The meeting was called to order by President Skip Kelley at 7:30 PM in the Stallion Mountain Golf Club Grill Room. There were 9 guests present.

Skip Kelley started by stating a welcome to everyone here tonight. Skip K. also stated that fall was a great time for car events. Think about why you joined....if there's something that you would like to do - do it here. Jim Weeks brought pictures of the car, a C4, that 22 club members built. Then it was driven by club members at Silver State, Autocrosses, and for Drag Racing. Skip K. mentioned that a good way for our club to be seen is by attending other events like the Super Run coming up in September. Maybe even going for 1 day or an afternoon. We just need someone to Chair this event. Skip K. told us that at Cars & Coffee he met Peter Brock. This is the man who was one of the original designers, 1957, for the Stingray. He will be present next month at our General Meeting talking on Corvettes and his new book.

Findlay Chevrolet: Skip Kelley introduced Slim and Paul from Findlay's. Skip K. told us that Paul was a proud new owner of a 2009 Corvette. Slim thanked us greatly for the July receipts at Findlay's from LVCA members. Since there was such great response, Slim is extending the double discount for service - now 20% off - see Slim for your appointment, Paul does the work. Skip K. presented to the club the plaque from the Findlay Car Show for Most Club Participation. Donna Mergele accepted the plaque on behalf of Scott Mergele.

A motion to approve the July meeting minutes was made by Jan Tucker and seconded by Carl Corbett. Motion carried and passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Connie Gentry reported that we are doing great. Connie G. stated that a full financial report is available on the website.

Presidents Report: Skip Kelley reported that we are cruising along, July was a little slimmer than some months but then again it is summer time. Skip K. did remind us that we have some great events coming up, like the 40th Anniversary event. Plan on attending these events, all details will be coming soon.

Old Business: None

New Business: Introduction of New and Prospective Members: Lin Hoernke, filling in for Ellie Johnson who is on vacation, reported we have 197 members. Guests attending were: Jerry Lawrence, Michele Cox, Paul Pastane, Mel Jacobson, Chris C. Schuller, Eric Winston, Grae Haldeman, Elliott Simpson and Ron Schoelviopf. Lin H. reminded us that our yearly dues are coming up. She will be mailing these out of Sept. 1st and are due Oct. 1st. Election Committee: Ken Rees stated that elections are coming up for the 2014 year. If you are interested or know that you want to run please see any of the Directors, Lanny Lowman, Benita Klaizner, himself or President Skip Kelley. If you don't want to run for a Board Position, Ken R. stated that there are a number of volunteer positions that are available also. Skip K. brought Victor Rodriguez, Jr. up to talk about attending SEMA. Victor R. stated that he would like to see if we could get tickets as "Media", this type of entrance is free. We will need for publication participation: writing a column on cars, tips, events; submitting photos, and the such. SEMA is 11/5-8/13, 9-5 PM. If your interested in attending you will need to get your information into the Vetter for August & September issues. Please see Victor R. after the meeting if you are interested in attending so he can get a count of people.

Committee Reports:

Drag Racing/Racer's Edge: Ken Rees told us of the up coming Aug. 17th Autocross - Aug. 24th Drag Race. This will be the last Drag Race of the season.

Storekeeper: Cindy Fuller started off by saying it was going to start being cold soon. She then showed us the Levi jacket for men and a long sleeve light weight denim shirt for woman. Cindy F. also stated that she still has some 40th Anniversary t-shirts. If you placed an order for the Anniversary shirt, she has them tonight. Stop by and see other items that she has available.

Sunshine: Sally McVane reported that Bob & Ingrid O'Brien went to the NCCC Convention in Bowling Green. There Bob O. got 1st Place, in his class, for matching time; Ingrid O. received 3rd Place, in her class, for matching time; and Bob O. received Over All for Best Time. Frank Knewll, a prospective new member, spent 7 hours in the emergency room with walking pneumonia. Sally M. then read a letter she received from Herbie Hubcap, he is missing in action.

Upcoming Events: Steve Tucker asked Connie Gentry to come up to fill us in on her Mt. Charleston Runaway. Connie G. stated that we would meet at the Sante Fe at 9:30 AM on Saturday, 8/10. Lunch at the lodge will be $17.00 per person, this includes tip. Connie G. also stated that this is a Community Service event for St. Jude's at $5.00 per person. Amy Groves came up to tell us about Sin City Supper this month at Lola's, New Orlean's style food at 6:00 PM. Skip Kelley came up and told us that the next Cars & Coffee will be Saturday, 9/7 at 7 - 10 AM. Pat Russell came up to tell us that the Silver State Race is coming up on 9/12-15. There are 24 members volunteering their help and many of them are also racing. . Skip K. came back up to tell us about "Serenades of Life" - Doctors in Concert at the Smith's Center on 9/21, Saturday night, 7 PM. Tickets are $50.00 per person, which is seating on the main floor. This concert is a fund raiser for Nathan Adelson Hospice. Steve. T. then invited Victor Rodriguez Jr. to come up and tell us about Drive-In Movie Night. Victor R. stated movie night would be 9/28 with the movie being "Rush". He told us that he would have a flyer at next months General Meeting. Steve. T. brought up Bob Hulshouser. Bob H. informed us on the Corvette Roulette Findlay Corvette Car Show, 10/5, Saturday, 9-2 PM All judging will be "people's choice". This is also a Community Service for all members participating (you must be present), going to St. Jude's. Cost is $10.00 per car, and our goal this year is 100 cars.

Miscellaneous Announcements: Denise Karpa came up tell us that the Tuacahn Run raised $220.00 for St. Jude's. Denise K. then stated that she would no longer chair this event after many years, and that she would be handing her baton on to someone else. Bonnie Corbett came up to tell the folks that are going on the Monterey trip to please wear their club shirts. Jim Weeks stated that he is in need of a navigator for Silver State. Frank Caroll showed us that he is selling a C5 Window Valet for $50.00. Skip Kelley came up to announce that Luanne Montoya won the "Ball Drop" from the Henry's Place Gold Tournament for $1,000.00 Bob McVane told us that his friend is finished with his total re-do of his 96 C4. Completely redone inside and out. His friend is asking $15,000.00 OBO, if interested call Odie, 279-0805. Jim Gregorio stated that the Porsche Club was having a Track Day at Spring Mountain Race Track on 9/14-15. Contact Jim G. for more information. Everyone is welcome. Roy Hoernke came up to thank Amy & Mike Groves for the Sin City Suppers. Roy H. then read the history of the Peanut Can / Hubcap. Following Roy H., Lin Hoernke came up to read a letter that she received from Lincoln TC (Tin Can), a cousin of Herbie Hubcap. Lincoln TC would like to replace his cousin in our club or until Herbie comes back. Lin H. asked the club if they thought we should accept this offer and the club responded by cheering in favor. Lin H. then presented Ron Petersen with the new Lincoln TC, for he was the last person who had Herbie Hubcap.

Clean Car Award: Carl Hastings, standing in for Larry Leard this month, presented the plaque to this month's winner - Ken Kroeger

Badge Drawing: Was not won this month.

50/50 Drawing: Won by Jim Gregorio

Corvette Trivia Drawing: Presented by Darrell Wood and won by Carl Corbett.

A motion to adjourn: A motion to adjourn was made by Terry Rees and seconded by Sharron Grodzinsky. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:53 PM.

Respectfully submitted: Brenda Cavallo, Secretary