About the Manitoba Mopar Association
The Manitoba Mopar Association is a group of enthusiasts dedicated to the
enjoyment of Dodge, Plymouth, Chrysler, Desoto and AMC built motor vehicles.
The club was officially formed in 1992 and was incorporated as a non-profit
organization in September 1995. The current MMA membership is in the order
of 125 members consisting of hobbyists, collectors and drag racers. Member vehicles range from
vintage cruisers, muscle cars and trucks to race cars and modern Mopars.
We enjoy the hobby and feel a responsibly to showcase our vehicles for the enjoyment of the public
and to help promote a positive image for the car club community.
The MMA is also dedicated to the efforts of raising funds for the Movement Centre of Manitoba. Since 2008 almost $6000 has been raised through our annual
Mopar and Friends Canada Day show to help the Movement Centre fund programs for those with mobility issues.
Membership dues are $30.00 annually which entitles the member to participate at our events, receive the club newsletter,
window decal, membership card and discounts at various participating automotive retailers. The newsletter is published and mailed out to members 3 times per year.
We actively encourage members to submit articles and photos to either the newsletter or the website.
Our general meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month. During the
cruising season, the meeting location varies depending on the cruise
destination. During the cruising off-season we try to incorporate indoor
activities such as shop and museum tours or events such as indoor kart
racing into our meetings. In addition to the monthly meetings we organize
the annual Mopar and Friends Canada Day show, the annual Labour Day Mopar
show, a club display in the World of Wheels,
a family BBQ and an annual drag race. On an informal basis, we also attend various car shows organized by other clubs. Event
schedule details are published in the newsletter and can be found on the
MMA Scat Schedule webpage or by calling the MOPAR99 (204-667-2799)
event hotline.
Contact the Manitoba Mopar Association
Mailing Address:
Manitoba Mopar Association
287 Tache Ave.
Box 96, Norwood Post Office
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2H 3B3
Event Hotline: MOPAR99 (204-667-2799)
Website: www.mbmopar.com
email contact: pkun@highspeedcrow.ca
2010 - 2011 Executive
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Jim Tchir President jtchir7@mymts.net |
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| Ray Cabel Vice President prtcabel01@shaw.ca (204) 254-7910 |
Mike Pankewicz Treasurer six-barrel@shaw.ca |
| Ray Landygo Secretary moparminutes@gmail.com |
Lanny Knutson Newsletter plybul@mts.net |
| Dale Claes Activities neekha@mts.net |
Garth Ruttig Membership gruttig@mts.net |
| Ray Cabel MAAC Representative prtcabel01@shaw.ca (204) 254-7910 |
Orville Spakowski Apparel ojmrkting@aol.com |
| Randy Zaborniak Advertising rszaborniak@hotmail.com |
Mark Wills Car Show Chair mwills@rrc.mb.ca |
| Pat Kaniuga Media Director kanoe@mts.net |
Paul Kun Web Site pkun@highspeedcrow.ca |
Associations
The MMA is a member of Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs (MAAC)
as well as the National Association of Auto Clubs of Canada (NAACC). MAAC is the voice of the automotive community in Manitoba and
is actively involved with Provincial and Municipal governments on issues such as licensing, collector car insurance, emisions testing, clunker laws and non-running vehicle storage bylaws.
NAACC represents automobile clubs throughout Canada and works both Federally and Provincially to promote the interests of the automotive hobby.
Through NAACC we are affiliated with the Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens (FIVA) and the Historic Vehicle Association (HVA).
Each member is also encouraged to join the SEMA Action Network (free to join) in order to keep up to date on legislative issues in the United States and Canada that affect our hobby.
Bylaws
ARTICLE I. NAME AND INSIGNIA
A) The name of the association shall be the Manitoba Mopar Association Inc.
B) The association shall have such official insignia as the members shall designate.
ARTICLE II. ASSOCIATION OBJECTIVES
A) Is an organization of enthusiasts who are interested in preserving the tradition and restoration of Chrysler built vehicles.
B) To establish good fellowship and sportsmanship among the members through activities involving Chrysler products.
C) To promote a better awareness of Chrysler products to the public, press, and other car clubs and/or associations.
ARTICLE III. MEMBERSHIP
A) There shall be one membership category in the club: active. The active membership shall be entitled to one vote in association business.
B) Any person desiring to participate in the activities of the Manitoba Mopar Association Inc., is eligible for active membership in the association with full privileges.
C) Active members are defined as those members in good standing.
ARTICLE IV. DUES
A) Annual dues for active membership in the association shall be $30.00, and shall be submitted to the membership chairperson or treasurer with the initial application for membership, and thereafter becomes payable to the membership chairperson or the treasurer on the anniversary date of membership.
B) Any member whose dues are in arrears by two months shall be automatically suspended. Membership shall be reinstated only upon payment of membership dues. The anniversary date of membership shall remain unchanged.
