August 2008 Meeting

Secretary’s Report:
In Becky’s absence, the Secretary’s report was presented by Debbie Monbeck.  Roy asked for a motion to approve the minutes.   The motion was made by Jim Fields and seconded by Fred Barkley.

Treasurer’s Report:   
Dan Abner presented the report.  Beginning balance: $5558.0.  Deposits of $614.00 and we had debits fo $2902.78.  We had some outstanding checks, leaving us with a “book” balance of $2744.74.

Old Business

• The Club was able to donate $2500.00 to the Lexington Rescue Mission from the proceeds of our Dad’s & Grad’s Car Show.
• Guest speaker, Bill Alley, reported to the club that the Keeneland Councours Paddock Challenge raised $10,656.00 for the Kentucky Children’s Hospital!  The Corvette’s won the Challenge by beating the Porsche group by just $146.00!  Our Club had 20 ponies in the Paddock.  Bill thanked the club for our continued support of this event.  It was a great show with something for everyone, including the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile!
• Dennis Harvat & Matt Hacker both attend the Paul Miller show & came away with top 75 awards!  Way to go, guys!
• Tim & Cathy Evans attended a show in Columbus, OH which benefited the Arthritis Foundation.  It boasted over 2000 cars!
• Roy & Karen Mundy attended the Tri-State Show in Cincinnati, OH.
• Fred Barkley & Debbie Monbeck went to the MCA show in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.  This was the first show to be held outside the United States!  It was held at the Ford Assembly Plant with over 430 Mustangs present. 

New Business

• Please check the web site for upcoming shows & Cruise-Ins.
• The Boy Scouts are having a huge camp-out at RJ Corman in Nicholasville, on Oct. 14.  The theme is Planes, Trains & Automobiles!  We have been invited to bring some Mustangs.  They are expecting over 1000 Boys Scouts!
• Roy Mundy has been appointed the title of Official Road Boss & will continue to email us with Cruise-in & Road Trip info.
• On August 23rd we will be hosting a Mustang & All Ford Powered Show & Shine at Waveland State Park.  There will be a DJ, 50/50 drawing, dash plaques & food available from C & B Catering.  Come on out & support your club!
• Mark you calendars for our Cruise-In on Sept 13 at McDonald’s on Leestown Rd.  It will be from 6:00 - 10:00.  There will be music & prizes.
• Mike Walden, who did such a fantastic job on our April Golf Scramble, will be unable to Chair the event next year.  Eric Forman stepped up to fill his BIG shoes!  Let’s all help Eric out to make next years Scramble an even bigger success!

• Bill Alley - Eagle One product
• Dan Abner - $10.00 gas card from Shell
• Jim Fields - Turtle Wax
• Anthony Eldridge - Super Duty Key chain brought back from Ford Plant in Oakville Canada
• Cathy Evans - $10.00 gas card
• Sarah Melton - Turtle Wax

Our next meeting will be Sept. 9th at 7:30 at Ryan’s on Red Mile Rd.  See ya there!

Board of Directors Meeting
July 15, 2008  

Attendance:
Officers:         Dennis Harvat, Roy Mundy, Dan Abner,
Board:             Fred Barkley, Jerry Joyner, Howard Fitzgerald, Del Mercier  

Discussion of Past Events:  

Charity Golf Scramble

• Mike Walden is to review list of sponsors to be sure everyone who contributed has received a “Thank You” letter.

