FRMC Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date and Location
The Thursday, July 9th FRMC Member Meeting was held at Romano’s Italian Restaurant in Littleton starting at 6:30pm. Attendance was strong with 36 members present. Romano’s suggested Tom Ferguson attempt to collect RSVPs for future meetings so the restaurant can be sure to dedicate proper staffing to our dining needs, however, there were no apparent issues at the meeting even if Super Waitress, Mel, seemed a bit more stressed than usual.
Meeting Minutes Submitted by Tom Ferguson, Secretary/Treasurer
Meeting Minutes Submitted by Tom Ferguson, Secretary/Treasurer
Attendees Included
Larry and Karen Standiford
Tom and Jackie Ferguson
Gary and Joyce Krasche
Terry Frank
Kenny Weathers
Dean Gianarkis
Danny Gaddy
Lee Davis
Caleb Davis
Ron and Ann Fox
Keith Johnson
John McNurney
Rick and Heidi Mori
Rob and Christine Costa
Quintin Costa
Mary Sue Powell
John and Lori Revesz
Paul Revesz
Mike Thomas
Nadine Bride
Stephen Wilson
Kathy Dee
Larry Cooper
Jim Dowdell
Jack Redmond
Gary and Jillian Spencer
Dick and Candy Thompson
Tom and Jackie Ferguson
Gary and Joyce Krasche
Terry Frank
Kenny Weathers
Dean Gianarkis
Danny Gaddy
Lee Davis
Caleb Davis
Ron and Ann Fox
Keith Johnson
John McNurney
Rick and Heidi Mori
Rob and Christine Costa
Quintin Costa
Mary Sue Powell
John and Lori Revesz
Paul Revesz
Mike Thomas
Nadine Bride
Stephen Wilson
Kathy Dee
Larry Cooper
Jim Dowdell
Jack Redmond
Gary and Jillian Spencer
Dick and Candy Thompson
Old Business
So far, we have 43 club memberships for 2026. We finished last year with 49 memberships.
The 38th Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup was held June 18-20th at Pikes Peak International and Cripple Creek with award winning vehicles from the Yank’s, Dowdell’s, Gianarkis and Krasche’s being honored. Also, several members participated in the track day activities. As always, Gary and Jillian Spencer deserve special recognition for their volunteer work on the Roundup which keeps them very busy and limits their enjoyment of the show. In the past more FRMC members participated as volunteers on activities and we should strive to reach that level in the future to ensure the continued success of the Roundup.
On June 19th and 20th the Annual Classic Rock Cruise-In Car Show was held in Castle Rock. This is always a huge event that can be hard to get a vehicle in, but Rick and Heidi Mori got their 1967 Shelby GT350 registered and it took home an award on Saturday. Lastly, June 28th the All Ford and Mercury Picnic and Car Show was held at Arapahoe Park in Golden with at least eight FRMC vehicles being shown. This is always a top notch event for fans of the diverse universe of Ford cars.
The 38th Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup was held June 18-20th at Pikes Peak International and Cripple Creek with award winning vehicles from the Yank’s, Dowdell’s, Gianarkis and Krasche’s being honored. Also, several members participated in the track day activities. As always, Gary and Jillian Spencer deserve special recognition for their volunteer work on the Roundup which keeps them very busy and limits their enjoyment of the show. In the past more FRMC members participated as volunteers on activities and we should strive to reach that level in the future to ensure the continued success of the Roundup.
On June 19th and 20th the Annual Classic Rock Cruise-In Car Show was held in Castle Rock. This is always a huge event that can be hard to get a vehicle in, but Rick and Heidi Mori got their 1967 Shelby GT350 registered and it took home an award on Saturday. Lastly, June 28th the All Ford and Mercury Picnic and Car Show was held at Arapahoe Park in Golden with at least eight FRMC vehicles being shown. This is always a top notch event for fans of the diverse universe of Ford cars.
New Business
The list directly below includes events not yet scheduled but shows possible club outings to discuss and schedule for 2026. As always, your officers encourage FRMC members to step-up and do the research to get any of these on our schedule.
