Club Minutes for March 17, 2026

The meeting was called to order at 7:02 PM by our President, Rick Richardson. 

Rick led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Rick asked if we had any new members or guest. We had no new members or guest. 

Corvette Trivia: 

1. Starting in 1964 the headlight housings were made of steel instead of fiberglass. True or False? Chuck Siefke gave the correct answer.
2. Were 1955 Corvette bodies identical to 1954 Corvette bodies? Yes or No? Chuck Kepler had the answer. 
3. Side vent windows were eliminated in 1966, 1968, or 1970? The right answer was given by Ron Larmore.

Treasurer’s Report: Butch gave the January/February financial report. Ray Nault made the motion to accept the financial report as reported. Chuck Siefke seconded the motion. All members were in agreement. 

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. Larry Rinehart made the motion to accept the minutes as written. Chuck Kepler seconded the motion. All were in favor of accepting the minutes as written and posted.  

NCM Update:   Larry Rinehart spoke briefly about the 5 cars for raffle. The NCM has an ongoing project which is, donation of vehicles to the museum. They are also promoting delivery of the ZR1X. 

Member Update Coordinator:  The month of February, Get Well card was sent to Peg Kepler. In March a Birthday card was sent to Chuck Cook, it was his 95th. Get Well cards were sent to Dawn Shatto and Gary Calkins. A Congratulations card was sent to Carol Knight and Bob Weis on their engagement. 

Happy Birthday to those who will celebrate a birthday the last part of March, the month of April and the beginning of May. 

Happy Anniversary to those in March, April and May.   

Facebook:  Roseanna appreciates those who have contributed to the website and she expressed her thanks.   

Old Business:

Hendrick Driven for Veterans/Bowling Green – May 21 -26, 2026. Rick will send out information soon. Make sure to indicate on the bottom of the application and your check “A Touch of Glass” in order to put club members together. Rick asked to notify him by email if you plan to go. 

New Business:

Vettes vs. The Dragon – Tim Hill was not able to attend meeting. 

Annual Club Picnic – Hickory Point Park – Friday, April 17, 2026 – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

2026 Christmas Party – Pennbrooke Fairways Grand Hall – December 4, 2026.

Past Event Reports:

Highway 441 Monthly Cruise In- March – 12 Cars – Door prizes won by Ron & Sally L., Barbara T and Rick R.

Bee’s RV Resort-March- 9 Cars- 50/50 won by Chuck K. – Door Prizes won by Chuck C. & Rick R.  

Leesburg Cruise- In March- No Show

Eustis Cruise In – February– No Show

Gator Harley- No Show 

Drive and Dine- Peck’s Old Cove Restaurant – 18 cars

Clermont Steak & Shake Car Show – February – 1 car, Kelly and Mike Colt March - No show

Sam Boswell Buick/GMC Car Show – 5 cars

Third Annual Villages Honor Flight Car Show – 3 cars – Door Prize won by Ron Larmore

10th. Annual Mid-Florida Car Show- 3 cars – Door Prize won by Bob V. 

Ongoing Monthly Events:

Bee’s RV Resort Car Show- 1st. Saturday of the month – 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Arrive early

Highway 441 Monthly Cruise-In- 1stWednesday of the month-5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Leesburg Cruise-In- 2nd. Saturday of the month 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. 

Clermont Steak & Shake Car Show – 3rd. Sunday of the month – 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Eustis Cruise-In – 4th Saturday of the month-2:00 to 5:00 p.m. (suggest you arrive between 11:30/12:00 in order to park together) 

Gator Harley Davidson- 5th Saturday of the month 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Upcoming Activities:

18th. Annual Vettes at one Daytona- April 25, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration will be sent out by email to those interested.  

Pennbrooke Fairways Annual Car Show – March 21, 2026- 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Steve Minger will meet at the Bowling Alley at 8:00 a.m.

Villages Honor Flight Escort Mission #70 – April 15, 2026 Carl Handschke and Chuck Kepler will be on this flight. Meet at the Leesburg Walmart at 10:00/10:30 p.m.

11th. Annual Blessing of the Vettes – April 11, 2026 – George Nahas Chevrolet – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.- $10.00 per vehicle. Meet at the bowling alley at 9:00 a.m.

St. Armands Circle Show – May 2, 2026

Next Meeting:

Board Meeting will be on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at Vann Gannaway.

General Meeting will be on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the Tavares Community Church Activity Center in Tavares at 7:00 p.m.

Open Discussion

Ron Larmore spoke about cruising the coast line to Biloxi, MS. There will be thousands of registered cars. The event is scheduled for October 4 – 11, 2026.

Gwen and Ron are planning a Crystal River sunset cruise probably in March 2027, $40.00 per person, plus staying at the Plantation Resort which the stay is $200.00 per night. 

Possibly planning a trip to Weeki Wachee, $13.00 per person.  

50/50 Drawing – And the winner is………. Ray Nault

Adjournment – Motion to adjourn at 7:35 by Chuck S. and seconded by Carl H.  All members in favor.

Respectfully Submitted by:

Charlene Minger

Club Secretary