JPC MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES
April 23, 2019

The meeting was called to order by President Steve Penczak at 7:30 PM

Board Members Present:

Sandy McCall
Joe Hill
Ken Vicker
Lynn Vicker

Board Members Absent: None

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Introduction of Hosts: Greg Buss and Dave Ewing

Introduction of Guests & Associates: None

Additions/Deletions to Agenda: 10a – Motorcycle Tales; 10b – 50/50 & Door Prizes
New Business e. Donation – L. Vicker

Announcements: None

Treasurer’s Report – Joe Hill

Motion to accept report: L. Vicker

Second: K. Vicker

Discussion: None

Motion: Passed unanimously

President’s Report: None

VP Reports – Ken Vicker: Bob Crossen now Sergeant of Arms/Parlimentarian

Color guard report given by B. Wagner – Trying to communicate with P. Wojnicki about ordering patches/t-shirts. He asked for assistance, if possible, in contacting her. Patches for Annie and Bill are ready but waiting for payment from them.

Meetings & Programs: G. Buss – Needs people to sign up for host/hostess;
Suggested “Make the Board Laugh” be added to meetings and will continue Motorcycle Tale program.

Editor: S. Penczak – Has been experiencing problems with the blog. B. Wagner is
will assist in dealing with them.

Tour Director: G. Gauss – Needs more leaders to sign up for Sunday breakfast
rides. Talked about ‘Flags for Vets’ (May 25), ‘Willow Creek Bike Blessing’ (5/27), ‘Burlington Firemen’s Breakfast’ to be led by K. McCall (4/28) leave from Hoffman Estates McDonalds.

Communications: M. Anderson – Nothing to report

Membership/Speak Up/Birthdays – G. Barrington – Made a motion with second by B. Wagner to elevate to life membership to those who have been members for 30 years or more. Motion failed with one nay. (Motion required unanimous approval.)

Speak Up – None

Birthdays – Happy Birthday sung to G. Gauss (B. Lindwall, R. McManus were
absent).

Unfinished Business:
a. Event Financial Reports: None
b. Informal Event – Crazy Horse Campground – B. Wagner – May 17 – 19; rides leave at 9:00 a.m. each morning from campground

Program – Motorcycle Tales – Dave Ewing spoke about a very rainy after
our Sunday breakfast ride

50/50 & Door Prizes
On a bike: Raffle won by Hugh Brandt
50/50: Won by F. Wenzon

Several door prizes were given to various ticket holders.

New Business:
a. Event Budget Requests – None
b. Lunch Ride – May 11 – F. Wenzon – Meet at Starks Corner at 10:30 a.m. for ride to Café 20 in Marengo
c. Flags for Vets – G. Buss – May 25 – Meet at 8:30 a.m. McDonalds Des Plaines, see flier
d. Memorial Day Activities – May 27 – G. Gauss – Meet at McDonalds Des Plaines about 7:30 am with 8:00 leave to American Legion. Then to All Saints Cemetery, Ridgewood Cemetery and Lake Opeka for memorial services.
e. Donation – L. Vicker – Presented information regarding the Standing Tall Charitable Foundation. Request made to make a donation to Standing Tall in the memory of Rev. John Smyth, long friend of the JPC and former Director of Standing Tall and Maryville Academy. Motion approved by membership attending. Second motion was passed after discussion on the amount. A donation of $1,000 was unanimously approved by the board. Treasurer J. Hill will write out the check and it will be either presented in person by J. Hill and M. Anderson or mailed to the Foundation.

Good of the Order & Adjournment
Various kudos and comments were offered.

Reminders:
Cruiser Coffee is: Thursday, May 16
JPC Meeting is: Tuesday, May 28

Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:45 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
L. Vicker, Secretary

             JPC MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES

                                      February 26, 2019

The meeting was called to order by President Sandy McCall at 7:30 PM

Board Members Present:

Greg Buss

Sandy McCall

Bob Wagner

Candi Wenzon                               

Joe Hill

Absent:  None

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Introduction of Host/Hostess

Hugh Brandt served as host with George Gauss assisting.

