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2023 Board Minutes

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SFCC BOARD MEETINGDECEMBER 19, 2023 | Ramada by Wyndham | 6:30PMBOARD MEMBERS PRESENTDAVE ROWE      DENNY ROBINSON    ELAINE ROBINSONJEFF GIFFORD      JOHN PESICKA      MIKE HARDYJOHN KOLANDER    PAUL DYKE      GLENN HOFFER    MICK HOFFER      RYAN BERG      BARRY KONKENCHERI BEYERBOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENTJEN JOHNKEGUEST/CLUB MEMBERSRON KERSBERGEN    MIKE SKILES
MINUTES FROM MEETING  6:30 PM meeting started   Awards presented for 2 board members   President Denny gave introduction as new president, spoke about 2 upcoming events/ charities in January and February.  President advised council of increase in rates for board meetings and general meeting by current hotel venue. Also gave update on what club was billed for the Classic Dine out.  Mike Skiles presented potential future meeting locations.   Glen gave addition input in regards to the potential future meeting locations and additional pros and cons.  Motion to select 5 Oaks as new meeting location made by Dave Rowe and 2NDby Ryan Berg./  Treasure gave update on club financials and CD’s. Elaine also informed board any checks over 1k will be cosigned by President Denny.  Mike Skiles gave ideas for 2024 Drive N Dines and potential locations.   Jeff G presented a new joint adventure with club and Voices Against Cancer non profit charity events.  Mike Hardy updated on CHIIPS website and features.   Ryan informed board that next year shirt designs are being worked.   Glen and Mick discussed date for Spring Rally and event is still going to happen.   Barry gave 2024 Corvette Classic costs for event (room costs). Also venue/hotel is going through renovations.  Mike Gilbride let the board know about issues with Buzzbook and trying to add new members.   Glen let board know club members requested at last meeting, to have board members introduce themselves at general meetings.  7:47 President motioned to adjourn, 1stby Dave Rove, 2ndby John Pesicka.Respectfully submitted,Jeff Gifford, Secretary

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SFCC BOARD MEETING OCTOBER 22 2023 | Ramada by Wyndham | 6:30 PM BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON ELAINE ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD JOHN PESICKA MIKE HARDY JOHN KOLANDER PAUL DYKE GLENN HOFFER MICK HOFFER RYAN BERG BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT MIKE SKILES BARRY KONKEN GUEST/CLUB MEMBERS RON KERSBERGEN MINUTES FROM MEETING - 6:30 PM meeting called to order by President - Glen options for new meeting venues - President spoke about November banquet and timelines for event - Elaine updated board on RSVP for banquet - President informed board about storage unit being broken into - Motion by President to get rid of storage shed, 1st by Denny and 2nd by Ryan Berg - John Pesicka gave an updated budge report from the budget committee for 2024 - Motion made by John Kolander to pass budget committee’s recommendation, 2nd by Mike Hardy - Discussion by President to increase yearly member dues - Motion to increase due by John K, 2nd by Mike Hardy, motion passed - President suggested making changes to charity donations and looking at other organizations - Motion by John P for American Legion for new charity donation, 2nd by Ryan Berg, motion passed - Denny went over 2024 proposed meeting dates - Mike Hardy informed board that online site conversion is complete - John Kolander confirmed May 2024 date for Spring Car Show - 7:46 President motioned to adjourn, 1st by Ryan Berg, 2nd by John Kolander. Submitted by: Jeff Gifford, Secretary

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SFCC Board Meeting Sept 19 2023 Ramada by Wyndam 6 30pm Officers present Dave Rowe Dennis Robinson Elaine Robinson John Pesicka Paul Dyke Barry Konken Ryan Berg John Kolander Glen and Mick Hoffer Mike Hardy Officers absent Jeff Gifford Mike Gilbride Club members present Ron Kersbergen Cheri Beyer Pres Dave started meeting at 6 30pm Discussion on survey to be handed out at September meeting to get input for 2023 activities and 2024 ideas Reminder for cars needed for both Augustana Homecoming parade and USD Homecoming parade Verified remainder of 2023 club dates Sep 27th General Meeting Oct 15 Meeting in Motion at Blind Butcher Nomination of 2024 officers Oct 17th Board Meeting Nov 11th Saturday Banquet at Ramada and Election of 2024 Officers reservation by check to cover cost of meal check will be returned when member arrives at banquet Dec 19th Joint Board meeting 2023 and 2024 officers Sub committee on financials will meet before year end to make recommendations on dues increase Current dues do not cover club expenses Possible spring dates for annual Car Show will be looked at by John Kolander Barry reported on meetings for upcoming BHCC Ryan reported that we made money on merchandise this year and discussion on making merchandise page available yet this fall Glen Mick Hoffer discussed the 2024 Spring Rally targeting Sunday May 5 to hold the rally Mike Hardy discussed new webmaster that club has retained to update website along with revised password for Members Only section of the website Denny suggested having a Chili feed in Jan Feb time frame Discussion on club involvement for Caravan to Corvette Museum will occur in August 2024 Our Past President Kay Wagner will be the 2024 Chair for the Museum Board of Directors Meeting adjourned at 7 40pm

