Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00-6:30 PM at the field. Come early to fly. The meetings are held at the field, weather permitting. Winter and inclement weather meeting are usually held at Joy & Ed’s Utica, IL but may be a different location as needed.
LATEST MEETING
DPRC MEETING OCTOBER 13, 2021
Meeting called to order 6:04 pm
4 Members Attended:
Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Tony Pleskovitch, Lowell Beenenga
Guests, Dee Tabor, and Darlene Klag
September 8, 2021 Minutes Stand as Read
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. All bills are paid.
Motion to accept Treasurer Report by Lowell Beenenga, 2nd by Don Tabor
Old Business: Wheels and blades and service was completed on the mower
New Business: A suggestion to continue the club meetings through the winter at a breakfast or lunch was made by Ron Atchley and then continue our regular meetings at the field in April or May next year.
The club Christmas dinner will be December 8th at Chippers restaurant in Streator at 5:00 pm. The culmination of the lottery tree and drawing will be done at that time.
Motion to Adjourn: Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Don Tabor
DPRC MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Meeting called to order 6:08 pm
9 Members Attended: Captain Jake Krancic, Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Tony Pleskovitch, Lowell Beenenga, Dwight Furleigh, John Brumley, Ted Haig, Dennis Seibert
August 18, 2021 Minutes Stand as Read
Treasurer Report:: Reviewed, Account balance is in good standing. All bills are paid.
Motion to accept Treasurer Report by Lowell Beenenga, 2nd by Don Tabor
Old Business: Captain Krancic and Ron Atchley meet with superintendent Alvin Harper and
Tracey Sons, Park Promotions. Alvin Harper thanked Captain Krancic and Ron Atchley for the DPRCF club keeping our end of the park looking very good.
New Business: Replacement of the flight line fence from the parking lot and extending across the field was discussed at an approximate cost of $300 to $400 dollars. A unanimous vote was taken to replace the fence.
Mower maintenance; replacing the deck wheels will need to be done.
Thanks to Captain Krancic and Ron Atchley for keeping the field beautifully cut and trimmed all year.
Motion to Adjourn: Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Don Tabor
Past minutes
DPRC MEETING AUGUST 18, 2021
9 Members Attended: Captain Jake Krancic, Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Tony Pleskovitch, Lowell Beenenga, Bernie Kahne, Dwight Furleigh, John Brumley, Matt Neumann
July 14, 2021 Minutes: Stand as read
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. All bills are paid. 31 squares sold on the lottery tree.
Motion to accept Treasurer Report by Lowell Beenenga 2nd by Don Tabor.
Old Business: None
New Business: Pocket gopher holes and mounds; attempts were made to stop them and any ideas to help are welcome. Dave Hertzner stopped at our meeting and expressed interest in becoming a member. He will try to make our next regular meeting. Matt Neumann is our newest member, Welcome Matt.
Installing a gate entering the parking area next to the field was discussed. A new
black top take off runway was also discussed. A meeting with Alvin Harper to
discuss doing the above changes and requesting park assistance for paying for the projects next week.
Motion to Adjourn: Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Captain Krancic
DPRC MEETING JUNE 9, 2021
DPRC meeting called to order 6:05 pm at the Field Shelter
9 Members Attended: Captain Jake Krancic, Ron Atchley, Lowell Beenenga, Don Tabor, John Brumley, Tony Pleskovitch, Dennis Seibert, Matt Neumann, Ted Haig
May 12, 2020 Minutes: Stand as read
Treasurer Report: Account Balance is in good standing. All bills are paid. Most dues have been Paid
Old Business: None at this time
New Business: The lotto tree was discussed for our fund raiser this year
Activities: None at this time
Motion to adjourn by Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Don Tabor
DPRC MEETING MAY 12, 2021
DPRC meeting called to order 5:30 pm at the Field Shelter
7 Members a Attended: Captain Jake Krancic, Ron Atchley, Lowell Beenenga, Don Tabor, John Brumley, Jack Klag, Tony Pleskovitch, Bernie Kahne
November 8, 2020 Minutes: Stand as read
Treasurer Report: Account Balance is in good standing. All bills are paid. Most dues have been Paid
Old Business: An afternoon flying shelter and rock-climb are no longer on the table
New Business: None at this time
Activities: TBM Avengers Air show to begin this weekend at the Peru Airport
Motion to adjourn by Captain Jake Krancic and 2nd by Don Tabor
PREVIOUS MEETINGS
DPRC MEETING NOVEMBER 8, 2020
DPRC meeting called to order at 12:45 pm at the Field Shelter
6 Members Attended: Captain Jake Krancic, Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Tony PlesKovitch, Lowell Beenenga, Bernie Kahne
July 14, 2020 Minutes: Stand as read
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. All bills are paid.
