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NATS Executive Council Meeting — August 1, 1979

Sandoz Hall, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska

Attendees

• Earl Witt, President — Chambersburg, PA
• Jim McNeill, Secretary/Treasurer — Birmingham, AL
• John Worth, Executive Director — Fairfax, VA
• Clifton (Cliff) Piper, Vice‑President District I — Atkinson, NH
• John Grigg, VP II — Lockport, NY
• Don Lowe, VP III — Dayton, OH
• Chuck Foreman, VP IV — Mechanicsville, VA
• Bill Mathews, VP V — Birmingham, AL
• Horace Cain, VP VI — Buffalo Grove, IL
• Ken Morris, VP VII — Muscatine, IA
• Ned Barnes, Associate VP VII — Sulphur, LA (proxy for VP J. Embry)
• Vince Mankowski, VP IX — Bellevue, NE
• Jim Scarborough, VP X — Redondo Beach, CA
• Homer Smith, VP XI — Seattle, WA

Associate Vice Presidents in Attendance

• District II: John Byrne; Hank Likes
• District IV: John Preston; Howard Crispin
• District VI: Jim Sears; Bob Underwood
• District VII: Bill Rohring; Jim Clark
• District VIII: Larry Sartor
• District IX: Travis McGinnis
• District X: Bob Reynolds; John Targos

Special Interest Group Representatives

• Pete Mazur — Navy Carrier CL Society
• Jim Vanderbeck — NSRCA President
• Sherry & Greg Holland — (representatives)
• Bob Kampmann — CL/RPM and FAI Gazette
• Hardy Brodersen — NFFS Executive Director
• Paul Curtis — MACA President
• Bob Underwood — National Scale Association President
• Bill Seidler — USPIA Vice President, Eastern Division
• Dick Crowley — NSS District IX Vice President and editor of Sailplane
• Stan Stoy — NIMAS
• Keith Trostle — PAMPA President

AMA Headquarters Staff and Others Present

• Carl Wheeley — Publisher, Model Aviation magazine
• Micheline Madison — FAI/Contest Boards Administrator
• Johnny Clemens — Past President, Academy and Nats Executive Committee member
• Al Novotnik — General Manager, Model Airplane News magazine
• Penny Witt — HQ staff

The regular meeting was called to order at 9:00 p.m. The President noted that, per advice from AMA legal counsel and the By‑Laws Committee, no proxy voting would be accepted. Proxy representatives for VPs could participate in all respects except voting. (HQ note: with District VIII represented by proxy and no NAA representative present, the maximum number of votes was 13 — 10 VPs, President, Secretary/Treasurer and Executive Director.)

I. Nominating Committee Report

On behalf of the Nominating Committee, Cliff Piper read the following nominations approved for the 1979 election ballot:

• Secretary/Treasurer:
• John Byrne
• Jim McNeill
• Betty Stream (see note)

• District Vice‑President:
• I: Cliff Piper
• III: Dave Brown; Joe Eiben
• V: Bill Mathews
• VII: Hardy Brodersen; Geoffrey Styles
• IX: Vince Mankowski
• XI: Homer Smith

Note: The following day, Chuck Foreman, chairman of the nominating committee, advised that the nomination for Betty Stream had been withdrawn and the name of John Byrne was substituted for inclusion on the nomination ballot.

II. Special Interest Groups

This portion was conducted as an open forum between Council members and representatives of the special interest groups. Prior to the meeting, all special interest groups were invited to attend to establish basic guidelines for recognition by the Academy.

President Witt noted several main issues requiring discussion and clarification:

A. Membership Criteria

• AMA insists that special interest groups require their members to also be AMA members (excluding non‑citizens). Witt emphasized it is improper to delegate authority to a special interest group that does not fully represent members of the parent organization. Representatives generally agreed this criterion was reasonable and acceptable.

B. Two Groups Representing the Same Interest

• The Council discussed how to distinguish between organizations of like interests and determine which best represents those interests, particularly when disagreements occur. Agreed guidelines:
• A special interest group seeking AMA recognition should file a petition with the Council including credentials:
• Membership roster showing AMA membership
• Statement of purpose and/or by‑laws
• Sample of communication medium
• List of officers
• Size of an organization is not critical.
• The Council will review petitions case by case at regular Council meetings.

