Club Officers Board of Directors President: Rick Aiello Dick
Bronson Dave Esch
Vice President: Roger Girourd Jim Esch Lenny Johnson
Secretary: Marie Gauci Jim Mortis Paul Strife
Assistant Secretary: Brian Getbehead Larry Natarelli- chairman
Treasurer: Miles Thompson
April 2007 Newsletter
Notes from the April 7th Membership Meeting, by Jimmy Rasmussen:
The monthly meeting was held at the Delta Lake Fire Dept 7:00 p.m.; 25
members were in attendance.
The meeting started off with Mary Jo Beach representing WODZ/Oldiez96,
presenting the club with vital information about hosting this year's Friday
Night Cruise In at St John's Church on East Dominick Street. She introduced the
new DJ to host the event, Bob Kane, and explained how cooperative he will be in
promoting our particular event. She went on to explain how the DJ would get
fully involved with the Tappet Twirlers on our evening of fun. He will gladly
let us pass out flyers for any of our up coming events, as long as it does not
conflict with another event Oldiez may be hosting at the same time. The package
sounded very interesting, with air time on 4 different radio stations all summer
long, identifying the cruise in time, place, and the fun were are going to have.
They will also bring the 1976 firebird to the event that they are promoting to
give away at the end of the season. Mary Jo spent several minutes explaining the
benefits of the package, and left several flyers mapping out what will actually
transpire. The club thanked her for her presentation. After she left, there was
a short discussion and a motion was made and seconded to incorporate Oldiez 96
to our Friday Night Cruise Ins.
In conjunction with this topic, there was discussion on the need for additional
volunteers to set up tear down, and do the fifty-fifty, as well as the ice cream
stand. A sign up list was laid out on the table and several members stepped up.
The president and board members will be reviewing the list to set up the
committees and start the work. It is going to be very user friendly; the work
will be well disbursed through out the summer; everyone who volunteers will have
time to enjoy the event. No long term commitments will be endured by any one
member; the theme remains to have fun and enjoy our great hobby.
We are looking into food vendors for our Cruise Ins; a few different names came
up and they will be contacted to see which ones will be mutually beneficial to
our event.
Another subject that was brought up was the selling of "T" shirts. Larry
Natarelli mentioned that he would look into this- more to follow regarding cost
vs. retail. This will determine the practicality of taking on this venture
again.
Sponsors are still needed to fulfill empty slots for events. Any and all are
greatly needed and appreciated. If you contact a potential sponsor, please
contact Rick Aiello so he can add them to the list. This needs to be a group
effort.
We also need raffle "give aways" to support the Cruise Ins. Anything thing you
may have at home, even old articles, die cast models, pieces of history,
anything- we can use to give away- and yes we can knock on doors to local
businesses to ask for their help.
Plaques are being made by Dick Bronson to present to the sponsors of specific
events, and we are looking into how we can get the pictures in the plaques as
quickly as possible, enabling the sponsors to display them in their place of
business.
Brian Getbehead said he would be able to do the engraving for the bottom metal
plates.
Brian Esch is willing to have a meeting with Jim Donovan, who is head of the
Canal Fest Activities, to help coordinate our event. More to follow.
Another subject that was brought up was the Cruise International at the casino.
Mr. Erickson was the contact for this event, and apparently was thrilled to hear
that the Tappet Twirlers would volunteer their time to make this event a
success; in return they would make us a success. "Success is judged by many, not
one", Jimmy Rasmussen. Here again, we need the help and cooperation of club
members- more will follow. The meeting for April was well received, many good
things came about, and I sense a new life for this great car club.
Another piece of the news letter concerns dues: Brian Getbehead presented a good
point- a three part receipt book, to be used in collection of the dues. Three
people were named to be the recipients of the dues: Dave Esch, Miles Thompson,
and Brian Getbehead. These are the people to search out in respect to dues
payment, of which you will receive a receipt from the three part book.
More interesting stuff! Larry Natarelli is now involved with the Rome Chamber of
Commerce. This is good for local functions with the city and community. There
again, if Larry gets involved and needs support for this as a club we need to be
there.
We need to look into the future for the taste of the arts, not a sole club
function but as a city/ community function. We need to show support for local
events- there's no place like home and we are part of Rome- 53 years worth,
let's be there!
On a personal note, I am asking for club support in an event that is coming up
June 9th. A personal friend and co worker of my son Justin and Laurie, at the
Wal-Mart Pharmacy here in Rome, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, which has
traveled to the lungs. Pam Litler is the woman whom this benefit is for. What is
being asked is that if we could, as a group, bring our cars to the Taberg
Fireman's Field Pavilion on this day. Drivers of the cars will receive free food
and drink for their suppot; passengers are requested to donate to benefit for
Pam's cause. Of course any donation would be gladly received. There will be
bands- music of all varieties all day long. The benefit starts at 1:00 til???
This is a re-occurrence for Pam. Any thing we can do as group to draw attention
for her cause, would be greatly appreciated; if you have any questions or need
contact information please call 338-7911 option 0 ask for Laurie/ Kelly; or
email probe2853@aol.com. I personally thank you if we could gather a group of
cars in support, Jim Rasmussen.
We look forward to the Rome Home Show this month; hopefully we can make a decent
showing to support our community, after all we are the Tappet Twirlers- Rome's
finest!
