TALESPINNERS - December, 2002

EAA Chapter 174
Chartered since 1966

TALESPINNERS
Mike Franzago & Mike Griffith, editors

December, 2002

From the President

Well, I guess this is my last article as President of chapter 174 (stop cheering).  I feel like I need to be philosophical so I'll try not to be too boring.  If you haven't been president of a chapter before or some other officer, let me give you a perspective you may not have realized.  At times, fulfilling the requirements of this office has been very busy, especially when you have a lot of other stuff going on in your life.  But that is the only negative thing I can think of.

You may not think this is that important, but after being here for a year, I believe it is.  A week has not gone by yet without somebody contacting me about chapter business and about half of those is from someone outside of our chapter, like EAA National or someone from another chapter.  I have a great deal of pride in this chapter.  So much has been accomplished in the last year, not by me, but it's a direct reflection on me.  The hard work and dedication of Norm Beaudette has given us 501C.3 and the best website in the world.  Unjust as it may seem, I have received some of the accolades and admiration for these accomplishments because I'm the President.  Same with our Young Eagles events.  Because of our accomplishments, EAA National recognizes our chapter and Phil Cady through me.  We are admired and respected by EAA National.  I think it was this attention that has gotten us noticed by Plane and Pilot magazine and they chose us to head up the new Explorers venture.

As the first full year of post 9-11 aviation comes to a close, I'd say we did our part in ensuring the viability and future of general aviation in America.  If you haven't been directly involved in the operation of this chapter in the past I'm asking you to get involved.  If you've been involved in the past, I encourage you to continue and thank you for making this chapter one of the good ones.  At the Christmas party on Dec. 15th, new officers will be installed.  They will be appointing a new board of directors and committee people soon after taking office.  Please let them know of your desire to be a part.  Being a member of a committee is a good way of testing the waters before committing to becoming an officer.  Like I said, I think it's important and I hope you do too.  Thanks for the great year!....

Scott Hersha

Minutes from the November Board Meeting

The meeting, held at Norm Beaudette’s home, was called to order by president Scott Hersha at 8:30 pm, Thursday, November 14th. Discussion centered around the upcoming elections and Christmas party. It was resolved that approval for a food spending limit of $500 would be requested from the membership, in order to provide a full meal at the Christmas party, and that the party should be advanced to 1:00 pm. A motion was made and approved for the spending of up to $75 for flowers for the party.

It was also resolved that a single large “Appreciation Award” plaque would be purchased this year, and that all recognized members would have the opportunity to purchase a personal copy at their own expense. Meeting adjourned at 9:53 pm. Attending: SH, TF, NB, MF, TJ, G.Collins, S.Faber, H.Wells, K.Werremeyer.

Norm Beaudette, Chapter Secretary

Minutes from the November Chapter Meeting

The meeting was called to order at 2:12 pm, Sunday, November 17th by the president.  Member Hal Shevers addressed the membership with news that new runway lights were being installed at I69.  The treasurer’s report was given ($393 checking, $1350 savings, $6430 CD, total $8174), and the treasurer mentioned that 37 current members had not yet paid their dues for next year.

A motion was made by Mike Franzago, and seconded by Terry Taylor, to approve a $500 food expense limit for the Christmas party.  A show of hands indicated that most members were in favor of a full buffet for the Christmas party (approx 20 for, 3 against).  After a review of this year’s budget by treasurer Dave Robertson, and after some discussion, a motion was made and seconded (Phil Cady, Tom Jenkins) to ask for a voluntary donation at the party to help cover the extra costs of a full buffet (no minimum).  [Note: The Christmas party will be held at the Hawk building this year, opposite the terminal building parking lot. Dec 15, 1:00 pm.]

Chapter elections were then held, with a total of 44 votes cast for each of the candidates.  Officers for 2003 will be Tim Fry, president; Tom Jenkins, vice president; Lee Jewell, secretary; and Dave Robertson, treasurer.  Meeting adjourned at 2:51 pm, after which Howard Wells performed admirably as auctioneer extraordinaire, raising $190 for the chapter!

Norm Beaudette, Chapter Secretary