ARTICLE V. OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A) A majority of the board of directors shall constitute a quorum at any meeting of the board.
ARTICLE VI. ELECTIONS
A) All nominees for office shall be active members in good standing.
B) All elected and appointed officers and board members must remain active members in good standing during their terms in office.
C) All officers and directors shall be elected at the last meeting prior to the beginning of a new term, shall assume office at the first regular meeting of the term, and shall hold office for one year or until their successors are duly elected and qualified.
D) Nominations shall be made from the floor or by mail beginning at September’s meeting and closing at October’s meeting. Absentee ballots available on request.
E) Elections shall be decided by a majority vote of all active members in good standing either by present or absentee ballot.
F) The general membership shall be promptly informed of all elections results.
ARTICLE VII. DUTIES OF OFFICERS
A) President: Presides at all meetings, appoints committees, acts as ex-officio member of all committees, serves as chairperson of the board of directors, issues the call for regular and special board meetings, ensures that elections are held according to the association’s constitutions, and carries out the directives of the board of directors.
B) Vice President: In the event of Presidential absence or relinquishment of duties, the vice president will temporarily assume the duties until activity in said position resumes or the position is filled. Co-chairs all meetings. Responsible for setting meetings agendas, as well as conducting all association business.
C) Treasurer: Collects dues and all monies due the association, keeps the association’s financial records, makes payments from club funds when so ordered by the board of directors. Countersigns all club cheques and makes regular financial reports to the association members and directors as requested.
D) Secretary: Keeps minutes of the general membership and board meetings, gives notice of all meetings, handles all associations correspondence, and keeps custody of all association records.
E) Newsletter Editor: Responsible for compiling, editing and producing monthly newsletter. The editor is also responsible for procuring articles, classified ads, stories, etc., for publication in said newsletter, as well as any changes and/or corrections which need to be made to any or all information.
F) Technical Advisor: Responsible for aiding and assisting any association member in need of information pertaining to the repair of that person’s vehicle(s). Information available at monthly meetings or through questions and answer column in newsletter only.
G) Car show Chairperson: Informs members of upcoming car shows/events and the results thereof, handles show correspondence from all other clubs and organizations. Keeps members abreast of changes in dates, times, etc., of any show or event. Acts as liaison for association at any show or event by any other club or organization.
H) Activities Chairperson: Responsible for organizing and planning all association social functions/events, as well as procurement of prizes and/or donations for said events, which could be done in conjunction with the Car show Chairperson.
I) Membership Chairperson: Responsible for collecting monies for new membership applications and/or renewals and turning said monies over to the Treasurer for deposit in the associations account. Keeps record of all members, their status, new, renewed or lapsed. In the event of membership dues or renewal outstanding, the membership chairperson will attempt to contact the individual(s) to ascertain reasons for membership lapse. The chairperson will also be in charge of issuing a yearly membership card for each member.
J) Past President: Attends all membership and board meetings and acts in an advisory role to the board. This term shall be in effect until new president is elected creating a new past president.
ARTICLE VIII. MEETINGS.
A) General membership meetings shall be held monthly at a time designated by the board.
B) Meetings of the board of directors shall be held every month at a location to be set by the board.
C) The president may call special board meetings, and the board may call special membership meetings whenever necessary.
D) Once per year, an Annual General Meeting (hereinafter called AGM) shall be held in October unless otherwise noted.
E) Notification of the date of the AGM shall be included in the association’s newsletter at least 60 days in advance prior to the AGM.
F) Nominations of officers to the board of directors shall be made by mail (absentee) ballot or at a regular meeting or special meeting at least 30 days prior to the AGM.
G) Election of officers to the board of directors shall be held at each AGM, the length of term of each officer shall be one year from the date of election.
H) Upon the event that an officer’s position becomes vacant prior to the next AGM, the board will appoint an interim officer and shall remain in effect until the next AGM where a new officer shall be elected.
I) Amendments to the constitution may be proposed and voted on at any association meeting, as the association may deem necessary. These amendments shall be placed in the newsletter so that all members may be informed of the proposed amendments before they are voted on at the next club meeting. The format of each proposed amendment shall be in a column-type format and shall appear similar to the example below.
J) The name and telephone number of the applicant of the proposed amendment shall be included with each submission, otherwise the submission shall be considered void.
ARTICLE IX. DELEGATIONS
A) Delegations shall be appointed by the president, subject to approval by the board, to represent the association, at meetings or assemblies as deemed necessary.
ARTICLE X. PENALTIES
A) There will be no controlled substances or alcohol abuse before, during or after any association functions. Any reckless endangerment of physical well being or damage to personal property will not be tolerated. Violations will be dealt with on an individual basis.
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as are the marques of that corporation, including Chrysler©, Dodge©, Plymouth©. Jeep©, and Eagle©.
Chrysler in no way endorses the Manitoba Mopar Association or the Manitoba Mopar Association web site.
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