November Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc. October 10, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 20 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the October meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Roy Huth and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Frank Gray reported that on October 24 and 25 Ferguson heating fixed the cold air return in the club house.
Frank Gray reported November 5th had 8 people for sight in day and November 12th had 13 people. Frank wanted to thank everyone for their help.
Neil Jankosky is working on mail chimp.
Dan Barber looked into a new website company and stated that their cost was $25.00 a month. Every add-on will be charged between $40.00 to $80.00.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
Rich Catchpole reported the fifty yard target frame had some damage done to it .
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti reported the club got a new flag pole and it has a light mounted on it.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
No Report
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry stated that he has eight people to help fix up the archery range. If he can find somewhere to buy the bales of hay, they will do the work in the Spring.
TRAP
Larry Laurenti gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $771.00. They shot ___ lines. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $xxxxx. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ -0- 69 lines were shot. The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxxxx.
Jim also reported that five stand is closed for the year and will reopen April 2024.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
No Report
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP.
Jim Lewis has received 402 renewals so far.
NEW BUSINESS
Jim Waltenbaugh stated that Penn Renewables wanted to lease property from the club. Frank Gray made a motion to not lease the property and all members voted not to lease.
Dan Barber sent some leaves to the forestry service from our trees at the club to identify and they said they are Chinese chestnut.
Francis Gray was unsuccessful in getting West Penn Power to upgrade the clubs outside light. He is going to write a letter to the utility commission.
The club’s water wells will be tested by Keystone Consultants. They are doing this because they are drilling a Marcella’s well within 3,000 feet of our club’s property.
There will be an officer’s meeting held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 7:00 pm.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Rich Catchpole. He won $xxxxx. He donated it to youth day.
Terry Moore won a pen.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Dan Barber and seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Bruce Bartrug and seconded by Terry Huth. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
October Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
October 10, 2023The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by Vice President Frank Gray There were 17 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the September meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray and seconded by Ray Huth. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Bruce Bartrug and seconded by Francis Gray. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Frank Gray asked for nominations for any officer positions. No nominations were made, the will retain all the same officer, and board of directors.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
Frank Gray reported that Ferguson heating will fix the cold air return in the club house.
GROUNDS
No Report
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
Bob Matteo stated that the homasote needs changed at the pistol range.
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry stated that the bales of hay on the main target need replaced and that he is have trouble finding them. He also said that the woods range will remain closed.
TRAP
Larry Laurenti gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxxx. They shot ___ lines. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $434.00. That leaves an ending balance of $771.00.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ x. lines were shot. The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxxxx.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
No Report
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP.
Jim Lewis has received approx. 275 renewals so far and has turned over $xxxxx to the treasurer.
NEW BUSINESS
Fray Gray has set sight in days for November 5th, 12th, and 19th of 2023. The members all agreed.
Francis Gray is still looking into the up grade on the clubs outside light.
Larry Laurenti gave a report on the officers meeting. The trap range club house needs to be made ADA compliant. Neil Jankosky is checking on the cost to do this. The old club house demolish is on hold.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Bruce Bartrug. He won $xxxxx. He donated it back to the club.
Ron Henry won a hat.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Dan Barber and seconded by Butch Schreckengost. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Bruce Bartrug and seconded by Russ Brammell. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
September Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmens Association
September12, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by Vice President Frank Gray There were 16 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the August meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Dan Barber and seconded by Francis Gray. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Rich Catchpole and seconded by Jeff Pope. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Frank Gray asked for nominations for any officer positions. No nominations were made. Voting for the new officers will be held in October 2023.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
No Report
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti stated some of the club’s members had cut up the fallen trees.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
Rich Catchpole stated that the rain is causing the homasote to bow and thinks there should be a roof put over top of the target frames.
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry stated that the bales of hay on the main target need replaced. He also said that if he does not get some help the woods range will remain closed.
TRAP
Steve Milcic gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxx. They shot ___ lines. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $0.00. There was a transfer of $xxxxx to the general account. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ xxxxx. 102 lines were shot. The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxxxx.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that the cost for Youth Day was $4,599.82
Frank also stated he has some supplies left over that can be used for next year.
NRA
Jim Lewis
Jim stated the club will get $6.00 for any renewals on NRA memberships and will get $12.00 for any new member. He announced that there will be a NRA fund raiser on October 1, 2023. The cost is $75.00 per ticket. It will be held from 1:00 to 4:00. Jim can get tickets for anyone who wishes to attend.
