Region 7C: La Crosse / Vernon / Trempealeau Counties
Regional Rep - Bill Roberge
(608) 769-5337
flstcbb@aol.com
Secretary/Treasurer: Betty Roberge
(608) 769-4089
flstcbb@aol.com
608-790-1133
clc382fxs@icloud.com
Area Rep La Crosse County: Henry "Rev" Lange
Meetings: 1st Sunday, 1 p.m., Jailhouse Saloon, Centerville, WI
Region 7C -- December 3rd, 2017 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order and started with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Dean thanked everyone for coming and thanked our good neighbors to the north from Region 7D and District 7 Director Dave VanDyke for coming and sharing the day.
The checking account is in order and under the $300 limit. Both raffle licenses are up to date. The extra set of letters for the roadside billboard were purchased and now in the metal box with the sign.
Dean read the legislative updates. Our Right of Way Violations bill (SB189/AB201) passed the State Assembly with only one opposing vote and then passed the Senate unanimously. It got signed by Gov. Walker on November 30th. This one was a long time in coming but we got it done. Thanks to everyone who helped push this along the way!
Lobby Day for 2018 has been scheduled for January 23rd. Other issues that we still have hanging out there will be addressed on that day. A bus has been chartered to run from the La Crosse area to the Madison Capitol for those who wish to go. Our usual bus route will be leaving from the Woodman's in Onalaska at 7:45 AM. Parking is in the west side of the lot near the hotels. Please be on time -- we have other stops to pick up people along the way and have to keep a certain schedule. The large group photo has been scheduled for 12:30 PM on the steps of the Capitol. DON'T BE LATE -- We will not wait for you. At this time, we have a meeting set up with Senator Shilling as well as Reps Doyle and Billings at 1:30 PM in Room 201SE. Legislators and members from adjoining regions will be joining us as they have in previous years. Please double check the meeting schedule when you arrive in Madison for any last minute changes.
If you have trouble finding certain bills on the Wisconsin Legislative website, Dean suggests members use LegiScan (http://www.legiscan.com ). It seems to be much easier to navigate than the state site.
Dean encouraged all members to visit the MRF website to read about the latest news on Ethanol, Motorcyclist Profiling and the RPM Act (Right to modify your own motorcycle). The MRF has several pre-written letters that can be sent to your elected officials voicing your concerns regarding these important issues.
Our next meeting will be on January 7th at 1:00 PM at the Jailhouse Saloon in Centerville. The following meeting will be February 4th at the same place and time.
Meeting was adjourned for our Christmas party. Thank you to everyone who showed up and brought food and participated in the gift exchange. It was a great opportunity to hang and socialize with our ABATE family.
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
Dean "D-Day" Bartosh
Regional Rep. -- Region 7C
April 2024
Meetings: 1st Sunday – 1 pm at Jailhouse Saloon, Centerville, WI.
Our meeting came to order in the usual fashion after which we discussed legislative issues. Bill went over the successes we had at Lobby Day and the talking points that were gone over. Read Steve’s front page report for a more detailed account. There were 3 members from Region 7C that were newcomers to Lobby Day and Clint gave us his take on the day. He thought it was run very professionally, and that there was good discussion all around with our Legislators.
Betty let us know the condition of our checking account. We need to come up with an idea to earn some money, as our coffers are getting low and the cost of sending out our postcards runs about $45 a month. In addition, our raffle licenses are coming up for renewal at a total cost of $50 per year to renew.
Doug asked about our region’s MRF sustaining membership and when it was up for renewal. It is up for renewal now. Usually, we take the dues out of our chili cook-off proceeds, but we did not hold one this year, and decided to pass the hat at the next few meetings to generate the renewal fee. Doug decided to donate the entire $100 needed for this himself. Thanks, Doug.
The Flood Run is being held on April 20th. Last year we set up a table at the Jailhouse with ABATE information and provided
water to riders. It was decided that we will do the same again this year. We had a lot of interest last year and were thanked by many riders for what ABATE does for the riding community. Anyone wishing to stop by is welcome to do so.
Betty went over the Summer Hummer information with an emphasis on having members attend. She also mentioned the first ever bring your own everything swap meet on Saturday only. ABATE will not provide anything to these swap meet vendors. There are no electrical outlets in the set-up area. The only cost to the swap meet vendors is a $30 day pass to get in which entitles them to full access of the event and overnight camping if they wish to stay over until Sunday. Advanced tickets are available for purchase now. We are still looking for banner sponsorships for the event. The form to apply is on page 4.
We also talked about the 50th Anniversary Celebration being held in Madison in conjunction with our Annual Meeting and election of State Officers. Raffle tickets to win a 2-night stay at the Sheraton, 2 Saturday evening banquet tickets, 2 50th commemorative coins, and $50 are on sale until the Summer Hummer. 3 winners will be drawn. See Betty if you need some.
Our next meeting is on April 7th, 1 pm at the Jailhouse.
Betty