Thunderhill Report – Mike Smith

The wiring problem at Worker Camping has been corrected but another problem occurred in the middle paddock area on Saturday afternoon. The circuits are being reviewed to see if additional work needs to occur.

Region Administrator’s Report – Sherry Grantz

Sherry discussed the impending membership changes with the Board. There is concern about the dues being waived and the effect on the Region. Sherry will contact Colin Arnold to discuss and circulate his response to the Board. Sherry also mentioned that there is proposed to be a $10 per car compliance fee for Spec Miata

Secretary’s Report – Morris Hamm

The minutes of the May 30, 2007 meeting were reviewed and corrected. Motion by Dave Allen, seconded by Bryan Nemy, passed unanimously.

Vintage Update – Bill Godwin

Bill discussed the possibility of adding an event at Infineon in late October or early November at Infineon. Bill would like to keep the Laguna event in April to make it a traditional event to build interest and attendance. The sponsorship program participants have been thanked for their participation. Two drivers were put on probation after the event.

Recruiting Report – John Speer through Sherry Grantz

Sherry presented John’s report of his recruiting efforts and of the volunteers that have worked in the past events. John and the Volunteer Photographers are working on developing pictures of each crew and volunteers over the course of the season. In addition, John and Sherry are working on a brochure to be used at the San Jose Grand Prix. John presented a report of his activities in numerical form that will be refined and produced on a regular basis.

Treasurer’s Report – Ed Railton, Sherry Grantz

The treasurer’s report was circulated to the board. Overall, the region is operating within a few thousand dollars of budgets. The events have been operating close to budgeted amounts so far. Motion by Blake Tatum, seconded by Dave Allen to approve the report. Passed unanimously. The 2007 dividend has been received from Thunderhill.

Wine County – Mike Smith

San Francisco Region had 21 people at Wine Country. Our participation was welcomed by all concerned including Steve Earle. Infineon likewise appreciated our efforts and asked for emergency help with T&S for the Legends event NASCAR weekend.

New web design program – Sherry Grantz

Sherry reported on the status of the webpage and its updates and changes. The comments of the members are being incorporated into the website. Sherry has located a want ad provider for use with the website at no charge. The Board agreed to trial of the service to judge its acceptance. The service will be available within about two weeks.

New Wheel publication – Peter Nosler

The Wheel is much improved from prior issues and looks markedly better than it has in the past. John and Peter are to be congratulated no their successful efforts with the publication.

SSM program goals – Ed Railton

Entries are growing slowly as people participate. Support from Larry Oka has been received based on the less cost of the class.

Feature class program – Blake Tatum

The turnout for the FV feature race was disappointing and affected by the Formula magazine race that is upcoming. The participants that were there enjoyed the event and expressed their appreciation for the Board’s efforts and look forward to having the event in the future.

Hall of Fame – Mike Smith

The Hall of Fame dinner was well received and the Board agrees to continue support of the program for the coming year. The Board felt that a Board liaison would be of benefit to the Board in providing support to the Hall of Fame Committee. The Board named Morris Hamm as liaison for the Hall of Fame Committee and Ceremony effective immediately.

San Jose GP – Mike Smith

Worker camping location – Malinda has negotiated a good deal with a hotel for the dinner and room for the weekend including coolers and other matters. The Board appreciates her contribution and commends her initiative and diligence. Radios have been rented for the event with repeaters installed and removed at a good cost thanks to R. J. Gordy and Paul Einhorn. The contract has been received by R. J.

Spec Miata Challenge for 2008 – Ed Railton

Ed Railton discussed having a Spec Miata Challenge for 2008 with one race with the double national, two with the Vintage event and one at Infineon with a regional event as the feature race. For the vintage event, the SMC would be during the quiet times in the sound windows at Laguna. The series would be four races with one race being dropped and only three counted.

Solo Site Search

The intern that will be assisting in the search began work today. Preliminary work is being done with Google search and mapping to locate possible candidates for evaluation as to ownership and to on-ground inspection. Bryan said there would be a Solo event at the Oakland Coliseum on July 15 for the intern to attend.

Pace Car Update – No changes on the pace car situation. Various leads for a new pace car are being pursued.

The Board agreed that ASR should be added to the Group 2 run group at the earliest time possible. Mike and Sherry will discuss with Jim Rogaski about any issues that might be raised by the addition. The Board also discussed the possibility of moving GTL to Group 5.

Blake suggested that the region investigate alternatives methods of providing day care services. Blake is to follow up.

Correspondence-All

None.