Dads & Grads

• Dan Abner presented the final accounting spread sheet for Dads & Grads.
• Total Income                $4,741.00
• Total Expenses             $2,28915
• Net Profit                     $2,451.85
• A donation of $2,500 was approved by the Board to be awarded to the Lexington Rescue Mission.  (This donation was presented to Jim Connell by D. Harvat, R. Mundy, D. Abner and David Link on Friday July 18, 2008)
• Jim Connell will be asked to recognize the Bluegrass Mustang Club as a donor at his facility.
• David Link is to review list of sponsors to be sure everyone who contributed has received a “Thank You” letter.
• Extra Dads & Grads “Top 75” award plaques will be made available to those club members was had their Mustang at the show.
• Left over good bags will be distributed at the Waveland Show and the Fall McDonald’s Cruise-in.
• The Golf Bag donated by Valvoline will be saved for the 2009 Golf Scramble.
• D&G 2009 may offer a discount to sponsors due to low turnout for the 2008 show.
• There was no support for sharing host responsibilities for D&G with another club (i.e. Lexington Corvette Club), however Events Committee will discuss
• Invite D&G sponsors to the Waveland Show and recognize their support for BMC events.

Financials:  

Club Budget

• The Board will develop and approve an annual budget for the club
• Dan Abner will analyze past income and expenditures in support of budget planning.
• Dan will consult with a CPA regarding tax reporting for 2008.

Future Club Philanthropy

• All charitable opportunities will be reviewed and approved annually
• A donation of $100 was approved to be made at the Concours d’Elegance show for the UK Children’s Hospital
• The BMC will not provide financial assistance for members to attend MCA National events.

Discussion of Upcoming Events

• The Brickyard 400 Picnic is cancelled for 2008
• Waveland Mustang & All Ford Show & Shine
• Needs flyer
• DJ will be a club expense
• Food vendor is at no charge to the club

• McDonalds Cruise-In
• Needs flyer
• DJ expense is covered by McDonalds (through the Greers & Gravis)
• Legends Baseball Night
• Need to coordinate with Lance Ferry

Miscellaneous

• The role of “Road Boss” will be added to the responsibilities of the BMC Vice President.  This task will include the identification and planning of local driving events for club members.  These events will include an activity paid for from the club treasury.
• An Events committee will be established at the next regular meeting with chair persons for the following events:
• Dads & Grads
• Golf Scramble
• Cruise-Ins
• Waveland
• Show & Shines
• An opportunity to have BMC Mustangs escort the Lexington Horsemen cheerleaders into Rupp Arena for a playoff game is being followed up.

• The continuing need for a quarterly newsletter was discussed as the major means of communications with those of the BMC community without access to the Internet.  The search for an editor will continue as well as contributors and content.
• There will be no change to the meeting location without an onsite visit by the Officers & Board.  Eating at the meeting location is an option not a requirement.

July 2008 Meeting  

v      Welcome:  The June Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Dennis Harvat at Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Road in Lexington , Kentucky .  

v      There were 30 members present. Visitors and new members were introduced: Matthew Hacker, Phil and Cindy Cleaver, Jim and Andrew Foley, Tobo Bryant, Mark Warren and Tim, Cathy and Kyle Evans.  We welcome all of the new Mustang enthusiasts to the Bluegrass Mustang Club and look forward to their involvement in club activities.  

v      Secretary’s Report:  Becky presented the June minutes and referred to the posting of all minutes on the club’s web site.  The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes.  Motion made by Jim Fields and seconded Scott Johns.  

v      Treasurer’s Report:  Dan Abner presented the report.  Beginning balance; $4872.87.  Deposits of $2552, ending balance $5558.05. Outstanding checks of $104. Checks paid out totaling $1716.65 and ending book balance of $5454.05. ( UK expenses/costs and donation will be confirmed and paid out this week).  

v      Business Discussions:  

v      Old Business:   

Ø       Dads and Grads: David Link extended a big THANK-YOU to club members for all of their hard work. He summarized the event committee’s debrief providing areas and suggestions to look closely at for next years event.  These included the need for pick up trucks/ trailers to facilitate the delivery and take down of equipment and supplies, a rain date several weeks out instead of the next weekend, reworking the procedures and advertising of the raffle and silent auction, clarifying the lot# and car # for judging.

