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Colorado Chapter VII

Minutes of the meetings

General Meeting 1/10/10

The meeting was called to order at 2:00 PM by President Charlie Taylor @ PD's restaurant in Mancos. The Pledge of a Allegiance and pray was lead by President Taylor.

Members present: Charlie Taylor, Geary Parsons, Jim Wilson, Dave Bouslaugh, Randy Pennington, Gary Garner, Chester (Skip) Amos, and Mike Marston.

Minutes from our last meeting were read and approved.

Financial report given by Treasurer Parsons. We are still in the black. The only payments coming out at this time was for the Blue Knights 4 Corners web page @ $9.00 a month.

New Business

Mike Marston said he was unable to continue as the secretary, so Geary Parsons has combined the Treasurer and Secretary into one position at this time.

There was a motion made by Randy to go ahead and pay dues for members not at this meeting and have them catch up at a later time. seconded by Skip - passed unanimously

A over night ride is planned for April 24/25 to Page, Az.

The Colorado State Blue Knights meeting will be held in Gunnison this year on June 18th- 20th

Old Business

The Blue Knights Western Conference will held in Grand Junction this year July 24th - 28th. Geary passed out applications.

Recruitment of new members was discussed. All members are encouraged to recruit at least one new member.

Remember May is the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics. This year it will be on May 16th. The ride starts at the Durango Harley Davidson shop and goes to the top of Red Mountain Pass then to Silverton for lunch. Cost is unknown at this time.

Next meeting is scheduled for March 28th, 2010 2:00 PM @ PD's Restaurant in Mancos

Adjourned 2:45 PM

General Meeting 10-18-09

Our meeting opened in regular form with a Pledge of Allegiance at Blondie’s Restaurant in Cortez, CO at 12:40p.m., after most had finished their lunch.

Members present were: Robert and Dave Bouslaugh, Randy Pennington, Gary Garner, Chester Amos, and Mike Marston.

Our meeting was brought to order by Vice President Robert Bouslaugh.

Minutes from our last meeting were read and approved.

Under new business a motion was made to send a get well card to Jeff Murray who was recently in a serious motorcycle accident. This motion carried unanimously.

Robert Bouslaugh announced that dues would be coming up shortly and reminded all members to consider getting their dues in so that we can beat the penalty deadline for late payments to the Blue Knights next year.

Under old business: A question of how we're coming with the possibilities of a raffle license was brought up, this item was tabled until Geary Parsons would be able to attend.

Treasure’s report was announced (see Treasurer Geary Parsons)

By general agreement our next meeting was scheduled for 12-6-09 at Noon at the P&D Grocery in Mancos, CO.

Our meeting was adjourned at 12:50 p.m.

General Meeting 8-9-09

Our meeting was opened at 3:15 p.m. , with the treasurers report being read and approved.

Present were Charlie Taylor, Geary Parsons, Robert and David Bouslaugh, Gary Garner, Randy Pennington, Brian Jacobs, Mike Marston (arriving a couple minutes late), and a visitor and possibly a new member applying for re-instatement: Shelly Williams of the L.C.S.O. and retired officer hubby, Dale, which they would be a welcome addition to our group.

Our scheduled ride to Page, AZ this summer was cancelled due to bad weather.

There was no new business reported.

Our next meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2009 at 12:00 p.m.

The Durango Knights will meet at Santa Rita Park at 11:00 a.m. on October 18, 2009 and and ride to Blondies restaurant in Cortez, CO to meet with the Cortez members.

A ride is planned after the meeting (weather permitting of course) to Shiprock, NM and back up thru Hesperus where the Durango Knights and the Cortez Knights will split up and head for home.

Our meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m..

Our meeting was hosted at the home of Geary and Jan Parsons, who also once again cooked up a nice hamburger/hot dog BBQ, with all the trimmings.

Michael J. Marston, Secretary

General Meeting 4-05-09

Our monthly meeting was opened in regular forum at 3:00 p.m., with six Knights in attendance at the P&D Grocery in Mancos, CO.

