their support and let us know he is going to the City of Hope to participate in clinical trials for his leukemia.

Past Events: Ken Ackeret told Sherrie he did not take the gavel. Sherrie offered a reward of a dozen special cupcakes for the return of the gavel.

Wrangler's Night: Bob reported they raised $663.00 and he sold 101 tickets. Unfortunately the Wranglers lost, but a lot of fun was had anyway.

St. Patrick's Day Parade: Benita reported 49 people with 28 cars attended.

Autocross: The first Racer's Edge autocross event which Ken Rees won.

Upcoming Events:

Gamblers Classic: Connie Gentry said she will be leaving at 12PM on Friday for the event which is April 15-17 at the Laughlin Riverside. It is limited to 300 entrants. Details are in the Vetter.

Wine and Cheese: Jim Wolf said this is the final event and will be held on April 30th. Cost is $20.00 for members and $22.00 for guests. This is a poker run and unbelievable food event. The event will go on in spite of Ali's broken ankle and it will benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Charity.

Helldorado Parade: Will take place at 7PM on Saturday May 14th. Meet at 4PM. Details in Vetter.

Mossyback Picnic: Meet at Town Square at 10:30 AM on May 7th. The park location will be a surprise. Bring a phone card with at least $5.oo for the military. Lin is your contact.

Tuacahn: Denise Karpa said this is a community service event for St. Jude's Ranch on June 11-13. You can still get tickets on your own. The theatre is in St George and the hotel is the Casablanca in Mesquite, with bus transportation to and from the show which is Grease.

Silver State: Nevada Open Road Race May 12-15. Bob McVane said Silver State needs help with the event and volunteer's rooms will be paid for. There is a welcome party Friday night and safety check prior to the event.

Indy 500 Hundred Anniversary Brunch: Pat & Nita are hosting at their house. Be there at 8AM on May 29th so you don't miss anything!

Findlay Car Show: On June 18th Findlay is having a car show and as our new sponsors they hope we will participate. Ken does need a chairperson for this event. It is a free show with food and beverages.

Miscellaneous Announcements: Jim Wolf announced the third Sunday Brunch at the Orleans this Sunday. Jim Ranney announced Spring Mountain racing has helmets available. Willy Salzmann has a '95 C-4 with 89,000 miles for sale. Linda Benton is participating in the annual March of Dimes Walk-a-thon at Town Square. Vickie Colvin let us know Rick and Debbie Cowles will not be participating in the Baker to Vegas Run. Ann Torres needs gifts for Corvette Roulette raffle prizes.

Clean Car Award: Larry Leard announced the winner is Glenda LeMar's C-6.

Badge Drawing: No winner.

50/50: $110.00 was won by Jimmy Cavallo.

A motion to adjourn: was made by Cathy Wilson and seconded by Don Kot. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted: Sharron Grodzinsky, Secretary