Visit to the Western Museum of Mining & Industry in Colorado Springs
Tour the Colorado Model Railroad Museum in Greeley
Tour the Cussler Museum of Classic Cars in Arvada (in August)
Visit the Rambler Ranch in Elizabeth (possibly in the winter)
Schedule some Fall Cruises for our Mustangs (see below)
Tom Ferguson and Keith Johnson are organizing a half day open track outing at High Plains Raceway on Thursday, July 23rd with details for participating as follows:
Open Lapping Day at High Plains Raceway near Byers – It’s official…we are going to hold a half day (1pm – 5pm) session for $159 per driver at High Plains on Thursday, July 23rd. Expect hot weather, but we wanted to do this before events like the Fall FRMC Chili-feed cause a scheduling conflict. From experience we know that a half day is plenty of track time for most of us on the fabulous HPR road course and a great time is guaranteed. Spectators are also welcome at no cost. No prior experience is needed and it only takes a lap or two to become familiar with the track layout. The gates to High Plains open no later than 11:30 and we strongly suggest arriving around that time as we will need to do some preliminary vehicle inspections of things like brake fluid levels, tires, removal of loose items from interiors and trunks, helmet distribution (if you don’t have one to bring) and most importantly attending the mandatory driver/rider meeting at 12:30. If you miss that, you don’t get on the track. Also, be sure to fill up your gas tanks at the Love’s Travel Station in Bennett or the Conoco in Strasburg on your way to the track. You will use a fair amount of gas open lapping. You need to pre-register with High Plains to participate at www.highplainsraceway.com where you will find more info on what should be a great experience. If you plan on participating, please let Tom know so we have an idea how big our presence will be. We aren’t renting the track exclusively for our club, so preregistering early is a good idea. Questions? Contact Tom or Keith (Ltsrock38@yahoo.com).
As mentioned above, Dick Thompson is hoping for a strong turnout of Mustangs for the Colorado Collector Car Council Rocky Mountain Car Show and Swap Meet (details below) on July 25th. Dick will ensure we get to park together if we show up with several FRMC cars. If you are looking to do something later in the evening of the 25th, Englewood is having a Car Cruise on South Broadway from 3pm to 9pm starting at Englewood High School.
Tom Ferguson will be researching Thursday and Friday dates in August for a club visit to the Cussler Museum of Classic Cars. The extensive collection includes over 100 significant automobiles ranging from 1906 to 1965 and is located at 14959 W 69th Avenue in Arvada. Expect an email soon from Tom with suggested dates. If we have ten or more FRMC members attend, admission is $12/person. Otherwise, it is $15 adults, $12 seniors. Museum hours are 10am to 4:30pm.
The Annual FRMC Chili Feed is scheduled for September 26th at the home of Dan and Cathy Ryhal near beautiful Pine, Colorado. At the July meeting, we voted to hold the Chili Feed on September 19th, but the Ryhal’s will be out of town that weekend, so we moved it to the only open date in September. We will be coordinating attendance and food contributions in early September.
As we move into the Fall driving season, Mike Thomas and John and Paul Revesz are researching possible car cruises for the club. Mike’s would most likely occur on a weekend, while the Revesz brothers would arrange something for a weekday.
The next FRMC meeting will be held Thursday, August 13th at Romano’s Italian Restaurant at 6:30pm.
The following list represents Upcoming Club or other Events of Interest
July 23 – High Plains Raceway Open Track Half Day, details above under New Business
July 24-26 – Mustangs on the Mother Road National Show, Tulsa, OK – Marriott Tulsa Southern Hills, info from Green County Classic Mustang Club
July 25 – CCCC Rocky Mountain Car Show and Swap Meet, Broomfield Airport, 11905 Corporate Way, 10am-2pm, for info email GTOMake71@gmail.com
July 25 – Englewood South Broadway Car Cruise, 3pm-9pm, Englewood High School, all cars welcome, see Tom Ferguson’s 7/9/26 email for more details.
