November 27, 2021 Zoom Gathering Minutes

The annual general meeting of Chapter EAA 430 officially called to order at 1002 on Zoom by President Ken Brown.

Ken led the Pledge to the Flag of the United States for the 13 members attending.

There were no additions or corrections to last month’s gathering minutes as published in the newsletter, and they stand approved as published.

Correspondence: Young Eagle Award pins have arrived, but the service pins will be delayed.

Old Business:

Reports & Status update

Treasurer Report: The November balance sheet reported the following. Checking account:

$2411.62, Savings $1,196.36, Scholarship $13,040.61. Our total assets are $16,645.59. Paver Program: Order Delivered. A work party to lay out the plaza and install the bricks is on the horizon. Stay tuned. Fly-out: The Skagit flyout saw 4 aircraft and 5 people who enjoyed the meal from Skagit Landing.

Barry is planning a long cross country to Port Townsend for December. Scholarship: Dave Miller reported that Jacob is graduating the University of North Dakota early which will save us $750 in scholarship monies. Dave said he is working with Rick Vaux to identify someone from the peninsula needing help to attend an aviation mechanic school. Helicopter Blades are for sale – The 2 remaining blades are offered for sale to the membership at $75 each OBO as a piece as aviation art. New Business:

Annual Election – Ballots were emailed in November, and 55 ballots were received which more than met our quorum. (30% of the membership.) The tally sheet is attached. Call for additional nominations from the floor received none. There was a motion and second to close the nomination process which was approved unanimously.

Call the Vote for the slate:

The Slate has been approved by the membership Ray Ballantyne President Rick Vaux Vice President Tracy Halsted Secretary Jim Bess Treasurer Congratulations to the new EAA 430 Officers.

Ray took a minute to thank Ken Brown for his over 20 years of being an EAA430 member. Ken has been a board member for the last 18 years. He was in charge of merchandise for 12 years, the web editor for 12 years, the treasurer for seven years, membership chair for two years, and president for the last 3 years. During his tenure as president, Ken and the board were able to establish a build-n-fly program, the VMC club, fly out activities, tool crib, and the paver program. The paver program provided additional funds for a third scholarship. Ken led the chapter through the COVID-19 pandemic and was instrumental in carrying on the chapter business with Zoom and other means. Everyone at the meeting shared their appreciation. (continued on next page)

November Gathering Minutes (continued) Christmas Dinner - December 11, 1700- 2000 at the Cedars at Dungeness Santa will be there with Toys-for-Tots. 35 people have signed up so far. Be prepared for a sing-along led by Bud and Rick! The Board has approved the sale of Chapter Lifetime Memberships:

Family membership $500 Individual membership $400 There being no additional business, Ken closed the business meeting at 1021. Project reports:

Richard Howell reported on the progress of his Sling 2. His website sling2./a.com documents his progress. The engine and instrument panel are close, and now it’s time to install the wind-shield and adjust the canopy lock. He talked of painting options and received great feedback from other members. He also mentioned that when it’s done, he will be selling his Piper Warrior.

Dave Moffitt said the upholstery is in his RV12 and he discussed painting the fiberglass parts and using vinyl graphics. Again the members provided great suggestions. He expressed appreciation to Richard Howell for help with his avionics. Jim Bettcher described his recent experience selling his GlaStar to a guy in Texas and flying it to Phoenix to meet him and complete the deal. Rick Vaux said he has had his ultralight for 2 years, and wants to take it apart for a thorough inspection. The activation of the DART to provide water and medicine to Seiku was discussed and Dave Miller described the activation process. The meeting ended at 1115.

Respectfully submitted, Ray Ballantyne, EAA430 Secretary