GRAND STRAND CORVETTE CLUB MEETING MINUTES
January 11, 2026
The January meeting of GSCC was held at 4pm on January 11, 2026, at Damons, Myrtle Beach. Attendance was twenty-seven members
The meeting was called to order by President Rich May who led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. He offered birthday and anniversary wishes to all who celebrate this month.
Vice President’s Report: Nothing new to report.
Treasurers Report: Debbie Washnak reported on our treasury balance.
Membership Report: Pat Hicks reported membership status of 38 paid members. New members Karen and Phil Dicarlo (Torch Red C8) were welcomed. Unpaid former members have been removed from the roster.
Secretary’s Report: Laurie Russell reported November minutes are on the club website. There was no meeting in December.
General Business: Debbie Washnak made a motion to accept the November minutes, seconded by Marty Abene.
Old Business:
Rick Russell reported the Corvette Museum coordinator has advised that track time is now available and they are scheduling museum and factory tours for March and April 2026. The Russells cannot make this trip in 2026 but will forward contact information for the museum coordinator to those who are interested. 3 couples expressed interest (Koutoulakos, Dicarlo, Midkuff).
New Business :
Trips: Rich discussed potential day and overnight trips.
Day Trips:
- Wheels of Yesteryear Car Museum- Myrtle Beach
- Georgetown Visit
- Fort Fisher, NC
- Wilmington, NC Waterfront
Big Trips:
- Corvettes of Carlisle, PA (8/27- 8/29/26)
- Corvette Weekend, Ocean City MD (Oct or early Nov)
Men’s Luncheon: January 15, 12n Maggi D’s, Myrtle Beach. RSVP to Pat Hicks.
50/50: Phil Dicarlo was the 50/50 raffle winner.
Cars and Coffee: Sunday, February 1, 9-11 AM Bagel Factory 2 @ Carolina Forest off 501. It is located between Ollie’s and The G.O.A.T Bar and Grill.
Next Club Meeting: Sunday February 1st. at 4pm, Cracker Barrel, 1208 N Retail Ct, Myrtle Beach (at the Coastal Grand Mall). The meeting date was changed from the usual second Sunday due to the Super Bowl on February 8.
With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 4:35pm. Debbie Washnak made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Laurie Russell.
Laurie Russell, Secretary.
Previous Months Minutes
Previous months minutes are available on request, See Pat Hicks!
