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Minutes of the Nov. 11th, 2007 Meeting

Overview

The meeting started at 7:05 so we could finish viewing the multi-media show about NWACC’s 35-year history. This meeting was very full-featured, and included a presentation by representatives of the Web site Committee recommending a new Club Web site product. Please read on for highlights.

Agenda

Introductions and Approval of Minutes
October Recap, Treasurer, Committee Reports
Events and Activities
Club Web Site Report
Other Business and Raffle

Business Topics

A. Introductions and Approval of Minutes

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

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

Ovtober EventsRecap

CdeO Mystery Tour (Randy)

We tried something different this year. It was like the show “The Amazing Race” where you have to find a clue in order to receive the next clue. You knew you arrived at the right station, when you saw the friendly face of one of our club members waiting to give you the next clue. The final clue led us to the Red Lion just in time for lunch. Afterwards, most everyone joined up for an afternoon drive in very nice weather. Much fun!

NWACC Autocross at Shelton Airport (George)

It was a beautiful day for an autocross. The bad news was there were only 29 entrants; the good news was that meant everyone had seven runs. The course was a little faster than before—one Z06 red-lined in second gear. Lots of fun!

NWACC Banquet (Peggy)

Our club hosted the event. We were joined by members of three local Corvette clubs from Seattle, Tacoma, and the Portland area. The food was outstanding, and the highlight of the evening was a multimedia show of NWACC’s 35-year history spearheaded by Brian and Betsy. A great raffle with lots of nice prizes including three very generous contributions by Griot’s Garage. CdeO did quite well financially—although that wasn’t the reason for hosting, it was a nice side benefit.

Treasurer’s Report

Denny reported that we have the major expenses of the year in October. Even so, we were up a little bit of money at the end of last month because the Club made money on the NWACC banquet. Denny showed that we were under spent year-to-date, and outlined how we made money on the banquet. For financial details, please see the Web site.

Reports from Standing Committees-

Membership (Art)

Art reported that Lee and Terry Smith were eligible to be voted into the club. It was a unanimous vote! Please welcome Lee and Terry as new members of CdeO.

Sunshine (Frankie)

Nothing new to report.

Sponsorship (Peggy)

Nothing new to report

Scholarship (Cliff)

Cliff expected to hear about the recipients for this year on Monday. Jon announced that he forgot that there was information and copies of six letters from recipients in the CdeO mailbox. Jon will bring the packet of information to Cliff.

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)

The Web site is up-to-date. The October minutes and pictures of the NWACC banquet are now on the site. Nice job Dick Swanson for all of those great pictures!

NWACC (George/Meagan)

NWACC had its last meeting of the year the night of the banquet. Voted in new officers for the upcoming year. The new Vice President is Dave Kaiser, and the new Treasurer is Elvira Tucker. Barbara Waller is continuing as Secretary, and Meagan Renick is continuing as President.

C. Events and Activities

Before Next Meeting

Nov 25 – Olympia Downtown Christmas Parade (Jon)

CdeO is an official participant in the parade. We will meet at Swantown Marina and drive two blocks to the staging area. Another way to support our community. If you like, you can decorate your cars—it’s just a fun event..

Dec 1 – CdeO Holiday Party (Peggy)

Will be held at Panorama City. $18 per person/$36 per couple includes tax, tip, gratuity. Happy hour begins at 5:00; dinner at 6:00. The gift exchange is $15 - $20 per person. Must have the final count in on November 25th. If you change your mind and decide to go later, you can order off the menu.

Dec 8 – Toy Run (Randy)

Randy found the event off of the Corvette Forum. This will be the third year of the toy run. Last year 300 cars participated—not just corvettes. An excellent chance to do something nice in conjunction with the Marine Corp’s “Toys for Tots.” We will meet at the Park and Ride on Martin Way at noon on Dec. 8th. Bring a new toy…wrapping would be nice. Randy would like as many people as possible to join him.

Next Year

Jan 9 – CdeO Meeting (Italia Restaurant)

A new meeting place located by the promenade at the Capital Mall near Borders Books. Looks like a nice place. Larry passed around menus.

Feb 13 – CdeO Meeting (Election of Officers)

Nominations in January for a February vote.

On the Horizon

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

The team is already starting up. A sign-up sheet was passed around. Duncan, Mark and Sugar are on the team. Mark added that if you think you can be in a car with him for a couple of hours talking about clues, he could use your help. They aim to make it a fun rally.

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

D. Club Web Site

On behalf of the Web site Committee, Jon, Shoshanah, and Art presented key features of the Committee’s recommended Club software—Club Express. Since we didn’t have internet connectivity at Panorama City, Jon had pulled off some of the Web site pages and put them in a slideshow to demonstrate the look and feel of the site. He, along with Shoshanah and Art, walked us through many of the cool features. The new software has a $150 set up fee, and a monthly fee of .40 per member which comes to about $20 per month.
In the end, a motion was made to approve the Committee’s recommendation to activate the new Web site. The motion carried, and we have a direction for the Web site.

E. Other Business

Tax Deduction Spreadsheet – Brian will be sending out the spreadsheet via email. Many events and drives are charitable events. The spreadsheet includes a form for those of you who do itemize, and offers an example. You may be surprised by how much you can deduct.
Christmas Packages for Soldiers – Randy announced that the Lions club is putting together packages for soldiers for Christmas. Since we have a soldier that’s part of our group, Randy would like to put something together for him. Randy sent around a list of suggested items, and asked everyone to have their items to him by December 1st. Mostly, our soldiers would like letters that express our support and appreciation for what they’re doing.
Outstanding Member of the Year Voting – Jon sent out a description of the voting for the Outstanding Member of Year Award, and will be distributing ballots at the holiday party.
Brian’s Survey – The survey will be good feedback going into next year for new officers. He will compile them into a recommendation list for the E-board.
Reminder - Holiday Party, so NO December meeting!!!
Let’s Raffle! – Lynus won $12.00; he will bring the January prize.

The meeting was adjourned after the raffle at 8:20. See you at the next meeting on January 9th!

Submitted by Josette M.,
Secretary

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