January 2010 Meeting

Call to Order:
The November meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30 pm by President, Roy Mundy with 28 members present. This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. There were no visitors in attendance. 

Secretary's Report:
There was no secretary's report due to the Christmas party, and thankfully no bodily harm inflicted during the gift swap. 

Treasurer's Report:
Dan Abner provided the status of the Club's finances. Since there was no meeting in December, November and December reports were combined. 
November: Beginning balance was $4,108.12 with deposits of $187.00. Checks paid totaled $684.15. Those checks are as follows:

1. Boy scout group for $500.00

2. Web hosting reimbursement charge for Dennis for $63.22

3.  Christmas Parade was $25.00

4.  Misc. postage and new member kits for Fred of $55.93

Balance carried forward of $3,610.97 for December.

December: 1 deposit of $15.00 for membership dues. Checks cleared for $1,023.56 

1. Central Kentucky Riding for hope for $600.00 

2. Make a wish foundation for $400.00. 

3. Postage and envelopes for Dennis for $23.56

Ending balance of $2,602.41

Total donations for 2009 of $4,125.00.
Great job BMC. Report was accepted and seconded. 

A card was passed around and prayers requested for Mrs. Greer because of her cancer.

We also received letters from the charities that we donated to during 2009.  A lady from the Central Kentucky Riding for Hope requested to come to a meeting and thank us personally.  All were very appreciative of the donations.

Roy will be sending out emails requesting participation in new committees for 2010. There are many things going on, so all who would like can participate. The club is requesting everyone's help.

There will be a joint Board members meeting on Saturday night at 7:30 at the Mundys. This will be outgoing and incoming Board members. Work has been done on site visits for the Dads and Grads show. Those sites are as follows. #1. Blue Lot at UK, Valvoline World Headquarters, and R. J. Corman in Nicholasville. We will be wrapping up the decision at this meeting. 

Also, we will be looking at a Car Show committee, and an Events committee, and a new Benevolence committee that will assist with members who have sickness, and family deaths etc.

MCA Update:
Fred stated that the $40 renewal date for MCA has been extended to March 2010. Memberships after that will be $50.00. Fred also stated that the man that he deals with for the club insurance passed away from cancer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

We are still communicating with the Mustang Magazine for the article featuring the club. Rick Baker stated that he only had 14 info sheets turned in.  If there is anyone else that is going to turn one in needs to do so in a couple of weeks.

Thanks to Jay Talbot, the national membership chair for the the SAAC, for a book for a door prize.

Fred mentioned scheduling another Shop Day. Saturday April 10th was decided on.

Those that received door prizes were as follow. Fred Barkley, Dennis Harvat, Derrick Lindsey, Jennie Abner, Becky Mercier, Dawn Freeman, Roy Mundy, Mark Avery, Karen Mundy, and Del Mercier.

The next meeting will be on February 9th at 7:30pm at Wildcat Ford.

A motion was made and seconded for adjournment.

November 2009 Meeting  

Call to Order
The November meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30 pm by President, Roy Mundy with 35 members present.  Veterans who had served in the Armed Forces were asked to stand and were saluted by the membership.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.  There were no visitors in attendance.  

Secretary’s Report
Dennis Harvat read highlights of the minutes from the October meeting.   These were approved as read.  

Treasurer’s Report
Dan Abner provided the status of the Club’s finances.  We opened the period with a balance of $4,123.38.  Deposits amounted to $430 mostly dues and clothing orders.  Checks were $445.26 for clothing orders and new member packages.  The ending balance stood at $4,108.12 with approximately $600 in committed expenses to year-end.  

In light of this favorable condition a motion was made by Becky Mercier to donate $500 to Boy Scout Troup 859, our number 3 charity for 2010.  The donation was approved by the members present and a check was provided to Harry Overtoom to present to the Troop.  

Additional opportunities for donations before year-end will be recommended by the Charity Committee and reviewed by the Board.  

Old Business

• The club will be acquiring a BMC banner that will fly from a staff at car shows.  This should make it easy to find fellow club members attending these shows.
• Karen Mundy is seeking a vendor to produce BMC antenna flags.  Her goal is to keep the cost to the club low enough to make the flags available to club members at around $10.
• Gary Galick reported on the Valvoline Special Products Lab Tour and photo session.
• 21 club members participated
• Coffee & doughnuts were provided compliments of Valvoline
• The Lab tour was conducted by Steve Lazzara and Gary Galick
• Eric Fisher, Valvoline Staff Photographer, handled the photo shoot.  Prints are available a www.eshotimages.com/carshows.
• A token of our appreciation in the form of a BMC hat and tee shirt will be presented to Eric in the near future.
• Rick Baker is preparing an article for Mustang magazine.  His article will include group pictures taken by Eric Fisher.  Surveys to collect biographical information on club members have been distributed to members in attendance.  Additional distribution will be made by Fred Barkley by email.  Please fill them out and return them to Rick.  These will also be used to feature cars and owners on our website.

Events

• Thanks to the five members that participated in the Lexington Veteran’s Day Parade.
• Some members attended the Renfro Valley Car Show.  About 500 cars participated.  Club member Al Duncan won a Top 10 Mustang award.
• Gayle Freeman won a Top 10 award at the Caudill Middle School Car Show in Richmond.
• Don Sharrow attended Alonzo Shirley’s Halloween Cruise-In at the Home Depot on Richmond Road.  Attendance was only 20-30 cars due to the cold evening.

New Business
The election of club Officers and Board of Directors was conducted at the meeting.  Ballots will continue to be accepted via mail or email until November 30^th.  The new Officers and Board of Directors will be introduced at the club’s Christmas Party, Saturday, December 12^th.

