I would recommend the new club president appoint a special committee charged with making these decisions. All club members would be eligible. I would also suggest we recruit Troy McKune as committee chair.

As of today, the 2010 membership application has been updated. A new member list will replace last years as soon as I receive the applications. You can wait to pay at the April 10th race day if you like but as of now, only those members that have paid their 2010 membership fees are eligible to cast a vote. Membership forms will also be available at the racing events. Make payments to Rose City Scale Racing at the clubs address: 20450 SW York Place, Aloha, Or 97006

If you would like to be part of the electric panel, please let me know by email. I would like to see at least a 4-person panel. The panel will set the rules, standards and electric classes and report all findings, issues and rulings to the club officers for approval. I would also like to see Troy involved in this panel if he would take on the task. My email is mike@rosecityscaleracing.com

Thanks,
Mike Ellis

Fellow Racers:

Thanks for all the positive comments regarding our first club meeting of the year. While the minutes are currently being assembled, several issues requiring action at our next meeting should be discussed by the general community.

The club racing schedule was approved without objection, with the exception of our X-Ray race date. Without releasing specifics, the club has approximately 2 races each month from April though October. We will be partnering with TZR and IBEW Local 48 for these dates and will have our King's Kruz-In event at Glenwood Community Church.

Four possible dates were discussed regarding the X-Ray event. These were May 8th, June 12th, June 26th and October 2nd. My take on these days is as follows. The June dates have conflicts with the IBEW Poker Run and the scheduled TZR race for June. The May and October dates are questionable in terms of weather, however, the October date provides the most time to prepare and is about equal in terms of rain risk. This question will be voted on by the membership at our next club meeting.

Officer elections were opened for nominations. Those nominated will be given a chance to campaign with elections being held at our next meeting. Additionally, the club Treasurer will be retained for another year, easing the transition of leadership and insuring our financial position. Currently all positions are running unopposed. Any club members still interested in leadership positions can self nominate before elections.

President: Mike Ellis
Vice President: Tom Camou
Treasurer: Julie Ellis (Not up for Election)
Secretary: Mike Godson
Race Director: Chris Huddleston
Promotions Director: Troy McKune
Track Coordinators: Jack Balchin and Roger Christal
Electric Class Panel: Darren Pollard, Andy Wells and Troy McKune

A work party was scheduled for March 20th to prepare our equipment for the race season. I have contacted Jim Meyer at Oakgrove Autobody about hosting this event and he has agreed. This work party will also serve as our next club meeting. Please spread the word and watch the threads for more information.

Lastly, I would like to clarify some of my comments at the meeting. Having been around this club for over a decade, I have witnessed many racers entry and exit of our sport. The most disheartening thing is when a hardworking officer leaves because their previously fun hobby has become just more work. I have been president for 2 years, and in that time have enjoyed watching the club maintain it's position as a self supporting, racer driven entity committed to on-road rc racing. I believe leadership must rotate and change if we are to continue this direction. Having one president for years is not a healthy club situation, and does not support the individual enthusiast. To my supporters over the last 2 seasons, thanks for believing in me. To everyone, I'm not going away. My plan is to be there with continued commitment and passion for the sport.

See you ONROAD,
Godson