Old Business:
Our Christmas Party has been canceled for this year.
New Business:
The club lotto tree winner was Dennis Siebert with the winning # 7. Good luck Dennis 🙂
The addition of the rock climb and the afternoon shelter is tabled for now and will be discussed at our future meetings in the spring. We will need to conduct a survey of our surrounding area to confirm that there is an interest in developing this type of activity. Since we a lucky enough to have Dynamic Balsa Hobby Shop in our area, we may be able to start the survey there.
Additional signage and approval will be needed for our designated areas, such as Flyers Only, No Dogs Allowed, and others, open for suggestion.
Motion to adjourn: Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Captain Jake Krancic
DPRC MEETING AUG 19, 2020
DPRC meeting called to order at 6:08 pm at the Utica Shelter
8 Members Attended: Jim Clapp, Captain Jake Krancic, Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Tony PlesKovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Dennis Seibert
JULY 8, 2020 Minutes: Stand as read
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. Bills are paid; $88.00 Promotional lottery tree to Lowell Beenenga. One outstanding fuel bill $10.00 to be paid to Ron Atchley.
Brian Burcar reimbursed DPRC $80.00 AMA dues for the Lostant gym location.
Motion to accept Report by Lowell Beenenga and Second by Dennis Seibert.
Old Business: Thank you to Ron Atchley and Jake Krancic and Dennis Seibert for keeping the field clean and grass cut and to those who helped install the field Pedestrian Warning Signs to keep the Sunflower visitors safe. Thanks to Lowell for putting together our promotional tree which is doing well.
New Business: A request for the interest in having the DPRC picnic and participating in the Try-Club picnic was brought up. A vote was taken to not participate this year due to the virus.
Flying has been suspended at our field. The Park is closed and at the moment there is not a clear time frame for clearing the storm damage and reopening the park.
Captain Jake Krancic advised IVRC invited our members to use their field until ours can be reopened.
Our next meeting will be September 9, 2020 and notice will be sent as to when and where it will be held.
DPRC MEETING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
DPRC meeting called to order at 6:27 pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica
9 Members Attended: Ron Atchley, Don Tabor, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Bernie Kahne, Jim Clapp, Dwight Furliegh
October 09, 2019 Minutes: were Read
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. Bills are paid. A motion made to except the report by Lowell Beenenga 2nd by Don Tabor
Old Business: Our promotional tree has a little less than 30 entries left and we will need to complete the promotion by the end of the year.
New Business: Lowell Beenenga is processing an application for a grant on the cost of our mower. Various field improvement ideas were mention for future discussions in the coming year. Such as runways, drainage, rolling and promotions.
A vote was taken for officers and the officers below were unanimously approved.
2020 Officers will be:
Ron Atchley President
Lowell Beenenga Vice President
Captain Jake Krancic Treasure
Tony Pleskovitch Secretary
Activities:
DPRC Annual Christmas Banquette will be held at Chipper’s Grill 1733 N Bloomington St Streator, IL 61364 Phone (815) 637-5411
Saturday December 7, 2019. We are planning on eating dinner at 6:00 PM.
A room has been reserved for us in behind the dinning area.
Their buffet is $9.75 a person or your meal can be order from their Menu
THE NEXT RC CLUB MEETING WILL BE WEDNESDAY MARCH 11, 2020
6:30 pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica
Motion to adjourn by Don Tabor and 2nd by Ron Atchley
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DPRC MEETING OCTOBER 09, 2019
DPRC meeting called to order at 6:33 pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica
9 Members Attended: Ron Atchley, Don Tabor, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave and Debby Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Bernie Kahne, Dennis Siebert, Brian Burcar
September 11, 2019 Minutes: Minutes reviewed and a motion to accept as read was made by Ron Atchley and 2nd by Don Tabor
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. Checks written to Lowell Beenenga $77.00 for the the shelter gable end material. A motion to except the report and pay the bills made by Dennis Siebert and 2nd by Ron Atchley
Old Business: Thanks to Lowell for our promotional tree and Thank you to our club members who are keeping the field cut and looking especially neat and clean. Thank you to Brian Burcar to display our promotional tree at his hobby shop, DYNAMIC BALSA HOBBYLeanore, IL.
