FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

County Garage Hwy. W & 8

December 10^th  9:00 a.m.

Present

LyleWeyers, Jeannie Weyers, Jack Matuszewski, Donna Palmbach, Glenn Palmbach, Don Kostka Jeff Kramer, Don Kramer, Glenn Dommer, John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Larry Sommer, Jim Hausinger, Diane Hausinger

I.Call To Order/Pledge of Allegiance   The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. with the pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions      Off Road Vehicle Park and Trailsource.com were added to the agenda.   

III Adoption of the Minutes of Nov. 12th, 2011 Meeting.

 Motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report    The treasurer’s report was given by Jim Hausinger.   A motion was made by Larry Sommer, seconded Lyle Weyers to accept the treasurer’s report. Motion carried.  Jim noted the club still has maintenance fees coming in. 

V. Old Business

A. Membership report – Lyle reported the membership at this time is at 300 members.

B.  Trail Maintenance Report  –   Jack reported the maintenance was done in October, working Thursday through Sunday.  Jack has spoken with Donny LeMaster of the Wolf River Trail, and we will do this maintenance as well.  Everything is complete, and the signs are up in Crandon the trail.     

C.   Yamaha Grant Update–   Jack reported there will be a ceremony on Dec. 20^th at the Crandon Courthouse at 11:00a.m. in the County boardroom.  Please RSVP if you plan to attend, all members are invited, and there will be a luncheon with the check presentation.  John Brantmeyer along with Randy Harter will be there. John McCulloch and Jack Matuszewski did an interview with Channel 12 at T-Bob’s.  Very good coverage for the club.

VI. New Business

A.     New trails and routes       Larry Sommer reported “W” was approved.  Larry has the MOU to present to the town meeting Monday night at 6:00pm.  He encourages club members to attend.    There is a shortcut around Beachside, however, Larry feels this is not a side decision it is very steep and narrow, can be dangerous.  The next steps would be to get a trail around Lake Metonga, and Lake Lucerne. 

B.     Chamber of Commerce  Jim Hausinger requested the club renew the dues for $55.00 for chamber dues in Crandon.  Motion was made to approve the dues by Don Kostka, seconded by Glenn Palmbach.  Motion carried..  

C.     2012 Maps     Lyle reported all letters have been sent to businesses for ads.  Jim Hausinger received the Potawatomi ad, and Donna Palmbach received the Winnebago land ad.  Lyle is working with Mole Lake for their ad.  A thank you will be sent to Hiles, they sent an extra $35.00 to the club.  The club needs to decide on pictures for the map.

D.    Spring Sport Show     Jack reported there has not been a meeting however, will need the check in Feb.  The show is good publicity for the club.

E.     Trailsource.com   Jeff Kramer reported this website has offered to sell club memberships on their site, and the club will receive $6.00 from them for each membership sold. Jim Hausinger made a motion for Jeff to link us to that site, Jack seconded. Motion carried.

F.     Off Road Park    Jim Hausinger is very active in this organization, this will be a great opportunity for Forest County, 5,000 to 10,000 acres for this site, and it is in the early planning stages.  Jim requested a donation for $500.00 to aid the early planning grant.  Donna Palmbach made this motion seconded by Diane Hausinger.  Motion carried.  Jack will attend these meetings in Jim’s absence.  Jim also requested a $350.00 donation for a trailhead grant.  A motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer for this donation.  Motion carried.

Larry Sommer reported the snowmobile club will be holding a fundraiser on Aug. 18, 2012 is looking for input if the club would like to be involved. 

Next meeting will be at Mudslingers on Hwy. 139 and 8 January 14^th.  Feb. 11^th will be at the County Garage, as well as March.

Motion was made by Jim Hausinger, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to adjourn.  Motion carried.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

“Two Fools” – Popple River

Oct. 8^th 9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the Sept. 7th  2011 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)   Trail Maintenance Report

      c.)  Yamaha Grant Update        

VI.       New Business

a)      New trails and routes

b.)   ATV Banquet

c.)    2012 Maps

d.)   ATV Donation for 2012 Christmas giving tree/insulation kits for housing.

e.)    Future Meeting location and upcoming events

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12^th at “Why Not Here” in Alvin

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Pichotta’s – Wabeno,

September 7^th 6:00 p.m.

Present

 Jim Hausinger,   Diane Hausinger, LyleWeyers, Jeannie Weyers, Jack Matuszewski, John Brantmeier, Richard Rummel, Glenn Dommer, Pam McCulloch, John McCulloch, Donna Palmbach, Glenn Palmbach, Tom and Judy Horner,guests.

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

 The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions    The ADA Lake Connector was added to the agenda.   

III Adoption of the Minutes of August 13^th , 2011 Meeting.

 Motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

Jim Hausinger presented the treasurer’s report.   Motion made by Lyle Weyers, seconded by Pam McCulloch to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

A. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 361 members., the same as last month.

B.  Trail Maintenance Report  –   Randy Werth is out of town, however, Jack reported all 32 miles have been graded.  The club has a balance of $2817.50 income coming for maintenance. 
Lyle and John have expenses from doing bridgework to turn in, John put two boxes on the ATV trailer which will be stored at the Laona Clubhouse. There are some small tools needed to keep n the trailer.   

C.   School Forest trail –   Jack reported the backhoe and cat work has been done at $50.00 per  hour.  It is in much better shape, but still needs gravel in some spots.

D.   Yamaha Grant   The grant was mailed last week, a decision will b determined by the end of Oct.  This is not an automatic approval. 
Diane Hausinger has done a wonderful job, everything appears to be in order, and should not be a problem, however, we can apply to Polaris if something does go wrong. 
John Brantmeir reported there is a meeting in Lakewood Monday with the Forest Service Committee.    

VI. New Business

A.     New trails and routes       Rich reported a small piece on “C” is opened, and needs signing.

B.     VIP Ride and Workshop  Sept. 30^th is the date forthis event, however, no one from our club is available.

C.    ATV Banquet -   All the invitations have been sent.  Raffle prizes are still needed.  Jim H. volunteered to do Crandon and Antigo, Jack will do Laona.

D.     2012 Maps   Lyle will chair the committee for the mapping.  The club needs to get letters out to businesses by the end of October. 

E.       ADA Lake   John Brantmeir offered to take the lead on this project,  he knows someone from DOT-Green Bay. 

F.     Future Meeting locations and upcoming events.   The Oct 8^th meeting will be at Popple River, “Two Fools”, at 9:00 a.m.  The Nov. 12^th meeting wll be at “Why Not Here” in Alvin.  The Dec. meeting will be at the County Garage at Hwy 8 & 32. 

G.    Adjournment   Motion was made by Jm Hausinger, seconded by Rich Rummel.  Meeting adjourned.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

Saturday August 13, 9:00a.m.

Main Street Ed’s – Argonne -ride to follow

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the July 9   2011 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)   Trail Maintenance Report

c.)  School Forest Trail

       d.)  New Trail  Hwy DD           

      e.)  Yamaha Grant Update        

VI.       New Business

a)      New trails and routes

b.)   ATV Banquet

c.)    2012 Maps

d.)   Future Meeting location and upcoming events

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10^th ,9:00 a.m.at Pichotta’s in Wabeno.
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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

C.J’S Bar Newald

May 14, 2011 9:00 a.m.

Present

John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Lyle Weyers, Jeannie Weyers, Don Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Donna Palmbach, Glenn Palmbach, Don Kostka, Florence Kostka, Randy Werth, Gregg Sheldon, Jack Mateszewski, Jim Landreau, Jr.

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, and a welcome to Jim Landreau, Jr.

 II. Agenda Additions       Glenn Palmbach added an upcoming meeting with the Wolf River ATV club.  Jim Landreau, Jr. was added to the agenda and John has a letter from the Green Shack to share.  Jeff Kramer also added the website.

III Adoption of the Minutes of April 9th, 2011 Meeting.

Motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Don Kuska to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

John McCulloch presented the treasurer’s report.  John reported it has been a very busy month. Motion made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

A. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 365 members. This is the largest membership the club has reported.

B.  ATV Map  – Lyle Weyers reported the map project is pretty much complete.  We still have some to mark.  If anyone is in need of maps let Lyle or John know.  Glenn Dommer, who was very helpful with the map project, making all the boxes, recently fell and broke his hip.  The club has sent a card to him.

C.   Trail Maintenance Report – Jack received a call from Dave Z. of the Forestry Dept., there is a big hole off of County “G” which needs to be fixed today.  Randy has some orange cones to signal problem areas until the club can repair.  May 15^th maintenance will be done on the south end of the trail. 

D .  New Trail Proposal–   Margie Road is signed, this will be a very nice trail. Off of Margie Road there are some loops that come into Argonne, Jack will be in touch with Dave Z. on these loops.

