ROCKLAND COUNTY RADIO CONTROL CLUB    

Minutes of the August 14, 2007 Meeting

 

 

The meeting commenced at 8:00 pm at the Zukor Administration Building

 

Frank Mollo, President presided. There was a pledge to the Flag

 

 

GUESTS

There was one guest:     Bob Schreier

 

 

PRESIDENT’S OPENING REMARKS

Frank Mollo stated that the field has greatly improved. There will be a work day on the following Saturday, all are encouraged to participate. We should be able to complete most of the work that is required.

 

 

MINUTES

Stephen Carrozza read the minutes from the 7-10-07 meeting into the record. The minutes were accepted as written.

 

 

TREASURER’S REPORT

Oliver Fuchs reported that we have established a new CD with 5.25% interest which is a great improvement over the previous rate.

 

 

VICE-PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Al Betancourt announced that the Pascack event will be held on January 13, 2008, with a January 27th snow date. He also will be setting up teams for all upcoming events for the remainder of the year.

 

 

FLIGHT LEADER REPORT

Jim Nelson stated that the field is in good shape, and that the flying has been good. He stated that the July 29 fun fly was successful. There were numerous contests and prizes, the winners of which he listed. He announced that the next fun fly will be August 26.

 

Frank Mollo reminded the membership that 2:00 pm to dusk flying is still on for Sterling.

 

 

SAFETY OFFICER’S REPORT

Bob Greenberg stated that some fixed wing pilots are flying too far over the heli area, and insisted that they improve their distance judgment. He also reminded all Members not to hesitate to correct other flyers if they see this, or any other safety violation. He also reminded everyone to pick up their garbage, or any other garbage they see lying around.

 

 

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER REPORT

Joe Guzzo reminded the Members to check the web site about an article on hot weather flying, as it is pertinent, and could help prevent a critical mistake. He also reminded everyone check out the events page.

 

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Program                        Frank Mollo stated that we are still looking for a program subject and presenter for the second September meeting. Dan Dispenza volunteered, stating that he thought he had someone who can make a good presentation.

 

Pilot Qualifications         Bruce Leach has recently qualified for solo flight.

 

By-Laws                        Tom Rotella summarized the changes that are being developed.  He stated that these will be forthcoming by the September business meeting.

 

Membership                  Mike Maresca stated that  we currently have 192 paid members, including three new Provisionals.  He reminded all members to carry their cards for security. He announced that Bruce Leach and Bill Krauss will be interviewed and will be voted upon. Bill Pittelko has been interviewed, but is not present for a vote.

 

RFI Committee               Dan Dispenza stated that he is compiling a database on the new Spectrum systems, and requested the names of all Members who use them. He also requested that each user report the manufacturer and aircraft information, and  provide some commentary on the systems.

 

Good and Welfare -         Mike Maresca announced that he had a new baby boy. Frank stated that Howard Otchy is in the hospital for arterial tests.

 

Field maintenance -         None

 

Public Relations -             Al Betancourt stated that an individual from the Club went to Joanne from the Town and made derogatory and damaging statements. He stated that this will not be tolerated, and the individual will be dealt with.

 

 

DISCUSSIONS

 

  1. A question from the floor; “with the new security procedures, how can guests get in through the gate?” A procedure may have to be discussed and developed.
  2. Wenho Wu asked why three provisional members were rejected from the Club. Frank Mollo provided general explanations for the rejections.

 

 

OLD BUSINESS

None

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

  1. Walter  Witko made a motion to appoint  Carmine Cutrofello for Honorary Member status. Walter made statements to support his motion including the long years of service and dedication Carmine has made to the Club. The motion was seconded by Gill Weingarten. The motion was carried by a unanimous hand vote.
  2. Rich Landis spoke about the position of the heli flyers relative to the fixed wing runway. He made a motion to move the heli flyers back to the old runway. A great deal of discussion took place. It was decided to table the motion until the issue can be more empirically analyzed.

 

 

MISCELLANEOUS

 

1.                                  Dan Landis spoke briefly about his UAV flying experience.

2.                                  Rich Landis showed his twin engine electric Cessna ARF.

 

The next meeting will be held on September 11, 2007.

 

A Motion was made at 9:25 pm to adjourn, it was seconded, all agreed.

 

Prepared by SVCarrozza