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**DRAFT** Lone Star Military Vehicle Preservation Association Meeting Minutes - February 18, 2004 Call to Order - 7:19 p.m. General introductions were made of members present. Members in attendance included: Jim H., Jeni L., Danny K., Scott S., Claude V., Curtis J., Jeff M., John K., Herb T., Ward B., Barry F., J.H. M., Fred H., and Tim W. Minutes of the January 21, 2004 meeting were reviewed and unanimously approved. The Treasurer's Report was presented by Jeff M. No problems or concerns were raised regarding financials. Year-to-date income was noted along with year-to-date expenses. Membership numbers were reported along with the estimated percentage of members of the chapter who also belong to the National MVPA. Members of the Lone Star MVPA were noted as 53 with 13 not belonging to National. The National membership percentage was reported as approximately 75%. Scott S. reported that the website had been updated in regard to events, but that no other significant changes had been made. Tim W. and Jeni L. reported on the status of the newsletter and expected content. It was reported that the editorial content was being drafted and that the next issue may include a book review section. Additional editorial content was solicited. After action reports were provided on the Boy Scout Parade and a link was provided to the scout website that has some good pictures of the event. Upcoming events were outlined by Danny K. and club members based on available information. It was noted that the Texas Independence Day Parade had been cancelled due to a dispute between the city of Austin and the parade organizers related to fees. Other events discussed included the Brent Mullins Open House, the Burnet Air Show, the Fiesta Flambeau Parade, the Central Texas Air Show, the National Convention, and the 60th Anniversary of Iwo Jima celebration to be held in Fredericksburg in February of 2005. A special note was made in regard to the May 29, 2004 event to be held in Gatesville, Texas to coincide with the dedication of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. It was reported that club co-founder Milburn L. was organizing this event and club members were strongly encouraged to participate. Danny K. received input on who would be interested in attending these events and coordination efforts were initiated with those present. It was further noted that as in the past additional information will be provided at future meetings, on the web site, and by email as needed. National news was reported and discussed with specific reference to the timing of submitting information for the Expert Driver Award if a member hopes to receive the award at the National Convention. It was also reported that National is seeking footage of club events and that related information could be found in the most recent issues of The Transfer Case and Supply Line. Non-dues revenue was discussed with Scott S. and Tim W. updating the club on the contributions for machinegun rounds at the Boy Scout Parade with total contributions from the event at $84.00. Contributions were reported as $3.00 for a donor gift of a single round and $15.00 for five linked rounds. Costs and potential revenue were once again outlined in regard to the machinegun rounds. Danny K. indicated that the koozies had been ordered and would arrive any day. Old business was addressed. A change of meeting location for the March meeting was raised as a possibility and a motion was made, seconded, discussed, and passed to move the meeting to the home of Danny K. and to change the date to Saturday, March 20. One vote was cast in opposition to the motion by John K. Tim W. updated the club on the Normandy event and the likely attendance of Toby C. as the only club representative. Danny K. revisited the costs and options associated with the display cabinet project. Danny K. summarized the "on hold" status and the plan to wait for more non-dues revenue before returning to this project. A mention was made of an interesting book on D-Day that is available at Half Price Books. Members were shown a copy and provided with the price. The idea was once again discussed about incorporation of the club as a non-profit organization and the benefits and disadvantages were noted. Scott S. indicated he would do some checking on the feasibility of incorporating. No new business was discussed. Announcements followed. Tim W. announced that he had Jeep baseball caps for sale. Items of general interest were noted. A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously passed to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. |
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