Chippewa Valley Corvette Meeting, January 10, 2012
The monthly meeting of CVCC was held at 29 Pines on January 10, 2012. Meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM following supper by President Doug Skapyak.
In the absence of Frank Vanacek, Club Secretary, Jack Halbleib alternate Secretary took the Minutes.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Lewis and Judy Harrison, John and Debbie Van Hove, Pat Snyder, Jerry and Linda Salow, Jerry and Sally Siler, Don and Sue Klingman, Doug Skapyak, Tom Rohrer, Marv Braund, Rocky Heitke and Ronnie Larson, Paul Kosower, Warren and Joan Busjahn and Jack and Mary Lee Halbleib.
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 11,2011: were distributed earlier and no formal minutes were taken since those were completed.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Sue Klingman reported a current balance of $1103.77 as of today, plus $105.00 in the brick fund and $70.00 in the Sunshine Fund. Several checks were written included CVTC Scholarship $500.00, Feed My People $300.00, $15.71 for Christmas Party gifts, and $71.99 to Tom R. NCCC dues of $850.00 were also paid. Treasurer’s report was accepted without motion.
GOVERNOR’S REPORT: John Von Hove reported for Pete Klug, our Governor. All members have paid their dues!!!! As noted NCCC dues are also paid.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. New Clings for Car Shows/Parades: Several members have already purchased window clings but more are available. If interested contact Pete Krug or Pres Doug.
B. Museum Bricks: No new interest by Club Members in buying individual bricks surrounding our Club one. Cost is $125 but may be $100 due to Club membership in the Museum. If interested see Tom R for more info or go to Museum Website.
C. Club Member Pictures: If Pete didn’t get a picture of you and your ride for the Club website, look for opportunities to do so yet this year or in the Spring. If you have a digital picture you can also email to Tom Rohrer and he will add to website.
D. Logo Apparel: Lewis and Judy showed off their new shirts from Fleet Feet. Both the Harrisons and the Von Hoves had problems with the pricing there so be sure to get your order confirmed in writing. We own our logo so it is available for other vendors to use as well. Check with Pete, Tom R or John for more info on this.
E. Face Book Page: Be sure to check the Club’s Face Book Page. Good stuff!!!!
F. Christmas Party Feedback: We had a nice time at the party. Some of the food was cold or needed more cooking (raw shrimp). Discussion of other sites for the party. Action: We'll discuss this more.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. MAIL: Nothing new reported. Skap didn’t get a chance to check the box!
B. VALENTINE MEETING/PARTY: Tom R reported that Mike’s Smoke House is offering Prime Rib for Two, Four sides and Bread Pudding for $25 a couple!!!
After discussion and checking on other offers (such as at 29 Pines) the Club made a decision on a Motion by Tom R/Paul K: Carried that we will have our next regular meeting at Mike’s Smoke House on February 14 at 6:00 PM.
C. CVTC SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION: Who would like to represent the Club when we give out our scholarship in April? Let Skap know if interested.
D. SPRINGFEST AT CHIPPEWA FALLS FAIRGROUNDS: Guest Sheldon Gough from the Chippewa Falls Rotary Club addressed the group about the
Second annual Spring Fest to be held April 27-29 at the Chippewa Fairgrounds. The sponsors will raise money for community activities and would like to invite
Our club (and the Indianhead Car Club) to show our cars on Sunday, April 29
From 1:00 to 4:00 PM. (Free admission is offered with the car and one passenger.
E. NEXT MEMBER CORVETTE HISTORY: Who will be the next member to tell us all about their “Corvette History”. This has been a very popular part of our recent meetings. If you haven’t told us how you came to own the “Plastic Fantastic” please consider doing so.
MEMBER NEWS:
Linda Tompter is healing from her serious broken leg issues. She is currently in an Assisted Living Center until she can resume therapy at Dove. We have sent her a card and flowers from the Club. Keep her in your prayers. Linda S. is doing GREAT!!!.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
February 14 (Tues)– next meeting and SWEETHEART DINNER at Mike’s Smoke House in Eau Claire – 6:00 PM. See details in minutes!!!
April 28 (Sat) – Maybe a “Spring Tune Up Run”? Need a captain to guide us!!!
April 29 (Sun) – SPRINGFEST CAR SHOW at Chippewa Fairgrounds – see minutes for details.
June 2 (Sat) - CAR SHOW AT MARQUART MOTORS –Plan to work and Show!!!
ADJOURNED: at 8:05 PM on Motion by Lewis H/Warren: CARRIED
RECORDED BY: Jack Halbleib, Secretary Pro Tem