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Air Capital Corvette Club

Newsletter

Volume 53 - Issue 11 November, 2019

Message from the Prez . . .All Seasons Enjoyment:

About a year ago I saw this picture of a brand new 2016 ZR1 Corvettepulling into a driveway new a snow storm. The caption said the Vette wasbeing driven by the Corvette Corporate Brand Manager and stated that hebelieved the Corvette was an "All Seasons" source of transportation andenjoyment.

Many of us would take exception to the 'anytime under any conditions'approach, and I know we have different threshold of No-Go with ourfiberglass friends. For some it's the temperature due to tire constraints orlack of a top, for others it's any kind of precipitation cause it's too damn hardto clean it up afterwards. For me it's the slippery streets that accompany ice and snow. Just thinking about LilAnnie in an uncontrolled slide towards a rusty guardrail gives me chills.

So when we heard the snow predictions coming to Wichita, while we were enjoying sunny San Diego, it was ashocking reminder that another season of sketchy weather is about to befall us, and that means conditional useof the Vette and coordinating with Cindy for more frequent occasional use of her car.

Hopefully we will have the predicted great weather for the Veterans Day Parade this coming weekend (Saturday,Nov. 9th - Meet at 10:15 AM. We are in Position # 23, on Main, South of Elm. David Dennis is still looking forconvertibles for the Beauty Queens to wave from - call him at 316-650-0152 if you'd like to have your rag-top

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Air Capital CorvetteClub Officers:President:Mike Blackburn 316-932-0201

Vice President:Charles Timmons 316-932-0201

Secretary:Marc Haynes 316-267-4520

Treasurer:Linda Smith 316-302-9139

Officer at Large:Andy Michael 316-304-5036

Events Chairman:Randy Smith 316-000-0000

Newsletter Editor:Kent Michael 316-682-4403

ACCC’s Web Page:http://aircapitalcorvetteclub.com

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featured in this way. 11:00 a.m. Kickoff Fly Over. Parade begins at Main & Central proceeds south to Waterman,right on Waterman and then left on Water. The parade disbands behind the WaterWalk building near the oldGander Mountain parking garage. Vehicles going on display will be marshaled into the grass lot behindWaterWalk or into the parking lot across from the Hyatt Parking Garage. Vehicles leaving the parade will stayon Water St, South bound and depart the parade route at Dewey St. Sure hope everyone feels like bringingout their Vettes so we can hear them roar.Our November General Membership Meeting is this Wednesday, Nov. 6th, 6:45 PM. Two key things will behappening that evening:

1) Presentation of the Funds raised by our Corvette for Caleb Charity Raffle Drive2) Election of three (3) new Executive Board Members for a two-year term

In an organization with at least 174 listed memories it is both surprising and concerning that as of this writing notone single individual, neither woman or man, has agreed to submit their name for nomination. I'm sure it mustbe because they simply don't understand the value of volunteering and its many benefits.

"One of the great ironies of life is this: He or she who serves almost always benefits more than he or she who is served." - Gordon Hinckle"Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." - Muhammad Ali

The power of volunteering has been documented for over 2,500 years, however a slew of recent research isshedding even more light onto its surprising benefits. Science now proves what great leaders and philosophershave known for years. Here are five surprising benefits of volunteering:

1. Volunteering time makes you feel like you have more time. Wharton professor Cassie Mogilner wrote inthe Harvard Business Review that her research found those who volunteer their time feel like they have more ofit. This is similar to other research showing that people who donate to charity feel wealthier. Ms. Mogilneroffered: "The results show that giving your time to others can make you feel more 'time affluent' and lesstime-constrained than wasting your time, spending it on yourself, or even getting a windfall of free time."

2. Volunteering your skills helps you develop new skills. In my experience, skills-based volunteering is anexcellent opportunity to develop talents to help you get ahead in your career. In fact, an article in Stanford SocialInnovation Review called skills-based volunteering overseas "the next executive training ground." AtMovingWorlds, they've found that skills development in technical and leadership-related areas is the primaryreason corporations invest in international skills-based volunteering programs.

