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Volume 53 - Issue 5 May, 2019
Message from the Prez . . .Summer feels like it is almost here, and with it comes carshows, drives with the top off, and perhaps a sunburn or three.And if you are like me, you want to take your Vette everywhereyou go. I'm thinking the Ozarks, the Rockies and the Gulfshore beach.
Like many of you, I'mgoing to clean her upand enter into a fewcar shows. And I'll tryno t to ge t toooverzealous protecting our baby, even though it's agonizing whensomeone leans on the freshly waxed paint and leaves a greasyhandprint.
(Just wondering: If there were a security system that vaporized anyonethat got too close - What would it cost? …. Could Dallas install it?)
There will be an exciting event this summer - the unveiling of the new C8Mid-Engine Corvette on July 18th. In the last week we learned thatGeneral Motors plans to add a second shift and more than 400 hourlyand 40 salaried positions at its Bowling Green, KY assembly plant tosupport production of the C8
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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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The additional shift, which GM announced Thursday, is expected to beadded during the second half of the year, according to a GM spokesman.They do not expect to hire any new employees to fill the shift believingthey have enough current employees, including those on layoff, to fill thepositions.The BG factory employs nearly 900 people: 714 hourly, 164 salaried.Corvette production was last on two shifts in 1985 following the introductionof the fourth-generation Corvette for the 1984 model-year. That secondshift lasted for a year.
Tours of theBowl ingGreenAssemblyP lan t a recurrently not available and a date for reopening thetours has not been released. However, some VIPswere able to purchase tours through the NCM in April at$500 each. Here is the most recent artistic rendering of what thenew C8 may look like according to FVS from theMidEngineCorvetteForum.com. I can't wait - guess it's time to buy a lottery ticket, eh?All the best - the Prez!
NCM CORVETTE RAFFLENext Generation Corvette VIN #25 - 8/31/19
Price: $25.00 Unlimited Raffle
Drawing: August 31, 2019 3:00 PM
At this time, we offer purchasers located in Kentucky the abilityto purchase raffle tickets on their personal computers, mobiledevices and on-site at the National Corvette Museum and NCMMotorsports Park.
To purchase a raffle ticket online, you must be at least 18 yearsof age and be physically located in Kentucky at the time ofpurchase. You do not have to be a resident of Kentucky to participate.
If you are not located in Kentucky, you may download an Order Form from ths site belowand mail it in forprocessing at NCM.
https://raffle.corvettemuseum.org/RaffleTicketOrderForm.cfm
Next Generation Corvette VIN #25 - 8/31/19 Raffle
Saturday, May 4th Drive & Eat
Meet in the parking lotof the RiverlawnChristian Church4243 N. Meridian
Hosted By: Gene BrownGroup leaves Promptly
At 2:00pm
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Minutes from the April 3, 2019 ACCC MeetingCalled to order by President Mike Blackburn at 6:45pm at Davis-Moore ChevroletRoll call by registration; 33 members presentThere were 5 guests in attendance.Ron Hayword, a guest of Andy Michael is celebrating birthday 54 on this date. Linda & Mel Graves (Burgundy 2016 Z51)Marty Cessna (Red 2001 Coupe)Curtis Tobias owns a Sliver 1984 Coupe that he is donating as a prize to be raffled as a fund raiser. The proceeds will be donated tosupport the victims injured in the recent Clearwater car crash. Mr. Tobias explained the situation and long-term care that will berequired. He is asking ACCC, as a non-profit organization, to sponsor the raffle as required by State laws. A motion was made by Mike Dierking to have ACCC sponsor the raffle given it is within the parameters of what the Club can do. 2nd byTex Titterington. Members were unanimously in favor of helping with this cause and supporting the effort in any way possible to have asuccessful outcome.Minutes from previous meeting: Motion to approve as written by Ron Oelkers, 2nd by Jay Shore.Approved with no oppositionSecretary, Marc Haynes: Birthday party for Mike Mckee was very well attended. Mike was very happy and enjoyed it. Dallas Keller reported that Deb Schmitz had a medical episode and is doing fine now. Vice President Charlie Timmons: Club’s membership. 