CRUZIN River City Corvette Club Newsletter April 2015 Volume 21, Issue 4

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1 CRUZIN River City Corvette Club Newsletter April 2015 Volume 21, Issue 4

2 Cruzin is the newsletter of the River City Corvette Club of the Chattanooga, TN and surrounding area; created by appointed members for the benefit of the members. All rights reserved except where expressly waived Officers President- Ron Kellogg Vice President- Bob Seiter Treasure- Robin Peterson Secretary- Anna Lane 2015 Board Of Directors Ron Hasting Guy Morgan Sheila Martin Jerry Davis Cruzin The E-newsletter of the River City Corvette Club of Chattanooga, TN. Table Of Contents Page Sponsors 3 From The President s Desk 5 Corvette Bash 6-7 Coker Tire 7-12 Upcoming Events 13 Meeting Minutes Birthdays 19 Mailing Address River City Corvette Club P.O. Box 1061 Hixson, TN Membership Chairman Jerry Ray hjerryray@epbfi.com

3 Our Sponsors INTEGRITY CHEVROLET #1 on Automotive Row 2110 Chapman Road Chattanooga, TN Sales: Service: Certified Corvette Technician Chris Williams Insurance Agency Chris Williams-Agent FARMERS Auto * Home * Life * Business 7161 Lee Hwy. STE 600 Chattanooga, TN Bus: Fax: cwilliams8@farmersagent.com Oasis Glass Tinting 2114 Chapman Road Chattanooga, Tennessee (423) info@weshipyourcar.com Dairy Queen 5433 Highway 153 Hixson, TN Discounts for RCCC members West Coast Corvettes ext O'Charley's - Hixson (423) Southern Restaurant - Hixson Pike (423)

4 Twenty Four Years Keep Connected. ndar.html eclub Our meetings are held the 3 rd Thursday of each month at O Charleys on Hixson Pike. Dinner at 6 pm and the meeting starts at 7 pm. Visitors are always welcome. Come and see what we are all about. With 130 members we are one of the largest Corvette Clubs in southeast Tennessee. What do our members enjoy? Organized road trips to the Corvette Museum, Maggie Valley, Gatlinburg, State Parks, etc. Cruises on scenic roads, including the annual spring and fall weekend trips. Participation in local events like cruise-ins, cook-outs, the annual club picnic, local parades, homecomings and other community activities. Friday night lights, an informal gathering on Friday evenings, at a different restaurant each week to kick off the weekend. The club has fund raisers throughout the year and donates the money to local charities. Giving back to the community is a high priority with the club. BUT MOST OF ALL FUN!!!

5 From The President s Desk Lots of fun activities coming up soon We will try out having a joint cruise In with the Scenic City Chevy Club Friday May 1 st behind Chick Fil A hwy 153. Other events include: ETCC Reeder Chevrolet Clinton May 3rd. Cruise IN at Pep Boys Hwy 153 May 15th Tim Nutz is heading up a trip to the Myrtle Beach Car show June 5-6 Ron Kellogg Huntsville Vets with Vettes June 6th East Ridge Optimist Club at Camp Jordan Arena June 13th Vettes of the Smokies June 20th Bloomington Gold June Bob Seiter Chattanooga Church Free car show and cruise-in June 27th 4:30-8:30 Camp Jordan Jams July 3rd MTCC Corvette Show Lynchburg July 11th _ Larry Harless Somernites Corvette Summer July Vette Fest Oct 2-4 In addition to these when the weather permits we will have weekend day cruises for lunch or dinner. We are also already receiving homecoming request from local high schools. There once was a 'vette from Nantucket, That burned gasoline by the bucket, If you filled it at brunch, It was empty by lunch, 'Cuz the engine really knew how to suck it! It s name was Lucile! Keep the shiny side up Save the Wave Ron Kellogg, President River City Corvette Club, Inc.

6 2015 Corvette Bash The Corvette Bash was April The 2016 Corvette was revealed with some cool features. Our resident race car driver Charlie Reynolds took a turn on the new Motor Sports track too! Every one had tons of fun checking out the new Corvette. Bob Seiter took advantage of the Corsa Exhaust vendor to get a new exhaust! The Maine s had their new 2010 ZR1 Vette washed with Cousin Joe s miracle Ultra Speedwash.

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8 Coker Tire Cruise In The Coker Tire / Honest Charley s cruise in downtown always promises to be a huge event and they never disappoint. This year we were among a little over 2,500 cars downtown. River City won best club participation at the Cruise In. Go River City!!