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BOARD MEETING AUGUST 22 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE JEFF GIFFORD JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN MIKE HARDY JOHN KLADSTUP MIKE SKILES PAUL DYKE BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT DENNY ROBINSON ELAINE ROBINSON GLENN HOFFER MICK HOFFER RYAN BERG JOHN KOLANDER GUEST CLUB MEMBERS RON KERSBERGEN AVERY KOLLER MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 33 PM meeting called to order by President President went over remaining 2023 dates for Board and General meetings and Events Discussed about the invite from Augustana University to attend their parade President went over the Eagle Butte event and turnout Barry discussed brief from BHCC and profits from events Spoke about the new director of national corvette museum Spoke about possibly hosting the caravan when it comes through Mike Skiles spoke about past Drive N Dines and future planning for events Mike mentioned about doing awards and plaques during the banquet for sponsors and members that have gone above and beyond President mentioned about doing a survey for members to get feedback from Drive N Dines He discussed a potential future meeting place Mike Hardy gave an update for website and calendar completion The password for the Members Only section of the website will be changing in September with an email announcement going out to the general membership President mentions about doing a casino night during the banquet 7 34 President motioned to adjourn 1st by John Pesika and 2nd by Barry Konken Respectfully submitted Jeff Gifford Secretary

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BOARD MEETING JUNE 20 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG MIKE HARDY GLENN AND MICK HOFFER JOHN KOLANDER JOHN KLADSTUP BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT MIKE SKILES GUEST CLUB MEMBERS RON KERSBERGEN MIKE GILBRIDE MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 33 PM meeting called to order by President Vice President Denny Robinson gave an updated total for club membership and who owes dues Spoke about doing being presented the idea about doing the Pledge of Allegiance for meetings before they begin and may use a microphone and speaker at the drive and dines Also during Drive and Dines we will try to be placed in a private are to have our meetings Treasure Elaine Robinson gave financial updates and balances of accounts Informed board that Inland Marin insurance policy was due for renewal Motion was made to not renew Also gave update on converting over to quick book Merchandise Coordinator Ryan gave updates on Mays sales for online store Let Board know updates for Black Hills Classic online shop and pre order sales Informed Board for deadline for online sales June 25 BHCC Coordinator Barry informed board about Hot Summer Nights verified venders that will be present and went over the event guide Spoke about Corvette classes available during event Discussed that volunteers are still needed for Hot Summer Nights and Corvette Classic Corvette Car Show Coordinator John Kolander updated the 2023 Car Show and overall event turn out CHIPS Editor Mike Hardy updated on following for Facebook page and updating photos Gave updates for website and the redesign of the site NCCC Representative John Kladstrup gave updates for NCCC Membership Ambassador Mike Gilbride updated board on Buzz book in the works

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President Dave Rowe spoke about trip to Clearlake and booth vacancies for the show also updated board on the progress for 2024 meeting dates 7 31 motion to end meeting by John Kladstrup seconded by Mike Hardy Jeff Gifford Secretary

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BOARD MEETING May 20 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG MIKE SKILES MIKE HARDY MICK HOFFER GLENN HOFFER BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT JEFF GIFFORD GUEST CLUB MEMBERS MINUTES FROM MEETING Note minutes for the May 20 2023 Board meeting are a compilation of Officer input as the Secretary was unable to attend and notes were collected post meeting There may be some inadvertent omission of attendance and topic matter 6 30 PM meeting called to order by President Dave Rowe President Dave Rowe discussed plans for club trip to the Surf Ballroom Past President Mike Skiles discussed the topic of how to add value to our sponsors Major suggestion was to display sponsors on the first page you see when opening both SFCC website and Facebook Treasurer Elaine Robinson reviewed the renewal of CDs and moving them from Edward Jones in Sioux Falls to their office in Mitchell to make it more convenient for her to manage Vice President Denny Robinson discussed membership including current membership levels and new members He also shared information on several upcoming car shows that may be of interest Member Ambassador Mike Gilbride provided an update on Buzz Book and that they continue to verify all data before converting to Simple Booklet program for posting to web page Historian Paul Dyke spoke to receiving pictures of prize winners from the Poker run from Mike As a follow up to a request from our membership Paul indicated that no offers of pictures from club members have come forward other than mention of items in storage by Dusty Miller Merchandise Coordinator Ryan Berg provided an update on all things related to the current merchandise program The Club is planning on having the trailer at Jerry s on Wednesday of the Classic Will sell old merchandise and redeem Event T Shirt Vouchers from Pre Registration There have been 177 Pre Orders for the BHCC shirts already and that the T Shirt design has been finalized BHCC