July 26 – Heritage High School Supply Drive & Car Show, 9am-11am, Heritage HS 1401 W Geddes Ave, Littleton, Denver Mustang Club is one of the sponsors
August 1 – 50th Annual Horsefeathers All Ford Car Show, 10am-2:00pm, The Shops at Northfield, 8340 Northfield Blvd, Denver, https://carshowpro.com/events/view/2865
Organized by Early Mustang Club of Colorado
August 13 – FRMC Member Meeting, 6:30pm, Romano’s Italian Restaurant, 5666 Windermere St, Littleton, CO
August 14-16 – Gunnison Car Show, $25 per car, Friday Cruise Night, Saturday Show & Shine, Sunday morning cruise and breakfast. www.gunnisoncarclub.com
August 28-30 – MCA 50th Anniversary National Show, Road Atlanta, Georgia in conjunction with the Annual Shelby American Automobile Club Convention, hosted by MCA
August 30 – 23nd Annual Tri-Lakes Cruisers Benefit Car Show, 2nd Street, Monument, CO, Pre-Registration Required and 210 car limit. www.trilakescruisers.com
September 1 – 6 – 20th Annual Sturgis Mustang Rally, info at www.sturgismustangrally.com
September 5 – 30th Annual Shelby American Museum Car Show & Party, 2pm-7pm, 5020 Chaparral Court, Boulder, CO 80301 www.shelbyamericancollection.org
September 12 – Avenue Church 2026 Auto Show, 8:30am-12pm, 13231 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO, free admission and breakfast, Info at 303-344-0226
September 13 – Early Ford V-8 Club 55th Annual All Ford Day Car Show at Sheridan High School, 3201 Oxford Ave for all Ford bodied vehicles. Jay Svigel 303-548-5541
September 26 – FRMC Annual Chili Feed, 11am-2pm, Dan and Cathy Ryhal’s home at 15737 Pine Valley Road, Pine, CO
September 24-27 – Telluride Autumn Classic Mountaintop Concours, Art Festival, Poker Run, Casino Night, Automotive Legends including Team Shelby driver Allen Grant and industry experts from GM & Shelby, tickets and registration at www.TellurideAutumnClassic.com
September 27 – Cool Colors of Autumn Car Show organized by Highlands Ranch Hot Rodders, 9285 Hepburn St, Highlands Ranch, CO
October 3 – Arapahoe High School Charity Car Show, 9am-12pm, East Parking Lot of Arapahoe High School, suggested $5 entry fee/car, info at jrhawthorne@lps.k12.co.us
December 5 - FRMC Holiday Party, 10am-2pm, The Club at Rolling Hills, 15707 W 26th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
Standing Events
First Saturday of every month in Lafayette, CO – Cars & Coffee at Flatirons Church, 355 W South Boulder Rd, 7am-10am, 303-641-0965 or Boulder County & Surrounding Areas Cars & Coffee on Facebook
First Saturday of every month May thru Oct - Golden Super Cruise, South Golden Rd, 5pm, www.goldensupercruise.com
Second Saturday of every month in Parker, CO – Expresso & Exhaust at the Vehicle Vault, 18301 Lincoln Meadows Parkway, 9am-12pm weather permitting, www.vehiclevaultco.com
Second Sunday of every month in Monument’s VCA Animal Hospital parking lot (near Rosie’s Diner, 8am-11am.
Third Saturday of every month April-September in Boulder, CO – Shelby American Collection Cars & Coffee, 7am-9am, 5020 Chaparral Court
Fourth Saturday evening of the month into the Fall - Highlands Ranch Hot Rodder’s Cruise Night from 4pm-9pm at the Rusty Tapp BBQ, 311 E County Line Road, Littleton info@hrhotrod.com.
Every Saturday - Evergreen Cars and Coffee in front of Evergreen Country Day School at 1036 El Rancho Rd, Evergreen, from 9am-noon, benefitting local charities (June 7 – August 30), David 720-308-3942. This is a new location.
Every Thursday – Cars Among the Evergreens at 24887 Genesee Trail Rd, Golden, 6pm-8pm, organizer Arthur R Burke IV, 616-405-3024, www.burkecarphoto.com
Every Sunday Afternoon – Classic Car Show, Dairy Queen (just south of Ken Caryl Ave), 7576 S Pierce St, Littleton 80128
If you have an event you’d like posted to the above list or the Club website Bullett-n Board, bring an informational flyer to an upcoming Club meeting. Updates on future Club Meetings and activities of interest will be posted on the www.frontrangemustangclub.org website calendar.
Visit to the Western Museum of Mining & Industry in Colorado Springs
Tour the Colorado Model Railroad Museum in Greeley
Tour the Cussler Museum of Classic Cars in Arvada (in August)
Visit the Rambler Ranch in Elizabeth (possibly in the winter)
Schedule some Fall Cruises for our Mustangs (see below)
Tom Ferguson and Keith Johnson are organizing a half day open track outing at High Plains Raceway on Thursday, July 23rd with details for participating as follows:
Open Lapping Day at High Plains Raceway near Byers – It’s official…we are going to hold a half day (1pm – 5pm) session for $159 per driver at High Plains on Thursday, July 23rd. Expect hot weather, but we wanted to do this before events like the Fall FRMC Chili-feed cause a scheduling conflict. From experience we know that a half day is plenty of track time for most of us on the fabulous HPR road course and a great time is guaranteed. Spectators are also welcome at no cost. No prior experience is needed and it only takes a lap or two to become familiar with the track layout. The gates to High Plains open no later than 11:30 and we strongly suggest arriving around that time as we will need to do some preliminary vehicle inspections of things like brake fluid levels, tires, removal of loose items from interiors and trunks, helmet distribution (if you don’t have one to bring) and most importantly attending the mandatory driver/rider meeting at 12:30. If you miss that, you don’t get on the track. Also, be sure to fill up your gas tanks at the Love’s Travel Station in Bennett or the Conoco in Strasburg on your way to the track. You will use a fair amount of gas open lapping. You need to pre-register with High Plains to participate at www.highplainsraceway.com where you will find more info on what should be a great experience. If you plan on participating, please let Tom know so we have an idea how big our presence will be. We aren’t renting the track exclusively for our club, so preregistering early is a good idea. Questions? Contact Tom or Keith (Ltsrock38@yahoo.com).
