North Raleigh Model Railroad Club

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Highlights of the Club's May Meeting
Cary, May 7, 2008

Twelve members attended the Club's May meeting, hosted by Brian Sadler — thanks Brian.

President Wallis called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for April was presented and approved. Seven members have not yet paid their club dues for 2008. The Club's cutoff date for dues is the end of March (per our Bylaws); these seven members will be sent a final notice; revocation of membership will occur at the June meeting for any who have not paid.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• The Spencer Rail Days show on April 26 and 27, 2008 turned out to be a challenge, yet overall was enjoyed by all. The space assigned was smaller than we had been told so Superintendent Dave Thompson's first task was to re-size the layout to fit the space; a few modules were not used. His next challenge was legs for the Club corners, which were left in the storage shed; this was solved by a visit to Lowe's. The final challenge was the uneven floor, thus setup took significantly longer than usual as we aligned the Schaefer blocks.

• The Springmoor Nursing Home show was again very successful and enjoyed by the residents. Eight members participated in setting up the 8' x 12' layout and running trains. We have already been invited back next year.

• The National NTRAK Convention is scheduled for Louisville, KY in June. Details of the Eastern N Lines loop, of which we are a part, are close to final. Draft 3 of the DCC Design Specification has been released and is considered virtually final; this draft can be accessed at www.trainweb.org/nrmrc/3rd_Draft_DCE_DCC_Design_Spec.pdf. The convention hotel is almost sold out so anyone still needing to make a reservation should do so as soon as possible. More information, including setup dates and times, will be sent via email.
  
  Module owners have been asked to prepare module names and description so signs can be made to attach to the modules in Louisville.
  
  John Wallis will construct some additional Powerpole-to-Cinch-Jones cable adapters.
  
  The June program will feature a Preview of the Derby City Express. Bill Royse and John Wallis will also have a decoder programming station so that attendees can have their locomotives programmed to their registration number; bring your locomotives.

• A Great Train Expo Show will be held at the NC State Fairgrounds (Exhibition Building) on September 13 and 14, 2008. Our layout application (20' x 60') has been received by GTE.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Linwood Wells has agreed to modify the Mountain Turnaround Corner module to remove the turnaround loop, add a normal Mountain corner track and add a mine spur replacing the turnaround track. No schedule has currently been set.

• One of the inside corners built by Don Cariss, named Wreck Corner, was complete and used in the Spencer show; minor scenery details, removal of excess ballast and relocation of the LocoNet connector boxes are needed to complete the module. Don is working to complete the second inside corner and hopes to finish within a couple of months.

• John Wallis has contacted Tom Fredenberg to arrange transfer of Anderson Farm to the club, and Brothers and Traxtown Ridge modules to Tom. The Club will need to construct a 2' bridge module to replace Traxtown Ridge. Once Anderson Farm is collected John Wallis will prepare a Statement of Work (SOW) for its rebuild. Following Louisville John will do the track and wiring work already approved for Anderson Transition then solicit a volunteer to finish the scenery. The same approach will be used for Anderson Farm once the SOW is approved.

David Derway has received the order for Club shirts, and will bring them to the June meeting for delivery and payment. Prices are:

The business meeting ended at 7:58pm.

Following the break Brian Sadler presented a program on "Photography & Model Railroading". Thanks, Brian.
 

Highlights of the Club's April Meeting
Cary, April 2, 2008

Thirteen members and one guest attended the Club's April meeting, hosted by Pete Slugg — thanks Pete.

President Wallis called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for March was presented and approved. Member Dave Koss actually paid his 2008 dues in April rather than his more normal October!!

A number of train shows were discussed.

• Spencer Rail Days are scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2008. Dave Thompson is coordinating the NTRAK layout, which will be in a different Roundhouse location from last year's layout. The layout will be DCC controlled with an analog option on request. Members attending this show are reminded to make their hotel reservations as soon as possible, as rooms are generally tight the weekend of Rail Days. Additional information on setup and transport of modules will be via email from Dave Thompson.

• We have been invited back to Springmoor Nursing Home for a one day small layout on Saturday, May 3. Setup will begin at 8:00am with tear down starting by 4:00pm. The layout will be 8' x 12'. Don Cariss will provide more information via email.