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Online Store will be open later today and run through 6 23 for pre orders and then open again during the event Wed Sun of the Classic CHIPS Editor Mike Hardy provided insights on communications provided to the membership readership of website articles along with traffic and followers on social media Work continues on the website refresh with Michaela but progress has been slow to finalize Respectfully submitted Mike Hardy Editor CHIPS

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BOARD MEETING APRIL 18 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG MIKE SKILES MIKE HARDY MICK HOFFER GLENN HOFFER BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT JOHN KLADSTUP GUEST CLUB MEMBERS RON KERSBERGEN CONNIE GILBRIDE MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 30 PM meeting called to order by President Dave Rowe VP Denny updated on club membership dues paid and updated number of members Elaine presented the updated budget for current physical year Board discussed budget for 2023 and how far into the future our current finances will take us The Board voted to review associated with meetings and to review budget requests by various committees and or individuals Discussion was held on possible ways to raise more money for the club which may include raising dues selling unneeded equipment and more Board voted to establish a committee to review current expenses potential future expenses and recommend ways to keep our treasury in great shape Elain spoke about upgrading software for the Quick Books for book keeping Motion made by Mike Skiles seconded by John Pesicka to approve the upgrade John Kolander spoke about the Spring Car Show and updated on the event

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Mike Hardy gave updates on new website and progress updates and a proposal for us to make a link for the online store Barry gave a BHCC update Motion to adjourn by President and seconded by Mike Skiles Meeting done at 7 59 PM

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BOARD MEETING MARCH 21 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DENNY ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG MIKE SKILES MIKE HARDY JOHN KLADSTUP BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT DAVE ROWE JOHN KOLANDER MICK HOFFER GLENN HOFFER GUEST CLUB MEMBERS RON KERSBERGEN CONNIE GILBRIDE CINDY KERSBERGEN MIKE GILBRIDE MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 30 PM meeting called to order by VP Denny Robinson VP updated membership paid dues and delinquent dues VP spoke about parking next week for the normal monthly SFCC meeting Treasurer gave updates for 2023 budge analysis and estimates Merchandise spoke about merchandise plan for 2023 and storing items Ryan also reminded board about storing the trailer in Beresford and use as advertising for the club Board discussed money lost during 2022 banquet due to members RSVP and ended up being a no show

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Motion to register 4 the banquet and put a check deposit for the RSVP by John Pesicka and 2nd by Mike Hardy Mike Hardy spoke about the clubs online pay and new features software and the designer will finish up the sites light work that needs refreshed Discussion by board if we want to keep the minutes by the Secretary on the website motion to keep them on by John Pesicka seconded by Paul Dyke John Kladstrup informed board the NCCC wants the entire zip code for all members 5 digits four will send CHIPS email to all members Barry confirmed Black Hills classic dates bookings for bands drag races registration is open for attendees and other attractions booked Mike Skiles went over Drive Dine events Mike Skiles motion to adjourn and 2nd by Ryan Berg meeting ended at 8 12 PM

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BOARD MEETING FEB 28 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG JOHN KOLANDER MIKE SKILES JOHN KLADSTUP BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT DENISE BERG MICK HOFFER GLENN HOFFER MIKE HARDY GUEST CLUB MEMBERS FELICIA GIFFORD ALEX GIFFORD RON KERSBERGEN CONNIE GILBRIDE DENITA PESICKA LORRI DYKE MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 38 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY PRESIDENT President presented new bid locations for meeting and catering services Spoke about not doing food for general meetings and doing just chips snacks Motion made by John P seconded by John K for Ramada and Chips for meeting and motion was passed

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President spoke about proposed meeting dates for 2023 Board and General John Kladstrup wants to go to NCCC meetings to get acquainted with other corvette groups and find further information for other members wanting to participate in racing Motion by Denny for John K to attend NCCC seconded by Ryan Berg Barry Konken spoke about the National event being in conjunction with the Corvette Classic in 2026 for the 55th anniversary Also brought up having a POC for any C6 owners that wants a magnetic ride control Jeff Gifford mentioned if any C8 owners wanting to do Lambo doors he has a POC that travels around the country for install Ryan Berg spoke about how to proceed with sales during events Online store is open one month at a time during events Spoke about doing sale events for Spring show Fall show and Classic Jeff Gifford spoke about getting the 501st and Mandalorian Mercs star wars groups to attend our car show events as an extra feature Mike Skiles spoke about membership dues registering online and updates for how people can register Elaine informed 2022 taxes are completed and updates for club balance Denny Robinson discussed updated list for membership and current roster Spoke about giving delinquent members till April first to apply dues or they fall off the roster Mike Skiles brought up a road trip event in WI and one in MT for people interested Motion to end meeting by Mike Skiles seconded by John P meeting called to an end at 7 49 PM Submitted by Jeff Gifford Secretary

