MINUTES OF THE MEETING Novmeber 2007

The meeting was called to order at 8:15 by President Steve Simmons. Contents of the mail box were announced. These included Safety Fast, an MG Owners Club catalogue and the Abingdon Rough Rider Review. The guest speaker, Bobbie'dine Rhodda was introduced. Treasurer's Report: Treasurer was not in attendance, but sent a summary report to the President by email. The Balance on Hand was $7388.92 with $3699.76 unallocated. Events: Several people reported on the Conclave. 43 people attended. Everyone had a grand time. Special thanks were offered for the efforts put out by the organizers. 41 people are signed up for the Holiday Party. There are still a few who had not paid. They were urged to please do so. The out-going board will put on the Lame Duck Rallye at a time and place to be announced. Programs: This evening's program will be a talk by Bobbie'dine Rhodda about her father, Frank Mason, one of the founders of our club. The December program will consist of the annual Holiday Party scheduled for December 1. Old Business: Several people gave their comments on the VMG Parts Exchange. The general consensus was that attendance and participation was down a bit this year. But it was still a great opportunity for finding some of those elusive bits. New Business: We need to renew our reservation for the meeting room. Ron Simon pointed out that Program and Events Chairmen need not be elected board members. Any member is free to volunteer for these positions The meeting adjourned at 8:50pm for refreshments and buying raffle tickets before the evening program. Respectfully submitted, Pete Thelander Junior Deputy Assistant Under Secretary-in-Training

Bobbie'dine Rodda reflects on the life of her legendary father, Frank Mason.   Acting Secretary, Pete Thelander, doubles as official TCMG photographer.   "When's the break? These hors d'ouvres are getting cold! Hot! Melting! Whatever."

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