Club Torrevieja AGM

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OCTOBER 2012
TORREVIEJA INTERNATIONAL MOTORING CLUB
CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday 3rd Octoberat 7.30pm
Cafetería Marina Club,
Deportes Internacional Marina, Torrevieja
Parking available in the Marina private car park

AGM 3rd October 2012

There were 29 members present at the AGM, with apologies from Keith Nicol, Steve and Jean McClean, Keith Wyatt, Paul Norkett, Ulli Smits, Michael and Margaret Crowther and John and Diane Wallis.  New members present at this meeting were Steve Bennet, Frank Schofield and Jenny Brooks - a warm welcome to them.

Ron gave a Chairmans report, Joseph gave a treasury report and Gaynor read the minutes from the 2011 AGM.  Ron gave special thanks to Joe as Treasurer for keeping the finances correct without criticism, John Wallis for his support as Vice-President, Gaynor for all her hard work, which Ron felt was the hardest job on the Committee and Muriel, as without her assistance with the computer Ron would be stuck!

As there were no new nominations for the position of President, Colin Ball nominated Ron which was seconded by Mike Stansmore.  Ron thanked Members for their confidence in him but advised that this would be the last year that he would be President.  There was a block vote for Gaynor, John and Joe to remain in their posts - this was proposed by Muriel Blackwell and seconded by Mike Stansmore.  Vocals for this year will remain the same, those being Mike Stansmore, Susan Lakin and Vince Anson.  Ron also proposed Siggi Ferckel as a vocal to act on behalf of the German Members, this was seconded by Joe Pesci.

Past Events

Thanks to Keith, Sue, Colin and Mo for organising the Crazy Golf evening which was a good evening with good food.  Also, thanks to Joe for getting us involved with the Royal British Legion where we recently had a display of cars at the castle in San Miguel.  Evelyn advised that the Royal British Legion sent their thanks to us for attending the San Miguel event.

Forthcoming Events

7th October 2012 - 6th Anniversary Dinner - Dinner has been organised at the Veni, Vidi, Vici restaurant in the International Marina.  We shall be meeting in the Cafeteria Marina Club at 7.00pm beforehand.

28th October 2012 - Ron advised that there would either be a run to the Naval Museum in Cartagena or a Bodega which is North of Cartagena.  We shall be meeting at Lo Monte Hotel at 11.00am and the final destination will be revealed then!

November 2012 - John Wallis is organising the November event and the date will be confirmed at the November meeting.

16th December 2012 - Christmas Event at Rebate.  Further details on this will be given at the November meeting.

Lorca Trip - at a previous meeting, Ron had asked Members if they would be interested in a run to Lorca.  Colin has advised that he is interested in organising this trip, which will probably take place early next year.

Any Other Business

Vince Anson raised a query from the September newsletter that made reference  to the fact that the Committee had held a meeting prior to the September meeting, of which he was unaware and as a vocal should have been included.  At this point, Vince resigned as a Vocal.  Ron explained that the vocals are not actually part of the Committee but are there for Members to take ideas/suggestions/queries to and for them then to be raised with the President, prior to meetings.

Colin asked that if anyone was interested in taking part as a syndicate in the El Gordo lottery, please let him know today (anyone wishing to partake but not at the meeting can call Colin on 965073804).  Each ticket costs 20 Euros per couple and Colin will collect the money at the November meeting.

Ron advised that he had a one-off trophy to give to one of the Members - this Member has shown loyalty to the Club from the very early days, attended every meeting, attended 99% of the runs and travels 200 kms round trip to attend - this Member is Vince Anson.

Ron advised that there is an Alpha Romeo Spider V6, 1994 for sale, red, leather interior, left hand drive but on English plates, the price is 2000 Euros.  Anyone interested in buying this car, please contact Ron.

Subs are now due.  If you did not attend the AGM but intend to remain a member of the club, please inform Gaynor and advise her when you will be paying your subs.