 E.  Laona Sports Show -  It was a very windy day again, however, received a good response, and had several new memberships. Yaeger sent a survey out to vendors, a motion was made to complete and return this survey by Jeff Kramer, seconded by Glenn Palmbach.  Motion carried.

VI. New Business

A.     ATV Raffle - 2011 –  John McCulloch spoke with Jim Hausinger, who suggested dropping it for a year.  A motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer not to raffle a ATV this year.  Motion carried. 

B.     Jim Landreau – Letter of support for a MRA area in Forest County   The Forest County Economic Development Committee are working on a motorized recreation area in Wisconsin.  Lincoln, Grant, and Forest County all expressed an interest.  Jim would like our club to send a letter of support to the DNR.  This area would have a positive impact for businesses.  Jim Holprin is in the process of introducing a bill to find some funding for this project.    Two areas proposed are 1) Hwy 8 & S – across from the Brush Run and 2) Hwy G & O.    A motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to send a letter of support for a MRA to the DNR by the club.  Motion carried.   Lyle will draft a letter within one to two weeks.

C.    School Forest Trail – Jack received a call during the sports show that there were three trucks stuck in the middle of the School Forest Trail.  The trail needs to be fixed, gravel, culvert, and cutting a tree.  There will be a meeting with the school board committee before to agree to these repairs.  Glenn Palmbach made a motion, seconded by Jeff Kramer to set aside $3,000 for these repairs.  Motion carried.  Jack mentioned the possibility of having a benefit in Laona to raise some money to cover this expense, as well as writing an article for the Forest Republic and Pioneer Express requesting donations and help in this project.

D.    Tax Exempt Status for Club/Grants  Jack has raised the status of tax exempt for the club to enable us to be eligible for some grants out there.  John suggested he contact Diane Hausinger on this as she has a good knowledge in this area.  There will nomination for election of officers in June.

E.     Highway Clean-Up-    John feels he can get some other club members involved if scheduled on a Thursday.  May 26^th is the date for clean up.

F.      WATVA Club Renewal   Don Kostka made a motion, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to pay the dues.  Motion carried.

G.    Training – Trail Patrol  This was tabled until next meeting.

H.    One Day Insurance Policy  This is very expensive, Randy was contacted by the Quarter Back Golf outing to sponsor a hole in one.  This will happen the 2nd weekend in June.  A motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Lyle Weyers to pay up to $250.00 for insurance.  Motion carried.   Our club name will be on the sign by the hole.

I.       Parade Dates  The club will be in the July 4^th parade in Crandon, which will be held on July 2^nd.

J.      Poker Run  Randy Werth is in charge of this.  It will be July 9^th after the regular ATV meeting.

K.    Green Shack letter Jerry is requesting a letter from the club in support of ATV trails in his area.  Lyle will write this letter to the Janczy’s, and copy Jerry.

L.     ATV Website  Jeff Kramer reported the 5^th of May our site was down, due to our fee expiring, without any notice.  Jeff has changed companies we are registered with.  Any upcoming events, or pictures please send to Jeff.

Next meeting will be June 11^th 2011 at Backhaus  Bar in Wabeno with a ride after to Armstrong Creek, back to Backhaus for lunch. 

The August meeting is in Argonne at Main Street Ed’s.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

Saturday, May 14^h 9:00a.m.

C.J’S Bar – Newald

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the April 9th 2011 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)   ATV Maps – Lyle Weyers

c)   Trail Maintenance Report

       d.)  New Trail Proposal

       e.)  Laona Sports Show 

VI.       New Business

a)       ATV Raffle - 2011

b.)    Tax Exempt Status for Club/Grants

c.)    Highway Clean-Up Date

d.)   One-Day Insurance Policy

e.)    Parade Dates

f.)     Poker Run

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on Saturday, June 11^th  2011 ,9:00 a.m.at Backhaus Bar in Wabeno.

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FOREST COUNTY ATV

 Meeting Minutes

May’s Bar, Crandon, WI

April 9, 2011 – 9:00 a.m.

Present

Glenn & Donna Palmbach, Don Kostka, Lee Lamers, Cliff Flannery, Larry P S, Danggel, Don Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Marianne Chaney, Bob Chaney, Luke Ison, Scott Vaul, Bob Hale, John and Pam McCulloch, Jack Matuszewski, Bonnie May, Melodee Campo, William Johnson, Glenn Dommer, Larry Sommer, Tom Vollmar, Dan & Kim Gryzkewicz, Randy & Raeleen Werth, Liz Oliefierowicz & Keith Van Rooy, Jean M Powell, Paul Hagenkord, William (Bill) May

Everyone introduced himself or herself and the FCATV meeting was called to order.

I. Call to order 

President, Jack Matuszewski followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, called the meeting to order.

II. Adoption of the March 12, 2011 Minutes

Motion was made and seconded to adopt the minutes of the March 2011 meeting.

III. Treasurers Report

Vice President, John McCulloch, provided the Treasurers Report.  Motion to accept the report was made by Keith and seconded by Pam.

IV.  Membership Report

Donna Palmbach provided the April 2011 FCATV membership report:

                        134 Families

                          56 Single

                         29 Businesses

This represents the current FCATV membership of 353 (considering a minimum adjustment of two people per family membership).  Motion made and seconded to accept the membership report.

V.  Mapping Update

The feedback from the map sponsors has been very good.  The maps are being proofed and some minor adjustments on routes to sponsors.

Some discussion occurred regarding the possibility of coordinating a tri county map.  The consolidation of trail information for several counties on one map would be more efficient and probably cost effective, too. 

President, Jack reminded everyone that ATV’s couldn’t use snowmobile trails unless indicated as multi use trails.

VI. Trails

There was good conversation regarding connecting county highway ‘S’ and old hwy 8 by the Crandon Race Track.  When and if this section is opened, Cliff Flannery indicated ATV’s would be welcome at the Hwy 8 Crandon Raceway!  (There are showers, bathrooms, power hook-ups with 50-60 campsites available.  He would arrange to have the grass cut and the charge is yet to be determined.)

The Mole Lake connection would represent a big draw if a route can be established in the Town of Nashville.  The Chippewa would like to open trails but a pie shaped piece of property has an issue to be resolved.

Signing on Cty ‘S’ through the Town of Lincoln will be completed.  (Currently approximately 70 sign’s have been placed.

We won’t give up on our efforts and goal to promote ATV’s in Forest County and connecting with other neighboring counties.

The Recreational Officer Assistant and the WI DOT agree, (in concept for a trail along Hwy 8.  Our goal is to take one step at a time to extend the trails to Monico and beyond.

We would like to have a great E/W corridor available within 4 to 5 years.

Trail Maintenance

The FCATV Spring Trail Maintenance event has tentatively been set for Saturday, April 23^rd at 9 a.m. at the Town Building in Newald.  (Weather may have an impact on our ability to groom the trails, so bring your rain jackets and watch boots to support the effort.)

School Forest south of Laona

Logs have been placed around the edge of the trails to e used to eliminate some erosion in the area.

The Forestry Department has agreed to opening trails on March 29^th to work with the calendar weekend.

VII. PENDING ISSUES

The width of trails is currently a maximum of 65”.  Will the future bring the need for adding width to our trail system?  Future discussion maybe required.

VIII. LAONA SPORT SHOW

The Laona Sport Show will be located next to and behind the Shell station on Friday, May 6^th and Saturday, May 7^th.  FCATV will have a booth with maps and members manning the booth will be available to share information and answer questions.  You are welcome to spend some time in the booth, too.

IX. PARADES & PLANNING

FCATV will be participating in the Crandon and Laona Parades.  Bring your 4 x 4 (decorate it if you like) and ride in the Crandon and Laona Parades representing FCATV.  We typically assemble at the back of the Forest County Court House in Crandon and the Grade School in Wabeno.  Hope you will join both parades and represent your Club.     

More details will be made available on the web site when dates and times become available.

X. OFFICER ACTIVITIES

Jack Matuszewski (President) and John McCulloch (Vice-President) will be attending the quarterly meeting with the Forest Service.

XII. CALENDAR ACTIVITIES

Jeff Kramer, Web Master, posts events, sponsors and activities on the Club web site.  Be sure to check out the web site for valuable information, too.

I.e. Meetings, Parades, Senior Citizen/Nursing Home Pontoon Boat rides with bingo good food, too!  It just makes you feel good to help others share the great north woods.

XIII. HIGHWAY 8 - CLEAN UP

Several years ago, we adopted a portion of Hwy 8 west of Crandon.  Each May, after the monthly Club meeting, we pick-up litter along our adopted one mile section of the highway.  Please join us and enjoy the weather, meet other Club members and keep the north woods beautiful!