C. Control Line Fragmentation

• Discussed the need to establish an umbrella association of Control Line groups to unify CL for international sporting events and provide inter‑communication among CL disciplines.

D. Input to the Contest Boards by Special Interest Groups

• Noted that specialized advisory committees to the Contest Boards already exist and provide input during rules change cycles. Coordination between advisory committees and special interest groups was deemed desirable.

Witt concluded that these inputs would be considered by the Council for action at a future meeting. He requested that only time‑critical items be considered at this session and that other matters be deferred until the fall Council meeting.

III. Model Aviation Magazine Review

As per Motion 6 of the April 1979 Council minutes, publisher Carl Wheeley submitted a document (dated July 20) requesting:

1. Withdrawal of maximum advertising restrictions.
2. Withdrawal of magazine size (page) restrictions to allow flexibility amid inflation.

Motion: (Moved by H. Smith (XI), seconded by K. Morris (VII))

• Increase advertising limit in Model Aviation to 30% (from 25%); remove page limit; design the magazine budget so it does not lose money.
• Result: Motion failed — 6 for; 7 against (I, II, III, IV, V, VI, X, President).

Discussion was lengthy. A motion to end debate by H. Cain (VI) carried 9 to 3 (I, V, X against). The President instructed the publisher to prepare a specific cost study of options for review at the next Council meeting.

Motion: (Moved by H. Smith (XI), seconded by J. Scarborough (X))

• Table the magazine subject until the next Council meeting.
• Result: Passed — 9 for; 3 against (IV, IX, S/T); 1 abstained (President).

IV. Film Review

Brief reports by John Worth (ED) and Cliff Piper—Council‑appointed monitor—indicated the Scale film was close to completion and expected to be available for viewing at the November Council meeting. Producer Mr. Gerber was reported to be working within budget.

V. By‑Laws Committee Report

Chairman Vince Mankowski read Committee recommendations proposing the following amendments to be presented to Leader Members for vote:

• Amend Article XI, Section 1 by striking "consisting of fourteen members."
• Amend Article XI, Section 2 to read: The Executive Council shall be composed of the President, the 11 District Vice‑Presidents, Secretary/Treasurer, Executive Director and an ex officio member, who shall be an officer of the National Aeronautic Association designated by the NAA. The ex officio member shall have the right to vote, but his vote shall not be counted in determining if a quorum is present at a meeting. The AMA President shall act as Chairman of the Executive Council.
• Amend Article XI, Section 4 by adding: There shall be no proxy voting; however, a Vice‑President may designate an Associate Vice‑President from his district to represent his district at Council meetings with all rights and privileges except the right to vote. (This amendment recognizes existing D.C. law and is proposed for clarification.)

Additional recommendations:

• No change to the By‑Laws at this time concerning the Secretary/Treasurer's responsibilities; this will be studied further.
• The By‑Laws as a whole should be studied with additional recommendations after or in conjunction with Long Range Planning sessions.

The President, a member of the By‑Laws Committee, gave a minority opinion opposing the amendment concerning the NAA representative.

Motion: (Moved by V. Mankowski, seconded by Homer Smith)

• Adopt the Committee recommendations.
• Result: Passed — 10 for; 2 against (VI, President); 1 abstained (I).

VI. NMPRA (National Miniature Pylon Racing Association)

The Council had requested NMPRA leadership respond with guidelines for more stringent safety rules by the August meeting; this item was not taken up because the NMPRA President was in the process of moving and had not responded. The Executive Director agreed to seek a reply for the next Council meeting.

VII. Flying Sites

Motion: (Moved by H. Smith (XI), seconded by C. Foreman (IV))

• Table discussion of the Executive Director's proposal concerning flying sites to the next meeting.
• Result: Passed — 9 for; 2 against (VII, IX); 2 abstained (X, President).

VIII. 1980 Indoor World Championships

Bill Mathews (V) spoke on behalf of proponents for a U.S.-hosted Indoor World Championship. He noted that Council approval to offer a tentative bid would not obligate a final binding decision.

Motion: (Moved by B. Mathews (V), seconded by C. Foreman (IV))

• Give approval to offer a tentative bid to the FAI for a U.S.-hosted Indoor World Championships.
• Result: Passed unanimously.