Ø       MCA Buckeye Mustang National Show-Dublin , Ohio .  Fred Barley was a judge and reported that this was an excellent show with 380+ cars registered for judging.  

v      New Business:  

Ø       BMC Clothing Orders: Karen Fitzgerald will be taking orders again in September and October for Christmas.  Current order should arrive this week and Karen is willing to meet to set up delivery of your personal item.  

Ø       BMC Mustang Night at the Drive-in is scheduled for Saturday July 12^th.  Club members will meet at the Eastland Shopping Center at 7:30 on Winchester Road to drive in as a group. Free admission for all Mustangs!  

Ø       Waveland Mustang and All Ford Show and Shine:  Saturday August 4^th.  EVENT COORDINATOR NEEDED!!! Please step up and volunteer!  This event is put on at the Club’s expense. Karen Mundy volunteered to develop a flyer for this event. Thank-you Karen!  

Ø       Brickyard 400 Picnic-Sunday August 3^rd.  We need to identify a new location as Mr. Greer is no longer able to host this fun event.  

Ø       CAR SHOWS: 

Ø       Keeneland Concours d’Elegance, July 19^th.  There will be a Mustang Paddock!  Club Members will meet in Palomar Shopping Center ’s lot 8:30 to proceed to their assigned/reserved Paddock for this great show.  There are over 120 show cars scheduled and 600+ cars in the paddocks plus motorcycles.

Ø       Paul Miller Auto Outlet and Truck Show N. Circle Road, Lexington July 20^th

Ø       Tri-State Mustang/Ford Club’s 28^th Annual Show ( Ohio ) July 26-27^th.

Ø       MCA No Borders Mustang Inter-Nationals ( Oakville , Ontario Canada ) August 1-3  

Ø       CRUISE-INS:

Ø       Bourbon Street Cruiser’s Cruise-In ( Paris ) July 12 and August 9^th.

Ø       Southern Knights Cruise-in with Pride ( Georgetown ) July 19^th

Ø       Rebel Rodder’s Cruises ( Mt. Sterling )August 2  

Ø       OTHER EVENTS:

Ø       29^th Annual Mustang and All Ford Car Show and Swap Meet ( Louisville ) July 19-20  

Ø       OTHER BUSINESS:

Ø       Rick Baker, Historian “volunteered” to develop a form for club member’s to detail their Mustangs. Thank-you Rick! This will then be a basis for highlight/focus article information for our newsletter.  We are in need of an editor for the newsletter and article ideas.

Ø       Becky Mercier, Secretary, upon receipt of members w/o email addresses, will begin mailing minutes to these members to keep them apprised of the club’s events when they have missed a meeting and announcements.

Ø       Board of Director’s meeting set for Friday July 18^th.  

v      Door Prizes: Roy Mundy, vice-president passed out great prizes to many lucky present club members.  Those with the luck this meeting were: Scott Johns-wax, model mustang, free appetizers, Debbie Monbeck-mustang model, wax and free appetizers, Jean Sharrow-mustang model, wax and free appetizers, Kyle Evans-wax and free appetizers, Andrew Foley-gift set and free appetizers, Miguel Sanchez-car quest kit and free appetizers, and  Fred Barkley-$10 gas card. 

Meeting Adjourned @ 8:30.  
Minutes Submitted by:
Rebecca (Becky) Mercier, Secretary  

Next Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday August 12^th.

June 2008 Meeting

v     Welcome:  The June Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Dennis Harvat at Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Road in Lexington , Kentucky .  

v     There were 29 members present.  Dennis announced the latest new member, Matthew Hacker who was not in attendance and introduced guests Justin Carmack from Paul Miller Ford and Tim Overstreet of Dent Demon.  

v     Secretary’s Report: In Becky’s absence Del Mercier presented the report and referred to the posting of all minutes on the club’s web site.  The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes.  Motion made and seconded.  

v     Treasurer’s Report:  Dan Abner presented the report.  Beginning balance; $7759.  Deposits of $1484, ending balance $4872.87.  Checks to pay out totaling $1400 and ending book balance of $3460.45.  