Upcoming Events

• The Downtown Lexington Annual Christmas Parade, Friday, November 27^th.  The parade starts at 5:30pm.  Those participating will meet at the Rite Aid in the Eastland Shopping Center by 4:30PM.  There is no limit to the number of cars that can participate.
• The BMC Annual Christmas Party will be hosted by Roy and Karen Mundy at their home.
• Where: 3672 Winding Wood Lane in Lexington.  Check the website for a map.
• Date: Saturday, December 12^th
• Time: 6:00pm - ????
• Bring a dish to share if you wish
• The evening will feature a voluntary gift exchange.  Bring a wrapped gift with a value of approximately $20 if you wish to participate.

Miscellaneous

• MCA dues go up to $50 in January.  Renew before year-end and save $10.
• If you need BMC window decal, they are available from Fred Barkley.
• Roy Mundy will schedule a Dads & Grads 2010 Show committee meeting shortly to make a final determination on the show site, initiate supporter thank you letters, commission art work for the official poster, registration form, tee shirts and dash plaques.

Door Prizes

• Marion Queen -            Eagle 1 Car Wash, Glosser, NTB Oil Change
• Dawn Freeman -          Tire Shine, Glosser, NTB Oil Change
• Lorna Galick -              Grease Free, Glosser, NTB Oil Change
• Del Mercier -               Movie Coupon, Glosser
• Jerry Joyner -               Movie Coupon, Glosser
• Dennis Harvat -            Eagle 1 Wax as you Dry, Glosser, NTB Oil Change
• Gary Galick -               Mustang $25 Gift Certificate, NTB Oil Change.

Adjournment

• The final 2009 business meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was adjourned at 8:30pm.

§        The next meeting will be the annual Christmas Party on December 12, 2009.  

§        The first official business meeting of 2010 will be 7:30pm, Tuesday, January 12, 2010.

October 2009 Meeting

Call to Order
The October meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:25pm by President Roy Mundy with 39 members and guests present.  Roy led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Visitors included Dave and Valerie Kincaid.  Dave has a 2008 Bullitt and Valerie has a 2008 Shelby GT.  Also in attendance was the new owner of Doc’s Mustang, Dave Barrentine.  Attending for the first time was new member Russell Sells and his friend Rex Barker who drives a 99 Mustang Cobra convertible.  

The sales team from Wildcat Ford made an appearance with an offer to sell any Mustang on the lot at dealer invoice that night.  I guess we’ll wait until next meeting to see if anyone took them up on the offer.  

Secretary’s Report
Dennis Harvat read highlight from the minutes of the September meeting.  The minutes, which had been distributed by email, mail and available online on the club website, were accepted and approved.  

Treasurer’s Report
Dan Abner provided a recap of the financial condition of the club’s treasury.  The period started with $3,994.35.  Deposits were $340 (including a check for $300 from Gravis McDonalds). Checks were $210.97 leaving a balance at the end of the period of $4,123.38.  The Dads & Grads fee for the use of the UK Blue Lot came in at $216.26 and was paid immediately.  This was below the amount accrued and raised the net to the club to $736.00 after expenses and donations.  

Old Business
Charity Committee
The results of the balloting for charities to support in 2010 were as follows:

1. Central Kentucky Riding for Hope
2. Make A Wish Foundation
3. Boy Scouts of America Troop 859

The BMC Board of Directors will determine the dollar objectives for each in the next Board meeting.  The results of the balloting are attached.  

The September Fall McDonalds cruise-in was the best attended in recent memory.  

Turn out for the cruise-in at the Old Kentucky BBQ was fair but the food was excellent.  

A number of members attended the Derby City Show at General Butler State Park.  

Efforts to have a BMC night at the Sky-Vue Drive-In were tabled until next year.  Plans for an October event ended when the theater closed for the season.  

New Business
The planning committee for Dads & Grads 2010 will be meeting soon.  This will include the Officers and Board as well as other key members from this year’s show.  

A Cole Ford Show & Shine event is tentatively planned for October.  Roy Mundy will confirm a date with Donny Cole as soon as possible.  

Fred Barkley announced that Mustang Club of America dues will go up in 2010 to $50.  You can still take advantage of the $40 rate until the end of the year.  

Fred attended a MCA Judges meeting at Bob Perkins in Wisconsin.  He reported that Bob’s collection of 100% authentic vehicles and collectables is awesome!  

Roy Mundy was approached by Mustang magazine for a feature article on the Bluegrass Mustang Club.  Rick Baker will follow up.  Look for a survey form and photo cruise-in shortly to gather information and pictures of club member’s cars.  Information will be used in the magazine article and posted on the BMC Showcase on our website.  

Karen Fitzgerald took orders for club apparel for delivery before Christmas.  

Upcoming Events

• The BMC annual Christmas Party will be the second Saturday of December.  If you are interested in hosting the event, please contact Roy Mundy as soon as possible.  The party will include a voluntary exchange of gifts with a value of $20.
• The Woolley Worm festival in Beattyville includes a parade and car show October 24^th & 25^th.
• Alonzo Shirley annual Halloween cruise-in will be October 31^st at the Home Depot parking lot on Richmond Road here in Lexington.
• The last Somerset Cruise-in of the year is the last Saturday of the month.
• Check out Charlie Napier’s Renfro Valley Show Saturday, November 7^th.
• The Veteran Day Parade in Lexington is coming up.  Contact Rick Baker if you are interested in participating.  Limit 5-6 vehicles.
• The Downtown Lexington’s Annual Christmas Parade is the Friday after Thanksgiving.  We are still waiting for a formal invitation.

Election for 2010 Board and Officers
Nominations were taken from the floor for the Officers and Board of Directors for 2010 as follows:

President
            Roy Mundy
Vice President
            Del Mercier
Secretary
            Lorna Galick
Treasurer
            Dan Abner

Board of Directors
            Rick Baker
            Fred Barkley
            Anthony Eldridge
            Howard Fitzgerald
            Gayle Freeman
            Dennis Harvat
            Steve Lazzara
            David Link
            Debbie Monbeck

Nominations are open through the month of October.  Please make your choices known to either Roy Mundy or Dennis Harvat no later than October 31^st.

