Call to order – Dwellion Howard called the meeting to order at 6:40PM. Total membership families as of this date is 20; 25% of the Chapter Family Memberships (5) OR 15 Family Unit Memberships, whichever is less, is required for a quorum. Ten membership families were present (Arledge, Cook, Crum, Howard, Keith, Lawson, Mierke, Perry, Sneed, Smalley).
Welcome of New Membersand Special Guests – the Perry’s, Tom and Robbi, were welcomed as new members and it was a pleasure to have long standing members, Levi and Carolyn Arledge, with us.
In Review – Dwellion commented on last year’s rally with Hurricane Helene noting that despite the hurricane, we experienced community, bonding and great fellowship with our extended stay. In 2025, we had 2 rallies (Palmetto Cove and Lancaster, PA).
Approval of Minutes – from September 27, 2024, Palmetto Cove meeting was approved. Motion by Mike Smalley and second by Jerry Sneed.
Financial report — $xxxxxxx balance in our account as of September 2025. This is before rally expenses.
Election of Secretary/Treasurer for 2026/2027 – While there were no volunteers during the Saturday meeting, on Sunday, Kathy Keith agreed to serve. Members present voted and approved unanimously.
Regional and National Info:
Computer System and Website – Dwellion shared that FRVA is in the process of developing a new, in-house system and should be ready to launch 10/1/2025. Expect to see information come out from FRVA about any needed changes to member log-in.
Recruitment and Retention – FRVA has increased efforts in this area with phone calls to members who have not renewed their memberships and with increased visibility and national and international rallies.
November GEAR Rally at Ocean Lakes – Foothills Travelers will have good representation at GEAR this year. Mike Smalley reported that registrations have been capped at 300 and is currently full.
National Org Chart – If anyone is interested in having the org chart, please let Dwellion know.
Eastern Area VP Update – Mike Smalley encouraged the chapter to pay attention to its website as it is often the first information a prospective member sees.
Chapter Information:
A new chapter logo was developed this year, with three logos submitted and voted on by the chapter. The winning logo was submitted by Mike Smalley. It was suggested that the states represented (SC, NC, GA) be incorporated into the logo. Mike is going to work on this.
Garden Flag – Dwellion shared a garden flag with the new logo which was well received by the membership. Suggestion was that it be on a light blue background (rather than white). Most members suggested interest in having a flag.
New Member Welcome Gifts – As in prior meetings, there was more discussion about logo items for new members.
2026 Rally – Next rally is at Hideaway RV Resort at Myrtle Beach, hosted by the Howards. Please let Jacky know if there are particular activities that you would be interested in. Dwellion encouraged members to consider hosting a rally and picking out the location.
Other Items:
Sunshine efforts – Jacky is currently sending cards for birthdays and anniversaries. If you are aware of any illnesses or deaths within the membership, please let her know so that she can send a card on behalf of the chapter.
Memorial gift for Pat Spears – With the recent passing of Pat Spears, a $50 gift to the Upstate Backpack Blessings Program was suggested. Motion by Jerry Sneed and second by Mike Smalley.
Foothills Travelers – Annual Meeting Minutes
Foothills Travelers
Business Meeting Notes
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Call to order – Dwellion Howard called the meeting to order at 6:40PM. Total membership families as of this date is 20; 25% of the Chapter Family Memberships (5) OR 15 Family Unit Memberships, whichever is less, is required for a quorum. Ten membership families were present (Arledge, Cook, Crum, Howard, Keith, Lawson, Mierke, Perry, Sneed, Smalley).
Welcome of New Members and Special Guests – the Perry’s, Tom and Robbi, were welcomed as new members and it was a pleasure to have long standing members, Levi and Carolyn Arledge, with us.
In Review – Dwellion commented on last year’s rally with Hurricane Helene noting that despite the hurricane, we experienced community, bonding and great fellowship with our extended stay. In 2025, we had 2 rallies (Palmetto Cove and Lancaster, PA).
Approval of Minutes – from September 27, 2024, Palmetto Cove meeting was approved. Motion by Mike Smalley and second by Jerry Sneed.
Financial report — $xxxxxxx balance in our account as of September 2025. This is before rally expenses.
Election of Secretary/Treasurer for 2026/2027 – While there were no volunteers during the Saturday meeting, on Sunday, Kathy Keith agreed to serve. Members present voted and approved unanimously.
Regional and National Info:
Chapter Information:
2026 Rally – Next rally is at Hideaway RV Resort at Myrtle Beach, hosted by the Howards. Please let Jacky know if there are particular activities that you would be interested in. Dwellion encouraged members to consider hosting a rally and picking out the location.
Other Items:
Adjourn – Meeting was adjourned at 7:53PM.