v     Business Discussions:  

v     Old Business:   

Ø      McDonald’s Cruise-In: The weather was perfect! About 60 cars participated.  This was a very enjoyable evening for all.  

v     New Business:  

Ø      Dads and Grads: Update provided by David Link. The activities for this annual event are moving along very well.  Details and further organization for this fine event were discussed and included: canopies, golf cart, water, ice, and coolers, check-in, for sale corral, raffle and silent action, 50/50, parking, judging, the completion of the stuffing of the gift/goodie bags (thanks to all who participated and special thank-you to Dabney Parker for hosting the event), some cars coming from Indiana, pink noodles for car parkers, vendor fees, sponsors donations, prizes will be awarded on the hour and half hour, more gifts are coming in and ---if it rains….plans and arrangements.

Ø      BMC Clothing Orders.  The club made a $100 donation to the service fund.  

Ø      Car shows: Update provided by Fred Barkley. 

•            MCA Mustang National 6/20-22;

• Queen City Mustangers Roundup 6/28 and 29

•  Blast from the Past Car Show, Berea 6/21

Ø      Cruise-ins:

• Bourbon Street Cruiser’s Cruise-In Paris, 6/14

•  Rebel Ridder’s Cruises- Mt. Sterling 7/5

Ø      Other Events:

Alonzo’s Fourth of July Party and Fireworks 7/4  

v     Door Prizes: Many very lucky meeting attendees this month……..

Jennie Abner—cap, Gayle Freeman-t-shirt, Janice Sternpreis-tire wipes, Dennis Harvat-tire wipes, Fred Barkley-tire wipes, David Link- Eagle tire wet, Justin Carmack-tire wipes, and Tim Overstreet- model Boss.  

Meeting Adjourned at 8:15  

Minute notes taken by Del Mercier 

Submitted by: Rebecca (Becky) Mercier, secretary  

July Meeting scheduled for Tuesday July8th.  

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

May 2008 Meeting  

v     Welcome:  The May Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by President Dennis Harvat at Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Road in Lexington , Kentucky .  

v     There were 29 members present and 2 guests.  

v     Secretary’s Report:  Becky Mercier summarized the April meeting minutes and referred to the posting of all minutes on the club’s web site.  The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes.  Motion made by Del Mercier and seconded.  

v     Treasurer’s Report:  Dan Abner presented the report.  Beginning balance; $3464.61.  Deposits of $6689.00. Bank fee of .74, ending balance $7759.69.  Checks to pay out totaling $4316.25 and ending book balance of $3443.44.  

v     Business Discussions:  

v     Old Business:  Cole Ford Show and Shine was rained out.  The club will reschedule.  We purchased food for the event and this was then donated to the Lexington Rescue Mission and feed a reportedly 40 people.  

Porsche Car Club extended an invitation to their car clinic and drive.  Two members attended and were presented with t-shirts, a great lunch and a complimentary car wash.  

v     New Business:  

Ø      Golf Tournament:  Update on the SUCCESSFUL event was provided by Mike Walden.  We received 20 sponsors for a total of $2000 for holes; 14 teams for a total of $4200 and misc. and auction totaled $1200. Gross $7400-expenses $2399 –profit $5001!  A $2000 check was presented to the Safe Kids Foundation and $2000 check to Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Program. Valvoline proved all participants with shirts and hats.  The Lone Oak caterer did an excellent job in providing lunch and then snacks for the award activities!   The club retained $1001. Special accolades were given to Mike and Eric and several others who actively participated or contributed resources for this club fundraiser/activity.   

