WANDERERS GENERAL MEETING
July 27, 2002
Country Choice Restaurant


ATTENDING: Mike & Darlene MacDonell; Mike Calderone & Linda Wheeler; Ron Growel; Rod & Rose Fleming; P.A. Davis; Thomas & Bonnie Cassidy; Aaron & Jeanne Achison; Carole Helstrom; Joe & Cicci Miller; Al Sessler; Joe Baker; Sean & Tina Brooks; Joe Durham; Dick Useted; Barry Borden; Jim & Evelyn Hotz; John Q. Lawrence; Greg Huber & Gregory; Tera Salo, and guest Kevin Hatch.

Meeting called to order by Rod Fleming at 10:03 AM.

MINUTES: John Q. moved that the minutes be approved as posted on the website. PA seconded, motion was carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT: Currently there is a total of $506.59 available in our account. Distribution of funds is as follows:

Starting Balance $825.21
December Toy Run (donations) $172.00 +
New Memberships $ 35.00 +
Sub-total $1032.21

Pins & Patches $353.62 –
December Toy Run (set-aside) $172.00 -
Total available $506.59

PATCHES: John Q. passed a sample of the small patches around the table, so we could evaluate the quality. Upon overall approval, he then informed us that the patches would be here sometime within this week. Those who want to, can pre-pay, and he will send them in the mail. Cost for the small patches is $5.00 each. Regarding the large patches, it was suggested that requests be forwarded to the secretary Rose, who will keep track of the numbers. When there is sufficient call for the large patches, we will then order them. There are three large patches coming with this order, which will be distributed to new members first. Any left over, will be available to the general membership. Please check with John Q. for further information.

OLD BUSINESS: None

NEW BUSINESS: The recent poll concerning use and/or abuse of the LISTSERVE showed that the majority of members want topics related to motorcycles and club events only. Ron Growel pointed out that, originally, the LISTSERVE was made available to the Wanderers by the Laszco family (personal friends of Don Presten) at no charge, in appreciation and gratitude for the fund-raiser we sponsored on behalf of Steve Laszco. It was understood then, that traffic would be kept down. Due to the recent growth of the Wanderers, it is necessary to suggest another venue for the chitchat, joking, “family” repartee, that has been showing up on the general list. It was requested that before members reply to the list, they first ask themselves, “Is it necessary to post this to the entire membership?” If not, then replies can and should be posted only to the individuals involved.

Greg Huber has set up a forum on Delphi for all those teasing remarks, jokes, and general information items, whether or not it is motorcycle related. Members are urged to register and use this forum. There is no charge. (http://forums.delphiforums.com/SDWanderers/start/)

There will be written guidelines that will be distributed to the membership, covering the web site, LISTSERVE, and overview of the Wanderers in general.

NEW RIDES
:

Idyllwild by Mike C. Sept. 14
NOTE: The Moonlight Ride (Sept. 21) is a MEMBERS ONLY. Please do not invite guests.

SAFETY: (This is a new area for our meetings.)
Group Riding It is in the best interests of the group, to acknowledge and comply with requests made by the Ride Captain. This could cover any number of things, including position in the pack, speed, spacing, etc. It is important to understand that, even if it doesn’t make sense to you, it does to the Ride Captain. The safety of the group is first and foremost, and the request is not personal.

Members are urged to contact the newly appointed librarian (Rose) to check out a copy of our safety video and manual. We have a limited number of these available, but it is well worth requesting.

Someone moved to adjourn; several someones seconded. Meeting adjourned at 11:04 AM.

Respectfully submitted,
Rose Fleming
Secretary