Jim Wilson, Patrick Murphy, Brian Smith, Steve Smith and wife, Mike Keller and wife, Jim Forshee, Edwin Simpson, Larry Mazur, David Allen and Bob & Sharon Burns.

We would like to welcome Larry Mazur as our newest member.

Prior to meeting the balance was $693.03 and at the end it was $717.28. A check was written to Bob Burns for reimbursement for two hats, Received $15.00 payment for one of those hats plus $30.00 for membership.

Steve said if anyone would be interested in being treasure closer to Wichita, his feelings would not be hurt. He would serve if nobody stepped to the plate however.

Steve gave Bob Burns a signed check to send to the international for dues.

We have 3 for sale items still on the site. I am unaware if any have had activity. We welcome any item you want to list. I am slowly getting members bios and photos on the members’ area. Any suggestions welcomed.

Thoughts of having a sponsorship page was received and approved to go forward to explore the possibilities.

There was mixed feelings on participating in the Wichita Toy Run 11/6/05. I will send out an email for those wanting to make the run with a place and time to meet if we want to do it as a group.

Mike Keller said he would put together an overnight ride sometime in the spring. From some of the ideas it sounds like it will be a great time to be had by all.

During the winter months Steve Smith suggested the meetings be held somewhere around Wichita because of the central location. It appeared most were in favor of this.

November 9, 2005, 6-8 members are needed for serving and cleaning tables. Food handlers permit need to serve. See web site for info.

Bob & Sharon Burns

David Keene

Ed Simpson

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Jim mentioned he had some left over t-shirts with him if anyone wanted to make a purchase.

It was also discussed at looking at another vender and possibly redesigning the shirt. Any changes will have to be approved by the members.

We will have some sort of gift exchange (cost to be reasonable & type to be determined). Bob Burns to locate a place.

The famed packet has arrived and a deadline has been set to have the membership ready to be sent in after the December meeting. If there are any changes to be made regarding contact information, a new application will have to be filled out. A change of status from active to retired requires a new application and a retirement or pension letter needs to accompany it. PLEASE be prepared to take care of this important aspect of our chapter either at the November or December Meeting. (Some of the following information was not discussed, however it is important to have)

Dues Structure

$20.00 (+$5.00 Chapter)

1^st Quarter (Jan-March) $25.00 (+$5.00 Chapter)

2^nd Quarter (April-June) $20.00 (+$5.00 Chapter)

3^rd Quarter (July-Sept) $15.00 (+$5.00 Chapter)

4^th Quarter (Oct-Dec) $ 25.00 (+$5.00 Chapter) This will provide membership through the end of the following year.

Late Renewal fee after January 31^st $25.00 (+$5.00 Chapter)

Contact Bob Burns, Jim Wilson, Steve Smith or Brian Smith for a copy of the new application. (I am mailing them out 10-24-05)

The question was asked if anyone would be interested in riding exercises to hone their skills when we have our meetings. The result was mixed, so I will put together some exercises and find a place close to our meeting place for those interested.

Steve Smith said Dick Clark the current Undersheriff for Greenwood County and being kept real busy. In the past, Dick has made the Mid-West regional meetings and represented our chapter. He did not believe he could make it this year and was asking someone to step up to the plate and attend. Information on the conference below.