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The New
NOVEMBER
2014
MAILING ADDRESS:
Corvettes of the Bay
P.O. Box 13122
Green Bay, WI 54307-3122
WEBSITE:
www.corvettesofthebay.org
MEETINGS:
First Tuesday
of the Month
8:00pm
Wally’s Spot Supper Club
NEXT MEETING:
January 6, 2014
8:00pm
CLUB MEMBERS,
I would like to start this letter wishing all of our members a very
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Just think...after the New Year rolls in then only a few more
months until Corvette season is back in full swing again.
As you all know this is my last year as club President. The last 3
years as President have been nothing short of excellent.
With all the great members we have and everyone getting
involved in one way or another, it is great to see the membership
active, like one big happy family. I will be staying on as a Board
member for the next year, but I am sure Justin Bauer will do a
great job as our new President. Thank you for making my position as President so easy
and enjoyable and please welcome Justin with the same involvement and dedication to
the club.
With Christmas season upon us, there is a chance to ring the bell for Salvation Army
Red Kettle with Ed, then the Jorn’s Z06 sneak peak dinner run, followed by our
Christmas party in January. With all the busy body commotion during the Holidays,
please don’t forget to send in your club membership renewal. If you don’t renew by
January 1st, your membership will lapse.
This Holiday season take the time to relax and enjoy family and friends or even reach out
to an old friend or make some new friends.
Show your kindness in your own special way. Make
someone else have a great day by doing that little extra
giving.
See everyone at the Christmas Party if not before.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Thank you all again for the great 3 years,
Mike Cropsey
President, Corvettes of the Bay, 2012-2014
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IN THIS ISSUE!
Meeting Notes ................. 2
Treasurer Report............. 3
Dinner Run/Misc ............. 3
Events/Pics .................. 4,5
Classifieds ...................... 6
Sponsors ......................... 7
Car Shows/Misc .............. 8
Monthly Meeting Minutes - December 2, 2014
President Mike Cropsey called the meeting to order at 8:10 p.m. at Wally’s Spot with 53 members present. He asked that
all cell phones be turned off during the meeting, and mentioned that the previous meeting’s minutes were on the backside
of the agenda. Any corrections should be reported to any officer.
New Members: The club welcomed Mark and Bev Hendricks, 2001 C5 candy apple red Corvette.
New Cars or Project Cars: Harry Liebergen has his orange paint ordered for his next project car; Mike Rohr has a 3speed transmission for sale; and Dan Terrien is looking to buy two C4 rims.
November Dinner Run: Roger Schroeder reported 8 people attended the run to the Seymour Hotel for a great meal and
socializing.
Upcoming Christmas Party: Sue Rabideau is chairperson for this event. Wendy Cropsey reported in Sue’s
absence. The party will be held on January 10, 2015, at Julie’s Café & Brick House located at 500 Grant Street, DePere,
WI, beginning with cocktails at 6 p.m. with dinner to follow at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $12.50 per person / non-member cost
$20.00. Deadline to register is January 1, 2015. Mail check payable to Corvettes of the Bay to P.O. Box 13122, Green
Bay, WI, 54307-3122. To participate in the gift exchange game, bring a new/unopened gift, approximately $20-$25 in
value. Anyone who brings a gift to exchange will receive a gift. Any questions, please email Sue Rabideau at
[email protected].
Treasurer’s Report: We are currently at 238 members, but will be starting our 2015 membership drive, which is
currently at 138 paid members. Members are encouraged to pay their yearly dues and pick up their membership cards
from Karen Forehand, Treasurer.
New Business: President Mike Cropsey briefly summarized the proposed 2015 budget discussed at the quarterly board
meeting held earlier tonight. The club members approved the proposed budget. Mike also introduced the board
members for 2015. He also announced that the by-laws would be amended to add one board member per 50 members
and one member-at-large for voting purposes.
Pete Beane from Jorn’s Chevrolet in Kewaunee, WI, announced the first delivery of a 2015 Z06, 7-speed, orange coupe
at his dealership. Pete is hosting a wine/cheese event to unveil the new 2015 Corvettes at Jorn’s on December 18,
2014. He is also running a special $5,000 discount on the 2014 corvettes through December 31, 2014.
Recent and Upcoming Car Shows: Mike Hannon attended the Chevy National Show in Chicago recently and reported
it was a fantastic show with hundreds of cars. The earliest upcoming car show will not be held until February 2015.
50/50 Raffle: $50 won by Patty Vlieger, and $7 won by Harry Liebergen.
