Blue Knights of the Four Corners
Meeting 6-15-08
Our meeting was opened by President Charlie Taylor, at the P&D grocery in “downtown” Mancos, CO at 3:00 p.m., with the pledge of allegiance and an opening prayer.
Members present were: Charlie Taylor, Skip Amos, Randy Pennington, Jim Wilson, Gary Gardner, and Mike Marston .
The treasurer’s report was handed out to members attending, which showed us still in the black.
A July ride is being planned for the second Saturday in July, to Vallecito Lake with a meeting during lunch.
Cortez riders will be leaving from Shooters World at 8:00 am and will meet up with the Durango riders at Santa Rita Park at 9:00 a.m. From there we’ll ride to the Vallecito area, which should be very pretty this time of the year. Skip volunteered to find us a place to eat lunch.
No other announcements or business was found noteworthy and the meeting was adjourned just prior to 4:00 p.m.
Michael J. Marston
Secretary
Blue Knights
Colorado Chapter VII
Meeting 4-5-08
The meeting was opened by President Charlie Taylor, after a beautiful ride to Gouldings Trading Post, Utah.
Five members were in attendance.
One guest from the Durango Fire Dept. one quest from the City of Durango General Services Department, had joined the ride and were welcomed.
The pledge of allegiance was dispensed with because of the inability of members to stand.
Dues for the year 2008 were discussed. Members that haven’t paid their 2008 dues need to do so as soon as possible.
The application for membership of Charles Wilson was announced, voted on and approved.
VP Parsons reminded us of the Special Olympics ride on May 18, starting at the Durango Harley shop.
A ride in June was discussed, with one suggestion of making a loop run from Mancos to the Farmington area back up thru Durango. A June ride is open to any suggestions the members might have and will be discussed at the next meeting (to be announced).
Meeting was adjourned at 1:15 p.m.
Michael J. Marston
Secretary
Blue Knights
Colorado Chapter VII
Four Corners
Meeting 2-17-08
The meeting was opened at 4:00 pm, by President Charlie Taylor at the P&D Deli in Mancos, CO, with five members in attendance. Marston, Parsons, B. Bouslaugh, D. Bouslaugh, Taylor
President Charlie Taylor opened in usual form with a reminder for members to be sure and get their 2008 dues taken care of.
No current financial report was available; however Charlie Taylor advised that the bank balance was OK. And that the bill for the BK website had been taken care of.
VP Geary Parsons, reminded members of the upcoming “Special Olympics” ride on the Third Sunday in May. This ride will (weather permitting) start at Durango Harley and follow the “Skyway Loop”. More information can be obtained by contacting Geary.
A ride was planned in April, which will form up at the “Big R” parking lot in Cortez at 8:30 a.m., we will ride to Gouldings Store in Utah for lunch. This sounds like a chance to get to some warmer weather, and should be a beautiful ride. You’ll want to bring your cameras I’m sure. Ride captain for this ride will be Geary.
Our March meeting will again be at the P&D Deli in Mancos on March 16th, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
Michael J. Marston
Secretary
Meeting 1-20-2008
Our meeting was opened by President Michael Easterday at 4:00 p.m. at the Mexicana Fiesta in Cortez, CO; with 5 Knights in attendance.
Michael Easterday presented a letter of resignation as President of the Four Corners Chapter due to conflicting work schedules, and proposed Charlie Taylor and he switch places with Charlie Taylor acting as President and himself acting as Treasurer for the year 2008. This proposal was seconded by Mike Marston, and approved by all members in attendance. Michael advised that he had also gotten the approval of ten other members prior to the meeting for this proposal.
This motion was made, seconded and approved by all members present, and by the ten proxy votes, previously obtained by Michael Easterday.
The treasures report was read, approved and seconded.
It was announced by general agreement that our next meeting will be held on February 17, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. in Mancos, CO, at the P&D Grocery/Deli in Mancos, CO.
A motion was made and seconded the meeting be adjourned. This motion was seconded and approved. Meeting was adjourned at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Michael J. Marston
Secretary
Minutes of the 11-17-07
Our meeting was opened at the Serious about Texas BBQ in Durango, at 11:00, following a nice lunch, with seven members in attendance. In the absence of Michael Easterday, the meeting was led by Geary Parsons.