XIV. NEXT MEETING

May 14^th at C.J.’s Bar, Newald, WI

XV. ADJURNMENT

Motion for adjournment was made by Pam McCulloch and seconded by Don Koska.

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

County Garage Highway W & 32

March. 12, 2011 9:00 a.m.

Present

John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Lyle Weyers, Jeannie Weyers, Don Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Donna Palmbach, Glenn Palmbach,   Bob Chaney, Marianne Cheney,  Glenn Dommer,  Don Kostka, Bob Hartenberger

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

In Jack’s absence, John McCulloch will conduct the meeting.  It was called to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions       Glenn Palmbach added a discussion and vote on a new grader.  Glenn Dommer added a discussion on the donation boxes.

III Adoption of the Minutes of Feb 12, 2011 Meeting.

Motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Don Kuska to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

John McCulloch presented the treasurer’s report.  Motion made by Don Kostka, seconded by Bob Hartenbarger to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

A. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 353 members.

B.  Feedback from ATV Map Ads – Lyle Weyers reported the map has a total $7365.00 in paid sponsors. This is without any expenses at this time.  The boxes have all been made by Glenn Dommer (76 total), he suggested the boxes have a sealer applied to all, and this requires a heated garage.  John McCulloch volunteered his garage to finish this, and will be done before April 15, 2011. A group of volunteers will do this.  John will contact Brian (Crandon) to make stickers for the boxes, as well as for members to put on their ATV’s.  John and Lyle will sign off on the final copy that is due this week from the printers..

C.   Trail Maintenance Report – Glenn Palmbach reported Jack and Randy have found a grader in Argonne that is in good condition,(actually better shape than our present grader).  The reason this is being considered is there is a good probability we could be maintaining the southern part of the trail from Laona.  Another point for the addition of another grader is if our present equipment failed we would need to pay a contractor to do the maintenance.  There is a potential of $19,000/year for the maintenance of the southern part of the trail. Our existing grader has paid for itself plus in two years.  The cost of the grader is $4500.00 at this time. Bob Hartenberger made motion to purchase second grade not to exceed $5,000., seconded by Glenn Palmbach.    Motion carried.  John McCulloch reported the Laona Sport Show is May 6^th and 7^th.  The club has paid $100.00 for a booth and encourages members to come out and help, and bring ideas.  The club should get their digital photo frame to set up at the booth.  The trail maintenance date is April 23^rd, meeting at 9:00 am in Newald. 

D .New Trail Proposal–   Jack has been working on getting north of Laona open , this is owned by Crandon Timber LLC, and was rejected.  The Forestry Dept. will be writing a letter urging them to open to ATV’s.  The trail at Windfall, (Ada Lake) the club has permission to cross.  This is at Hwy. 52 west.  Two property owners have agreed.  Don Kostka is working on getting a trail out of Alvin.

VI. New Business
a.      Lake States Resources Dues –  This has already been discussed and approved.

b.      Future Meeting Places -    The dates for  the next three meetings are:  April 9^th May’s Bar in Crandon, May 14^th CJ’s in Newald, and June 11^th at Backhaus in Wabeno.

Motion to adjourn was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Lyle Weyers.  Motion carried.

Next meeting will be April 9, 2011 at May’s Bar in Crandon.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

Forest County ATV Association

FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

The Clubhouse - Laona

Feb. 12, 2011 9:00 a.m.

Present

John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Lyle Weyers, Don Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Donna Palmbach, Glenn Palmbach, Diane Malchak, John Malchak, Roger Steinbach, Bob Chaney, Marianne Cheney, Meladee Campo, Glenn Dommer,
Lucas Steinbach, Jack Matszkowski, Don Kostka, Florece Kostka

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions     No additions to the agenda.

III Adoption of the Minutes of Jan. 8, 2011 Meeting.

Motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

John McCulloch presented the treasurer’s report.  Motion made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Roger Steinbach to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

A. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 353 members.

B.  Feedback from ATV Map Ads – Lyle Weyers reported the map has 73 paid sponsors.   There are 63 single ads, 3 4”x9” folded page ads, and 7 double ads.  This gives us a total of $7,030.00. 
Glenn Dommer volunteered to make wooden boxes for the maps, and donations. The club will pay for the lumber.

C.   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest – Jack reported the club will meet with the committee before the six month review, and decide what maintenance is needed. 
One plan is to take logs and block off areas not to be accessed.  Maintenance will be the first week of May, or a scheduled maintenance day. 

D. Trail Maintenance Report–   The grader needs power steering, air filter, and air filter for rollers

E.  New Trail Proposal   Jack explained the 80 acres connecting to Margie Road is owned by Crandon Timbers LLC, 62 Creek Road (now the snowmobile trail), the Forest Service is fine with opening this portion up.
There is a petition started with the Crandon business owners in support of getting the corridor from Crandon to Monico open. 

VI. New Business

a.      New Recreational Officer – Sam Wurtinger stopped in, and introduced himself to  the club. He started in Dec. 2010, and resides in Antigo.  He asked for the club’s support and participation in the National Night Out-
Kids to get to Know Cops.  The club could maybe do a brat fry, he will contact Sheriff Denee to coordinate with.

b.      Crandon Parking Area -   The City is involved with the placement of a parking area, may be behind Laona Bank or near Schaefer’s.  

c.       Support of Jim Landrau -   A suggestion was made to ask Jim if the club could help in his election, a motion was made to donate up to $500.00 by Bob Chaney, seconded by Glenn Palmbach.  Motion carried. 

d.      Green Shack’s request for evening meeting    The club tried is before, and it didn’t work out too well, we will schedule a meeting there, later morning in the future.

e.       Convention 2011  This will be April 15^th-17^th at the Grand Lodge Resort in Rothschild.   Friday will be a Legislative Day, Dave Z. is attending for the County, Jack should be there that day. 
A motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer for Randy and Jack to attend, two nights at $89.00/night.  The club will reimburse for their lunch and supper on Friday, breakfast,
lunch and dinner on Saturday.  Motion carried.   Jack will be attending the Milwaukee Sport Show for the County, he will hand out 2010 maps and let people know the new map will be available soon.

f.       Dates and Places for upcoming  meetings.  The club needs to set up dates and places for the April, May and June meetings, as well as a Maintenance Day.

Next meeting will be March 12, 2011 at the Forest County Garage, on Hwy. W.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

Saturday, February 12,2011

Clubhouse – Laona, WI

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the January 8, 2011 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Feedback from ATV Map Ads – Lyle Weyers

c)   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest

d)   Trail Maintenance Report

       e.)  New Trail Proposal 

VI.       New Business

a)       Crandon Parking Area

b)     Support of Jim Landrau

c)      Green Shack’s request for evening meeting

 d)     Convention 2011

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Forest County Hwy. Garage

Hwy.”W” and State Hwy. 8/32

Jan. 8, 2011 9:00 a.m.

Present

Bob Chaney, Marianne Chaney, Don Kramer, Larry Sommer, Glenn Palmbach, Donna Palmbach, Lyle Weyers, Glenn Dommer, Leonard Peterson, Jeff Kramer, Pam McCulloch, John McCulloch, John Malchak, Jack Matszkowski, Jeannie Weyers

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions     No additions to the agenda.

III Adoption of the Minutes of Dec. 11, 2010 Meeting.

Motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Donna Palmbach to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

John McCulloch presented the treasurer’s report.  Motion made by Larry Sommer, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

A. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 352 members.

B.  Feedback from ATV Map Ads –Lyle Weyers reported the map has 30 paid sponsors.   There is a meeting Wednesday at the Chamber office with the printers, and designers.  Glenn Palmbach made a motion the mapping committee
can make final decisions regarding the map, seconded by Jeff Kramer.   Motion carried.  Larry Sommer brought a sample donation box with a place for the maps; he will follow up on pricing for these.

C.   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest – Jack discussed the $500.00 bond, he feels the club should have a long term commitment in writing from the board if the club is to pay this bond. 
There is a meeting Tuesday evening; John will attend, as Jack is unable to attend.

D. Trail Maintenance Report– There is nothing to report at this time.

VI. New Business

a.      New Trail Proposal   Jack reported there is a proposal a trail from 62 Creek Rd. to Crandon Timbers LL Properties.  This consists of 80 acres.  Dave Z. of the Forestry Services wrote a grant letter to the group
encouraging the new trail.  There is a meeting this week to discuss this.  

b.      Location of the February 12th meeting - The February meeting is on Feb. 12^th at the Clubhouse in Laona.

c.       Adjournment:  Glenn Palmbach made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Larry Sommer.  Motion carried.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Saturday, January 8, 2011

Forest Co. Hwy. Garage

Hwy. “W” and State Hwy. 8/32

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the December 11, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Feedback from ATV Map Ads – Lyle Weyers

c)   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest

d)   Trail Maintenance Report

VI.       New Business

a)       New Trail Proposal

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Forest County Hwy. Garage

Hwy.”W” and State Hwy. 8/32

Dec. 11, 2010 9:00 a.m.