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12 Upcoming Events April 30-40th Anniversary American Military Leaving Vietnam May 1- Chattanooga Armed Forces Day Parade BowTie Cruise IN, Walmart Hwy153 May 2- Red Bank Jubilee & Moon Pie Festival ValleyFest Car Show, Dunlap May 3- East Tennessee Corvette Club 46th annual Corvette Show, Reeder's Chevrolet Knoxville, TN May 5- Cinco de Mayo May 8- Strawberry Festival Annual Cruise In May 11- Hwy RCCC Board Meeting, DQ May 16- Armed Forces Day Integrity Chevrolet Spring "Show your Ride"

13 River City Corvette Club General Meeting March 19, :00 PM, O Charley s Hixson Pike Officers & Board of Directors in Attendance Ron Kellogg, President Yes Bob Seiter, Vice-President Yes Robin Peterson, Treasurer No Anna Lane, Secretary Yes Jerry Davis, Board Member Yes Ron Hasting, Board Member Yes Sheila Martin, Board Member Yes Guy Morgan, Board Member Yes Jerry Ray, Membership Chair Yes Members in Attendance: 33 Call to Order President Ron Kellogg called the March general meeting to order after a motion from Jerry Ray was seconded by Ron Hasting. Approval of February Minutes Secretary Anna Lane read the minutes from the February2015 meeting. Victor Pettett made a motion to accept the minutes as read which was seconded by Sheila Martin. Treasurer s Report Treasurer Robin Peterson was absent from this evening s meeting so Vice- President Bob Seiter gave the treasurer s report for March. A motion was made by Ernie Pierce to accept the report as presented. This motion was seconded by Rob Lane.

14 Membership Report Membership Chairman Jerry Ray reported River City Corvette Club has 134 members representing 92 Corvettes. Newest members include Pat & Joey Baker and Rick & Judy Moore. March Birthdays President Ron Kellogg recognized the club members celebrating a birthday in March. They are Billie Dempsey, Larry Harless, Cynthia McKinney, Edward Nunley, Susie Nunley, Cindy Pettett, Alice Ray, Donna Roddy, Bill Ross, Inez Simons, Evie Usalis and Darrell Widner. Happy Birthday from the River City Corvette Club! Las Vegas Trip Shelley Williams reported we did not get the minimum number of commitments to qualify for the group rate for the Las Vegas trip however those that were interested have either worked with Teena to book their trips or made their own plans. If others find later they are able to attend they can still work through Teena or make their own reservations. Bob stated there are at least six couples/pairs attending at this time but it is not too late to join the fun! Integrity Car Show-Spring Ron reminded members of the Integrity Car Show scheduled for April 18, 2015 from 9:00-1:00. Ron stated many volunteers are needed to assist with registration, judging and parking. Ron stated this is a pretty good money maker for our charities and he is hopeful for a good turn-out. Integrity Car Show-Fall Anna reported the date of the fall Integrity Car Show is scheduled for October 31, Anna stated plans are to take advantage of the car show falling on Halloween by having a Halloween costume contest, have the DJs play spooky music and have treat bags for any children attending. Anna encouraged club members to consider dressing up for this spooktacular event.

15 RCCC Classic Car Show at Camp Jordan Ron reported the contract with the city of East Ridge for the use of Camp Jordan Arena is finalized however there is one topic for discussion. Originally when a group of members were attending an event at Camp Jordan and discussion of the possibility of RCCC partnering with the city of East Ridge, the use of the large tent to be placed outside the arena for additional staging of cars was offered as part of the deal. It has since been discovered since an outside company is involved there is a $1000 set up/take down fee for this tent which RCCC would be responsible for paying if we choose to use the tent. Board members were disappointed to hear about this expense however agreed since the show is taking place in August it would be beneficial to have the tent. Board members brainstormed the idea of finding business sponsors to offset the expense. In return sponsors will be able to have a sign advertising their business in/on the tent and RCCC would advertise their sponsorship at the show. Ron stated there are a few club members who own businesses he could contact to determine if they are interested in participating in the sponsorship of the tent. The location of the tent will be determined when the car show committee makes an on-site visit to Camp Jordan to determine the layout for the car show. Ron stated as the date of this show gets closer RCCC members will be encouraged to preregister in an effort to reduce the lines for registration at the actual show. Ron stated all three charities will have a presence at the show. In fact Ron stated Hospice of Chattanooga who normally has a car show in the fall stated they might consider canceling their show this year and have a larger presence at our show. Gary Martin stated he is working with Griffin Cycle to showcase some of their products at the show. Brian Williams is negotiating with Harley Davidson to determine how much space they want at the show. Gary and Bob will be meeting with O Reillys Auto Parts about a potential sponsorship of trophies for the show. Gary encouraged club members to make contacts with any merchants they may have a connection with to consider sponsorship of the tent or donate items for donation baskets.

