TexasTonka
Enthusiast
Welcome to 2012! I trust everyone enjoyed ringing in the new year last weekend and has now finally gotten over their hangovers... But now we are all back to work, school and the daily grind. But before we get into a rut I would like to call each and every VCA member to a 'town hall' style meeting. In this meeting I hope to accomplish several goals.
Schedule the entire year of 2012 events by having members sponsor a month and create a Viper day for that month (we have some takers already but need to make a final list)
In 2012, as discussed at the Holiday Party, lets try and have a social event and a driving event each month
Go over the likes and dislikes of the current set up of the club and adjust as needed
Assign a committee to look over our regional formation paper work and determine if we can file as a 501(c)3 as a not for profit entity as the national charter is set up as. (Anyone with expertise in this area would be greatly appreciated)
Assign a committee to go after donations and sponsorship for the club. We need posters, Shirts, anything to make our region stand out (You marketing guys would be GREAT at this)
Hear from volunteers to help with website updates and basically being the club IT guy. (First task is the 'swap meet' section)
Vote on how to handle funds for 2012
Several monthly outings
using for auction items
Large parties and events only....etc etc etc...
Discuss fundraisers such as a raffle car or any other ideas anyone may have.
Discuss how to increase membership and participation.
That is a brief outline of what needs to be dealt with before we get too far into 2012. Before the questions come rolling in, YES we have a board for these decisions that was just elected, the board will take in considerations every ones opinions and make a final vote on all matters. This is ultimately YOUR club, no matter if you are basic member, a venom member, or associate member... if you ARE a member you should have a voice on what happens to the small amount of dues this region gets. Everyone will get an opportunity to speak and be heard.
I am currently looking for a space available in the San Marcos area to hold this meeting as it is more neutral ground for the majority of our regions members. The tentative date is 01/14/2012 around Noon. Once a location is determined I will inform everyone ASAP.
Please do not miss this meeting, it will set the pace for the entire year of 2012!
If anyone would like to have this at their home or have access to a conference room please let me know. I would like to have this in a neutral area if possible.
Thank you,
Schedule the entire year of 2012 events by having members sponsor a month and create a Viper day for that month (we have some takers already but need to make a final list)
In 2012, as discussed at the Holiday Party, lets try and have a social event and a driving event each month
Go over the likes and dislikes of the current set up of the club and adjust as needed
Assign a committee to look over our regional formation paper work and determine if we can file as a 501(c)3 as a not for profit entity as the national charter is set up as. (Anyone with expertise in this area would be greatly appreciated)
Assign a committee to go after donations and sponsorship for the club. We need posters, Shirts, anything to make our region stand out (You marketing guys would be GREAT at this)
Hear from volunteers to help with website updates and basically being the club IT guy. (First task is the 'swap meet' section)
Vote on how to handle funds for 2012
Several monthly outings
using for auction items
Large parties and events only....etc etc etc...
Discuss fundraisers such as a raffle car or any other ideas anyone may have.
Discuss how to increase membership and participation.
That is a brief outline of what needs to be dealt with before we get too far into 2012. Before the questions come rolling in, YES we have a board for these decisions that was just elected, the board will take in considerations every ones opinions and make a final vote on all matters. This is ultimately YOUR club, no matter if you are basic member, a venom member, or associate member... if you ARE a member you should have a voice on what happens to the small amount of dues this region gets. Everyone will get an opportunity to speak and be heard.
I am currently looking for a space available in the San Marcos area to hold this meeting as it is more neutral ground for the majority of our regions members. The tentative date is 01/14/2012 around Noon. Once a location is determined I will inform everyone ASAP.
Please do not miss this meeting, it will set the pace for the entire year of 2012!
If anyone would like to have this at their home or have access to a conference room please let me know. I would like to have this in a neutral area if possible.
Thank you,