Ø      Dads and Grads: Update provided by David Link. The activities for this annual event are moving along very well.  Club members will be wearing t-shirts that will designate each of them as Bluegrass Mustang Club Customer Service providers! A Challenge continues for all club members to seek sponsorships, and gift cards.  Dan Abner has developed a spread sheet for invitees who will be receiving invitations and Del Mercier has emailed over 50 car clubs with the announcement of the show.  The club has purchased a mini Dale Ernhardt Jr. red car for the raffle.  Shell has donated gas cards.  There will be goody bags provided to all registered and pre-registered participants. Also door prize bags will be prepared for the event.  A sign up sheet for Blue Lot work schedules was distributed. Judging will not be drive-thru.  Fred will hold a judging tune-up training at the McDonald’s Cruise-in on the 24^th @ 7 p.m.  Arrangements have been made for publicity on CH. 27, Jack Pattie Show, Cruiser Show, The Bull and in the Herald Leader Community page. Del Mercier obtained a %500 sponsorship for S&S Tire, a $200 sponsorship was received from Jack Kain and $50 gift card from Advance Auto.  Also 4 $10 Kroger cards. Dennis updated the members on the progress with trophies: Roy Mundy and Anthony Eldridge obtained $500 from Bluegrass Mustang Unlimited in Grayson KY for “Best of Show” trophies and dash plagues.  Tri-State will be preparing Best of Model and Best of Show trophies; O’Reilly’s will provide the 75 Top 75 plagues.  Jaime is completing the art work for the T-shirts, U.K. will be providing the  catering services this year with a varied menu and we will have a “for sale” corral at the show.

David encouraged the club members to become involved and to have:  

FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN!  

v     Keeneland Concours d’Elegance: Reminder this event will be held July 19^th.  There are events surrounding this special show beginning July 17^th and commencing on July 20^th. They hope to raise $10,000 for UK Hospital.  

v     Car Shows: Fred Barkley provided the club with an update on upcoming car shows. He will provide an email with the listing to all members.  

v     Cruise-In: Mark your calendars for the next club cruise-in to be held May 24^th at the McDonald’s on Leestown Road (Exit 7 off New Circle).  

v     Door Prizes: Many very lucky meeting attendees this month……..

Jean Sherrow—t-shirt; Scott Johns—Valvoline cap; Rebecca Mercier—hat; Dianne Joyner- sign; Al Duncan-S&S Tire T-shirt; Cynthia Harvat-hat; Vince Lubbers- T-shirt and Janice Steinpreis—a valvoline t-shirt.

Meeting Adjourned at 8:25

Minutes submitted by secretary: 

Rebecca (Becky) Mercier  

June Meeting scheduled for Tuesday June10th.  

(This is the last full membership meeting before the big annual Dads and Grads car show event. Be sure to attend!!)  

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

April 2008 Meeting  

v     Welcome:  The April Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Dennis Harvat at Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Road in Lexington , Kentucky .  

v     There were 27 members present and 2 guests.  

v     Secretary’s Report:  Becky Mercier summarized the March meeting minutes and referred to the posting of all minutes on the club’s web site.  The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes.  Motion made by Del Mercier and seconded by Karen Mundy.  

v     Treasurer’s Report:  Dan Abner presented the report.  Beginning balance; $2090.03.  Deposits of $1740 (2 teams $600, and 8 sponsors $800 and a check for Dad’s and Grads of $365.42).  Ending balance of $3464.61.  We have 6 members who have not paid their dues for the 1^st quarter of 2008.  Reminder notices will be sent.  

v     Business Discussions:  

v     Old Business:  Three cars participated in the rainy St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 15^th.  Garage Day was attended by 11 club members.  Several routine maintenance chores were completed and also a door was replaced on Scott John’s pony.  

v     New Business:  

Ø      Golf Tournament:  Update provided by Mike Walden. ESPN will plug the Gold Scramble and a possibility for a Herald Leader article. Worker’s lunch will be provided.  Fred Barkley donated bag stuffers, Raising Canes has become a sponsor, and many additional donations have been received since last month for the silent auction and also for the teams.  These items include: beer mirrors, tent, golf bags and t-shirts.  Trophies have been donated by Tri-State Trophies and we will just need to pay the postage. There will be a short meeting at the monthly meeting adjournment for club members to sign-up for work assignments.  