IX. 1982 Control Line World Championships

Motion: (Moved by J. Worth (ED), seconded by C. Piper (I))

• Tentatively approve the Chicago proposal for the U.S. hosting of the 1982 Control Line World Championships.
• Result: Passed unanimously.

X. Reinstatement of Category I Outdoor Ornithopter Records

Motion: (Moved by V. Mankowski (XI), seconded by J. McNeill (S/T))

• Table this subject until the next meeting.
• Result: Passed unanimously.

Motion: (Moved by H. Smith (IX), seconded by J. Grigg (II))

• Table the rest of the agenda items.
• Result: Carried.

Candidates for 1980–81 Secretary/Treasurer

John Byrne

Bayside, NY — AMA No. 171 (Club Delegate)

Too long the office of AMA Secretary‑Treasurer has been considered a post of minor importance, a "do‑nothing" position instead of a job. Past holders, including the current interim appointee, have been unduly limited by the extremely narrow authority prescribed by antiquated By‑Laws (e.g., "to monitor the financial affairs" of AMA). Monitoring finances is the basic requirement and a responsibility I hold paramount, but it should not be discharged by an occasional trip to HQ followed by a perfunctory report.

The membership needs a Secretary‑Treasurer who will plan for an economic future we can all afford and has the courage and ability to follow through. As a two‑term District Vice‑President of AMA, I have a thorough knowledge of its operations, policies and personnel. I am aware of AMA's merits and shortcomings and am eager to tackle the latter. I have preserved independence and objectivity — important qualities in a Council member whose vote can be decisive. I will use my Council vote at every opportunity.

Jim McNeill (incumbent)

Birmingham, AL — AMA No. L‑9 (Life Member)

Jim is seeking re‑election as Secretary/Treasurer and has eight years' experience as an AMA Council member — two as Associate VP at four Council meetings, five years as District VP, and one year as Secretary/Treasurer. The defined duty of the office is "to monitor the financial affairs of the Academy." Jim has done this with dedication, making regular trips to Washington, D.C., and reporting his findings to the AMA Council.

He originated a Secretary/Treasurer column in Model Aviation this year, providing regular financial reports and discoveries. Jim began the current style of including pictures of AMA members in District Reports and, together with Larry Bolich, originated the "Award of Excellence" system to honor deserving chartered clubs. With John Worth, he helped conceive the manner used to identify Life Members (the "L" designation). Appointed AMA Historian after Willis Brown's death, Jim has written Life Members' histories in Model Aviation to encourage new Life Members. Total donations to the Academy through Life Members total almost $50,000 to date.

Jim voted against the last big dues increase and has consistently voted against mandatory magazine subscriptions. If re‑elected, he will continue to report on sensitive money issues and monitor AMA HQ. Jim will also continue featuring faces and names of model builders in his magazine column — believing the people behind the models are what make the hobby great. Vote for Jim.

1980 Nationals Site

Dick Nutting, an active modeler in District III and newsman at WLW‑TV in Cincinnati, presented a proposal for the 1980 Nats site in Wilmington, Ohio. The old Air Force base appeared large enough to hold all radio control, control line, and free flight events at one location; a helicopter site was nearby, facilities were in good shape, and dorm facilities appeared adequate. Kings Island Park and the Cincinnati Reds expressed interest in promoting the Nationals.

The Executive Council unanimously authorized Dick Nutting and Chuck Shade, through their District VP Don Lowe, to enter serious negotiations for the proposed site for the 1980 Nats. A Nats Site Committee has since been formed in District III with Chuck Shade as chairman. The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Cincinnati School District were reported to be working on site plans, and a comprehensive proposal was expected for the next Council meeting.

November Council Agenda (submitted items)

1. 1980 Nationals
2. AMA Long Range Planning
3. Review of Secretary‑Treasurer's Report
4. Discussion of AMA Public Relations Poster
5. Review of disciplinary actions
6. Contest Board Procedures
7. Proposal on minimum requirements for recognition of Special Interest Groups
8. Proposal to establish escrow insurance account to cover deductible part of insurance
9. Proposal to establish associate membership classes for industry and professionals
10. Proposal to establish a headquarters advisory committee within the Council
11. Review of AMA Executive Director's contract
12. Discussion of contest director status and qualifications
13. AMA Museum and AMA HQ relocation

Executive Council — Continued

XI. Proposal on AMA Flying Site Representative Reporting to Council

Motion: (Moved by H. Cain (VI), seconded by K. Morris (VII))

• Require any person employed by AMA whose primary function pertains to flying sites to be interviewed and approved by the Executive Council and to report directly to the Council only.
• Result: Motion failed — 5 for; 8 against (I, II, III, IV, V, VII, IX, X, E.D.).

