Corvettes de Olympia

Minutes of the May 9th, 2007 Meeting

Overview

With the bang of the gavel, Brian began the meeting promptly at 7:00 p.m. Similar to April’s meeting format, the agenda was streamlined to allow time after the business portion of the meeting for a presentation by George on the expansion plans of the National Corvette Museum. And, yet, much information was covered, as captured in the minutes below.

Note: Randy produced a picture video (“Muvee”) of 2006 CdeO Events which played in the background before the meeting began. Anyone interested in a copy should contact Randy.

Agenda

Introductions and Approval of Minutes
April Recap
Treasurer and Committee Reports
Upcoming Events and Other Business

Business Topics

A. Introductions and Approval of Minutes

The meeting began as usual with introductions, and moved into a quick review of the Vision.

The minutes from the April 11, 2007 meeting were approved with two changes proposed by Cliff Reichel.

B. April Recap

All-City Rally

Meagan reported that 56 entries participated in the rally this year. Out of 56 entries, 46 finished the race. The financial report is still a work in process; all receipts have not yet been submitted.

Spring Meet and Greet Picnic

Chris reported that we had a wonderful turnout for the picnic. After she and Bob reviewed the signup sheets, they discovered that nine clubs participated. The Tenino Club had a picnic in our area, yet they participated in our event as well. Other clubs said they would like to do it again next year. Randy mentioned that he was in charge of the weather—it was lovely!

C. Treasurer and Committee Reports

Treasurer’s Financial Report

Denny reported on the state of the finances. All the money collected for the rally has been deposited into the rally fund; rally expenses have been paid for out of the general account—we’re still waiting for final bills. Denny decided not to go through moving money around until all bills have been submitted. Randy added that the rally fund will disappear after the expenses have been paid, and profits from the rally will be moved into the scholarship fund. For details on a preliminary Profit and Loss from the rally, check with Denny.

Reports from Standing Committees-

Membership

Nothing new to report.

Web site

Art noted that the Web site is up to date. The April minutes and the results of the rally have been posted.

Sunshine

Frankie reported that everyone is healthy!

Sponsorship Committee

Nothing new to report.

Scholarship

Nothing new to report.

Historian

Nothing new to report.

National Corvette Museum (NCM)

George gave a special presentation on the museum as the last item of the meeting.

NWACC

Meagan has been elected President of NWACC. She reported that a meeting was held last Sunday during which they reviewed potential changes to bylaws and began looking into dates for the autocross this summer. George noted that the Seattle Marque Club will be hosting an autocross in Boeing’s parking lot on September 9th. Please check with either Meagan or George if you have questions about the autocross.

D. Upcoming Events and Other Business

Upcoming Events

Jon made special mention of the Club’s next three events:

Sequim Irrigation Festival Parade

Five cars have volunteered to carry the Capital Lakefair princesses this weekend.

Washington Coast Tour - Coming up on Saturday, May 26th.

If you have questions or want to see an itinerary, check with Randy.

Vette-a-Bration

Coming up the weekend of June 8 through 10th.

Note: In future, to more clearly indicate CdeO-sponsored events on the Events & Activities Information sheet, Jon will place an asterisk next to our Club’s events.

Ocean Shores Flag Day Parade

Coming up on Saturday, June 16th. Nick Strizic reported that we have only had a few responses. The parade dates back to the ‘70s and ‘80s—one of the only Flag Day parades in the Northwest. Staging begins at 10:00 at the Ocean Shores Convention Center. The parade starts at 11:00, and takes about 1 1/2 hours. Nick and Sandi are on the committee. The parade will have military tanks, a color guard, 500 people in the parade, and a few 1000 watching. May need a few convertibles for dignitaries. Final information available at the next CdeO meeting. For questions, please call Nick or Sandi.

Olympic Peninsula Weekend Tour

Randy reminded everyone that rooms must be reserved no later than July 20th.

Griot’s Garage Tech Session

For anyone interested in learning how to detail your car with products the garage has available, please see Art. Sessions are usually held on Saturdays; three dates currently available. They offer coffee and donuts, and the sessions last about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Update: The session will be June 2nd.

Yelm Chamber Foundation Car Show on June 2

The Yelm Chamber of Commerce is developing scholarships for children in the Rainier, Roy, and Tenino area. John Thompson reported that the car show will be held in the Yelm middle school parking lot. All proceeds go the education fund. Any car welcome - $10 donation. It will be held some time in June. It’s a fun show. They had about 50 cars turn out last year. They plan to sell hot dogs, and bring in booths. If the club brought enough cars, we could have a people’s choice award trophy. Starting at 9:00; trophies will be awarded at 3:30. Have 12 categories you can enter.

Other Business

E-board Meeting

Brian announced that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, June 7th from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Topics will include: The All-City Rally—what worked, what didn’t work. Web site ideas – Brian and Denny have been exploring some new ideas that they would like to present. Hospitality Day – explain what it is in conjunction with the High Performance Open House.

End of Summer Run

Coming up on September 22nd. Jon reported that rooms have been set aside at the Grey Gull. If you’re interested, reserve your room soon!

Titus-Will Chevrolet Open House

Coming up on October 6th from 11:00 until 2:00. Food will be provided.

Christmas Party

Peggy has been researching places for the Christmas party. Places are booking up fast. This year it will be held on December 1st at Panorama City.

Today’s Raffle

$18.00 went to Brian Mencke with the red C6; he will bring the June door prize.

The meeting was adjourned early as planned, and George then gave a video presentation on the National Corvette Museum. See you at the next meeting on June 13th!

Submitted by Josette M.,
Secretary