Bluegrass Mustang Club
Meeting Notes

June 2010 Meeting

The June 2010 meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang club was called to order at 7:30 pm by President Roy Mundy with 39 present. We had no first time visitors, but had a first time in a long time with the attendance of Dwayne Riddell. Good to have him back with us.

Secretary's Report:
The minutes from the May 2010 meeting was read and approved as read.

Treasurers Report:
We had a beginning balance of $2,331.73, deposits for the month of $944.00, which included $200.00 from Kain Ford, National Parts Depot was $200.00, $300.00 from McDonalds for the cost of the DJ at the Cruise-in. The remainder was from car flag sales and membership renewals.

Checks paid for May $446.60. $61.80 to Fred, $300.00 to the Ice Man, $84.80 to the florist for Mrs. Greer.

That makes an ending balance of $2,829.13 with 1 check still outstanding of $300.00 from the Christmas party.

The Treasurers report was approved as read.

New Business:
Roy announced a website that everyone could go to to find out about any cruise-ins that were happening. It is the www.cruisenightpage.com which has a listing of everything going on.

Roy threw out the question of the clubs involvement in the 4th of July parade in downtown Lexington. The club had not been involved in the past due to the fee charged ($50.00), also there was a limit of only 6 cars. The Realtors Housing foundation has purchased a 1965 Mustang convertible that they will be raffling off throughout the summer with the goal of raising funds for the foundation to assist in putting in wheelchair ramps for folks who cannot afford one, weatherizes homes for the needy, and repairs homes for those who cannot afford to have the work done. Typically elderly people. We have attached the Mustang Club to this only in the fact that we wanted the Mustang club to be part of the celebration. The logo of the Mustang Club will be on the banner, but have no obligation to this, no money invested, just a moral obligation that if anyone knows someone who will buy a raffle tickets, you will spread the word. The car will be at car shows during the summer to facilitate selling raffle tickets, and we want to get the car in as many events as possible to maximize exposure. The housing foundation will be putting the car in the 4th of of July parade and we have 5 openings for cars to be in the parade. The parade will be on Saturday July 3rd at 2 o'clock. First come first served if you are interested in participating.

Roy mentioned several shows that were coming up this weekend, and encouraged those that could to attend and pass out flyers for the Dads & Grads.

Steve did a report stating that there was a meeting in the Valvoline parking lot to get the layout set up. He also explained where everything was going to be positioned and the traffic flow.

Please give Steve and Gary a big thanks for their HUGE participation in getting Valvoline support for the Dads & Grads car show. 

Fred gave a report on the National MCA Show in Oklahoma City Ok. Seeing how that Fred is a sworn in official, complete with a badge, I guess that we have to double his salary. Also Fred got a 1st place trophy. Good job Fred.

Roy also mentioned that Karen had a supply of flags and hats in stock and for sale. Anyone wanting to purchase, see Karen after the meeting.

The door prize winners are as follows:

#1. Howard Fitzgerald
#2. Mark Lindsey
#3. Debbie Monbeck
#4. Joey Trombley
#5. Rhonda Trombley
#6. Gary Galick
#7. Steve Kazzara
#8. Rick Bate
#9. Karen Mundy
#10. Lorna Galick
#11. David Link
#12. Karen Fitzgerald
#13. Dan Abner
#14. Cathy Evans
#15. Jeannie Abner

The meeting was ajourned and those present participated in stuffing goody bags for Dads & Grads.

The next meeting will be Tuesday, July 13, 2010.


May 2010 Meeting

The May 2010 Meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club was call to order at 7:30pm by President Roy Mundy with 33 present. We had 1 visitor by the name of Tony Coulter. He owns a 2006 Mustang V6.  All be sure to welcome him to the meeting.  

Secretary's Report:
The Minutes from the April 2010 meeting were read and approved as read. 

Roy received and read a card from the Greer Family thanking us for our sympathy and love shown to the family after the passing of Mrs. Greer.

The Treasurers Report:
Firstly we were informed that the $100.00 check that the club approved to be donated to Mr. Greers charity was written, sent, and had cleared.

Beginning balance for the month of April reporting period, the beginning balance was $2,816.41, with deposits of $370.00. Checks clearing were a total of $864.68 leaving an ending balance of $2,331.73

The outstanding checks are as follows. #1. $61.80 to Fred Barkley, $300.00 to the Ice Man for $300.00, Nicholasville Florist for $84.80 and a Christmas party check for $300.00 for a total of $746.60. We have deposits received but not but not posted to the bank of $422.00 which gives a book balance of $2,007.13.

