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General Membership Meeting Minutes

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Meeting called to order by President Lee Schwartz at 11:00a.m.– 66 members were present (quorum of 51 was met). New members were recognized and welcomed to the club.

A motion to approve the December 13, 2024, minutes was made by Verda Bell #977, seconded by Paul Burrier #634. Motion carried.

Joe Faraone reported current club financial data and a recap for 2024 financial info. Club financial reports are posted on the Bulletin Board at the club. To date, 424 members have renewed their 2025 dues which includes 24 new members. The $10 late fee to pay dues will take effect on February 1, 2025.

Old Business: Lee thanked all those who supported the operation of our club and encouraged members to give back by volunteering for Monitor, Instructor, Maintenance, and other positions within the club. There was no other Old Business from the floor.

New Business: Lee reviewed updates for the following areas:

  • Repair costs for the 3-Axis Milling Machine operating software are being collected to determine the next steps.
  • The TIG Welder is working well.
  • Board elections for the 2025/2026 term are starting with the Nomination Form posted in the club. Candidates from the floor will be accepted at the Feb. 13th meeting, then the slate will be closed. Uncontested positions will be voted on via electronic ballot. Terms begin April 1st.
  • Reminder that 24 club visits will be needed to retain a locker for 2025. The locker waiting list will be assigned starting on February 1st.
  • The Metal Club will participate in the upcoming Rec Center Newcomer Event on Jan. 22, 2025 from 4 to 6pm at Palm Ridge. Stop by to learn more about the various clubs at Sun City West.
  • The next General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 11am at the Social Hall. The Chili Cookoff Luncheon will be held following the meeting. More info will be shared by the Social Committee soon.
  • Kenny Jordahl invited members to display their metal art at a Zymurgy Club event on Feb. 21st at 4pm that will include music, art, and beverages. See Kenny for more details.
  • Tom Jones thanked the Metal Club for making a gate extension for the PRIDES storage area that will keep it safe and secure.
  • Photography West produced a 10-minutes video about the Metal Club that was viewed at the meeting. Several positive comments were received about this video.

There was no other New Business from the floor.

A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 11:30am by John Ashton #2204 and Mike Bell #978 – all were in favor.

Submitted by Wendi Boos, Secretary
January 19, 2025

General Membership Minutes – Thursday, January 16, 2025
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