Thank you to Dave Duffey and Ron Atchley who picked up the club gas allotment last week.
New Business: DPRC officer nominations are as follows.
Lowell Beenenga agreed to keep his office as VP, no other nominations made
Tony Pleskovitch agreed to keep his office as Secretary, no other nominations made
Ron Atchley was nominated for President
Captain Jake Krancic and Dave Duffey were nominated for Treasure
Voting will be at our next meeting November 11, 2019
The DPRC Banquette will be at a new location. A vote was taken to move up the date to Saturday December 7th 2019 at Chippers in Streator 6:30 pm. Brian Burcar will contact Chippers to make the reservation. This is tentative until the reservation is confirmed.
Activities:
Flying at the Lostant Gym will begin in November 2019. Dates will be confirmed ASAP
DPRC Banquette in December 2019, will confirmed ASAP
IVRC open flying will be moved to Sunday afternoons
A motion to adjourn made by Lowell Beenenga and 2nd by Don Tabor
DPRC MEETING SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
DPRC meeting called to order at 6:30pm at the DPRC FIELD in Matthiessen State Park
11 Members Attended: Ron Atchley, Ted Haig, Don Tabor, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Bernie Kahne, Dennis Siebert, Brian Burcar, Dwight Furleigh
August 4, 2019 Minutes: Minutes reviewed and a motion to accept as read was made by Ron Atchley and 2nd by Dennis Siebert
Treasurer Report: Account balance is in good standing. Checks written to Lowell Beenenga are $76.00 for promotional material and $100.00 for the RC Club Apprentice.
The club received $130.00 in promotions, $50.00 in dues, $20.00 donation by Bernie Kahne for fuel expense. A motion to except the report pay the bills made by Don Tabor and 2nd by Bernie Kahne.
Old Business: Thanks to Lowell for our promotional tree and Thank you to our club members who are keeping the field cut and looking especially neat and clean. Also, recognition was over looked for Ron Atchley and Ted Haig who also helped with our concession at the DePue float fly.
New Business: Captain Jake Krancic now has an an IVRC member list. He will text an invitation to all IVRC members to come join us at our Monday coffee clutch.
A suggestion was made to open our field to other club members that would like to fly with us.
Captain Krancic made a motion to keep our dues at $40 instead of raising them to $50. A vote was taken to keep the dues at $40 and the majority approved the motion.
Our next Club Meeting will be October 9, 2019 at Joy and Ed’s. At that meeting we will be nominating next years officers. Please attend this meeting.
Activities:
DPRC Picnic Sunday September 15, 2019
At the field
Starts at 11:30 am
Bring your own meat and a dish to pass. Our grills will be available to cook on.
IVRC Field is open on Tuesdays to all that would like to fly there
Streator RC War Birds Fri-Sat-Sun September 27,28,29, 2019
Streator will have a War-Bird raffle, 50/50 drawings, and door prizes
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AUGUST 14, 2019 MEETING MINUTES: DPRC meeting called to order at 6:35pm at DPRC FIELD Matthiessen State Park
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JULY 10, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC meeting called to order at 6:35pm at DPRC FIELD Matthiessen State Park
11 Members: Ron Atchley, Ted Haig, Randy Bond, Don Tabor, Dwight Furleigh, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Brian Burcar
June 12, 2019 Minutes: Minutes were accepted as read
Treasurer Report: Fuel bill for mower submitted by Captain Krancic $13.80 account balance is in good standing. Motion to accept the report and pay the bills made by Randy Bond and second by Don Tabor.
Old Business: The DPRC Corporation is finalized and is incorporated. Thank you to Lowell Beenenga for installing the nice looking metal panels on our shelter gable. Thank you to Dave Duffey Lowell Beenenga, Ron Atchely and Captain Krancic for keeping the field in great shape especially during our monsoon season. On a sad note Brian Burcar informed us that Dale Chevinie 91, who was one of the original founders of the Streator RC, has passed away.
New Business: Lowell Beenenga reviewed the decision to cancel this years Fly-in breakfast. He advised that in place of the breakfast that our club would accept donations to support the maintenance of the field and paying the bills.
Lowell also reviewed our clubs participation with the IVRC float fly. DPRC will pay for and sell food at the event. Club members who have volunteered to help do this are Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Randy Bond, Don Tabor.