The treasurers report was approved and seconded. 

Events Report:
Gary gave a report on the Cruise-in that was held at the Leestown Rd. McDonalds. In spite of the weather there was 64 people that attended and 45 cars. Fun was had by all. 

It was mentioned that Karen had a supply of the new flags for $12.00. 

Fred reported that he had visited with Bob Kain at Kain Ford, and he was very appreciative of our support, and they are excited about having us at their dealership on July 31st for the show and shine. When Fred left, Mr. Kain presented him with a $200.00 check. 

Dads & Grads:
Roy reiterated the two locations RJ Cormans, and Valvoline that wanted to host the show, and that we had decided to utilize Valvoline World headquarters. Steve and Gary have been tremendous in leading this process. Also in setting up the food venders and getting a Dyno for the show. The Dyno people will be bringing a race car, and there will be a contest. For $1.00 you can guess the horsepower, and the closest will get the pot. There will also possibly be a Valvoline race car for everyone to see. 

The financial situation is we have $2,200.00 toward the show. If things go as usual, we usually have 6 to 8 major sponsors come forward and support the show, but the funds have not come in this year. We need to make phone calls and work on getting the support needed. Roy reissued the call to the club members to get involved with the fund raising. We still have 5 weeks to go out and raise more support. 

It was also brought up that if you couldn't get cash, we still need items for the silent auction. The silent auction last year raised $550.00.  

There were signup sheets and all were encouraged to sign up for an activity to help with. 

The door prize winners were as follows:
        Earlene Prokapec
        Stuart Ecton
        Dan Abner
        Tim Evans 

Meeting was adjourned.

April 2010 Meeting

Call to Order:
The April 2010 meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang club was called to order at 7:30pm by President Roy Mundy with 36 present. We had 1 visitor present by the name of Bob Wigginton. Be sure to welcome him to the meeting tonight.

Secretary's Report:
The previous meeting's minutes were not read due to the secretary not having them with him.

The Treasurers Report:
The beginning balance for the month of March was $2717.41 with deposits of $99.00 and a ending balance of $2816.41. We have 3 outstanding checks for $818.65. 1 check was for the car flags for $492.25, postage check for mailings for the car show $26.40, and an outstanding check for the Christmas party for $300.00. When you take away the outstanding items from the bank balance, we have a book balance of $1,997.76. The form 990N has been posted with the IRS, and the filing has been accepted and we are good to go for another year on our tax exempt status.  The treasurers report was approved and seconded.

Old Business:

#1. Car Flags. Roy expressed his appreciation to Rick Bate, Debbie Monback, and Karen Fitzgerald for working together to make the new antenna flags a reality. The flags cost $10.00, and we have decided to sell them for $12.00 with the 2 extra dollars for items for the club. See Karen Fitzgerald to purchase your new flag.

#2. Banner flag: Rick Bate reported on the big banner flag. It is 8ft tall and 24in wide. It will be on a 10ft pole with a base for a car tire to set on to hold in place. It has the Bluggrass Mustang club on it with the Club logo in the middle. It will be ready for the next meeting.

#3. Letters were sent to all the local Ford dealers introducing a program where the dealers would buy a Bluegrass Mustang Club membership for 1 year for all who purchased a new or used Mustang. Our commitment to them would be we would take that new customer into the fold and if they want to become a Mustang enthusiast, that we will aide them in doing so. The letters went out last month and we have already been contacted by Kain Ford, and they are excited to participate in the program. Fred and Roy will make the rounds and get the paperwork to them to implement the program, and also solicit contributions for the Dads and Grads show. Kain Ford would like to have usfor s cuuise in at their dealer on July 31 for a big sale. They also commitied that anyone who would like to join BMC while we are there, they would pay for the membership.

#4. The last meeting, the ICE man came and talked about the Ice Pack car show which will be this Saturday at Boonesborough park in Richmond. He specifically asked us to support the show. He also indicated that if we did support the show that they would refund a certain amount of the registration fee back to BMC. He also said that he would share his data base so that we could use that to promote our show. Roy asked for a show of hands of those who were planning on attending Saturday, and passed out the registrations so that they could be filled out and returned at the end of the meeting.

Roy asked Gary to go over coming events that he and Steve had been working on. He had a presentation of flyers, bag stuffers, and posters for the cruise-in on McDonalds cruise-in on Leestown Rd. There were copies of all flyers up front, and Roy asked all to take some and distribute them.