16 Anna and Ron encouraged members to take flyers advertising the show as they attend other shows and events. Ron stated Alice has created a really nice flyer which is available on the club s website for members to print as needed. Gary reported there will be an article about the car show in the East Ridge magazine that is mailed out to all East Ridge residents. As an aside Ron mentioned the club recently placed an order for business cards and when they arrived he will give a few to club members to have on hand to pass out to prospective members they may encounter. RCCC Bylaws Bob reported the Bylaws Review Committee consists of Anna Lane, Mike Nabors, Tim Nutz, Victor Pettett and himself as chair. Committee members are currently reviewing the Bylaws and making notes of suggested edits. Bob reported this group will meet and report their recommendations at an upcoming meeting. One of the main topics for consideration is the fact the current Bylaws state the meeting minutes should be posted in the monthly newsletter which anyone who accesses the club s website can see. Board members think this should be changed so that minutes are only available to members via . Several club members agreed. The Bylaws are not posted on the website however any member wanting a copy should let Ron or Bob know and they will send them a copy. Upcoming Events of Interest in and President Ron Kellogg stated board members discussed car shows and upcoming events that may be of interest to club members. Coordinators for these events will need to be identified and Ron asked club members to think about these events and contact him if they are interested in serving as coordinator. Vice-president Bob Seiter stated it is important to reciprocate attendance at neighboring car shows for clubs who attended our shows.

17 Car Shows o Corvette Expo: March 20-21, 2015 (includes a cruise to the Apple Barn) o National Corvette Museum Bash: April 23-25, 2015 public tours available Monday through Friday 8:30, 11:30 and 2:00 central time Sleep Inn (one exit down from the plant) $70-$80/night o East TN Corvette Club Car Show at Reeder Chevrolet: May 3, 2015 Corvette only show, great door prizes and lunch provided. o Myrtle Beach Corvette Show: June 6, 2015 Tim Nutz volunteered to coordinate this event. o Huntsville Corvette Show: June 6, 2015 Bob stated those not going to Myrtle Beach should consider supporting this show since this club has participated in our shows. o Vettes of the Smokies: June 20, 2015 o Bloomington Gold at Indianapolis Motor Speedway: June 25-27, 2015 Bob stated if anyone is interested they should let him know. At this time he and Chuck Logan plan to attend. o Middle TN Corvette Club-Lynchburg: July 11, 2015 Larry Harless volunteered to coordinate this event o Somerset, KY Corvette Show: July 24-25, 2015 The Beach Boys are playing at this event several club members have already made their reservations for this event o Corvettes at Carlisle: August 28-30, 2015 o Vette Fest: October 3, 2015

18 Day Cruises o Foglight Food House Mike Nabors volunteered to coordinate this cruise once a date is identified. o 55 South o Hot Rod 50s Café-Maryville, TN o Cades Cove Ron stated this is just a short list of possible events the club could participate in. If club members know of another event they should let him know. Armed Forces Day Parade River City Corvette Club has been invited to participate in the Armed Forces Day parade scheduled for Friday, May 1, Ron stated several members have expressed interest in participating. There is a sign-up sheet circulating at tonight s meeting for those interested in participating in this important event. He will send the registration form (no charge to participate) with an estimated number of cars. Ron stated it is an honor the club has been asked to participate because to his knowledge there have not been cars in past parades. There is discussion about a luncheon after the parade but Ron does not have information about this at this time. Camp Jordan Jams Ron stated River city Corvette club has been invited to Camp Jordan Jams a free concert series put on by the city of East Ridge. Club members get to park up by the stage. The first concert is scheduled for May 23, 2015 and another July 3, 2015 featuring The Beaters and fireworks. Both of these concerts provide a great opportunity for club members to advertise our August 1 car show at Camp Jordan.

19 RCCC Cruise-ins Ron explained years ago the club used to have weekend cruise-ins on Friday, Saturday or Sunday afternoons/evenings. Some of the locations these were held included the old Walmart shopping, the parking lot near Buffalo Wild Wings and K-mart s parking lot. Ron would like to start these weekend cruiseins back up again. Club members agreed this is a great idea. Ron stated the Scenic City Chevy Club would like to join in with us. This would not take the place of Friday Night Lights but as usual food will be involved. April 25 Shows Victor reported for those not attending the National Corvette Museum bash there is a car show scheduled for April 25 at Corinth Baptist Church in Lafayette, GA. Victor stated there were over 70 cars at the show last year and it is a good cause to support. Bob stated the car show at Central High School is also scheduled for this date and is another well attended event. Several club members have participated in the show in past years. 50/50 Drawing A total of $120 was collected for the 50/50 drawing with $60 to the winner; Alan-our waiter for the evening. Adjournment Larry Harless made a motion to adjourn the March meeting. Victor Pettett seconded the motion and the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Anna Lane

20 Happy Birthday! Meadow Smith 4/2 Sandy Dodd 4/6 Peggy Wiencke 4/6 Dava Crouse 4/7 Tim Roth 4/8 Allen Arthur 4/16 Jerry Davis 4/17 Carol Kellogg 4/18 Billy Maxwell 4/26