Highland Lakes Flyers Club
Chartered Club 2317, Academy of Model Aeronautics
Unapproved Minutes, July 20, 2010
Convene at 7:00 PM, Hank Nilsen Field: Eighteen Adult members and one Junior member present.
Guest Recognition: Mike Mcdougall recognized former member Ted Armstrong
Member Concerns: Mike McDougall mentioned Jim Archer, Ed Bullock, and Lynn Atkins as having health issues.
Presentation - Flight Training Completion Certificates: Mike McDougall presented Robert Landstrom with his certificate. Tanner Keen was not present to receive his certificate. It was mentioned that Nathan Ward completed flight training on July 17th. His certificate will be presented at a later date.
Review Minutes From May 18, 2010 Meeting: A motion to approve by Rusty Nefford, seconded by Howard Hilton, passed unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: Mike McDougall substituting for Bill Autrey. A motion to approve by B.C. Gersch, seconded by Rusty Nefford, passed unanimously. As of July 1st, the General Fund balance was $5,065.11, and the Runway Fund balance was $5,573.25. Since the previous financial report on May 1st, there was income of $520.60, and expense of $620.97. There was a transfer of $150.00 from the General Fund into the Runway Fund.
Safety Officer's Report: Rusty Nefford reported that there were no significant safety issues.
OLD BUSINESS
Status of Field improvement projects:
· Re-paint the flight line equipment benches - COMPLETE
· Refurbish old sign at entry to field - PENDING
· Repair / Replace door on the metal storage building - PENDING
· Install additional steel panels on main pavilions - PENDING
· Hook up electric power to new shed - PENDING
· Discard old rusty folding chairs, and replace with new chairs - PENDING
· Trim brush along Williamette Road - PENDING
Transfer Additional Funds From Operating Account to Runway Escrow Account: Bill Autrey was not present, but had recommended the transfer of $3,000.00 from the General Fund into the Runway Fund. A motion by Young Scarborough, seconded by Ed Bullock, to approve the transfer, passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Downed Airplane Retrieval Across South Fence: Mike McDougall discussed the safety issue of crossing the south property fence and urged members to not go alone. There was discussion about safe ways to cross the fence.
Field Etiquette: Shutting down electrical appliances. Trash issues.: McDougall urged members to assure that all electrical appliances were disconnected before departing the field. He asked members to take greater care with the trash cans, making sure that the tops are locked down at all times, and to use the containers as sparingly as possible.
Mowing: Mike McDougall discussed the need for mowing the lease tract. Lon Ward volunteered his services. There was agreement that the club would reimburse fuel costs plus reasonable labor cost. A motion to approve this arrangement by Ed Bullock, seconded by Howard Hilton, passed unanimously.
June 27th Flights of Fancy Recap: Mike McDougall reported that sixteen youngsters took advantage of hands on flying and deemed the event successful.
Parade Float for 2011 Aqua Boom: Rusty Nefford motioned to approve a float entry, seconded by Tom Langley. There were seventeen in favor and one opposed.
August 21st Swap Meet Planning: Coordinator Wayne Meredith discussed planning for the swap meet.
September 18th & 19th - AMA Sanctioned Float Fly Planning: Mike McDougall briefly reviewed plans for this event.
Schedule Work Session: Mike McDougall scheduled a mowing / trimming session for July 21st.
Adjourn at 8:15 PM
Refreshments were provided by Sheila Webb
Several members remained for night flying.