Present

Bob Chaney, Marianne Chaney, Mike Albrecht, Larry Sommer, Glenn Plambach, Donna Palmbach, Diane Hausinger, Lyle Weyers, Carl Herrick, Roger Steinbach, Lucas Steinbach, Pam McCulloch, John McCulloch, Jim Hausinger,
Jack Matszkowski, Jeannie Weyers

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions

Jim Hausinger added the dues for Lakeside Resources and Blue Ribbon Collation.  Glenn Palmbach requested an itemized statement of trail maintenance.

III Adoption of the Minutes of Nov. 13, 2010 Meeting.

Motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jim Hausinger to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

Jim Hausinger presented the treasurer’s report.  Motion made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Lyle Weyers to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a. Membership report - Donna Palmbach reported the club has a new high, 139 family members, 56 single memberships, and 29 business members for a total of 363 members!

B  Raffle Report –Jim Hausinger reported the raffle was a success, not as profitable as last year, however we still had a profit.  It appeared the members did not sell as many tickets as previous years.

C.   Trail Maintenance Report– Jack reported there is one area of concern behind the sawmill in Wabeno, gravel will be needed in the spring.  The Highway Dept. is responsible for this. The maintenance contract expires in
June of 2011. This should be discussed with the Forestry Dept. before April as that is the time to request grants. Jim Hausinger reported he had contacted Jim Holperin concerning the trail from Crandon to Monico, Jim Holperin
responded in letter, saying snowmobiles will be approved, not ATV’s due to safety concerns.  A meeting will be held and Jim Holperin plans to attend, if anyone in the club hears of this meeting date please share that with others in the club. 

D. Mapping Committee Report – Lyle reported the committee met with Spectra Printing, and has received a quote for 10,000 maps. The maps will be the same size as Oconto’s, user friendly. Larry Sommer had forms printed
to be used at the time of requesting ads, they are to be completely filled out and one stays with the club member, the other with the sponsor.  Jim Hausinger contacted the Potawatomi and has sold the back page to them.
A vote was taken to have a $1.00 donation request printed on the map. Boxes for donations will be researched.

E. Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest – Jack reported he has the MOU from the Laona School District; however, there are some corrections.  The word “trail” needs to be replaced with “route”.  
Laona is requesting a $500. Deposit from the club to be used for maintenance should need be.  This is not a viable point as it would set precedent, and the club is agreeing to maintain this area by the MOU.
Mike Albrecht recommended some club members attend the next board meeting to discuss this.  Jack will get the date of the meeting.

F.Wabeno Winterfest Reminder.  Please remember to help at the Wabeno Winterfest today.

G.  Dues for Lakeside Resources and Blue Ribbon Collation.   A motion to approve dues for $100.00 for the Lakeside Resource renewal and $100.00 for the Blue Ribbon Collation renewal dues was made by Roger Steinbach,
seconded by Carl H.  Motion carried.

 VI. New Business

a.      Request/Approve Mitten Tree Expenditure    A motion was made to approve expenditure of $500.00 for the Forest County “Mitten Tree” this year by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Diane Hausinger. 
Motion carried.  Jim Hausinger has graciously offered to contact FCAL for a donation.  Thank you Jim!!

b.      Discuss furnishing officers & others in leadership positions an ATV sweatshirt as a thank you for dedication and service to the club.    Diane Hausinger proposed the club is growing and expanding
with lead people doing key jobs such as newsletter, membership, maintenance and as a thank you to these people the club purchase a piece of clothing with their names and titles for them up to $25.00 
Carl seconded this motion. Motion carried. Jim Hausinger will order this.

c.        Location of the February, March meeting - Jan 8^th will be at the County Garage again.   February 12^th will be at the Clubhouse in Laona, and March 12^th at the County garage.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Forest Co. Hwy. Garage

Hwy. “W” and State Hwy. 8/32

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the November 13, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Raffle Report

c)   Trail Maintenance Report

d)   Mapping Committee Report

e)   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest

f)   Reminder – Wabeno Winter Fest to be held immediately after meeting

VI.       New Business

a)   Request/Approve Mitten Tree Expenditure

b)   Discuss furnishing officers & others in leadership positions an ATV

      sweatshirt as a thank you for dedication and service to the club

c)   Location of the February and March Meetings

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. at the Forest Co. Hwy. Garage, Hwy. “W” and State Hwy. 8/32.

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Forest County ATV Association

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Forest Co. Hwy. Garage

Hwy. “W” and State Hwy. 8/32

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the October 9, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Raffle Update – ATV Drawing – T’Bob’s in Laona – Nov. 27, 2010

c)   Feedback from Trail Maintenance Days

d)   Feedback from School Forest Committee/Plan for School Forest

e)   Feedback from Town of Nashville Meeting – Lyle Weyers

f)   FCATVA & Town of Lincoln MOU- Larry Sommer

g)   Discussion/Adoption of Policy for Volunteer reimbursement involving meals and mileage

VI.       New Business

a)   Feedback from Snowmobile Council Meeting – Larry Sommer

b)   Feedback from 2011 ATV Mapping Meeting – Lyle Weyers

c)   Approve expenditure of $200.00 for FCATVA Advertisement in Forest Co. Visitor’s Guide

d)   Approval of Wabeno Chamber of Commerce Dues in the amount of $35.00

e)   Approval of Forest Co. Chamber of Commerce Dues in the amount of $55.00

      f)   Sign Up Sheet/Volunteers Needed for Wabeno Winter Fest to be held on Sat.,             December 11, 2010   

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Nelma

“Y Not Here”

Oct. 9, 2010 9:00 a.m.

Present

 Glenn Palmbach, Donna Palmbach, Jack Matuszewski, John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Ron Smith,  Don Kostka, Liz Olifuriourz, Keith Van Rooy, Glenn Dommer, Bob Hartenberger, Laurie Kohl,  Carl Herrich, Jan Michalets, Larry Sommer, Jeannie Weyers

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions

Newsletter  e-mail addresses

III Adoption of the Minutes of Sept. 15, 2010 Meeting.

Motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Keith Van Rooy to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

The treasurer’s report was given by John MCulloch. A motion was made by Keith VanRooy,  seconded by Carl Herrich to approve the report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a. Membership report  Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 362 members, 138 family members, 57 single memberships, and 29 business members.

B Feedback from Town of Lincoln meeting Larry Sommer reported the MOU  with Lincoln needs to be signed.  There will be a meeting Monday night, Larry has drawn up a map with details, and it consists of 18.7 miles, with only 3 homes along the stretch.  Glenn Palmbach made the motion for Jack to sign the MOU, seconded by Bob Hartenberger.  Motion carried.

C.   Raffle Update – ATV drawing –T’Bob’s in Laona – Nov. 27, 2010  The drawing has been changed to T-Bob’s due to Wild Rose’s closing.  The ATV is currently at CJ’s.

D. Trail Maintenance Update & Plan for School Forest  Maintenance is scheduled for next weekend. Jack will get the total mileage of what needs to be done.  The School Forest (south of Laona, off the Nicolet Trail and crossing 32) has a committee of 6 overseeing this, the ATV club has neglected our duty in the matter.  Jack, John and Pam went out and put up signs, the club needs to maintain this trail, however there will be another meeting with the committee before the club can step in.

E. Set Date in October for Trail Maintenance Work Day – Next Friday, Saturday and Sunday the maintenance will be done.  We need people to sweep the bridges, and there  is brushing to be done.  Meet at Randy’s at 9:00 am.

F.Feedback from Town of Nashville Town Meeting. – Lyle Weyers attended this meeting, and is not present.  The town of Nashville wants $400./mile, which is not legal.  Jack to follow up with Lyle.

 VI.  New Business

a.      Discussion of volunteer reimbursement involving meal and mileage-No action will be taken at this meeting.  Jack and John reported boundaries need to be set.  There was discussion of a radius in the area.
 It was proposed mileage be reimbursed only in the county, as we are the ATV Association of Forest County.  There was also a discussion of $7.00 per meal, for club members only, as the county does. Another suggestion was a
2-tiered level of reimbursement, one for officers, and one for members.  It will be voted on at the next meeting.

b.      Newsletter e-mails  There has been some confusion on the newsletter being e-mailed.  We are sure everyone is getting it, as requested.  It is suggested the newsletter be put on the website under Jeannie’s page to insure everyone can access it.