Ø      Dads and Grads: Update provided by David Link. Roy Mundy has solicited 2 platinum sponsors and challenged every club member to get one sponsor for the car show. Del Mercier has emailed 108 car clubs (48 went through). There will be 3 banners:  one for registration, one for Judging and one listing all the sponsors.  The posters are not completed but are expected soon. Our benefactor The Mission is also in need of 4-5 people to serve lunches on Tuesdays. Sponsorships:  $50 Bronze, $100 Silver, $200 Gold and $500 for Platinum.  $25 for Honorable mention.  Club members were also urged to take letters to their local Kroger stores and Wal-Mart for gift cards.  

Ø      Fred Barkley verified members who were available for the car judging.

v     Karen Fitzgerald had apparel available along with patches at the meeting and is taking orders.  

v     Keeneland Concours d’Elegance representative Bill Allie spoke about the upcoming event.  This is the 5^th annual.  They expect 600 in the paddock area this year and all will receive a dash plague.  The event is July 19^th.  There are events surrounding this special show beginning July 17^th and commencing on July 20^th. They hope to raise $10,000 for UK Hospital.  

v     Car Shows: Fred Barkley provided the club with an update on car shows including Pensacola FL, MCA show upcoming June 20-22 in Dublin Columbus and a local KY Pony round-up in Frankfort April 26^th, May 17^th Horse and Horse Power at the KY Horse Park 12-4:30, Spring Fling in Indy May 16^th and 18^th and a cruise-in at the Richmond Frisch’s .  

v     Newsletter: Lisa Hurt is putting together a newsletter.  

v     Show and Shine: May 3^rd we have a Show and Shine at Cole Ford in Winchester .  

v     Columbus Swap Meet:  Several club members attended this event earlier in the month.  

v     Door Prizes: Many very lucky meeting attendees this month……..

                Peter Brown: Auto coaster                                      Gayle Freeman: Hat

               Dan ABner: Garage sign                                         Dawn Freeman: Garage sign

              Derrick Lindsey: drink cozy                                    Justin Carmack: Mustang hat

             Jean Sherrow: coaster                                              David Link: car wash  

Meeting Adjourned at 8:40
Minutes submitted by secretary:  Becky Mercier  
May Meeting scheduled for Tuesday May 13^th.  
See you all there!

March 2008 Meeting

• The March meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order by president, Dennis Harvat at 7:30pm.

• Dennis introduced Doug Miller and his wife who joined the club in September 2007 and were attending their first meeting.

• In the absence of Secretary, Becky Mercier, Dennis reviewed the minutes of the February meeting.  A motion was made the accept the minutes and was seconded.

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• Dan Abner presented the Treasurer’s Report.  The opening balance was $1,819.24 with receipts of $305.00 which included two hole sponsors for the Golf Scramble and checks paid for patches, printing and stamps.  The current balance is $1,754.61.

• Dennis presented highlights of the Board of Directors meeting which was held Sunday, February 24, 2008.  (See highlights below)

• Mike Walden gave a status report on the Golf Scramble:

• First place team will receive four dinners and four rounds of golf with cart at Lone Oak Country Club

• We have received a number of donations and silent auction items

• Dave Link gave a status report on Dads and Grads 2008:

• Dave has secured one Platinum sponsorship ($500) from NAPA

• Roy Mundy has secured a Platinum sponsorship ($500) from Bluegrass Mustang Unlimited (unaffiliated parts & services vendor)

• Dennis passed along a Gold sponsorship ($200) from Street Source.

• Committees are pretty much in place with Fred Barkley responsible for Judging, Dan Abner registration, Rick Backer facilities.

• We have access to tables and chairs from the church once again.

• Jamey Adams will print a standup banner with our sponsors logos.