• The National NTRAK Convention is scheduled for Louisville, KY in June. Details of the Eastern N Lines loop, of which we are a part, are close to final. Draft 3 of the DCC Design Specification has been released and is considered virtually final; this draft can be accessed at www.trainweb.org/nrmrc/3rd_Draft_DCE_DCC_Design_Spec.pdf. The convention hotel is almost sold out so anyone still needing to make a reservation should do so as soon as possible. More information, including setup dates and times, will be sent via email.

• A Great Train Expo Show will be held at the NC State Fairgrounds (Exhibition Building) on September 13 and 14, 2008. Our layout application (20' x 60') has been received by GTE.

• Don Cariss advised we have been invited to participate in this year's Selma Rail Day on October 4. Our layout will be in the same location, and same size as last year. As in previous years we will operate on Friday October 3 for local school children.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Dave Thompson reviewed the status of the update to Raleigh Yard. The address and programming problems encountered were traced to a power supply that did not provide its stated voltage output, causing the DS64s to reset to factory defaults; replacing the power supply resolved the problem. Trackwork on the T-module and yard sections has been reworked by David Derway so that joiner tracks are no longer required between the section of the T-module and the yard modules.

• Linwood Wells has agreed to modify the Mountain Turnaround Corner module to remove the turnaround loop, add a normal Mountain corner track and add a mine spur replacing the turnaround track.

• Don Cariss advised that one of the inside corner modules will be ready for the Spencer show. Only scenery completion and adding Powerpole connectors are left to do.

• Tom Fredenberg will provide the Anderson Farm module so we can rebuild it. In turn he would like to retrieve his own modules (Brothers and Traxtown Ridge). Since Traxtown Ridge is in the Spencer layout we have asked Tom to delay return until after that show. The Club will need to construct a 2' module to replace Traxtown Ridge.

Pete Slugg led a discussion about future meeting programs and 5-minute modeling tips. Some topics and dates need to be confirmed, but firm topics are shown in the "Next Meeting" section below. Of particular note is the addition of a Program on Building an NTRAK Module by Joel McCurry at the July 9 meeting. Depending on interest this program may be followed by a hands-on module construction session.

The Club previously approved the construction of a plastic frame for displaying the great new vinyl signs first shown in New Bern. There was some discussion about the frame material to be used, but dimensions are required before anything can go forward. It is desired to have the frame complete for the Louisville Convention.

David Derway provided information via the email list re a new order for Club shirts and hats. Anyone wanting a shirt should respond to Dave's email with their order.

The business meeting ended at 8:20pm.

Following the break Pete Slugg presented a 5-minute modeling tip on "How to Make Dirt" and Rick Dellafave presented a program on "Steam Locomotive Tune-up". Thanks, Pete and Dave. During the break we also had the opportunity to visit Pete's beautiful HO layout.
 

Highlights of the Club's March Meeting
Chapel Hill, March 5, 2008

Sixteen members and one guest attended the Club's March meeting, hosted by Mark Blaustein — thanks Mark.

President Wallis called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for February was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• The New Bern Show was great, and enjoyed by all.

• We have been invited back to Springmoor Nursing Home for a one day small layout. Don Cariss is working with the staff at Springmoor to schedule a date.

• Spencer Rail Days are scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2008. Dave Thompson is coordinating the NTRAK layout, which will be in the same Roundhouse location as last year's layout. See separate email.

• The National NTRAK Convention is scheduled for Louisville, KY in June. Details of the Eastern N Lines loop, of which we are a part, are continuing to evolve, and the DCC Design spec is undergoing review. Information about this convention continues to become available, and members are encouraged to check the Convention web-site on a regular basis.

• A Great Train Expo Show will be held at the NC State Fairgrounds on September 13 and 14, 2008. Our layout application (20' x 60') has been sent to GTE.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Dave Thompson reviewed the status of the update to Raleigh Yard. Address and programming problems are being worked.

• Linwood Wells has agreed to fix the electrical problem on the Anderson Corner/Rudy Valley modules encountered at New Bern, and to replace the damaged turnout on the Blue-to-Alt. Blue tracks on Rudy Valley.

• Track has been laid and wiring completed, less Powerpole connectors, on the two inside corners being constructed by Don Cariss. Scenery still needs to be completed.

• Gerry Foster indicated that Thompson legs have been added to the former Edelman module along with the base of the Mountain Division track. This track needs to be installed, then scenery completed. Finally 12 Gauge track buses with Powerpole connectors, the White and Brown buses, and the LocoNet bus needs to be installed.