89 memberships currently in good standing with 65 spouses/others. Total is154No new members, no renewals for the month.Treasurer, Linda Smith: Beginning balance $1675.62. $0 expenses, $54 income (50/50 $24, new member $30). Ending balance $1729.62. A written report is on file.President Balckburn addressed pending financial adjustments from previous discussions. First item is raising the annual dues structure by $5. Kent Michael provided some history on this item from years past. Sharon Magyar made a motion to revise the Club by Laws to reflect an increase of $5 for renewals and new memberships,effective in 2020. Renewals will become $30, new memberships will be $35. Late fees of $5 on renewals will remain the same.2nd by Jay Shore. Motion passed with no opposition. Members attending the annual Award Banquet will pay the sales tax portion of the meal cost.Davis-Moore will pay entry fee for the Riverfest Sundown Parade. Club will purchase vinyl “cling type” banners to adhere to the side ofthe cars recognizing the Club and Davis-Moore. Efforts will be made to reduce food cost for the annual Christmas party. Officer at Large, Andy Michael:Report on past events; March 16 at “The Kitchen” in Old TownTop points: 1st Blackburn, 105. 2nd Brotton, 95. 3rd Mehl, 90. 4th Michael, 75.Events Chairman, Randy Smith:Monte Rans invited members to a Club Weekend at the Salina SCCA track. Show of hands to determine a large interest. Preston Hughes spoke on the April 13 Drive and Eat to the Yoder Kitchen. April 18-20 Hot Springs Corvette Weekend, Hot Springs, Arkansas, Convention Center. Mike Blackburn has arranged for a Club dining event that will also serve as a fund raiser. Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 pm. On the Border, 2347 N. Maize Rd. will donate 20% of food purchases back to the Club. Watch for an eventnotice on email and Facebook. May 4 Drive and Eat hosted by Marcene and Gene BrownRandy Smith advised that August Airport might be having a B-17 on site in June for photo opportunity. More to come.Jay Shore is coordinating the NCM 25th Anniversary Caravan. August 28-31More information on several other events on the ACCC website and Facebook page. Newsletter, Kent Michael:www.AirCapitalCorvetteClub.comOld Business: NoneItems for sale: 4 1999 Corvette wheels contact Kent MichaelNew Business: email any Board member with comments and ideas.Show of hands for the after-meeting dinner and free pie at Village Inn.50/50 Pot Winner: Bob Applebaugh $23Door Prize Winner: Barbara & Victor CooperMeeting adjourned at 7:53pmNext Meeting: May 1, 2019, 6:45pm at Davis-Moore Chevrolet Respectfully submitted,Marc Haynes,Secretary
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Corvette Club MembersMost of the long time membersknow our daughter Sara (membersince birth). She is graduatingfrom WSU and we would like toex tend an inv i ta t i on to hergraduation, We feel the club hasbeen a great part of all of our livesand would like to include you all inthis joyous occasion.
We will also be hosting a smallg raduat ion ge t toge ther onSunday, May 19th at 319 N.Evergreen. 1-4pm
Don & Annie Crigler
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Minutes from the April 16, 2019 ACCC E-Board MeetingCalled to order by President: Mike Blackburn at 6:45pm
Roll call: all present, no guests
Secretary: Marc Haynes:
Report that Dale Broton has undergone abdominal surgery resting at home.
Motion by Linda Smith to approve minutes as written, 2nd by Andy Michael. Minutes approved.
Vice President: Charlie Timmons:
2 new members since last meeting. Linda and Melvin Graves, and Curtis Tobias
Member count is 91 with 67 additional. 158 total.
Treasurer: Linda Smith:
Bank balance $1682.62 $100 reimbursement to Barb and Dale Brotton for Sundown Parade.
Receipts; $23 from 50/50 and $30 from new member.
Officer at Large: Andy Michael:
Top Points; 1st Mehl 115, 2nd Hughes 110, 3rd tie Blackburn & Michael 105, 5th Brotton, Duvanel
Drive and eat to Yoder Kitchen had 55 attendees, 21 Vettes, (ACCC 46 & 17)
All Drive and eat monthly events have hosts.
Events Chairman: Randy Smith
Several upcoming events. Full listing available on website
May 4 Drive and eat hosted by Marcene and Gene Brown.
Kansas City show and shine at Hendrix Chevrolet, May 5.
Augusta Airport Car and Bike show June 8.
