Meetings: Shawano meetings 1st Saturday of the month at 1 pm.

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Langlade meetings also listed in text.

 

Our Shawano meetings was held at Jenn’s Knaughty Pine in Angelica on Saturday, Sept. 6. There was no Langlade meeting in September. We had 18 members in attendance. The meeting started with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a Moment of Silence for those in harm’s way. We remembered Paul Wittlinger, our fallen member. Thank you everyone for coming.

 

Paul Wittlinger passed on Thursday night, August 7. His funeral was held shortly after. ABATE of Wisconsin is the recipient of his memorial gifts. We passed the hat at the meeting towards a brick to be placed at the Wisconsin Motorcycle Memorial in Door County in 2026. Paul was just at our August meeting.

 

Vauna has stepped away from the region secretary position. Thank you, Vauna, for your service. Please let Pauline know if you’re interested in the secretary or treasurer position. I mentioned at the meeting that we need members to step up to help with Region 3C. The regional representative, me, can only do so much.

 

Pauline presented the treasury report. All is good. We held a 50/50 and Annette won. Jason won the attendance raffle.

 

Legislation is quiet, however there is some action going on with the wording for Right to Repair (AB 135 / SB 129). Also, MRF is reviewing E25 info and legislation. Watch the newsletter for current updates.

 

Not too much regarding membership. Pauline asked about who received their newsletters or didn’t. Most received theirs in the past day, on Sept 5, as I did. Two members received their July newsletters in August. I have contacted John Reblin (acting public relations director) about this situation as it is difficult to keep updated if the newsletter arrives late. In the short term, please be patient. Thank you!

 

Sue continues ABATE STR classes. So far STR has taught 205 students. If you know of anyone that is interested in teaching a class have them contact Sue. Sue is also collecting items for 2 baskets for the state meeting in October: 1 kid and 1 adult. See Sue for contributions.

 

Aug 21 was the court hearing for Karen Wassenberg, the 43yr old gal that killed the MC rider in front of Doc's HD. Karen did not need to show up to the hearing as she already pled guilty. Upon further investigation by the District Attorney, found out that there is a criminal investigation in progress and no further info was available. There were 3 siblings there and it was suggested that they go to visit the DA for current info. Keep an eye on CCAP for updates.

 

SAFETY: Our fatals are currently at 54 compared to 53 last year. The safety topic was “Can you spot a good motorist?”. Good drivers have good habits: check for cross traffic, stop at stop lines/stop signs, blinkers before breaks, steady speed and lane positioning.

 

Saturday, October 4th will be our FALL ROADSIDE CLEANUP on Hwy 47/55 north of Shawano. Meet at 9:30 am at the south end of Balsam Row where we will separate into groups and pass out bags. Thank you, Jason, for coordinating.

 

October 4th we will have our meeting at 1 pm at the VFW. This is a change. It will be held after the roadside cleanup. We will be finalizing the 2025 FREEZE YOUR NUTS RUN. We need help with registration, parking, door prizes, etc. Get the word out. Check out our FB page and repost the event.

 

Remember FREEZE YOUR NUTS RUN October 11, 11 am, $15 per Run Sheet, Start and End at War Bonnet in Keshena. Thank you, War Bonnet! Pray for great weather.

 

Our B2B Tour Potluck Meeting and B2B awards will be on November 1. Currently the location is TO BE DETERMINED. Bring your books and a potluck item. Get those final stamps in October. Thank our businesses along the way. If you cannot make this meeting, please pass your B2B books to your area or region rep. Thank you!

 

Thank you, Jenn, and staff at Jenn’s Knaughty Pine for supporting ABATE of Wisconsin!

 

Shawano County monthly meetings are on the 1st Saturday of the month at 1 pm. Oct 4 at the VFW, Lieg St (Shawano.) Note: Oct. 11 is FREEZE YOUR NUTS RUN - WAR BONNET, 11 am. The Nov 1 meeting is TBD (B2B Tour Potluck.)

 

Langlade County meetings are on the 2nd Saturday at 1 pm. There will be no Langlade meeting in October. The next meeting will be Nov 8 at White Lake Top Secret (White Lake) with Meat Raffle in January.

 

I’m Free and I love being Free.

 

Pauline Forrest, Region 3C Rep.

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ABATE of WI 3C Langlade County News:

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Hi Everyone,

 

Not much going on. We did not have a meeting as we were out of town. Also, there will not be a meeting in October because we will be at Freeze Your Nuts Run, so come join us for that. It’s going to be a great time.

 

Our next meeting will be November 8th at White Lake Top Secret see you there.

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Robin

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