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BOARD MEETING JANUARY 17 2023 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT DAVE ROWE DENNY ROBINSON JEFF GIFFORD ELAINE ROBINSON JOHN PESICKA BARRY KONKEN RYAN BERG JOHN KOLANDER GLEN HOFFER MICK HOFFER MIKE HARDY BOARD MEMBERS NOT PRESENT MIKE SKILES DENISE BERG JOHN KLADSTRUP GUEST CLUB MEMBERS FELICIA GIFFORD RON KERSBERGEN CONNIE GILBRIDE DENITA PESICKA BARB HARDY MINUTES FROM MEETING 6 32 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY PRESIDENT VP SPOKE ABOUT MEMBERSHIP DUES AND HOW WE ARE DOING THE TRACKING MENTIONED USING GOOGLE CONTACT COMPARED TO THE CURRENT SYSTEM COMPARED HOW THE OLD EXCELL IS PRINTED VS HOW GOOGEL CONTACTS WORKS

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PRESIDENT HAD US LOOK AT CURRENT MEMBERSHIP FORM AND A POTENTIAL NEW LAYOUT FOR THE FORM NEW ONE HAS OTHER OPTIONS WITH BOX SQUARES TO CHECK AND EASIER TO READ AND IS THROUGH BUZZBOOK MIKE GILBRIDE MADE A MOTION TO HAVE THE OOPTION FOR OPTING OUT OF BUZBOOK ROB KERSENBERK SECONDED THE MOTION PRESIDENT DISCUSSED HAVING OUR PO BOX FORWARDED TO THE VP AND TREASURES HOME THIS WAY WE GET OUT MAIL IN A TIMELY MANNOR IN THE MEAN TIME BHCC READ A LETTER FROM THE NATIONAL CHARTER DISCUSSED IF SIOUX FALLS CLUB WANTED TO HOST A NATIONAL EVENT FOR THE REGION PROPOSED BRINGIN IN OTHER REGIONS TO ASSIST WITH THIS TYPE OF EVENT EVENT WOULD HAPPEN IN 2024 MERCHANDISE MANAGER DISCUSSED ABOUT UPCOMING TSHIRT DESIGN AND IDEAS POSSIBLE ONILNE STORE TO PURCHASE SELLING SF CORVETTE CLUB MERCH ONLINE AND FOR THE PUBLIC TO ALSO BUY FROM JOHN KOLANDER SPOKE ABOUT SPRING CAR SHOW JUNE 4TH IS THE DATE OF THE EVENT ASKED FOR IDEAS TO INCLUDE WITH THE SHOW SUCH AS MUSIC OR OTHER ATTRACTIONS JEFF GIFFORD SUGGESTED TO HAVE NATIONAL GUARD LOCAL PD AND FIRE AND RESCUE AS LOCAL HEROS TO ATTEND THE EVENT GLEN AND MICK DISCUSSED SPING RALLY STILL HAVE TO SELECT A ROUTE BUT EVENT IS STILL GOING TO HAPPEN MAY 7TH CHIPS DISCUSSED USING GOOGLE CALENDAR FOR EVENTS AND A WEEK ABOUT DOING SOME TRAINING FOR THE SOFTWARE SPOKE ABOUT WHO OUR SPONSORS ARE AND MAKING SURE THEY ARE ON OUR SITE AND ROSTER ALSO DISCUSSED WHEN WE SHOULD TAKE OFF NON PAYING MEMBERS FROM THE DISTRO LIST CURRENT FORM SAYS DEC 31ST NON PAID MEMBERS WILL MOVE TO INACTIVE THEN MOVE TO ACTIVE ONCE THEY PAY THEY WILL HAVE TILL APRIL 1ST TO PAY OR FALL OFF OUR ROSTER MIKE AND CONNIE DISCUSSED THE FORMAT FOR THE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION OR IF WE WOULD LIKE TO PUT IT INTO BUZZBOOK TREASURER WENT TO WELLS FARGO GOT EVERYTHING TRANSFERRED TO NEW PERSONS AND SIGNATURES FOR NEW PRESIDENT AND TREASURER ALL TAXES FOR 2022 HAVE BEEN PAID AND CLUB BANK ACCOUNT IS IN GOOD SHAPE PRESIDENT ANNOUNCED THAT OUR CURRENT CONTRACT FOR OUR MEETING LOCATION WILL BE GOING UP 3X THE COST WE WILL BE SEARCHING FOR A NEW EVENT LOCATION MOTION TO END MEETING BY JOHN K SECONDED BY JOHN P MEETING CALLED TO AB END AT 7 49 PM