As mentioned above, Dick Thompson is hoping for a strong turnout of Mustangs for the Colorado Collector Car Council Rocky Mountain Car Show and Swap Meet (details below) on July 25th. Dick will ensure we get to park together if we show up with several FRMC cars. If you are looking to do something later in the evening of the 25th, Englewood is having a Car Cruise on South Broadway from 3pm to 9pm starting at Englewood High School.
Tom Ferguson will be researching Thursday and Friday dates in August for a club visit to the Cussler Museum of Classic Cars. The extensive collection includes over 100 significant automobiles ranging from 1906 to 1965 and is located at 14959 W 69th Avenue in Arvada. Expect an email soon from Tom with suggested dates. If we have ten or more FRMC members attend, admission is $12/person. Otherwise, it is $15 adults, $12 seniors. Museum hours are 10am to 4:30pm.
The Annual FRMC Chili Feed is scheduled for September 26th at the home of Dan and Cathy Ryhal near beautiful Pine, Colorado. At the July meeting, we voted to hold the Chili Feed on September 19th, but the Ryhal’s will be out of town that weekend, so we moved it to the only open date in September. We will be coordinating attendance and food contributions in early September.
As we move into the Fall driving season, Mike Thomas and John and Paul Revesz are researching possible car cruises for the club. Mike’s would most likely occur on a weekend, while the Revesz brothers would arrange something for a weekday.
The next FRMC meeting will be held Thursday, August 13th at Romano’s Italian Restaurant at 6:30pm.
The following list represents Upcoming Club or other Events of Interest
July 23 – High Plains Raceway Open Track Half Day, details above under New Business
July 24-26 – Mustangs on the Mother Road National Show, Tulsa, OK – Marriott Tulsa Southern Hills, info from Green County Classic Mustang Club
July 25 – CCCC Rocky Mountain Car Show and Swap Meet, Broomfield Airport, 11905 Corporate Way, 10am-2pm, for info email GTOMake71@gmail.com
July 25 – Englewood South Broadway Car Cruise, 3pm-9pm, Englewood High School, all cars welcome, see Tom Ferguson’s 7/9/26 email for more details.
July 26 – Heritage High School Supply Drive & Car Show, 9am-11am, Heritage HS 1401 W Geddes Ave, Littleton, Denver Mustang Club is one of the sponsors
August 1 – 50th Annual Horsefeathers All Ford Car Show, 10am-2:00pm, The Shops at Northfield, 8340 Northfield Blvd, Denver, https://carshowpro.com/events/view/2865
Organized by Early Mustang Club of Colorado
August 13 – FRMC Member Meeting, 6:30pm, Romano’s Italian Restaurant, 5666 Windermere St, Littleton, CO
August 14-16 – Gunnison Car Show, $25 per car, Friday Cruise Night, Saturday Show & Shine, Sunday morning cruise and breakfast. www.gunnisoncarclub.com
August 28-30 – MCA 50th Anniversary National Show, Road Atlanta, Georgia in conjunction with the Annual Shelby American Automobile Club Convention, hosted by MCA
August 30 – 23nd Annual Tri-Lakes Cruisers Benefit Car Show, 2nd Street, Monument, CO, Pre-Registration Required and 210 car limit. www.trilakescruisers.com
September 1 – 6 – 20th Annual Sturgis Mustang Rally, info at www.sturgismustangrally.com
September 5 – 30th Annual Shelby American Museum Car Show & Party, 2pm-7pm, 5020 Chaparral Court, Boulder, CO 80301 www.shelbyamericancollection.org
September 12 – Avenue Church 2026 Auto Show, 8:30am-12pm, 13231 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO, free admission and breakfast, Info at 303-344-0226
September 13 – Early Ford V-8 Club 55th Annual All Ford Day Car Show at Sheridan High School, 3201 Oxford Ave for all Ford bodied vehicles. Jay Svigel 303-548-5541
September 26 – FRMC Annual Chili Feed, 11am-2pm, Dan and Cathy Ryhal’s home at 15737 Pine Valley Road, Pine, CO
September 24-27 – Telluride Autumn Classic Mountaintop Concours, Art Festival, Poker Run, Casino Night, Automotive Legends including Team Shelby driver Allen Grant and industry experts from GM & Shelby, tickets and registration at www.TellurideAutumnClassic.com
