VMTA

MINUTES OCTOBER, 2008

The October 13, 2008 meeting of Valley Motorcycle Touring Association was called to order by President Sid Martin promptly at 7:00 PM.

Recognition and congratulations was extended to members with birthdays and anniversaries in the month of October.

The minutes were read and approved.

A bank balance of $980.22 was reported and accepted.

Rich and Sally Curtis having met the requirements was proposed for membership and was unanimously approved.

Jerry Morehouse is still working on an internet site for exchange of information on motorcycles and cars.  He would like to have a local calendar and a site where ideas, questions and tips on repairs and other information can be exchanged. Contact him for further information.

Vice President Paul Lujan had no report.

Public Relations, Art Murphy said Bikes on Broadway event was successful and $18,000 was contributed to Our House.   On November 9^th there will be a benefit ride and event to build a park for children at the Warm Springs Rehabilitation Center. See Art for further details.

Roger scheduled upcoming ride and the November and December rides will be in the Newsletter.

Connie McRae, will sponsor a spaghetti dinner on November 8^th for the benefit of Harris County Relay for Life.  Tickets are $5 each.  Christmas Party is December 6^th and Toys for Tots on Dec. 7^th. 

Roger reminded those who participate in the mileage event to turn in their miles to Susan by November 3o0th.

The nomination committee proposed the following officers for the year 2009  President, John McRae, Vice President, John Fiske, Treasurer, Sue Sealy, Secretary, Jerry Morehouse, Road Riding ,Roger & Susan Miller and Public Relations, Art Murphy. The elections of officers nominated will be held at the November meeting.

The 50/50 of $17.50 was won by Jerry Morehouse and Door Prizes by Sid and Jordan, Frank and Sue Sealy’s grandson.

The meeting was adjourned by President Sid Martin at 7:54 PM.

Respectfully submitted,