Announced at the Annual Meeting was the Member of the Year - Lynne F. Lynne wasn't able to make it to the Meeting but accepted her award at the General Meeting on Feb. 22.

From Lynne: What an incredible honor to be selected as the Member of the Year. Thank you hardly covers the pride I feel in being so honored. I am embarrassed that I was not there to accept the award and for that I apologize. (Our daughter had our very first grandchild and she needed assistance so I was with her.) To be rewarded for something you love doing is even more significant.

The Salvation Army has always had a special place in my heart long before becoming a member of the RA's. It was only natural that I continue to do for them what I'd done in the past in other branches.

Thank you again for such a special privilege and honor!

At the General Meeting - Clare M. received her "Outstanding Service Award" for all that she does including the car show raffles and organizing and expediting the newsletter distribution every month.

AUTORAMA - We took FIRST PLACE for our great Mardi Gras Display! Thank you to Terry E., Chuck F., Doug V. and Don C. and all the other folks that helped for all the hard work!!!

CLUB RADIOS: If you have not turned in your radio to Dave Garber, please do so by Friday, March 5. The club is paying for club radios to be checked and synced together on the same frequency. If you do not turn in your radio to have it worked on, you will be able to hear but you will not be able to talk with the other club members’ radios. Contact Dave G. for more info: 432-0396

Roamin Angel BALL CAPS: The ball caps are in the process of being made. If you signed up for a Roamin Angel ball caps or you would still like to have one, please see Don C. 273-9371. The caps are $10 each. Payment is due now. Either see Don at one of the meetings or send your check to PO Box 222, Chicago Park, CA 95712. Thank you!

Salvation Army - If any of you have decided to do your Spring Closet Cleaning early and come across extra sheets, towels, pots and pans or dishes (they must be clean and in good condition) the Salvation Army would love to have them. They should be marked for the Christmas Distribution List for 2009. That way, those who were in need and we were unable to provide, will now get these items.

I think this is a really good way to start off 2010 by giving directly to the Headquarters of the Salvation Army rather than donating to their Thrift Store. You can contact me if you have any questions at 274-6480. Thank you...Lynne

And the winner of the Gold at Autorama is . . . the Roamin Angels! Terry E. and his crew of Chuck F., Doug V. and Don C. were greatly assisted by Diane B. and Sue B. to make it happen. The display was fantastic and kudos to all that made it happen. Although ticket sales were disappointing, that had to do with lower attendance, bad location with no signs leading to the building and a rock band that was deafening. I know it was not for lack of club effort because many turned up to help sell tickets and it definitely wasn’t due to lack of an eye-catching display. Thanks to all who helped.

With a big Autorama behind us, the board will be focusing on the results of the survey. The figures are in this newsletter, but what do they mean? Let’s look at the questions in numerical order. The club strongly supports working with the Salvation Army to help the community during Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is a lot of work, but rewarding. We also get something in return: a place to hold meetings at no cost. We hold our general meetings and our car show meetings in a nice facility. We help the community through the Salvation Army and they help us.

The second question was about expanding the scholarship program to the Auburn ROP. Some were strongly against it and others strongly for, but it did pass by a small majority of the votes. The board will be looking into how to implement this. Unfortunately, you cannot make everyone happy, no matter what, so we will do the best we can to keep in mind the wishes of the minority while following the majority’s desire.

Next is the changing of the club radios, which was strongly defeated. Enough said on that. Let’s move to adding another type of membership. This question was worded to be very limited and aimed to accommodate those who have been regular members. Again, we will act cautiously about changing the rules for membership, but this passed strongly, so we will follow the wishes of the majority.

Question 5 shows that IHOP has a strong popularity with the club. I have to say that their staff busts their rears to get the orders in and out promptly. While the building isn’t perfectly laid out, it is comfortable and IHOP is glad to have us.

When it comes to club events, the club is generally quite pleased. A few did express the opinion that there should only be “car” events (which, in itself, is open to interpretation), but the responses for each activity show that most members want variety. As Den R. once said to me, the way to vote is with your feet. If members attend, then they must like it. One comment stated it very well: “I think all events should be placed on the calendar. Those that you’re interested in - attend. Those you’re not - other people might like. As long as you have people willing to organize events, I say, God bless them.” So if you see an event you like, attend. If you want an event that is not on the calendar, organize it. Simple as that.

Lastly, the members said they are pleased with their membership in the club. Strongly. Does that mean there is not room for improvement? Of course not and the board will keep working to do so. But we need input, whether it be from surveys or suggestions, and help in doing so.

Well, this has been longer than I planned and I am sure the person who wrote that he or she wishes the president wouldn’t talk so much has already stopped reading, but much had to be covered. So, with that, I’ll say . . .

'Nuff said, I'm outta here.

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Monday, January 25, 2010

The meeting began with representatives from the local community receiving their donations from the Roamin Angels from the 2009 car show proceeds. Those organizations were: The Boy Scouts. Nevada Union Girls Soft Ball, Grass Valley Firefighters and Dr. Greg Porter, Animal Save, DVSAC, Care Crisis Center, PAL, Wolf Mountain-Angel Program, Interfaith Food Ministry, Gold Country Community Center and the ACCC.

Vic R. invited Bob Stearns from the ACCC to speak to the members regarding the situation in Sacramento. It appears our state legislators are really trying to drive a spike into the heart of the car club enthusiast. Bob gave a very informative speech, and is requesting EVERYONE’s help in killing these bills as they appear. If you can give ANY time at all, please contact Vic R., and he will direct you.

Following Open Forum, the general meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. All board members were present, as well as 45 members/spouses.

Motion to approve the minutes from the last meeting (Edie H./ Lynne F.) Motion passed. Motion to approve tonight’s agenda (George M./Lynne F.) Motion Passed. Sheila A. gave a brief treasurer’s report, Motion to approve (Edie H./ Karen S.) Motion passed.

Other Board Member reports:
Edie H. – Due to health issues, Edie will not be able to lead a cruise down to Daffodil Hill this year (Sometime in March). She would like to have someone take this over, because it is a beautiful run, and everyone always has such a good time. Please contact her if you’re willing to lead the trip.

Mike C.- After a rousing welcome to the board, our newest member gave a brief report of the ticket sales at Autorama. This year, we sold 369 tickets. He wanted to thank everyone who helped him sell tickets, and looks forward to getting the engine on the road. He has a couple new shows, one at WYOTech on May 8, and the Willows Car Show on August 21.

David B. reviewed the March events. (See calendar)

Old Business:
• Club Radios – Dave G. said this Friday, March 26, will be the FINAL day to drop off your club radio for re-adjusting. He stressed the point that if your radio is not tuned with the other 62 he has right now, you will probably be able to hear what we’re doing, but you won’t be heard.
• Autorama – WE TOOK FIRST PLACE for our great Mardi Gras Display. Thank you to Terry E., Chuck F., Doug V., and Don C. for all the hard work!!! Congratulations everyone.

New Business:
• Bev G. would like to have member participation in a show and shine car show/poker run, that she is planning to benefit the Cancer Center at the hospital. Date is Aug. 29. Please contact her for more details.
• Ron C. indicated that Jay Cooper, from Riebe’s Auto Parts, would like us to hold a car show at NASCAR’s K&N Series race in Roseville on March 27.
• Annual Meeting wrap- Lynne F. was honored for being the 2009 Member of the year. Also a few members who received Service Awards were given their plaques.
• Survey – Ron C. briefly went over the results of the survey. Full results will be in this newsletter.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

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