• It was agreed that we no longer need the Mountain turnaround modules. The 4' corner module will be converted into a regular 4' corner with Mountain track. The turnaround straight module will be stripped and converted to a normal 4' module. Timing not decided.

Pete Slugg led a discussion about future meeting programs and 5-minute modeling tips. Some topics and dates need to be confirmed, but firm topics are shown in the "Next Meeting" section below.

The Club approved the construction of a plastic frame for displaying the great new vinyl signs first shown in New Bern.

David Derway will provide information via the email list re a new order for Club shirts and hats.

The business meeting ended at 8:10pm.

Following the break David McDowell and David Derway presented a program on Track Laying and Ballasting. Several techniques of doing both were discussed and displayed. Thanks, Dave and Dave.

Highlights of the Club's February Meeting
Wake Forest, February 7, 2008

Fourteen members attended the Club's February meeting, hosted by Dave Koss — thanks Dave.

President Wallis called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for January was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• There will be a World's Greatest Hobby on Tour show in Hampton Roads VA on February 16–17, 2008. RANTRAK is coordinating the NTRAK layout for the show.

• The New Bern Show is scheduled for February 23 and 24, 2008. John Wallis is NRMRC coordinator. Show and layout status was reviewed, a sign up sheet for show attendance and Saturday evening dinner attendance was circulated, and logistics were reviewed. Further communications re this show via the email list.

• Spencer Rail Days are scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2008. Dave Thompson will coordinate the NTRAK layout, but so far no additional information has been received from the NCTM.

• The National NTRAK Convention is scheduled for Louisville, KY in June. Information about this convention continues to become available, and members are encouraged to check the Convention web-site on a regular basis.

• A Great Train Expo Show will be held at the NC State Fairgrounds on September 13 and 14, 2008. John Wallis will send our layout application to the GTE folks.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Dave Derway and Dave Thompson reviewed the status of the update to Raleigh Yard. The yard should be ready for the layout at New Bern.

• Linwood Wells has completed the refurbishment of Harker's Corner.

The Club approved the purchase of two vinyl signs 2' x 3.5' in size and with lettering essentially the same as our club business card.

The business meeting ended at 8:15pm.

Following the break Dave Thompson presented a program on Building Lightweight NTRAK Modules. As well as the handout at the meeting this clinic is also available on our web site. Thanks, Dave.

The meeting ended with a visit to Dave Koss' ACL Spartanburg Division layout.

Highlights of the Club's Annual Meeting
Raleigh, January 9, 2007

Fourteen members three new members and eight guests attended the Club's Annual Meeting, held at the Golden Corral Restaurant on Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:15pm. The Treasurer's Report for December and the 2008 Budget were presented and approved.

Nominations for Officers positions for 2008 were opened. As no new nominations were offered the Club voted to elect those previously nominated. New Officers and Director are:

Outgoing President Royse then passed the gavel to incoming President Wallis.

Several items were briefly discussed, with further discussion planned via the email list:

• Members volunteered to host meetings for 2008.

• Participation in Festival 2008 at UNC-TV

• The New Bern Show is scheduled for February 23 and 24, 2008.

• The visit to Garner Station and status

• The train show at Marble Kids Museum will be a weekend in July.

• The artwork for the banner sign is being worked; it will closely follow our business card.

• Progress on the renovation of Raleigh Yard was reviewed.

• Convention and Hotel reservations can now be made for the Derby City Express convention in Louisville, KY in June.

Following the break our annual gift exchange was held. This was an enjoyable event with several "steals".

After the Annual Meeting a brief meeting of the Officers and Directors was held.

Highlights of the Club's December Meeting
Raleigh, December 5, 2007

Twelve members and one guest attended the Club's December meeting, hosted by Monty Smith — thanks Monty.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for November was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• There will be a World's Greatest Hobby on Tour show in Hampton Roads VA on February 16–17, 2008. John Czarny is coordinating the NTRAK layout for the show. He has asked for the support of the Eastern N Lines groups.

• The New Bern Show is scheduled for February 23 and 24, 2008. John Wallis is NRMRC coordinator. No further action since last meeting.

• Convention and Hotel reservations can now be made for the Derby City Express convention in Louisville, KY next June. Joel McCurry has asked that anyone who did not commit modules at last month's meeting, and who want to take their module to Louisville send him an email.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Bill Royse showed a planned work schedule for updating Raleigh Yard, sending it to all members via the email list. Anyone who can help during any of the times mentioned should contact Bill directly.

