April 2010 Meeting Minutes

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