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SEPTEMBER 2012

TORREVIEJA INTERNATIONAL MOTORING CLUB

CLUB GENERAL MEETING

Wednesday 5th September at 7.30pm

Cafetería Marina Club, 

Deportes Internacional Marina, Torrevieja

Parking available in the Marina private car park

September Meeting

We had 25 Members present at the September meeting with apologies from Michael & Margaret and Karin & Siggi.  Due to the very high temperature in August, we did not hold a monthly run but instead Members went for an evening meal at Las Ramblas Golf Club.  Members thoroughly enjoyed the evening with 35 people attending and the meal was subsidised by the Club  by 5 Euros per Member, as the cost of the menu was higher than normal.  There was an entertainer singing a variety of songs, Johnny Dillon, and Ron has approached him to see if he would sing for us at our Christmas event, which he has agreed to.  Ron asked that those Members who won awards at last years anniversary dinner, please bring your awards to the next meeting and advise Ron of your nomination to receive the award.  The next meeting is the AGM and Ron asked for any nominations for the Committee posts be sent to Gaynor before the AGM.  The Committee held a meeting last week to discuss various issues and it was agreed that the Christmas raffle last year went on for too long, considering that we are paying for an entertainer for the afternoon, so it was agreed that this year we would have a maximum of around 20 prizes, but quality gifts.  Ron advised that 2 of the first prizes will be a flying lesson and a beauty voucher (donated by Jean).  

Forthcoming Events

11th & 12th September - There is a Home and Expo event being held at the Castle in San Miguel which has been organised with the Royal British Legion and the Leader newspaper.  We have been asked if we can display 6 cars on each day so anyone wishing to attend, please let Ron know by the end of the evening.  Cars need to be at the Castle for 9am on both days.  There will be lots of things going on throughout the day.  Anyone not at the meeting but wising to attend, please let Ron know by Monday 10th.

16th September - Keith, Sue, Colin and Mo have organised an evening run including a game of mini golf and a meal.  We shall be meeting at the Spanglish Bar (near to Consum at Dona Pepa, Quesada) at 5.30pm and then we shall leave here at 6pm for about an hours run, arriving at the mini golf at 7pm for a game of golf followed by a meal.  The cost of this is 10.50Euros each which includes a 3 course meal with one drink, a game of golf and a tip.  

The menu is a choice of Soup, Pate or Coronation Eggs, main course choice of Lasagne (meat or vegetable), Chicken Breast or Pork Filet and the chefs dessert of the day.  Anyone wishing to attend, please let Sue know by 13th September (966199293)

7th October - Anniversary Dinner - this will be held at Veni, Vidi,Vici as in previous years.  We shall meet at the International Marina Club at 7pm and dinner at Veni, Vidi, Vici will be served at 7.45pm.  The cost of the meal is 15 Euros per person and the menu is : Shared Starters of Bread & Ali Oli, Waldorf Salad, Breaded Deep Fried Cheese, Deep Fried Squid and a Selection of Salamis.  Main course is a choice of Chicken Breast in Cream & Asparagus Sauce Topped with Ham, Grilled Salmon, Saute  Beef Strips with Onions & White Wine Sauce, Meat Lasagne.  Dessert is Anniversary Cake.  A glass of wine (1 bottle per 4 people), soft drink or water is included and a coffee.  If you wish to attend this event please let Evelyn know along with your choice of main course by 3rd August (966784490).

October Run - Ron advised that he will be organising a run in October for either the 21st or 28th.  Further details will be given at the next meeting.

16th December - This is the date for our Christmas Party and Ron has booked the room at Rebate.  There is no further information at the moment regarding the menu and cost but Members will be subsidised by 10 Euros.

Any Other Business

Colin asked if it would be possible for the Club to organise a syndicate for the El Gordo lottery, with a cost of 20Euros per couple.

Members please note that subs are due at the next meeting at a cost of 20 Euros per Member.