The minutes for the October meeting were read and approved.
Gary Gardner provided an agenda for a ride to visit the area nursing homes. Dates for the ride are December 8, 2007 with members meeting at Fiesta Mexicana at 9:00 and visiting four area nursing homes. On December 15, 2007 we will finish up by visiting the remainder of the area homes.
Please wear you vests and a Santa hat. Should be an interesting couple of mornings.
Geary Parsons announced that this years A.B.A.T.E ride will be on 11-25-07 bring a toy of 10 dollar value or a ten dollar donation. If you’re riding meet at the Fun Center on East 160, in Durango between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (Coffee and Donuts available) The VFW will begin their chili lunch at noon.
And on 12-19-07, at 6:00 a.m. the shop with cop program will begin at Wal-Mart in Durango.
Mike Marston asked members to consider the possibility of having our meetings in Mancos in the future, which might make it easier for more members to attend. This was tabled until we can get more input.
With those limited announcements, the meeting was adjourned.
Michael J. Marston
Secretary
Minutes of Meeting 10-28-07
Michael Easterday opened the meeting at the Cortez Cattle Company with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Michael advised that we now have to file a report as a non-profit organization with the IRS on a individual club basis, beginning 2008, advised that we have to revote on Honorary Members, and reminded us that our dues are forthcoming. Michael asked if everyone would pay their dues prior to the first of the year, so that he could get a check off to the Blue Knights.
Michael advised that he had approved a fifty dollar donation to the memorial of CSP Officer Mark Dolt of Durango, who recently passed away in a tragic motorcycle accident. That announcement was without objection.
The minutes of the meeting on 7-22-07 were read and approved.
There was discussion with a motion and seconded that the Knights will participate in the A.B.A.T.E program on 11-25-07 at the VFW in Durango. Participation will include either a $10.00 donation or a toy of ten dollar value.
There was also discussion on the possibility of the Knights visiting the area Nursing homes as a charitable event. The Gardner’s are going to check into possible dates for something of this nature.
The possibility of donating labor or donated materials to Habitat for Humanity was also discussed. Habitat for Humanity is just getting organized in Montezuma County, and more information will be forthcoming.
The possibility of collecting and donating food, (in lieu of a toy run) to needy families or needy senior citizens in the Cortez Area was also discussed.
A ride and meeting was planned for 11-17-07 beginning at the Texas BBQ restaurant in Durango.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m. with nine members in attendance.
Minutes of Meeting 7-22-07
Michael Easterday opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Charley Taylor led the group in prayer.
Roll was taken with the following members attending, many with their spouses.
Michael Easterday, Aleta Walker, Jim Wilson, Tony Archuleta, Dave Bouslaugh, Robert Bouslaugh, Gary Garner, Randy Pennington, Charlie Taylor, Geary Parsons, Mike Marston, Richard Sims, Tyler Phillips., Tom Quinnette, Skip Amos
Dennis Spruell and Mike Marston had asked to swap jobs, which was discussed and approved. Dennis Spruell will now serve as Sergeant at Arms, and Mike Marston will serve as secretary.
Tyler Phillips is planning an overnight trip to Ouray, CO for the Blue Knights August ride, dates and times to be announced.
The Treasures report was read and approved by Randy Pennington, seconded by Gary Garner. The motion carried.
Minutes of the June meeting were not available.
A discussion followed concerning the approval of an Honorary Membership for David T. Walker. And a motion was made by Michael Easterday to approve this membership, which was seconded by Charlie Taylor. The motion carried.
Several suggestions for our Chapter letterhead were passed around, for possible use for Thank you notes, and other letters of business concerning our local chapter.
Under Old business:
Ride Capt. Randy Pennington, requested everyone update their emergency information and turn the information into him.
Randy also requested any pics available be given to him for the Four Corners Blue Knights scrap book.
Michael Easterday announced that Blue knights T-shirts will be available for $15.00 and pins are still available.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m with a motion by Randy Pennington, and seconded by Charlie Taylor.
Approx. 22 hungry people then enjoyed a nice barbeque hosted by Michael and his wife.