Motion to adjourn made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Carl Herrich.   Motion carried

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

Why Not Here-Co. Hwy. “A” - Nelma

October 9, 2010

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the September 15, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Raffle Update – ATV Drawing – T’Bob’s in Laona – Nov. 27, 2010

c)   Trail Maintenance Update & Plan for School Forest.

d)   Set Date in October for Trail Maintenance Work Day – Randy Werth

e)   Feedback from Town of Nashville Meeting – Lyle Weyers

f)   Feedback from Town of Lincoln Meeting – MOU

VI.       New Business

      a)   Discussion of volunteer reimbursement involving meals and mileage-No action will     be taken at this meeting

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

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Forest County ATV Association

Minutes for the September 15, 2010 evening meeting

The meeting location:  Brian Madl Printing, Crandon (Thank you, Brian for sharing your unique Man Cave!)

Members Present

Lyle Weyers, Jim Hausinger, Jack Matuszewski, Glenn & Donna Palmbach, Bob Hartenberger, Don Kosta, Glenn & Ruth Dommer, Mike Albrecht, Jim Aschinger, John & Pam McCulloch, Randy Werth and Larry Sommer

Call to Order

President, Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order.

Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was said, followed by a welcome and introduction.

Minutes Adoption

A motion was made and seconded to adopt the minutes of the August 14, 2010 meeting.

Treasurers Report

Jim Hausinger, provided copies of the financial report. A motion was made by Don Koska and seconded by Pam McCulloch to approve the August FCATVA Treasurers Report.

Membership Report

Donna Palmbach provided the following:

          Family Members           270

          Single Memberships        57

          Business Sponsors           31

          Total                               358

Raffle Report

Jim Hausinger provided a raffle update.  To date, we have sold raffle tickets of: $4,365.  The next local event will be in Crandon, Next week, “Art in the Square” and raffle ticket sales should reach the necessary goal to cover the balance of the 4x4 raffle prize! 

Trail Maintenance Update

Trail Boss, Randy Werth provided a trail maintenance status.  Randy said “we’re good”.  Randy is planning a trail clean up work-day for the end of October,

This year trail grooming has provided income of $5,148.23.  Randy thanked all the volunteers who have helped with trail maintenance.  He has been asked if FCATVA would be interested in accepting the grooming efforts for the trail system from Laona to Carter. 

Thank You

Our Club received a thank you card, from Gayle Webster, for those members who volunteered for the annual pontoon boat ride and picnic.  Everyone had wonderful time!

Wolf River Trail

The Wolf River Trail (a multiple use trail) Grand Opening was held last month.  Many people were present for the ribbon cutting ceremony.  FCATVA provided a brat/burger/lunch at the Lake Metonga Beach near Crandon.  All had a good time.

FCATVA Annual Dinner

Our annual Club dinner was held at T-Bob’s in Laona on September 11th with 80 people in attendance.  President Jack Matuszewski announced “Your Club” is the largest ATV club in the State of Wisconsin with 358 members.

State Representative Jeff Mursau attended the dinner and said, “He is proud to be a member of our Club.  He stated he has worked for the advancement of ATV routes and trails in the area to enhance the economic well being of the area and to promote the use of ATV’s for recreational use.”

Representative Mursau is working with the DOT and the DNR to try and arrange some form of transfer of DOT right of way access on Hwy 8 between Crandon and Monico.

President, Jack thanked the officers of the Club for their diligence in working for the benefit of the Club, including:  John McCulloch, Vice President; Jim Hausinger, Treasurer; Jeannie Weyers, Secretary.  Others who were recognized were:  Donna Palmbach begin_of_the_skype_highlighting     end_of_the_skype_highlighting, Membership Chairperson; Lyle Wyers, Newsletter Chairperson; Jeff Kramer, Webmaster and Randy Werth, Trail Maintenance Supervision.

Jack outlined highlights of the progress in this past year including the opening of the Nicolet State Trail from Laona to Highway ‘G’, opening of the Wolf River State Trail, and opening of all roads in the Town of Freedom to ATV’s and UTV’s.

A delicious meal was served followed by a raffle.  The FCATVA wishes to thank all of the businesses in Forest County who contributed, in any way, to support the FCATVA as well as providing raffle prizes for the annual dinner.

Annual Pontoon Boat Ride

The FCATVA received a thank you card from:  Gayle Webster, for the Commission on ageing, indicating what a wonderful time the people had at the annual pontoon boat ride and picnic.

Wabeno Winter Fest

In the past, FCATVA has provided Club members to help with the Wabeno, Winter Fest event; we will be involved again this year.  Immediately following the December 11^th FCATVA meeting, members are welcome to participate in this wonderful event.

New Business

The School Forest Trail was discussed at length.  There are some concerns by local citizens with wet areas.  The citizen is concerned about the condition of the trail.  A committee is being put together including FCATVA, the Forestry Department, and School Forest Representatives to develop a plan to try to elevate the areas of concern.

Memorandum of Understanding – After lengthy discussion the Memorandum was signed as presented.  This document will allow the opening of the first routes and trails in the Town of Lincoln.

Town of Nashville – Lyle Weyers is on the agenda for the Town of Nashville, Town Board Meeting to try to open some routes.  Dates and Locations for the (October, November and December) meetings have not been established.  

Respectfully submitted,

By acting Secretary, Donna Palmbach,

Membership Chairperson 

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Forest County ATV Association

Brian Madl Printing, 709 S. Forest Avenue, Crandon, WI.

September 15, 2010

6:00 p.m.

1.       Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.      Agenda Additions

III.    Adoption of the Minutes of the August 14, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)    Raffle Update

c)    Trail Maintenance Update

d)    Feedback from Wolf River State Trail Opening/Lunch

e)    Feedback from ATV Annual Dinner

f)     Thank you to members who helped with Senior & Disabled Pontoon Boat Ride & Picnic

 VI.         New Business

        a)    Feedback from Forest Service Meeting on September 13, 2010

        b)   Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Lincoln

VII. Next Meeting & Adjournment

Forest County ATV Association

Clubhouse/Laona

August 14, 2010

9:00 a.m.

1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the July 10, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Raffle Update

c)   Feedback from WATVA Regional Meeting

d)    Feedback from Poker Run

e)   Trail Maintenance Update

VI.       New Business

      a)   ATV Annual Dinner – T-Bob’s - Raffle Prizes – Sept. 11^th

      b)   Wolf River State Trail – Opening Ceremony, Sat., Aug. 28th

      c)   Support for Senior Pontoon Boat Ride and Picnic – Wed., Aug.18^th

      d)   Thank you to members who volunteered at the Wabeno Street Dance

VII.     Next Meeting & Adjournment

FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Laona

T-Bob’s

July 10, 2010 9:00 a.m.

Followed by Poker Run & Pig Roast at CJ’s Newald

Present

 John Malchak, Diane Malchak, John Malchak, Julie Malchak, Lyle Weyers, Jeannie Weyers, John Matuszewski, Keith Van Rooy, John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Don Kotska, John Brantemier, Randy Werth, Tootie Werth, Carl Herrich, Laurie Kohl, Glenn Dommer, Chuck Neumann, Harry Mooren, Karen Mooren, Al Lardinios, Steve Ashbech

  1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

II. Agenda Additions There were no additions.

III Adoption of the Minutes of June 11, 2010 Meeting.

Motion was made by John Malchak, seconded by Diane Malchak to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

The treasurer’s report was given by John McCulloch. A motion was made by Keith Van Rooy, seconded by Carl Herrich to approve the report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a. Membership report  Donna Palmbach begin_of_the_skype_highlighting     end_of_the_skype_highlighting reported via e-mail the club has 324 members, 240 family memberships, 50 single, and 34 businesses.

B Raffle Update  John MCulloch reported the posters are out, the tickets have been sent out and the ATV is currently at the Wild Rose.  It will be in Newald for the Pig Roast, and possibly at Armstrong Creek for Polish Fest, if someone can sell tickets there please call John.

c. Feedback from Meeting with Forest Services  John Brantimier reported there is a new ranger in Rhinelander.  We are slowly making progress, although UTV’s are an issue.  The width needs to be defined.

d. Feedback from Forestry Committee meeting  Jack reported he had a concern regarding conflict of interest with his position on the county board as well as ATV president.    It appears this is not a problem.  The club requested  and received 7 ½ miles of maintenance. 

e. Mapping Update  The new maps are out!!!  Next year the club will do the ads, and not work with this company.  The new map missed the Roberts Lake ad; T-Bob’s and has a wrong phone number for Main Street Ed’s.   John suggested we have our map blend into Oconto so businesses could be on our map.  A suggestion was made to have donation boxes alongside the maps. 

f. Trail maintenance update    Randy reported the trails have been graded.  A motion was made to buy a combo brush saw/heavy weedwacker from Yaegers for $300.00 by Carl Herich, seconded by Harry Mooren.  Motion carried.  Randy requested help with the maintenance, rolling in particular, a sheet was distributed for volunteers to sign up with phone numbers.  A motion was made to purchase a charcoal grill for $100.00 by Don Kostka, seconded by Carl Herrich.  Motion carried.