September 27 – Cool Colors of Autumn Car Show organized by Highlands Ranch Hot Rodders, 9285 Hepburn St, Highlands Ranch, CO
October 3 – Arapahoe High School Charity Car Show, 9am-12pm, East Parking Lot of Arapahoe High School, suggested $5 entry fee/car, info at jrhawthorne@lps.k12.co.us
December 5 - FRMC Holiday Party, 10am-2pm, The Club at Rolling Hills, 15707 W 26th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
Standing Events
First Saturday of every month in Lafayette, CO – Cars & Coffee at Flatirons Church, 355 W South Boulder Rd, 7am-10am, 303-641-0965 or Boulder County & Surrounding Areas Cars & Coffee on Facebook
First Saturday of every month May thru Oct - Golden Super Cruise, South Golden Rd, 5pm, www.goldensupercruise.com
Second Saturday of every month in Parker, CO – Expresso & Exhaust at the Vehicle Vault, 18301 Lincoln Meadows Parkway, 9am-12pm weather permitting, www.vehiclevaultco.com
Second Sunday of every month in Monument’s VCA Animal Hospital parking lot (near Rosie’s Diner, 8am-11am.
Third Saturday of every month April-September in Boulder, CO – Shelby American Collection Cars & Coffee, 7am-9am, 5020 Chaparral Court
Fourth Saturday evening of the month into the Fall - Highlands Ranch Hot Rodder’s Cruise Night from 4pm-9pm at the Rusty Tapp BBQ, 311 E County Line Road, Littleton info@hrhotrod.com.
Every Saturday - Evergreen Cars and Coffee in front of Evergreen Country Day School at 1036 El Rancho Rd, Evergreen, from 9am-noon, benefitting local charities (June 7 – August 30), David 720-308-3942. This is a new location.
Every Thursday – Cars Among the Evergreens at 24887 Genesee Trail Rd, Golden, 6pm-8pm, organizer Arthur R Burke IV, 616-405-3024, www.burkecarphoto.com
Every Sunday Afternoon – Classic Car Show, Dairy Queen (just south of Ken Caryl Ave), 7576 S Pierce St, Littleton 80128
If you have an event you’d like posted to the above list or the Club website Bullett-n Board, bring an informational flyer to an upcoming Club meeting. Updates on future Club Meetings and activities of interest will be posted on the www.frontrangemustangclub.org website calendar.
Treasurer's Report
The Club had $1,953.07 in the Vectra Bank checking account as of the meeting date. Tom Ferguson is now collecting 2026 FRMC dues ($50/family). Checks should be made out to FRMC and mailed to Tom at 525 Fox Hunt Circle, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. Newer members who paid membership dues for 2025 after September 1st are exempt from 2026 dues. Tom is holding the name tags for members Todd Griffin, Jim and Susan Johnston, Bill and Joan Anderson, Daryl Borsheim and Patty Ferguson and Al and Claire DeLauro. Please come to a future event to get your tags, guys!
MCA Report
The 2026 MCA National Show schedule is detailed below in the Upcoming Events of Interest section of these minutes. There is one remaining National Show within driving distance of Denver, the July Mustangs on the Mother Road show in Tulsa. Possible attendees from FRMC include the Standiford’s and Fox’s.
CCCC REPORT
The July meeting of the Collector Car Council of Colorado was at the Forney Museum with Keith Johnson attending for FRMC. Keith reported on the availability of an auto appraiser for club members’ needs and securing SEMA tickets both through CCCC. FRMC voted to provide additional funding of $100 to CCCC to help pay for the Lobbyist who works for Colorado car clubs representing them on legislative on issues impacting our hobby. Dick Thompson, who is an officer with CCCC, reminded FRMC of the upcoming July 25th CCCC Rocky Mountain Car Show and Swap Meet at the Broomfield Airport and the need for Mustangs and volunteers to attend.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
Wendell Salas was not in attendance and his hip surgery scheduled for June 23rd has been moved back due to complications with his blood hemoglobin count. He will be pretty much home-bound for the two months following. Our vice-president, Chrissy Weathers, was also out so Treasurer/Secretary, Tom Ferguson led the July meeting