Education Chairman Pete Slugg reviewed the planned schedule for 2008 meetings..

Bill Royse mentioned the possibility of obtaining space for club modules at Garner Depot. A meeting will be held at the Depot on Sunday, December 9 at 3:00pm to view the site and discuss arrangements. This may also provide a place to hold our meetings; selection of meeting hosts for 2008 was deferred until the next meeting.

Nominations for Officers positions for 2008 were opened. The following positions are open. People nominated are listed:

Additional nominations made be made up until voting takes place at the Annual Meeting in January 2008. The Annual Meeting was confirmed for Wednesday, January 9, 2008 at the Golden Corral on Glenwood Avenue, beginning at 6:30pm. A formal notice will be sent via the email list.

The business meeting ended at 8:05pm.

Following the break John Wallis presented the Annual Prototype Railroad Questionnaire. Pete Slugg was the winner and will select last at the Chinese Gift Exchange at the Annual Meeting.

Highlights of the Club's November Meeting
Raleigh, November 7, 2007

Eleven members and one guest attended the Club's November meeting, hosted by Don Cariss — thanks Don.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for October was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• Dave Thompson and Joel McCurry will represent NRMRC in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield WV the weekend of November 10 and 11.

• There will be a World's Greatest Hobby on Tour show in Hampton Roads VA on February 16–17, 2008. John Czarny is coordinating the NTRAK layout for the show. He has asked for the support of the Eastern N Lines groups.

• The New Bern Show is scheduled for February 23 and 24, 2008. John Wallis is NRMRC coordinator. A preliminary look at people and modules was taken.

• Convention and Hotel reservations can now be made for the Derby City Express convention in Louisville, KY next June. Joel McCurry has agreed to be our liaison for modules via Dominic Rago.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Digitrax DS64s have been purchased for the control of the T-module turnouts. Raleigh Yard will be tested in the New Bern layout prior to possibly going to DCE.

• A work session was held prior to setup at NRV to install the LocoNet bus on several modules, plus a couple of other items.

Education Chairman Pete Slugg make a request for 5-Minute modeling topics. Steam Locomotive Tune-up was volunteered as one topic.

Nominations for Officers positions for 2008 were opened. The following positions are open. People nominated are listed:

Additional nominations made be made up until voting takes place at the Annual Meeting in January 2008.

The business meeting ended at 8:05pm.

Following the break David Derway and John Wallis presented a program on Decals and Decaling, including examples. Thanks, Dave and John.

Highlights of the Club's October Meeting
Raleigh, October 3, 2007

Eleven members attended the Club's October meeting, hosted by David McDowell — thanks Dave. Brad Oaks joined the club — welcome Brad.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for September was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• Selma Rail Day is October 6, 2007. Don Cariss is Show Superintendent. We will be located in the same building as last year. The Town would like us to be set up for visits by school children on Friday. More information via the email list.

• The 2007 MER Fall Convention will be held in Lynchburg VA from October 18 – 21, 2007 at the Kirkley Hotel. Additional information is available on the MER web site.

• The Neuse River Valley Show will be November 3 – 4, 2007. John Wallis is show superintendent. More information to come. Our layout is confirmed as the same size as last year.

• Dave Thompson will represent NRMRC in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield WV the weekend after the NRV show in November.

• There will be a World's Greatest Hobby on Tour show in Hampton Roads VA on February 16–17, 2008. John Czarny is coordinating the NTRAK layout for the show. He has asked for the support of the Eastern N Lines groups.

• The New Bern Show is scheduled for February 23 and 24, 2008. John Wallis is NRMRC coordinator.

• Hotel reservations can now be made for the Derby City Express convention in Louisville, KY next June. Contact the hotel directly.

Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Bill Royse indicated the rebuild of the T-Module would not be complete in time for the NRV show next month. There was discussion of the use of a diode matrix to control the turnouts. Funding was previously approved.

• It was agreed we should replace joiner tracks and joiners as the current joiner tracks are at least 7 years old and are worn and many are damaged. Cost estimates will be obtained for approval by the club.

• A work session will be held prior to setup at NRV to install the LocoNet bus on some modules, plus some other items.

• Brown Powerpole connectors have been ordered for the Accessory Bus. Information on voltage regulators will be provided to the Club.

Education Chairman Pete Slugg make a request for 5-Minute modeling topics. LEDS was volunteered as one topic.

