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NCRS NORTH CENTRAL CHAPTER Dave Murphy Editor 279 Lily Pond Lane Vadnais Heights, MN 55127

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October to December 2016 EDITION

A happy holiday season to all NCRS members and their families. We wish you all a prosperous New Year.

Reflecting on 2016, here are the highlights and milestones that stand out from this past year.  Our annual winter gathering was held at Mancini’s in March. That’s always a fun event and a nice way to get our members and spouses together in celebration of our friendship and camaraderie. Thanks to Don O’Grady for planning such a great event.  Our chapter hosted another successful regional judging meet in May, again in Rochester, Minn. Chris Enstrom and his crew put in lots of long hours to pull off a successful event. Great Job! We had several 1966 Corvettes that drove down from the Cities in a caravan to kick off the event and it wrapped up with a festive dinner where awards were presented. We had five new Master Judges who received their hats this year.  We lost a club member in August – Dave Martin. His wife, Arlene, told us that Dave got one last ride in his Corvette from the church to the cemetery. Our thoughts are with Arlene and Dave’s family during this holiday season.  We held a fall judging event in August at Steve Hendrickson’s facility in Long Lake, Minn. where we judged some very nice cars.

At our annual meeting, our members elected a new Vice President, Miles Alden. Thank you to Mike Lyddy for his past service.

Now on to 2017! We’re excited about our chapter’s participation in the World of Wheels being held March 17 – 19 at the new U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis. We are looking for members who are willing to display their car at this event. The board will make the final selection of one car for each generation (C1 through C7) for the display.

Contact Alden Miles at armiles1226@yahoo.com before January 15 if you’re interested. Besides being fun to see all of the cars at the show, it will be a great opportunity to promote our chapter.

Also, our Southern neighbors – Iowa Heartland – will be hosting a regional judging meet May 4 – 6 in Newton, Iowa (suburb of Des Moines). This is very close to us if you are looking for a regional top flight award.

Take care. Happy New Year!

2017 NORTH CENTRAL CHAPTER BOARD Rick Zierhut – President

Jan.

Alden Miles – Vice President Roger Carlson – Treasurer

Chris Enstrom – Judging Chair

6:30PM 9AM

Wed/Sat 11-14 Feb.

Mike Kittle – Secretary Jerome Lardy – Membership Chairman

Thurs. 5 Fri 6 Sat. 21

Thurs. 2 Sat. 18 Sat. 25

March Thurs. 2 Sat. 18 Fri. 31

Board meeting Deadline for Chapter Dues 2017 Tech Session or Judging School, site TBA Winter Regional-,Lakeland, Florida

6:30PM 9AM 6PM

Board Meeting Chapter Meeting & Tech Session, site TBA Holiday Social at Mancinis’

7PM 8AM

Board Meeting Chapter General Meeting Deadline for Crossed Flags articles – to Dave Murphy

April

Don O’Grady – Activities Director

Thur/Sat 6-8 Thurs. 6 Sat. 22 Sat. 22

May

Dave Murphy – Newsletter Editor

Thurs. 4 6:30PM Thurs./Sat. 4-6

Board Meeting Heartland Regional, Newton,Iowa

June

Thurs. 1 Sat. 17 Fri 30

6:30PM 8AM

Board Meeting Judging School Deadline for Crossed Flags articles – to Dave Murphy

July

Thurs. 6 Thur/Sat Sun/Thur

6:30PM 6-8 9-13

Board Meeting Road Tour to National Convention NCRS NATIONAL CONVENTION, San Antonio, Tex-

Bob Lund – Tech Director

Nick Kornder – Web site and Facebook Master Will Zierhut – Assistant Judging Chairman Paul Burski – Member at Large

as

6:30PM 5PM 9AM

Western Regional – Laughlin,Nevada Board Meeting, Spring Social Dinner – Old Mexico, Roseville,MN Tech Session or Judging School, site TBA

Aug.

Thurs. 3 6:30PM Sun/Tue 10-12 Sat. 12 8AM

Board Meeting Pittsburg Tri-State Regional Altoona, PA Chapter Judging Meet – Long Lake,MN

Sept.

Thurs. 7 6:30PM Thurs./Sat. 7-9 Sat. 16 9AM Sat. 30

Board Meeting Northwest Regional Redmond,Washington Tech Session or Judging School, site TBA Deadline for Crossed Flags articles – to Dave Murphy

Oct.

Thurs. 5 7PM Sat. 21 9AM Wed/Fri 25-27

Board & Chapter Meeting, ANNUAL ELECTION Tech Session or Judging School, site TBA Texas Regional – Frisco TX

Nov.

Thurs. 2

Board Meeting

Dec.

Sat.