A vote by secret ballot will be taken at the November Meeting.  Members not in attendance will be able to vote via email.  

Results will be announced at the annual Christmas Party.  

Miscellaneous
If you are behind in your club dues, please see Dan Abner as soon as possible.  Checks can be mailed to the club P.O. Box.  

Door Prizes
The following people won door prizes:

Becky Mercier, Anthony Eldridge, Valerie Kincaid, Rick Bate, Donna Lazzara, Karen Mundy, Russell Sells and Vince Lubbers.  

The next meeting of Bluegrass Mustang Club will be 7:30pm Tuesday, November 10, 2009.

September 2009 Meeting

Call to Order
The September meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30pm by President, Roy Mundy.  Roy led the 28 members in attendance with the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Roy recognized Betty Beard attending with her husband Kenny for the first time.  Also attending their first meeting was Bill Johnson and his wife.  

Welcome back Dawn Freeman!  We’re glad you had a speedy recovery from your accident.

Secretary’s Report
Secretary Dennis Harvat read the minutes from the August meeting and thanked Debbie Monbeck for filling in for him while he was in California .  The minutes were accepted as read.  

Treasurer’s Report
Dan Abner reported the financial status indicating the August opening balance was $3,587.93.  Deposits were $460 with $300 of that being the sponsorship money from Roush.  Checks amounted to $53.58 leaving an ending balance for the period of $3,994.35.  Still outstanding is the fee for the use of UK ’s Blue Lot.  

Dan’s recap of the Dads & Grads finances indicated following the donation of $2,500 to the Lexington Rescue Mission,  $477 went into the club’s treasury.  

Old Business

Charity Committee

• The Charity Committee has identified 19 charities for possible support in 2010.
• Harry Overtoom presented an appeal for Boy Scout Troop 859 indicating that a donation of $500 would provide a big boost to their program.
• Tim Evans pitched support for Central Kentucky Riding for Hope.  This charity had also been beneficiary from the 2008 BMC Charity Golf Scramble.
• A secret ballot was taken at the meeting and turned over to Becky Mercier.
• Dennis Harvat will email the ballot so that those not in attendance can state their opinion.  Please respond by September 15^th.

Event Planning

• There will be a cruise-in at the McDonald’s on Leestown Road , Saturday, September 12^th from 6:00pm – 10:00pm.  “Iceman” will be the DJ and door prizes will be awarded.
• Drive-In Movie Night has been postponed until October.
• The Old Kentucky BBQ will host a cruise-in with BMC help as soon as a DJ with an open date can be identified.
• Alonzo Shirley will once again host his Halloween Cruise-In at the Home Depot parking lot on Richmond Road on Halloween Night, October 31^st from 6:00pm – 10:00pm.
• This Saturday, September 12 is the Derby City Club’s Car Show at General Butler State Park .  Caravan from Palomar Center in Lexington at 7:00am Saturday.  You can also catch the caravan at Hardee’s in Frankfort at 8:00am.
• The Fitzgeralds’s reported on the August Somerset Cruise-in which featured the Mustang this month.  At least 300 Mustangs were in attendance with many more not parked in the “corral”.  Feature cars do get preferential treatment for parking.
• Fred Barkley reported on the MCA National held in Van Nuys , California .  Only 162 cars participated due o heat, smoke and ash from the brush fires burning in the area.
• Karen Mundy took “Best of Show” and “People’s Choice” awards at a show at Brannon Crossing this past weekend.
• Don’t forget to pass out the Save-the-Date flyers for Dads and Grads 2010 any time you’re at a car show or cruise-in.

 New Business

• We are still looking for a Chair and Co-Chair for Dads & Grads 2010.  The 2009 Committee that included the Board of Directors, the Officers and other members, will keep the ball rolling until these positions are filled and take over the responsibilities
• Fred Barkley indicated that the MCA is holding an executive ballot to raise dues to $50 per year.
• Karen Fitzgerald will be taking orders for club apparel.  Place your orders by the October meeting to insure delivery for Christmas.
• The election of the 2010 Board of Directors and Officers will take place in November.  Candidates for the election need to be identified by the end of October so their names can be placed on the ballot.  Please think about who you would want in these positions and make your choices know to the current leadership.

Door Prizes

• Lorna Galick                Oil Change & Glosser
• Diane Joyner                Oil Change & Glosser
• Time Evans                   NPD Tee Shirt, Hat & Eagle One Coupons
• Rick Bate                     NPD Tee Shirt, Hat & Eagle One Coupons
• Gary Galick                  Oil Change & Mustang GT model
• Dennis Harvat               Oil Change & Cobra model
• Debbie Monbeck         Detailer Kit
• Dawn Freeman Inflatable Pool

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm .  

Next meeting is 7:30pm , Tuesday, October 13^th at Wildcat Ford (formerly Bill Collins) on Nicholasville Rd.    Please feel free to join other members for supper at Bob Evans around 6:00 .

August Meeting 2009  

Call To Order
The August meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30 by President Roy Mundy.  There were 29 members present and three visitors, Robert Wilson, Robert Wilson Jr. and Bill Doyle.

 Business started with the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Jim Connell from the Lexington Rescue Mission came to thank the club for our generous donation of $2500.00.  He updated us on the good work that the Mission does & let us know that they’ve opened a thrift store near Hub Cap Annie’s on New Circle Rd.   

Secretary’s Report
Due to Dennis’ absence Fred Barkley reviewed the minutes from the July meeting.  The minutes were approved as read.  

Treasurer’s Report
The opening balance for the period was $5,901.72.  We had deposits of $280.63 and debits of $2594.42 leaving us with an ending balance of $3587.93.  Our debits included the donation to the Lexington Rescue Mission.  The IRS has now given us Tax Exempt Status.  