VI.  New Business

a  ATV Annual Dinner  It was agreed the annual dinner would be at T-Bob’s.  John will Jim regarding details.

b   Steve Ashbech, our Recreational Officer, reported the trails ave been good , very few issues, most complaints are “off trail”   No serious accidents at this time.

C   Wolf River Trail   Jack reported the trail is graveled, an signed.  The bridge is under construction.  It is all on schedule.  Lyle reported Nashville is against ATV’s on the gravel roads; however, cars are just as dusty.  Steve reported he has been very lenient with the residents on Jungle Lake road.  We have a new member from Nashville (Jungle Lake road) and he is willing to get signatures for the July Nashville meeting to open the road for ATV; s. 

d.  Sign up sheet for Wabeno Street Dance Aug. 6^th  Sign up sheets were passed around for volunteers to help the Street Dance.

e. Contribution/Support for Senior Pontoon Boat Ride and Picnic a motion was

made to contribute the same amount as last year ($300.00) by Randy, seconded by Don Kostas.  Motion carried.

f.  ATV apparel was brought up  Several members were interested in purchasing some shirts and hats. John has a catalog, as well as Karen, someone will order some merchandise.

The next meeting will be Aug. 14^th at The Clubhouse in Laona.

A motion was made to adjourn by Carl, seconded by Keith.  Motion carried.

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association

T-Bob’s – Laona

July 10, 2010

9:00 a.
  1.        Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.     Agenda Additions

III.   Adoption of the Minutes of the June 12, 2010 Meeting

IV.     Treasurer’s Report

  V.  Old Business

a)      Membership Report

b)   Raffle Update

c)   Feedback from Meeting with Forest Service

d)    Feedback from Forestry Committee meeting

e)   Mapping Update

f)   Trail Maintenance Update

VI.       New Business

      a)   ATV Annual Dinner – Ponton’s Wild Rose/T-Bob’s/Silver Lake Inn

      b)   Wolf River State Trail

      c)   Sign up sheet for Wabeno Street Dance- Aug. 6, 2010

      d)   Contribution/Support for Senior Pontoon Boat Ride and Picnic

 VII.  Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on August 14, 2010 at 9:00 at the Clubhouse in Laona, WI_

Saturday July 10, 2010

Forest Co. ATV Club Annual Poker Run & Pig Roast

C.J.’s – Newald

ATV-UTV-Motorcycle-Car

For More Information Call 574-2077

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Argonne

Main Street Ed’s

June 12, 2010 9:00 a.m.

Followed by Trail Ride and Lunch at Main Street Ed’s

Present

 Jeff Kramer, Don Kramer, Glenn Palmbach, Donna Palmbach, Lyle Weyers, Jack Matuszewski, Jim Hausinger, Diane Hausinger, John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Brad Stauber, Crick Henkel, Rayleen Werth, Randy Werth, Don Kostka, Florence Kostka, Carl Herrich, Jeannie Weyers

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions

Lyle Weyers requested the addition of the Town of Nashville meeting.

III Adoption of the Minutes of May 8, 2010 Meeting.

Motion was made by Glenn Palmbach ,seconded by Donna Palmbach to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

The treasurer’s report was given by Jim Hausinger. A motion was made by Don Kustka, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a. Membership report  Donna Palmbach reported the club has a total of 322 members, 119 family members, 50 single memberships, and 34 business members.

B Feedback from Freedom Town Board Meeting  Jim Hausinger reported the Town of Freedom was very receptive, approved $800.00 for the signing, and wanted to ride as soon as possible!  The signs are up, with thanks to Jim Hausinger, John McCulloch, and Lyle Weyers.

c. Feedback from Highway Committee Meeting Jack Matuszewski reported this was one of the longest meetings they have had; however, it was a good meeting The group agreed the Highway Dept., the Forestry Dept., and the ATV Club  would work together.  There will be a meeting in July.

d. Mapping update   Jim Hausinger reported the maps are at the printers and hope to have them the end of this week, however, certainly by July 1^st.  Jim suggested a mapping committee be formed in August/Sept.

e. Maintenance Update  Randy reported the maintenance has been coming along well.  In two years the equipment for grading should be paid for.  Motion was made by Don Kostka to purchase a $400 chainsaw, seconded by Carl Herrich.  Motion carried.   John McCulloch mentioned there is a business that promotes our ATV club very well, selling approximately $1000.00 in raffle tickets who would like some signs on the trail noting his business.  Motion was made by Don Kostka, seconded by Glenn for the club to purchase the signs for $50.00 and post them.   Motion carried.

f. Website Update – Jeff Kramer  Jeff  the club has a new provider, and is virus free.  The site has been up and running for a month with no problems.  Jeff encouraged club members to send pictures/events/news to him and he will post to the website.  Jeannie will send the minutes to Jeff to post on the website.

g. Raffle Update   Jim Hausinger has the new Honda ATV for the raffle; as soon as the tickets are printed he will park the ATV at the Wild Rose Resort.  The club will be sending 3 books of tickets to each member to sell.  Donna Palmbach has agreed to send these with a newsletter from Lyle.  Thank you Donna!  John McCulloch brought up the parades; the club will ride in the Laona 4^th of July parade on July 3^rd with the new ATV in the parade.  All members interested in riding should meet at T-Bob’s at 11 a.m. to decorate the machines.  Randy Werth has received 2^nd prize for our raffle.  It will be a weekend stay at Carter with all the benefits.  Randy has generously donated a hand held GPS as third prize.  Thank you Randy!!  The Poker Run is July 10^th, with 1^st prize of $250.00 and numerous other prizes.  Entry is $10.00.

h.Results of DNR-ATV Training  Jim Hausinger reported the club had 21 students for safety training.

I.  Interest in Trail Ambassors - There has to b a minimum of 15 people in the same area for a class, maybe this could be a joint effort with other clubs.  At this time the only training is in Nekoosa. 

VI.  New Business

a.       Forest Service Meeting  This will b June 14^th at 1:00 p.m. in Lakewood.   Someone from the Forestry meeting will be drawing up a map of the trail. There is also meeting with the Forestry Dept. June 14^th at 5:00 p.m in Crandon.  The ATV club is on the agenda.  Jack is encouraging some members to show up, as he is to abstain from any voting due to a conflict of interest.

b.      Poker Run-  Randy has done all the coordinating of this event.  It will be July 10^th; meeting at T-Bob’s ending a CJ’s.  There is a pig roast with this event

c.       Backroads -   Jack reported that Ross from Backroads passed away recently and the club should try to send cards if notified of any one in our club passing.  Jeannie Weyers will send sympathy cards, but needs to be contacted by other members.

d.      Nashville Town meeting -  Lyle Weyers reported the Wolf River Trail will be opening soon/July.  Nashville would need to open two roads to get to these trails, Woodland Road and Jungle Lake road.  The club needs to get on the agenda at the next meeting to discuss this.  Lyle will contact Jo Ann to get an agenda, and contact someone from Nashville to attend the meeting with him.

e.       Next meeting dates and locations - The July meeting will be July 10 at 9:00 a.m at T-Bob’s in Laona followed by a Poker Run and Pig Roast.  The August meeting will be August 14^th at the Clubhouse Café in Laona.

Motion to adjourn made by Jim Hausinger, seconded by Lyle Weyers.   Motion carried

Respectfully

Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association Meeting Agenda

August 8, 2009 - 9:00 a.m.

T-Bob’s – Laona, WI

Followed by Ride to Robert’s Lake Fisheree

 I.      Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.      Agenda Additions

III.      Adoption of the Minutes of the July 11, 2009 Meeting

IV.      Treasurer’s Report

V.      Old Business

a)       Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)     Mapping Update

c)      FCATVA Raffle Update

d)   Expansion of Routes – Sand Lake Road, etc.

e)   Trail Maintenance Update

 f)  Feedback from Northeastern Regional ATV Meeting – Aug. 1^st.

g)   Centennial Float Idea

VI.      New Business

a)  Raffle Prizes for Annual Meeting & Dinner – Oct. 24th

b)   Sign-up sheet for the Senior and Disabled Pontoon Boat Ride & Picnic to be held on Aug. 12th

VII.  Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on September 19, 2009, at Wild Rose Resort followed

By Poker Run and Pig Roase for K-9 Unit.

FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

CJ’s Bar – Newald, WI

July 11, 2009

Present

Diane Hausinger, Jim Hausinger, Glenn Palmbach, Donna Palmbach, Don Kostka, John McCulloch, Pam McCulloch, Randy Werth, Keith VenRooy, Jr.  Don Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Carl Herrick, Laurie Kohl, Jerry Rivest, Jeff Wendtlandt, Ethan Karls, Glenn Dommer, Jon Grunwald, Mike Grunwald, Dan Schepekorn, Recreational Officer Steve Ashbeck

I.  Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

Vice President John McCulloch called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed

by the Pledge of Allegiance.

II.  Agenda Additions

There were no agenda additions.

III.  Adoption of the Minutes of June 13, 2009
Motion was made by Jerry Rivest, seconded by Don Kostka to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report 

Treasurer Jim Hausinger presented the Treasurer’s Report with a balance of $5,929.39.  Jim reported that the club won $100.00 in the Brush Run raffle. A motion was made by Keith Van Rooy, Jr. seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a)  Membership Report – Membership Chairperson, Donna Palmbach, reported there are 308 members.  Donna will send all new members a letter introducing club activities, an events sheet, and raffle tickets. 

b) Mapping Update – Maps are completed and are being distributed.  The map is considered a “work in progress.”  It was determined that at the next meeting, there will be time set aside to gather information to make revisions and additions to the maps.  Recreational Officers Steve Ashbeck Mick Ashbeck, have been active educating ATV riders on the areas that are open to ATV riding as there are a few discrepancies on the current map.  Donna Palmbach, along with club members, praised both officers for being great ambassadors for ATV safety, participating in the parades, and in helping the club to continue to strive for continuous improvement.

c) ATV Raffle Update –   Jim Hausinger reported that approximately 20 members have returned their raffle tickets by mail.  Jeff Kramer requested an 8-1/2” x 11” poster that he can post at his place of employment.  Diane stated that she would prepare a poster for him.  Keith Van Rooy will sell tickets at the Polish Festival and Shrine Festivals and will take responsibility for taking the ATV to those events .

d) Trail Maintenance Update –  Randy Werth reported that the engine on the grader went out, and he has located another engine for the club to purchase for $900.00.  The person who will install it will not charge the club for labor.  A motion was made by Jim Hausinger, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to replace the engine at a cost not to exceed $1,200.00.  Motion carried.  Glen stated that he will pick up the motor in Black Creek without charging the club mileage.  A motion was made by Glenn Palmbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to give the board members authority to spend up to $1,000.00 on maintenance equipment without club approval contingent upon all board members being in agreement with the expenditure and that the request be placed on the next possible meeting agenda.  Discussion followed.  Motion carried.  Club members recognized the efforts of Randy Werth and other members who are volunteering their time to maintain the 13 miles of trail from the Florence Co. Line to “T”.  The next scheduled work day is October 10^th.  More information will be available at the next meeting.

e)  Feedback from ATV ride on June 20^th from Newald to Tipler Bar

Jack Matuszewski and Jerry Rivest represented the club at the Appreciation Day at the Tipler Bar.

f)  Feedback from June 22^nd meeting with Forest Service & other ATV Clubs

It is projected that the Nicolet State Trail from Laona North will be opened in late fall.  It is projected that Bushaver Road will be open next spring.  It is in the 45 day comment period.  Jim reported that Forest Service staff requested ideas  regarding the opening of connector trails.  This item will be discussed at the next meeting.  The deadline to submit ideas is August 31^st.

g)   Centennial Float Committee Update and Parades – Will be held on Aug. 14-15^th.  John stated for those individuals who wish to be in the centennial parade to meet behind the courthouse at 10:30 a.m.  John stated that members of the Red Arrow Club and the Dunbar Riders Club may also participate.  John also reported that there was good representation from members in the Laona 4^th of July parade.  Some members were also planning to participate in the Steam-up Day Parade on Sunday, July 12^th in Wabeno.  Jim Hausinger distributed a signup sheet to help  with tending bar on Friday night and Saturday during the centennial celebration.  If anyone is interested, please contact him at 715-473-2222. 

VI. New Business

a)  Northeast ATV Regional Meeting on August 1^st  -  There will be a NE Regional Meeting on August 1, 2009 at Mole Lake, hosted by the NE Clubs.  There will be a meeting, lunch, and a 30-mile ride is being planned.   Members are encouraged to attend.  Our club is co-sponsoring the event.

b)  Request for funds & sign-up sheet for the Senior and disabled Pontoon Boat Ride & Picnic to be held on Aug. 12^th  - A motion was made by Randy Werth, seconded by Don Kostka to donate $300.00 to support this event.  Motion carried.  Many volunteers are needed.  A sign-up sheet was circulated.  Members were asked to bring a dish to pass and bingo prizes.  If anyone is interested in helping, please contact Diane Hausinger, 715-473-2222.

c) Sign-up sheet for Family Night & Street Dance at Wabeno on July 31, 2009 – The club has helped with this event for the past several years.  Bartenders and people to help with the raffle are needed.  This event is sponsored by the Wabeno Chamber of Commerce.  If anyone is interested in helping, please contact Jim Hausinger at the above number.

d)  Next Meeting Date and Location – The next meeting is scheduled on August 8^th at 9:00 a.m. at T-Bob’s in Laona followed by a ride to the Roberts Lake Fisheree. 

Respectfully submitted,

Diane Hausinger, Acting Secretary

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Forest County ATV Association Meeting Agenda

July 13,  2009 - 9:00 a.m.

CJ’s Bar – Hwy. 139 - Newald, WI

 I.      Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.      Agenda Additions

III.      Adoption of the Minutes of the June 13, 2009 Meeting

IV.      Treasurer’s Report

V.      Old Business

a)       Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)     Mapping Update

c)      FCATVA Update and Raffle

d)   Trail Maintenance Update

e)      Feedback from ATV ride on June 20^th from Newald to Tipler Bar

f)       Feedback from June 22^nd meeting with Forest Service and other ATV Clubs

g)      Centennial Float Committee Update & Parades

VI.      New Business

a)   Northeast ATV Regional Meeting on August 1, 2009 at Mole Lake Casino – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

b)     Request for funds & sign-up sheet for the Senior and Disabled Pontoon Boat Ride & Picnic to be held on Aug. 12th

c)      Sign-up sheet for Family Night & Street Dance at Wabeno on July 31, 2009

d)   Sign-up sheet to help tend bar at Crandon Centennial on Aug. 14^th & 15th

VII.  Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on August 8, 2009, at T-Bobs in Laona, WI at 9:00 a.m. with an ATV ride to the Robert’s Lake Fisheree to follow the meeting.

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FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Clubhouse Restaurant

Laona, WI

June 13, 2009

Present

Jim Hausinger, Diane Hausinger, Lyle Weyers, Jeannie Weyers, Don Kramer, Jerry Rivest, Roger Steinbach, Kathy Steinbach, Luca Steinbach, Carl Herrich, Laurie Kohl, Donna Palmbach, Jeff Kramer, Lyle Dickson, Paul Hagankord, Larry Rommel, Keith Van Rooy, Don Kostka, Dale Bochte, Jack Matuszewski

1. Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 II. Agenda Additions

Jeff Kramer will have an addition on the update of the website and link exchange.  Jim Hausinger will have an addition on the membership report.

III Adoption of the Minutes of May 9, 2009 Meeting.

Motion was made by Diane Hausinger, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the minutes as recorded.  Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report

Treasurer Jim Hausinger presented the Treasurer’s Report for review. A motion was made by Keith Van Rooy, seconded by Roger Steinbach to approve the report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a. Membership report -  Donna Palmbach presented the report on membership, currently the club has a total of 110 family members, 42 single, and 31 business members, for a total of 293 members.  Jim Hausinger reported Jack, John and Jim have concerns stating people joining the club are not aware of the club’s activities.  Many of these people do not have access to computers.  They pay their dues and do not hear from the club again.  He proposed the club have a volunteer to send a welcome/thank you note for joining and include a quarterly newsletter the officers have been working on.  This newsletter includes the meetings and rides for the year.  After some discussion it was decided all members would get a newsletter in the mail.  Donna Palmbach will send a thank you/welcome to all new members.  Lyle Weyers volunteered to get the newsletters together and do the mailings with the information Donna Palmbach will provide him. 

b.   Link exchange – Jeff Kramer met with Robert Jones after the last meeting and discussed the proposed link exchange the club had been approached on.  Robert and Jeff felt if the club were to allow this business (which is a lightweight camping equipment shop) to link from our site we should have an agreement for $100.00/annually for 3 years.  It was decided we should contact WATVA and get their opinion on this.  Jeff has expanded the photo area for our website and welcomes any pictures members may have of our activities as a club.   Carl Herrich is going to be the club historian; he has a digital photo frame and will be maintaining this. Thank you Carl!!!