June 2007
Blue Knights of the Four Corners
6-10-07
Mike Easterday opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Charley Taylor, Chaplain, gave the prayer.
Mike Easterday welcomed Travis Spruell, son of Dennis Spruell.
Mike Easterday talked about Skip Edgar coming in to our club. Skip met our club at the April meeting in Bayfield at Tequila's.. He was told that there was not an active Blue Knight Chapter in the area.
Mike Easterday discussed membership. Need members from Farmington, New Mexico and other area in the Four Corners.
Mike Easterday passed around the roll call sheet for those present.
Secretary Charley Taylor handed out minutes of 5-20-07 and they were
posted by Geary Parsons on the Blue Knight web page. Skip Edgar
moved to accept the minutes and Dennis Spruell seconded. Motion passed.
Charley gave the Treasurers report. Copies of the report were handed out. Randy Pennington made motion to accept the Treasurers Report, seconded by Skip Edgar and motion passed.
Randy Pennington still getting emergency information for the rides.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mike Marston stated the Knights were welcome at Blonde's place.
Mike Easterday stated Charley needed a relief from the work of Secretary/Treasurer, Chaplain and doing Safety Reports. Mike Easterday made motion to make Dennis Spruell the new Secretary. Mike Marston seconded the motion, and the motion passed.
Mike Easterday discussed 50/50 draw. Draw was performed and Charley Taylor won and split pot with the Knights. Charley split went to tip the waitress with other Knights putting money in to help.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mike Easterday discussed the By-Laws Committee.
Charley Taylor stated that we can get and put in information about the Durango area at www.durango.org.
July meeting will be on July 22nd at Mike Easterday home in Dolores at 4 PM. He will send out directions to his house.
No Board meeting this month, but will wait and have the meeting at Mike Easterday's home.
Mike Easterday asked for any further discussion or business. No member had a comment.
Skip Edgar made motion to adjourn, seconded by Randy Pennington.
Motion passed.
Charley Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer
May 2007
Blue Knights of the Four Corners
May 20th 2007
The group met at the Galloping Goose restaurant, Ridgway, CO during the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR). The restaurant was very full, so it was very hard to hear anyone.
12:40: Newly appointed Vice President, Geary Parsons called the meeting to order and dispensed with the pledge and prayer due to the noise.
Michael Easterday wasn’t able to make the ride/meeting due to his wife having an accident, our prayers are with her and Michael .
Present: Charlie Taylor, Bob Bouslaugh, Dave Allmon, Dave Bouslaugh, Tom Quinnett, Skip and Tony Archuleta.
Charlie handed out minutes from the last meeting. There was an amendment under old business paragraph 8, which stated, “Geary Parsons discussed getting information and pictures to our Sergeant of Arms Mike Marston for our web site.” It was changed to “Geary Parsons discussed getting information and pictures to him of Sergeant of Arms Mike Marston for our web site.”
Bob Bouslaugh moved to accept the minutes with the change, seconded by Dave Bouslaugh motion passed.
Treasurer’s report was handed out by Charlie Taylor.
New Business:
Due to Aleta Walker’s busy schedule she asked Michael Easterday if she could become a board member. Geary explained to everyone that he was a board member and asked by Mike Easterday to fill the position of vice president, so the switch was approved by officers and board members.
Gilbert Perales from Pagosa Springs P.D., who rode with us that day for the LETR, said he was considering joining the Knights.
Old Business:
It was bought up that the June 10th ride; everyone is to meet at the Big R store in Cortez and not the City Park. Geary said he would correct the web site.
13:05: Motion to adjourn by Charlie T. second by Bob B. motion passed
Short meeting due to the weather as it was stormy and raining off and on. But for the most part it was a great Ride.
April 2007
Blue Knights of the Four Corners
4-22-07
Mike Easterday opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Charley Taylor, Chaplain, gave the prayer.
Mike Easterday passed around the roll call sheet for those present.
Secretary Charley Taylor handed out minutes of 3-11-07. Bob Bouslaugh moved to accept the minutes and David Bouslaugh seconded.
Motion passed.
Mike Easterday discussed the Grand Junction Chapter and stated there was not a report from them. Farmington, N.M. officers did not show at this meeting and Mike suggested we not go to Farmington for the May meeting.
