July 2010 Newsletter

The newsletter is early this month because we have a couple issues that need to be addressed as soon as possible. 

First, there were a few members that are concerned that the camping at Goshen County Fair Grounds is too close together.  The problem has been solved.  Dave and Ken have been working with the people up there and we have 20 sites on the grass.  They are wide enough to open  your awning if you desire.  The sites are electricity only (no water) with a cost of $15.00 per night.  We also have the pavilion for the meal and meeting.  Make your plans now.  This is a pretty good deal.  We’ll be there July 16th, 17th and 18th.

It has been brought to my attention that several of our Wagon Wheel Sams Newsletter Chapter members are upset
with my since of humor.   I assure you that my comment about Alvin Banghart in the back of Harry’s truck was made in fun.  I know that my comment was probably in bad taste, but you need to understand that a lot of what Alvin and I do is in bad taste. I talked to Alvin and he and Cindy thought it was funny. I also told him that if I didn’t like him I would not be making fun of him. We joined this Chapter to have fun, but it seems there are some of you that don’t like it when we are laughing and having a good time.  To those of you who don’t like the way I do things, I’ll give you a quote from my dearly departed Father.  “You can get glad in the same underwear you got mad in.”   From now on it will be strictly business with no jokes or frills.   Have a good day.

The June 19th meeting was called to order at 1:10 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and Flag Salute.

Roll call was read with 16 rigs represented.

We were honored to have Cindy Banghart’s mother, Marie Darnstaedt, Rich and Barb Kissler, Ron and Gail Ledesma and grandchildren, and Chet and Wanda’s grandson,Tucker as our guests.

The Minutes of the May meeting were read by Secretary Marilyn Petersen.  Bart Bartow made a motion to accept the Minutes as read.  Char Schanaman seconded.  Motion carried.

The Treasurer’s Report was read by Treasurer Jim Vance,  Motion was made by Bart Bartow to accept the
Treasurer’s Report.  Gene Fees seconded.  Motion carried.  No bills were
presented for payment.

Jim Vance read a wonderful letter from The Ronald McDonald House thanking the club for the donation.

President Ken Petersen asked for members to be on the nominating committee. Tom McCarthy, Sharon Gregory, and Carolyn Austin have volunteered.

After much thought and discussion, Tom McCarthy made a motion to have the July meeting at the Torrington Fairgrounds on the original date of July 17, 2010. 
Doris Bartow seconded.  Motion carried.  Bart and Doris Bartow will host a potluck.

More discussion was had on the August 21st meeting.  A decision was made to go to the AB Campground in Cheyenne.

Cindy Banghart gave a quick report on the highway cleanup.  She informed us that our club would not be dropped from the program.

Our next scheduled cleanup will be June 26, 2010.  Bart Bartow made a motion to meet at 7:00 a.m. at the RV Park.  Doris Bartow seconded.  Motion carried.

President Ken Petersen announced that Fred Hatch will be retiring as State Director this year.  Carla  Gries has been nominated to fill this position.

A short report was given on the 2010 Samboree.  All who were able to attend, agreed that we had a fabulous time.

The 2011 Samboree will be held on June 9 through 12.  The theme will be Treasure Island.  It was also mentioned that the cost of going to the Samboree will be increased to $70.00.

50/50 brought in a total of $79.00.  $39.50 for the club, $19.75 won by Marilyn Petersen and $19.75 won by Cindy Banghart.

The door prize donated by Jim and Linda Vance was won by LeRoy and Jeanette Schreiner..

Birthdays and anniversaries were read.

A motion was made by Bart Bartow to adjourn the meeting.  Jeannie Fees seconded.  Meeting  was adjourned at 2:05 p.m..