Call to Order
The Kansas City Region SCCA General Meeting was called to order by RE Paula Diehl at 7:32 PM at Johnny’s Tavern.
28 members attended.
RE Paula congratulates Tara Young for Halloweenie win
Round of applause for RX and AX this year for their successes.
The by-laws will be resubmitted so members can vote on each individual revision.
Long time active KCR member Tony Giordano’s Celebration of Life will be November 14, 4PM to 7PM at Strang Reserve 8020 Marty St, Overland Park
Secretary’s Report– Greg Cheney
Bill Bauman made a motion to approve the minutes; Bob Henson seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer’s Report- Jessica Dorn
October 2024 Financial Report
| Starting Cash | $ 18,903.03 |
| Total Income | $ 9,500.27 |
| Total Expenses | $ (10,023.51) |
| Starting CD | $ 90,203.37 |
| Ending CD | $ 100,215.55 |
| Ending Cash: | $ 18,379.79 |
| Ending Balance | $ 118,595.34 |
Dick motioned, Niles Davis seconded. Approved
Solo Report– Al Hermans
Event #9 was held on October 13. There were 132 drivers in attendance.
Event #10 (Halloweenie) was held on October 27. There were 168 drivers in attendance. The weather was a chamber of commerce day and the food was excellent. It appeared that everyone had a great time.
For the season, we had a total of 1431 entries for 10 events (the MiDiv counted as two) for an average attendance of 143. That is up 258 and 26 respectively from last season. Our bestattended event was #2 with 182 entries and the lowest attended event was #8 with 121 entries I think the possibility of rain that day kept some people away.
Novice participation was up considerably from last year. I think that may be mostly due to increased social media activity bringing people in and the event culture keeping many of them coming back. With increased attendance comes space and time pressures. We will likely be capping the event sizes starting next year to keep things manageable. Another option is to add an hour at the end of the event to allow more people to participate but that will make an already long day for the chairs and chiefs who are there all day even longer. Will ask MCC if we can set up on Saturday evening.
Other than the repair of the trailer axles, there do not appear to be any significant capital needs.
We may need more cones soon but an inventory will need to be done first.
Membership Report- Paula Diehl: 628 members for the Region.
KVRG Report– Chris Kern
They have the second weekend in July 12-13, 2025 scheduled at Ozarks with Time Trials.
Josh Huff stepped down on KVRG Board and RE Paula appointed Graham Smith.
The Garnett Grand Prix Revival was a success.
There were several region members that did great at the Runoffs.
RallyCross Report– Niles Davis
Oct 6 we had 47 entries at I-35 speedway. It was an Endurocross with multiple lap runs.
On the way back a trailer wheel bearing failed. It limped home and everyone was ok.
The next event is Nov 10 at Thunder Valley.
Jon Robertson was appointed RAC member in the absence of another member who has not participated this year.
The RallyCross Nationals had several trophy winners from the KC Region.
Web Report– Ed Nicholson
The web is up to date. The Webmaster Rachelle has requested ending her contract effective 10/31.
Emmi Scott is the new content manager, approved by the board. There will be no change in the web version.
Old Business –
Paula Diehl has appointed Bill Bauman, and Alex Van Bevern to the nominating committee. The board appointed Al Hermans and Max Bear to the nominating committee.
RE nomination is Al Hermans.
Assistant RE Robert Henson III
Secretary Greg Cheney
Treasurer Jessica
RAC Niles Davis and Clarissa
SAC Nathan Carlson and Al Hermans
Board at Large Phil Meredith, Josh Holsworth and Andrew Van Bevern.
New Business:
The KCR Awards Banquet is February 8, 2025.
MiDiv Convention is Feb 14-16, 2025 at the Garden Inn in Independence.
Call to adjourn- Ed Nicholson motioned to adjourn, Henry Rompage 2nd. Adjourned at 8:10 PM.