SRRPC Newsletter 01/31/2012  

Savannah River Rifle and Pistol Club

P.O. Box 5337

Aiken, SC 29804

NRA # C7072 CMP # 037002                  

 January 22, 2012 Annual Meeting Minutes

The Annual Meeting of the Savannah River Rifle and Ristol Club was called to order by President, Jim Samsel, at 7:00PM, January 22, 2012, at Ryan's Steak House in Aiken.

The only item of business on the agenda for the annual meeting was the election of officers for 2012. Ballots were distributed to members in good standing who had not voted by absentee ballot. Ballots were then counted. Twenty-One ballots were cast at the meeting and Forty-one absentee ballots were cast. The total exceeded the number required for a quorum (20% of 153 members in good standing = 32). All votes cast were for acceptance of the nominated slate of candidates. Officers elected for 2012 are as follows:

President Jim Samsel

Vice President Joe Podesta

Secretary George Laverick

Treasurer Roger Ward

Armorer Kevin Lilly

Executive Officer Mike Johnson

A motion was made, seconded, and accepted to close the meeting.

 January 22, 2012 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

Following the Annual Meeting, President Jim Samsel called to order a meeting of the new Executive Committee.

Minutes

Minutes of the December 18, 2011 meeting were read by George Laverick, and were accepted as read.

Treasurer's Report

Roger Ward reported that the Treasury is in good shape. As of the meeting, we have 153 members in good standing.

Range Report

George rported that the lollipop targets on the rifle range were damaged again and that someone had placed oranges and grapefruit on the ground 25yd line of the rifle range and used them for targets. This violates both the rule against “junk” targets and the requirement that all bullets strike the berm.

Old Business

Mike Johnson presented a proposal for an orientation to be completed by all prospective members of the club before final approval for unsupervised use of the range. After some discussion between the Committee and members present, Jim Samsel requested that the proposal be placed on the club website for member comments. The proposal is located here Orientation Proposal. Please email your comments to mailto:exec@srrpclub.com?subject=Orientaion Proposal Comments.

Jim Samsel reported that he had not surveyed the rifle range to determine the amount of fill dirt, etc needed to extend the range to 200yds. He realized that extending the existing range to 200 yds would put the 200yd berm approximately 150yds directly behind the right pistol bay. Although the chance is small, he was concerned that this would create the danger of ricochets from the pistol bay striking someone on the rifle range, and that he could not support simply extending the range for this reason.

Several alternatives were discussed including angling the rifle range off to the right from its present orientation, creating a seperate 200yd range at a right angle to the existing range, or installing additional baffles on the pistol range to prevent ricochets. It was decided that a committee would be established to consider the alternatives and report back to the Executive Committee. Mike Johnson will chair the committee. The following members agreed to serve on the committee: Joe Podesta, Jim Samsel, Ken Koerner and John Zentz.

George reported that the South Carolina apparently maintains two addresses for a corporation, “Principal Place of Business” and “Registered Agent Address”. We recently corrected the “Principal Place of Business”, but still need to change the “Registered Agent Address”. A motion passed to authorize a check for $10.00 to the Secretary of State to file the address change.

George also reported that we had received an email from the CMP that we need to renew out membership. Roger to look into whether the check we sent last fall was for 2011 or 2012.

John Hefentreyer presented updated results of the member survey.

    The most favored improvement is a longer (200yd) rifle range.

    There was strong interest in more metal targets.

    Also, strong interest in intermediate berms on the rifle range.

    Little interest was shown:

        grass on pistol ranges.

        lighting for night shooting.

        work days for credit

        clubhouse

    Only 5 of 76 responders have used club loaner rifles.

    Food is not necessarily a positive thing for getting members to attend meetings.

    75 percent of the repondents do have CWP permits.

    Usage of the range seems to be fairly evenly spread over the days of the week.

The Executive Committee wants to extend our thanks to John for taking the time to go through all of the surveys.

A discussion of “work days” was held, but no action was taken.

New Business

Two applications for membership were approved.

Kevin and Roger will check on the cost of replacing lollipop targets vs.repairing them.

The next meeting will be at 7:00PM on February 19, 2012 at Ryan's Steakhouse in Aiken.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30PM.

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On January 25, 2012, Mike Johnson notified the other members of the Executive Committee that he wished to resign as Executive Officer and chairman and member of the Range Expansion Committee.

His resignation was accepted.

After careful consideration, the Executive Committee voted to appoint Tom Moore as the new Executive Officer for 2012 and chairman of the Range expansion Committee. Tom has agreed to accpet the position. Please give Tom your full cooperation in his new assignment.

