VBAC Monthly Meeting Minutes

September 2, 2025

Location: Ovidio’s Italian Restaurant, Fresno, CA

Attendees: 20

Meeting began at approximately 1830 hours.

President Jon B. initiated the meeting; introduced Jay Newsome, Treasurer Jay N.

VBAC has $10,606.75 currently in the bank
Club insurance paid for the year ($351.00)
VBAC has received 53 member renewals to date, of 81 registered members last year
Motorsport.Reg for the 2026 Roundup will open on October 1
Need to refine T-shirt design for show – Jay has done some work, but needs further detailing Jon B.
Please send Jon a picture of your car with a brief description and biography. This is so that Marty can add it to the club website, a sort of “who’s who” for the club

Past events

A few VBAC member participated in the “Hanging of the Flags” at the 9/11 memorial site in Clovis
VBAC Instagram account is in communication with the 9/11 Memorial group as well as Central Valley Veterans
Dr. Bill Wilson said that he and a few other VBAC members attended Monterey Car Week, and participated in a few of the numerous events

Upcoming Events

September 20 – The Scottish Highland Games to be held at Kearney Park, West Fresno. VBAC will be having a small car show at the event. Let Jon know ASAP if you want to attend
September 21 – British Car Show, Oxnard. Dan will be leading a contingent to this show, contact Dan if you are interested
October 4 - Fallen Heroes Car Show at Granite Park, Fresno
- Jay – September 26 - a few VBAC members convoying to Ironstone Show in Murphys, CA
- Martin – October 11 – There will be a free, all-makes car show at the Clovis Snr. Center. A flyer was distributed
- Martin – November 1 - Toys for Tots show at River Park. Flyer distributed. Martin will arrange a rendezvous point so that VBAC members can convoy to the show
- Steve – Will be racing at Buttonwillow September 12 -13
- Fred - Planning a run to Big Creek for September 13. Meet at the bottom of the “four-lane” at 0830.

Jon – Planning is underway for the VBAC Roundup, March 2026
- Sugar Pine Railroad has an upcoming concert series - might be a good event for VBAC
- Next dinner meeting will be October 7 at Eureka Burger in Clovis

1945 hours: Meeting Adjourned

L. Zerwig/Secretary

Aug. 5, 2025

Red Caboose Restaurant, 5954 N. Academy, Sanger, CA

Attendance: 20

Treasurer’s Report: Jay reported a bank balance of $10,539.21. 42 people have renewed membership. We have a total of 81 members.

In Pres. Jon’s absence, VP Martin filled in and shared a card from Bruce Vlad and Faith Lamprey, the editors of British Marque Car Club News. They recently retired and ended publication after 35 years. Bruce & Faith recognized the VBAC as a Brit Marq Participant Club and wished all club members future success and best wishes.

A great time was had by the VBAC & Miata Club on the run to Ducy’s at Bass Lake. Check out the writeup and photos on the website. Thanks, Martin, for organizing this fun run!

Present & Upcoming Events:
-Monterey Car Week, 8/8-17, Monterey; 8/11 is the All-British Show, 8/11 Little Car Show, Pacific Grove
-So. Cal. MG Club Boots & Bonnets, 9/14, Autry Museum, Griffith Park, L.A.
-Scottish Games, 9/20, Kearney Park, Fresno. Inform Jon by 9/10 if attending (for club parking)
-CCBCC Show, 9/21, Oxnard. Dan is organizing a caravan. Contact him for further info.
-Ironstone Concourse d’Elegance, 9/26-27, Murphys. Jay organizing a caravan to this one.
-Reno British Motor Show, 9/27, Reno, NV
-Fallen Heroes Car Show, 10/4, Granite Park, Fresno
-All British Motor Show, 10/19, Blackhawk Museum, Danville

Also, Steve & Dr. Bill are planning on running their Minis at Buttonwillow on 9/13. Consider a trip to the Bakersfield area to show your support.

Meeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.
Next meeting on Sept. 2

L. Zerwig/Secretary

July 1, 2025

Diciccio’s Restaurant, 1530 E. Nees, Fresno, CA

Attendance: 22

Treasurer’s Report: Jay reported a bank balance of $9762.79. The club has a present membership of 79. Membership renewal is due in July. If using a check, please make the yearly dues renewal of $35.00 out to Valley British Auto Club; the bank has trouble recognizing VBAC. Roger Newton’s wife reported to Jay that Roger passed away in 2023. Club insurance to Hagerty is due in August for $351.00.

