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St. Patrick’s Day Parade led by BenitaKlaizner will be held on March 16th. Stagingtime: 8:30 a.m. Parade starts at 10 a.m. Thiswill be a community service event.Sandra Hart – the 2019 Corvette Caravan willbe coming thru Las Vegas on Thursday August22nd, meeting at Fiesta Hotel with 200-250cars.Bracket Drags #2 will also be held onMarch 16th at the LVMS.Dave Smith – knows of a 2016 -Z06 All options, 16,000 miles, yellow and black corvettefor sale.Road Run – the next Road Run will beheld March 17th a chairperson is needed.Clean Car Award – Roy announced dueto the rainy weather, there would be no CleanCar Award tonight, but that next month, therewould be 2 awards given out.Garage Gang – will be held March 30that John Fuller’s house at 9 a.m. The projectwill be head lights.Badge Drawing – Myra Bird’s name wasApril 5th Neon Museum chaired by Scardrawn but she was not present. The prizelett Montoya we will meet at 5 p.m. for Dinnermoney goes to 45 in March. 50/50 was wonat Chicago Joe’s, then proceed to the Neonby Barb Belack. Raffle was held.Museum at 8 p.m. for the “Brilliant Show”.Motion to Adjourn: Marsha BordersRoad Run on April 13th, chaired bymade a motion to adjourn which was secBenita Klaizner will meet at Railroad Pass Caonded by Sharron Grodzinsky. The motion wassino, drive to Searchlight for a bite to eat, acarried and was approved. The meeting wasstop in Nipton, then on to Pioneer Saloon.adjourned at 8:59 p.m.Time to be announced. Ken thanked Barb andRay Belack for chairing the Open road Races Respectfully submitted by:for so many years.Holley Holran, SecretaryMiscellaneous Announcements:Scott Mergle –announced that Donna has setup a Monthly Ladies Lunch, the first one to beheld on March 7th at Marie Callanders on Sahara and Paradise, 10:30 a.m. please R.S.V.P.Mike Borders – The 4 day firearm trainingcourse has 15 people signed up already.9

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2019LVCA Executive BoardPresidentBonnie CorbettVice PresidentMarsha BordersSecretaryHolley HolranDirectorScott WhiteDirectorMike BordersDirectorSkip KelleyWebmasterLennard GrodzinskyMembershipKathy ClappPublicitySharron Grodzinsky11TreasurerConnie GentryNCCC GovernorCarl CorbettNewsVetter EditorBob Humphrey

2019LVCA ExecutiveBoard2019LVCA CommitteesChairpersonsStorekeeperCindy FullerEvents CoordinatorKen AckeretBy-LawsCarl HastingsCommunity ServiceScarlett MontoyaRacer’s EdgeMarvin MaizeCommunity ServiceGino Montoya12Archive/MossybackLin HoernkeSunshineBenita KlaiznerDrag Race SeriesKen ReesSponsor LiaisonScott MergeleNCM AmbassadorSandra Hart

Sun City MacDonald RanchWillows Restaurant General Membership Meeting Thursday, March 14, 20197:30 PMSun City MacDonald Ranch2020 W. Horizon Ridge ParkwayHenderson, NV 89012702-294-1392FYI Oneofthecarsdamaged during the 2014sinkhole incident at theNational Corvette Museumwas a 2009 ZR1 Corvette.Also known as the BlueDevil, imaginative punditsjabbed that ‘ol Beelzebubwas trying to snatch the caraway. To help raise funds forthe restoration of that car and seven other Corvettes sucked into the 30-foot deep, 45-foot wide, and 60-foot-long hole, the museum gift shopsold glass jars filled with dirt and debris from the sinkhole for 10 ashot. Although the incident was unfortunate, security-camera footageof the event has been viewed millions of times online and boostedmuseum visitation.**Taken from Steve Magnante’s 1001 Corvette Facts13