Old Business  

Dads & Grads  

• Roy again thanked the club for their help in putting on another successful show.
• The 2010 car show committee is still in the works.  If you’d like to be on the committee or have any suggestions please email Roy at yellowshelby@aol.com.

 Show Attended  

• Cathy & Tim Evans won 1^st place at a Military Vehicle Preservation Society with their vintage military truck.  Way to go!

 Event Planning Committee  

• Gary Galick, Steve Lazarra & Rick Bate are planning a Drive-In outing for August 22 at the Winchester Drive-In.  Please watch your email for further details!  They are also working on a possible get together at Old Kentucky Bar B Q.  More information will be provided as they get it.

 Charitable Committee  

• Karen Fitzgerald read the list of suggested charities and passed around a sheet for members to add their favorite charities.

Several of our members attended the Keeneland Concours D’Elegance on  July 18th.  The cars were gorgeous & the weather was phenomenal.  A great time was had by all!  If you missed this year plan to attend next year, this is a premier event.  

Fred urged more members to join the MCA.  Not only do you get $5.00 off your BMC dues but you also get their great magazine, Mustang Times.  The MCA provides insurance for our shows so they need our support.  

Rick Baker had printed out a flyer to tell people to “Save the date” for our car show next year.  The flyer will also be sent out via email to the club this week.  

Alonzo Shirley had surgery & is now recovering at home.  

Door Prizes  

• Del Mercier                          Eagle One Nana Wax, Eagle One Coupon Book, screwdriver & glosser
• Kenny Beard                        Eagle One Nana Wax, Eagle One Coupon Book, screwdriver & glosser
• Jackie Silvers                        Eagle One Nana Wax, Eagle One Coupon Book, screwdriver & glosser
• Steve Lazarra                        Eagle One Nana Wax, Eagle One Coupon Book, screwdriver & glosser
• Anthony Eldridge                  Jeg’s Hat & Eagle One Tire Swipes
• Tommy Hall                          Jeg’s Hat & Eagle One Tire Swipes
• Lydia Hall                             NPD t-shirt
• Donna Lazarra                      NPD t-shirt
• Cathy Evans                          Valvoline bag

The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 .  

Next meeting is 7:30pm , Tuesday, September 8^th at Bill Collins Ford on Nicholasville Rd.   Please feel free to join other members for supper at Bob Evans around 6:00 . 

July Meeting 2009

Call to Order
The July meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at &30pm by President, Roy Mundy.  There were 32 members present and three visitors, Barry Sharp (GT500), Kenny Beard and Rita Barnett.  Business started with the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Kenny Beard and his wife Debbie became our newest members with their 2007 Torch Red Mustang Coupe.  Welcome Kenny & Debbie!!  

Rita Barnett attended the meeting to advertise her 1985 Mustang Convertible which is for sale.  She heard about the club’s meeting from member Dennis Harvat.

Secretary’s Report
The secretary did not review the minutes from the June meeting due to an oversight on his part to bring a copy to the meeting.  The minutes are available below on the website.  Any discrepancies should be noted to either Dennis Harvat or Roy Mundy.  

Treasurer’s Report

The opening balance for the period was $4,560.75.  Receipts from Dads & Grads included $1,535 from registration, $520 from the 50/50, $2,360 from sponsors, $110 from vendors, $513 from the silent auction and $160 from the food vendor.  The current balance in the check book is $5,901.72 with three outstanding expenditures.  These figures do not include $300 sponsorship money from Roush and $80 from two silent auction items.  

Old Business

Dads & Grads

• Mundy offered his appreciation for everyone that helped make Dads & Grads a success.
• The car show committee will meet to critique the show
• If you have any comments please email them to Roy Mundy
• Planning for the 2010 Dads & Grads Show will start immediately.

Show Attended

• Roy & Karen Mundy attended the Cobra Show in London , OH
• Paul Miller Show
• MCA Nationals in Indiana were attended by Fred Barkley and Debbie Monbeck.  Fred also judged the event.

Event Planning Committee

• Gary Galick, Steve Lazarra and Rick Bate have volunteered for the new Event Planning Committee.

Tax Exempt Status

• Final papers have been submitted to the IRS to gain Non- Profit – Tax Exempt status for the club.

New Business

• Based on the clubs financial report, a donation of $2,500 will be made to the Lexington Rescue Mission from the proceeds of Dads & Grads 2009.
• Doc’s Mustang is changing ownership.  The August cookout at Doc’s Nicholasville facility may still be scheduled.
• Bill Collins Ford in Nicholasville has been sold to an Arizona interest.  It does not appear that this will impact our future relationship with the business.

Upcoming Events

• Renfro Valley show in November.  Stay tuned for more information.
• Concours d’Elegance at Keeneland this Saturday, July 18^th.
• Meet at Palomar McDonald’s at 8:15am
• Depart for show site 8:45:am
• Entrance fee is $15 per person to benefit UK Children’s Hospital.
• Mark Mercier is organizing a “Spirited” road rally following the Concours.  Meet at the Sonic on Harrodsburg Road at 6:00pm.
• A night at the Sky-Vue Drive In will be scheduled in August.

Door Prizes

• Debbie Monbeck                     Haircut voucher
• Rick Baker                               Edlebrock Hat
• Jay Talbott                               Manicure
• Miguel Sanchez                        Pepsi & Model Car
• Steve Lazarra                           Paint Guage
• Earlene Prokopec                     Pepsi & Hat
• Don Sherrow                            $25 gift Certificate
• Dan Abner                               Oil Change and Model Car
• Steve Hamlin                            California Special Die Cast Model

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm.  

Next meeting is 7:30pm, Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at Bill Collins Ford on Nicholasville Road at Brannon Crossing.  See you there.

June Meeting 2009
The June meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club started with a club project to fill goody bags for the upcoming Dads & Grads 2009 Car Show.  Everyone present participated and the job was completed in record time.  Thanks to everyone!  