Mike Easterday stated he has white Blue Knight long sleeve T-shirts for sale at $15. He does have artwork to order more shirts.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mike Marston stated our June ride will be June 10th at noon in Cortez.
We will meet at the Big R (old K-Mart) by McDonald's. Mountain Ute Casino will give us a break on food.
Geary Parsons gave report on the May 20th ride to start at Durango
Harley Davidson 10 am until 6 pm Law Enforcement Torch Run. Durango, Co. to Ridgeway, Co. for lunch, then around the San Juan Skyway Loop.
Pamphlet attached to minutes.
OLD BUSINESS:
Bob Bouslaugh discussed other Blue Knights for Labor Day. No other knights have responded to our request for help.
Mike Easterday discussed Big Bear Conference. Pamphlet attached.
Geary Parsons stated that we have not been together long enough to nominate Knight of the Year.
Get emergency information to ride Captain Randy Pennington today.
Mike Easterday stated Jennie is not going to Red Mountain, but to Indiana and Jim Wilson is in Denver, Co.
Mike Easterday discussed Monticello and Moab. Moab joined Salt Lake City Chapter.
Bob Bouslaugh discussed July 4th parade.
Charley Taylor stated that we can get and put in information about the Durango area at www.durango.org. Copy in information attached to minutes.
Geary Parsons discussed getting information and pictures to him of Sergeant of Arms Mike Marston for our web site.
May meeting will be on the May 20th Ride and the June meeting will be set up at the May 20th meeting.
Mike Marston made motion to adjourn, seconded by Geary Parsons.
Motion passed.
Charley Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer
March 2007
Blue Knights of the Four Corners
3-11-07
Mike Easterday opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Charley Taylor, Chaplain, gave the prayer.
Mike introduced Dennis Spruell.
Roll call of members was performed by Charley Taylor. Michael Easterday, Robert Bouslaugh, Randy Pennington, Charley Taylor, Aleta
Walker, David Bouslaugh, Mike Marston and Jim Wilson were present.
The spouses along with four new members were present.
Michael Easterday discussed new pins. Mike Marston made motion to orders pins, seconded by Aleta Walker. Motion passed.
Mike Marston introduced Mat Buffington, Elbert McLaughlin, David Allmon and Clay Worchester.
Charley gave discussion about the February 11, 2002 minutes. Minutes were sent to everyone by e-mail or made available to members. Minutes were available at the meeting for the members. Aleta Walker made motion to accept the February minutes, seconded by Mike Marston and motion passed.
Charley gave the Treasurers report. Copies were e-mailed to members and copies were available at the meeting for members.
Bob Bouslaugh gave a report about the Pine River Rally. Bob needs to
know how many want to work the Rally, especially retired officers.
Michael will put out information to other Blue Knight Chapters to help. This could be a fund raiser for our chapter. Knights will be used in a supervisory capacity.
Meeting suspended by Michael Easterday so we could eat.
Back from Dinner.
David Allmon will do the May ride.
Michael Easterday passed out By-laws.
Michael Easterday discussed the need for a Sergeant-of-Arms. Aleta Walker made to make Mike Marston the Sergeant-of-Arms. Seconded by David Bouslaugh and motion passed.
End old business.
New Business:
Bob Bouslaugh discussed A.B.A.T.E.'s April 28th poker run. Check A.B.A.T.E.'s website for details to raise funds for deceased Peggy Fleming hit head-on.
Mike Marston discussed raffles. A license is needed to hold a raffle.
Michael Easterday will get with someone that has a license. David Allmon thought Sheriff's Posse has a license. David will check.
Bob Bouslaugh will get information on the Bayfield Parade July 4th.
Michael Easterday told Charley Taylor to get information on Durango Parades.
Mike Easterday discussed setting up a Poker run and asked who wants to set one up?
Geary Parsons and Bob Bouslaugh will get together on a poker run.
Bob Bouslaugh has an idea of a project for the money obtained from fund raisers. The Fallen Motorcycle Memorial. Sculptor will need money before work begins.
Michael Easterday discussed getting other chapters up here for a ride.
Bob Bouslaugh discussed the need for equipment members might need.