Introduction of Guests & Associates

None

Additions/Deletions to Agenda

                Add to New Business

                b. Calhoun County Barn Quilt Adventure – K. McCall

Announcements

Bob Crosson had hernia surgery and is recovering at home.

President’s Report

“Motorcycle Trivia” was played.  Winners were as follows:

1. (George Barrington)

Which cycle company got its start by making weaving looms?

SUZUKI!

• (Joe Hill)

What brand bike was ridden by Marlon Brando in “Wild One”?

                                TRIUMPH!

• (George Barrington)

The world’s rarest cycle is in which museum?

WHEELS THROUGH TIME/MAGGIE VALLEY

VP Reports – Bob Wagner

Rolling Thunder information is available with order forms and schedule of events.  This may be the last Rolling Thunder in Washington DC.  Contact Bob Wagner for the information.

A limited supply of JPC t-shirts has been ordered in L, X-lg, and 2x and should be received soon.  Speak with Bob about buying a shirt.

                Meetings & Programs:  H. Brandt

                                None

Editor:  S. Penczak

                                 None

                Tour Director:  G. Gauss

We’re still in the off-riding season, so each Sunday we meet at McD’s/DesPlaines, then move to Rose Garden at 9am.  Last Sunday a few tried White Castle and were pleased with the food.

                Communications:  L. Vicker (vacation)

                                None

Membership/Speak Up/Birthdays:  G. Barrington

                                The following were honored with our birthday song:

Frank Wenzon, George Barrington

Unfinished Business:

1. Event Financial Reports

Holiday Party – Jean Mumford (absent) – report by Joe Hill

26 guests attended at $30/head = $780

50/50 = $30

$583.93 was the cost of meals

$200 DJ

Income $810

Expenses $783.93 = profit of $26.07

Motion to accept report:             Bob Wagner

Second:                                                Greg Buss

Discussion:                                        None

Motion:                                                Passed unanimously.

• Jack Frost 1/01/19 – H. Brandt

Al Gutenschwager has more information, but this was a pay as you go event, so there were no costs.  50/50 was won by Joe Hill ($50).

• Elections for 2019 Board – F. Wenzon

Speeches were given by the two candidates present:   Joe Hill and Steve Penczak….(Vickers’ were on vacation) then:

Motion to accept the entire slate of nominees:                 George Barrington

Second                                                                                                 Greg Buss

Discussion                                                                                          None

Motion                                                                                                 Passed Unanimously

• Installation Dinner 3/16 – S. McCall

The dinner will be at the Rose Garden beginning at 5:30pm.  Cost is $30/person and needs to be given to Sandy McCall by 3/01 or at breakfast on Sunday.

Program – “Motorcycle Tales” – George Gauss

George brought up the rules of group riding and a lively discussion resulted.  It was suggested:

…..Slow or inexperienced riders should ride directly behind the leader

…..Wait at the corner of a turn if you don’t see the rest of the group                                             

      directly behind you, so as not to lose the remainder of the group

…..The lead group will slow down so that followers caught at a light won’t                           have to wildly exceed the speed limit to catch up.

                                …..Don’t try to fight a car that is dividing the group, as the car is going to win

                                …..If you are the leader, think about giving directions or at the very least, the

Street names of the intersection and remember that most of the utilized Sunday breakfast restaurants are on our distributed restaurant list.

50/50 & Door Prizes

                                On a bike:           None    

                                50/50:                  $  22 was won by Ken McCall

Several door prizes were given to various ticket holders.

New Business:

1. Event Budget Requests – None

• Calhoun County Barn Quilt Adventure 5/25-5/27 – K. McCall

A three day event is planned, riding 800 miles round trip to Keokuk, Iowa on

5/25 through 5/27.