December Dinner Run: On December 18th meet at Jorn’s Chevrolet in Kewaunee, WI, at 5:30 p.m. to view the new
2015 Corvettes and then continue on to Port-O-Call located at 310 Milwaukee Street in Kewaunee for dinner.
Save the Date: Ed/Linda Wallander and Dave/Donna Musial will host our annual Spring Run. Linda reports the run will
take place on May 16-17, 2015, with a drive to Heidel House Resort and Spa, 643 Illinois Ave, Green Lake, WI. Call (920)
294-3344 to make your reservation. Be sure to ask for the Corvettes of the Bay room rate ($89/standard Northwoods or
$119/deluxe Lakeview). These prices include 2 tickets for the Escapade Cruise on the lake. More information will follow.
Salvation Army: Ed Villiesse reported that red kettle bell ringers are needed on December 17th to help out at Bay Park
Square Mall at the entrances of Younkers and the Food Court. Please contact Ed if interested. This event would be
great exposure for our club.
President Mike Cropsey provided Corvettes of the Bay refrigerator magnets made by his print shop for members to take
home, and he also extended birthday and anniversary wishes to all members celebrating in the month of December. The
meeting was adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
Lynn Steinbrecher
Secretary, Corvettes of the Bay
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Letter From The Editor
2014 CLUB
OFFICERS AND
BOARD MEMBERS
PRESIDENT
Mike Cropsey
(920)606-8704
VICE PRESIDENT
Dan Terrien
(920)562-2191
TREASURER
Karen Forehand
(920)655-7032
SECRETARY
Lynn Steinbrecher
(920)434-1530
BOARD MEMBER
Gerard Rajek
(920)713-4460
BOARD MEMBER
Gary Forehand
(920)819-1290
I wanted to say thank you to Mike Cropsey, all the officers, board members
and general club membership for the opportunity to serve this wonderful
organization as your Newsletter Editor for the past 3 years. I have met many
wonderful people during my tenure, made some unforgettable memories,
shared many laughs, and enjoyed all the drives and camaraderie that make a
club like ours such a pleasure to be a part of. I want to give a warm welcome to
our next Editor, Alicia Bauer, who is eager to step in and will do a fantastic job.
For 2015 (and hopefully beyond), please direct any Newsletter inquiries such
as classifieds, car shows, or general questions/concerns to
Alicia. Her email is [email protected]. Thanks again for
the memories. Happy Holidays! Cheers!
Gerard Rajek
Newsletter Editor, 2012-2014
Dinner Run
Meet at the Jorn’s in Kewaunee on December 18th at
5:30pm to view the 2015 Corvettes (including a Z06)
and then we’ll head to Port O’Call downtown
Kewaunee for dinner.
Treasurer’s Report
All bills have been paid. The current membership is at
238 members. Everyone is reminded to pay 2015 dues.
Karen Forehand
Treasurer, Corvettes of the Bay
Corvettes of the Bay Name Badge
BOARD MEMBER
Gary Paul
(920)497-0214
Order yours today!
John
Doe
GREEN BAY, WI
To order, email Scott Weber at [email protected] (or call or stop
in) and ask for the “Corvettes of the Bay” name badge. Give him your name
and city/state. Badges are $7.50 each (plus tax & shipping). You can either
mail a check or send along your credit card information. His mailing address:
Weber Bowling & Awards
2021 Verlin Road
Green Bay, WI 54311
(920)465-1766
www.weberbowlingandawards.com
Link to order form
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Visit the Events/Community tabs at www.corvettesofthebay.org to see the most up-to-date list of events!
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CLUB
BENEFITS
DISCOUNTS
Numerous local
discounts offered
exclusively to club
members!
ORGANIZED
EVENTS
Our runs and rallies
are always well
planned, enjoyable
and affordable!
CHARITY AND
GIVING
The club has a long
standing tradition of
helping our
community.
GIVE BLOOD!
We belong to the
Brown County Area
Car Clubs “One-AWeek” Club. Please
donate blood as
often as you can.
Appointments:
Blood Donor Center
2131 Deckner Ave.
Green Bay
(800)GIVE-LIFE
redcrossblood.org
Bylaw Amendment for 2015
It has been discussed and motioned to add Board Member positions to the
club based on total membership count.
Membership counts of 1 to 150 would have 3 board members minimum,
then one board member added per 50 members after 150 membership
count.
EXAMPLES:
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178 members would be 3 board members plus 1 to equal 4.
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210 members would be the original 3 board members minimum plus 2 to
equal 5.
This count would be taken the month before general club elections and
posted for needed positions on ballot at election to meet the required
amount of board members.
Board member position count could change year to year, and will remain a
yearly position, with a maximum of 2 consecutive years to serve if reelected.
In addition to the added board members
we will be adding a “member-at-large”
position to act as a voting tie-breaker and
to be more involved in membership
committees.
This motion will be voted on at the next
club meeting on January 6, 2015.
