Unofficial Meeting Minutes… 15 April 2004

Vice – President, John Messersmith called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in Hamburg, PA.  (10) members and (2) associate members were present. 

The first order of business was to have all those who took orders for Tupperware hand in their order forms to Jane Kramer.  Jane advised the products will be delivered at the May meeting.

Jack Hilbert read the Secretary’s report for March with a motion to accept by Bud Wunder, seconded by Dave Renninger, and all approved.  Jack Hilbert read the Treasurer’s report as of 15 April 2004.  A motion to accept was made by Jim Paul, seconded by George Case and all approved.  George Case won the 50/50 raffle drawing, ($9.00), and graciously donated the winnings back to the Club, earmarked for the Tractor repairs.

Old Business…

1.      Working Airplane Model for Reading Airport Display

a.      Karen Loop had contacted John Rinehart to obtain the necessary information to allow John Messersmith and Dave Renninger to continue with the project.

b.      Dave Renninger later tried to contact John Rinehart for specific case dimensions but as of the meeting date, had not been able to make contact.

2.      2004 Swap Meet Update

a.      The 2004 event was a huge success and special “thanks” were bestowed on Walt Gladney and Dave Renninger for their extra efforts and leadership in planning and executing the event.

b.      The details of the various incomes and expenses were reviewed.

c.      Several ‘advanced reservations” for 2005 Tables were already received.

d.      As a result of a large order being placed and minimal sales at the Swap Shop, the club has a significant supply of hats, sweatshirts and tee-shirts available for purchase.

e.      Ideas were tabled to improve the 2005 event and suggestions for things such as a traditional auction, a Chinese auction and special raffle tables were brought up.  All ideas will be considered for the event next year.

3.      2004 Giant Scale Fly In –

a.      Larry Smith has agreed to be contest director.

b.      Jack Hilbert will be responsible for the kitchen activity that weekend.

c.      DATE CHANGE --  12th & 13^TH of JUNE – PLEASE MARK CALENDARS!!

d.      A volunteer to manage the Swap Shop tables is needed as Walt cannot make the new dates.

e.      Anyone wishing to help register pilots and planes should contact Larry Dunkle.(610.929.2159)

4.      Family Picnic –

a.      Dale Loop is starting to organize the Picnic.

b.      A sign-in sheet will be posted at the field so a head count is available to order the right size pig.

5.      Club History and Over-all By Law Update -

a.      Karen and Dale Loop are coordinating the efforts and will report to the Club when finished.

6.      Tractor Repairs -

a.      New wheels and tires have arrived and will be installed on Saturday, 17 April.

b.      Final cost was just under $1,100.

c.      POST MEETING SECRETARY’S NOTE – THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO CAME OUT TO ASSIST.  THE JOB WAS COMPLETED VERY EFFICIENTLY WITH OUR SKILLED MECHANIC MEMBERS.

7.      IMAC – 2004 -

a.      Karen Loop contacted Pete Castine and is coordinating.

8.      Kitchen Improvements -

a.      Dave Renninger and Lee Buskirk have installed the new equipment and are currently solving some “manufacturing defects” to make the installation complete. -- THANKS GUYS!!!

9.      Field Clean-Up Day -

a.      Huge success thanks to all the members who came out to help.  Or club is fortunate to have a select number of members who can ALWAYS be counted on to show up to do the work as well as enjoy the camaraderie and good flying.

 New Business…

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1.                  Field Rolling -

a.      A discussion was held and agreed that the field does not need to be rolled this year.

2.                  Additional Flight Stands -

a.      A discussion was held about the number and location of flight stands.

b.      On a “full day” – it was noted that there are insufficient number of stands at the east end of the field.

c.      It was also noted that driving to the west end of the field is permitted when the east end is full.

d.      A motion was made by George Case and seconded by Jim Paul to build two more stands.

e.      Jack Hilbert volunteered to get the lumber and organize the construction.

f.        A subsequent review of the proposed location (east end towards access road) was made and it is suggested that decision be revisited at the May meeting. 

g.      Additional stands at the east end make it very difficult for those who make a wide approach to land from that direction.

3.                  Field Courtesy -

a.      A general reminder was made that “breaking in” of new engines or tuning of engines which requires continuous running at high speed SHOULD NOT be done on the flight line or in the pits.  There is a safety stand behind the sheds for this purpose.

