July 2006, Volume 9, Issue 8


General Meeting - August 1, 2006
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by President Keith Thorson.

Visitor Robert Holland, formerly of Atlanta, GA and now a resident of Elk Grove, introduced himself. He owns a 1995 Trans Am. His immediate concern is a passing California SMOG standards for his car and is trying to find a Dyno.

Secretary's Minutes for the July 11, 2006 meeting were approved as printed in the Trans Script.

The Treasurer's Report for July 2006 was read by Treas. J.O. Raff and approved as read.


Old Business: Past Events;
Activities Director Ted Bechtel reported on the July 15th Pool Party at the Raff's. The day was hot, the pool water was warm, the food was filling and everyone present had a good time. There was no other Old Business to address.

Old Business: Past Events;
Under the heading of New Business, Ted gave information on Upcoming Events, see Upcoming Events shown below.

Dave Gershon reported on the July POCI Nationals in Ontario, CA. The Nationals, open to Pontiacs and GMC Trucks, had not been in California since 1993. He explained the difference in Point Scoring and the Standard Show. Three of the winners in the Standard Show, Parrish Falk and Russ Horning with Gold awards and Jim Mandas with a Silver all attended our 2004 Transarama! Our old friend and sponsor, Ken Croce was there also. Dave also presented some awesome pictures.

With business completed, the meeting was adjourned at 8:46 PM after being moved by Ted Bechtel .

Respectfully Submitted; Irene Raff, Secretary.

TACA, GSC Meeting Place and Time.

Club Meetings will be held at Reliable Pontiac-Cadillac, 400 Automall Drive, Roseville, CA at 7:00 PM on the first Tuesday of each month. Anyone with an interest in the Pontiac Firebird, Trans Am, Formula or Firehawk is welcome to attend.

Birthdays.
Charlene Thompson, Aug 2nd
Barry LaFond, Aug 17th
Jack Frediani, Sept 2nd
Mary Brown, Sept 24th
Katherine Prinzivalli, Sept 29th

Upcoming Events: 2006.
JIMBOY'S 'CRUISE NIGHTS'
2nd Saturday each month, 4:00 to 9:00 PM, Jimboy's Tacos, 3636 Taylor Road, Loomis, including live entertainment, awards and a raffle. Meet at Jimboy's in Loomis.

YUBA CITY IHOP CAR SHOWS
Every Saturday, 4:00 to 9:00 PM, Hwy. 99, Yuba City, (See Below for Club Run).

MEL'S DRIVE IN - ELK GROVE
Every Saturday, No other information available.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - 8/1/06
Tuesday, August 1st, Reliable Pontiac-Cadillac, 7:00-8:45 PM.

YUBA CITY IHOP CAR SHOW - 8/19/06
Saturday, Aug. 19th, Meet at Levitz Parking Lot, 2:30 PM, depart at 3:00 PM.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - 9/5/06
Tuesday, Sept. 5th. Reliable Pontiac-Cadillac, 7:00-9:00 PM.

BEVERLY'S CAR SHOW - 9/5/06
Saturday, Sept. 30th, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Meet at Levitz at 8:00 AM, depart at 8:30 AM.
The Registration Fee is a new, unwrapped toy. A benefit for hospitalized children.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - 10/3/06
Tuesday, Oct. 3rd. Reliable Pontiac-Cadillac, 7:00-8:45 PM.

5th ANNUAL VACAVILLE ALL PONTIAC CAR SHOW - 10/14/06
Saturday, October 14th, Vacaville Pontiac, 350 Orange Drive, Vacaville. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Registration by Oct. 7th., $20.00 but $30.00 at the event, 8:00 to 9:30 AM. Judging starts at 10?00 AM. "Pick Your Own Prize" raffle plus Special Awards and 1st, 2nd & 3rd awards in all classes from 1963. Benefit for Heather House.

APPLE HILL - 10/29/06
Sunday, October 29th, Meet at Kmart Parking Lot at 7:30 AM, depart at 8:00 AM. Principal stop will be High Hill Ranch. Principal stop will be High Hill Ranch.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - 11/7/06
Tuesday, Nov. 7th. Reliable Pontiac-Cadillac, 7:00-9:00 PM. Election Night.

CALIFORNIA BERGER SHOW AND SHINE - 11/06
Tentatively Mid-November. More info to follow

ANNUAL MEETING & CHRISTMAS PARTY - 12/3/06
Tentatively, Sunday, December 3rd, Sacramento Brewing Company, Fulton & Marconi, Sacramento. Brunch will be approximately $15.00 per person including tax & gratuity after the Club subsidizes $10.00 per paid member. More info to follow