Banquet committee2018 Awards BanquetLin and Roy HoernkePhotos By: Ken AckeretDonna and Scott MergeleIrene and Larry DuisKathy Clapp and Ken AckeretHolley HolranBrenda and Jimmy CavalloThese members volunteered their time and efforts inmaking this banquet a success. I could not havechaired the Awards Banquet committee without theirsupport and knowledge.AWARDS PRESENTATIONMarsha Borders - Banquet ChairpersonSkip KelleyJanuary 19, 20192018 E-BoardWelcomed members and guest to the 2018 AnnualAwards Banquet. Thanked all for coming. A wonderful Evening was planned. We all got ready for a greatevening of fun and entertainment.Marsha Borders – Vice PresidentHolley Holran – Vice PresidentDenise Karpa -SecretarythThis was our 45 Banquet for 1973-2018Connie Gentry -TreasurerPhotos were taken when members arrived.Lin Hoernke – DirectorPhotos will be distributed at the February GeneralMembership Meeting.Kathy Clapp- DirectorCurt Russell- DirectorIntroduction –Ron Peterson- Events CoordinatorOur out-going President .2018 President Skip KellyJulie Cantonwine -MembershipOur in-coming President-2019 President Bonnie CorbettLinda Simpson – PublicityOur Guests and Sponsors, Findlay ChevroletBonnie Corbett – NCCC GovernorTony Smith and his wife CorinaPat Russell – WebmasterPaul Patane and his wife CatalinaSlim Stephens and his wife TracyWe had 65 members and guests in attendance. Thankyou for your support and commitment to the Las VegasCorvettes Association.14Jimmy Cavallo – Newsvetter Editor

Gino Montoya28Carl Hastings - By-LawsHolley Holran25Lanny Lowman – Racer’s EdgeJohn Kindell252018 Committee ChairsKen Rees – Drag Race Series”There were a total of 45 Events and Club Meetings.”Scarlett and Gino Montoya – Community ServiceMost Participation of EventsStore Keepers – John and Jan KindellKen ReesSilver State – Ray and Barbara BelakMossyback Liaison - Debra LeathamSunshine – Scarla BurkettNCM Ambassador – Chris BurkettSponsor Liaison – Rex WilhoiteSPECIAL AWARDS88 Sanctioned EventsThis year we had 17 Members who attended at leastMost Active Members OverallThey have attended several events and membershipmeetings, many LVCA events, including social gatherings, hosting events and charity drives and chair persons events. We all enjoyed how they presented theDiaper Drive!Gino and Scarlett Montoya25 or more events and general membership meetings.Ken Rees43Skip Kelly43Richard Bolin43Pat Russell41Lanny Lowman39Brenda Cavallo31Jimmy Cavallo31David Smith31Scarlett Montoya31Denise Karpa31Kathy Clapp29Julie Cantonwine29Connie Gentry29Scott Mergele28“Special Recognition for Charity EventsThis award started back in 2006 within ourclub. This year the committee is recognizing “StreetTeens” This member has volunteered her time and effort to this Charity year after year.We were honored to present this year’s Special Recognition Award toSally McVaneBest Invitational EventThis year the committee recognized for the best Invitational Event goes to the “45th Anniversary Events.”We recognize Kathy Clapp and Bonnie Corbett fortheir hard work and time it took to have a banquet andorganize their “rocker” events throughout the year.15

Best Promotional FlyerVolunteer of the Year AwardThis year the committee is proud to award Gary This person has been President, Vice-President,Moore with the Best Promotional Flyer. His creative chaired many committees, and Co-Chaired more committees than I can count. She is always willing to helpdesign for “Track Days” was the winner.anyone. She is one of your Directors. She is always“Most Active Non-Member”smiling and going 100 percent to finish an event. Shenever says no. She is an outstanding asset to the club.This Non- Member participated in 13 EventsShe won national awards when she was NewsvetterSharron Boyd.Editor. She did an excellent job Co-Chairing the 45thAnniversary Events and Photo Shoot.She is always smiling and enjoys the membershipmeetings and loves to attend any event whenever she is Kathy Clappable. She is a nurse and really does try to attend eventswhen not working. I will never forget Sharon beingone of the cheering squad for the bowlers in Laughlin.We all love to see her attendance at any event.Most Active New Members award is nextJan has attended 12 events and Robert 7 this year.They became very active in the club starting in July atCars and Coffee, August membership meeting, 45thPhoto Shoot, Car Shows, 45th Christmas Party, and theToy Drive. Jan is the person who put together thebeautiful gift baskets for the 45th Christmas Party.What a talented woman and Robert has now volunteered to be the Newsvetter Editor.Robert and Jan HumphreyMost Active Long Standing MemberOur Racing ProgramsThis Is a someone who I am proud to call a goodfriend. He is a past President, Vice-president, Events Drag Racing Series – Ken ReesChair, and Co-Chaired many events. He has been an Racer’s Edge Series – Lanny Lowmanactive member for 25 years. He is always willing tohelp. I know this. for a fact. He volunteered to helpwith MKM for over 6 races. He currently judges theclean car award.Roy Hoernke16