Captain Krancic meet with our park manager Kerry Novak to review and request more control over how our field is used. He suggested a meeting with three of our original club members, who built our shelter field and parking guard rails walks and fences, and park management to discuss the areas that need more control. He will try to accomplish this as soon as possible.
A motion to adjourn made by Lowell Beenenga and second by Don Tabor
Activities:
Pekin Club Fly Tomorrow Saturday 7/13 @ 3901 Edge water Drive Pekin, IL
Erie Honor Flight Tomorrow Rt 88 Erie, IL @ Erie Air Park
Joliet RC War Birds and classics July 28 Sunday
Peoria Club War Birds July 19, 20, 21 at their Field near Chillicothe
IVRC Float Fly 9:00am August 4, 2019 DePue IL
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
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JUNE 12, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC Meeting was called to order at 6:48pm at DPRC FIELD Matthiessen Sate Park
11 Members: Don Tabor, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Dennis Siebert, Randy Bond, Jim Underwood, Brian Burcar, Bernie Kahne, Ted Haig
May 8, 2019 Minutes Read, Two corrections. First, Lowell Beenenga fee donation for incorporation of DPRC will be divided into three years, $50.00 for the first year and $25.00 per year for the next two years. Second, the winner of last months 50/50 was Jim Underwood.
Treasurer Report: Bills submitted for fuel to cut grass by Captain Krancic $13.38 and Lowell Beenenga $14.70 and RAMAZ Insurance for the mower $184.00. A motion to pay the bills by Don Tabor and second by Randy Bond.
Old Business: The steel shelter gable panels are being prepared to install on the shelter, per Lowell Beenenga. Help will be need to install the panels. DPRC members presented the “Introduction to Flight” to 6, grade school students and some of their parents, at the Oglesby Summer Recreation Class in the Dickensen House. Big thanks to Captain Krancic for giving an excellent attention getting presentation to the group of children and to his assistants Dennis Siebert, Ron Atchely, Lowell Beenenga, Tony Pleskovitch. The Oglesby Parks Director Bob Ghighi requested , because of the success, that another presentation be scheduled. It was suggested that one could be done in the winter and the flying could be done in their gym. More follow-up on this will be done. The club also wants to thank Dave Duffey for cutting the grass recently.
New Business: Dave Duffey is looking into getting another windsock pole to install on the flight line. He will also, check pricing on a suggestion made by Randy Bond to install individual poles, for the flight line, which would be removable for easy mowing. Currently the PVC flight line fence is in need of repair. Thanks to Brian Burcar who won the 50/50 and donated his winnings back to club.
The DPRC BREAKFAST is reschedule for Sunday July 7, 2019. The Club will need volunteers to prepare and work at the breakfast. Usually a 6 O’clock start is required.
Activities:
Try-Club Fun-Fly Pot Luck is at 11:00am Sunday June 30, 2019 Peru IVRC Field
DPRC Fly-In Breakfast will be 7:30am Sunday July 7, 2019 DPRC Matthiessen Park
Peoria Club War Birds July 9,10,11 Field near Chillicothe
IVRC Float Fly 9:00am August 4, 2019 DePue IL
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
MAY 8, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC Meeting was called to order at 6:48pm at DPRC FIELD Matthiessen State Park
10 Members: Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Mark Fitzgerald, Dennis Siebert, Randy Bond, Jim Underwood
APRIL 10, 2019 Minutes Read, no additions or subtractions, minutes stand as read. A motion to accept by Ron Atchely and second by Dave Duffey
Treasurer Report: A $100.00 donation was made by Lowell Beenenga for corporation fees. $50.00 for this year and $50.00 for next year. Out standing bills $5.00 Secretary of State, $48.00 Rental for A Post hole digger. 50/50 went to Randy Bond. A motion to pay the bills by Dave Duffey and second by Randy Bond.
Old Business: Parking lot Guard rail relocation is completed and will allow more unobstructed runway space. The Park will partially assist with fuel every two weeks for cutting grass. The shelter extension has been tabled for this year and may be addressed next year. Lowell Beenenga is working with his nephew on the steel panels for the shelter gable.
The first annual Try-Club Fun-Fly Get-Together for 2019, will be Sunday June 30, 2019 at the IVRC Field beginning at 11:00 am. Participants will need to bring their own meat and a dish to pass. IVRC will provide the grills, plates and dinner ware. Flying will be an option as this will be a family affair to become acquainted with our neighboring club members.
