North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders

April 2010 Meeting Minutes

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April 2010 NOPR Meeting Minutes

Call to Order and Opening Remarks:

The meeting was called to order on April 17, 2010 by Steven Stripp and Gary Vihinen acting for President Hank Samson. There were 16 members present.

Steven stated that the Dungeness Kids Fair would be held Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Carrie Blake Park. He noted that we are allowed two tables. Steve will be there to represent the NOPR.

Treasurer’s Report:

Treasurer Steve Stripp stated that the Treasure had $1453.81 cash available with $1212.14 cash in the bank, $41.67 cash on hand, and a $200 donation from an Anonymous Contributor.

Rolling Stock Upgrade Project:

There are 25 car kits to be completed reported Steve Hauff. All are unpainted and unprimed. Steve said he has the cars but needs the wheel sets and couplers. Joe Watkins stated that he has plastic wheels sets which may be suitable. Steve H and Joe will check the sizes. The cars need to be cleaned up with a soft brush and a mild dishwashing detergent. The decision on where the work will take place will be deferred pending space available and the return of President Hank Samson.

Work Party Report:

It was reported that new legs were put on the new module. Leveling the legs still needs to be accomplished. The next work party will be Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Lincoln School in Port Angeles at 9:30 AM.

Web Site:

Chuck Howerton reported that several fixes had been made to the website. Several Pages have been added for the different Scales. The website can be located at: http://www.nop-modelrr.com .

G Gauge Equipment Available:

Contact Fred Grant, 360-683-3194, 792 West Sequim Bay Road. He apparently has Track, Locos, and Cars available.

Cascade Rails Web Site:

The website is up and will list what will happen at the Tacoma Convention.

May 2010 NOPR Meeting:

Charles Aldrich has a DVD that he will bring and Steve Hauff stated that he will bring a lap top computer and a projector.

THANKS,

Gary Vihinen,
NOPR Secretary

Narrow Gauge Discussion

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This page is intended to be used by club members who model N arrow Gauge railroads in any scale. Comments, replies, and discussions are welcomed and all are free to participate.

Garden Railroad Discussion

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This page is intended to be used by club members who have or are interested in Garden Railroads Comments, replies, and discussions are welcomed and all are free to participate.

N Scale Discussion

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This page is intended to be used by club members who model in N Scale. Comments, replies, and discussions are welcomed and all are free to participate.

HO Scale Discussion

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This page has been established to allow HO Scale modelers to discuss and exchange information. Comments are allowed but will be reviewed for first time commenters.

July 2009 Meeting Minutes

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The Treasurer’s balance is $759.75 – $1 income and $188.82 in expenses for DCC equipment, advertising and purchase of cars for resale at the annual meet.

Thanks to Hank and Becky Samson for their hospitality at the steam-up. Lots of fun.

There will be a work party 7/31 – 9:00am at the Lincoln School to go over the DCC/DC system for those who will be operating the modules during the fair. The modules will be taken apart in preparation for the fair.

The modules will be moved to the fairgrounds early the morning of 8/18 Three individuals will be manning the modules at all times during the fair. Lauren will be getting tickets for those who will be manning the modules. You may want to bring a chair for your use during your scheduled times.

During the NOPR annual show in October, 2 layouts will be given away along with 4 – $10 gift certificates for use at Pacific Rim Hobbies.. (2 purchased and 2 donated by Pacific Rim.). We will be promoting the Audubon Society during our annual show.

Clallam County Fair Layout

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Title: Clallam County Fair Layout
Location: Port Angeles Fairgrounds
Description: North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders HO Layout on Display
Start Date: 2009-08-20
Start Time: 10:00
End Date: 2009-08-23

May 2009 Meeting Minutes

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Treasurer’s report – Income $20 – $247.97 disbursed for DCC equipment, Website and track leaving a balance of $947.57.

Steve Stripp reported the kids railroad program was a success with 75 children in attendance. Thanks to Steve and all of you that participated.

Chuck Howerton reported the club’s website is operational – he will add a section where members can post items they have for sale on the website. Please notify Chuck when the items are sold or withdrawn so he can delete them.

There will be a work party at Lincoln School Friday June 5 – 9am. The DCC system is partially installed and work will continue on that as well as other items. A book and video library at the school has been organized and members can check out items for their use.

Steve Stripp is organizing items for sale at our annual show – any items you may have please get them to Steve.

Lauren is planning on meeting with the Clallam County Fair Director after the work party this Friday to discuss our participation in the fair. Any members wishing to attend should plan to do so.

The Bremerton show is 6/13 at the same location 10- 4 pm.

Several tables have been rented for our show 10-17/18.

Thanks to Bill Rice for talking with station KSQM staff and arranging for them to announce our meetings.

Work Parties 2009

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A reminder that we will be having a work party at Lincoln School, Friday July 31th to prepare for the Clallam County Fair Display. Please be there by 9:30 am. We will be working on the DCC system some scenery, etc.

Lauren

March 2009 Meeting Minutes

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North Olympic Peninsula Railroad Club

The meeting was called to order at 3:00PM on March 28, 2009.

PREVIOUS MINUTES

None.

TREASURER’S REPORT:

The balance in the treasury is $1,175.54.

OLD BUSINESS & NEW BUSINESS:

There will be a work session on the club modules at Lincoln School April 17 at 9:30am.
The next meeting will be held at the club house at Lazy Acres April 25. The May meeting will be at the Sequim Library.
The Bremerton Train Show is 6/13.
The NOPR website has several photos which have been posted..
The Railroad Bridge Society event is scheduled for 9/25, 26, 27.
The club modules will be on display at the Clallam County Fair in the Arts and Crafts Bldg. 8/20-23.Volunteers are needed to man the operation. Chuck Howerton will have his N scale layout if space permits.
The Kitsp Live Steamers picnic is scheduled for 8/8.

Thanks to Hans Mann for his presentation on how we might proceed on installing DCC on the club modular layout. It was moved, seconded and approved by a voice vote to add DCC to the layout.

The meeting was adjourned.

NEXT MEETING – Sat. April 25, 2008 at 3:00PM Lazy Acres Mobile Home Park Club House.

Respectfully submitted, Don Gerber, Secretary.