Club Minutes for September 20, 2022

A TOUCH OF GLASS CORVETTE CLUB MEETING

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by our President, Rick Richardson.

Rick opened the meeting by leading the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. He asked all members to please observe a moment of silence for Rick and Anita Kaspick in honor of their son, Kenny who passed away September 3, 2022.

Rick asked if we had any new members or guests. Jerry and Cheryl Axtell, who were guests at the last meeting have become new members. They have a 2015 Stingray. Rick Gunnell is also a new member. We all welcomed them to the meeting.

Corvette Trivia:

When was the LT-1 engine offered? 1969, 1970 or 1971. Bob V. had the right answer, 1970.
How many Corvettes were made in 1982? 25,407, 28,499 or 31209? Ellie Willis said 25,407.
What was the first year for exterior door handles? 1953, 1955 or 1956? Pat Harmon said it was 1956.

Treasurer’s Report: Rick gave the treasurer’s report on behalf of Anita. Rich G. made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report as written and Bob V. seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Minutes: Rick announced the minutes have been posted on the website and have been emailed to all of the members who have provided email addresses. Doug B. made the motion to waive the reading of the minutes and to accept the minutes as written. Susan R. seconded the motion. All were in Favor of accepting the minutes as written and posted.

NCM Update: Rich G. didn’t have anything to report. They are still offering raffle tickets for October and November.

Member Update Coordinator/Care Committee: Roseanna sent Get Well cards to Chuck Kepler and Pauley Sheller.

A Sympathy card was sent to Rick and Anita. Roseanna had a floral arrangement sent to the Memorial Service for Kenny Kaspick. She arranged for the preparation of food, dessert and drinks at Rick and Anita’s home after the services.

“Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary” to those who will be celebrating one in the month of September, October, and the first part of November.

Facebook: Betsy was not in attendance. No updates. Betsy request members to please keep posting. Rick reported that Alan isn’t doing well, he has several medical issues. Betsy has been very busy taking care of Alan.

Old Business:

Event Coordinator is still needed. No one has volunteered as of to date.

Facebook Coordinator is needed.

Website Assistant Coordinator needed

Vann Gannaway Sponsor Plaque.

New Business:

Future Events – Rides, etc. – Trip to Bowling Green? If anyone has any suggestions, please notify Rick.

Daytona Light Show is from November 18th thru Dec. 1st. You must register by November 2nd, $17.00 for entry.

Bob V. is checking on a possible trip to Lakeridge Winery.

WickED Performance and Automotive: Ed introduce himself to those who have never had their car serviced at Cecil Clark and acknowledged those who have. He has left Cecil Clark and has started his own business at his home. He has all of the tools and equipment to service any Corvette, young and old. The only thing he doesn’t do is tires. He gave out his cards and welcome everyone to see him when the needs arises.

Club Anniversary Dinner: It will be at Takis September 25, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and afterwards to Russell Stover’s.

Kaspick Flowers & Donation: Roseanna ordered a floral arrangement and a donation of $100.00 to Cornerstone Hospice in memory of Kenny Kaspick on behalf of the club.

Past Events Reports:

Highway 441 Monthly cruise-in-August-no show. September, we had 6 cars that participated.

Sonic Cruise-in- August- 6 cars and September we had 4 cars.

Bee’s RV Resort- August 10 cars- Chuck Cook won a door prize. September, we had 12 cars, Pauley, Ken Gentry and Chuck Cook won door prizes. Ken Gentry won the 50/50.

Leesburg Cruise in- August had 4 cars, Chuck Kepler had a photo taken with Miss North America. September had 6 cars.

Eustis Cruise in- The July had rain and August they were rained out.

Leesburg Gateway Plaza: August no show and September Ken Gentry attended.

Gator Harley: July had 7 cars. Pauley won $20.00 and Rick Richardson won a T-Shirt.

Summit Greens Car Show-Labor Day: 4 cars, Chuck Cook, Rick Richardson, Ken Gentry and Bill Birdsall.

Ongoing Monthly Events:

Bee’s RV Resort Car Show - 1st Saturday of the month – 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Rain or shine, in August arrive by 2:30 in order to get a good parking area for all. There will be 5 trucks, 3 food, 1 beverage and 1 ice cream.

Highway 441 Monthly Cruise-In- 1st Wednesday of the month-4:00-7:30 P.M.

Leesburg Cruise-in 2nd Saturday of the month- 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Sonic Cruise-In-3rd Saturday of the month 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 NOON

Leesburg Gateway Plaza- 3rd. Saturday of the month- 4:30 to 7:30 P.M.

Eustis Cruise-In – 4th Saturday of the month-4:00-8:00 P.M.

Gator Harley Davidson- 5th Saturday of the month 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The next one October 29th.

Upcoming Activities:

St. Augustine Car Show/Museum – TBA

Bok Tower Cruise- TBA pending Bill Birdsell still working on it.

Corvettes at Palm Coast – October 9, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Registration form is online. They have a hotel with blocked rooms. We have 4-5 members attending.

Lake Mirror Classic – October 15, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Maureen and Doug Brown are going

CCMC 24th All Corvette Show-November 12, 2022, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Gateway Classic Coffee & Donuts – TBA It is called Caffeine & Chrome

Buc-ee’s TBA probably after the first of the year.

Club Christmas Party- Pennbrooke Fairways - December 2, 2022- Details later

Toys for Tots- The Villages Vettes at Nahas Chevrolet- October 8, 2022, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. DJ Mark the Shark will be entertaining.

Gloria Dei Luthern Church Car Show- November 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Bill Birdsell stated they will have bingo and a bake sale.

Honor Flight to D.C.- September 28, 2022-American Legion at Lady Lake will have the Welcome Home to those Veterans on the Honor Flight. Steve Minger and Larry Rinehart (former member) will be on the flight. Those who would like to participate with the Village Vettes escorting the Welcome Home from Leesburg Walmart to the American Legion more information forth coming.

Next Meeting:

Planning Meeting- TBA Vann Gannaway Chevrolet

General Meeting- Tuesday, November 15, 2022 7:00 p.m. – UMAC Center in Tavares

Open Discussion:

50/50 Drawing: Ken Gentry was the winner.

Adjourned – Motion to adjourn by Ken Gentry and seconded by Ellie Willis at 7:53 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by,

Charlene Minger