Nominations for Officers positions for 2008 were opened. The following positions are open. People nominated are listed:

Additional nominations may be made up until voting takes place at the Annual Meeting in January 2008.

The club agreed to a small 8' x 12' layout at South Hills Mall during the Christmas season from Thanksgiving to New Year's. The layout will be analog, run by timers.

The business meeting ended at 8:20pm.

Following the break Jim Kalenowski presented a program on Resistance Soldering, including examples, with members given the opportunity to try it. Thanks, Jim.

Highlights of the Club's September Meeting
Raleigh, September 5, 2007

Thirteen members and one former member attended the Club's September meeting, hosted by David McDowell — thanks Dave.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Reports for August was presented and approved.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• Danville Old 97 Rail Days will be September 22 and 23, 2007. NRMRC will be show coordinator this year. Communications re this show are being handled by the email list.

• There will be a small layout at WakeMed Raleigh Hospital for a children's party on Saturday, September 23, the same days as the Danville show. The club is able to handle both shows on the same day. More information from Bill Royse as it becomes available.

• Selma Rail Day is October 6, 2007. Don Cariss is Show Superintendent. We will be located in the same building as last year. The Town would like us to be set up for visits by school children on Friday.

• The 2007 MER Fall Convention will be held in Lynchburg VA from October 18 – 21, 2007 at the Kirkley Hotel. Additional information is available on the MER web site.

• The Neuse River Valley Show will be November 3 – 4, 2007. John Wallis is show superintendent. More information to come. Our layout is confirmed as the same size as last year.

• We and the other members of the Eastern N Lines clubs have been invited to participate in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield VA the weekend after the NRV show in November.

• There will be a World's Greatest Hobby on Tour show in Hampton Roads VA on February 16–17, 2008. John Czarny is coordinating the NTRAK layout for the show. He has asked for the support of the Eastern N Lines groups.

A number of Standards Committee projects were discussed.

• Bill Royse reviewed the status of the T-module and Raleigh Yard project. Some additional turnouts are required since donated turnouts were insulfrog rather than electrofrog. A total of 16 Tortoise switch machines will be required; a search is underway for the best price. It was agreed that we would initially use diode matrix control rather than the much higher cost stationary decoder per turnout.

• It was agreed we should replace joiner tracks and joiners as the current joiner tracks are at least 7 years old and are worn and many are damaged. Cost estimates will be obtained for approval by the club.

• The LocoNet bus was added to several modules at the South Hills Mall show.

• Brown Powerpole connectors have been ordered for the Accessory Bus. Information on voltage regulators will be provided to the Club.

Education Chairman Pete Slugg provided suggestions for Education Forum Topics via the email list. These suggestions were reviewed, names associated with the various topics and several Program scheduled for future meetings.

Several other topics, including contact with former members and an N scale Norfolk Southern (old) box car were discussed.

The business meeting ended at 8:30pm.

Following the break railroad videos were shown.

Highlights of the Club's August Meeting
Raleigh, August 1, 2007

Nine members and one guest attended the Club's August meeting, hosted by David McDowell — thanks Dave.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. Since there was not a quorum of Club Members present, but there was a quorum of Board Members the meeting was conducted as a Board of Directors meeting. The Treasurer's Reports for June and July were presented and approved, as was the expenditure of funds for the renewal of our liability insurance.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• The South Hills Mall show will be held this weekend. The layout design is finalized and details sent to Members via the email list. Lunch will be provided on Saturday. The LocoNet bus will be added to several modules during setup on Friday.

• Lynchburg Rail Day is August 11.

• Danville Old 97 Rail Days will be September 22 and 23, 2007. NRMRC will be show coordinator this year. Communications re this show are being handled by the email list.

• There is a possibility for a small layout at WakeMed Raleigh Hospital for a children's party on Saturday, September 23, the same days as the Danville show. The club is able to handle both shows on the same day. More information from Bill Royse as it becomes available.

• Selma Rail Day is October 6, 2007. Don Cariss is Show Superintendent. We will be located in the same building as last year.

• The 2007 MER Fall Convention will be held in Lynchburg VA from October 18 – 21, 2007 at the Kirkley Hotel. Additional information is available on the MER web site.

• The Neuse River Valley Show will be November 3 – 4, 2007. John Wallis is show superintendent. More information to come. Our layout is confirmed as the same size as last year.

• We and the other members of the Eastern N Lines clubs have been invited to participate in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield VA the weekend after the NRV show in November.