Chester Amos was doing some checking on ordering Blue Knights ball caps and will give another report at a later date. The embroidered caps seemed to be preferred over the stenciled caps, but they are more costly.

Our ride to Page, AZ was discussed and 9:30 a.m. on May 2,2009 at the El Grande Café in Cortez, CO seemed like a convenient time for Durango & Cortez Knights to meet prior to heading for Gouldings Store.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:30p.m. with no further business to discuss.

Michael J. Marston, Secretary

General Meeting 3-08-09

The Knights and ladies met at the P&D in Mancos, CO with President Charlie Taylor presiding at 3:00p.m.

Members present were Charlie Taylor, Geary Parsons & Lady, Tony Archuleta & Lady, the Bouslaugh twins, Jim Wilson, Randy Pennington, Chester Amos and Mike Marston.

Our raffle options were discussed and appear to be down to buying our own raffle license or using an existing license, possibly from the Elks Lodge in Cortez. Chester Amos will do some further checking on this for the next meeting.

A swap meet in Durango was announced as occurring on March 29^th and 30^th, if anyone would be interested.

Several upcoming rides were announced. Of interest was the Special Olympics Ride on May 17, 2009. Persons interested might want to contact Geary Parsons for additional information.

An overnight ride to Page, AZ was planned for May 2^nd and 3^rd of 2009. (with a General & Board Meeting at that time). This should be a great ride, so plan on making this one!

Our next meeting will be on April 5^th, at 3:00 p.m. again at the P & D Grocery in Mancos, CO.

Meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

Michael J. Marston, Secretary.

GENERAL MEETING 1-11-09

Our January meeting was hosted by Geary Parsons and Jan Parsons, who also provided a great array of Cheese Burgers and side dishes prior to the meeting!

Our meeting opened with President Charles Taylor presiding.

2009 dues were paid by members in attendance, to be deposited by Geary Parsons, treasurer.

A motion was made by Bob Bouslaugh that the Treasurer pay the Brains storm monthly bill on a annual basis rather than on a monthly basis. This motion was seconded by Randy Pennington and the motion carried.

Fund raising was the major topic of discussion and the possibilities of a conducting a raffle, a poker run, or a booth at the swap meet in Durango on March 28-29 at the LaPlata County fairgrounds were discussed.

Bob and Dave Bouslaugh agreed to check into the costs and needs of having a booth at that swap meet.

Mike Marston will check with Cortez contacts into the costs and needs concerning the possibilities of conducting a raffle. Bob Bouslaugh will do some checking in the Durango area as well.

Tony Archuleta will do some checking in regards to any upcoming parades and costs involved in the Blue Knights participating in those events.

Skip Amos agreed to do some checking on the possibility and costs involved in attending the SW Blue Knights conference.

Randy Pennington announced and agreed to do some checking on the costs and possibilities of attending the Blue Knights Pig Roast in Grand Junction.

The next monthly meeting was set for February 8, 2009 at 3:00pm at the Mancos P&D in Mancos, CO.

Meeting was adjourned at 5:15pm.

Michael J. Marston, secretary

Meeting 8-17-08

Our August meeting was held at beautiful McPhee Lake north of Cortez, Co. We had lunch at the Silver Mountain Grill, hosted by our member “Butch” Wilson and his wife Carol. Good place to stop, visit, and eat.

Members in attendance were Randy Pennington, Geary Parsons, Robert Bouslaugh, Skip Amos, Jim Wilson, Butch Wilson, Butch Wilson and Tony Archuleta. Tony, Robert and Geary’s wives were also a pleasant addition. Butch’s better half was busy taking care of our food needs and unable to attend, although close by. (Thank you, Carol!)

We had one guest present, a previous guest but always welcome member of the City of Durango General Services Department as I recall, Frank Taylor, Police vehicle Mechanic.