Pres. Jon recognized new member Paul Lebby.

Past Events:

Vineyards/Armenian Home Car Show: Dan reviewed the day’s activities. Pics & write up in Club Activities on website.

Tollhouse Market Drive: Martin & Gwen had an enjoyable drive for brunch @ Tollhouse Market

Clovis City College (BMW sponsored) Show: Dan reported a nice little show with knowledgeable auto enthusiasts. Dan won a ceramic coating raffle prize. Check out his E-type next opportunity

Upcoming Events:

Monterey Car Week, 8/8-17. 8/11 is the All-British Show, 8/13 is Little Car Show

Scottish Games, 9/20. Inform Jon by 9/10 if going (for club parking)

CCBCC Car Show, 9/21, Oxnard. Dan is organizing a caravan. Contact him for further info

Ironstone Concours d’Elegance, 9/26-27, Murphys

Reno British Motor Show, 9/27, Reno

Fallen Heroes Car Show, 10/4, Granite Park

Steering Committee Update:

Pres. Jon reported on 2026 Roundup plans.

Flier created
Awards categories updated:

Best Vintage (<1960)

Best Classic (1961-1985)

Best Modern (1986-2005)

Best Ultra-Modern (2006-present)

Best Sports Car (Peter Patriquin Memorial Award)

Most Distinctive

Participant’s Choice

President’s Choice

New T-shirt design in preliminary stage. Nick is consulting w/ graphic artist.
Roundup fee structure modified:

$30.00 entry fee for VBAC members

$35.00 for non-members

$20.00 for extra auto

$20.00 for motorcycle

$40.00 for day of entry (if space is available)

Meeting adjourned ~ 8:15 p.m.

Next meeting on August 5, Red Caboose Restaurant, Shaw & Academy, Sanger.

L. Zerwig/Secretary

May 6, 2025

Eureka! Burger, 7775 N. Palm Ave., Fresno, CA

Attendance: 15

Treasurer’s Report: At present the club has 81 members. With the $1600.00 donation to the Central Valley Veterans, the club balance is $9949.75.

Pres. Jon reported that Deb Riordan and the Valley Vets were extremely grateful for the $1600 donation. ‘Thank you’ letters have been provided to every donor.

Jon recognized Larry for getting the minutes and activity articles out to members every month. With the discontinuation of the British Marque, this information will go solely to Marty to be put on the website. Please keep in mind that all members are welcomed and encouraged to provide a write up and/or photos, no matter how big or small, to get to Larry for publication. This is the time of the year where different gatherings are happening on the same weekend, so if you attend, please share your experience with other members.

Upcoming events:

-Dixon Car Show & Swap Meet, Dixon; May 18th: Registration closed on May 4th. No registrations at the gate.

-European Auto Show, Clovis Community College Campus, Clovis; May 18th, 0900-1200; $20 per car. Registration deadline: May 17th

-Clovis Old Town Motorama, Old Town Clovis, Clovis; May 14-18; $35 early, $40 day of show. Various locations for the 5 days of activities: 14th - Summer Fox Brewing, 15th - Backyard Social Club, 16th - Crow & Wolf Street Party, 17th - Old Town Car Show, 18th - Hot Rod Shops Tours Further information at: hotrodcoaltion.com

-Selma Car Show, downtown Selma; Jun 1st. This show is being organized by 3 entrepreneurs from Selma in conjunction with Selma Unified School District and City of Selma. These guys have a goal of making this a yearly event with various marques of vehicles - foreign, domestic, exotics, classics, street rods, etc. They specifically reached out to the VBAC and hope to see us there. They are hopeful of getting 50 vehicles at the show, but the city has provided enough room for 150, if they come. They will provide our specific area, so it would be kind of neat if we could bring our banner along (similar to the Scottish Games). Larry to send out a flyer with added info.

-California Armenian Home Car Show, Fresno; Jun 27th, 11:00am-1:00pm. This show is a fund raiser luncheon and festivities for the residents. These folks are extremely grateful for seeing the vehicles. Most cannot drive anymore, but they have a lot of good memories when they see our classics.

Meeting adjourned ~ 8:15pm

Next meeting: June 3rd, 2025