IH Collectors Chapter 14

Winter  Meeting-   2-6-2010

Micki’s Grove  Lodi  CA

The meeting was called to order by President Don Henderson at 11:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of allegiance to our Flag.

Members were asked to introduce themselves. Treasurer and Membership Coordinator Roger Lubiens, and  Board Members Steve Carroll, Sue Hayes, Rolland Skarloken, Sam Walker, and Larry Kuntz were present  and other members for a total of 32 present.

The minutes of our Fall meeting were not read as they were disbursed to members and are included in the posting of our website.  The motion to accept was made by Sue Hayes, seconded and passed.

Roger Lubiens presented the treasurers report and we have in excess of $3,000 on hand.

Membership report was given indicating 195 active members.  Members are continuing to pay their dues in a timely fashion.

Foundation Report was given indicating current FFA projects in Carpenteria and Casper Wyoming.  Pictures of these projects are available for viewing on the Chapter 14 website.  Donna Skarloken presented pictures of a windrower from Ardenwood in need of repairs as a potential future project.

Old Business

We discussed  the process of Incorporating Chapter 14 to satisfy the recommendation made by the National Board.  Cost of Incorporating is between $150 to $300.  Cost of becoming a non-profit 501C3 is approximately $400.  Motion to Incorporate was passed unanimously.

We discussed the National EDGE and TA show to be held at Santa Margarita Ranch June 24-27.  Chapter 14 has been asked to participate and a space has been set aside for the club.  Tony Ramos has been asked to serve as Exhibit Coordinator.

We discussed the position of a Store Manager to arrange staffing, purchasing supplies, and move the store to each of our designated summer shows. Board member Steve Carroll has graciously accepted to fulfill this responsibility.

We announced Kirkland Ranch will be hosting their annual Truck show on April 24^th.  Included are I-H trucks and Scouts. Event will be held in Shenandoah Valley, east of Plymouth CA. All members are invited.

We discussed the establishment of a “Chairman” of the Board of Directors to oversee the Director’s responsibilities.

New Business

We discussed the need for a Nominating Committee.  Board members Sue Hayes and Sam Walker’s terms expire this year. 

We discussed the need for increased advertising to give our chapter greater exposure to families and farmers who own IH equipment. We will research Farm Bureau and other publishers on placing ads in their circulations.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m.  and we enjoyed a meal prepared by Roger and Susan Lubiens.  We then toured the museum at Micke Grove Park.

Submitted,

Sam Walker

Vice President/ Secretary