Director's Corner
"From The Drivers Seat"

Greetings once again,
Hard to believe I am writing again and April is upon us. I would like to thank Steve Grissom, Al Howe, and Bill Johnson for handling the auction duties at the March Meeting. We had a good turn out and numerous items filled four tables. Thanks to all of you who brought items and to those who did some purchasing. There was a bidding war for two copies of a picture. They were large prints of our region during the 40th year celebration donated by Jim Seiber. The bidding nearly stalled, but started back up and the price doubled! Do you know who I gave the nickname of $8 Bob?

I briefly summarized news from the National VCCA Board Meeting in Texas last month. Here are a few of the highlights.

  1. Number of cars judged last year declined from previous year, but more of them were new cars (not judged before).
  2. The G&D Article Committee is seeking more technical articles and needs support of membership to submit them.
  3. Many discussions on actions, processes and issues related to membership including online payment and database visibility. These are all being worked and main focus on International members who have difficulties due to the money exchange between countries.
  4. Non-geographic regions were discussed. There currently is one for the VCCA Chevy Chat site. A Norway member is starting a 490 region and Dave Cavagnaro is trying to solicit Corvair owners.
  5. Board discussed the 2016 Anniversary Meet; early thoughts are to have it "out west".
  6. A Meet Chair for the 2011 Anniversary Meet needs to be appointed soon.
  7. National VCCA membership is down 175 from last year.
  8. Color pages in the G&D have been very well received. As a test, however, a future issue will be test printed on "matt" paper, which is slightly less glossy.

Did I mention that May is going to be a busy month? Saturday, May 3rd will be the "Show and Shine" at Lee Johnson Chevrolet. I hope our region makes a strong appearance as the LJ Family celebrate 75 years in business. We have the two other local Washington VCCA Regions joining us. I strongly suggest coming to the event, even if you are not bringing a car come show your support for our Region and the VCCA. This event will give us a tremendous opportunity to connect with fellow Chevrolet owners, who could be potential new members. More details about the show are on page 4. The very next day May 4th is the HCCA Breakfast and tour. Al Howe's Rhodie Gardens Tour is planned for May 10th. The Monroe Swap Meet is on the May 16, 17 and 18. Don't forget the Ballard Parade on May 17th. So, check your calendars and get your Chevrolet out on the road.
Just because you can't do everything doesn't mean you shouldn't do something. ~ Earl Nightengale, founder Nightengale Conant, Inc.                                                       Best regards-----Chevy Addict--Jim Martoza

April Meeting (4/28, Tillicum Middle School, 7:30 pm)

March showers bring April flowers and more Chevy activities. Our April meeting will include a presentation on '31 Chevy's by Dick Olson and Bill Barker. Don't miss the April 19th tour to Snoqualmie, Carnation and Duvall. On May 3rd Lee Johnson 75th anniversary car show, May 4th the HCCA breakfast & tour in Puyallup. Then enjoy brunch at the Black Diamond bakery and flower tour on May 10th. See you on tour and at the meeting. Al Howe

May Garage Nite

May 14th Garage Nite will be at Don Hatley's in Federal Way. 7 PM . Call for directions. Don has Chevy's and Goldwing motorcycles.