Newsletter 05/09/2008

Paul W. Brown-Editor.

GUESTS: Keith and Stephanie Guthrie-Sundance Farms. Daran and Michelle Slack-Image Recovery Associates. Dave Duncan-Titus Transportation.

FINES: Sgt. Ward and Preston were on duty. President Bob was fined for starting the meeting late and for an advertising tax. Don G. received a membership renewal fee. Al S. was fined for the installation banquet. Tom H. was fined for web advertising. Then all the members were fined for not being chamber ambassadors.

TUIT REPORT: Tom Stanton was unable to collect any fines since he never sees any law-abiding citizens. The TUIT was then passed to President Bush (as in Bob!).

PROGRAM: Keith and Stephanie Guthrie of Sundance Farms provided details on their operation that offers equestrian opportunities to persons with disabilities. Sundance Farms is a 501(c)(3) organization located between Halstead and Tobacco Roads and 108th Avenue. Some of their activities include: ponies for a childs last wish, carriage driving for the disabled, handicapped accessible wagon rides and little horses for big therapy.

CLUB ANOUNCEMENTS:

ELECTION CANDIDATES: President-Al Strecker. Scott Potucek-1st Vice-President. Rick Mitchell-2nd Vice-President. Don Grossardt-Treasurer. Curtis Mitchell-Secretary.

John Knipp-Sgt. at Arms. Directors: Randy Henderson, Eric Steinle, Brenda Janda and Peggy McConnaughy. 2 year Directors: Duke Wiggins, Pam Brooks, Preston Clark and Jeff Brewer.

DONATIONS: Reno Youth Leadership Organization-up to$1,000.00. Amtryke for Shawn Castor-4 year old. Two of our sponsored applicants received National Ambucs scholarships.

Pat Fallon received a star for his Big Hat for bringing in a new member.

INSTALLATION BANQUET: May 30, 2008 at 6:30 P.M. Samplers Restaurant.

50/50 POT WINNER: Scott Potucek-$22.00.

NEWSLETTER WINNER: No. (Randy Hendrickson couldnt answer. $10.00 next time).