Agenda for Business Mtg-Feb

MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 6, 2005 LAMRS BUSINESS MEETING sm 12/23/05

Lloyd Lehrer called the meeting to order at 7:31 PM

ATTENDEES: Lloyd Lehrer David Holmes Derek Griffin Jim Bright Steve Menker Andy Hunter Nick Barone Bob Santelli Richard Allmon Ron Varnell Mike Haasis Adam Miranda Michael Collins Bill Limburg Bill Meyers Jon Toten Mike Cartiabiano Jim Ryan Elsie Ryan Fred Pausch

SECRETARY’S REPORT by Steve Menker The November minutes were read. Lloyd Lehrer made a correction –he had not stated “solemn word” and the minutes should be amended accordingly.

TREASURER’S REPORT by David Holmes  As of 12/6/05, our total assets were $40,794 and November’s net income was a gain of $3.52.  The lack of e-bay sales has been impacting revenue. o Mike Cartiabiano asked whether we would continue to lose money without e-bay and Dave replied “yes.” o A general discussion of expenses ensued, especially soda fees.  Dave also noted that Verryl Fosnight resigned and his application fee was refunded.

1 ST VP REPORT by Derek Griffin  Bearpaw demolition has been completed  Volunteers needed for three projects. See also the stairwell white board and let Fred Pausch know your interests.  Work nights are 3rd, 4th & 5th Tuesdays, along with many Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays too.

 Superintendent of Construction Standard Gage by Fred Pausch – No report

 Superintendent of Construction Narrow Gage by Nick Barone  Nick showed a hand-laid turnout ladder built by Dick Allmon.  The Altura work is on hold until January. o Joint agreement with std. gage is required regarding benchwork related access issues.

2 ND VP REPORT by Jim Bright  The November 26 & 29 operating sessions went well.  Jim feels we are on the right road for operations.  Ron Varnell noted that many new members participated. Also members should call newer members to invite them to join you at work sessions too.

Committee reports: RULES - Andy Hunter – No report.

MEMBERSHIP - Nick Barone – No report.

ELECTRICAL - Bill Limburg/Allen Storey - No report DECEMBER 6, 2005 BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES Los Angeles Model Railroad Society

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OPENHOUSE CHAIR – Bob Santelli  Fred Pausch noted that the DCC efforts will conflict with the Open House.  Ron Varnell agreed, but was concerned regarding swap meet vendor participation  Nick Barone suggests substitution of a DCC symposium at the Hawthorne Library instead. Nick is to investigate further. ______Motion to cancel the April Open House:

Motion by Fred Pausch, second by Bob Santelli. Motion approved. ______

CLUB RELOCATION COMMITTEE – Ron Varnell – No report

BUILDING CHAIR – Mike Haasis – No report

WEBMASTER - Jim Bright – No report.

LIBRARIAN - Jim Ryan – No report.

FUNDRAISING CHAIR - Donn Sholty & Al Munson – No report.

CLUB ROLLING STOCK INVENTORY COMMITTEE - LA Roe- No report

SODA CHAIR – Dick Allmon – No report.

APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP OR UPGRADE - None

PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Lloyd Lehrer – No report

OLD BUSINESS – No report Five individual paper ballots were circulated for voting on the five Officer positions. The results were tallied by Ron Varnell, resulting in re-election of the current five officers. ______Motion to approve reelection of current five officers:

Motion by Dave Holmes, second by Derek Griffin. Motion approved. ______

OLD BUSINESS - DCC  Lloyd Lehrer distributed and reviewed the proposed costed DCC bill of materials. o Includes the Railroad & Company software – yes o Reverse loop modules missing – yes, need 3 for staging loop & 2 turntables – add $150 o Add 20 x $12 for facia mounted throttle holsters  An extended debate occurred regarding whether less than 8 club throttles should be purchased  Lloyd Lehrer noted that Allied provided the best deal on the purchase.  Mike Cartiabiano inquired which fund the expenditure would be made from. Dave Holmes replied the Ford fund.  Nick Barone felt that all members, including those not present, should have the opportunity to vote on a written ballot.

______Motion to table consideration of the DCC purchase:

Motion by Dave Holmes. Motion approved.

 Nick Barone will mail a Digitraxx order form to the membership

 Hawthorne confirmed that flexible electrical conduit is OK

NEW BUSINESS  The next business meeting will occur on January 10.

 Derek Griffin discussed the proposed Rock Springs improvements. o Dick Allmon asked why a girder bridge and not a trestle, which would look good with the narrow gauge. Derek responded that the narrow gauge bridge is front. o Mike Haasis will build the new bridge. ______Motion to Improve Rock Springs Track and Bridges. I move that the membership of LAMRS authorize the repair of the track at Rock Springs by removing the track, super-elevation and existing wooden trestle. Install new sub roadbed, a new plate girder bridge to replace the wooden trestle, and new track and ballast. Project cost approximately $137.00.

Motion by Derek Griffin, second by Mike Cartiabiano. Motion approved. ______

 Derek Griffin discussed the proposed Able Junction improvements. ______Motion to Realign Able Junction. I move that the membership of the LAMRS authorize the realignment, track additions and improvements to Able Junction as described in the drawing presented this evening. Project cost approximately $140.00.

o A discussion ensued regarding the drawing’s #8 crossovers vs. #10 or #12 crossovers.

Motion by Derek Griffin, second by Dave Holmes. Motion not approved. ______

Revised motion to Realign Able Junction. I move that the membership of the LAMRS authorize the realignment, track additions and improvements to Able Junction as described in the drawing presented this evening, and with custom turnouts greater than #8 sized to fit. Project cost not to exceed $200.00.

o A discussion ensued regarding the drawing’s #8 crossovers vs. #10 or #12 crossovers.

Motion by David Holmes, second by Ron Varnell. Motion +approved. ______

 Dave Holmes proposed improvements to the rules to the rules. o Dave noted that Nick Barone opposed the board removing members from their positions at their whim. o Dave noted that the Superintendent of Construction should his position for longer than one year for continuity. o Dave was about to make a motion, but desires to consider it further.

 Ron Varnell proposes that the Officer Installation meeting be held at Mulligan’s Golf Course. o Location in Torrance on Sepulveda, between Western and Normandie. o Batting cages, go-carts, laser-tag, golf, casino and more!! o Cost $15 per person. o Whether alcohol is allowable is unknown. o A straw poll indicated approval. o Date is Sunday, January 15 1PM. To be confirmed.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – No Report  Check for $5,000 for narrow gauge per prior motion was received.  Santa Susanna RR club DCC & operating session to be held Saturday 12-10-05.

GOOD OF THE ORDER – No report

The meeting adjourned at 9:40 PM.

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