c.  Bushaver connection – There is a meeting on June 22^nd with the Forestry Dept., Jack has met with these people several times, and there is a lack of funds available to do this section.  Larry and Rich Rommel proposed the club should b able to clear this section.  It is 150 feet.  The club will know more after the meeting on June 22, 2009.

d. Mapping Update – The maps are being distributed.  The Chamber of Commerce in Crandon has them as well.  It was pointed out there are some errors on the map.  Jim Hausinger proposed one person from each area make corrections to one master map.  Jack will handle the Laona trail corrections; Rick and Larry Rommel will do the Wabeno corrections.  Jerry can possibly do from Armstrong Creek north, Randy will check on this.  Jeff Kramer requested a pdf. File to post on the web, Jim Hausinger will check with the Chamber on this.    

e. Feedback from Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup – It was reported the club had 16 people to work for this clean-up, a great job, thank you all.

f. Report from FCATVA Poker Run for K-9 Program – Diane Hausinger will co-ordinate with John McCulloch, this will be Sept. 19^th at the Wild Rose, with a Pig Roast.  This is the same date as Art in the Square.

g.. FCATVA Update and Raffle – The ATV is currently at the Wild Rose, at Roberts Lake, tickets and posters are available.  Be sure when you take tickets and posters to organizations you are responsible for picking these up.  Jack Neddo will to all Laona area, Randy Werth will do Armstrong Creek north.

h. Trail Maintenance Update – Jack and Randy reported the grader is working well, the grader needed some repair work, tires, and rims, and it is in good shape now.  Carl worked very hard in helping Jack and Randy do maintenance on the grader, providing spark plugs, and as.  Motion made by Roger Steinbach to thank Carl with a box of cigars, seconded by Jerry Rivest.  Motion carried.  Randy Werth will try to find out what kind of cigars

I.  Centennial Float Committee Update & Parades – John McCulloch is on vacation, he is in charge of this committee.

VI. New Business

a.       Spring Brush Run Cash Raffle – Jim Hausinger asked the club to approve $40.00 expense to buy the tickets.  Motion was made by Carl Herrich, seconded by Jeff Kramer.  Motion carried. 

b.      Trail Opening Ceremony for the Nicolet State Trail June 19^th – Jim Hausinger urged anyone who can make it to attend the trail opening which will be at the Townsend Town Hall on Friday, June 19^th. 

c.       ATV Ride – Newald, June 20^th  - There will be a ride starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Newald Fire House,  The ride is to Tipler where there will be food and drinks ½ price beginning at 2:00p.m. 

d.      Future meeting locations -  The next meeting is at Newald, CJ’s  Bar at 9:00 a.m. July 11^th followed by a Poker Run and Pig Roast.

e.       Other business – Randy and Larry Sommers attended the Lincoln Town meeting, it went very well.  The town is working on a MOU. 

VII. Next meeting and Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on July 11^th, 2009 at CJ’s with a ride and pig roast.

Respectfully Submitted by

Jeannie Weyers

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Forest County ATV Association Meeting Agenda

June 13,  2009 - 9:00 a.m.

Clubhouse Restaurant located in Laona, WI.

 I.      Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.      Agenda Additions

III.      Adoption of the Minutes of the May 9, 2009 Meeting

IV.      Treasurer’s Report

V.      Old Business

a)       Membership Report – Donna Palmbach

b)   Mapping Update

c)      Feedback from Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup

d)   Report from FCATVA Poker Run for K-9 Program

e)       FCATVA Update and Raffle

f)       Trail Maintenance Update

g)      Centennial Float Committee Update & Parades

VI.      New Business

a)      Spring Brush Run Cash Raffle

b)     Trail Opening Ceremony for the Nicolet State Trail June 19th

c)   TV Ride – Newald – June 20, 2009

d)   Future meeting locations

VII.  Next Meeting & Adjournment

The next meeting will be held on July 11, 2009, location to be announced.

FOREST COUNTY ATV ASSOCIATION

Meeting Minutes

Newald Community Center

May 9, 2009

Present

Roger Steinbach, Kathy Steinbach, Jack Matuszewski, Erech Stenkel, Diane Hausinger, Jim Hausinger, Glenn Palmbach, Donna Palmbach, Michael Sleik, Don Kostka, Florence Kostka, John McCulloch, Pamela McCulloch, Randy Werth, Keith VenRooy, Elizabeth Franklin, Howard VandeVoort, Paul Hagenkord, Larry Sommer, Shannon Bandt, Gene Berth, Terri Berth, Amy Klingensmitt, Robert Klingensmitt, Ross Copple, Richard Rummel, Larry Rummel, Pee McGeshick, Jack Neddo, Marge Neddo, Dan Kramer, Jeff Kramer, Bob Nack, Paul Bastron, Denise Bostron, Logan Bostron, Carl Herrich,

I.  Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions

President Jack Matuszewski called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and introduction of new members.

II Adoption of the Minutes of April 11, 2009
Motion was made by Bob Nack, seconded by Keith VenRooy to approve the minutes as distributed. Motion carried.

IV. Treasurer’s Report 

Treasurer Jim Hausinger presented the Treasurer’s Report for review.  A motion was made by Roger Steinbach, seconded by Jeff Kramer to approve the treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried.

V. Old Business

a)  Membership Report – Membership Chairperson, Donna Palmbach, reported there are 225 family memberships, 43 single memberships, and 31 business memberships.

b) Mapping Update – Maps are completed and will be distributed. 

c)  Snowmobile/ATV Council Meeting – Meetings have been suspended for the summer months and will resume in the fall.

d) Date for Highway Cleanup – Rescheduled to May 11^th at 4:00 p.m. A motion was made by Jim Hausinger, seconded by Roger Steinbach to furnish a refreshments for those volunteers who signed up to help. Motion carried.

e)  DNR-ATV Safety Training – May 16-17^th – Crandon High School – Instructors for the class will be Bob Nack, Lyle Weyers, and Jim and Diane Hausinger. Motion was made by Jeff Kramer, seconded by Keith VenRooy for the club to furnish lunch for the instructors.  Motion carried.

f)  ATV Raffle Update – After lengthy discussion whether or not to conduct a raffle and to determine if the club sponsors a raffle, what type of ATV it would  raffle this year, a motion was made by Carl Herrick, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to raffle a 2009 Honda TRX 420 FA Rancher 4x4 ATV. Motion Carried.  It was noted that it will be critical to the success of the raffle for members to either purchase $30.00 worth of tickets or sell them to family and/or friends.  Pete McGeshick recommended that the club market the fact that it provides a percentage of its funds to support the local community. Tickets will be sent to members along with an annual update and calendar of events/activities.

g)  Centennial Float Committee Update and Parades – Will be held on Aug. 14-15^th.  John McCulloch encouraged members to participate in the parades, especially the centennial parade.  He is working on a schedule of upcoming parades.  This item will be placed on the agenda for further discussion.

VI. New Business

a)  Forestry Committee Feedback – Jack stated that he and Randy have been working on trail maintenance.  Glenn and Donna Palmbach also helped.  Trail maintenance is being tracked/recorded and will be submitted to Dave Ziolkowski for grant reimbursement from the State of Wisconsin.  The club thanked Jack, Randy, Glenn and Donna for their volunteer efforts in this regard.   A trail maintenance day is being scheduled on May 30^th. Interested individuals are asked to meet at the Newald Fire House at 10:00 a.m.  A motion was made by Jim Hausinger, seconded by Glenn Palmbach to purchase food for a cookout for the volunteers.  Motion carried.

b)  Future Meetings – There will be a NE Regional Meeting on August 1, 2009 at Mole Lake, hosted by the NE Clubs.  There will be a meeting, ride, and refreshments.  Members were asked to mark this date on their calendars.  More information will be presented as it becomes available.

c)  Digital Photo Equipment – A motion was made by Donna Palmbach, seconded by Keith VenRooy to approve up to $300.00 for Carl Herrick in coordination with Pete McGeshick to purchase digital photo equipment to store club photos.  Discussion followed.  Motion carried.

d)  Safety Instruction – Prior to the ride, Bob Nack reviewed hand signals and safe distance for club members.

e)  Next Meeting Date and Location – The next meeting is scheduled on June 13^th at 9:00 a.m. the Clubhouse Restaurant located in Laona, WI. 

Respectfully submitted,

Diane Hausinger, Acting Secretary

Forest County ATV Association Meeting Agenda

May 9, 2009 - 9:00 a.m.

Hiles Town Hall

The meeting will be followed by an ATV ride.  Lunch will be served following the ride.   Any Questions, contact John McCulloch- 473-6003

 I.      Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome and Introductions

II.      Agenda Additions

III.      Adoption of the Minutes of the April 11, 2009 Meeting

IV.      Treasurer’s Report