3. Volunteering your body helps you have a healthier body. A Corporation for National & CommunityService report noted: "Research demonstrates that volunteering leads to better health… those who volunteerhave lower mortality rates, greater functional ability, and lower rates of depression later in life than those who donot volunteer." The fact that volunteering has been proven to make you healthier is reason enough to engage inpro bono activities. (For more information on this, read "Can Volunteering Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease?")

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4. Volunteering your experience helps build your experience. We consistently see this with highly skilledprofessionals like investment bankers and business consultants. Also, volunteering in a new industry will giveyou knowledge to help you switch fields. And if you want to move from the corporate world to the nonprofitsector, volunteering first can help prove your commitment.

The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Next Avenue have published articles about how volunteeringcan help you earn your next job. As the Journal wrote: "According to the survey of 202 human-resourceexecutives, skilled volunteer work - such as helping a nonprofit with its finances - makes job applicants lookmore appealing to hiring managers."

5. Volunteering your love makes you feel more love. Admittedly, love is a hard thing to measure. But whenresearchers at the London School of Economics examined the relationship between volunteering and measuresof happiness, they found the more people volunteered, the happier they were. Volunteering builds empathy,strengthens social bonds and makes you smile - all factors that increase the feeling of love.

So how can you get started volunteering to help keep the Air Cap going strong? Just send Mike a note or givehim a call. We are gonna make this as easy and enjoyable as possible for you -

"Come On! Jump In! The waters fine in every season!"

Mike

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Minutes from the October 2, 2019 ACCC MeetingCalled to order by President Mike Blackburn at 6:45pm at Davis-Moore ChevroletRoll call by registration indicating 22 members in attendance.Three Board Officers absentThere was 1 new member in attendance. Seth Paulson, 1969 Red Convertible Resto-modMinutes from previous meeting: Motion to approve by Ron Oelkers with a 2nd by Sharon MagyarMinutes accepted with no opposition.Secretary, Marc Haynes: One member lost a dear pet on this day. Our condolences in the loss of their longtime family member. Vice President Charlie Timmons: Club’s membership. 101 memberships currently in good standing. 73 Friends/spouses. Total 174No new members this month.Treasurer, Linda Smith: absent Financial account given by MikeBeginning balance - $1821.86 Income $423.06; ($105, {3 new memberships}), ($90, {3 renewals}), ($202.56, {On the Border fundraiser to be given to the Tobiasfamily}), ($25.50, {50/50 pot}).Expense $0.00Ending Balance $2244.92A written report is on file.Mike also gave a report on Caleb Tobias recovery from the injuries sustained in the accident. He also recognized all of the people andbusinesses* that assisted in the fundraising efforts. The ACCC members in attendance also voiced support to engage in this type ofeffort again if and when a similar situation arises.Elite Mobile Detailing, Car Star Collision, Kerry Unrein, Adidas Printing, Davis-Moore Chevrolet, Skyward Credit Union, Emprise Bank,Peoples Bank & Trust Clearwater. Officer at Large, Andy Michael: absentSeptember 7 Drive and Eat hosted by Jess and Any Michael to Luigi’s in Winfield. 21 Corvettes with 42 members attending.September 20 Rally at the Regent. Darlene & Art Warren along with Barb & Dale Brotton won awards in their classes.Top points:

• 1st Duvanel - 345 points• 2nd Michael - 320 points• 3rd Blackburn - 295 points• 4th Brotton - 280 points

Events Chairman, Randy Smith: absentRundown of upcoming Club events given by Mike. October 4-6, Eureka Springs Corvette weekendOctober 12, Drive and Eat hosted by Phyliss and Richard Burch. Meet 4pm at 4243 N Meridian.October 26 ACCC Halloween Party hosted by Barb and Dale Brotton. 6pm in GoddardNovember 2, Drive and Eat hosted by Ron Boswell and Preston Hughes to Yoder KitchenVisit website for more events. www.AirCapitalCorvetteClub.comNewsletter, Kent Michael:Kent has credit card reader available at meetings to facilitate paying dues and etc.

