The last time this was discussed AND voted on was several months ago. The issue again came up as it had at virtually every meeting before. The motion was passed to not entertain anymore motions about this until ... I forget the date but it is in the future.
Here is the problem. We cannot get a unanimous consent. Those not in favour say they will not attend if they don't get their way. Every time there is a suggestion for a new venue, somebody does not like it. Right now we have Fast 1, Bulldog (nonmember), Fritz and who knows who else who are not coming. Move to someplace else, and others won't come.
If you want to do something constructive, why don't you suggest alternatives AND see if you can find unanimity. Unanimity is the key. Just complaining about the status quo is precisely why we voted to quit discussing venues at the meetings.
Despite passing a motion, I am sure this issue could be tabled ahead of schedule if there were a motion passed to hear such motion. However, I would not even vote for a motion to table a motion on the venue change unless I was persuaded that there was a realistic chance of a unanimous vote (or strong majority). If you guys want to build up a consensus for a new venue, and present that at a meeting as reason why we should entertain the vote, I would support that. I will not support a motion that is just a rant about our current venue.
Do the leg work. Answer this posting with positive suggestions. Listen to those who disagree with you. Try to find the common themes. Consensus building may start with identifying the problem, but dwelling on the problem does not build consensus.
With that in mind I will start by saying that I want to stay at a bar. I don't want to go to a restaurant. My simple reason is I do not feel guilty purchasing only a beer. When I am out on my bike, I prefer the rebel edge of a bar to the milquetoast ambiance of a restaurant. If I were to be specific, I agree with Fast 1 about Steamers. Not much room, but Darrel treats us right.
Despite the above, I will attend wherever we meet (except the Cassino). I go to the meetings to hang with my buddies and talk about motorcycles. We could do that in a church basement for all I care, but they probably would not approve of my beer.
Peace & Grease and lets have a civilized dialogue. Dennis.
