General Membership Meeting - June 13, 2013 - Minutes

The meeting was called to order by President Skip Kelley at 7:35 PM in the Stallion Mountain Golf Club Grill Room. There were 61 members and 9 guests present.

Skip Kelley started off by welcoming everyone here tonight. Skip Kelley reminded us that this was "our" club and let's have fun.

Findlay Chevrolet: Doug Fleming recognized his 2 fellow Findlay representatives, Paul & Slim. Doug F. told us that Findlay's were going to receive 26 - 2014 new Corvettes: 18 Coup's & 8 Convertibles. Doug F. brought up our 2 Sponsor Liaisons: Scott Mergele & Ron Petersen. He thanked them for their participation and service. He also thanked Scott M. for the purchase of a new truck from Findlay.

A motion to approve the May meeting minutes was made by Terry Rees and seconded by Bob O'Brien. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: Connie Gentry reported that we are running on target, looking good. Connie G. stated that a full financial report is available on the website.

Old Business:
None

New Business:
Skip Kelley welcomed Hib Halverson from the Southern California/Southern Nevada Caravan Organizing Team to come and talk about the 2014 Caravan. Hib H. reported that this will be a 6 day trip to Bowling Green, KY. If interested he has flyers and information with him tonight.
Introduction of New and Prospective Members: Ellie Johnson reported we have 197 members. Guests attending were: Marlene Kolicius, Al Sears, Lou Winget, Geriary Brascia, Christianne Terry, Hib Halverson, Steven Evans, John Kindell and Jason Miller. Ellie J. then presented new member plaques to: Ken & Kay Thomas. Ellie J. also informed us that she would be going on vacation for July and August. Lin Hoernke will be filling in for her while she was away. Lin H. will also be mailing out the dues renewal for 2014. Election Committee: Benita Klaizner asked for any past Secretaries or Treasures to please come and state a little personal reason they served in these offices: Secretary - Cathy Wilson said she wanted to serve and this was the easiest job - take notes and help where needed. Treasurer - Connie Gentry said this job was like running a business: deposits, write check, balancing, go to bank & post office for a couple of hours a month, but that it wasn't an easy job.

Committee Reports:


Website: Pat Russell had response cards on the tables for your opinion for adding, taking off, new or old sections of the website. He also reported that he has added a C7 section, which also had a link to the GM website.

Drag Racing/Racer's Edge: Cathy Wilson handed out plaques to the fellow Drag Racer's/Racer's Edge participants: Scott Mergele - 1st Place NORC .4802; Ray Byrom - 2nd Place April 20, 2013; Pat Russell - Semi-Finalist June 2, 2013.

Storekeeper:
Cindy Fuller stated that there was a mix-up with the ladies 40th Anniversary T-shirts last month, she advised the ladies who received their shirts to be sure to check the collars. Club t-shirts are on order and the Club Polo shirts are special order item. Next month will be "Christmas in July" with special savings and sales. Cindy F. will be out next month and needs a volunteer to run the store during the July General Meeting.

Sponsor Liaison:
Scott Mergele reminded us that the Referral Cards are available at the Registration table. Scott M. stated that the Findlay Father's Day Car Show is this Saturday, 6/15, 8 AM - 1 PM. This is a Community Service event, $5.00 per person going to the Las Vegas Firefighters Burn Unit. Meet at Findlay's at 7 AM so that we can all go in together and park as a club.

Upcoming Events: Steve Tucker started a new event of "Ask the President a technical question" and this event is starting tonight....Steve T. asked Skip Kelley to come up for his questions: What is the difference between over steer and under steer? Skip K. answered; over steer - assend swings out, under steer - just the opposite. Steve T. stated that was a very good answer but that there was an alternate answer: with under steer you have to see what you're going to hit. Skip Kelley reported that the Sin City Supper this month will be held on Thursday, 6/27, 6:30 PM at Dillinger's in Boulder City. Cathy Wilson stated that the next Drag Racing event will be Saturday, 6/29, an evening race, check the website for time. Denise Karpa came up to tell us that she still had a ticket available for the Tuacahn Run play in St. George, 6/29 & 30. See her tonight or send her a email if interested. Skip Kelley spoke on the 60 for 60 coming up on Sunday, 6/30 at Sunset Park. Will meet at Findlay's at 8 AM for sign up and registration, then caravan to park. We will arrive at the park at 9 AM, the public will arrive at 10 AM. Skip K. also stated that he needs volunteers to help with sign up, parking, etc. See him after the meeting. Skip K. then reminded us that the next Cars & Coffee will be Saturday, 7/6, 7 AM - 10 AM. Connie Gentry came up to tell us to put on our calendars the Mt. Charleston Run on Saturday, 8/10 and this will be a Community Service event. Steve Tucker then told us that we are starting to receive calls from the local High Schools for there Homecomings. If you have a convertible or would like to coordinate one of these events to please give him a call.

Miscellaneous Announcements: Jim Gregorio has C6 tires for sale - cheap. Terry Rees stated that she has pictures of her son Troy's wedding here tonight. Stop by for a look. Benita Klaizner informed us that they will be leaving the first of July for their annual trip to Prague, Czech Republic.

Clean Car Award:
Larry Leard & John Fuller (winner last month) presented this month win to Bob Lista.

Badge Drawing:
Was not won this month.

50/50 Drawing:
Won by Rudy Blum

Corvette Trivia Drawing: Presented by Ray Byrom and won by Scott Mergele.

A motion to adjourn:
A motion to adjourn was made by Jim Gregorio and seconded by Irene Duis. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:18 PM.

Respectfully submitted: Brenda Cavallo, Secretary

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