Chair – Ken McCall

CoChair – Bill Lindwall

Motion to accept event on calendar:                                      Sandy McCall

Second                                                                                                 Bob Wagner

Discussion:

This is the same weekend as the flag events over Memorial Day.  It was agreed upon that each will appeal to different members, so both will be held.

Motion passed with two abstentions

• Audit Committee Selection – S. McCall

Volunteers were as follows:

George Gauss

Greg Buss

Bob Wagner

Bill Hominick

Motion to accept the four members:                                     Greg Buss

Second                                                                                                 Bob Wagner

Discussion                                                                                          None

Motion                                                                                                 Passed Unanimously

Good of the Order & Adjournment

Various kudos and comments were offered.   

Reminders:

Cruiser Coffee is:             Thursday March 21st

JPC Meeting is:                 Tuesday   March 26th

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 8:53pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Candi Wenzon, Secretary

JPC MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES

October 23, 2018

The meeting was called to order by President Sandy McCall at 7:33PM

Board Members Present:

Sandy McCall

Bob Wagner

Candi Wenzon

Joe Hill

Absent:Greg Buss

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Introduction of Host/Hostess

Hugh Brandt served as host.

Introduction of Guests & Associates

None

Additions/Deletions to Agenda

None

Announcements

None

President’s Report

“Motorcycle Trivia” was played.  Winners were as follows:

1. Steve Penczak

What decade did “Trick or Treat gain popularity?

Mid to late 1930’s!

2. George Barrington

How many children have been harmed or killed by Halloween candy?

None!

3. Bill Hominick

What is the average number of pieces of candy handed to each child?

Two!

VP Reports – Bob Wagner

                              Let Bob know if you need a 2019 events calendar.

Meetings & Programs:  H. Brandt

None

Editor:  S. Penczak

Steve thanked contributors but asks that when you submit an article or  photo,  please include the following:  date, where taken, whether a lunch or breakfast event.

Tour Director:  G. Gauss

10/28 is the last scheduled breakfast ride and Rick Tymczuk will lead.

Thanks to all who led rides this year.  As soon as you are done with riding for the year, please send your mileage information to George.

Communications:  L. Vicker

She had nothing to report.

AMA/Membership:  G. Barrington

George officially “retires” from serving as AMA rep at the end of this year.  Thanks for all of your years of service, George!

Bill Hominick and Ron Carlow purchased their back patches today………..congratulations to them upon becoming full members.  Once Bill and Annie Berger and Dave Ewing buy theirs, we will have no other associates waiting for membership.

Speak Up

None

Birthdays

Sandy McCall and Ron Carlow were honored with our birthday song!

Unfinished Business:

1. Event Financial Reports

None

1. Anniversary Party Plans – S. McCall

We’ll have a full house for our 40^th party at Lou Malnati’s/Elk Grove on Saturday, Nov. 3 from 1pm-4pm.  The menu includes 3 different kinds of deep dish pizza, 2 salads, 2 pastas, cookie/ice cream and cake desserts, cola and diet cola, coffee and tea.  Dress is casual and many items will be raffled off.

Program – “Motorcycle Tales”– Hugh Brandt

Hugh received many laughs as he told us about purchasing his very first Honda 350 in Columbia, S. America while he worked there on contract……He had no experience riding a motorcycle but went on to ride 20,000 miles back home to the states (definitely not a direct route!).  He showed us all his first license, a 1970 plate from Panama.

50/50 & Door Prizes

On a bike:           Bill Hominick.

50/50:                 $ 25was won by Bill Hominick

Several door prizes were given to the Early Arrivals ticket holders.

New Business:

1. Event Budget Requests – None

1. Rent/Elks Club 2019 – S. McCall

Greg Buss spoke with Sally and price of monthly meetings will remain the same at $0.

