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​Meeting Minutes

GCAC Board of Directors left to right:  
Jim Beeghly, Rick Treiber, Randy Stannard, Andy Orszula, 
Tim Scheer,​Karo Stigler, and Chris Lenz.

MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 6, 2021, BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

1/6/2021

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:32 p.m. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, Chris Lenz, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Richard Couch, Joe DeMaria, and Brett Lenz
The minutes of the December 16, 2020 Board of Directors meeting were read by Karo.  Randy moved with second by Dean that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:

1.    TREASURER’S REPORT:  Randy reported 54 statements have been sent out for dues.  We received some prepays and were able to reimburse Rick.

2.    AIRPLANES:  4455 and the Arrow are flying; 17U is still in Iowa City for altimeter check; Ercoupe and Chief are still being worked on

3.    FUEL REPORT:  Dean said he's ordered 1,000 gallons of 100LL.

4.    The office phone has been transferred to Karo; Mike's checking the mail daily.

5.    The bookcase that Steve Pradarelli arranged and the books Gregg Kobliska donated are being relocated into the front office (from the briefing room).

NEW BUSINESS:

1.    Rick thanked everyone who's been doing the plowing and shoveling; he really appreciates everyone who contributed their time and energy to clear around the buildings, runway, and taxiway.

2.    The Blazer needs work that will cost $500; however, Dan (owner of the truck and friend of Willie's) said he'll pay half if we pick up the other half.  Dean moved with second by Mike that we get it fixed and give Willie $250 ti give to Dan to pay our half.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  The pickup needs repair.  Mike will ask Dan, who used to work at Coralville Frame & Axel, if he wants to take a look at it; if he doesn't, he'll find someone else.
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Karo moved with second by Randy that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Adjourned 7:17 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 16, 2020, BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

12/16/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, Chris Lenz, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Josh Tinkham, Meindert Niemeijer, and Brett Lenz

The minutes of the December 9, 2020 Board of Directors meeting were read by Karo.  Randy moved with second by Dean that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

1.    TREASURER’S REPORT:  Randy reported we had some more prepays and have enough to repay Rick.  We'll be sending statements out soon for first half of the year dues; five cases of oil are coming in soon; we need to order 1000 gallons of fuel.

2.    AIRPLANES:  We received the registration for the Arrow, Chief, and 17U; the Ercoupe's running normally but we need to be gentler on the throttle ... don't slam it in; 4455 is flying; the Arrow's back from Indian Hills and an invoice has been sent to them; we're working on the Chief but as yet we don't have any answers ... it's still on insurance.

3.    Dean created an incredible spreadsheet for airplanes, maintenance, ADs, etc. on it.

4.    The office phone has been transferred to Dean; Mike's checking the mail daily.

5.    Steve Pradarelli's been sorting through the books and magazines that will be put into our new bookcase.

NEW BUSINESS:
None.
Randy moved with second by Chris that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Adjourned 7:03 p.m

MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 9, 2020, BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

12/9/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by Treasurer Randy Stannard at 6:30 p.m. and then Vice-President Chris Lenz at 6:40 pm. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Dean Beranek, Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Steve Pradarelli, Meindert Niemeijer, and Brett Lenz

The minutes of the December 2, 2020 Board of Directors meeting were read by Karo.  Randy moved with second by Dean that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

1.    TREASURER’S REPORT:  Randy reported we got another deposit of one of our members of $1,000; cash flow is good; Tony Johnson sold our dump truck for $1500.00 that went into the Foundation which helped pay rent to the club; we still owe Rick but he's not in a hurry.

2.    AIRPLANES and FUEL REPORT:  fuel report by Dean: 240 gal of 100LL and 450 gal auto fuel; we'll have to order 100LL pretty soon.  airplanes: 17U still waiting on new tach, new battery came today; 4455's air filter melted after landing today ... possibly some backfiring; we'll check it out but the plane is grounded until we figure it out.  We're down to one case of 20/50 aircraft oil; we'll order five cases.  We're looking into who has an STC for the brakes on the

Chief.  Ercoupe is flying.  The Arrow will be coming back from Indian Hills probably tomorrow or Friday.  Linkage ordered for Ercoupe.

NEW BUSINESS:
1.    We're getting call forwarding for our phone system; should start soon so someone will be answering the phone at all times; discussion re a different system
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Jim  moved with second by Dean that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 2, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

12/2/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Chris Lenz (with little Flynn), Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Steve Pradarelli and Brett Lenz

GUEST and MEMBER-TO-BE:  Richard (Dick) Anderson, CFII, ME, ATP, FE
The minutes of the November 18, 2020 (as November 25 was “Thanksgiving Eve,” no meeting was held) Board of Directors meeting were read by Karo.  Randy moved with second by Mike that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:
1.    TREASURER’S REPORT:  Randy reported we almost have enough money to reimburse Rick for the small loan he made us.  The Arrow will be bringing in some money over the next month or so as it’s on loan to Indian Hills.

