August 2011 meeting in Prospect- notes

We had a great turnout yesterday for our August meeting -- could have something to do with the lobster supper that we had but I'm not sure!! Here is a summary of what we discussed at the meeting: 

1. 9/11 Event Update:  The following members are going to the 9/11 Event from Atlantic Canada -- Gail, Dianne, Denise, Ann and Elizabeth.  Gail will be carrying the Canadian Flag; Dianne will be carrying the New Brunswick flag and Denise will be carrying Nova Scotia's. There are 7 MMs from Eastern Canada attending and about 100 MMs overall.  The MMs will be escorting the IAFF Motor Squad to Ground Zero in NY.  Some of our members will be wearing a Firefighters Helmet during the parade - Gail will be hearing a female firefighter's helmet from NB.  If other members are interested in attending, contact Denise and she will provide you with the details. 
2. 2015 Convention Bid:  We had a great discussion about our proposed bid for the 2015 Motor Maid Convention.  Those members present at yesterday's meeting decided that we should proceed with the planning for this event.  The Delta in Moncton is the frontrunner in location for the convention site as it has enough guest rooms, parking for bikes, meeting rooms, etc.  It is also a great location for MMs to tour Atlantic Canada either before or after.  Christine Austin offered to present the bid at the 2013 Annual Convention in Bent, Oregon.  A blog will be created on our website called "Convention Planning Bucket List" that will enable members to submit and comment on ideas in one place.    
3. Year End Wrap-Up Meeting:  We discussed the location and dates for our annual year end wrap-up and planning meeting.  Since we have decided to go ahead with preparing a bid, it was agreed that we would hold our meeting at the Delta in Moncton so we can all tour the facilities and start some preliminary planning for the event.  Previous feedback from members indicate that most would like to have the presentation of the yearly contest and riding awards done at this meeting,  This would mean, however, that we would hold the meeting in late October/November.  A survey with dates will be sent to everyone asking for their availability realizing that we won't probably won't be able to find a date where everyone can attend.

 Take care and safe riding! Anne