Willamette Valley Miners August 2016 Upcoming Events September 17-18 Ceder Bend Louie Frick October 1 Beverly Beach Wes Jeffers October 20 Nominations for new officers at the meeting Officers October 22 Committee meeting to set up 2017 calendar TBA President David Darnel Vice Presidents Meeting Minutes Cecil Beckstead Hello all I'm sitting in for Amy this evening so the minutes will be short and sweet. We were called to order by Pres. Dave Darnell who led us in the pledge of allegiance. Since our Secretary was absent the July minutes report will be postponed until the next meeting in September. There were 26 members in attendance along with 3 visitors as per the sign-up sheet. Thanks to the snack patrol for bringing in the goodies that make a nice treat during break. Beckstead830@gmail.com 503-569-3611 Mike Hunter 503-502-2382 Captainmvh@yahoo.com Rick S. gave his Treasure's report for the month of July. Mike H. made the motion to accept it as read with Howard C. making the second. It was accepted and passed by vote. Rick also had some questions about the requirements on length of time to keep some of the Association records, particularly in respect to the IRS and our C-7 classification. Also, old membership applications, member lists, etc. And should these requirements be so stated in the Association Constitution? Further discussion will be needed. Secretary/Newsletter Amy Goulter-Allen 503-983-1995 littlebiscuit_2000@yahoo.com Larry C. was absent so there was no claims report given. But he did call Jim P. to say that work assessments were sent in and all seems o.k. Due to Larry s surgery he did not make it the outing at the Silver Dollar claim. Did anyone go? Most members at tonight s meeting thought the roads and access would be shut down anyway due to the extreme fire danger. Treasurer/Membership Rick Stepper 503-507-8844 The past outing held at Don E's home had a fairly good turn-out. He showed us his VAST collections of rocks, did some cutting and polishing for us and explained to me the difference between a geode and a thunder egg (though I'm still confused). He is a wealth of knowledge of all things rock and their origins. That was followed by a great pot-luck. For Government Affairs Mike H. reported that two very big Associations sent letters to the D.F.&W. With a 122 pages to report on the effects of mining to fish. The study showed NO ill effects along with certain restrictions. As of this report there is no new progress in regards to the Rhinehart court case. Mike also brought in a couple of rock samples from the Vincent Creek area and a rock imbedded with Moonstone, some of which he polished up. These he found at the beach. Also, Tom Q, stated that he is trying to get as many Associations as he can to meet with Rich Engstrom. Minutes page 1 DancingDolphin@live.com
Minutes continue In new business (or maybe old) as we all know there has been issues with the WVM website. Jeff F Hello all I'm sitting in for Amy this evening so the minutes will be short and sweet. We were called to order by Pres. Dave Darnell who led us in the pledge of allegiance. Since our Secretary was absent the July minutes report will be postponed until the next meeting in September. There were 26 members in attendance along with 3 visitors as per the sign-up sheet. Thanks to the snack patrol for bringing in the goodies that make a nice treat during break. Rick S. gave his Treasure's report for the month of July. Mike H. made the motion to accept it as read with Howard C. making the second. It was accepted and passed by vote. Rick also had some questions about the requirements on length of time to keep some of the Association records, particularly in respect to the IRS and our C-7 classification. Also, old membership applications, member lists, etc. And should these requirements be so stated in the Association Constitution? Further discussion will be needed. Larry C. was absent so there was no claims report given. But he did call Jim P. to say that work assessments were sent in and all seems o.k. Due to Larry s surgery he did not make it the outing at the Silver Dollar claim. Did anyone go? Most members at tonight s meeting thought the roads and access would be shut down anyway due to the extreme fire danger. The past outing held at Don E's home had a fairly good turn-out. He showed us his VAST collections of rocks, did some cutting and polishing for us and explained to me the difference between a geode and a thunder egg (though I'm still confused). He is a wealth of knowledge of all things rock and their origins. That was followed by a great pot-luck. As a reminder to all members at the October meeting nominations for next year s officers will be taken. So please, give this some thought as to who you would like to serve on the board. You can certainly nominate yourself or volunteer for any of the committees. Also in October is the committee meeting to set up next year s calendar of events. Think of things you would like to see or do as a group and relate that to any of our board members. O.K.? Hope to see you all next meeting--patti Patches are $5.00 and will have these at the meetings and Quartzville as well. Hats are $15 they also come in Gold. If you would like one we have them at the meetings and our Quartzville Miners Rendezvous if you are not able to attend contact one of the officers and we could send you one or more.
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WVM Supporting Staff & Event Leaders Government Affairs Mike Hunter 503-502-2382 Claims Committee Larry Coons Howard Conner Clifford Boren George Crutcher Events & Outings See Events Calendar Howard Conner 503-399-0292 Connerh@centurylink.net Website Trudy Schrader Newsletter Editor Amy Goulter-Allen 503-983-1995 littlebiscuit_2000@yahoo.com You re invited to include articles, classified ads, promotional notes, and/or advertisements and pictures of events. Remember to have all newsletter material sent to me by the 25th of each month. Thanks! CONTACT INFORMATION for event leaders in this issue: Mike Hunter 503-502-2382 Jim Perkey 503-390-7327 Gary Schrader 503-859-3132 4
I just checked DEQ s web site to renew my 600 WPCF high banking permit. Their web site shows this permit is not ready yet and is being revised. I would bet the Environmental folks are involved with DEQ to make this permit even more restrictive than the current 9 page permit that expires January 2017. The current 600 WPCF permit requires you to renew your current permit 60 days before it expires in 2017. In the past their mining 600 WPCF permit was a free permit and DEQ still shows it is a free permit on their web site so it will be interesting to see if they keep it free. Tom Q. WVM Government governs best that governs least. Thomas Jefferson. Club Seeks Gold for Purchase 30 mesh gold used in club fund raisers (gold bags) needed urgently. Santa took lots for stocking stuffers this x-mas. Will pay going rate-contact Treasurer, Rick at 503-507-8844 FOR SALE Homemade 12 gold trommel With DC motor, newly built. $650.00 OBO (541)926-1837 5
Willamette Valley Miners PO BOX 13044 Salem OR 97309-1044 Willamette Valley Miners Our purpose is to keep alive the spirit and preserve the rights and privileges of all miners and prospectors, by educating and encouraging small-scale mining and helping establish a positive image of today s mineral prospectors and miners. Meetings Third Thursday of each Month 7:00 PM Marion County Fire Hall 300 Cordon Rd NE, Salem, OR