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The combination to the gate will be changed tomorrow, February 1, 2012. The new combination is on your 2012 membership card.

George Laverick

Secretary

SRRPC Newsletter 12/20/2011    

Savannah River Rifle and Pistol Club

P.O. Box 5337

Aiken, SC 29804

NRA # C7072 CMP # 037002                  

 December 18, 2011 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President,Jim Samsel, at Ryan's in Aiken.

 Officers present were Jim Samsel, Joe Podesta, George Laverick, Roger Ward, and Mike Johnson.

Minutes

Minutes of the November 27, 2011 meeting were read by George. Joe moved that the minutes be accepted as read, Mike seconded. All in favor.

Treasurer's Report

The Treasurer's report was given by Roger. Financial condition is good. We have 192 members, with approximately 70 having renewed for 2012 as of the meeting.

Range Report

George reported on the condition of the range. It is mostly good. The lollipop target on the rifle range has been repaired. Unfortunately someone shot holes in two of the steel backstops used for the smallbore silhouette matches.

Old Business

George reported that Ken Koerner has received an unofficial quote to build a gate, but had no details at this time.. No further action at this meeting.

Approximately 40 responses have been received to the Member Survey as of the meeting. John Hefentreyer presented a summary of the responses:

Very strong interest was shown in extending the rifle range to 200 yards and in obtaining more metal targets.

Strong interest was shown in intermediate berms on rifle and pistol ranges and permanent restrooms.

There was not much interest in a clubhouse, night lighting, graveling the pistol range parking area or planting grass on the pistol ranges..

Rex Lutz asked if we had submitted the changes to the bylaws made at the last annual meeting to the NRA for approval. Jim responded that he had contacted the NRA before the bylaws were changed and they no longer approve/disapprove bylaws; it is strictly up to the club to set our own bylaws.

New Business

Jim requested nominations from the floor for the election of officers at the Annual Meeting in January. No nominations were made. Joe moved nominations be closed, Mike seconded. Jim presented the slate of candidates offered by the Executive Committee as follows:

President.................Jim Samsel

Vice President.........Joe Podesta

Secretary.................George Laverick

Treasurer.................Roger Ward

Armorer..................Kevin Lilly

Exec. Officer..........Mike Johnson

Jim raised the question of whether or not the meeting should be at Ryan's or some other location. After some discussion and consulting with Ryan's management, it was decided to hold the meeting January 22, 2012 at 7:00 to 8:30PM at Ryan's.

George pointed out that the Bylaw which describes the Treasurer's duties has a spelling error, and asked if we need to amend the Bylaws to correct the spelling error. The consensus was that we would have to amend the bylaws if we wanted to correct the error, but that it was unnecessary to do so as long as the meaning was clear.

Roger presented an application for membership for Normand Brooks, sponsored by Ronald Taylor. Roger moved that we accept the application; George seconded. All in favor.

Jim asked about Article 8 of the Bylaws where it says that “Charges...may be preferred...”. Should it be “preferred” or “referred”. It was determined that “preferred” is the correct term, so no action was taken.

Mike proposed that the club institute a mandatory orientation based on the range rules for all new members. He stated that he has several volunteers who will help conduct the orientation. During the lengthy discussion which followed, Rex suggested that current members also needed to go through the orientation. Various other suggestion were made. Jim advised Mike that the Executive Committee could not act on the proposals without a more detailed plan of how the orientation would be implemented. Mike should prepare a written plan to the Committee at a future meeting.

Jim brought up the subject of range improvements. He noted that purchase of more steel targets was high on the wants of the members returning their surveys, and suggested that the new Executive Officer after the 2012 elections should determine what steel targets to get and submit a budget to the Executive Committee.

A discussion was held about extending the rifle range. Mike suggested selling the trees, but Jim had talked to a contractor who said the trees had so little value that it was not worth bringing heavy equipment in to remove them. In order to get more firm quotes on extending the range, a better understanding of just how much work is needed. George moved that we take steps to develop an SOW so that we could get competitive quotes, and that we authorize Jim to spend about 200 dollars to have someone clear a sight-line for surveying the range. Joe seconded. All in favor.

Mike asked if there was any likelihood of being able to use the ADPS indoor range like we used to. Joe responded that people he has talked to feel that there is no chance now, but when the ADPS administration changes, we may have an opportunity to revisit the issue.

A member asked about a dedicated shotgun range. That is an eventual possibility if there is enough interest.

The question was raised about an electronic gate, but was tabled for the time being until the rifle range has been updated.

Joe moved that the meeting be adjourned; Roger seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05PM.

