Lone Star Military Vehicle Preservation Association Meeting Minutes 18 November 2009
Call to Order - 1915 hrs.
Members present included:
Bill B.
Ward B
Rory C.
Mark C.
Toby C.
Clint D.
Dave D.
Tim D
Charles H.
Ed H.
Fred H.
Madison H.
Rick H.
Danny K.
Jeff M.
Scott P
Sam R
Scott S.
Charlie S.
Charlie W.
Fred W.
Andrew S.
Introductions - Guests, New Members: Keith J. from San Antonio.
Quartermaster Report: None
Treasurer's Report:
Toby C. presented the treasury report. Hosting service of $218.95 is due. Toby moved to pay the web hosting service, and the members passed the measure.
Web Site Update:
Rick H. presented the Web Site Report. The site has been updated with the latest information.
Newsletter Update:
Rick H presented the newsletter report. Next newsletter is due in December. 2010 Calendar was passed out.
Recent Events:
Leander Car Show October 24th 1400 - 2000 hours. Sam R. reported that the event was good with lots of people and kids. The club has been invited back next year.
Salute to Veterans - 5 November - Toby C. attend and reported that he was well received by the state workers at the event. The club was given a posted in appreciation for attending.
Close Assault 1944 : 7-8- November - Jeff M. reported that over 100 people attended the event.
RAFB Air Show 7-8 November - Rory C. reported that both LSMVPA and AMVPA vehicles attended on Saturday and that there was a good crowd. Marc reported that it rained Sunday, but it was a successful event.
Cedar Park Veterans Memorial : 8 November - Tim D reported that he attended the event on the 8th.
Hutto Veterans Day Display 8-9 November - Rory C reported that the display started off with camo problems but Monday was a success with 640 students going through the display.
Veterans Day Parade 11 November - Danny K reported that the club had a total of 19 vehicles and 2 bicycles at the parade. This it a club record for the most vehicles at a single event. The parade started on time and the crowd was great. Several members got together after the parade and ate at Threadgill’s.
Veterans Day Tree Planting 14 November - Danny K reported that we had a total of 9 vehicles from LSMVPA and 2 from G Company for a total of 11 vehicles at the event. G Company presented a talk on the military and displayed military gear for the public. Emily K., the organizer of the event, sent a thank you note to the club.
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:
Liberty Hill Christmas Parade : 6 December - The event is planed for 2 - 4 PM. Assemble at the elementary school. Additional information TBA.
Blue Santa - We are coordinating with Rory C for this event. Additional information TBA
Danny K asked for recommendations as to events that we may want to do.
Old Business:
• Rick H has received the insurance information and will publish an insurance card for the next meeting.
New Business:
The following members were elected:
President
Madison H.
Vice President
Ward B.
Treasurer
Toby C.
Secretary
Sam R.
Newsletter Editor
Sam R.
Events
Danny K.
Web
Rick H.
Quartermaster
John K.
Installation of Officers will be at the December meeting
Announcements:
Rory C. announced that Toby C. has been elected to the Board Of Directors at the National MVPA – Congratulations Toby.
Rory C. announced that Jeff M. and Glen V. were named volunteers of the quarter for the museum.
Fred H. announced that there was a new statue at the UT stadium.
The George Bush section of the Nimitz Museum is scheduled to open 7 December.
Ward B. reviewed his findings for vehicle insurance.
Dave D. announced that he has 60 acres close to I35 just north of Temple. A map is available at http://www.alleramilitaria.com .
The next meeting is the Christmas Meeting. Please bring food or donate to the fund.