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The Villages RV Club Meeting of Friday, November 14, 2008 .

 President, Irwin King called the meeting to order at 10:03 a.m.

 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

 Thank you to Samantha and our friends at Turning Wheel for the pastries this a.m.

 A decision was made by the presiding Board and the probable new Board to eliminate the membership fee for 2009 to the existing members.  All existing members will be able to pick up their membership cards at the next meeting.

 1.  Secretary’s Report: Jo Spinks read the minutes of October 10, 2008 and they were approved  (President Irwin King stated that approximately $150.00 was given to Hospice on behalf of the RV supplies and equipment donated by the family of Joe Musorrafiti.).

2.  Treasurer’s Report: Joe Bertoldi reported a balance of $6,960.00.

3.  Sunshine Committee: Christie King was happy to state that no cards were sent out this month.  She also stated Sally Wood is now residing at Hospice’s Tuscany House.  A big Thank You to all of the members who have visited and sat with Sally.

4.  Wagon Master’s Report: Representing Frank Boissey was Ron Collins: Thanks was given to Len & Peggy Holdsworth for the Panama Canal Cruise;  Mark & Becky Hulbert for the Fantasy Feast Rally; also to  Jim & Pat Osborn and Ron & Nancy Martin for the Sanibel Rally. Eve Sandy stated that the cost for the Christmas Party tickets for the food alone is over $29.00 each, therefore you are getting a great deal purchasing a ticket for only $25.00.

Al Rhoton stated that the next Night Golf will be Thurs., Jan. 29, 2009 at Saddlebrook for $10. Samantha, from Turning Wheel spoke on the next Rally of Nov. 17th to 20th.

Please see the website, www.tvrvc.org  for the up-coming list of rallies and events.

 5.  Questions on Parking your RVs at home: Walt McKechnie, who is a member of Community Watch spoke regarding the 72 hour rule.  This rule can be found in the 2009 phone book on page 8, item #9.  Basically it says you may park your RV in your driveway or on the street at your house for 72 hours.  This is to assist you when you are loading and unloading.  Remember  not to block stop signs and use the need of cones if necessary.

6.  Slate of candidates were presented: since no additional candidates were added last month or this month, the names are: for Pres., Mark Hulbert; Vice Pres., Joe Humphrey; Treasurer, Walt Mckechnie; Secretary, Jo Spinks and Wagon Master, Fred Bryant.  The voting in of the new slate was unanimous.  The old & new Boards will meet next month  

7.  Coffee Committee:  In order to have coffee at our monthly meetings,  Becky Rhoton has volunteered to chair and to prepare coffee.   Helpers are welcome.  

8.  New Members: Three new couples  were welcomed..

9.  Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Teitelbaum, from Mulberry Grove Animal Hospital:   Dr. T. spoke about traveling safely with your pets.  She reminded us of the severe importance of getting  vaccinations for our pets and maintaining a current record of their meds and shots.  Always remember not to leave your pet locked up in a car, especially in the heat of the summer.

10.  Speaker for December: Kevin Ganus, an Asset Management Specialist from AG Edwards.

11.  50/50 drawing, $40, $30. & $30.

12.  Next meeting, Fri., Dec. 12th, at 9:30 for sign-ups and 10:00 am for regular meeting.

13.  Motion to adjourn: 11:27 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Jo Spinks

The Villages RV Club Secretary

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