Old Business:Preston Hughes reported that the Nominating Committee has been unable to find any member willing to serve on the Executive Board atthis time. Election of officers is scheduled for next month’s meeting. Discussion regarding purchasing anew brick for ACCC to be placed inside of the National Corvette Museum. Previous brick hasdeteriorated over time making the engraving almost unreadable. New brick proposed is 8 inches wide, hexagonal shape, and would beinstalled inside the museum. Cost is $200.00. Motion to approve the purchase was made by Tex Titterington, with 2nd by FrankDuvanel. Motion passed with no opposition. No items for sale

New Business:Discussion on the purchase of window cling Club stickers. Mike is still researching vendors for the appropriate style and will report back. Mike also asked for input on apparel vendors. We own the rights to our design and can use it where we choose. Show of hands for the after-meeting dinner and free pie at Village Inn. 50/50 Pot Winner: $16.50 to Mike BlackburnDoor Prize Winner:

#1 C8 poster donated by Mike Blackburn went to Marc Haynes#2 Metal sign went to Steve Jacobs.

Meeting adjourned at 7:33 pmNext Meeting: Wednesday, November 6, 6:45pm at Davis-Moore Chevrolet.Respectfully submitted,Marc Haynes,Secretary


Minutes from the October 15, 2019 ACCC E-Board MeetingCalled to order by President: Mike Blackburn at 6:30 pm

Roll call: Three members absent; Charlie Timmons, Andy Michael, Randy Smith

Secretary: Marc Haynes:

Minutes from the September meeting were approved as written. Motion by Linda, 2nd by Marc.

Discussion regarding coordination of meat entre for Christmas party. Marc will produce a sign-up sheet and share withMike to be available at the November 6 regular meeting.

Vice President: Charlie Timmons: absent. Count from last meeting. 101 members,

73 Spouse/Friends, total 174

No new members.

Treasurer: Linda Smith:

Beginning balance - $2242.92

Expenses - $402.56

($202.56 to Tobias family form OTB fund raiser, $200.00 reimbursement to Mike for NCM Brick)

Income - $55.00 (renewals $25.00** & $30.00)

Ending balance - $1895.36

2020 renewal dues, $30.00 are now payable. New memberships $35.00

Officer at Large: Andy Michael: absent

Point totals not available.

Drive and Eat to Cy’s Hoof and Horn hosted by Phyllis & Richard Burch was well attended.

Planning for Awards Banquet at Petroleum Club. January 10, 2020.

Events Chairman: Randy Smith: absent

Discussed several of the upcoming events.

October 26, Halloween Party hosted by Barb and Dale Brotton. 6pm in Goddard

November 2, Drive and Eat to Yoder Kitchen will be on Saturday, prior to regular meeting.

An email notice will be sent to all members.

November 9 is the Veterans’ Day Parade.

December 7, Christmas Party at Sunflower Shelter in Sedgwick County Park.

Newsletter: Kent Michael:

Need information to update current membership list with regard to renewals.

Old Business:

Nominating Committee has not been able to find any volunteers to serve on the Executive Baord.

Discussion ensued regarding options proposed by Marc. Those suggestions included:

Reduce number of Board members

Reduce Bard meeting to quarterly

Absolve Board members from paying annual dues

Hold Board meeting prior to regular meetings

Discussion revealed very reasonable objections to each of these suggestions. Mike asked that each of us current Boardmembers prepare a statement to address the body at the November 6 regular meeting to address this predicament andperhaps compel some participation.

ACCC brick for NCM has been ordered.

Still researching cling-on window logos

Researching vendors for Club Logo name tags.

New Business: Requesting to have a December E-Board meeting (January Awards Banquet)

Any ideas on vendors for Club Apparel, logo stuff, and etc.

Meeting adjourned: 7:30

Next Board Meeting: Tuesday November 19, 2019, at Kent’s Shop, 6:30pm

Respectfully submitted,Marc Haynes,Secretary


2019 Schedule of Events

November 6ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.

December 4ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.

December 7 ACCC Christmas Party.

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