New President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, January 5, 2010. There were 62 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as written in newsletter.
President Bob's first achievement was to give the officers of the club a 10% pay increase.
Any comments send them his way at rwmcconchie@comcast.net
First Time Attendees/Guests
We had two guests for the evening, Graham and Nancy Dell. Graham told us he owns a '65 Covair Yanko Stinger'. Secretary Joan asked them after the meeting if they enjoyed the meeting, they said yes, and hope to see them again.
Treasurer's Report - Jim Rairigh
November 2009
START $ 6051.37
Intake:
Party 1725.00
Dues 1180.00
50/50 129.00
Fun Meters 4.00
Exhaust:
Joan Reeves, tape recorder 57.27
FINISH $ 9033.10
December 2009
START 9033.10
Intake:
Party 1275.00
Dues 475.00
Exhaust:
Bay Printing 12.00
Judy Biddle, Sunshine 7.40
Richard Turner, party refund 75.00
Clarice Rairigh, stamps/envelopes 98.20
CPO Club, 2010 party 100.00
CPO Club, 2009 party 3466.54
Jim Ducken, party band 400.00
FINISH $ 6541.21
Joan Reeves read Jim's report for the last two months of the year.
Treasurer's report was approved as read. Joan is accepting dues for 2010 while Jim is out of town. Dues are $25 per person. If dues are not renewed by January 31, a letter will be sent out to remind members that if not paid you will be dropped from the roster by March 1, 2010.
Membership – Duane Dillard
Gail Jaeger gave up membership chair to Duane Dillard. He reported that as of his last count there were 110 paid members. He reminded everyone that new rosters will be coming out soon and get any corrections to your address, phone no.'s, email addresses, and car info to Duane ASAP.
Prez Bob made 200 copies of our membership application and requested that we take at least two with us to promote our club and possibly increase our numbers.
Car Show Committee – Mel Rogers and Dan Terrill
No report. Please contact Mel or Dan if you have a cruise to plan or have an idea about one. They will help you or assist in the planning or organize it. Keep in mind no idea is a bad one.
Sunshine Committee – Brenda Ackley
Brenda told us that three get well cards were sent out in December for various health problems. They were sent to Bill Morrow, Chuck Stone, and Kathy Hammer.
Contact Brenda Ackley if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-679-8363 or email
backley@webtj.net.
Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Lyla encouraged the membership to set up a social event or call and ask her what or how to do it. It's not hard, try it! Only one event scheduled so far. Those who don't get email may not know about it until after it happens. You see it's good to attend a meeting! Hope to see you at the next one February 2. Possibly a Valentine's social will come about?
Dinner Social, January 12, 2010 "GOOD TIMES" Restaurant, Old Town Mall downtown Oak Harbor, 6:00 pm. Ask them if they have a Senior Discount!
Contact Lyla to get on the attendance list for any of the above events. If anyone would like to plan an event, have all the details, send it to Lyla in an email to send out to all the club members. Contact her
360-675-2925 or email lillis55@comcast.net.
macnfeather@comcast.net.
Car Show Committee – Matt McMillan
No Report
***See the Calendar at a Glance which lists the car shows Matt mentioned plus others. If you have any questions about the shows or know of a car show contact Matt at 360-682-6722. His email address is
Website/Photographer – Ed Hammond
Webpage has been updated with new club officers and Ed wondered why there was no music when he logged in, so he will consult Ed Jr. Ed also mentioned that on Friday the 8th of January at 11:30a.m. There will be a special tour for the Whidbey Cruzers of the PBY Memorial display at Bldg 12. Anyone is able to go on the Seaplane Base. He is hoping to see a good turnout.
Historian – Ray Payuer
Ray Payeur is looking for someone to take over, Harry Abbot? He brought the history book of members and their cars. He gave our two guests a chance to browse, an encouraged members to upgrade their pictures and info.
Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Bruce started off by taking Harry Abbotts VP Minute segment and telling us about an entry in his log book (A HARRY MOMENT!). Something about hairy apes, no punch line, anyway "don't give up your day job", Harry said to Bruce!
He talked about the new tech indicator lights, computer mechanized, etc. CHECK ENG LIGHT goes on, OIL LIGHT, all kinds of sensors, etc. DO NOT IGNORE THESE LIGHTS. Find out watch these lights are telling you before you go and drive too long or far. Please check your manual, or you can use a meter under the dash to find out the codes tell you what's wrong. This was a long discussion with strong club participation. You can probably still drive with some indicator lights showing. Funny comments were made such as "my husband said go ahead and drive it". Someone said that Auto Zone will check the codes for you. Contact Bruce Biddle at 360-675-6970 for questions and advice. I think this outdid Harry's VP minute, time wise!
NEW BUSINESS:
1. 2010 Christmas Party – Vice President Tim Oest verified that our party will be Saturday, December 18, 2010 at the CPO Club. He said we were lucky to get that date because December was already booked.
