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* Lone Star Military Vehicle Preservation Association Meeting Minutes Taken by Rory C in Secretary’s absence 19 September 2007 Call to Order - 1916 hrs. Members present included: Danny K, Claude V, Fred H, Madison H, Scott S, Ward B, John K, Jim C, John A, Jeff M, Robert W, and Rory C Introductions - Guests, New Members: Outgoing Central Texas Military Museum director Colonel Simpson addressed those assembled. He thanked the LSMVPA for their past support and friendship to both the museum and himself. He expressed his hopes that we will continue that relationship with the museum, and he promised to say in touch. Quartermaster Report: Herb T not present. Treasurer's Report: John A. presented the treasury report. On hand funds show a slight increase. Voluntary contributions toward insurance have totaled approximately 1/3 of the cost with nine members contributing so far. Web Site/Newsletter: Jeff L. not present. Website is out of date. There was some discussion on this. Recent Events: · Rockport Event (August) Danny advised that the JD H’s had participated in this event. No details known at this time.
· Change of Command (September 16th) Camp Mabry. Jeff M gave a report. Several members attended. The new General reviewed his command from Jim S’ halftrack.
· Choctaw Code Talkers Recognition Ceremony (September 16th) Camp Mabry. Jeff M gave a report, stated the event was well attended.
Upcoming Events:
Danny K. outlined upcoming events.
Danny will send out additional information as it becomes available and
information will be posted on the club web site. Events included: · Driftwood Parade (September 29th) Those who wish to can assemble in the Randall’s parking lot at the Y in Oak Hill. Departure in convoy from there for Oak Hill absolutely no later than 0830. Parade lineup is 0930, for a 1000 start. There will be a short static display after the parade, then we will convoy to the Salt Lick restaurant for lunch. The convoy from Oak Hill is of course optional, members may also join up in Driftwood for lineup. · Austin Harmony Chorus (September 29th)1930 start. Danny and Fred will take care of this event, no further participation needed. · Operation Bulldog II (October 5-7th) This is a three day “big truck” event on Ft Hood to benefit a charity. John SS, Jeff L and Rory C will attend. · Gonzales Parade (October 6th) The annual Come and Take It parade. Participation limited to 8 “smaller” vehicles (no Deuces or 5-tons need apply). There are currently 6 vehicles slated to attend. · Change of Command, 36th Inf.Div., (October 14th) Camp Mabry. Vehicles and members in historic uniforms requested. Madison H will transport the general in his M37 for troop review. · Club Convoy (October 20th) Member Robert W’s gunshop in San Marcos opens this date. Those wishing to attend can meet at Kaiserville, from whence we will convoy down to San Marcos for a static display. Food will be provided. Details on times etc forthcoming. · Elgin Hawkeye Festival (October 22nd) will be forthcoming. · Randolph AFB Airshow (November 2-3rd) Two day event, members from LS and Alamo MVPA will attend either or both days. · Veterans Day Display, Hutto ISD (November 9th) Setup will be on the afternoon of Nov 8th, display on the 9th, strike of encampment Nov 10th. · Veterans Day Parade, Austin (November 11th) The usual plan on Congress. Tex Hill is scheduled to be Grand Marshall. As many members as possible are encouraged to participate. · 1944 Close Assault (November 10-11th) Camp Mabry. G Co re-enactment. More details forthcoming. (Whew! Danny will advise if there are more, as well as sending detailed reminders/updates).
Old Business:
· None New Business:
· The future of the clubs relationship with the museum on Camp Mabry was discussed. The general consensus was that the groups, ie LSMVPA, Museum, and G Co should have a closer and more intercooperative arrangement, as each is complementary to the others. This will be discussed with the new Museum director Jeff Hunt in the near future. Jeff M, who is also a G Co member, was voted as liaison between LSMVPA and G Co.
· Danny gave information on the Bell Helicopter Patriotic Pig Skin football game in Dallas. Bell Helicopter sponsors this event to recognize and benefit veterans. A request was made for financial participation, but not for vehicles or personnel. It was decided that the club is not in the financial position to be making large cash donations. Individual members may of course contribute, contact Danny for information.
· Danny gave information on the parts vendor directory published in Military Vehicles magazine. Copies of the page were handed out. It is also available on the magazine website- www.militaryvehiclesmagazine.com Announcements: · None
Adjourn - 20:25 hours. |
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