Community Service AwardsLVCA Year Pins14 Points - Denise KarpaThis year the following year pins were awarded:12 Points – Julie Cantonwine5 Year Pins (8)11 Points – Gino Montoya, Scarlett MontoyaCarol Alba10 Points – Brenda Cavallo, Jimmy CavalloFrank Alba9 Points – TommyPat RussellDeGennaro, Nita Russell, Julie CantonwineMichael Gatenby8 Points - Ken Ackeret, Kathy Clapp, Ken ReesMaureen Martin7 Points – Mike Borders, Marsha Borders, WilliamBradley, Holley Holran, Skip Kelley, Lanny Lowman, Scarlett MontoyaBob O’Brien, Ingrid O’Brien, Terry Rees, Dave Smith, Julie ZacharyRex WilhoiteKeeton Zachary6 Points - Richard Bolin, Irene Duis, Larry Duis, Mark10 Year Pins (5) NEW MossybacksFetto, Connie Gentry, Lin Hoernke, Roy Hoernke5 Points - Carl Hastings, Judy Hastings, Benita Tommy DeGenaroKlaizner, Jerry Klaizner, Joel Thies, Barbara Belak,Joel ThiesBonnie Corbett, Ray Belak4 Points - Carl Corbett, Jim Gentry, Dawn Gregorio, Mark WynneJim Gregorio, Scott Mergele, Gary Moore, Bill Tho- Mike BordersmasMarsha Borders3 Points – Dennis Ledwon, Nancy Ledwon, Janet Lowman, Bob McVane, Sally McVane, Ron Peterson, 15 Year Pins (8)Scott WhiteDawn Gregorio13 Charity Events in 2018Donna MergeleLaps for Charity -- Child HavenScott MergeleSaint Patrick’s Day Parade – St. Baldric's FoundationGino MontoyaSuper Bowl Party – Street TeensKay PetersonChristmas in June – Animal FoundationRon PetersonNevada Open Road Challenge – Ely, NVJohn ScottMt. Charleston Get Away – Mt. Charleston VFDDarrell WoodSilver State Classic Challenge, Ely NV.20 Year Pins (2)Desert Thunder Car Show – Prime NV – Children’sEllen BlueCharityJeff BlueFindlay’s Thanksgiving Car Show – Child HavenAdopt-A- Kettle – Salvation Army25 Year Pins (1)Toy Drive – LVRoy HoernkeSuitcase Drive – Child Haven17

30 Year Pins (1)Marsha recognized a few people:Larry LevineFirst, special recognition and a thank you to Brenda,Skip’s Guest.40 Year Pin (1)We all know Skip spent a whole lot of effort to make2018 a great year. “I know Skip and the club appreciThis year, we had 5 Mossyback Inductees, presented ate your help and support.”by Larry Leard:Thank you, Brenda.Ron FoxSponsorship Recognition AwardThis is the 8th year that Findlay Chevrolet has been ourSponsor . Since 2011. Findlay Chevrolet has graciously agreed to be our Sponsor for 2019 and we arevery excited and happy to continue our relationshipThis year 11 people were new chairpersons.with all the folks at Findlay Chevrolet.We asked Tony and the Findlay Chevrolet Team to I thanked all the chairpersons for their service. I wouldnot have been able to do my job without their help andcome up and receive this award from us (LVCA).support.We also had an award for Slim Stephens – FindlayChevroletSlim has always been there for us and has been avail- Passing of the Gavelable at our club meetings to answer all our questions Bonnie and Past Presidentand/or just to say hello. And, in 2018, he became a Skip Kelleybonafide member of LVCA!Presentation of Plaque withGavel to 2019 PresidentBonnie Corbett LVCA 47The bowling Ball was notfound or presented.2018 LVCA President –Skip Kelley LVCA 462019 LVCA President –Bonnie Corbett LVCA 4718

Bonnie introduced her 2019 BoardSocializing MomentsIntroduction of 2019 Executive Board and CommitteeChairpersons:Executive BoardPresident: Bonnie CorbettVice President: Marsha BordersSecretary: Holley HolranTreasurer: Connie GentryDirectors: Skip KelleyMike BordersScott WhiteEvents Coordinator: Ken AckeretMembership: Kathy ClappNCCC Governor: Carl CorbettNewsvetter Editor: Robert HumphreyPublicity: Sharon GrodzinskyWeb Master: Lenard GrodzinskyCommittee ChairpersonsBy-Laws: Carl HastingsCommunity Service: Gino and Scarlett MontoyaDrag Racing: Ken ReesNCM Ambassador:Sandra HartRacers Edge: Ken AckeretSponsor Liaison: Scott MergeleStorekeepers: John and Jan KindellSunshine: Benita KlaiznerHistorian and Archives: Lin Hoernke2019 President RemarksThis concluded our awards for the night. We hopeeveryone enjoyed the rest of the evening with conversation and dancing. The committee thanked membersand guest for coming.19