New Business: Dave Duffey will look into a new pole near the shelter to help with the wind direction. Mark Fitzgerald noted that IVRC is opening their field every Tuesday evening to Flyers and beginners who want to participate and learn about the hobby. June 10,11,12 Oglesby Summer Recreation Class “Introduction To Flight” Presented by Deer Park R/C Flyers. A three day class will be held at the Oglesby Dickensen House 9:00 am Until 10:30 am. The first two days are classroom and third day at the DPRC Field. An email will be sent to the volunteers prior to the presentation with a time and place to prepare for the class.
A motion to adjourn made by Jim Underwood and second by Dennis Siebert
ACTIVITIES:
Peoria Club Open House at Chillicothe Saturday May 11, 2019
TBM Avenger Reunion IL Valley Regional Airport in Peru, IL Friday and Saturday May 17 & 18, 2019
Streator Fun-Fly will be Saturday and Sunday June 8 & 9, 2019
DPRC Fly-In Breakfast will be Sunday June 16, 2019
Try-Club Fun-Fly Pot Luck is at 11:00am Sunday June 30, 2019
Peoria Club War Birds July 9,10,11 Field near Chillicothe
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
APRIL 10, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica, IL
12 Members: Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Captain Jake Krancic, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Bernie Kahne, Lowell Beenenga, Dennis Siebert, Randy Bond, Jim Underwood, Brian Burcar, Dwight Furleigh
MARCH 13, 2019 Minutes Read, no additions or subtractions, minutes stand as read
Treasurer Report: AMA RC Club dues $200.00 and the Lawnmower service parts $145.00 was paid. A Bill for DPRC Website annual storage fee was submitted by Dwight Furleigh $58.40 and paid. A motion to accept report and pay the bills by Don Tabor and second by Randy Bond.
Old Business: The first annual Try-Club Fun-Fly Get-Together for 2019, will be Sunday June 30, 2019 at the IVRC Field beginning at 11:00 am. Participants will need to bring their own meat and a dish to pass. IVRC will provide the grills, plates and dinner ware. Flying will be an option as this will be a family affair to become acquainted with our neighboring club members.
DePue float fly plans are still being discussed and will be provided when finalized.
A suggestion to check with the park to see if they would provide gasoline assistance for mowing the grass. Captain Krancic will contact them to find out if they can help.
Some uncertainty exists on the Oglesby Fun Days after the election changes, but we were assured they would still promote the DPRC Fly-In Breakfast and tie it to their celebration.
All application paper work for our incorporation has been completed and will be submitted by Captain Krancic.
New Business: The mower is serviced and ready for mowing. A special thanks to Lowell Beenenga and Captain Krancic for servicing the mower. It is ready for use and anyone with time and ability would be appreciated if they cut the grass. The field needs to be rolled and a secondary wind sock put up.
Monday, 4/15/19, after breakfast at Joy and Ed’s 8:00 am, we will be going to the field to get some of the prep done for flying.
Lowell Beenenga suggested we install steel siding on the gable of the shelter. His nephew will donate the siding to the club.
NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT THE RC FIELD May 8, 2019 6:30 pm
Motion to adjourn made by Don Tabor and seconded by Bernie Kahne
ACTIVITIES:
Streator Fun-Fly will be June 8 & 9, 2019
DPRC Fly-In Breakfast will be Sunday June 16, 2019
Try-Club Fun-Fly Pot Luck is at 11:00 am June 30, 2019
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
Swap-Meet 4-20-2019 Dupage County Fairgrounds 8 am until 12 pm $5.00 admission
Peoria Club Open House at Chillicothe May 11, 2019
Peoria Club War Birds July 9,10,11 Field near Chillicothe
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MARCH 13, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica, IL
11 Members 1 Guest Attended: Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Captain Jake Krancic, Craig Christman, Tony Pleskovitch, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Dennis Siebert, Randy Bond, Jim Underwood, Brian Burcar, Guest Debby Duffey
MARCH 13, 2018 Minutes Read no additions or subtractions, minutes stand as read
Treasurer Report: Two bills to be paid are for AMA RC Club dues $200.00 and Lawnmower service parts $145.00. Motion to pay bills by Randy Bond second Lowell Beenenga
Old Business: The IVRC August Float fly participation is under review and Dave Duffey will contact the club for information on participation expenses and will be reviewed next meeting.