Please make sure and attend to make
your vote count!
Recent Event Pictures
Contact The Editor
If you have any questions or concerns with the content of the newsletter, or
would like to submit an article, picture or classified ad, please contact the
editor Alicia Bauer at [email protected].
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Classified Ads - For Sale and Wanted
Wanted: Gas, oil or Corvette tins/signs/advertising. Call Mike Cropsey at (920)6068704.
Wanted: Looking for 2 wheels to fit 275/40/17 tires for my C4. Low cost or free. Call Dan
Terrien at (920)562-2191.
For Sale: C5 dual cup holder. $5, normally $20 new. C5 window valet. $30, normally
$130 new. Let heat out of your vette, roll windows up and down remotely. Installs in seconds. Call Paul Allen at (920)621-5542.
For Sale: C6 T-TOP STORAGE BAG OE STYLE. Leather-look vinyl with cotton fleece
lining. Black. Protect your T-Tops. $50.00 Call Phil at (920)497-7554.
For Sale: Like new (1,000 miles) C6 original brake rotors, front and rear. $130.00. Call
Phil at (920)497-7554.
For Sale: C6 or Z06 2005-2012 new Lowering Bolts Kit $25.00 Call Phil at (920)4977554.
For Sale: 1957 Corvette fiberglass body kit, fits C5 body, includes front and rear clip,
hood, door skins, rocker sides and deck lid. All in stock. You glue it on. $5,995, complete
car for sale. Call Harry at (920)660-2451.
For Sale: 1963 — 1967 fiberglass side fender 1-1/2” wider to fit larger tires, looks stock
and can use stock bumpers. Front pair $450. Rear pair $650 or $1,000 for both pair. Call
Harry at (920)660-2451.
For Sale: Super clean 1986 convertible Indy Pace Car edition. Red with Black top,
Black interior. Only 64,000 miles, Automatic, always kept inside, under cover, never driven in wet/rain. New tires, chrome wheels, rear wing, working factory A/C, cruise control,
first year for convertible since 1975. $13,900. Call Darold Stiles at (920)737-5050
For Sale: Complete set of service manuals for 2010 Corvette. This is 4 large books and
covers all models. Other years may be similar. New price is $200. I will sacrifice for
$100. Call Mark at (920)822-4836.
For Sale: Gray C3 floor mats, new in the wrapper from Corvette Central for cars with
silver interior - $40. Dealer brochure for 2000 Corvette - $20. Call Jon at (920)655-2900.
For Sale: C5 wind diverter. $300 (paid $450 and used only once). Call John at (920)434
-0897.
For Sale: The following is for sale from my 2003 Z06: 4 stock brake rotors (30,000
miles) - $100. Leather (manual) passenger seat, includes sliders and tracks and feet
covers - $250. Black indoor car cover - $50. Premium sun visor - $40. Call Gerard at
(920)713-4460.
Heated Storage Offered: Winter heated storage for all your toys. Military Avenue in
Green Bay. Call Gary at (920)676-3444.
For Sale: 2007 Victory Red Convertible. 17,897
miles. LS2 6.0 Liter 400HP engine, 3LT Preferred Equipment Group, Magnetic Selective Ride Control w/larger
cross-drilled brakes, chrome aluminum wheels, 6 speed
paddle shift automatic. $34,900. Call Jon Blahnik at
(920)465-1918 home or (920)328-3098 cell.
FREE: Corvette Coral Display sign. Could be used for garage art or a show/coral.
Please contact Mike Hannon at (920)337-0337.
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DECEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
Kim Becker (Dec 15)
Jeffrey Cornette (Dec 6)
Ann Emmel (Dec 21)
Barbara Farris Collins (Dec 29)
Rob Gleffe (Dec 15)
Jeff Hinkle (Dec 19)
Rochelle (Rocky) Hockers (Dec 8)
Sheila Jaeger (Dec 8)
Joy Krueger (Dec 21)
Dale Lapacz (Dec 23)
Carol Lenius (Dec 2)
Joe Miller (Dec 27)
Lindsay Nordin (Dec 31)
Kathy Ott (Dec 19)
Mary Pinnerud (Dec 4)
Sue Rabideau (Dec 2)
Kathy Rohde (Dec 26)
Barb Sohr-Durow (Dec 31)
Jeanne Stilp (Dec 14)
Delphine Wach (Dec 29)
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Corvettes of the Bay
P.O. Box 13122
Green Bay, WI 54307-3122
Upcoming Car Shows & Related Events
No upcoming car shows at this time, but if you want to see a show just search the web for new 2015 Z06
deliveries! Their new owners are enjoying them very much, sometimes right in the dealership lots!
See the Community tab on our website for more details on all upcoming car shows!
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