George Laverick

Secretary (acting)

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Questions about Membership Renewals and Dates

Several members have expressed confusion about the effects of various dates and membership renewals, so here is an attempt to clear that up

December 31

According to the club Bylaws, annual membership runs from January 1 to December 31. Therefore, if you have not renewed by the end of December 31, you are technically no longer a member and lose all of your club privileges including voting and using the range.

January ??

On some date early in January, absentee ballots will be sent to all members who have renewed by that date. If you renew between then and the annual meeting, we will attempt to get an absentee ballot to you, but, if we can't, you will have to come to the meeting in person to vote.

January 22

This is the date of the annual meeing. The meeting is at 7:00PM. If your absentee ballot has not been received by 5:00PM that day, or if you have not renewed your membership before the meeting, you will need to come the meeting, renew your membership if you haven't already, and vote in person.

February 1

The gate combination does not change until February 1. This is NOT a “grace” period. This is simply so that we can be reasonably sure that those members who have paid their dues have received their new membership cards with the new combination.

June 30

Members renewing between January 1 and June 30 will have their membership privileges immediately reinstated. Those members who do not renew by the end of the day on June 30, will be permanently removed from the club's membership. This means that they would need to re-apply for membership as a new member, with a sponsor, to again become a member. They would NOT be eligible for pro-rated dues as a first time new member is.

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The NRA Smallbore Silhouette match will be held at the rifle range on January 14, 2012. Setup is at 9:00, practice at 10:00 and the match will start at 11:00AM. There is a small fee.

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Next Gun Show: Jan 14-15 Columbia, Jamil Shrine Center 206 Jamil Rd 803-463-9377 www.scaca.net

SRRPC Newsletter 12/01/2011    

Savannah River Rifle and Pistol Club

P.O. Box 5337

Aiken, SC 29804

NRA # C7072 CMP # 037002                  

 November 27, 2011 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

*Meeting called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President-Jim Samsel at Ryan's in Aiken.

  Officers present were Jim Samsel, Joe Podesto, George Laverick, Roger Ward, and Kevin Lilly.

  Recognized a total of 13 members/visitors.

*Treasurer's report was provided by Roger: Financial position is in good

standing. 192 members at this time.

*Armorer's report provided by Jim in Mikes absence-3 (M-1's) and 6 (22's)

available for use by Club members.

*Executive Officer Range Report by George: Ranges are in good shape. Lollipop

target on rifle range being repaired    following target failure.

*Secretary report by Kevin: Last meeting minutes read and accepted as written.

*Old Business: 

George presented estimate for electronic gate at the Range entrance. Estimate includes provided cards

and installation, does not include electricity to gate site. Estimate received of $12,700. Member Ken Koerner was   present and offered to assist George to develop needed list of material and scope for additional cost saving for   alternative installation.

Jim provided (non-binding) quote to extend rifle range to 200 yards including drainage. This work would include raising the present 100 yard range and moving the berm area to 200 yards.

Approximately five pieces of equipment and a   week of work to complete. Cost estimate of $28,400. No action at this time. 

Signed By-Laws provided to George for placement on Club web-site. Originals will be placed into files upon return.

New business cards have not been ordered as of this meeting.   

*New Business: 

Member Ken Koerner asked about purchase of target backers for member use. If anyone has interest of

  purchasing target backers for a bulk rate, call Ken at (803) 341-9807 or kenbuilds@comcast.net .

Gate combination to be changed on February 1, 2012.

Joe made motion to move the next meeting from December 25 to December 18 at 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., second by George. All-in-Favor. This meeting will start one hour early from normal

monthly meetings.

Nominations for Board   members will be accepted from the floor at the December meeting for the annual meeting/election in January.

John Heffenstrayer will be compiling results from the member survey and providing results at the next meeting.

Roger made motion to accept Dallas Pennington as a new member, second by Joe.

All-in-Favor.

NOTE: The Forum on the Club Website is always open for anything you care to post

about the range or Club. Questions, informal competitions, sell items,

improvements, etc. Start something and see where it goes.  

Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m., motion by Joe, second by George, all approved

motion.

NOTE: THIS IS A CHANGED DATE AND TIME.  

Next meeting, Sunday, December 18, 2011, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Ryan's in Aiken,

South Carolina.

Next gun show at SC STATE FAIRGROUNDS: December 10-11, 2011. Saturday 9-5 and

Sunday 10-4. http://www.MikeKentShows.net  

Secretary,

Kevin B. Lilly

Savannah River Rifle and Pistol Club

P.O. Box 5337

Aiken, SC 29804

NRA # C7072 CMP # 037002

 SRRPC Newsletter

11/18/2011

October 23, 2011 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

*Meeting called to order at 7:08 p.m. by President-Jim Samsel at Ryan's in Aiken.

