IH Collectors Chapter 14

Fall Meeting Minutes

November 12, 2011

Clarksburg, CA

Call to order was announced by Chapter President Sam Walker, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.

The Marshall gave a short history of their farm dating back to the 1920’s where ‘worthless’ land’ was converted into a viable farm growing grapes, figs, alfalfa, onions, and small grains. Their father started the farm with IH tractors and equipment.

Twenty three members and guests introduced themselves and their current IH projects.

Secretary Report from Tulare was mentioned and motioned for acceptance by Tony Ramos.

The treasurer’s and membership’s reports were given indicating 209 current members. We’ve added 29 new members since last April largely to Terry Spahr’s efforts.

Foundation report revealed donations made to Carpenteria and recently Wheatland FFA youth projects in restoring IH tractors.

CH14 is now a corporation with a 501c3 application recently submitted to the IRS.

The 2012 Show and Events schedule is being assembled on our website.

National election is underway as Sam reminded members to vote. Roger Lubiens is a candidate for the national board of directors.

Winter meeting is slated for Feb 11^th at the Brazil farm near Los Banos CA.

National winter convention is in Coralville IA with tours available.

April meeting may be centralized with Melvin Montero group; it would create a central point at the Tulare Show for ALL IH fans.

The summer red power roundup will be in Duquoin IL.

Tony Ramos discussed a regional 2014 show for CAT lovers that CH14 IH collectors have been invited to as guests; also discussed creating a blog for CH14 similar to Face book for members only.

With no further business the meeting was adjourned. Thanks go out to the Marshall family for hosting our meeting at their ranch amid a fall atmosphere among the grape vineyards they own.

Respectfully Submitted.

Susan Lubiens, acting Secretary