XII. Associate Vice Presidents Receiving Updated Lists of Clubs

Motion: (Moved by H. Cain (VI), seconded by J. McNeill (S/T))

• Direct AMA Headquarters to supply each AVP with a minimum of three current lists per year of AMA chartered clubs within his area.
• Result: Passed as amended — 7 for; 5 against (I, IX, X, XI, E.D.); 1 abstained (President).

Amendment: (by J. Grigg (III), seconded by C. Foreman (IV))

• Include the Vice‑Presidents in the updated club list mailings to the AVPs.
• Result: Approved — 9 for; 3 against (IX, X, XI); 1 abstained.

XIII. Proposal for Review of Executive Director's Contract

Motion: (Moved by H. Smith (XI), seconded by J. McNeill (S/T))

• Table the subject.
• Result: Passed — 12 for; 1 abstained (VI).

XIV. Clarification of Club Insurance Coverage

The Executive Director noted questions regarding AMA membership status of club officers and the prior decision that non‑flying club members need not be AMA members.

• Table the subject.
• Result: Motion failed — 2 for (XI, S/T); 11 against.

Motion: (Moved by V. Mankowski (IX), seconded by C. Foreman (IV))

• Require charter club officers to be AMA members.
• Result: Passed — 6 for; 5 against (I, II, IX, XI, President); 2 abstained (X, E.D.).

XV. Nats Site for 1980

The Council authorized negotiations for Wilmington, Ohio, as the 1980 Nats site.

Motion: (Moved by D. Lowe (III), seconded by J. Grigg (III))

• Grant authorization to proceed with negotiations for Wilmington, Ohio, as the 1980 Nats site.
• Result: Passed unanimously.

XVI. High Vote of Confidence

Motion: (Moved by C. Foreman (IV), seconded by K. Morris (VII))

• A vote of confidence to allow John Worth to continue to operate AMA Headquarters as in the past, with direction and guidance from the Executive Council.
• Result: Passed with all for except 1 abstention (VI).

XVII. Awards

• None recommended at this meeting.

XVIII. Date and Place of Next Council Meeting

Motion: (Moved by V. Mankowski (IX), seconded by J. McNeill (S/T))

• Hold the next Executive Council meeting in Washington, D.C., as a two‑day session, November 9 and 10, 1979.
• Result: Passed — 9 for; 2 against (VII, XI); 2 abstained (President, E.D.).

XIX. Adjournment

• The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

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Statements from AMA District Vice‑President Candidates

Dist. 1 Candidate

Cliff Piper (incumbent) — Atkinson, NH Cliff has represented New England as Council Vice‑President for 12 years and has been active in model aviation for over 45 years. He still builds and flies FF and RC. A businessman with over 25 years in retailing, Cliff is Training Director for the Associated General Contractors of New Hampshire. Nationally, he has helped run the Nats as tabulation chief for many years and is active in the junior program. Cliff is concerned about controversial issues such as mandatory magazine dues increases and seeks input from members. He highlights upcoming concerns including new RC frequencies, flying field procurement, new films, better insurance, and an overview of 1/4‑scale electric flight. Cliff solicits your vote and your inputs.

Dist. 3 Candidates

Dave Brown — Cincinnati, OH Dave is a well‑known competitive RC pattern flier who has flown and competed in virtually every AMA event. His wife Sally has served as secretary‑treasurer of the NSRCA for five years. Dave has worked in the industry nine years and supported AMA programs. He has served as the RC Contest Board member for four years and as Contest Director for the Mint Julep Meet. He asks for your vote and urges members to vote to overcome apathy.

Joe Eiben — Cleveland, OH Joe is an active Associate VP and a dynamic candidate known for fresh ideas and the ability to lead and organize modelers. He has represented the District at AMA Council meetings and earned respect for his concern for sport fliers, youth and realistic rules. At 36, Joe is one of the youngest District managers at Falk Corporation. He is Contest Director, president of the Cleveland Aeromodel Society, officer of the Lyndhurst Barnstormers, member of the Cleveland Radio Control Club, and Director of the National Model Plane Show. Joe brings together FF, CL, RC and plastic modelers and seeks the District's support for change.

