LVCA General Membership Meeting Minutes November 11, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Scott Mergele at 7:30 PM at McDonald Ranch Banquet Room. He also thanked the Ledwon's (Dennis & Nancy) & Ron Petersen for finding our meeting room. There were 60 members present. Scott Mergele welcomed everyone here tonight.

Findlay Chevrolet: Slim Stephens stated that we are the greatest and that it is an honor and privilege to be our sponsor. November's special in service is 25% discount, and a reminder that there are always discounts for buying a new car. Scott Mergele reported that he & Ron Petersen met with Findlay and they will be our sponsor again next year.

Motion to approve the October 2015 minutes: Nita Russell made the motion to approve as presented, Jim Gregorio seconded, motion passed, motion approved.

Birthdays: for this month were read by Scott Mergele.

President Report: Scott Mergele introduced Nick, manager of the restaurant & banquet room and thanked him for allowing us here tonight. Scott Mergele reported that the Mossyback event was last week-end in Laughlin. Everyone had a great time. There was a Poker Tournament on Friday night, the winner was Darrell Wood. Saturday was a Rally and crazy bowling. While there the bowling ball was taken out of Scott Mergele's car and showed up in many pictures along with the gavel at the bowling alley. $372.00 was raised for the club. Serenades of Life was a great show. Alter'd Ego, the band that Skip Kelley is in, won the Humanitarian Award that evening. Vettes for Vets at the Hard Rock Cafe had a total of 27 cars for the event. Many great raffle prices were won. Scott Mergele and Lin Hoernke met with Marie from the Landings Rest. and informed her that we would not be returning, she said that there are no hard feelings and we are always welcome back.

Old Business: Scott Mergele reported that he would be asking for an approval of this new meeting place at December's General Meeting.

New Business: Julie Cantonwine stated that she is in need of all members to renew their vehicle information and also all personal information with her: phone numbers, email addresses, home address, etc. You can either email her or give her your information at the next meeting. All documentation that you give her will be shredded and destroyed. Linda Simpson will bring index cards to December's meeting so anyone can write this information on. Election Nominations for 2016: Terry Rees made a motion to open the 2016 Election Nominations, Mark Wynne seconded motion. Motion carried and approved, nominations are open.

The following election nominations were made to the floor:
President - Kathy Clapp
A motion was made was made by Roy Hoernke and seconded by Cindy Fuller to accept the nomination of Kathy Clapp for President. Motion Passed, motion approved.
President - Skip Kelley
A motion was made was made by Denise Karpa and seconded by Gary Moore to accept the nomination of Skip Kelley for President. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Vice President - Holley Holran
A motion was made was made by Darrell Wood and seconded by Donna Mergele to accept the nomination of Holley Holran for Vice President. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Secretary - Nita Russell
A motion was made was made by Nancy Ledwon and seconded by Julie Cantonwine to accept the nomination of Nita Russell for Secretary. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Treasurer - Connie Gentry
A motion was made was made by Roy Hoernke and seconded by Jeff Blue to accept the nomination of Connie Gentry for Treasurer. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Treasurer - Pat Russell
A motion was made was made by Mark Wynne and seconded by Jim Gregorio to accept the nomination of Pat Russell for Treasurer. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Director - Cindy Fuller
A motion was made was made by Donna Mergele and seconded by Linda Simpson to accept the nomination of Cindy Fuller for Director. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Director - Carl Hastings
A motion was made was made by Gary Moore and seconded by Linda Simpson to accept the nomination of Carl Hastings for Director. Motion Passed, motion approved.
Director - Benita Klaizner
A motion was made was made by Larry Duis and seconded by Linda Simpson to accept the nomination of Benita Klaizner for Director. Motion Passed, motion approved.
A motion was made by Roy Hoernke to close the nominations for 2016 officers, this was seconded by Jeff Blue. Motion passed, motion approved.

Introduction of New & Prospective Members: Julie Cantonwine announced that we did not have any guests tonight.

Committee Reports:
Sunshine: Terry Rees reported that she has the arrangements that have been made for Jim Gregorius funeral, if you are interested see Terry after the meeting. Terry Rees read a Thank You note from Nita Russell to all for the plant she received from the club after her surgery. Terry Rees then asked all Veteran's to stand so that we can thank them for their service. She also wished everyone warm wishes for Thanksgiving.
Racer's Edge Series: Lanny Lowman handed out trophies from the Auto Cross last month: Lanny Lowman was 1st Place and Scott Mergele was 2nd Place. He then had trophies from Auto Cross #17 & #18 which was presented to Marvin Maize.
Storekeeper: Cindy Fuller stated it is getting cold and she has soft shell jackets for $65.00. She has long sleeve t-shirts for $15.00 and denim shirts are available for $35.00. There are even thermal mugs for $10.00
Upcoming Events: Roy Hoernke brought up Skip Kelley to report that the next Garage Gang will be Saturday, 11/14 at his house. The next Cars & Coffee will be Saturday, 12/5 at 8:00 AM. Lanny Lowman reported the last 2 Racers Edge Auto Cross will be Saturday, 11/15 for the season. Ken Rees informed us that this years "Dyno Shoot Out" will be combined with that months Garage Gang on Saturday, 12/12, there will also be a bar-be-que. It is $60.00 per car, it will run for 4 hours doing 5 cars an hour. Scott Mergele reported that the Suitcase Drive will be held at next months general meeting, Tuesday 12/8, so bring your suitcases, backpacks, ect. Ron Petersen reported the Awards Banquet will be held on Saturday, 1/23/16 at the Bear's Best in Summerlin.

Miscellaneous Announcements: Ken Rees stated that Tom Hill has C5 titanium 18" wheels for sale. Debra & Jim Leatham announced they will be hosting the Cookie Exchange this year at their house on Sunday, 12/13 more information to come at next months meeting. Skip Kelley reported that the band he is in, Alter'd Ego, will be playing at the Eastside Cannery on Saturday, 11/21 at 8:00 PM. Benita Klaizner thanked the Mossyback's for the great week-end event.

Clean Car Award: no award tonight.

Badge Drawing: was not won this month.

50/50: was won by Russ Riner.

Motion to Adjourn: was made by Roy Hoernke, seconded by Linda Simpson. The motion carried and was passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:44 PM.

Respectfully submitted by: Brenda Cavallo, Secretary