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Title: GMCC Monthly Meeting Minutes - January 9, 2017
Post by: HATE2W8 on January 11, 2017, 08:26:16 PM
Greater Moncton Corvette Club
January 09, 2017​
Lounsbury Meeting Room​
7 PM

Present: Roger and Angie Bourgeois, Roger and Leontine Boudreau, Paul Dunn, Dave and Louise Fyffe, Gary Gaskin, Charles Gould, Ed LeBlanc, Don MacAulay, Wornick Price, Dwight and Libby Rayworth, Dave Gates, Chanel Michaud, Paul and Monique Girouard (18)

The regular monthly meeting was called to order by the president, Roger Bourgeois, with 18 members present.  All were welcomed to the 2017 season and executive members for both 2016 and 2017 were thanked for their service. 

Minutes of the December 2016 meeting were read and accepted as presented.

Old Business:
Thanks to all who helped with the Christmas party — especially Angie, Steve and Marilyn and Paul Dunn who provided us with a great slide show of our 2016 season.  All present agreed that  the venue provided us with a great space and an excellent meal.  Angie reported that the silent auction and the Chinese auction provided us with a profit of approximately $400.  This money will be used for charity donations during the year. Thanks to all those who provided prizes for the evening.  Ed LeBlanc will check on booking the venue for December 09 or 16, 2017.

Financial Report:
(see paper report attached)
The treasurer reported a balance of $xxx with an additional $50.00 in dues submitted on this date.  Report was accepted as presented.
​Moved: Wornick Price
​Seconded: Charles Gould​
Approved
Bills for payment:
business cards $34.47 (designed by Angie in bilingual form for advertising to potential members)
Maritime Sports Hall of Fame membership $100
Accepted as presented.
​Moved: Wornick Price​
Seconded: Libby Rayworth​
Approved
It was noted that CCCC membership of $400 will soon be due.  This is important for insurance purposes.

New Business:
1) Planning meeting for the new season will be held following the Jan 22nd breakfast. (Updated after the meeting to Jan 14).
2) 2017 dues are now payable.  Please check if your e-mail is correct.
3) Summer gas card draws will be used for trips this season.
4) When RSVPs are requested for trips please consider these as VERY important so that planners can give accurate numbers to various venues. 
5) Traveling space between cars on our trips is very important so that all cars can have a smooth drive re speed.
6) MOTION:
Don MacAulay requested $400 to cover promotional items and passes for volunteers at Speed Sport East.
​Moved: Angie Bourgeois​
Seconded: Ed LeBlanc​
Accepted
7)Discussion regarding 2017 trips:
Dave Gates has begun work on the July 14th trip to Yarmouth which will include stops in the Annapolis Valley.  In order to continue with the plans an e-mail will be sent out to determine the level of interest — vineyards (Luckett's) (Grand Pre), Old Orchard Inn for Friday night, on to Yarmouth for the show.

Regarding membership lists — e-mail information is restricted for member privacy.

Adjournment was declared at 8 PM followed by the 50/50 draw won by Paul Girouard.

Louise Fyffe
Secretary

Roger Bourgeois
President