Dist. 5 Candidate

Bill Mathews (incumbent) — Birmingham, AL Bill has built and flown model airplanes for 27 years. He began in RC with push‑button transmitters and escapements, and remained a sport flier in RC, CL and FF until about five years ago when he began competing in FF. Bill is a member of the Birmingham Radio Control Association and has been its newsletter editor for two years. He is editor of the FFFliyer, newsletter of the Alabama FFFlyers. Bill wishes to develop a junior program with emphasis on CL and FF. Since becoming VP of District V in January 1979, Bill has visited every state in the District and plans to visit Puerto Rico; he hopes to stimulate more communication among clubs and modelers.

Dist. 7 Candidate

Hardy Brodersen — Birmingham, MI Hardy served a term in 1976–77 and emphasizes experience, judgment and effectiveness in Council business. He favors a unified Nationals, supports Model Aviation while open to optional subscriptions, and feels the sport flier is receiving good insurance and frequency work from AMA. He intends to continue District VII East and West meetings and to use his experience to serve the District.

District Reports

II District Report

John C. Grigg — District II Vice‑President 6387 Badger Drive, Lockport, NY 14094

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Pete Bianchini — 260 S. Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10705
• John Byrne — 36‑29 213th St., Bayside, NY 11361
• Frank Dresch — 9 Willow Ave., Piscataway, NJ 08854
• Hank Likes — 45 Corry Dr., Toms River, NJ 08753
• Adam Sattler — 50 Randi Rd., Apt. A‑2, Schenectady, NY 12309
• Tom Silver — R.D. 3, Box 412, Massena, NY 13662
• Hank Smith — 2 Lorraine Ave., Auburn, NY 13021

Report highlights:

• The flying season is winding down on the East Coast; the District is geographically long and may need more active AVPs.
• On September 7, John spoke to the Ithaca RC Society and showed the movie "Those Marvelous Miniatures." Magazine and insurance issues were major topics.
• At the Rhinebeck Annual WW I Jamboree, several District officials competed, including Joe Friend and Hank Likes.
• A New Jersey club held a successful "Fly for Jerry and His Kids" day, raising over $1,700 for MDA via donations and buddy‑box spectator flights.
• Due to fairness among more than 159 clubs, John will not publicize all contests; however, events beneficial to AMA, the hobby or charity will be publicized if submitted at least two months in advance.

III District Report

Don Lowe — District III Vice‑President 1101 E. Rahn Road, Dayton, OH 45429

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Joe Eiben — 5192 Edgehurst, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
• Francis Flaherty — 504 21st St., Vienna, WV 26101
• Laird Jackson — 1025 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
• Edward Wisser — 132 I Summit St., McKeesport, PA 15131

No District III report this month.

IV District Report

Chuck Foreman — District IV Vice‑President 607 Pohite Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Wayne Abernethy — 5221 Marlboro Pike, Hillside, MD 20027
• Bob Champine — 205 Taylor Rd., Newport News, VA 23606
• Howard Crispin — 611 Beechwood Dr., Charlottesville, VA 22901
• V. Bill Helms — 2000 Toyota Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
• Scotty Moore — 11 Orchard Lane, Wilmington, DE 19809
• John Preston — 7012 Elva Court, Falls Church, VA 22042
• Paul A. Yacovacci — 6408 Winthrop Dr., Fayetteville, NC 28301

Report highlights:

• Chuck participated as a CD in the Trans‑Am Relay Race (Flying for Jerry and His Kids) and praised team work and club participation across District IV.
• Since being elected VP in January 1979, Chuck has gained insight into AMA operations and encourages one‑on‑one meetings with clubs to improve communications.
• AVPs are available to visit clubs and help resolve questions.
• A new club is forming in the Richmond, VA area pursuing county‑supported flying sites.
• Howard Crispin (AVP) reported on the Harrisonburg RC Club, a new club seeking information and support.

V District Report (Continued)

(Excerpted notes)

• Melanie (daughter of the reporter) won the Junior High Point trophy by consistent flights. Joe Bill (son) had an accident; others experienced dethermalizer issues.
• Anecdotal joke about various fliers (Fifers, CL'ers, RC'ers) responding humorously to a remark about a poor flight time.