MEMBERSHIP.
Jim Lewis said that he would be sending out renewal memberships in the first part of October.
NEW BUSINESS
A motion for Francis Gray to check into a light upgrade at the club house was made by Dan Barber and was seconded by Jeff Pope. The motion passed by voice vote.
Niel Jankosky gave update on the e-mail chimp. He has an account set up and has the emails from the club members.
Neil Jankosky gave update on the old club house demolition.
A motion to get the old club house demolished was made by Rich Catchpole and seconded by Bob Matteo. The motion passed by voice vote.
Jim Troiano stated that not all the grass is getting cut at the five stand area and the trap range.
Bob Matteo asked if he could take the two old target frames and get them rebuilt. The members approved it.
Larry Laurenti stated hunting season is getting ready to start and the club grounds are open to members only. Any tree stands or hunting blinds must be removed every day.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Terry Huth. He won $xxxxx.
Jim Troiano won a hat.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Jeff Pope and seconded by Terry Huth. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Rich Catchpole and seconded by Butch Schreckengost. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
August Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
August 8, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 16 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the July meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Roy Huth and seconded by Rich Catchpole. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Terry Huth . The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
No Report
GROUNDS
The club’s tractor needed the left front tire repaired. The tire was fixed at Leo’s repair shop in Vandergrift.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
Rich Catchpole stated that more help is needed on the range committee.
People that showed interest in helping on the range committee were Rich Catchpole, Neil Jankosky, Butch Schreckengost, Roy Huth, Terry Huth, Randy Mcdevitt.
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry stated that Randy Mcdevitt, and Rich Catchpole, rotated the hay bails on the archery range. He also said that if he does not get some help the woods range will be closed.
TRAP
Steve Milcic gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxxx. They shot _36__ lines. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxxx.
Steve stated the trap range will be getting a delivery of target birds on August 29, 2023, in the afternoon, and will need help to unload them.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ -0-. 57 lines were shot . The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxx..
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank wanted to thank all of the volunteers for helping on Youth Day.
Frank also stated that he is going to send a letter to Med One for filling in for the game commission, and for their help with one child who had passed out.
NRA
Jim Lewis
Jim stated the club will get $6.00 for any renewals on NRA memberships and will get $12.00 for a new member.
Jim also stated the NRA is excepting application for grants.
MEMBERSHIP.
No Report
NEW BUSINESS
Jim Troiano checked with West Penn Gun Club on the use of Mail Chimp for getting information out to the club members, The lady that handles it said that she would be more than happy to help our club set it up .
There will be an officer and board of directors meeting held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 7:00 pm.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Jim Waltenbaugh. He donated his $xxxxx winnings to the breakfast club.
Dale McMullen won a pen.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Terry Huth The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Butch Schreckengost. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
July Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
July 11, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 20 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the June meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Jim Troiano and seconded by Neil Jankosky. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Russ Brammeill . The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
No Report
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti stated that he spread the gravel that was in the parking lot.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Larry Gamble, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
No Report
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry stated that he is going to close the woods part of the archery range for safety reasons.
He asked for help, tomorrow, to change the hay bales at the large target area.
TRAP
Steve Milcic gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxxx They shot _31__ lines. Income was $xxxxx Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ 0.00. 104 lines were shot . The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $2,126.09.
Jim also stated that the Latrobe high school team shot 26 lines bring in $xxxxx.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that there is a problem with the website volunteer list and was not happy with the mass mailing that was sent out. Frank stated that there is a low number of youth responding.
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP.
No Report
NEW BUSINESS
Larry Laurenti stated that the club will be open for nominations for new officers and board of directors for the next two months. The election will be in October.
Jim Troiano said he was going to look into Mail Chip for getting information out to the club members.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Jim Lewis. He donated his $xxxxx winnings to club.
Randy McDevitt won a screwdriver.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Steve Milcic The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Rich Catchpole. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
2nd Quarter 2023 Newsletter
VANDERGRIFT SPORTSMEN ASSOCIATION
SECOND QUARTER NEWSLETTER
The parking lot and driveway were raked Feb. 15th 2023 during the nice weather we had.
03-15-23 We bought 150 gallons of fuel for the tractor from Export Fuel at $3.84/gal.
Frank and Larry bought 25 sheets of target board from Stanford Lumber 03-23-23
Larry Laurenti and Frank Gray painted the perimeter of each board.
