Meeting Minutes October 8th, 2015

Ionia County Model Club

10/8/2015

Present at the meeting were Roger, Darrell, Steve, John, Paul, Ed, Chuck, Mike, Pat and Dave.

Paul read the minutes from the previous meeting which were approved.

Dave reviewed the budget in light of the expenses from last year.  He pointed out to us that the

expenses of the past year exceeded the budget.  He also showed us that the income to the club from

different activities and donations was greater than last year.  It was noted that a good number of the

present members still have not paid their dues for this coming year.  Come on guys, this is how we keep

the club functioning.

There was some discussion about the pros and cons of hosting special events like IMAC.  Some of the

members pointed out that since it is hard to get volunteers from our club to help out during these times

it might be better to not increase the scheduling of these special events.  Dave, however, pointed out to

us that these events bring in a healthy income which helps to defray the cost of operating the club.  For

instance, the last four events brought in over a $1,000.

As to the elections, Mike Murphey was nominated and approved unanimously to be one of the club

directors next year.  Brian See was not present but will remain as a director for the next three years and

will replace Darrell Davis when he moves away.

Remember we have some tables reserved at the KRAM swap meet next Sunday, October 25.

I hear there was a good turnout for the potluck dinner at the club.  Speaking about eating out you need

to mark on your calendar December 2 which is when we have our Christmas Club Dinner scheduled at

the Lamp Light Grill in Ionia.  For better service we are recommending six special meals which cost only

$10.99.  These include the salad bar and fresh bread.

A special thanks to Dave who chaired the meeting even when he was not feeling well.  Also thanks to

Roger and John who helped Dave audit the books.  As treasurer I could not be there.

Well guys, colder days are on their way which will limit the amount we fly so I hope you all have a model

or two you are building this winter.  I have several projects I hope to finish.  The weather should not

keep us from the Frozen Fingers Fly In for January  1, 2016 at our club.

Paul Gess – Secretary/Treasurer