CHIPPEWA VALLEY CORVETTE CLUB
MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2026 MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 6: 40 PM by President LewisHarrison at Rally Caps in Chippewa Falls. Our veterans led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present: Sue Klingman, Tom Rohrer, Rick Amundson, Jerry and Linda Salow, Bruce Parezek, Paul and Janet Kosower, Harvey and Carol Baumbach, Sarah O'Neil, Barb Corbin, Steve Coach, Jared and Barb Spitsburger, Barb Sturgis, Greg and Doreen Zickert, Pat and Nancy Snyder, Larry Schaefer and Cindy Komornick, Kelly Roberts, Doug Skapyak, Larry Johnson, Lewis and Judy Harrison and Jack Halbleib and Margaret Sime.
Guests: No new guests or prospective members tonight.
Approval of Minutes: Minutes of April 14, 2026 were distributed electronically and available at the meeting. Correction to Treasurer's Report: The April Balance in Savings was incorrectly noted at $1,354.79 (the Checking Balance). The correct Savings Balance was $1,734.59. The Total Balance reported of $3089.38 was correct. Amended Minutes Approved on a Motion by Tom Rohrer/Steve Coach: Carried
Treasurer's Report: Sarah presented the Treasurer's Report. Income received: Dividend: $0.59, Dues: $100.00, 50/50: $45.00, Expenses: Clings (Pete Klug) $205.73, Annual Filing WI Dept of Financial Institutions (Jack Halbleib) $25.00 for a Savings Balance of $1,734.59 and Checking Balance of $1,270.06 for a Total Balance of $3,004.65. Motion to Accept by Harvey Baumbach/Jerry Salow: Carried.
DUES ARE DUE NOW!!!! $25.00 per couple, pay Treasurer Sarah O'Neil. If you haven't completed a current information card (your address, email, phone etc) please get one from her!
Old Business:
Need window clings? Clings will be provided to members as needed (new car, don't have one etc) as well as to new members.
Let Sue know if you need a name tag. Remember to wear your name tag or pay $1.00 at meetings. Tom will take a picture of your new ride or if you are a new member or send one you take. Fill out the new info cards if you haven't done so.
JBC in Neillsville has our logo ($5) and can add your name ($3). They have a wide selection of shirts that are high quality and very reasonably priced. Online: www.jbcscreenprinting.com or call at 715-743-3113.
Member Website: www.chippewavalleycorvettes.com.
Sponsor Update: We are current and appreciate our sponsor, Gunderson Chev. THANK YOU GUNDERSON CHEVROLET!!!
Repair List/Tech Issues: Jack reported the 2014 Lingenfelter C7 is acting up. Scheduled to go into the shop soon and will report next meeting. Paul K reported some software/transmission issues with his C8. Apparently 2023's have had such issues.
Liability Insurance: Follow up discussion on obtaining a separate Liability Insurance policy for the Club. Lewis and Larry Schaefer both reported on their research. John Van Hove and Warren Busjahn were not present at the meeting. On a motion by Bruce Parezek/Larry Schaefer the Ad Hoc Insurance Committee was reactivated and will meet and bring a recommendation for action at the next Club Meeting. Carried
New Business:
Sunshine Committee- No update on member issues. Remember to let Warren know of any Club Member health issues (or celebrations).
Ridemaster Report:
The ride on Saturday, May 2 was led by Jack Halbleib as Ridemaster Lew wasn't able to attend. Fourteen Vettes made the run through NE Chippewa County. Ate at Drywood Tavern. Good food, nice weather, good time!
Greg and Doreen Zickert will lead us to Castle Hill Friday Night Buffet in Merrilan. See details below!
50/50 drawing of $45 went to Tom Rohrer!!!
As a result of our Liability Insurance Status our Club's 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Status was researched. Secretary Jack has the original IRS Determination Letter. Jack is researching to see that we are compliant in all respects and will report at the next meeting.
Upcoming Events:
Fri – May 29: Ride and Dine to Castle Hill in Merrilan (near Black River Falls). Meet 4:30 in Osseo at McD's. Greg and Doreen will meet and lead us to the buffet dinner!
Sun – May 31: All GM Car/Truck Show & Swap Meet: MN State Fairgrunds
Thur – Sat June 4-6, Corvette Adventures, Wisconsin Dells (Greg/Doreen)
Sun – June 7: Fond du Vettes ride around Lake Winnebago (Greg/Doreen)
Weds-Sat- July 15-18: Black Hills Corvette Classic, Spearfish, SD (Greg/Doreen)
Sat- Aug 8: Keyes All Corvette Show, Menomonie, WI
Sat- Aug 15: Cornerstone Chevy All Corvette Show, Stillwater, MN
Fri-Sat-Oct 9-10: Suburban Chev Fall Ride
Next Meeting: TUESDAY, JUNE 9, Rally Caps, eat 5:30ish, meeting to follow around 6:45PM.
Adjournment: Motion at 7:40 by Tom Rohrer/Jerry Salow: Carried