R/C Events…

1.      2004 Vintage Days at Kutztown

29^th and 30^th May 2004

Kutztown Airport, Kutztown, PA

Information: Jim Paul

Phone: 610-395.2456

2.      IMAC – Tournament of Champions

June 4, 5, 6 2004

Baltimore, Maryland

Information and directions: Art Vail – Event Coordinator

Phone: 410.247.4281

E-mail; artvail@erols.com

Website: www.tocofmaryland.com

 Announcements…

1.      Trip to New Smithsonian Air and Space Museum – The Delaware Valley Federation of Model Airplane Clubs is sponsoring a bus trip on 25 April 2004.  The bus leaves Neshaminy Mall at 8:00 am and returns approximately 8:00 pm.  Costs are estimated at $25-$38 per head, depending on final count.  If interested, call Tom Haake @ 215.332.1449 or e-mail him – TomH1449@voicenet.com

2.      Saito / O.S. Engine Repair – If you have a Saito or O.S. engine in need of repair, John Sepe is reported to be an extremely reliable and trustworthy resource to use.  He can be contacted as follows:          John Sepe c/o

                        Seco Enterprises

                        301 Sabal Ridge Circle, Suite A

                        Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

                        561.625.9671

                        jsseco@aol.com

3.      George Case announced he has purchased and donated a new wind sock for the club.

4.      .George also mentioned there is a leaky gas shut-off valve which needs repair or replacement behind the stove in then kitchen.  If any member is knowledgeable in the correct procedures and equipment for propane piping, we could use your expertise – please.

5.      Richard Slater is home from the hospital, recovering from a heart attack. Please keep Richard in your thoughts.

6.      It is with a heavy heart we note the passing of our club member John Conrad.  John joined TCWS last year and I had the privilege to be his primary trainer and I will truly miss his enthusiasm for the hobby, his sense of humor and kind heart.  Please remember John and his family in your prayers

 Web Sites…

1.      www.modelaircraft.org/templates/ama/-1-4news.asp – The AMA National Newsletter can be found on this website.

	Editor Note:  If you have a favorite web-site or found one which may be of interest to the Club Members – forward me a note at jdh@flsairtech.com and I’ll post it in the newsletter

 

                                     Club Officers…

                            Karen Loop - President      610.562.0643                       mrsmermaidusa@aol.com               

John Messersmith - Vice President                610. 562. 4767                     BLU-FTAS@comcast.net

                Jack Hilbert – Secretary & Editor      610.767.6938                       jdh@flsairtech.com

            Dale Loop – Treasurer       610.562.0643                       mrbehavan2@aol.com

Board of Directors…

Jeff Shriver            (exp. 2007)            610.366.1820                       jeff773@fast.net

Vince Indelicato   (exp. 2006)            610-845-3222                      vince@southeast-pa.com

Nelson Gould       (exp. 2007)            610.395.9159                       at6snj@rcn.com

Building & Grounds Committee…

Sam Miller – Chairman                      570.943.2912                       kam611@earthlink.net                       Larry Smith                                        610-377-4941                                                     

George Case                                       610-264-9782

Dennis Christman                                              610-562-3680                      christmanlake@aol.com

Flight Instructors…

Larry Smith                                           610-377-4941                     

Dave Renninger                                  610-374-2306                      xxspeed@netzero.com

Erik Rudjord                                         610-285-2176                      ejorudjord@cs.com

Bill O’Neill                                             610.435.9640                       oneillwj@aol.com

Field Marshals…

Larry Smith                                           610-377-4941                                     

Jack Hilbert                                           610-767-6938                      jdh@flsairtech.com

Safety Officers…

Larry Smith                                           610-377-4941                     

Larry Dunkle                                         610-929-2159                      larry4113@netzero.net

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A CHAMPION IN OUR CLUB?   MANY OF YOU HAD THE PLEASURE OF SEEING THE SCRATCH BUILT PITTS BEAUTY WHICH RICK BOYER BROUGHT TO THE GIANT SCALE FLY-IN LAST YEAR.   THIS YEAR – RICK ENTERED THE PITTS IN THE BUILDERS COMPETITION AT THE WRAM SHOW WHERE HE WON BEST OF SHOW  AND HE LATER ENTERED THE PLANE IN THE TOLEDO SHOW WHERE HE WON BEST OF CIVILIAN SCALE CLASS.   AS A RESULT OF THESE ACHEIVEMENTS AND THE RECOGINTION BY THE “BIG NAMES” IN THIS HOBBY, RICK HAS BEEN INVITED TO FLY IN TOP GUN THIS YEAR IN LAKELAND FLORIDA.    OUR CONGRATULATIONS TO RICK FOR THE ACHEIVEMENTS AND RECOGINITION – MAKE US MORE PROUD IN LAKELAND – GOOD LUCK RICK!!!!

 

FUTURE TCWS MEETING DATES

Summer Meeting Schedule – TCWS Field

                            ·        Sunday, May 16^th, 2004 @ 1:30 PM

    ·        Sunday, June 20^th, 2004 @ 1:30 PM

    ·        Sunday, July 18^th, 2004 @ 1:30 PM

TO CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF THE SUMMER MEETINGS, WE WILL HAVE A SPAGHETTI SPLASH ON THE 16^TH OF MAY

DINNER WILL BE SERVED AT 4:30 AND WILL CONSIST OF;

SPAGHETTI W/ MEAT BALLS, SALAD BAR, GARLIC BREAD, SODA

$5.00 PER PERSON