Events Calendar at a Glance
Date Event Location POC
01/12 Dinner Social Good Times Restaurant 360-675-2925
02/02 Potluck/Gen Mtg. Oak Harbor Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
03/02 Potluck/Gen Mtg. Oak Harbor Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party CPO Club 360-679-7936
*****REMEMBER – EVERY FRIDAY EVENING THE WHIDBEY CRUZERS AND THEIR FRIENDS HAVE A SOCIAL GATHERING TO GOSSIP, FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AND TALK CARS!!! DON'T MISS OUT, COME, ENJOY, AND ADD YOUR COMMENTS AND OPINIONS AND SHOW OFF YOUR VEHICLE(S). 5:00 – 7:00 PM AT THE PIZZA FACTORY. 50/50 and Door Prize Drawings:
50/50 Winner: Carol Stone $103.00
Bucket Dude was Ray Payeur in absence of November's winner Bruce Johnson. Door prizes this month are 6 garage car signs, tool box, Stanley Multi Tool/Knife, 2 model cars, trailer birdhouse, bath set, 2 fans, T-shirt, watches, wrapped present, and a President's surprise package. Winners: Jim Gleeson, Brian Thompson, Nancy Dell, Don Sullivan, Gail Jaeger, Lynn Holmes, Duane Dillard, Jim Flowers, Dan Terrill, Harry Gibson, Brenda Ackley, Linda Haddon, Archie Lillis, Dick Shanniak, and Rick Klemencic.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. Bruce Biddle asked everyone to thank Harry Abbott and Harry included his committee on the outstanding job they did on the Christmas Party. The table decorations were great, and the center pieces were phenomenal in creativity. For those who didn't attend they were metal car parts sand blasted and welded together as a statuesque, all different in size and shape for each table, thanks to Bruce and Harry's time an effort. Thanks again to all the committee.
Our next meeting is February 2, 2010. (Please note the corrected date!)
Potluck begins at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share, plates, utensils, and a drink if you wish. A general meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. Meet your new President and Vice President. If you don't come to a meeting you really are missing out on a hilarious adventure, anything can happen. Remember to sign in at the entrance.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
FEBRUARY
George Reeves 3
Molly McIntosh 4
Lisa Morrison 4
Catherine Hernkind 8
Don Sullivan 13
Barrett Taft 16
Michael Morrison 17
Jim Smith 20
Joanne Tatom 20
Lenore Voit 20
Rollin Whited 21
Martin Abrahamse 26
Ron Teker 27
Dick Shanniak 27
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
FEBRUARY
Vic/Judy Gabrenas 3
Jim Smith/Sandy Overton 14
Rob/Dawn VanDyk 14
Dan/Ruth Terrill 23
FROM YOUR SECRETARY
I will print any corrections/additions to the minutes/newsletter in the "FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER"
section of the newsletter when advised.
REQUEST: Please speak loudly when addressing the membership or giving a report so I don't miss out on important information. Our meetings are fun, crazy, and informative and I want to make sure I get the correct info to you. If I miss a birthday, anniversary, or info wrong in this newsletter, please let me know. 360-679-7936 Thanks!
It is my goal in regards to the newsletter, to complete it, mail it, and be on the website by or before the 15th of the month. I would like to receive committee reports via email trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net or on paper at the monthly meetings and/or by the Friday following the monthly meeting. Thanks again.
PRESDENT'S CORNER:
Good morning Whidbey Cruzers and congratulations on the start of a new year.
WOW: What a great meeting last Tuesday. I don't think I can say enough about the support all of you bring to our club. Just - WOW.
We ended 2009 with the best Christmas party, EVER. I can only imagine the work that was put into insuring its success. If I thought I could get away with it I would nominate Harry Abbott as permanent Party Coordinator. Do I hear a second? Thanks again, Harry, and to all of you who made it the best, EVER.
I know Bill Morrow wishes he could have been there in person as he was their in our hearts. He has a more important job now and that is to get well. We are looking forward to seeing him at the February meeting. Work hard, Bill. We will see you soon. PS: Thanks for the skivvies.
The New Year:
My first achievement as your new President was to authorize a 10% pay increase for all members of the board. Hopefully we will all get more than we pay for.
I look forward to shop visits. Our Tech Advisor, Bruce Biddle, seems to be a natural at setting those up. I'm sure I can pick his brain for help. I want every shop to have the opportunity to brag about itself. Part of the fun of having our rides is the fun of seeing what someone else can do and is doing. I speak from experience when I tell you that I have seen some things that were almost magical come out of some of the most modest of shops. Skill and smarts can overcome almost any lack of equipment. It is always most impressive. I'm anxious to have you boast about your projects.
I also believe we should work on solidifying our membership. I encourage each of you to bring in new members like Graham and Nancy Bell (hopefully) and their bright red Corvair. It's a beauty. Make sure you have copies of the membership application so you will be ready whenever the opportunity hits you to introduce some one to the Whidbey Cruzers. Also, I want you to encourage other members that we do not often see at the meetings to attend with us. They can only add to the benefit of all.
From me, your Vice President: Tim Oest, your Secretary: Joan Reeves, your Treasurer: Jim Rairigh, have a safe 2010.