31

6:30PM

Deadline for Crossed Flags articles – to Dave Murphy

The World of Wheels Car show is coming on March 17-19, 2017 at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

The North Central NCRS Chapter will be having a club display at this event highlighting cars from each of the seven Corvette generations. We are looking for members that are willing to display their car at this event. The North Central NCRS Board of Directors will make the final selection of one C1-C7 for the display. The club will pick up the cost of the Entry Fee. Each owner will receive two free passes for the entire show. We may ask owners to help cover our club display table during the show. Owners will be responsible for driving or trailering their car to and from the show. Anyone interested in displaying their car, please contact Alden Miles at armiles1226@yahoo.com no later than January 15, 2017 with your name, Corvette year and color.

We had one new member join our chapter since the last newsletter.

Jeff Wilhlem resides in J amestown, ND and hear d about our chapter from some mutual friends. Jeff has owned his black ’56 two top Corvette for 49 years.

He also has a ’66 roadster which he has owned for 35 years. Jeff’s latest Corvette is a yellow ’73 that he states is all original. A picture of this car was on our Facebook page in November if you have not checked it out in a while. ****************************************************************** Thinking back over 2016, I want to remember Dave Martin who passed away in August. Dave was a kind man and our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to Arlene and the Martin family during this holiday season. ******************************************************************

Please make sure to renew your chapter membership for 2017 if you have not already done so. Information can be found in this newsletter.

I hope you had a wonderful holiday season as we look forward to an exciting year in 2017.

Jerome Lardy Membership Chairman

Thank you to all the chapter members who have already renewed their dues for 2017.

If you have not renewed your membership for next year, can you please do so at this time.

To receive a hard copy of the newsletter, the dues are $35.00. You will need to renew using the renewal form provided.

If you choose to receive the newsletter via email, the dues are $25.00 and you have two payment options. You can either use the renewal form provided or you can renew online using the NCRS website at www.ncrs.org . Sign in using your name and membership number such as John Doe (77777) and your password.

Hold the cursor over the Join tab and click on Local Chapters from the drop down link.

Click on the Join Renew Chapter Membership icon to the left of the North Central Chapter listing.

This should bring you to the page showing the North Central Chapter.

You have the option to pay for more than one year if you so choose.

Click on the Next button once you have made your decision.

The Payment Details page explains that you can either pay through your PayPal account or you can pay using a credit card.

Click on the Pay button.

This will bring you to the page where you make your payment choice.

Either click on the Log in to PayPal button or the Pay with Debit or Credit Card button.

Choosing the Pay with Debit or Credit Card button brings you to the page where you fill in your credit card and billing information.

You will receive a confirmation email that the transaction was successful and I will receive an email that you made the payment.

If you have any troubles, please let me know and I will be glad to help you out.

I look forward to seeing you at one of our many upcoming events this year.

I wish you the best of luck and good health in the New Year.

Jerome Lardy NCRS North Central Chapter Membership Chairman

Dues Renewal Time!

The year is coming to a close and it is time to renew your membership dues for 2017.

The North Central Chapter board is keeping the dues at the same low price as last year.

Dues are $25.00 if you choose to receive the Crossed Flags newsletter via the internet or $35.00 if you prefer a hard copy mailed to you. The hard copy price reflects the actual cost to print and mail the newsletter.

Remit your 2017 dues to North Central Chapter NCRS and send to: Jerome Lardy, 788 Trotters Ridge, Eagan, MN 55123. ( ) I am sending $25.00 dues and elect to receive the Crossed Flags newsletter via the internet. ( ) I am sending $35.00 dues and elect to receive the Crossed Flags newsletter via hard copy mailed to me. I will also receive email notification of a new issue.

In order to keep our database up to date, please let me know if your address, phone number, email address or Corvette(s) you own have changed.

Name: __________________________________________________ Updates: _______________________________________________ You may also email those updates to me at jeromemn@msn.com Thanks for your continued support of the NCRS North Central Chapter!

Jerome Lardy Membership Chairman

NORTH CENTRAL CHAPTER

Annual Winter Social Please come and join us for an evening of fun on Feb 25 Social Hr 6 pm, Dinner at 7 pm Mancini’s Char House 531 West 7th Street St Paul MN Name_________________________ Phone ______________ Guest _______________________________________________ Our choice of Meal $25.00 ea Char Broiled 8 oz Filet Char Broiled Kabob Broiled Walleye Total $ _____

RSVP by Feb 18th Send your check (payable to North Central Chapter NCRS) To Don O’Grady dwogrady@q.com 3770 South Hills Ct Eagan MN 55123 Phone 651 454-7428

Reserve the date. April 22 Saturday at 5 PM RSVP To Don O’Grady by April 2

dwogrady@q.com 3770 South Hills Ct Eagan MN 55123 Phone 651 454-7428

Pete Huenisch asked for the chapters help in preparing for the removal of the motor in his ’69 Corvette. One of the cylinders is shot so Pete is going to have the engine rebuilt. 11 members showed up with tools and energy to burn. Removing the radiator was probably the most difficult task but it was completed successfully.