Charlie Taylor took a wrong turn and almost (but not quite) missed the meeting.

Dave Bouslaugh unfortunately did miss the meeting, but through no fault of his own. He had a breakdown en route and missed our “luncheon”. Sorry Dave, your absence was noted by all.

Our meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Geary Parsons presided over the meeting.

New business was somewhat light, other than welcoming our new member. Brian Jacobs from the Fort Lewis College Police has joined our ranks. Welcome Brian!

We’re still looking for ideas on raising funds for our Blue Knights Chapter. Skip Amos suggested that he had a knife collection that he would be willing to donate several knives if a raffle might be held next year, to go along with the possibility of having a poker run.

Possibly selling some “Guardian Bells” (which protect riders against road gremlins) was also suggested.

There was one comment made which might be beneficial to all. Geary Parsons suggested that he drives with his headlights on “high” beam during the day, as they’re more noticeable than low beam. Certainly worth considering.

Our next meeting was suggestion without disapproval, to be at Christina’s again in Durango on 9-14-08 at 3:00 p.m.

Our meeting was adjourned and we drove up to the lookout point above McPhee Lake, beautiful spot that you can see a great deal of what has been claimed to be the second largest lake in Colorado.

Michael J. Marston, Secretary

Meeting 7-12-08

On the morning of 7-12-08, Cortez members of the Blue Knights met with the Durango members at Santa Rita Park in Durango, CO at approx. 0900 and rode to Vallecito Lake for “Brunch” and a meeting.

Our meeting was opened by President Charlie Taylor, at the” Pura Vida” Cafe at approx. 1030 hrs., with an opening prayer. A motion was made and carried to dispense with the pledge of allegiance due to the crowded conditions of the café.

Members present were Charlie Taylor, Geary Parsons, Tony Archuleta (and guest “Eric”), Randy Pennington, Aletha Walker, David Walker, and Mike Marston.

During our “Brunch” meeting an announcement was made Geary Parsons of the “100 Club” having a fund raiser Poker Run next Saturday (07-19-08) starting at the Durango Harley Shop, ending with a BBQ and prizes for participants. (Please contact Geary if you need further information). Geary advised us that the “100 Club” donates considerable funds to Police officers and Fire fighters in times of need.

We also discussed the possibility of our Chapter hosting a poker run as a fund raiser in 2009, maybe during the Labor Day weekend. This was discussed and considered a good suggestion by members present. The thought was that it would take some hours of preparation and some volunteer time by members, but it was thought to be a possible way of putting some funds in our dwindling bank account.

A suggestion was made and approved that our next meeting be at the ‘Silver Mountain Grill” at McPhee Lake at 1500 hrs. on August 17, 2008.

The meeting was adjourned at approx. 1120 hrs., after which we enjoyed another winding mountain ride to Bayfield, Ignacio, and back to Durango.

Michael J. Marston

Secretary

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.

The meeting was opened by President Charlie Taylor, after a beautiful ride to Gouldings Trading Post, Utah.

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).

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 16^th, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

It was bought up that the June 10^th 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.

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.

Secretary Charley Taylor handed out minutes of 3-11-07. Bob Bouslaugh moved to accept the minutes and David Bouslaugh seconded.

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.

We will meet at the Big R (old K-Mart) by McDonald's. Mountain Ute Casino will give us a break on food.

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.

Bob Bouslaugh discussed other Blue Knights for Labor Day. No other knights have responded to our request for help.

Geary Parsons stated that we have not been together long enough to nominate Knight of the Year.

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.

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.

Roll call of members was performed by Charley Taylor. Michael Easterday, Robert Bouslaugh, Randy Pennington, Charley Taylor, Aleta

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.

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.

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.

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.

Michael Easterday will get with someone that has a license. David Allmon thought Sheriff's Posse has a license. David will check.

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?

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.

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.

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.

2-11-07

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 20^th. Cost of the ride will be $50.

Next meeting will be March 11^th 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