President Roy Mundy opened the June business meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club with 37 members present at 8:00pm.  There were two guests present, Jay Talbott from Shelby American Association and Barry Corse from Ultra Luster Waterless Car Wash and Protective Glaze.  Roy led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.  

Secretary’s Report
Dennis Harvat presented highlights from the June meeting which were accepted as read by the members present.  

Treasurer’s Report
Dan Abner presented the Treasurer’s Report indicating an opening balance for the period of $2,414.75 and a closing balance of $4,560.75.  Dan also reported 14 pre-registrations for Dads & Grads 2009.

Old Business

• Roy expressed appreciation for the participation in May events including the Bill Collins Grand Opening, Paul Miller Express Lane Opening, the BMC Road Rally & Cole Ford Show & Shine and the McDonald’s Cruise-In.  Thanks again to everyone who participated.
• Fred Barkley was recognized for receiving the Mustang Club of America’s Gold Pin Award for having judged 24 MCA events.  Congratulations Fred!

Dads & Grads 2009

• The Board and Officers held a status meeting May 25^th and June 2^nd.
• Trophies, award plaques, tee shirts and dash plaques have been ordered from Parrot Trophies in Versailles .  This business hires people with special needs.
• We are still looking for vendors
• We need to confirm the food vendor for the show.  Rick Baker will address this issue.
• Sign-up sheets were provided for the various groups both day before and day of the show.  Everyone needs to find a way to contribute.
• Dawn Freeman will coordinate the Silent Auction.  Many excellent gifts have already been accumulated with more on the way.
• Multi media advertising for the show has been arranged with the first to appear in the Herald-Leader’s Community Page on Wednesday, June 10^th.
• Marc Mercier and Dennis Harvat will head up the 50/50 raffle.
• Dan Abner will get ice for the show, however those folks with coolers are asked to bring them.
• Tables will be rented from UK but members are asked to bring their own chairs.
• Del Mercier is still trying to arrange for the appearance of the UK Solar Car at the show.
• The efforts to have a “Dyno” at the show were squelched by UK .  This may prompt the search for a new venue for 2010.
• The 2010 Show will most likely focus on multiple Ford sponsors.  Sponsors for the 2010 show will receive heads up letters in the October/November time frame to secure spots in their 2010 budgets.

New Business

• Upcoming events

o        Third Annual Midwest Mayhem Custom Car Show and Concert
Friday- Sunday, June 12-14,2009 –  8:00am – 11:00pm
Masterson Station Park, Lexington , KY

o        Woodford County Fair Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
Saturday, June 13, 2009 - 10:00am - 3:30pm, Woodford County Fairgrounds, Versailles , KY

o        The Bluegrass Mustang Club Presents
Dads & Grads 2009 Car Show
All Makes All Models Welcome
Saturday, June 20, 2009 - 9:00am - 4:00 pm
UK Commonwealth Stadium Blue Lot,  Lexington, KY

o        Chrome & Cruise Cruise-In
Saturday, June 20, 2009 - 12:00noon - 4:00pm
Maysville-Mason Co Recreation Park, Just off of US 68, Washington , KY

o        2nd Annual Clayton Mobile Home Show
Saturday, June 27, 2009 - 9:00am - 3:00pm, 300 Connector Road, Georgetown, KY

o        Harrodsburg's Cruise-In
Saturday, June 27, 2009 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Harrodsburg Flea Mall & Antique Center, Harrodsburg , KY

o        Rebel Rodders Cruise-In
Saturday, July 4, 2009 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm, Downtown Mt. Sterling , KY

o        Paul Miller Auto Outlet Car & Truck Show
Sunday, July 12, 2009 - 9:00am - 4:00pm, 974 Beasley Street , Lexington , KY

• Check the “Calendar” page on the website for other events
• Charity Committee is seeking recommendations for 2010 donation opportunities.  Submit your suggestions to Becky Mercier by phone or email.

Door Prizes

• Door prizes were won by the following folks:
• Don Sherrow
• Mark Mercier
• Roy Mundy
• Marc Lindsey
• Janet Steinpreis

Adjournment & Tour
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00pm.  

May Meeting 2009

President Roy Mundy opened the May meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club with 37 members present at 7:30pm.  There were no new members or guests present.  Roy led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance with Diane Joyner as flag bearer.  

Secretary’s Report
Dennis Harvat presented highlights from the April meeting which were accepted as read by the members present.  

Treasurer’s Report
Dan Abner presented the Treasurer’s Report indicating an opening balance for the period of $2,319.93 and a closing balance of $2,414.75.  Dan also reported 4 pre-registrations for Dads & Grads 2009, two of which were from British Columbia , Canada .  They should be candidates for the longest distance award.  

Old Business

• Fred Barkley, Debbie Monbeck, Howard & Karen Fitzgerald attended The Mustang 45^th Anniversary Show in Birmingham , AL .  The show was quite large with about 2,500 cars present of which 250 were judged, 200 vendors including Doc’s Mustang, Kentucky Mustang, and Bluegrass Mustangs Unlimited.  Other attractions included a Motor Sports Museum , drifting demonstrations and the 1^st Mustang from the Ford Museum .
• The Frankfort Pony Car Roundup was a nice show with 96 cars most of which were Mustangs.  Dennis Harvat was awarded the sponsor’s plaque.
• The car show at EKU had about 100 cars.  Three BMCers attended including Jamey Adams and Dennis Harvat.
• The Ice Pack Car Club Spring Boonesborough Show had about 300 cars with great weather on Saturday and rain on Sunday.
• Roy emphasized the need to get the word out on the cruise-in on Saturday May 16^th, the Show & Shine on May 23^rd and Dads & Grads 2009 June 20th.  Get or make copies of the registration flyers and pass them out at every opportunity, especially car shows that you attend.