• This year we hope to speed up judging so we can start awards by about 3:00pm

• Karen Fitzgerald asked for donations for another “Care” package to our troops in Iraq .

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• The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is this Saturday.  Meet at 12:00noon at the Rite Aid in the Eastland Shopping Center .  The mayor’s office has requested a convertible for the mayor to ride in.  Dennis gave the job to his wife Cynthia who will drive their black 94 GT Convertible.

• Garage Day at Fred Barkley’s is Saturday, March 22, 2008 from 10:00am - ???

• Door Prizes:

• Fred Barkley – Tire Shine

• Dave Link – Tire Shine

• Karen Mundy – Mustang Book donated by Jim Fields

• Anthony Eldridge – Tire Shine

• The meeting was adjourned at 8:45pm by president  Dennis Harvat

• The next meeting will be Tuesday, April 8, 2008.

Board of Directors Meeting
February 24, 2008 - Highlights

• Attendance

• Entire Board and Officers were in attendance

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• Discussion of Upcoming Events

• Insurance
• Insurance submitted for 1^st McDonalds Cruise-in
• Insurance not needed for Golf Scramble & Cole Ford Show & Shine
• Charity Golf Scramble
• First paid hole sponsor is Remedy Intelligent Staffing $100
• There will be a  20% of net hold back for club before donations to our charities
• Cole Ford Show & Shine
• Flyer by Lisa Hurt printed & available for distribution
• McDonald’s Cruise-In
• Kroger Situation resolved – no problem
• Flyer by Lisa Hurt has been printed
• Dads & Grads
• Sponsors – need $3000 in sponsorships due to uncertainty of O’Reilly’s as a trophy sponsor
• Art Work – in progress
• Tees – 50 (five color) free to first registrants – 50 (three color) for “Staff” (no date so can be used for other events & other years)
• Dash Plaques – 200 ( 150 show participants 50 staff)
• There will be a  20% of net hold back for club before donations to our charity
• Waveland
• Date confirmation for Saturday, August 23, 2008 – 10:00am – 4:00pm
• Dash Plaques to first 50 participants

• Printing

• Alternative to Thoroughbred Printing (Jamey Adams) are being expolred
• Color vs Black & White

• Newsletter

• Frequency – need monthly newsletter
• Mail only to non-email members – email others
• Contributors needed

• Meeting Location

• Alternatives to Ryans
• Ryan’s Hamburg
• Sonny’s Nicholasville

• Dues

• MCA Increase - $30 to $40
• BMC we re-evaluate at end of year

February 2008 Meeting

v     Welcome: The February Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Dennis Harvat at Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Rd. , Lexington , Kentucky .

v     There were 22 members present on this snowy and icy evening.  

v     NEW Members:  Lisa Hart and her friend Don were introduced.  

v     Secretary’s Report: Becky Mercier summarized the January meeting minutes and referred to the posting of all monthly minutes on the club’s web site.  The President was asked for a motion to approve the January minutes.  Motion made by Rick Baker and seconded by David Link.  All affirmed.  

v     Treasurer’s Report:  Dan Abner presented the report.  January’s statement reflected a balance of $1652.24.  Deposits of $235.00, $68 paid for the club’s lock box, leaving a closing balance of $1819.24.  Dues and apparel paid tonight totaled $105.00 and $34.21 reimbursement was made.  Ending balance $1887.03. 

v      Business Discussions:  

v     Golf Tournament:  Mike Walden and Eric Foreman, committee chairs reported on the progress of this club project:  

ü      Flyer and registration forms were distributed. These will also be emailed to club members and available on the web site.

ü      A plea was made for all club members to solicit hole sponsors for this charitable event!

ü      Commitments for door prizes, silent auction items and gifts for goody bags have been received from Papa Johns, Buggies, Johnny Carrino’s, Lowe’s, ProGolf, Mindy’s Classical School of Dance, Liquor Barn, Turf Town, Remedy Temp Services, Nevada Bob’s, Bud and Miller Lite and several other possibilities.

