Minutes of the November 22, 2009, Board Meeting

The annual Board of Director’s Meeting for the 101 Association was held at George and Milli Yarocki’s residence in Torrington, Connecticut.

The meeting was called to order at 10:12 AM.

Present at Roll Call:

Randy Walker, president. George Yarocki, VP, Brenda Crelan, Secretary. Joan Walker, Treasurer & Editor. Jeff Alperin, Membership & Web designer. Will Paley, Honored Director. Bruce Rinschler, Associate Director. Kevin Arsenault, Director. Other members & guest: Don Griswold, Heather Walker, Mike Doldo and Tim Raindle, International Rep to the UK. Avril Mitchell, Bryan Robbins from the UK and Dave Alperin. Also Milli Yarocki, Director.

Agenda:  reviewed and approved

Minutes: read and approved from last year

Officers Reports: were submitted and read by Randy Walker, George Yarocki, Joan Walker and Jeff Alperin.

Randy’s report spoke of a year of changes; the recession has hit many people, changing their lives. All activities getting ready to move to the farm and downsize Walker Machine. All the WOWs are getting out, Email WOWs are more popular. The cost is down due to new printing program and E-Wows – no increase in dues should be necessary. Talked of mini-meet in Europe. New ideas and input always welcome.

Georg’s report spoke of our Indian 101 still being sought after by enthusiast from every corner of our planet. Hopefully due to the 101 association, but mostly the fact it is still a “good” motorcycle. Large amount of R&O Sales.

Joanie’s treasurer’s report: T-shirt sales are down as well as WOW costs, from last year. R&O sales were good.

Jeff’s membership report confirmed 251 members.

Jeff’s website report noted that the WILD APRICOT hosting facility is working out well for a nominal fee. He has also acquired 101.org for our use.

Joanie’s editors report noted that the new WOW program is working well once she figured it out. We discussed the new cover themes. She would like feedback from members on the cover colors, set up, etc – send her feedback if you have any.

Committee Reports:

Memorabilia: no new report, lack of interest being shown by buyers

Merchandising: discussed 101 Calendar. Will do 2010, but only a few. Work on 2011. Kids T-shirts are our best seller at present and it was decided to concentrate on expanding sizes available.

Fun Run: Will reported that the Rhinebeck run was successful – 10 bikes participated.

International Reps:

Dave Martin brought in a new member for 2009 and needs input on how to get the club message out to 101 owners who are potential members

Tim Raindle – UK spoke of a meet in Scotland with a large number of 101s in attendance. Spoke with Jeff on advertising on website for European mini-meets

Gordon Rinschler emailed and strongly supports continuing the Rhinebeck Road Run. In his email he says the two so far have been tons of fun and makes the whole trip worthwhile.

Unfinished business: none

New Business: discussed and agreed upon:

Review parts availability next year since Randy downsizing.

T-shirts will have limited runs for better sales

We will look into a patch or decals.

There will be a “fire sale” of merchandise we have an overstock of that isn’t selling.

Membership and dues

Dues will remain the same for US, Canada and Europe. Electronic membership will be lowered to $15 US and Canada, Europe $25. To encourage the reduction of postage costs.

AMCA meets

Our national meet and judging will be at Oley for 2010

Rhinebeck will still have a run. It will be at 10am on Saturday so there is time to stop for a bite to eat.

There will be a fall fun run with an informal meet from Ft. Yarocki in September as usual

There will be a 101 contingent at the September Allegheny run

Calendar: discussed, will go for small run 2010, larger 2011 as have all year to sell.

Jeff spoke of more parts to post on line and a parts exchange – for sale and needed. It was decided that members only can sell on this but can be viewed by the public. Need a disclaimer for quality of things sold. Jeff will form a group for the sales purpose and look into legal advice on the matter

Election of Officers:

President: Randy Walker

VP: George Yarocki

Secretary: Brenda Crelan

Treasurer: Joan Walker

Membership: Jeff Alperin

WOW editor: Joan Walker

Internet editor: Jeff Alperin

Directors: Kevin Arsenault, Bob Kelley, Bruce Rinschler, Jim Garripoli

Honored Directors: Max Bubeck, Jerry Hatfield, Will Paley, Milli Yarocki, Doug Strange

Associate Board Members: Steve Rinker, Tim Raindle

Committee Appointments:

Engine Registry: Jeff Alperi

All others remained the same

Next annual meeting: November 10, 2010 (Saturday before Thanksgiving)

The meeting was adjourned at 12:40 PM.

A last minute talk about sponsoring the Rinker's 101 racer was held, it will be looked into this year.

Submitted by Brenda Crelan, Secretary

Minutes of the November 20, 2008, Board Meeting

The Annual Board of Directors Meeting for The 101 Association was held at George and Milli Yarocki's residence at 10:00 AM on 22 November.  Present at roll call were; Randall Walker, President, George Yarocki, Vice-President, Brenda Crelan, Secretary; Joan Walker, Treasurer & Membership; Will Paley, Honored Director; Kevin Arsenault Director and Bruce Rinschler, Associate Director.

Agenda was reviewed and approved. Minutes of last year were read.

Officers reports were submitted and read by Randy Walker, George Yarocki, and Joan Walker. Doug Strange was not able to attend, but submitted his report. He expressed the need for more input from current members for the WOW to remain successful.

Joan Walker's Treasurer's report. T-shirt sales at Rhinebeck were excellent. Cost of printing WOW. Joan reported membership currently at 251.

Will Paley reported 5 bikes participated in a short run from the Rhinebeck AMCA National Meet.

Jeff Alperin will organize a Mini 101 Meet at the AMCA National Meet in Eustis, Florida.

Computer Committee: WOW goes green! Jeff Alperin offering to help with the website and membership chair work. "Wild Apricots" 101Scout.com will go to this website. All membership maintenance will be done through website, using PayPal. Will allocate funds for prototype website and import functions.

Memorabilia Committee: 50 plaques for Rhinebeck Timeline with our logo and Rhinebeck and year. Preregistered bikes will receive plaque. For the 25th anniversary year of the WOW magazine, plaque will be mailed in upcoming issue. 400 will be produced with 150 for resale.

The 2009 Board of Directors Meeting will be held on November 21, 2009, at 10:00 AM.

Fun Runs: Ride at the AIVICA Rhinebeck National scheduled for 1:00 PM, Saturday, but could be flexible with the Rhinebeck schedule. Kevin and Will will organize a run from Yarocki's in September, to Kent, Connecticut, for the Antique Machinery Show. Box lunches will be provided.

Dues: will remain the same next year, Continental U.S.-$25; Canada-$25; Europe-$35; all other countries-$35. $5.00 off membership to go to electronic internet, no printed material, all online. All in favor, 1 opposed.

WOW Magazine: Doug Strange will step down as editor .... thank you for your knowledge and input for our magazine. Joan Walker will assume responsibilities as editor.

Membership Chairperson: Jeff Alperin will become our new Membership Chairperson.

Merchandise: Joan Walker will take over handling merchandise. Brenda and Jeff will help with input and information mailings.

Officers for 2009: Randy Walker, President; George Yarocki, Vice-President; Brenda Crelan, Secretary; Joan Walker, Editor & Treasurer; Jeff Alperin, Membership. Tony Verbeck and Jeff Alperin, co-web designers. All Board Members and Officers remain the same for 2009.

Motion to adjourn at 1 PM. WOW!!

Submitted by Brenda Crelan, Secretary