2.    AIRPLANES:  Rick reported 4455's getting a factory rebuilt carburetor.  The Ercoupe is up and flying and will stay on the schedule all winter; the Chief is on maintenance as the brakes need to be worked on a little bit; 17U’s tach cable has been replaced and is up and flying.

NEW BUSINESS:

1.    Jim brought in a really nice bookcase and placed it in the briefing room.  We’ll put the aviation literature that Gregg Kobliska gave us in it.  Steve will come out and set it up with a checkout sheet, etc.
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2.    With COVID the way it is, all future Board of Director meetings will be held via ZOOM.
Randy moved with second by Chris that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 18, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

11/18/2020

 
The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Chris Lenz (with little Flynn eating and playing in his high chair), Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Josh Tinkham, Stephen Pradarelli, and Brett Lenz

GUEST:  Elle Wyatt

The minutes of the November 11, 2020 Board of Directors meeting were read by Karo.  Randy moved with second by Mike and Leonardo DiCaprio (a/k/a Chris) that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:
1.    Treasurer’s Report:  Our insurance is paid up.  Randy reported that we really need more money to cover our expenses, so fly when you can.

2.    AIRPLANES:  Rick reported that we need a new tach cable for 17U so he’s put that plane on maintenance; we have concerns about 4455's rough idling; the Chief is flying but needs a little more work on the brakes (which may be fixed by this Friday); and the Arrow and Ercoupe are both flying.

NEW BUSINESS:
1.    Discussion was held re a friend of Josh’s who’d like to rent a hangar to host a wedding in.  Sounds like fun!

2.    Elle said she would like to have anything aviation-related like old propellers or any other part of an airplane to give to her daughter.  So if you have something aviation-related, please contact her.  She’ll leave business cards in the office that will include her contact information.  Just give her a call and she’ll pick up your item(s).  Thank you.
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NO MEETING NEXT WEDNESDAY (November 25) as it’s “Thanksgiving Eve.”
Randy moved with second by Dean that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 11, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

11/11/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Chris Lenz, Jim Beeghly, and Mike Mango
MEMBERS PRESENT:  Joe DeMaria and Steve Smith

The minutes of the November 4, 2020 Board of Directors meeting were read by Beeghly.  Stannard moved with second by Beeghly that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:

1.    Treasurer’s Report:  Stannard reported that we were basically broke with a $1,500 balance, but with a $4,500 bill coming due with credit card payments due the week of the 21st.  We will have a deficit of about $4,000, so need an influx of $3,000 to $4,000 income in the next two weeks.  Discussion about Stannard taking rent payment to Willy.  Stannard indicated he would do it Thursday.  Treiber commented that the wind was not being cooperative enough to allow flying.

2.    AIRPLANES:  Treiber reported that the Arrow is up and flying as are both 172s and the Ercoupe.  Mango and Tim Scheer rebuilt the tailwheel on the Chief and, along with Treiber, are wrapping up the work on the Chief’s windshield.  The remaining issue is to adjust the heel brakes and the paperwork.

NEW BUSINESS:

1.    Beranek reported that he is pretty sure he is in quarantine for the near future so he will keep in touch.
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2.    Beranek reported we received a new application for the scholarship.  He will share it for consideration.
Lenz moved with second by Beranek that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 4, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

11/4/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Chris Lenz, Jim Beeghly, Mike Mango, and Karo Stigler

MEMBERS PRESENT: Tim Scheer, Patrick McCormick with Jonathan Hilmer, Paige and Flynn Lenz, Brett Lenz, and Keith Neuzil (tonight’s chili chef)

GUEST PRESENT:  Lane Schultz (scholarship applicant)

The minutes of the Board of Directors meeting from October 28, 2020 were read by Lane.  Randy moved with second by Chris that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

1.    Treasurer's Report: Randy reported we’re down a bit but okay.

2.    Airplanes:  Rick said Mike’s made a lot of progress on the Chief and the windshield will be installed tomorrow.  It starts up just great ... thanks to the new mags.  The brakes on the Chief need some work; we’ll check into it.  Tim bought a new tail spring for the Chief.  All other aircraft is up and flying.

NEW BUSINESS:
1.    Election of officers:  At the November 1, 2020 annual Stockholders’ meeting, the members voted to retain Rick, Randy, and Karo, who were up for re-election and advised they wish to stay on the Board.  Andy was also up for re-election but decided to step down and let someone else take his place.  Mike Mango was elected to take Andy’s seat.  At tonight’s meeting, we elect officers.  Jim moved with second by Randy that those who held officers 2019-2020 remain in their current positions.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Therefore, the officers of the Board of Directors for 2020-2021are: President Rick Treiber, Vice-President Chris Lenz, Treasurer Randy Stannard, and Secretary Karo Stigler.  Other Board members are Dean Beranek, Jim Beeghly, and Mike Mango.

2.    Discussion was held re the frequency of Board meetings this winter.  We’ll play it by ear and decide week-to-week whether to hold in-person meetings or if they’ll be via Zoom with Randy as the originator.  

