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The 14 April meeting was held at the home of Fred Perkins in Ft. Lauderdale. There were 39 members present. Fred provided all with a wonderful cookout including an MVPA cake. Roll was called. There was no Treasurer's report due to technical difficulties. The treasurer's report will be presented at the next meeting. A motion was made by Harry McGee to accept minutes of the previous meeting and seconded by Fred Perkins.

Dick Deren reported on the Crestview Show and suggested that we support this effort by becoming a sponsor of the event and provide personnel to help run the event. Charlie Hildebrant reported that May 18-19 will be the camp out at the Earl Byers Ocala Forest location. We will be participating in a Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall Event being held in Inglis in June. In August there will be the Annual WWII event at Dade Battlefield in Bushnell. On 13 April, there was an air show in Williston, which we provided 4 vehicles for display.

Fred Perkins reported that he has found success in sending a letter to his area members every 2 months. If there is a choice in going to a new event and an established event where his area has participated in the past, he tries to go to the established event. There are just so many they can attend. The end of April is the Cooper City Founder’s Day Event. Memorial Day is in Davie. 4th of July is the Plant Parade and Davie Display. His members also participate in a car show every Friday. This weekly show in Davie brings out some 500 vehicles. They also attend a monthly car show at Fudruckers in Miami.

Todd recognized Earl Byers as the founder of the FFC. Earl had Jeep books compiled and autographed by Bill Fredericks for sale. All monies come to the FFC. Cost is $20 each for the soft cover version and $30 each for the hard each for the hardbound copy. Harry McGee offered to sell the books at the Military Collectors Society of South Florida.

Todd announced that new banners had been bought and distributed to Regional Coordinators. There was no old business or new business to conduct.

FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER

The newsletter was discussed. It now cost $200 to $300 per issue to print 200 eight double sided copies. President Hansford appointed himself and Dick Deren to a committee of two to investigate the possibility of purchasing a used copier for club use. Fred Perkins moved and seconded by Charlie Hildebrant, that the committee be authorized to purchase a copier not to exceed the amount of $600. John DaGrosa amended the motion to increase the amount to $800. The motion was passed. Dick Deren will head the committee for purchasing the copier. The copier will travel with the newsletter editor.

Dick Deren advised that we have the opportunity to purchase a 10 X 20 sun tent from member Jerry Eichholz for $100. John DaGrosa moved that we buy it, seconded by Harry McGee. Dick Deren will hold the tent to be available for any club function on a first come first serve basis.

Dick Deren suggested we should sponsor a winter rally at Camp Blanding in Stark. The impression is that the museum there would be receptive to this activity. Some of our members are already actively helping out at the museum. At our next meeting we will decide on what kind of and how much support we can offer to Jeff Smith with the Crestview Show and if we want to pursue putting on a show at Camp Blanding. Dick Deren will start looking into Camp Blanding. Pierre lzarie talked about building a small compound in Normandy with vehicle storage below and housing for visitors above. This would be in the American sector of beaches. He would like us to think about whether or not we would use such a facility. He expects nothing from the club. This was just an informational discussion.

Todd suggested that we start out meeting with the pledge of allegiance, a prayer or a silent moment. Please express your ideas to your area coordinator. We might also consider having someone in the organization in charge of sending greeting cards to members and their families for various occasions.

There being no other business to discuss, Charlie Craven moved that we adjourn, seconded by Bill Wincapaw. Meeting closed.

Respectfully submitted,

Joanne Hansford, Secretary