Dads & Grads 2009

• The Board and Officers held a status meeting May 11^th.
• Trophies, tee shirts and dash plaques need to be ordered
• We are still looking for vendors
• We still need door prizes and gift certificates.  Don’t forget to approach Kroger & Wal-Mart as well as local businesses you frequent.
• Arrangements for a “Dyno” at the show site are continuing.  Permission from UK and assurance that we are properly insured are issues being pursued.

New Business

• Upcoming events
• BMC McDonalds Cruise-In – Saturday, May 16^th
• 1st Annual Community Car Show ( Clark County ), Saturday, May 16, 2009 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm
• 5th Annual Kentucky Thoroughbreds, Horses and Horsepower Car Show, Saturday, May 16, 2009 - 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Road Rally and Show & Shine at Cole Ford – Saturday, May 23^rd.  Meet at the Cracker Barrel on Winchester Road at 9:00am, Saturday, May 23^rd for breakfast before the road rally.  Rally will end at Cole Ford in Winchester at approximately 11:30am.
• 2nd Annual Thoroughbred Car Show, Saturday, May 30, 2009 - 11:00am - 5:00pm
• Harrodsburg's Cruise-In, Saturday, May 30, 2009 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm
• MCA Race to Indy National Show, Friday - Sunday, June 5-7, 2009
• Check the “Calendar” page on the website for other events
• Paul Miller Quick Lane Grand Opening is Friday – Sunday, May 15-17, 2009.  BMCer will meet at the Eastland Shopping Center at 2:00pm Saturday, May 16^th to caravan to the event.
• Bill Collins will be holding a media day at their new facility.  The BMC is invited to take part.  More details to follow.

Door Prizes

• Door prizes were won by the following folks:
• Diane Joyner    -           Hat
• Dennis Harvat -            Hat
• Bill Alley           -           Declined
• Donna Lazarra-            Declined
• Derrick Lindsey            Hat & Oil Change
• Rick Baker       -           Hat & Oil Change
• Gene Messner  -           Shirt & Hat

Adjournment & Tour
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm.  

The next meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club will be Tuesday, June 9, 2009.  Location Bill Collins Ford on Nicholasville Road at Brannon Crossing.

April Meeting 2009

The April meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order by President Roy Mundy at 7:35pm.  The meeting site was in the second floor conference room at the new Bill Collins Ford dealership on Nicholasville Road at Brannon Crossing in Nicholasville , KY.   There were 38 members present and one guest.  Also present were our hosts from Bill Collins, Byron Evans and Roger Wood.

Roy led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance and indicated the dealership had attempted to have a 2010 Mustang onsite but took delivery of a 2009 instead.  Roy thanked Byron for hosting our meeting.  The members present opted to take a tour of the new facilities following the meeting.

Roy announced that member Janet Steinpries had been in the hospital and asked all to keep her in their thoughts and prayers.

Our guest was Gene Messner who also became our newest BMC member.  Gene has a red 2008 Mustang GT Coupe.  Welcome Gene!

Secretary’s Report

Dennis Harvat presented the minutes from the March meeting which were accepted as read by the members present.

Treasurer’s Report

Dan Abner presented the Treasurer’s Report indicating an opening balance for the period of $2,551.93 and a closing balance of $2,319.93.  Major expenditures included a check to the federal government for $300 with our application for tax exempt status.

Old Business

• A number of members attended the swap meet in Columbus , OH .  Del Mercier bought seats for his project 66 Mustang, Roy bought a Roush sticker for his wife’s car and Anthony Eldridge came home with money left over to Rhonda’s surprise!  
• The St. Patrick’s Day Parade was rained out.  
• About 17 members showed up for Shop Day at Fred Barkley’s including Peter Brown and potential new members Lee and Alex Johnson.  It was a “hands on” tool time experience. We learned some things, told some stories and enjoyed one another’s company.  

Dads & Grads 2009

• Preparations continue for Dads & Grads 2009.  Steve Hamlin, Dave Link, Dennis Harvat, Tommy Hall and others have mailed letters requesting support in the form of cash, gift certificates and door prizes to vendors that helped in the past.  Positive results are coming in including Summit Racing, NPD, Comp Pro, Dearborn Classics, Painless, JEGS, Trailblazers, Paul Cleaver (Freedom Dodge), and others.
• Dave Link asked everyone to get to your local Kroger and Wal-Mart at the first of the month for gift cards.  These are used for door prizes and purchases such as water for the workers the day of the show.
• Debbie Monbeck and Rick Baker have volunteered to handle publicity for the show.
• Other car clubs need to be contacted and supplied with registration flyers and information on the show.
• Help will be needed in late May – early June to stuff goody bags.  Don’t forget to ask for items for goody bags from the businesses you frequent.
• Insurance for the show has been arranged by Fred Barkley through MCA.
• Del Mercier suggested a silent auction and requested any type of donation for auction items.
• Much up front work still needs to be done, so chip in and do your part!!  

March Meeting 2009

The March meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30pm by president, Roy Mundy.  There were 40 members and 1 visitor present.   This month’s meeting was held at Logan ’s Roadhouse on Rojay Drive in the Fayette Mall.  With a number of new and returning members present Roy asked to each member to introduce themselves and identify the make and model of their car(s).  Our visitor was Barry Corse of Ultra Luster Waterless Car Wash and Protective Glaze.  

A moment of silence was observed for Arthur Cole, Owner of our sponsor Cole Ford in Winchester , who passed away recently.  Roy indicated the club made a donation of $75 in Arthur Cole to the American Cancer Society.  

Dennis Harvat recapped the February meetings minutes which were accepted as read.  

Dan Abner presented the Treasurer’s report.  $300 was paid to Gleason Humphery, the “Ice Man” DJ to secure his services for our cruise-ins and Dads & Grads 2009.  The Arthur Cole donation check was outstanding.  The current balance in the checkbook was $2,551.93.  

Roy Mundy led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance, re-instating a tradition of meetings past.  