  Officers present were Jim Samsel, Joe Podesto, George Laverick, Mike Johnson,

Roger Ward, and Kevin Lilly

  Recognized a total of 17 members/visitors.

*Treasurer's report was provided by Roger: Financial position is in good

standing. 190 members at this time.

*Armorer's report provided by Mike-3 (M-1's) and 7 (22's) available for use by

Club members.

*Executive Officer Range Report by George: Ranges are in good shape. Seven bags of trash were removed from the  ranges. Requesting help in removal of trash from the ranges for transport to

the County Recycle Center. 

*Secretary report: Accepted signed Lead Removal agreement, for the records,

between SRRPC and Jerry O'Conner.

  Accepted letter from "Secretary of State" showing recognized address for

Nonprofit Corporation.

*Old Business:

Mike brought forward questions regarding bullet trenches on the rifle range. These trenches occuring from target placement not allowing bullets to impact the berm. Mike added that either reminders for target placement   or intermediate berms may be a couple of solutions. With these discussions, additional questions were raised about   possible range extention. Discussion was tabled in time for member survey to address possible changes to the range.

Member survey discussed for approval for distribution. Thank you, Survey

Committee (Steve Hill,  John Heffenstrayer, and George Laverick) for puttting it together and getting it

ready for distribution.

Jim Samsel agreed to get a non-binding cost estimate to extend the rifle range

to 200 yards before the next meeting.

 Jerry O'Conner scheduled to perform Lead Reclaim work on October 31, 2011

during 0800-1000 hours.

*New Business:

Kevin presented request from Rex Lutz to continue Smallbore Silhouette Matches on the second

 Saturday every month. Motion to continue by George, second by Mike. All-in-Favor.

Discussion started by Mike to limit membership at 250 members to alleviate over crowding. Concensus to continue to evaluate and act upon if overcrowding becomes an issue.

Roger brought up discussion of weed growth on left Pistol Range for input if it was causing concern by anyone. None

reported at this point. Will continue to evaluate for preference of growth verses sandy bottom.

Also discussion concerning adding additional shooting disiplines. Interest at

this point has been minimal. We will take   any requests and volunteers to expand this item.

A present non-member asked

about an "Open House", and it has been   some time since we have had a "Fun Day at the Range", and is not ruled out.

  Motion made by George to purchase Club business cards for placement in Gun

Shops, etc., second by Mike. All-in-   Favor.

  Motion made by George to change wording on current application to include

"Current Certified Law Enforcement Officers in the employment of Local, Federal or State Government and serving in the State of South Carolina". Second   by Joe, motion accepted to change.

Motion made by Roger to include information provided below with renewal package, second by Joe. All-in-Favor.

"The new bylaws that were approved at the last Membership Meeting moved the election of club officers from March to January. All officers are up for re-election each year. This year there will be at least one vacancy since the     Treasurer will be steppping down. All members in good standing are eligible to run for any office. The Executive     Committee is in dire need of some new members who have the time, energy, and interest in guiding this club to bigger     and better things. Please consider yourself for a position on the Executive Committee this January. If interested, contact any of the current officers."

NOTE: The Forum on the Club Website is always open for anything you care to post about the range or Club. Questions, informal competitions, sell items, improvements, etc. Start something and see where it goes.

Meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m., motion by Joe, second by Roger, all approved

motion.

Next meeting, Sunday, November 27, 2011, 7:00 p.m. at Ryan's in Aiken, South

Carolina.

Next gun show at SC STATE FAIRGROUNDS: December 10-11, 2011. Saturday 9-5 and

Sunday 10-4.

www.MikeKentShows.net  

Secretary,

Kevin B. Lilly

SRRPC Newsletter
10/18/2011                                                                          
 NRA # C7072     CMP # 037002                 

SRRPC
P.O. Box 5337, 
Aiken, SC 29804 
 
September 25, 2011 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
 

*No meeting held on September 25, 2011. No quorum present.
 
 
Next meeting, Sunday, October 23, 2011, 7:00 p.m. at Ryan's in Aiken, South
Carolina.
 

Next gun show at JAMIL SHRINE CENTER:  November 12-13, 2011. Saturday 9-5 and
Sunday 10-4. www.scaca.net

Next gun show at SC STATE FAIRGROUNDS: Decemberr 10-11, 2011. Saturday 9-5 and
Sunday 10-4. www.MikeKentShows.net
 

 Secretary,

Kevin B. Lilly