Vandergrift Sportsmen’s Association Inc.
September 10, 2024
The monthly meeting of the Vandergrift Sportsmens Association was held on Tuesday September 10, 2024. at
7:00 PM, presided over by President Jim Waltenbaugh. There were 13 members present. The meeting was
opened with the “Pledge of Allegiance”. The minutes of the August meeting were passed out to all members
present. A motion to accept the minutes as written was made by Neil Jankosky and seconded by Steve Milcic.
The motion was passed by voice vote. The treasure’s report was passed out to all members present. A
motion to accept the treasure’s report as written was made by Frank Gray and seconded by Frances Gray Sr.
The motion was passed by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Neil Jankowski ask members present if there were any issues or concerns on the Mail Chimp mailings being
sent to members. Bob Matteo said he was ask recently by a member if other things like advertisements could
be included in the emails. Jim Waltenbaugh stated the request will be discussed at the quarterly officers
meeting in October.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Buildings
No Report
Grounds
Jim Waltenbaugh stated that the club has received a request form the member that is cutting the club grass
for an increase in payment for this service. He is asking the payment for one cutting be increased from $75.00
to $150.00.
After a brief discussion it was decided to bring this request in front of the club Board of Directors at the Board
meeting on October 24 th . Larry Laurenti will contact the member cutting the club grass and inform him of this
decision. Larry will alert Jim of this person’s response.
Ranges
No Report
Archery
Larry Laurenti noted that the archery range has seen an increase of activity recently. The main target is
seeing a lot of activity and the woods course is also getting usage. A large cherry tree fell on the woods
course and has been removed. Larry also stated a new crossbow target has been purchased for the main
target area and will be put out this week. Larry is also going to try and put a couple 3D targets on the woods
course.
Trap
Steve Milcic reported on the August activity at the trap range.
5-Stand Report
Jim Troiano reported on the 5-Stand August activity. Jim noted that one of the trap machines is out for
repair. We are currently using a spare unit in its place.
YOUTH DAY
Frank Gray did an inventory on ammunition available for next year’s youth day. Frank noted that there is an
ample supply of 22 shells and 410 shotgun shells. 20 gauge shotgun shells will need to be purchased. The
question of applying for a grant from the NRA for this was discussed. The procedure for NRA grant
application will be reviewed.
Membership
No Report
NEW BUSNESS
Neil Jankosky gave an update on the new garage project.
Nomination of club officers for 2025 was discussed. Jim Waltenbaugh stated that he has received a notice
from the current secretary that they will be no longer serving in that position in 2025.
Basically all positions for club officers and Directors are open for nominations at this time. It was suggested
that an email be sent to all members noting this. Neil Jankosky will draft an email to be sent to the
membership. After review and approval by Jim Waltenbaugh the email will be sent to the membership.
Raffle
The 50/50 raffle was won by Neil Jankosky. He won $X.XX and donated it to the club general account.
A list of outstanding bills was presented.
A motion to pay the bills was made by Frank Gray seconded by Jim
Wigle and passed by voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Jim Wigle, seconded by Neil Jankosky & passed by voice vote.
Minutes submitted by:
Larry Laurenti