Oglesby Summer Recreation Class “Introduction To Flight” Presented by Deer Park R/C Flyers. The program was discussed with Parks Director Bob Ghighi, today. Five club members were present. A three day class will be held at the Oglesby Dickensen House 9:00 am Until 10:30 am. The first two days are classroom, and the third day will be live flying at the RC Field. First day will be exploring air pressure, Second day flight simulation, Third day aircraft safety and hands-on flying a radio controlled airplane. The presentation will accommodate twenty students. If anyone would be interested in the presenting of programs or giving flying assistance, please advise Captain Krancic.
New Business: Craig Christman won the 50/50 tonight
Captain Krancic Reviewed and read the Club by-laws which were brought up to date at this meeting. A motion to accept the changes made by Tony Pleskovitch and second by Randy Bond.
A motion to raise the Club dues to $50.00 next year was made and unanimously approved with a show of hands. The dues are due by March of each year.
A suggestion to change the date of the RC Banquette to a more climate favorable date was made and will be discussed at future meetings,
A motion to adjourn made by Ron Atchely and second by Craig Christman
Activities:
Streator Fun-Fly will be June 8 & 9, 2019
DPRC Fly-In Breakfast will be Sunday (Father’s day) June 16, 2019
Try-Club Fun-Fly Pot Luck is Tentative June 30, 2019
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
Peoria Club War Birds July 9,10,11 at their Field near Chillicothe
Swap-Meet 4-20-2019 DuPage County Fairgrounds 8 am until 12 pm $5.00 admission
FEBRUARY 13, 2019 MEETING MINUTES
DPRC Meeting was called to order at 6:45pm at Joy & Ed’s Utica, IL
12 Members 1 Guest Attended: Don Tabor, Ron Atchley, Captain Jake Krancic, Craig Christman, Tony Pleskovitch, Bernie Kahne, Dave Duffey, Lowell Beenenga, Dennis Siebert, Dwight Furleigh, Randy Bond, Jim Underwood, Paul Hancock (guest).
NOVEMBER 14, 2018 Minutes Read no additions or subtractions, minutes stand as read
Treasurer Report: A new larger wind sock was purchased $66.42. Annual report fee to the state of Illinois $10.00. Change of address fee for notifications $5.00. A motion to except the report and pay bills made by Dave Duffey and Seconded by Ron Atchley.
Old Business: Incorporating DPRC was discussed. Lowell Beenenga advised the initial cost to incorporate is $50.00 and every year there after is $25.00 his grant that he is donating to the club will cover the first three years. Lowell will need the non-for profit state registration papers signed by the officers and directors. A vote was taken and unanimously approved to incorporate DPRCF.
Captain Jake Krancic will also locate and provide the club prospectus and by-laws.
The IVRC August Float fly will need further discussion to combine club support. Lowell Beenenga and his son-in-law Brian will be liaison to determine what is needed.
Try-Club fun fly get together for 2019. A suggestion was made for a pot luck to be held on June 30, 2019, and have it at a different field each year .
New Business: Joy and Ed’s was liked by all who attended, and will continue as our club meeting location.
Captain Jake Krancic will initiate a roster for members to assist cutting the grass. Those who can help should provide their name and availability to him.
The club thanked Dave Duffey and Jim Clapp for their service as club officers for previous yeas and the excellent care of our field they provided for the past six or seven years. It is the shinning star of the state park.
Oglesby fun days and their participation to help promote our fly-in breakfast was discussed. Captain Krancic is going to ask Bob Ghighi, Oglesby Parks Recreation Director, to present the 2019 summer rec programs at a future DPRCF meeting.
The AMA has notified all members that the FAA has issued an Interim Final Rule today that will require drone pilots and model aircraft pilots to display their issued registration numbers on the outside of their aircraft. This will take affect February 25, 2019.
Motion to adjourn made by Don Tabor and seconded by Craig Christman
ACTIVITIES:
Streator Fun-Fly will be June 8 & 9, 2019
DPRC Fly-In Breakfast will be Sunday June 16, 2019
Try-Club Fun Fly Pot Luck Tentative June 30, 2019
Streator War Birds September 27,28,29, 2019
Swap-Meet 2/16/19 Kane Count Fairgrounds St Charles, IL Robinson Hall W. Entrance 9-1pm
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Are there fees or membership requirement for flying? Its a nice field.