1. Holiday Party 12/08 – J. Mumford

The party will take place at the Rose Garden/Elk Grove.  Cost will be $30 to include DJ, Lenny.  11/20 is the deadline to pay……..flyer on the web.

Good of the Order & Adjournment

Various kudos and comments were offered.

Reminders:

Cruiser Coffee is:             Thursday November 15th

JPC Meeting is:                Tuesday November 27th 

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 8:20pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Candi Wenzon, Secretary

JPC MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES

September 25, 2018

The meeting was called to order by President Sandy McCall at 7:31PM

Board Members Present:

Greg Buss

Sandy McCall

Candi Wenzon

Joe Hill

Absent: Bob Wagner (emergency due to storm damage)

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Introduction of Host/Hostess

Hugh Brandt served as host.

Introduction of Guests & Associates

Ron Carlow

Additions/Deletions to Agenda

None

Announcements

None

President’s Report

“Motorcycle Trivia” was played.  Winners were as follows:

1. Greg Buss
2. Joe Hill
3. George Barrington
   

VP Reports – Bob Wagner

Meetings & Programs:  H. Brandt

We have all of the volunteers needed to be monthly speaker for the remainder of the year.

Editor:  S. Penczak, Is waiting on one report.

Tour Director:  G. Gauss

All breakfast rides have leaders through the October rides.  One or two may be needed if we ride into November.

Communications:  L. Vicker

Nothing to report.

AMA/Membership:  G. Barrington

AMA did not invite the “Road” division to the AMA Congress this year…….There was no communication about the reason for them dropping road riders.

Annie and Bill Berger and Ron Carlow are now members and may purchase their vests, patches and name pins.

Speak Up            None

Birthdays:          A few absent members had birthdays in September.

Unfinished Business:

1. Event Financial Reports

None

1. Laying of the Bricks/Door County 9/8 – H. Brandt

The turnout was excellent.  Gary Cooper’s daughter, Karen, attended.  Hugh presented the $1000 donation from the JPC’s to the park and Huge along with Joni Brandt, bought a brick for “Parrish”, who was a former member of the JPC’s. Sara, was contacted by Lynn Vicker through Facebook and told that a brick was laid for Tom at the Motorcycle Memorial Park.

1. Anniversary Party Plans – S. McCall

Communication about this 11/3 event went out to current members and will be sent out to former members on Oct. 1^st.  Seating is limited to the first 50 paid reservations.  The $10/person cost will be refunded to each person at the conclusion of the party at Lou Malnati’s.

1. Annual Planning Meeting for 2019 – S. McCall

A few additional events were added.  Calendars will be distributed at the October meeting.

Motion to accept 2019 Calendar:            Greg Buss

Second:                                                            Candi Wenzon

Discussion:                                                     Events can always be added

Motion passed unanimously.

PLEASE NOTE: The vote on moving the Sunday Breakfast Meetings to the Hoffman Estates McDonald’s on a  year-round on the 1^st and 3^rd Sunday of each month should have been inserted here……If I remember correctly the vote of the members present was 10 to 8 in favor. It was suggested by the Board that another survey be send out.

Program – “Motorcycle Tales”– Lynn Vicker

Lynn spoke of her experience appearing to her son’s grade school class in June of 1988 about “motorcycle safety.”

50/50 & Door Prizes

On a bike:           None

50/50:                 $ 25was won by Hugh Brandt

Several door prizes were given to the Early Arrival ticket holders.

New Business:

1. Event Budget Requests – None

1. December Meeting – S. McCall

Sandy suggested that since the December fourth Tuesday fell on 12/25, that we not have a December meeting.

Motion to forego a December meeting: Sandy McCall

Second:                                                                           Greg Buss

Discussion:                                                                    None

Motion passed unanimously.

Good of the Order & Adjournment

Various kudos and comments were offered.

Reminders:

Cruiser Coffee is:             Thursday October 18th

JPC Meeting is:                Tuesday October 23rd

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

Candi Wenzon, Secretary

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