Old Business

• The meeting location survey was revisited which indicated a 50/50 split in satisfaction with Ryan’s Family Restaurant now a moot point
• Collins Ford may or may not be ready for the April meeting.
• Logans Roadhouse is available the second Tuesday of the month and may be alternative site.
• Parking is a problem – Suggest a parking corral in future
• Music was a distraction and could not be turned off
• Service people had difficulty with getting bills to the right people
• Dads & Grads 2009 Car Show
• The UK Blue Lot has been secured for Dads & Grads 2009
• “Ice Man” will be the DJ for Dads & Grads
• Dave Link is Co-Chair with the Board and Officers
• Steve Hamlin will coordinate all sponsorships and door prizes
• Del Mercier is seeking 10 commitments for dyno testing to secure the vendor
• Del Mercier is trying to get UK ’s Solar Race Car for the show
• Email Dennis Harvat if you need solicitation letters and/or flyers
• Barry Corse of Ultra Luster is the first committed vendor for the show.

 New Business

• Charity Review Committee
• Board will establish charity review criteria
• Charity Review Committee will be established from the membership by invitation
• The committee will establish review guidelines
• Committee will accept recommendations from the membership
• Presentations to the membership will be required for acceptance

• Event Planning Committee
• Request will be made for volunteers from the membership
• St. Patrick’s Day Parade is at 1:00pm Saturday.  Meet at Eastland Shopping enter by noon
• A road trip to Shakertown is being planned tentatively For April 11^th.  A straw poll indicated about 25 interested members.
• Fred Barkley is planning a “Shop Day” at his garage in Frankfort for Saturday, March 21^st from 10:00am until the last customer is served
• “Ice Man” (Gleason Humphery) has been secured for DJ at Dads & Grads 2009 as well as our two McDonald’s cruise-ins.
• The big Swap Meet is Columbus is coming up Saturday, March 28^th

Door Prizes

• Kyle Evans                   $10 Kroger Gift Card
• Bill Alley                       $10 Kroger Gift Card
• Mark Steinpreis            $10 Kroger Gift Card
• Lydia Hall                     $10 Kroger Gift Card
• David Link                   Wrench

The meeting was adjourned at 8:45pm.  

The next meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club will be Tuesday, April 14, 2009.  Location to be determined.

February Meeting 2009

The February meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30pm by president, Roy Mundy.  There were 32 members present.   Due to the closing of Ryan’s Family Restaurant on Monday February 9^th, the meeting location was hastily changed to the Golden Corral Restaurant on New Circle in Lexington .  Apologies were made for the short notice and inconvenience of not having a private meeting room.  

A new meeting location was discussed identifying Bill Collins Ford and Sonny’s BBQ as future meeting locations.  Roy indicated that Bill Collins New location on Nicholasville Road in Brannon Crossing may be ready in time for the March meeting.  Members were asked to check the website and their email in the coming weeks for more information.  

Due to the lack of privacy, the Secretary did not read the minutes of the January meeting nor did the Treasurer give his report.  

Bill Collins has invited the Bluegrass Mustang Club to participate in a special “Open House” when their new facility is opened.  

The main focus of club activity is the Dads & Grads Show. 

• A call to all members has been made to solicit sponsorships and donations in the form of cash, product, door prizes or advertising material.  Steve Hamlin will co-chair the committee and focus on major sponsorships.  Each member family has been challenged to produce $100 in sponsorship money and four door prizes in support of the show.

• Dave Link has agreed to co-chair Dads & Grads 2009 to pass along the wealth of knowledge he has acquired from the two previous shows.

• Dennis Harvat has volunteered to provide letters and flyers for any member requiring them for potential donors.  The member need only identify the name and address of the business and the person to whom the letter needs to be addressed and Dennis will take it from there.

• Please consider businesses other than automotive related in your searches.  Restaurants, hair salons, dry cleaners, bakeries, etc. often provide door prize material.  Remember women also enjoy our hobby and come as participants or spectators.  “Girlie” gifts will surely be appreciated.

• The charity for Dads & Grads 2009 was discussed.  Other possible charities were asked to be considered.  Due to the need to lock in a charity for advertising purposes a vote was taken to continue to support the Lexington Rescue Mission.  The vote was not unanimous, however the motion was carried.  Depending on the success of the event, other charities may also benefit.

The club has been entered in the Lexington Irish Society’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Saturday, March 14^th.  Participating members will meet at the Eastland Shopping Center by noon.  There is no limit to the number of cars.

 Karen Fitzgerald has asked for anyone wanting to make a purchase of club apparel to please due so by the March meeting.  

Door Prizes:

• Dave Link                    Mustang Book
• Roy Mundy                  Glosser & Ford key chain
• Bea Bland                    Glosser & Ford key chain
• Gary Galick                  Mustang Price Guide
• Marc Steinpreis            Mustang key chain
• Stewart Ledford           Mustang Belt Buckle

The meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm.

The next meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club will be Tuesday, March 10, 2009.  Location to be determined.

January Meeting 2009

Call to Order:  The January 2009 meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was called to order at 7:30pm by our new president, Roy Mundy.  There were 27 members and guests in attendance.  

Announcement:  Roy introduced our guests (later new members) Gary and Lorna Galick who own three Mustangs and Steve Lazzara who owns a Bullitt Mustang.  Roy called for a round-robin introduction of members present for the benefit of our new members.  Roy also called special attention to our younger members Mark Mercier and Anthony Eldridge and noted our intent to get more young folks involved in the club.  

Welcome back to returning member Steve Hamlin and his ’03 SVT Cobra.  

Secretary's Report:  Dennis Harvat provided the Secretary’s Report covering November 2008, the last formal meeting of the club and the December Christmas Party.  The minutes were accepted as presented.  