VI District Report

Horace Cain — District VI Vice‑President 525 Weidert Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60090

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Chuck Delong — 7203 Town Oaks Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46226
• Roger Geers — RR 5, Quincy, IL 62301
• Frank Hughes — 709 NE 44th St., Kansas City, MO 64116
• Glenn Lee — 819 Mandrake, Batavia, IL 60510
• Helen Olsen — 820 Old Bonhomme Rd., University City, MO 63132
• Jim Sears — PO Box 303, Burgin, KY 40310
• Bob Underwood — 4200 Concord Oaks Dr., St. Louis, MO 63128

Report highlights:

• Jim Sears (AVP, Kentucky) provided a personal history, emphasized outreach to clubs (monthly letters to chartered clubs in Kentucky), and pledged to visit clubs and answer mail promptly.
• Clubs are encouraged to submit winter activities and mall shows at least three months in advance for publication.

VII District Report

Kenneth F. Morris — District VII Vice‑President 1023 Iowa Avenue, Muscatine, IA 52761

No District VII report this month.

VIII District Report

John Embry — District VIII Vice‑President 1500 Anita Street, Sulphur, LA 70663

The deadline challenged the reporter; activity in District VIII remains strong despite gasoline shortages and rising costs. District VIII was well represented at the Nats. John participated in the Trans‑America RC Relay Race from Shreveport to Fort Worth and noted the importance of reliability and fuel efficiency in that event.

IX District Report

Vince Mankowski — District IX Vice‑President 105 Waldo Circle, Bellevue, NE 68005

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Charles Graven — 2220 Mariposa Blvd., Casper, WY 82601
• Paul Koch — 1910 North 12th, Fargo, ND 58102
• Travis McGinnis — 802 W. Birch Circle, Arvada, CO 80005
• Jim O'Reilly — 4760 N. Olathe, Wichita, KS 67220
• Jim Ricketts — 516 S. Cloud St., Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Report highlights:

• Request for the modeler in Montrose, CO to contact Vince regarding a package.
• "All Season, Seasoned Fliers" program: fly at least once a month from June 1979 through May 1980 to receive recognition; club secretaries should verify flights.
• District display booth available for mall shows; Nats News copies available on a first‑come basis.
• Seeking hosts for District IX Championships in RC, Free Flight, Scale or Control Line — bids due January 30, 1980.
• Reported good teamwork at the Rocky Mountain Sport Scale and Pattern Classic in Pueblo, CO, jointly hosted by Sky Corral and Pikes Peak clubs.

X District Report

Jim Scarborough — District X Vice‑President 2501 Armour Lane, Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Associate Vice‑Presidents:

• Glenn Cutter — 2020 Gill Port Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
• Alex Christoff — 1100 West Shaw, Fresno, CA 93711
• Lonnie Kraeber — 4295 Boulder Hwy., Las Vegas, NV 89121
• John Pond — 4269 Syoko Circle, San Jose, CA 95136
• Bob Reynolds — Rt. 8, Box 51, Tucson, AZ 85710
• Betty Stream — 3723 Snowview Lane, Long Beach, CA 90808
• Keith Whitney — 14465 Jupiter Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84117

Report highlights:

• Jim has been traveling (Florida) and will return to California with several club meetings scheduled.
• The North Meadows Mall show in Las Vegas featured planes, cars and helicopters arranged by local RC clubs.
• The Canyon Crosswinds club implemented a point‑system to increase member participation, with a financial penalty for members short of required points — a program applicable to many clubs.
• The Flying Tigers of Gardena dedicated a new field (Jim Walker Memorial Field) obtained after negotiations with the State and City.
• Discussions with John Worth and Earl Witt about a possible model museum/display at the Wings 'n Wheels Museum in Orlando — space could be provided free; costs would include painting, carpeting, display cases and staffing.
• Attended a Quickie 500 meet at Valkaria Airport run by the Indian River Kontrol Society; noted that continued use of that site may be ending due to new airport operations.
• Contest Board vacancies and election rules were discussed; members were urged to vote in upcoming contests and Board elections.

XI District Report

No District XI report this month.

Transcribed from original scans by AI. Minor OCR errors may remain.