Education Chairman Pete Slugg stated he planned to send an email to the list asking members to indicate their areas of expertise in the hobby of model railroading, i.e. what you do best. The intent is to schedule 5-Minute Modeling Tips and Programs for future meetings.

The business meeting ended at 8:05pm.

Following the break railroad videos were shown.

Highlights of the Club's July Meeting
Fuquay-Varina, July 11, 2007

Seven members attended the Club's July meeting, hosted by Jim Kalenowski — thanks Jim.

In the absence of President Royse, Vice-President Wallis called the meeting together at 7:35pm. The Treasurer's Report for May was presented and agreed. Since there was not a quorum of members present no votes could be taken; the June Treasurer's Report will be presented for approval at the August meeting.

Treasurer Cariss stated he had received the renewal notice for the Club's liability insurance; the premium is unchanged. Informal approval was given for payment of the premium. Formal approval will come at the August meeting.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• The Spencer Rail Day show was briefly summarized. The Superintendent's Report was posted to the email list following the show.

• The South Hills Mall show will be held the weekend of August 4 and 5. Commitments have been received and the layout design will be sent to members in the next few days. More details via the email list.
  
  Members attending the meeting approved the expenditure necessary to equip the club-owned corners and 8' bridge module with the LocoNet Bus. Formal approval will be sought at the August meeting. The LocoNet Bus will be added to these club modules during setup at South Hills.

• Lynchburg Rail Day is August 11.

• Danville Ole 97 Rail Days will be September 22 and 23, 2007. NRMRC will be show coordinator this year. Communications re this show are being handled by the email list.

• Selma Rail Day is October 6, 2007. Don Cariss is Show Superintendent. We will be located in the same building as last year.

• The 2007 MER Fall Convention will be held in Lynchburg VA from October 18 – 21, 2007 at the Kirkley Hotel. Additional information is available on the MER web site.

• The Neuse River Valley Show will be November 3 – 4, 2007. John Wallis is show superintendent. More information to come.

• We and the other members of the Eastern N Lines clubs have been invited to participate in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield VA the weekend after the NRV show in November.

An update on Raleigh yard indicated that some of the needed turnouts and crossings for the T-Module have been obtained, so work on the project will continue.

Pete Slugg was introduced as Chairman of the Education Committee.

The business meeting ended at 7:55pm.

Following the break Jim Kalenowski presented the 5-Minute Clinic on weathering diesel trucks and underframes. Thanks Jim.

Dave Derway introduced a new module called "Geezer Gate". This is a 4-foot lift-bridge module to facilitate getting in and out of our NTRAK layouts. Dave explained the design concepts and demonstrated its operation. A full description and pictures can be found on Dave's Member Profile page at www.trainweb.org/nrmrc/profiles/derway.html#gate. This module will be in the South Hills layout. Thanks, Dave.

Highlights of the Club's June Meeting
Raleigh, June 6, 2007

Twelve members attended the Club's June meeting, hosted by Monty Smith — thanks Monty.

President Royse called the meeting together at 7:30pm. The Treasurer's Report for May was presented and adopted.

A number of train shows were discussed.

• The Spencer Rail Day show is scheduled for June 9–10, with setup on June 8. Participation from NRMRC, Lynchburg and French Broad has been committed. Final arrangements for transportation and setup were discussed.

• There is a strong possibility of a show at South Hills Mall the weekend of August 4 and 5. This would be similar to the February show. Several members have expressed interest. More details via the email list.

• Lynchburg Rail Day is August 11.

• The 2007 MER Fall Convention will be held in Lynchburg VA from October 18 20 21, 2007 at the Kirkley Hotel. Additional information is available on the MER web site.

• We and the other members of the Eastern N Lines clubs have been invited to participate in an NTRAK layout at the Bluefield Rail Days in Bluefield VA the weekend after the NRV show in November.

Projects relating to modules that need to be undertaken in the near future were discussed with emphasis on Raleigh Yard. See the topic "Standards Committee Projects" below for status and the results of the discussions. The club approved the expenditure of approximately $300 for replacement of the turnouts and crossings on the T-module and crossover module.

New shirts were available for pickup by those who ordered them.

Pete Slugg has agreed to be Chairman of the Education Committee.

The business meeting ended at 8:20pm.

Following the break Dave Koss presented a clinic on operations and the card order system he is using on his ACL Spartanburg Division. Thanks Dave.

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