3.    Lane will get an introductory flight, will get a logbook to have the PIC sign, and will look into the Sporty’s ground school program.  This is what is would like to be the beginning of flight training ... if he receives a scholarship.
Randy moved with second by Dean that we adjourn.  Vote taken; motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 28, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

10/28/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:30 p.m.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, Chris Lenz with Flynn, and Jim Beeghly

MEMBERS PRESENT: Tim Scheer, Mike Mango, Tony Johnson, Patrick McCormick with Jonathan Hilmer, Joe DeMaria, Brett Lenz, and Mark Eads

GUESTS PRESENT:  Greg Kobliska and Lane Schultz

The minutes of the Board of Directors meeting from October 21, 2020 were read by Rick.  Randy moved with second by Dean that the Minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Treasurer's Report: Randy reported we are current on all bills and we have a balance in the account to cover first of month bills; therefore, we’re okay for now.

Airplanes:  Rick reports that the Arrow and 172s are up and available.  The Chief is in progress; needing painting.  The Ercoupe has a couple of minor issues being worked on but is flyable.

NEW BUSINESS:

We have a couple of new windsocks and Rick and Mike Burns will try to get them up this Sunday before the annual meeting.

Guest Greg Kobliska is donating a library full of aviation books so those will be set up in the office for borrowing by members.  He is a long-time pilot and airplane owner and was in grade school with Mike Mango.  Mike asked about the possibility of granting Greg an honorary membership.  Randy moved with second by Dean that Greg be granted honorary member status.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Congratulations Greg on your membership and thank you for the valuable resources you donated to us.

A conversation ensued about the annual meeting coming up this Sunday and it was decided to go ahead and do it in person for this year.  We also decided to do Zoom meetings for board meetings with an attempt to do at least one in person meeting at the airport per month if the weather works.
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Randy moved with second by Dean that we adjourn.  Vote taken; motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 27, 2019, STOCKHOLDERS' MEETING

10/27/2020

 

The meeting was called to order at 11:20 a.m. by President Rick Treiber

Stockholders Present:  Rick Treiber, John Ockenfels, David Ekman, Dean Beranek, Jeff White, Joe DeMaria, Randy Stannard, Tim Scheer, Chris and Flynn Lenz, Karo Stigler, and Mark Eads

NOTE: IT APPEARS THAT WITH THE PROXIES HELD AND THOSE PERSONALLY PRESENT, WE HAVE A QUORUM; THEREFORE, THE STOCKHOLDERS' MEETING MAY GO FORWARD.

The minutes of the October 21, 2018 stockholders' meeting were read by Karo Stigler.  Randy moved with second by Chris Lenz that the minutes be approved as read.  Vote taken; Motion carried.

Election of Board of Directors: Up for re-election this term are Tim Scheer, Jim Beeghly, and Chris Lenz, who all announced they wished to stay on the Board.  There being no others who indicated they wanted to run for a Board position, and no nominations of others were made, Randy Stannard moved with second by Dean Beranek to accept the candidates by acclimation. Vote taken; Motion carried.  The three Board members retained for the next term are: Tim Scheer, Jim Beeghly, and Chris Lenz.  Election of officers on the Board of Directors will be held at the first Board meeting following the Stockholders' Meeting, i.e., October 30, 2019.

Karo moved with second by Chris that we adjourn.  Vote taken; Motion carried.  Adjourned at 11:30 a.m.

MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 21, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

10/21/2020

 

The meeting was called to order by President Rick Treiber at 6:38 p.m.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:  Randy Stannard, Dean Beranek, and Jim Beeghly

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Tim Scheer, Mike Mango, and Alec Feller

GUESTS PRESENT:  Lane Schultz and his mother, Elesha

The minutes of the Board of Directors meeting from October 14. 2020 were read by Rick.  Randy moved with second by Jim that the Minutes be accepted as read.  Vote taken; motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

1.    Treasurer's Report:  We are current on all bills and we have a small balance in the account so we’re okay for now.

2.    Airplanes:  Rick reports that the Arrow and 172s are up and available but there are  some repairs to the brakes needed on the Ercoupe and a couple more weeks are needed on the Chief.

NEW BUSINESS:

1.    Guest Lane Schultz is applying for the scholarship.

2.    Alec brought up a desire to clean up the airplanes for winter.  He will try to come out this weekend to work on wash jobs.  He could use help.  He wants to get the bugs off the leading edges, etc.

3.    Mike commented that he would like to see us continue to have live ground school.  Rick reports that is our plan as soon as it is safe from COVID.
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4.    Rick reports that the Arrow is scheduled to be used by Indian Hills from November 29 to Dec 17 and they expect to put about 50 hours on it.  That will help the treasury but means it will be unavailable for almost three weeks.
Randy moved with second by Jim that we adjourn.  Vote taken; motion carried.  Meeting adjourned  at 7:00 p.m.
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