Corvettes de Olympia

Minutes of the Oct. 10th, 2007 Meeting

Overview

At the sound of the gavel, Brian began the meeting promptly at 7:00 p.m. We had a very good turnout, and even voted in a new member. So far, it has been such a privilege to participate in so many fun events this year, but it’s not over yet…we still have three more big events to go.

Agenda

• Introductions and Approval of Minutes
  
• September Recap, Treasurer, Committee Reports
  
• Events and Activities
  
• Work in Progress
  
• Other Business

Business Topics

A. Introductions and Approval of Minutes

The usual round of introductions was made, and the motion to approve the minutes passed.

B. September Events Recap, Treasurer’s Report and Committee Reports

September EventsRecap

Summer’s End Car Show at Lacey

Randy reported that we didn’t win anything, and we didn’t get wet. A great turnout of over 300 cars.

End-of-Summer Coast Weekend

We came in under our expected budget by $3.00. Everyone had their favorite moments, for Brian it was the last leg of the run down the coast to Ocean Shores. Eric and Miranda were able to join us. Eric arrived in Eric’s style—spinning his way into the Barnes and Noble parking lot—sideways. It was a fun trip from beginning to end, and a great way to end summer cruising.

Titus-Will Open House

We had a good turnout—21 cars from CdeO and three from Classical Glass. It was the first time in two years that Lynus had his car in the rain. Jamie Will from Titus-Will was appreciative; he heard good reports from his staff about the event. We did well by our sponsor. Thanks to all for coming out in the rain beyond the call of duty. Excellent food from Marv’s Barbeque.

North Thurston, Timberline, and Olympia High School Homecomings

Brian reported that we participated in more homecomings this year…three this last month, another one tomorrow. We have pretty much covered the city—River Ridge still to go. This will be the last year for Timberline, because they are putting down a wood floor in the gymnasium.

Treasurer’s Report

September is the last month of not much happening financially. We seemed to be frugal, and we are not spending a lot of money..

Reports from Standing Committees-

Membership (Art)

Art reported that John Thomson was eligible to be voted in. As is our custom, John was asked to leave the room while we took a vote—it was a unanimous vote. Please welcome John and his wife, Linda, as new members of CdeO.

Sunshine (Frankie)

It was with sadness that the passing of Jan Halliday was announced. Jan and her husband, Mike Halliday, were early members of CdeO. In fact, in 1982 they won the Bremerton autocross. Frankie sent a card to Mike.

Sponsorship (Peggy)

Nothing new to report

Historian (Meagan)

It was agreed that tonight was the last night we would request a report from the Club Historian since this role has now been replaced by posting pictures on the Web site and saving them to disk.

Scholarship

Nothing new to report

National Corvette Museum (NCM) (George)

George reported that the museum is beginning to wind down. Most of the major raffles are done. The museum is starting their remodel and construction project. They plan to have the remodel completed in time for the 50th anniversary caravan on Labor Day of 2009. There should be approximately 5,000 to 7,000 Corvettes for this event.

Web site (Art)

Art is waiting for pictures from the last two events; otherwise, it’s up-to-date

NWACC (George/Meagan)

The autocross meets this Sunday, October 14. Weather looks like it will be nice. NWACC is also celebrating its 35th anniversary. The NWACC banquet is coming up on Saturday, November 3rd. Everyone is welcome.

C. Events and Activities

Before Next Meeting

Oct 14 – Mystery Tour (Randy)

As Randy announced—it’s a mystery! It begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Winged Victory statue in front of the State Capitol downtown off of 14th. The weather promises to be in the mid 60’s. Something new and out of the box. Jon asked whether that was the part where you’re driving on logging trails? Should be fun and different.

Oct 14 – NWACC Shelton Autocross (Meagan)

Meagan noted that the topic was covered earlier in the meeting.

On the Horizon

Nov 3 – NWACC Awards Banquet (Peggy)

CdeO is hosting the NWACC year-end and 35th anniversary banquet this year at the Chambers House Restaurant at Panorama City. Guests will be arriving at the banquet from the Seattle Marque, Classical Glass, and Rose City Corvette Clubs and more. We are producing a new slide show for the occasion. The No-Host Bar starts at 5:30; a banquet dinner will be served around 6:30 that includes ordering off the menu. Vinnie will be part of the entertainment—he will MC the awards and raffle portion of the evening. Sign up to make this an evening to remember!

Dec 1 – CdeO Holiday Party – (Peggy)

Also held at the Chambers House Restaurant at Panorama City. We still have a little more time for signups.

Next Year

Apr 6 ‘08 All-City Rally XXVII Pre-run (Brian)

Apr 20 ‘08 All-City Rally XXVII Rally (Brian)

D. Work in Progress

NWACC Awards Banquet

See above in Section C, “On the Horizon.”

Next Generation Web Site

Our current web site is very serviceable and informative, but we miss features that make our Web site more interactive. For example, a secure area for Club member phone numbers, pictures of each club member with their name and Corvette, a membership database, and an area to sell parts. The committee will meet this month to select new club Web software, and then will develop a Web site prototype. Watch for a prototype of the site at the January meeting.

New Meeting Space

The Tumwater Bar & Grill will no longer be open as of the 31st of this month. Where will we go? Larry W. reported that it’s challenging to find a place that has a room the size we need. Peggy has done a great job of checking out a lot of places. We’re planning to meet at the Chambers House Restaurant in November, subject to confirmation. The committee chaired by Larry and Maggie W. are looking into more options. We’ll send out an email in plenty of time to plan. Will put the new meeting place in the Newsletter, post it on Web site, and send out emails to the Club—plus, use a phone tree, if necessary, to reach anyone we may have missed.

E. Other Business

• All-City Rally— A committee has been formed. Brian will serve as rally master. Duncan, Mark T, and Sugar have agreed to play lead roles in helping to organize the rally for next year. We’re going to start planning in earnest at the beginning of November after the NWACC banquet. Lessons learned from prior rallies will be included.
• Contact Larry J. for T-shirts from the Olympus Rally, and he still has a few T-shirts available from the recent Open House.
• Let’s Raffle! – $28.00 went to Frankie; she will bring the November prize. Special thanks to Sugar for the October prize—a basket that included a bottle of wine, smoked salmon, and a $25.00 gift certificate for dinner. You made Miranda very happy.

The meeting was adjourned after the raffle at 7:45. See you at the next meeting on November 14th!

Submitted by Josette M.,
Secretary