Please keep your target paper within the painter perimeters
Larry Laurenti dragged the parking lot on 03-26-23
The shotgun range clubhouse has been completed and the inspector wants a cement pad installed.
Jeff Spiering bought all of the filters and fluids needed for the tractor.
There was an officers meeting 04-10-23
We had a work day 04-22-23
Those attending:
Bob Mateo
Jerry Migliorise
Jeff Spiering
Dan Barber
Francis Gray
Larry Laurenti
Jim Troiana
Larry Laurenti held an HTE class at the club.
All 13 people passed the test and received their hunter education certification card.
The helpers were:
Frank Gray
Glen Klingensmith
Gerald Migliorsi
William Krafick
Youth Day will be held early this year because of other conflicts and will be held August 5th 2023
From 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
All around help is needed to make this another success.
Check the Vandergrift web page for more information.
Thanks goes out to all who have supported the club this past six months and before.
If anyone has any ideas on how to help the club please bring them to a meeting so we can review them
June Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc. June 13, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 18 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the May meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray, Sr, and seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Terry Huth . The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
No Report
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti and Geff Spiering sprayed the ranges and parking lots on May 31,2023.
Larry also reported there has been several complaints on the grass cutting.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Larry Gamble, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
Jim Waltenbaugh stated that a new target was replaced at the 200 yard range.
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
Larry is still looking for help on the archery range.
TRAP
Steve Milcic gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxxx. They shot ___ lines. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were xxxxx. That leaves an ending balance of xxxxx.
Steve also stated that he will complete the inside of the trap club house tomorrow.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $ 0.00. 87 lines were shot . The income was $xxxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxxxx. Jim is looking for help to run the five-stand range.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that there is a problem with getting the Youth Day application on the website, They are working on the problem and he has put some forms at the club house for people to use. He is also going to put a copy of the application on his facebook page.
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP.
No Report
NEW BUSINESS
Larry Laurenti stated he has a donation letter ready to send out for youth day.
Larry Laurenti stated the hunter education class had 13 in attendance. They all passed with a average score of 90%. He also wanted to thank everyone for their help.
Larry Laurenti stated the club received a thank you letter from the NRA for the clubs donation.
A motion was made by Butch Schreckengost to open the five stand range for the Latrobe High School Trap and Skeet Team. The motion was seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion passed by voice vote.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Larry Laurenti . He donated his $xxxxx winnings to club’s general fund.
Jim Wigle won two pens.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Francis Gray, Sr. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion passed by voice vote.
May Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc
May 9, 2023The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by Vice President Frank Gray There were 14 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the April meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray, Sr, and seconded by Dan Barber. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Jim Wigle. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
Rich Catchpole stated he checked the roof supports on the rifle range building and they are good.
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti reported there is one camera not working in the pistol range. He also stated he turned off the heater for the gate opener.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Larry Gamble, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
Rich Catchpole stated that the homasote needs changed at the 25 yard pistol range and the 50 yard rifle range .
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
No Report
TRAP
Steve Milcic gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxx. They shot 25 lines. Income was $xxxx. Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxx.
Steve also stated that the building is almost completed. It only needs to have the inside trim installed and a five by five cement pad poured at the entrance of the club house.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Steve Milcic reported a balance of $xxxx. Expenses $ 31.78. Income was $xxxx Leaving an ending balance of $xxxx.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that the tents and the food are ordered. He would like to get the online registration set up. Larry Laurenti said that he would send out donation requests after June 1, 2023.
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP.
No Report
NEW BUSINESS
Rich Catchpole stated that there was a police officer shooting on the range before ten o’clock .
Larry Laurenti stated that there will be a hunter education class on June 3, 2023. Interested parties can sign up on the website.
There was a clean up day of the club grounds, on April 22, 2023. We had seven club members show up to help.
Larry Laurenti is being recognized, by the state, for his ten years of instructing hunter safety education classes.
Larry Laurenti suggested that there be a to do list posted at the club. If any member had some time, they could do something from the list.
RAFFLE
The raffle was won by Frank Gray . He donated his $xxxx winnings donated to Youth Day.
Terry Huth won a pocket tool .
