GRAND STRAND CORVETTE CLUB MEETING MINUTES
January 12, 2025
The January meeting of GSCC was held at 4pm on January 12, 2025, at Mulligans, Little River. Attendance was nineteen members including new members Jimmy and Annie Koutoulakos who were welcomed
The meeting was called to order by President Dee Lopes who led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. She offered birthday and anniversary wishes to all who celebrate this month and in December. David Smith was recognized for his 80th birthday. Congratulations!
Celebrating Veterans Day, President Dee Lopes expressed thanks to veterans in attendance, David Smith, Tom Coville and Rick (visitor). There was a moment of silence for veterans we lost and continued prayers for recent hurricane victims.
Vice President’s Report: No report
Treasurers Report: Debbie Washnak reported on our treasury balance.
Membership Report: Rich May reported membership of 36 members plus 2 honorary.
Secretary’s Report:Laurie Russell reported November minutes are on the club website. The minutes were accepted as written, Rick Russell and Arlene Scire.
Old Business:
Christmas Event: Rios, Saturday December 7, was enjoyed by all although a private room was not possible due to the small number of attendees.
Toys for Tots: it was very successful. Photos are posted on our Facebook page.
2025 Club Dues: are expected by January 31st. The club PO Box was provided for those who wish to mail in dues. Grand Strand Corvette Club, PO Box 163, Murrells Inlet SC 20576.
New Business :
Men’s Luncheon: The January Men’s Luncheon will be 12 noon Thursday January 16 at Hooters, Hwy 17 By-pass by the Pro Shop in North Myrtle Beach. RSVP to Bob Hallam or Pat Hicks.
2025 Meeting Dates & Locations: were distributed at the meeting
Dinner Cruise-Ins: to be planned.
Potential activities for the new year: Pelicans Baseball (late April/early May), Caravan to Hartsville SC for lunch, Corvette Museum and Factory Tour (Rick Russell to investigate with Pat Hicks)
Car Show/Cruise In: Coastal Chevrolet may sponsor
Logo Wear- Dee Lopes (with Pat Hicks) may be able to add our club logo to clothing such as new club shirts. More information to come.
50/50 Drawing: Jimmy Koutoulakos was the 50/50 raffle winner.
Cars and Coffee: Sunday, February 2 at 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: There will be no meeting in February due to the Super Bowl. The next meeting is March 9, 2025 at T-Bonz.
January events:
16th Men’s Luncheon- Hooters, North Myrtle Beach
February events:
2nd Cars and Coffee- Bagel Factory
With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 4:45 pm. Rick Russell made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Debbie Washnak.
Laurie Russell, Secretary.
Previous Months Minutes
Previous months minutes are available on request, See Pat Hicks!