Car show update:

There have been a couple meetings of the car show committee. Anyone who is interested in being on the committee, they are welcome. Letters have been sent out to those who were involved in the past, soliciting money and door prizes, and we are starting to get responses back on that. The committee has also visited the Valvoline site and worked on the logistics of the setup. Dave Link has come up with tables and chairs. Everything is really starting to come together. Roy also reminded everyone that he is requesting that each family commit to come up with a $100.00 donation from people that you deal with every day. Any funds will need to be gotten to Dan Abner. If we can do this, the show needs will be taken care of.

A question was asked what it usually cost to put on the show? Roy deferred to Dennis Harvat, and he stated that it usually runs about $3,000.00. We were reminded that we were just 2 meetings away from the show. A question was asked if we knew anything more about the Dyno. They need 10 up front payments. Steve was checking into another source for a plan B. He was advised to go for it and get the particulars from them. The plan is still to try to have a Dyno for the show..

A question was asked about who to contact for booth space. Rick Bate will be the contact person to register for booth space for the venders. The prices will be $25.00 for a 10X10, and $35.00 for a 10X12.

Dave Link made a plea for assistance in soliciting prizes previously. He reminded us that the funds received were going to the 3 charities, Ky. Riding for Hope, Make a wish foundation, and a Boy Scout Troop, and that the contributions were tax deductible. All help will be very appreciated.

New Business:

Fred brought up the fact that we have 52 T-shirts that have the Cole Ford info on it. On the club applications, we promise each new member a new T-shirt, and we do not want to give them a T with Cole Ford on it since they are no longer in business. It was suggested that we donate them to a mission group that would distribute them to those in need in Haiti It was enthusiastically approved.

It was asked if there would be a road rally any time soon. The Road Boss stated that there was nothing on the table at present. It was mentioned that we go visit with Mr Greer one day when we were out with our Mustangs. That would be a good trip.

Coming Events

It was suggested that the club do a donation to Mr Greers Charity sine he has done so much for the BMC.  It was suggested that $100.00 be donated by the club. A motion for $100.00 was made and seconded.

The door prize winners were as follows:

Meeting Adjourned.

March 2010 Meeting

Call to Order 
The March meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang club was called to order at 7:23pm by President Roy Mundy with 34 members present. This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. We had several visitors at this meeting including Ice Man, the DJ for the Dads and Grads show, and his crew from Ice Pack and Tom Fugate from the Frankfort Mustang club. We also had 4 new members join who are as follows:

Welcome to the family. 

We then heard a presentation from Lance Ferry, a former member who rejoined with us, who talked about joining in with them for the Spring break car show at Boonesborough State Park on Saturday and Sunday, April 17th and 18th from 9AM to 4PM.  Last years event raised over $10,000.00 for Cystic Fibrosis. Last years show only had 10 Mustangs, and we DEFINITELY have to do better than that this year!  $5.00 per registration will be rebated back to the club for participation.  Just need a couple of volunteers per day to help. 

The next guest speaker was Tom Fugate from Frankfort Mustang club to discuss the potential plans for the World Equestrian Games.  He also announced that Saturday, April 24th, the 5th annual Pony Roundup and all are welcome.  The event will be from 10:00 to 3:00.

The next opportunity will be the Bluegrass Cruise where all regional clubs will gather on Sunday, September 26th at 9:30 AM at the new KOHLS at I-60 and I-64 in Frankfort.  Hoping for 100 to 150 cars for a back roads cruise ending up at capitol View Park, which is a new park overlooking the Capitol building.  At the park there will be BBQ and music events.  The only expense will be the food.  From there we will drive through down town Frankfort past the new Capitol building, the old Capitol building and down to the River Park.  There will be tours, canoe rides and possibly some pony rides.  There is also a potential plan to set up a Mustang Museum so check out www.frankfortmustangsclub.org website for a PowerPoint preview on the history of the Mustang to be under cover at the pavilion at that time.  There will be a repeat of the event on Sunday.  This will be a sponsored event by the City of Frankfort Dept. of Tourism. 

Roy is a co-chair of a group that has worked with the World Equestrian Games over the last year and a half called the Affiliated International Ministries, a group that is worldwide involved in the Equestrian ministry.  There will be 8 to 11 international events brought into this country, that are going to be participating on behalf of the Games in various venues.  Part of what is coming is the Wild Mustang Federation Foundation.  They rescue wild Mustangs that are being destroyed.  The Government is rounding them up and corralling them because farmers are complaining about them grazing the lands they need for their cattle.  The government has no options on what to do with them after they corral them, so they are just dying.  The Wild Mustang Federation Foundation is attempting to fix this problem.  They are taking these Mustangs and taking trainers and providing incentives and competition to where a trainer will take a Wild Mustang and work with them for 90 days.  They will let that Mustang compete with other Mustangs.  Then they will sell them into domestic service.