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Jim Wigle . The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Rich Catchpole and seconded by Butch Schreckengost. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
April Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
April 11, 2023
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, April, 11, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 16 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the March meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray, Sr and seconded by Ron Henry. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read was made by Russ Barmmell and seconded by Frank Gray. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Jim Waltenbaugh stated that he spoke to Chris Coniglio. They discussed that there was a misunderstanding on his e-mail. Mr. Coniglio wanted to know if the club offered any kind of discount to the military people joining the club.Jim explained that we do not.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
Nio Report
GROUNDS
The tractor has been serviced and is ready to start the grass cutting.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Larry Gamble, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
The homasote needs changed at the 25 yard pistol range.
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
No Report
TRAP
Larry Laurenti gave the report on the trap range. There was an opening balance of $xxxxx. Income was $xxxxx. Expenses were $xxxxx. That leaves an ending balance of $xxxxx
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxxxx. Expenses $xxxxx. Ending balance $xxxxx. THE FIVE STAND RANGE IS OPEN.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that he believes there is enough supplies for youth day. He is going to contact the NRA . Youth day is currently being planned for August 5, 2023. Randy McDevett is going to be helping Frank with youth day.
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP
Jim Lewis stated the club membership is full, and that there are 14 on the waiting list.
NEW BUSINESS
A motion, to let Bell Township and Apollo #3 fire hall use the Vandergrift Sportmen’s Club as a sponsor at a gun bash, was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Bob Matteo. The motion passed by voice vote.
Larry Laurenti stated that the club will hold its Hunter Education class on June 3, 2023.
A motion, to donate $150.00 to the Lions Club for youth fishing in pine creek, was made by Larry Laurenti and seconded by Jim Troiano. The motion passed by voice vote.
Bob Matteo stated there is an outdoor sportsmen show going on at Westmoreland fair grounds this weekend.
RAFFLE
The Raffle was won by Jim Troiano. He donated his $xxxxx winnings to the NRA.
Jim Waltenbaugh won a 25 foot tape .
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Butch Schreckengost and seconded by Dan Barber. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Russ Brammell. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spiering
The 5 Stand is Now Open
$5.00 a round
March Meeting Minutes
Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association, Inc.
March 14, 2023The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh There were 18 members present. The meeting opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance.” The minutes from the February meeting were passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Francis Gray, Sr and seconded by Steve Milcic. The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A motion to accept the treasure’s report as read was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Francis Gray, Sr. The motion passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDINGS
Nio Report
GROUNDS
Larry Laurenti stated the club needs new homasote for the ranges and he also said that we need a new template for the painted perimeter of the homasote. The club’s fuel tank needs filled up.
RANGE
Jim Wigle, Jim Waltenbaugh, Richard Catchpole, and Butch Schreckengost –
No Report
ARCHERY
Larry Laurenti
No Report
TRAP
Steve Milicic reported an opening balance of $xxx. Income was $xxx. Expenses were $0.00. That leaves an ending balance of $xxx
Steve reported on the trap club house renovation. The outside is finished. Next, will be the inside wiring, an inspection, and then the interior can be finished.
FIVE – STAND REPORT
Jim Troiano reported a balance of $xxx. Weather permitting five stand will open the first week in April.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray
Frank stated that he is going to start going over all inventory for youth day. Youth day is currently being planned for August 5, 2023.
NRA
Jim Lewis
No Report
MEMBERSHIP
Jim Lewis stated the club membership is full, and that there are 14 on the waiting list.
NEW BUSINESS
Bob Matteo showed the two new targets for the 100 yard and 200 yard ranges .
Jim Waltenbaugh stated Chris Coniglio wanted to use the club’s ranges when he was home on leave from the service. The membership felt that he can come in with a member and use the ranges and/or he can apply for his own membership.
Neil Jankosky stated that the club will be getting a monthly check from Crown Carrier for the cell tower rental.
Frank Gray stated that the club should send in the NRA money that was collected with the membership renewals.
Dan Barber stated that the club should set a work day. It is scheduled for April 22, 2023.
Bob Matteo stated that there will be outdoor day at the Westmoreland fair grounds on April 15, 2023.
Larry Laurenti stated that the club will hold its Hunter Education class on June 3, 2023.
50/50 RAFFLE
The 50/50 Raffle was won by Dale McMullen he donated his winnings $xx to the club.
Neil Jankosky won a hat.
PAY BILLS
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Jim Troiano. The motion passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNIMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Steve Milcic and seconded by Francis Gray, Sr.. The motion passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by: Geff Spidering
