Slipstream - April 2004

Curves Ahead
by Matt Platts, Editor
Iwill start off my column this month with a
correction to the caption for the March
issue’s cover. That was actually Alex Cobb
driving his Targa at TT104, James Shoffit was
his passenger (I had them backwards). I would
also like to take this opportunity to ask our
illustrious president why there was a *glaring*
omission from the list of favorite magazines
that he receives. For some reason, he neglected
to mention this publication! I hope the omission was a simple
mistake, and we can all assume that Slipstream would be at the
top of his list. If that’s not the case, then we all need to question
our leadership decision (sorry Keith, you asked for it!).
Within this issue, you will find several articles where our
driving school students share their recent experiences. During
the past couple of months, we have facilitated schools that are
designed to help all levels of drivers. Whether you were a
first-timer, or an old-hand, there was something for you. I think
you’ll find out that everyone who attended had a great time and
would highly recommend the experience to anyone interested.
We were extra lucky this year in that the weather cooperated for
each of our schools, that’s something that we could not claim
last year! I would also like to point out that putting on these
schools is a huge chore, and there are many people who help to
make it happen.
Maverick Minutes
by Mimi Spreen
The March 9, 2004 Board meeting was held at
Lanean's house.
Attendees: Keith Olcha, Joel Nannis, Wendy
Shoffit, Teri and Charlie Davis, Noby Takahashi, Joe
McGlohen, Chuck Machala, Dennis Chamberlain,
Matt Platts, Michael Wingfield, Bob Knight, and the
troublemaker.
The meeting began at 19:01:30 with Keith as
John Sandusky. The DE made money, which is great, because the June
DE is 2 weeks before Parade, which may cause it to not fill up. We need
to recruit people for that DE.
Joel - We have 1187 members.
Bob Knight - One CD matured and is now in the checking account.
Looking into changing banking institutions. We have a proposal from JP
Morgan Chase that earns better interest in a Money Market Acct, rather
than a CD. Motion made for Bob to use his discretion in changing banks
which will reduce or eliminate service charges and get us a better interest
rate. Motion seconded and passed.
Wendy - Money from schools given to Bob. The AX schools worked
out well and suggested that next year they not be scheduled so close
together. Also suggested that the scheduling committee be formed and
start meeting within the next month or so, to get the dates set up for next
year. Suggested lowering the limit to possibly under 30 for the Intro to
AX school. Over 30 is too overwhelming. Parade has 489 registrants as
of last Friday. So far, the DE has 119 requesting Solo and 124 requesting
instruction for a total of 243. Club Race has 58 people who have
expressed an interest.
We should extend a big thanks to our driving school coordinator,
Kevin Hardison for all of his hard work. He was “under
the weather” during the Ladies School and AX101 weekend, but
still managed to come out and work his butt off! And let’s not
forget about all of the other people who organized these events
- registration, timing, course workers, and other volunteers who
all gave up evenings and/or weekends to make these events as
enjoyable as they were.
Now that the schools are behind us, the driving season
starts in earnest. We’re starting off with a Time Trial/Autocross
weekend in Mineral Wells on the second weekend in April,
followed by the Parade “warm-up” Autocross at Texas Motor
Speedway on the next weekend. Next up is another combo
weekend, again at Mineral Wells. If you didn’t already have your
April weekend plans nailed down, sign up for any or all of these
events and get a big jump your class points for the season.
May promises to be a little quieter, but we still have a
one-day tour to Paris, Texas to look forward to. There’s also May
at Mayo’s, which is always a blast for the social crowd. The big
twist to this “social” event is that Ed Mayo clears some of the cars
out of the shop and sets up tables and chairs for everyone to sit,
eat, and meet new people. Talk about the best of both worlds...
great people, great cars, great food, all in the same room!
Combine that with the fact that it’s only a couple of miles from
my house, and you know I’ll be there. Will I see you? I hope so!
Charlie - we need to fix the broken windows on Truxter in the next
month. Received one estimate for $260.00 and will get second quote and
advise. We need some batteries at a cost of $55.00 per X 20 batteries.
Motion made to buy batteries as needed up to $1200.00. Motion
seconded and passed. Pylon report: Will print just PCA on pylons buying
for Parade. We will have the option to buy back (at a discount) from
Parade for our Region. Charlie has inventoried the pylons at Mineral
Wells and we will have a plethora of pylons when Parade is over.
Noby - Insurance for March tour is taken care of.
Joe - asked for $200.00 for signage for DE's and will talk about it at
the DE meeting.
Dennis - The next Happy Hour is at Dave & Busters at Central and
Walnut Hill. The manager is a Maverick member and wants to try and
get as many people there as possible.
Chuck - agrees with Wendy about scheduling committee. Needs DE
and CR dates for 2005 before a committee gets together. Thanks go to
Charlie for helping at the AX and for driving Truxter to these events.
Matt - Slipstream looking thin for April. Needs articles and pictures.
Wendy has some people who have promised to write and she has alot of
pictures and so does Kevin.
Teri - wants to have a rally series in 2005. Will be part of scheduling
committee.
Lanean - The Hope Shelter project is moving forward.
Motion made to adjourn the meeting at 8:20, motion seconded and
passed.
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