ANNUAL MEETING • Friday, Feb. 18, 6pm • GV Elks
What happens at the annual meeting? Well, besides eating free pizza and talking with friends, normally, one of the largest number of the club's membership shows up at this event.

The big announcements at this meeting are the election results and the Member of the Year. The Member of the Year is chosen from the club members who received Service Awards announced at the Christmas Party in December. The eligible recipients this year are Thane A., Duke K., Landon S., Bud H., Don C., Bill R., Pat C., Kathy E., and Larry E..

All members will also have the opportunity to voice their opinion regarding a proposed change in the bylaws. The proposed change involves vehicles with American drive train 30 years or older. This will only affect the year model of car and not the type of car that qualifies for club membership. This change is proposed by the Membership Committee.

Also on the agenda is a talk with Butch Gardner with the Legislative Action Group (read the minutes from their last meeting)

2011 Car Show Chairpersons were announced at the January General Meeting: Thane A. and Duke K. have agreed to chair the show again.

They would like to have one or two others to work with them, so they can really retire after this year's car show. Duke announced the first car show meeting will be the second Tuesday in May.

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This will be the last time I write this column. No, I am not leaving the club or the board, but I will not be running for president next term. In spite of an offer of a 1000% increase in my salary (1000 X 0 = 0, for you non-mathematically inclined), it is time to let a new face be in front (and writer fill this space). When I took the office of president almost six years ago I know many thought, "He's never going to be Ray Yedding." They were right. As Sammy Davis, Jr. sang, "I've gotta be me." Same will be true for the next sucker . . . I mean honored recipient of the office. The club got behind me and supported me as I took over for a legend in this club. I trust the next president will receive the same support. I have learned over the years that I am not irreplaceable and that here is always someone who can do the job I do as well, if not better, than I.

Since I have your attention, I will take advantage of this "swan song" to hit a few important points. Trivia: legend has it that a swan never sings until right before it dies. Hmmm.

First, I want to say thanks to Dave G. for his six years of service on the board. He was sergeant-at-arms, which means he did a lot of lifting and toting of club equipment. Not a lot of glamor there, but a very needed job. And Dave did it well. Fortunately, Dave is a big, strong guy, but that does not lessen the value of his service to the club. Next time you see him, say, "Thanks." He just might have saved your back. I know I will miss having him on the board. Thanks, Dave.

As many now know, Thane and Duke have stepped forward to head next year's car show. Having these pros at the helm pretty much insures another success. Most chairs are also filled, so it looks like "full steam ahead." That does not mean everything is handled. There is still tons of work to do and everyone is needed. Find an area to plug in and do your part to make this show another resounding success.

I have been collating the surveys. I am glad to say that the vast majority of responders like what we do: the car show, the toy drive and helping the Salvation Army during the holidays. These things have come to define this club over the years and it is good to know the members still support them. I know I am proud when I walk into some local business wearing my club jacket and people come up to me and say, "A Roamin Angel, huh? You guys are cool." And they are not just talking about our cars. My favorite saying is that we are a car club, but a car club with a heart.I could ramble on for several more pages, but I've said enough over the last few years. It has been an honor to represent this club as president. And so, for the last time, I'll say . . .

'Nuff said, I'm outta here.

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January 24, 2011, 6pm
Salvation Army, Grass Valley

Board Members Present: Sheila A., Dave B., Mike C., Ron C., Terry E., Dave G., Edie H., Karen S.

The meeting was called to order at 6:07 p.m.
Motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting (Edie H./ Duke K.) Motion passed.
Motion to approve tonight's agenda (Edie H./Diane B.) Motion passed.
Motion to approve treasurer's report (Edie H./Diane B.) Motion passed.

Board Member Reports:
Dave B. announced the dates of the 2011 Mystery Tour will be Oct. 8-9.
Terry E. reported the Alaska cruise is on schedule.
Ron C. indicated we have received another check from Lucas Tate - $45.45

Old Business
Car Show 2011 – Thane and Duke will once again co-chair the car show for 2011. They would like to have one or two others to work with them, so they can really retire after this year's car show. Duke announced the first car show meeting will be the second Tuesday in May.
Soapbox Derby – Will be held on the Saturday of Father's Day weekend. Ron C. has information if anyone is interested in building/racing a car. There will be awards for Art (Creativity) and Science (Speed).
Annual Meeting – Friday, February 18 is the annual meeting at the Grass Valley Elks Lodge at 6 p.m. Butch Gardner will speak on legislation.
Membership Committee meeting – Edie H. announced that the committee is going to make a recommendation to change the bylaws allowing new members to join based on their cars being 30 years old. (1981 cars would qualify in 2011). There will be a secret, written ballot at the annual meeting for members to decide if they want to change this or not. She also indicated we should start wearing our name tags again.

New Business
Charitable donations committee – Terry E. and his committee will meet on Wednesday night and decide who will receive donations from the car show proceeds.
Events planning meeting – Sheila and Thane A. will host the events planning meeting on Saturday, February 12 at 1 p.m. in their ice cream shop. This is NOT a potluck, lunch will not be served, but ice cream will be available. If you have an idea for an event, bring it to the meeting and have it calendared.
April 16 race – All American Raceway and Bill MacAnally have invited us to attend their opening race again on Saturday, April 12. Participants will receive one free entry ticket, and get the second one for half price ($17).

Ron C. announced that there will not be a General Meeting in February.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

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