The engine was ready to pull at the end of the tech session.

Pete would like to thank everybody that helped out.

Jason Alt hosted a tech session at Auto Vault Premier Storage in Eagan. The project was to remove and replace the radiator on Jason’s C2 Corvette. When the 17 members were not working they could admire the other collector and exotic cars being stored there. It was a nice venue for a tech session.

October 6, 2016 Board Members Present: Rick Zierhut, Paul Burski, Roger Carlson, Chris Enstrom, Mike Kittle, Nick Kornder, Jerome Lardy, Dave Murphy, Don O’Grady Board Members Absent: Mike Lyddy, Bob Lund, Will Zierhut Others Members Present: David and Jeanne Cloutier, Jeff Henry, Steve Hudak, Andrew Piazza, John Ulrich Meeting held at Old World Pizza in Inver Grove.

Rick called the meeting to order.

• Open Discussion from Floor – None • Minutes from the September 8th, 2016 meeting were approved as written by Mike Kittle.

• The Chapter Board Election for the term January 1 st, 2017 through December 31st, 2017, was the major topic for the night.

Mike Kittle presented a review of the process and steps that took place from August 9th to October 6th at the board meeting.

Election Process Review: Initial Announcement Letter regarding the Chapter Board Election and sign up for Board Positions sent to all members August 9th, 2016.

Sent by Mike Kittle Reminder letter for Chapter Board Election and sign up for Board Positions sent to all members August 27th, 2016. Sent by Mike Kittle Two responses received: Alden Miles and Dave Murphy. No other responses from members as of August 31st, 2016 at midnight Ballot created by Mike Kittle for Board review at September 8th , 2016 Board Meeting Ballot to be sent to all members for voting purpose by Mike Kittle after Board approval September 9th, 2016, with on line voting close date o September 28th, 2016, Reminder letter for Chapter Board Election Voting sent by Mike Kittle to all members October 20th.

Total of 23 completed ballots received and results tabulated. Results presented at October 2016 board meeting.

Additionally, four members attended the October 6 th board meeting and votes were added to the on line tabulation.

Election Results: President – Rick Zierhut Vice President – Alden Miles Treasurer – Roger Carlson Membership Chairman – Jerome Lardy Judging Chairman – Chris Enstrom Judging Assistant – Will Zierhut Tech Director – Bob Lund Newsletter Editor – Dave Murphy Activities Chairman – Don O’Grady Webmaster – Nick Kornder Member at Large – Paul Burski Secretary – Mike Kittle

Official Sponsor of NCRS North Central Chapter Judging Meet

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Thanks to all chapter members that participated in the election voting process!

•Treasurer's Report – Roger Carlson – Roger reported that we have switched the chapter credit card over to a Visa Rewards credit card in order to maximize funds. Roger updated that since the switch over to the new rewards card the chapter has earned over $50 which has been added to the checking account.

Previous to the board meeting, Roger sent a proposed yearend financial presentation for board members for review to be utilized at the upcoming February 17th, 2017, general chapter meeting.

Motion was made and passed to use the presentation that Roger had provided. Roger will update the financial statement with up to date numbers.

•Judging Report -- Chris Enstrom – Chris reported that the judging / tech school which was held at Dave Murphy’s house in late September was not only successful but also beneficial for all who attended. Two cars that had gone through the Flight Judging in August were further reviewed for what the next steps would be based off of the judging sheets and practical / financial impact to the owners.

Chris updated all that no other events are planned for the balance of the year.

Chris did request that the board consider conducting two chapter judging meets for 2017 since no Regional event is planned. Motion was made and passed to hold two chapter events in 2017, one spring and one fall event. Chris will follow up with possible venues for the two events and will report back to the board at the upcoming November meeting.

•Website Report -- Nick Kornder - Nick has updated both the chapter web and Facebook pages with the October MOM as well needed / requested updates to the web site.

•Newsletter Report -- Dave Murphy – Dave reported that the 3rd quarter chapter newsletter has been reviewed by the board and is now to be forwarded to all chapter members. Dave will work with Nick to send out immediately.

•Membership Report – Jerome Lardy – Jerome updated all that we did not have any new members sign up during the month.

Chapter membership stands at 133 strong.

•Tech Report -- Bob Lund – was absent due to his daughter’s wedding. Congratulation Bob! •Activities Report -- Don O'Grady – Don updated that despite inclement weather, six cars did show up for the Fall Wine Vineyard cruise. Don has already begun planning for our spring 2017 event.

• Member at Large – Paul Burski – Paul reported that the October M.O.M., which features Mike Carroll and his 1965 Rally Red Roadster have been sent to all members. Nick has posted the article to the chapter web page.

