The meeting was called to order by President Benita Klaizner at 7:32 PM in the LVH Convention Room. There were 42 members and 7 guests present.

Dominic Parisi - LVH: Dominic thanked us all for our patience with the last minute room change and hopes that they can work out something permanent for us. Unfortunately, due to financial circumstances the Tres Rio will no longer be available for us, as it will be full time restaurant.

Findlay Chevrolet: DJ and Slim let us know they are always here for us and if we need anything to just give them a call. They also thanked Benita for her exciting purchase of the new 60th Anniversary Corvette.

A motion to approve the July meeting minutes: was made by Bob O'Brien and seconded by Kathy Clapp. Motion carried.

Treasurer's Report: Benita said the treasurer's report is available on our website and if you have any questions please see our treasurer, Denise Karpa.

Old Business:

New Business: The E-Board would like to propose getting new members involved sooner. Benita welcomed the prospective new members.

Introduction of New and Prospective Members: Lin Hoernke introduced our visitors and noted that several will be joining next month. Attending were: Gary Lowers, Marty Bielaski, Joyce Colucci, Marlene Kolicius, Rudy Blum, Ralph Terry and his daughter Crissy.

Committee Reports:

Drag Racing / Racer's Edge: Cathy Wilson presented the trophies for the NV Open Road. She also briefly noted the next events are: Midnight Mayhem on August 17, the Silver State 25th Anniversary on Sept 16th, the Mojave Mile Shootout Sept 29-Oct 1st and the last two autocross races on Oct 7th and Dec 2nd.. If you have any questions regarding racing, please contact Cathy.

Sunshine: Sally had some good news; Benita's daughter is getting married next weekend, Rex is feeling better and Brenda Cavallo has a new grandchild. Sally's has received thank you letters from: Street Teens, Carl Hastings, Jim Gregorio, and Rex.

Webmaster: Pat asked everyone to update their car photos by just sending them to him. He would prefer it if the photo included yourself. There is a "for sale" section on the website and you can advertise anything except business items. There are also current events, Hot items, tech tips, and other club events.

Past Events: To expedite our meetings, past events will no longer be an item on the agenda. Past events are posted with photos and items about them in the Newsvetter and on our website. If there is an event you think would be a fun event for LVCA, please speak to Benita or Ken. They will be more than happy to help you to have a successful event.

Upcoming Events: Roy said the IPOF Charity Car Show will be September 8th and the cost is $30.00. It is a community service event and everyone will caravan to the show. The Super Chevy Car Show will feature autocross, drag racing and a car show. If you participate in the Saturday car show you also get to do the autocross. If we have 15 cars participate, the Sunday events will be free. To participate in a class, we need at least six cars. The date is September 14-16th. Please see Skip. Breakfast in the Park, sponsored by the Mossybacks, is September 23rd. You will need to have your money in to Lin by next month. It will be held rain or shine at 9 AM. Bring your own chair. The cost is $10.00 for members and $12.00 for non-members.

Miscellaneous Announcements: Bonnie would like to get a group together to see Wicked at the Smith Center. Anyone interested please see her. It is $44.80 per person. Benita and Sharron said what a great "once in a life time" experience the Prague Car Show was with 180 cars in attendance from all over Europe. Skip will be participating in the Serenade For Life Charity event at the Smith Center October 27th for Nathan Adelson Hospice. It will feature Gladys Knight and Clint Holmes. The cost is $38.00. Benita is taking orders for the book, 60 Years of Corvettes. If we purchase 10 or more the cost is $32.50. (Regularly $50)

Clean Car Award: Dale Foust presented Karen Lowers with the award this month.

Badge Drawing: None

50/50: Winner Russ Reiner

$100 LVH Gift Certificate: Won by Roy Hoernke.

A motion to adjourn: A motion to adjourn was made by Bob O'Brien and seconded by Dave Karpa. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:54 PM.

Respectfully submitted: Sharron Grodzinsky, Secretary