List was passed around for members to put down what they have that might assist another Knight. Trailers, Trucks, equipment, etc. that might help a Knight in emergencies.
Michael Easterday made a motion that all new members be voted in, seconded by Jim Wilson and motion passed.
Michael Easterday discussed about getting emergency information to Ride Captain Randy Pennington. Needs to be turned into Randy by the April meeting.
Safety Meeting: Randy Pennington passed out ride signals.
Our April 22nd Meeting will be at Tequila's of Bayfield or Christina's. David Bouslaugh will check on Tequila's.
Bob Bouslaugh made motion to adjourn, seconded by David Bouslaugh and motion passed.
Charley Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer
February 2007
Blue Knights of the Four Corners
Mike Easterday opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Charley Taylor, Chaplain, gave the prayer.
Roll call of members was performed by Charley Taylor. Michael Easterday, Geary
Parsons, Randy Pennington, Tyler Phillips, Charley Taylor, Aleta Walker, and Jim
Wilson were present. The spouses along with two new members, Mike Marston and
Tony Archuleta, were present.
Mike Easterday stated his wife, Glenda, was sick with the flu.
New Members: Mike Easter day introduced Mike Marston, retired 32 year veteran of
the Cortez Police Department, and Geary Parsons introduced Anthony (Tony)
Archuleta, Sergeant of the Durango Police Department.
Mike discussed the Labor Day Cortez Rally, not the Bradshaw Rally. E-mail from
Bob Bouslaugh will be attached to the minutes. Geary Parsons explained the
Rally. Members of all the Chamber of Commerce will be involved. Every chamber
will have functions at their respective facilities.
Geary made motion to Table the discussion about the Rally until next meeting.
Seconded by Randy Pennington. Vote passed.
Geary discussed our web site which will cost $108 a year. A brochure and
information was passed round about the web site.
Break for Dinner.
Back from Dinner.
Jim Wilson made motion to have a web site, seconded by Aleta Walker. Vote
passed.
Mike gave a discussion and passed information around about name tags.
Mike made motion to accept minutes of January meeting, seconded by Jim Wilson.
Motion passed.
Tyler Phillips made motion to accept Treasurer's report, seconded by Geary
Parsons. Motion passed.
Mike gave a discussion about using Vectra Bank.
Mike gave a discussion and need for fund raisers. Will discuss more next
month. Charley suggested a poker-run.
Randy passed out a hat for the ride raffle.
O would be for not having to assign a ride.
April- Randy Pennington ?
May-
June- Mike Marston
July- Tyler Phillips
August- Geary Parsons
September- Geary Parsons
October- Tony Archuleta
Geary Parsons made a motion to accept Tony Archuleta and Mike Marston. Seconded
by Aleta Walker. Motion passed.
Mike discussed Safety Officer. National requires a safety report at every
meeting. Geary stated one of his officers is a Motorcycle Safety Association
instructor. Geary will check with her to get safety programs going. Mike
discussed the need to pass around the responsibility.
Charley Taylor passed around a safety article called Autumn Riding Tips for this
month from Blue Knights International magazine. A copy of the safety tip
attached to this report.
Geary Parsons needs pictures of members for our web site. Mike told everyone to
send pictures to Geary Parsons.
Michael discussed patches and pins. Everyone agreed to get some made.
New Business:
Geary discussed May Special Olympic Ride on May 20th.
Cost of the ride will be $50.
Next meeting will be March 11th
at 4 p.m. in Cortez at the Anasazi Inn. Mike will make the arrangements.
Randy Pennington, Ride Captain, an emergency number and address from each
member on the rides. Leslie stated to have a I. C. E. (In Case of Emergency)
in their cell phones. This will be for the rides in case someone is injured.
Randy stated to keep gas tanks topped off. He gets 40 m.p.g. and has a gallon
left which relates to 150 miles. Mike told Randy to bring ride rules to next
meeting.
Tyler Phillips made motion to adjourn, seconded by Geary Parsons. Motion to
adjourn passed.
Subsequent to the February meeting, the location of the March 11, 2007 meeting
place was changed to the Fiesta Mexicana Inn in Cortez.
Charley Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer
January 2007