SUPERBOWL PARTY 2019Super Bowl 2019 we had a great turnout with a lot of great food. There wereSuper Bowl board games, raffle prizes and a whole lot of camaraderie. I want tothank all of you who stepped up to the plateand donated your time, food and raffle prizesto help out at another fun LVCA event! It wasawesome because of you all being here.Now Go Knights Go!20

President’sRunBySkip KelleySkip Kelley, Pat Russell,Ken Rees, Sharron & Lennard GrodzinskyPhotos byWe stopped at Redstone for a bit oflunch, lots of photos, and draw for someRaffle prizes, including a 395 gift cardto Speed Vegas won by Barbara Belak.On Saturday, February 9th, 26 shiny Corvettes gathered at the Fiesta Hendersonto celebrate another exciting year filledwith wonderful events and gatherings.The weather cleared up as we headeddown winding, rolling, beautiful NorthShore Road in the Lake Mead NationalRecreation Area.21

Then, off to Rogers Spring, a beautifuloasis that many of us didn’t even knowexisted.We ended the day by rolling up to Overton to a little Mom & Pop café called“Inside Scoop” for a bit of ice cream andswapping stories.Thanks so much to allwho attended, and thosewho supported me thispast year.22

Carl CorbettPhotos Skip KelleyByThis photo is a collection of Corvette racingdrivers that have autographed my coil cover.Learn Repair Maintain Enjoy!That’s what Garage Gang is all about.Along with coffee and the donuts.Of course I had to show off some of my modelcar collection and art.On Saturday, February 16th, in Carl Corbett'sgarage the weather was perfect for a Callowayair filter clean and lube project on my 2006Z06.As you can see it needed cleaning.We had a great turn out. Sixteen peoplesigned the waver form. Here is a photo ofsome of the gang who attended!!Got a project? Need advice?Need a hand? Join the Gang!23

2019 Corvette Championship Drag Racing Series - Round OneRound one of the 2019 Corvette Championship Drag Racing Series was held at The Stripon a cool Sunday, February 17th, 2019. Only six LVCA hot Corvettes with their owners were inattendance due to the forecast cool temperatures and the threat of rain. The Strip track crewdid an outstanding job of track prep and once the temps warmed up a bit and the racingstarted, we found out how sticky the track was. After three practice rounds (time trials), theLVCA drag racers got down to business and moved into the elimination rounds. The long winter break dulled the drag racing skills of our elderly racers a bit—Several red lights and breakouts. However, Pat Russell showed the rest of us how it should be done with a .008 secondreaction time and the near perfect dial-in time during the first round. After three rounds ofeliminations, a first-time winner won—WELL DONE Chris Burkett. I would like to personallythank all of the LVCA members for coming and participating in our first drag race of the year.For those of you who might be interested in drag racing, please check out the LVCA web siteunder the Competition/Ladies and Gentlemen Start your Engine tabs. Former member andLVCA racing champion, Cathy Wilson, put together a great explanation of E. T. bracket racing.Series points can be checked on the LVCA web site under the Competition tab, and theRacer's Edge tab.Congratulations go out to the following event winners:WinnerChris BurkettRunner UpPat Russell1st Round Closest to Dial In:Pat Russell (12.584 on a 12.500 Dial In)1st Round Best Reaction Time:Pat Russell (.008)Quickest ET:Ken Rees (11.485)Check our web site home page for track times and mark your calendar for Saturday, March16th and Saturday March 23rdd for Rounds Two and Three of the Corvette Drag Racing Series.24

2019 Corvette Drag Racing SeriesE.T. Bracket Racing:Track Fee:Round Two – Saturday March 16 40.00Round Three – Saturday March 23Round Four – Saturday Sept 7Finals – Saturday September 28***Check www.vegasvettes.com and www.lvms.com for track times***Ken Rees: 702-649-149525

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Clean Car Award for February 2019Was not awarded due to inclement weather.HOWEVER the month of March there will be two“Clean Car Awards”,dust off and polish up those rides!Las Vegas Corvettes AssociationP.O. Box 80831Las Vegas, NV 89180-0831For more informationvisit us atLVCA General Membership Meeting7:30 P.M.2nd Thursday of the month at:Sun City MacDonald Ranch2020 W. Horizon Ridge ParkwayHenderson, NV 89012(702) 294-1392www.vegasvettes.com30

Racer's Edge: Ken Rees - 702-649-1495 Marvin Maize - 702-655-4952 Drag Race Series: Ken Rees - 702-649-1495 . 8th annual OC Vettes poker run WC-325-001 Sanctioned gimmick rally . Matchbox drag racing, miniature golf tournament, parties . 5 Las Vegas Corvettes Association Schedule of