ü      A short meeting of committee members was held at the conclusion of the monthly club meeting.  

v     Dads and Grads Car Show: Report was given by project chair David Link:

ü      Confirmed sponsors and donors include:  Griot’s Garage, Painless, NPD,  Clean Tools, NAPA , Shell, Moroso, Paddock, Salad’s of the Sea, O’Reilly’s, IBIZ, and Cole Ford. 

ü      Jaime is waiting for the finished art work from club member and resident graphic artist to complete the art work for the posters.  He will be including a “Tuner” this year in the collage of autos. 

ü      Some discussion was held on the costs and possibilities of printing.

ü      Dates for a committee meeting will be forth coming and sub-committees will be establishing for this charitable event.  

ü      David challenged the membership to further volunteer with one of our benefactors—Lexington Rescue Mission- with their many initiatives in the Lexington community.  

v     MCA: Fred Barkley reported:  He has the insurance forms for our upcoming events and these will be filled out at the Board meeting on February 24^th.  

v     Announcements:  

ü      Dennis and Cynthia Harvat are now an all Ford family.  Cynthia is sporting a new white Explorer.

ü      Thanks to Karen Fitzgerald once again for packing up care packages to send to Iraq !!!!!!

ü      Reminder*** Apparel orders are being compiled.  We would like to have enough orders that postage is free.  Get your orders in so you may have new apparel for the upcoming shows and events.

ü      Patches with the Bluegrass Mustang Club’s new logo may be purchased for $4 each or possibly 3 for $10.  Several members were gracious enough to “model” their apparel with the new logo!

ü      4-Sale items:  Del Mercier reported on 2 “barn finds”. These are 1965 coupes that will be sold as a package deal.  If interested please email Del and he can send you photos and owner contact info.

ü      Rick Baker’s bother has a 1971 coupe for sale.  It will be in the $4500 range.  Contact Rick at 327-3405 for more information.

ü      Brick Vinson contacted the club advertising a 1966 mustang for $4500.  His cell # is 678-333-7387 if interested and for more information.

ü      There will be a Board meeting Sunday February 24^th at Dennis Harvat’s home from 1-3.  

v     Door prizes: There was one very lucky table this evening…..

ü      Stewart Ledford won leather care kit and a glosser.

ü      Del Mercier a Ford ball cap.

ü      Becky Mercier a Never Dull and 2 glossers.

ü      Howard Fitzgerald a Ford calendar.  

v     Meeting was adjoined at 8:15 by club President Dennis Harvat.  

v     Submitted by: Becky Mercier, secretary.  

The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday March 11^th at 7:30  

Come to eat from the generous buffet, join in the fun, meet other car enthusiasts and get involved in all of the club’s upcoming activities and events!
See you there!!!!!!

January 2008 Meeting  

v     The January 2008 Bluegrass Mustang monthly meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by the new President Dennis Harvat at our regular meeting location of Ryan’s Steak House on Red Mile Road, Lexington, Kentucky.  There were 30 members in attendance.  

v     New officers for 2008 were introduced and are as follows:  President-Dennis Harvat; Vice-President-Roy Mundy; Treasurer- Dan Abner and Becky Mercier-Secretary.   

v     Event Coordinators Mike Walden-Golf Tournament; David Link-Dads and Grads were introduced and an appeal to the membership for event coordinators for the Waveland Show,  Show and Shines and the Cruise-ins was made.   

v     Board of Directors were introduced and are as follows:  Fred Barkley, Howard Fitzgerald, Jerry Joyner, Del Mercier and Karen Mundy.   

v     Other Positions for the 2008 year are as follows:  Fred Barkley-MCA National Director and Club Membership Coordinator; Anthony Greer-Honorary Historian; Rick Baker-Historian; Jamie Adams-News Letter Editor; and Mark Steinpries-Webmaster!