Randy and Linda’s Drive and Eat is scheduled for June 15.
Newsletter: Kent Michael:
Old Business:
Discussion regarding Club involvement in the Tobias Family fund raiser / car raffle.
Motion made by Andy to allow the Tobias 84 Vette at the ACCC All Corvette Show at Walt’s Hamburgers onMay 11th, 2nd by Linda, motion approved.
Charlie Timmons will be running the meetings in Mike’s absence. May 21st E Board, & June 5 regular.
New Business:
Kent will update the ACCC membership application form reflecting the new dues assessments to take effecton August 1, 2019.
Meeting adjourned: 7:25 pm
Next Board Meeting: May 21, 2019, at Kent’s Shop, 6:45pm
Respectfully submitted,Marc Haynes,Secretary
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2019 Schedule of Events
May 1ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
May 310th Annual Erin is Hope Benefit Car Show, Hosted By Wheat State Falcons, 4921 E 21st N (at Oliver), Wichita, Kansas.
May 33rd Annual Boys & Girls Clubs Cow Creek Concours d’Elengance, 600 W 2nd, Hutchinson, Kansas.
May 3-4
McPherson College Motoring Festival, Presented by C.A.R.S. Club,McPherson College, 1600 E Euclid St, McPherson, Kansas.
May 4 ACCC May Drive and Eat, Hosted by: Gene & Marcene Brown.
May 4 15th Annual Newton Downtown Car Show, Main Street, Newton, Kansas.
May 4Cedar Pointe Church 3rd Annual Sweet Rides Car Show, 9221 E 31st South, Wichita, Kansas.
May 4 3rd Rose Hill Historical Society Benefit Car Show, Rose Hill, Kansas.
May 11A.C.C.C.All Corvette Show, Walt’s Hamburgers, Tyler & Kellogg, Wichita, Kansas.
May 16-18C4 Gathering @ National Corvette Museum, National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, Kentucky.
May 17-18Spring Swap Meet Sponsored by Sedgwick Street Rodders, Kansas State Fairgrounds, Hutchinson, Kansas.
May 17-19 29th Annual Lone Star Corvette Classic, Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, Texas.
May 31-June 1
Route 66 Oklahoma Corvette Roundup Car Show, Central Oklahoma Corvette Club, Haffer Park, S Bryant Ave at E 9th St, Edmond, Oklahoma.
June 1 NCRS Midway USA All Corvette Show. Davis Moore Chevrolet. Wichita, Kansas.
June 5ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
June 8 ACCC June Drive and Eat, Hosted by: ????????.
June 20-22 Bloomington Gold Corvettes, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis,Indiana
July 3ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
July 6 ACCC July Drive and Eat, Hosted by: Randy & Linda Smith.
July 17-20 Black Hills Corvette Classic, Spearfish, South Dakota.
August 7ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
August 10 ACCC August Drive and Eat, Hosted by: Betty Henderson & Veronica Brubaker
August 22-25 Corvettes at Carlisle,Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
August 28-312019 Caravan & NCM 25th Anniversary Celebration, National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, Kentucky.
September 4ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
September 7 ACCC September Drive and Eat, Hosted by: Andy & Jess Michael.
October 2ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
October 4-6 Eureka Springs Corvette Weekend, Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
October 12 ACCC October Drive and Eat, Hosted by: Phyllis & Richard Burch.
November 6ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
November 9 ACCC November Drive and Eat, Hosted by: ????????.
December 4ACCC Meeting, 6:45 P.M., Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita, Kansas.
December 7 ACCC Christmas Party.
Air Capital Corvette ClubWichita, Kansas
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Air Capital Corvette ClubMay, 2019 Newsletter
Next MeetingWednesday, May 1st, 2019
6:45 P.M.Davis-Moore Chevrolet8200 W. Kellogg Drive
Wichita, KS
The Air Capital Corvette Club meetings are held at 6:45 p.m. on the firstWednesday of each month at Davis-Moore Chevrolet, 8200 W. Kellogg Drive,Wichita, Kansas unless otherwise stated.
The Newsletter is published monthly for the members of the Air Capital CorvetteClub and other Car Clubs who wish to share newsletters or information with ourclub.
Air Capital Corvette ClubP.O. Box 813Wichita, Kansas 67201