•Old Business – Please refer to the Chapter Election.

•New Business - Rick Zierhut update all that the chapter made a donation to the NCRS Foundation in memory of David Martin.

•Meeting was adjourned.

November 17, 2016 Board Members Present: Rick Zierhut, Paul Burski, Roger Carlson, Chris Enstrom, Mike Lyddy, Mike Kittle, Nick Kornder, Jerome Lardy, Bob Lund, Alden Miles, Dave Murphy, Don O’Grady Board Members Absent: Will Zierhut Others Members Present: Mark Lyddy Meeting held at Old World Pizza in Inver Grove.

Rick called the meeting to order.

• Open Discussion from Floor – None • Minutes from the October 6, 2016 meeting were approved as written by Mike Kittle.

•Treasurer's Report – Roger Carlson – Roger updated the group that the chapter has several CD’s coming due at various dates through the first quarter. Roger requested the board’s approval to allow him to renew these upon due date. Motion was made and passed for Roger to renew each.

Roger reported that an audit of the chapter financials has been completed and a copy has been provided to each board member.

•Judging Report -- Chris Enstrom – Chris reported that he has locked in the date of August 12th, for a fall chapter judging meet that will be held at Steve Hendrickson’s facility in Long Lake.

Chris is continuing to work on a venue and date for a spring chapter judging meet and will update all on progress.

Chris did remind all that the closest regional event scheduled for 2017 will be the “Heartland Regional” that will be held on May 4 – 6, in Newton, Iowa. Many of the board members expressed interest in attending and helping at the event and Chris will provide info to the Iowa Chapter.

•Website Report -- Nick Kornder - Nick continues to make enhancements to our chapter web and Facebook sites. Nick updated all that the November Member of the Month and Happy Birthday Wish are posted and have been sent to all members.

•Newsletter Report -- Dave Murphy – Dave is currently working on the 4th quarter newsletter and has already received information from club members requesting to post parts for sale.

Dave updated all that he currently receives newsletters from all other NCRS Chapters. Dave asked the board if we would like to provide the links to the newsletters to chapter members so they can see what is happening in other parts of the country. All thought this was a great idea and Dave and Nick will work together to develop a process for distribution.

•Membership Report – Jerome Lardy – Jerome reported that we did not add any new members during the month of October into November. Chapter membership currently stands at 132.

Jerome updated all that he will be sending out notification to all members regarding chapter dues renewal for 2017 in the coming days. Motion was made and passed to keep the dues at $25 and $35 for members receiving newsletters in hard copy.

•Tech Report -- Bob Lund – Bob updated all that several members were able to attend the dyno tech session at Competition Engine in Egan on November 11th. Bob is currently working with several members who have expressed interest in having a dyno test done on their engines and will work to schedule tech sessions for coming months.

Bob reported that we had a great hand’s on tech session November 12th, hosted by Jason Alt at the Auto Vault in Eagan. Members that attended helped remove and replace the radiator on Jason’s vette. As an added plus, members attending were able to see some really fabulous cars – Ferrari’s, Lamborghini, McLaren and Bentley’s.

Bob has sent out a memo to all members regarding a tech session to held November 19th that will be hosted by Pete Heunisch.

Plans are to prep Pete’s 1969 for an engine removal. This will be another “Hands On” event and Bob is requesting as many members as possible to attend.

•Activities Report -- Don O'Grady – Don updated all that the date for the Winter Social which will be held at Mancini’s restaurant in St. Paul is set for February 25th. Motion was made and passed to raise the cost of the dinner to $25 per person to reduce the amount of chapter contributions in future years. Motion was made and passed to provide up to $200 to Don to purchase door prizes for the event in an effort to increase attendance at the event.

• Member at Large – Paul Burski – Paul reported that the November MOM which features Doug Jolstad’s collection of BIG BLOCK 69’s has been sent out to all members and Nick has posted it to the chapter web and Facebook pages. Paul is currently working on MOM’s for December and January.

•Old Business – Roger Carlson updated all that the Paragon Corvette Rewards Program, which the chapter participates in, is coming due for 2016. Roger will update the board when the reward

from Paragon is received. Plans are to utilize the reward as door prizes to be given at chapter events.

•New Business Alden Miles suggested that the board utilize the financial information for 2015 & 2016 provided by Roger Carlson to begin building a 2017 budget. Roger will resend the financial info to all board members for review so a budget can be developed.

Alden also suggested that the board consider conducting a survey with all members to seek information as to what types of things/ events that the members would like to see the chapter do. Mike Kittle and Dave Murphy will draft a set of survey questions for the board to review before sending out to the membership.

Motion was made and passed to move the date for the upcoming annual members meeting from February 18th, 2017, to March 18th, 2017.

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