Notes from the Car Club Association Meeting held April 10th by Jimmy Rasmussen:
Five members of the Tappet Twirlers attended the Central Car Club Association
meeting April 10th at Barbegallo's in Syracuse: Nick Lombardo, Larry Natarelli,
Jim Mortis, Dick Bronson, and Jim Rasmussen.
The main topic of discussion was the Syracuse Nationals; Bob O'Connor was in
attendance, who heads up the event, along with the number of car clubs that
support the event. Much discussion was made about the cruise from the event to
downtown Syracuse, and the impact it may have on the over-all venue coming into
the event at the fair grounds. The thought was that if it was held on Saturday,
it would take away from the spectators entering the fair grounds, thus loosing
the revenue needed to make the nationals successful. Some discussion was made,
and at this point they are working on having the cruise happen Thursday prior to
opening the event on Friday...at this point it seemed more beneficial, thus
keeping full concentration on the event Friday thru Sunday.
Also to those who are familiar with the program "my classic car", Dennis Gage
will be at the nationals this year. He will be conducting an interview with
Dennis Connor, who is the president of the Central NY Car Association. Dennis
Gage comes to the nationals with a heavy price tag, so you can see why having
every possible entry into the event is important for the success of the Syracuse
Nationals. Mr. O'Connor held up several magazines showing the exposure the
Syracuse Nationals is getting, including over seas- in a British publication. He
works very hard for the success of this event, which leads me to our role in
supporting that success.
We need to start compiling a list of cars willing to partake in the Cargil
Building this year. We have at this point 25 openings. Anyone who has not had
the opportunity to park in-doors in a controlled environment doesn't know how
convenient it is. Those that wish to consider this will be asked to sign up at
the next meeting as it will be necessary to forward it on to the planning
committee of the Cargil Building.
If any other information is needed, you can contact me, Jimmy Rasmussen, at
jlrasmu72@aol.com
I will be glad to get answers to any questions, with the help of the board, the
officers, what ever it takes, we will get answers.
Calendar of Events
May 1st, 2007: next club meeting
May 8th, 2007: 7PM-Barbedello's Restaurant: Car Club Association
July, 2007: Classic Chevy show in Maryland marking the 50th anniversary- more to
follow.
Event Committees are now forming, please sign up at the next meeting!
Keep in Your Thoughts and Prayers
If you know of a member and/or family member who has died, is hospitalized, or
ill, let us know so we can keep them in our prayers.
Bill Defazio's wife, Sue, is still ill; please keep her in your thoughts and
prayers.
Dave Esch's wife, MaryAnn is recovering from surgery; please keep her in your
thoughts and prayers.
From Marie: thank you all for your prayers, cards, flowers and phone calls. They
certainly help to brighten my day! Thanks again and I hope to be seeing you all
soon!
Trophies and Awards
If your ride won a trophy, received an award or was featured in a publication,
tell Marie so we can share it with the rest of the members.
Goods and Services
Members can advertise their business and the goods and services they provide.
Thompson Scrap Removal: towing available by flatbed truck; removal of cars,
trucks, metal, and appliances. Large jobs done by quote- call 335-9680 or
337-9680.
Batcave Auto Reconditioning: complete detailing on daily drivers, show cars,
race cars, and boats. Same day service- call Ray Wakulik 335-2897.
D & D Enterprises: food catering, special events, and fairs. Call Dave or Deb
Strange 337-3422.
Blast from the Past
Only a few cars in the US have sold over one million cars!!! In this group,
there were three fords; can you name them????
1} the Model A
2} the Fairlane
3} the Mustang
The mustang holds the record over 1 million sales, for two years. Thank you,
Dick Bronson, for providing us with that information.
For Sale/ Wanted
If you have a vehicle and/or parts that you want to sell or buy, call Marie
(339-1711).
FOR SALE: 1988 Pontiac Formula 350. Automatic. 31577miles. All options except
T-Tops. Black w/red interior. Adult driven, garaged/covered car condition is
excellent. No winters. $12,400.00
For more info, go to http://users.adelphia.net/~caskab/formula350/1988_FORMULA_350.html
Craig 790-9832 caskab@adelphia.net
Wanted: garage space for one or two cars, (Bradley GT Electric- about the size
of a Corvette, and a 1971 Super Beetle). Contact Don Davidson at 337-2124 or
dbdiii@hotmail.com
For Sale: 1968 Firebird Pro-street, 427, alum heads, $22,000.00. Dominick
Pedulla 796-1678
For Sale: Set of 4 Cragar rims, great shape, no rust, asking $125.00 or BO, call
Doug at 337-3035
For Sale: contact Tony Perritano at 374-3776 for the following: 1)'92 Plymouth
Duster (Sundance), 128K, V6, 3.0L, body and interior in good condition; fairly
new brakes, runs but needs tune up $400 or BO; 2) '95 Ford Taurus, 4 dr, 95K,
body little rust, pw, pb, good tires, new brakes, new gas lines, runs well. $750
or BO.
1978 Chevy Malibu - original. Has been stored for 10 years. Great paint and
upholstery; 350 engine. Headers, chrome side pipes, new shocks, coil. Call
Arnold at 336-9376.
Next Meeting: Tuesday, May 1st at 7:00 pm at Lake Delta Fire House on Elmer Hill
Road.
Please park behind the building.