Treasurer's Report:  Dan Abner gave the Treasurer’s Report highlighting a December donation to the Lexington Rescue Mission of $100 for their Christmas Dinner program.  After a provision of $300 for the Christmas Party, the balance in the club’s checkbook stands at $2,706.53.  

Old Business:  Roy covered the results of the meeting location survey.  The comments were evenly split between those who favored a move and those who wanted to stay at Ryans.  Roy noted the interest of Bill Collins Ford, relocating to the Brannon Crossing area in Nicholasville, to have the BMC meet at their new facility when completed.  Bill Collins Ford also sponsors the Derby City Club in Louisville and hosts a car show each year.  Members agreed to try a meeting at this location later in the spring.  

New Business:  The new Board of Directors met Monday, January 12^th.  Highlights of that meeting are posted on the website “Meetings” page. (See below)

• Roy will stress engagement to get every club member involved in some way with club activities
• A budget will be developed and presented to the membership at the February meeting
• Dads & Grads will be our primary fund-raising event for 2009.  We are looking for a chairperson and need immediate help to solicit vendors for donations.

The “Road Boss”, Vice President Del Mercier was asked to schedule our first road rally of the year, possibly a “Polar Bear Run” before our February meeting.  Check your email for updates.  

Fred Barkley presented a Mustang Club of America update.  There was no new from the recent MCA Board of Directors meeting as yet.  The 45^th Anniversary show in Birmingham , AL is for all intents and purposes “sold out”.  The judged portion of the show will feature 250 MCA vehicles only.  Spectators will have to fork out $15 per person for entry.  

Karen Fitzgerald is taking orders for club apparel for delivery in early spring.  

Door Prizes:

• Steve Hamlin                Shell Frisbee, hat & Glosser
• Karen Mundy               Tee Shirt
• Mark Steinpries            Water Bottle & Key Chains
• Bea Bland                    Valvoline Tire gauge, flashlight & pen set
• Vince Lubbers              Tote bag & key chain
• Janet Steinpries Model car

The meeting was adjourned at 8:20pm.  

Next meeting is Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at Ryan’s Family Restaurant on Red Mile Road.

Board of Directors Meeting
January 12, 2009

Attendance:
Roy Mundy, Del Mercier, Dan Abner, Dennis Harvat, Rick Baker, Howard Fitzgerald, Anthony Eldridge, Fred Barkley.  Absent: Jerry Joyner.  

The meeting was called to order by the Roy Mundy, President, at 7:10pm.  Listed below are the highlights of the meeting.  

·        Discussion of need for committees in 2009
o       Emphasis will be placed on involvement so as to include everyone in the activities of the club.
o       Dads & Grads Show will be our signature event of the year
    §         Currently need chairman and committee for the show
    §         Co-Chairman for this year will become chairman for next year’s event
    §         Show date will be the Saturday before Father’s Day
    §         Rick Baker will determine the availability of the UK ’s Blue Lot
    §         Work needs to start immediately to contact supporters
    §         Dennis will check on availability of DJs Charlie Napier or the “Ice Man”

o       Finance Committee
§         A Finance Committee will be formed and chaired by Dan Abner
§         Dan will handle tax reporting
§         Roy and Dan will collaborate to develop a 2009 budget

o       Event Planning Committee
§         An Event Planning Committee will be formed made up of “event owners” to be determined by the
       membership
§         Partnerships with other car clubs/groups will be explored for some events
§         Club officers will approach the membership directly asking members to take responsibility for various
       events and support activities
§         Events will include but not limited to social events, cruise-ins, parades, show & shines, shop days, drive-in
      night and road rallies.

·        Administrative Assistance
o       Website (www.bluegrassmustang.com)
    §         The website will continue to be maintained by Dennis Harvat
    §         Effort will be made to find a suitable backup for Dennis
    §         Fees for URL registration and Website Hosting fees will be accounted for in the budget

o       Newsletter
§         A quarterly newsletter will be edited and published by Rick Baker
§         Content should include items of interest to women and younger members
§         The newsletter will be featured on the website and mailed to those members without access to the
                    website
§         A file of photos of members cars should be developed and used to feature members in the newsletter
§         Need an article on the new club president
§         Explore establishing a position of “Official Club Photographer”  

o       Door Prizes/ Banners at meetings
§         Solicitation for door prizes will be addressed by the Event Planning Committee
§         Door prizes at meetings will be limited to five (5)

o       Update of Membership List
§         An up-to-date listing of current club members was provided by Fred Barkley, Membership Chairman
§         A request will be made at each meeting for members to notify Fred of changes of address, phone
       numbers and email addresses.

·        Meeting Location
o       Survey Results
    §         Approximately 22 responses were received on the meeting location survey
    §         Those in favor of change equaled those in favor of staying at Ryans.
    §         Those in favor of change noted quality of food and competition with adjoining meetings
    §         In 2009 BMC will meet at alternate sites on a trial basis
    §         Collins Ford on Nicholasville Road in Nicholasville would like us to meet at their new location when it is
                    completed in late Spring
                    ·        Approximately 60 days before site is ready
                    ·        Sponsors Derby City Club in Louisville

·        Budgeted Club Expenditures
o       Meals/Gas Cards for parades and rallies will be available to those who participate
o       A charitable donation goal will be established by the Finance Committee
o       Recurring expenses such as website fees will be included in the budget

·        Other Fund Raising Opportunities
o       Fund raising focus will be the Dads & Grads Show
o       There will not be a golf scramble unless someone steps up to run the event.

·        Legislative Alert
o       Roy will draft a letter on behalf of the club to note our opposition to the proposal to eliminate older vehicles that may
      be restorable collector cars or parts cars for restorers.

·        Open Discussion
o       The possibility of hosting an MCA event was explored
    §         May be too late to include with FEI World Equestrian Games in 2010
    §         May want to share with Derby City or Falls City clubs
    §         May just do a regional show featuring “Year of the Horse”

·        Adjournment
o       A motion was made and seconded to adjourn at 9:15pm.