This Federation will be in Georgetown during the Games, and we will possibly have the opportunity to have a trainer and a Wild Mustang for people to see.  Also possibly having a Show and Shine at this Exposition event in Georgetown which will at the Outlet Mall.  Then we could have a Wild Mustang and his trainer in a corral in the middle of our cars and have pictures taken with the Mustang.  Also see the Mustang being trained which would make a great family event.  All are excited about the possibility.  More information to follow.

Another announcement was presented by Karen Mundy.  She works with an Organization that assists under privileged Senior citizens stay in their homes.  They are going to do a car raffle to assist in raising funds.  This year they are raffling off a Vintage Mustang.  They have a couple of volunteers that will assist in finding a Mustang, and they would like to couple with the club, and have the car available for the Dads and Grads and other events to sell the raffle tickets.  Karen asked for volunteers to provide elbow grease to make the car look its best for the raffle.  They will be selling 1000 tickets at $50.00 each.  There will be no cost to the club.

Secretary's Report:
No report due to the cancelled meeting in February

Treasurers Report:
Beginning balance was $2,602.41, deposits of $185.00 for membership dues, 1 check paid for $70.00 for the lock box for the club which is paid annually.  The closing balance was $2,717.41.  That balance carried forward into the next month which was February.  There was no activity on our statement for that month, so that is our ending bank balance.  There is one check outstanding for $300.00 which gives us a book balance of $2,417.41.  Motion to accept Treasurers report was made and seconded.

Old Business:
The Car show and Cruise season is upon us. The Dads and Grads show is coming up fast. We have the great fortune of having 3 sites to have the show.  This has been discussed for a few months, and it was decided to have it at the Valvoline World headquarters in Lexington. will be the site of the 2010 Dads and Grads show. Steve informed us that we will have some options of food vendors.  The company that handles the cafeteria services would be an option as well as Old Kentucky BBQ didn't hesitate offering to be there also.  We need to kick it into passing gear to get the rest of the organizational items done.  So there will be a meeting of the BOD and the car show committee at the Mundys on Thursday evening at 7:30pm.

Roy also mentioned that since R. J. Cormans was really warm toward the idea of having the Dads and Grads show there, the possibility was mentioned of having a cruise-in there. Still waiting to hear back on that.Future updates to follow.

Roy also announced that we are going to solicit all of the Ford dealers in the region with the possibility of buying a membership to BMC for everyone that they sell a new Mustang to. Eagerly awaiting results on this initiative.

St. Patrick's Day parade Saturday.  Meet at the Rite Aid at Eastland shopping center at 11:45.

Antenna Flags project is still ongoing.

Door Prize winners are as follows:

Meeting adjourned.

February 2010 Meeting

    Cancelled due to weather.

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

Events

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 30th.  The new Officers and Board of Directors will be introduced at the club’s Christmas Party, Saturday, December 12th.

Upcoming Events

Miscellaneous

Door Prizes

Adjournment

§        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

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 31st.

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

Event Planning

 New Business

Door Prizes

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm .  

Next meeting is 7:30pm , Tuesday, October 13th 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  

 Show Attended  

 Event Planning Committee  

 Charitable Committee  

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  

The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 .  

Next meeting is 7:30pm , Tuesday, September 8th 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

Show Attended

Event Planning Committee

Tax Exempt Status

New Business

Upcoming Events

Door Prizes

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

Dads & Grads 2009

New Business

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

Door Prizes

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

The next meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club will be Tuesday, July 14, 2009.  Location Bill Collins Ford on Nicholasville Road at Brannon Crossing.

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

Dads & Grads 2009

New Business

Door Prizes

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

Dads & Grads 2009

Charity Review Committee

New Business

Door Prizes

Adjournment & Tour  

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm and a tour of the new Bill Collins Ford (Lincolns and Mercurys, too) was conducted by hosts Byron Evans and Roger Wood.

The next meeting of the Bluegrass Mustang Club will be Tuesday, May 12, 2009.  Location to be announced.

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

 New Business

Door Prizes

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 9th, 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. 

The club has been entered in the Lexington Irish Society’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Saturday, March 14th.  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:

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 12th.  Highlights of that meeting are posted on the website “Meetings” page. (See below)

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 45th 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:

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.