DIVISION 3 ROAD DIVISION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 20, 2006

Chairman Mark Catlin called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.

17 people were in attendance, representing 11 clubs.

Secretary’s Report: was read and accepted.

Treasurer’s Report:

General Fund: $1577.02

Emergency Fund: $2268.88

AMA Grant: $1250

Charity Fund: $250

Monies for "Support our Troops" efforts: $63.

Two people were assisted by the Emergency Fund for the full amount possible

($250): Tammy Chamberlain and Pat Schlamowitz.

One club still is outstanding with its dues.

The report was accepted.

Legislative Report:

-The Yield-Right-of-Way bill is still treading in the Rules Committee, but is expected to pass this session. The bill might be split with the penalties and surcharges a separate bill. Larry S. is working on this with the new lawyer in the Rules Committee, John Bailey.

-Assemblyman Ortiz has two bills pending; the original bill that would require all vehicles to have a breathalyzer and a new one that restricts the breathalyzer to only those with a DUI / DWI conviction. This second bill has a better chance of passing.

-The PAC received $41 during the meeting.

Old Business:

-Banquet: we now have 10-12 nominations so far! Keep them coming - the March meeting is the deadline! T Frier made tickets and a flyer for the event.

She will send tickets to club reps who were not at the meeting. T will need a count for the restaurant, so please let her know how many tickets you have sold and/or how many people you know will be attending by April 18th. Please promote this event to your club! The banquet will be on April 22nd, drinks at 5 pm, dinner at 6 pm at the Quarry Steak House, Climax, NY. Tickets are $30, $10 of which will go to the Emergency Fund. Please don’t forget door prizes! We have only one so far...

-Trifolds: the trifolds should be ready for the March meeting.

-John R. reported on the Vietnam Wall escort. They will be based out of Malta and are awaiting on the place and date. The organizers of the Wall are excited to have motorcyclists involved.

New Business:

-Denis P. reported that Dal Smilie is now chairman of the Board and that Rick Gray has stepped down due to his win in the Lancaster Mayoral election.

The secretary will write a letter on behalf of the District to congratulate Dal and another to thank Rick Gray for his service.

-Larry M. reported that the North Carolina DA in charge of his case was appointed a judge and is now running for reelection of that position. A motion was made, voted on and accepted that the PAC would contribute $500 to his campaign in memory of Tee Moyer. Larry S. will contact the Off-Road Division to determine their response. Denis P. noted that information about the candidate and Larry M’s case is on the National AMA website for the Carolinian contingent. The secretary will send a letter in support of the candidate.

-Denis P. reported that we had good attendance at the International Bike Show, our flyers were printed for free and that many were taken by the MANYS that services western New York. Look for new bikers at our events this summer.

Good and Welfare:

-Mark Catlin gave another update on Tammy Chamberlain’s condition.

-Prospector is ill but should be back in action soon. Feel free to give him a call.

Announcements:

-The Roamers are hosting a Charity Bowling event on March 5th. The event will be at Sportsman’s Bowl on Crane St. in Schenectady from 11 am to 3 pm.

Please contact Jim Diegel for more info at 356-1320 or check the website.

-The Roamers’ Fun Run kicks off the riding season on April 30th. Please join the club in celebration of their 60th Anniversary. Contact Jim Diegel for more info at 356-1320 or check the website.

-The Red Knights are celebrating their 25th anniversary with a raffle to win a motorcycle or cash value. Tickets will be ready next month. Contact John Rucinski for more info: rkmcny12@spa.net.

-AMA District 3 Road Division meeting: Monday, March 20th, 7:30pm at the Village Diner, 1090 Troy-Schenectady Rd., Latham, NY 12110. 518-783-6005.

Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.