Slipstream - October 2011

Maverick Minutes
Madhu Rao, Secretary
I
would like to thank Lisa Steele for her
willingness to record the minutes from
this meeting on my behalf.
John Hamilton started off the meeting
with the statement, “I hope this meeting is
efficient and not lengthy.” Everyone in the
room looked happy to keep their reports
quick and to the point.
Madhu Rao was unable to attend the meeting but John
happily reported information on Madhu’s behalf. Madhu
thanked everyone in the region (that is you!) for your
great response to the Maverick Region survey. Our region
generated☺190 completed surveys for a 16% response rate.
Great job! For more information check the September
edition of Slipstream for an article which presented a
synopsis of the survey.
Additionally, Madhu presented an update regarding
the 2012 Maverick Region elections. He thanked the
nominating committee for their help with the election as
they have produced a full ballot for the Executive Council
offices now. The ballot will be printed in the October issue
of Slipstream. Those interested in voting may do so via mail
and/or in person at the Founders’ Day event on November
12, when the results will be announced. Madhu also shared
a concept idea of posting the ballot on the Maverick Region
website. He is looking into the feasibility of doing this.
Robyn Howard confirmed to everyone that there will be a
Swap Meet on Oct.1st at Zims. She also reminded everyone
of the Time Trial and Autocross for the upcoming weekend.
Jim Falgout reported that $14,000 still needs to be paid by
advertisers. We have a current club balance of $38,000.
Richard Bradley announced that Slipstream is going very
well and he still has several Parade articles to publish in the
upcoming months.
Chris Christensen informed the group that all insurance is
covered. He also reminded the group that the next Happy
Hour will be at Trinity Hall Pub which is always a great
location for Mavericks to get together.
Carey Spreen announced that there will be a Tour/ Photo
Rally to San Martino Winery on Oct. 23. Carey also brought
a few samples of older Slipstreams and would like for them
to be on display at this Founder’s Day to show how far our
club has come over the past 50 years.
Ed Mullenix is still working on possibly confirming a Tech
Session for October. He plans on talking with Nerces at
Autoscope to set up a Dyno Day for October 22.
Brendan Eagan has been busy contacting the local
dealerships to help promote and encourage people to join
PCA. Park Place, Boardwalk, and Autobahn all agreed to
put a Slipstream, Panorama, and our local brochure in every
right seat of new and used Porsches that go out the door.
Way to go Brendan! Are you trying to tell Lisa Steele that
you want the Membership Chair position?
Mike Brodigan noted that he had a meeting with the
DE committee. The focus of the meeting was to decrease
expenses. One idea that came out of the meeting was a
special one day DE/TT event. This one-day event will run
two events, a DE in the first half and a Time Trial in the
second half. This exciting event is scheduled for May 2,
and the event has a special name, The Texas 2-Step! More
to come...
John Harvey was excited to announce that he would be
leaving Friday for Boxtoberfest in Fredericksburg. He sure
was excited that we will have 23 couples from the Maverick
Region attending this year. The event has an all time high of
111 cars this year. John also reported that on September 25,
the Sunday Drive group will drive to Cresson and visit the
track, Motorsport Ranch, to get a little introduction to DE.
Denny Payne reported that for the first time ever we
submitted our local Web Page at Parade. He was pleased
to announce that we received high marks from two judges
with some really good feedback that Denny plans on
incorporating. Denny is also looking for people to help
redesign the website.
Christy Payne did not have much to report. She reminded
the group that this year’s Founder’s Day will be on November
12, at the Hilton in Southlake.
Lisa Steele was very excited to report that we have
exceeded the 2,000 mark for membership. We currently
have 2,012 members in our wonderful club. She was elated
to share that the number of non-renewals is decreasing each
month. WooHoo! Way to go Membership Team!!
Linda Bambina is working hard with the 50th Anniversary
events and activities. She is starting to write Articles
containing special events, activities, or quotes from
Mavericks. She will be contacting people via email so
make sure you respond with all of your special memories of
the Maverick Region Porsche Club.
Wendy Shoffit announced that she has about 30 directories
available. She also noted that our local Club Race registration
will open this weekend. Wendy has also been busy getting
ideas from other editors of other regions. She shared with
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