The election of club officers was be held at the October 1, 2024 General Membership meeting. The elected officers for each position are:
| Position | Nominees |
| President | Brett Wells |
| Vice President | Ron Jones (I) |
| Recording Secretary | Brian Kester (I) |
| Treasurer | Bill Vigilante (I) |
| Membership Secretary | Andrew Schaefer (I) |
| Chairman | Fran Sheridan |
| Safety Director | Jeff Menaker |
| Ways and Means Director | Joe Koye (I) |
| House and Property Director (Vote for 2) | Justin Schlidt (I) Glen Armstrong |
(I) denotes an Incumbent
In order to vote, you must be a full member in good standing. Provisional members, junior members, and standard spouse members are not eligible to vote. You must attend the meeting in person in order to vote, and you must bring your membership card.
President
Brett Wells – Candidate for President
Although I’m running unopposed, I feel like this is a good opportunity to introduce myself to those of you who may not know me.
I joined LPRGC in 2014 and have been an active member since that time. Although I originally spent most of my time on the rifle and pistol ranges, I found myself shooting a lot of trap by the end of my first year. My dad shot competitively throughout the 1970s, so it was fun to reconnect with something from my youth.
In 2017 I succeeded Lou Liberato as Trap Chairman and still serve in that capacity today. During my tenure I have had the opportunity to work with a great team of volunteers who are committed to growing the sport, both locally and across the state. Together we have made significant improvements to the trap fields including new concrete, retaining walls, and the installation of state-of-the-art target throwers. Program-wise, we have added more registered ATA events, prize shoots, and instructional opportunities. I am particularly proud of the growth that our Junior Trap Team has had over the last 7 years. They, as well as the club’s other youth programs, are great ambassadors for LPRGC.
I currently hold NRA Shotgun and Rifle Instructor certifications and am a CRSO as well. I plan on earning my Pistol Instructor cert soon.
Early in my board tenure I oversaw the creation of the LPRGC Youth Shooting Sports Association, our non-profit organization that provides thousands of dollars to our youth programs each year. This has allowed these programs to purchase much-needed equipment, ammunition, and supplies necessary to help youth develop skills in a safe, supervised environment. I will continue to support and grow these youth programs as President.
I believe that our club is a great community resource. In a time where many people look on clubs like ours with scorn, LP can position itself as a place for people of all ages to learn and develop skills in an environment that promotes safety above all else. To that end, I will encourage efforts to participate in events hosted by the township that allow us to share that message. I would also like to see us offer more open house programs, like the one we offered a few years ago.
Our strength is in our membership, particularly our discipline and sub- committees. These groups play a huge role in determining the programming that our club offers, and I would like to see more members get involved in those committees.
Outside of the club, I have worked in the non-profit sector for nearly 35 years. My responsibilities have included volunteer management, recruiting, fundraising, grant writing, and special events. These skills have served me well in my current capacity and I think they will benefit LP during my tenure as President.
I have a very understanding wife of 34 years, two adult sons, six grandchildren, and one big goofy dog. Jessica and I have made LP Township our home since the early 90s.
I look forward to working with our board and members to continue to build on the progress and growth that we’ve made over the last few years.
Chairman of the Board
Fran Sheridan
I’d like to begin by introducing myself. I am married, father of 2 adult children, and a finance professional in the insurance industry for 30 years. I have been a member of LPRGC since 2014, and am active in the pistol, trap, and rifle disciplines. I am an NRA instructor in all three disciplines, and I regularly help teach all of the pistol classes offered at the club. I served on the board as Pistol Chairman from 2017 through 2021.
As Chairman of the Board, I would look to collaborate with the other board members to ensure that:
· We protect the club, its members, and the board of directors by adhering to the club’s bylaws, SOP, and Robert’s Rules of Order. These rules provide the guidelines, structure, and procedures to assist the board in making good decisions
· Capital projects are well thought out and designed, so that
o They are wise uses of the club’s resources
o The projects deliver the improvements intended
o The improvements are durable and serve the club for many years
o They are cost efficient
· Vendor contracts are properly structured and enforced
o The contracts must be flexible enough to allow for necessary changes and to be fair to both parties in the case of unforeseen challenges
o They must be enforced so that the club receives the goods and services that it is paying for
Thank you for taking the time to read this. Please don’t hesitate to ask me any questions that you have if you see me around the club, and please vote for me for Chairman of the Board on October 1st.
Dean Mioli, CPA, CFP, CIMA, CLU, AEP
· LPRGC Treasurer for 4 years. As former Club Treasurer, I negotiated the loan for the clubhouse renovation and expansion.
· Served on the Investment Committee
· Currently serving as a Pistol Instructor
· Currently serving as the Chairman of the Pistol Party Committee
· Match Director for the following club matches:
o Falling Steel
o Member only events
§ Two Gun PCC/Pistol
§ Tactical Shotgun
§ Suppressed Shoot (PCC/Pistol), Will seek board approval
· Range Officer for USPSA and ICORE
· Safety Officer for IDPA, Liberty Match Staff
· Participant in all the club pistol sports
My Three Point Plan as Chairman
M – Member Focused, more Member only events
M – Marshall club resources, both human and financial
M – Member survey, members should decide what club projects should be done and are given priority. One project that should be considered is:
Kitchen Renovation
Here is my pledge – I am 100% INVESTED in LPRGC. I will continuously bring my Passion, Energy, and Commitment.
House and Property (two positions)
Justin Schlildt
I’m Justin Schildt, and I am asking for your vote for House and Properties Director on Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club Board
lMy Great Grandfather and Great Grandmother, Cecil and Iva, once owned the property that was sold to LPRGC. Because of this, I have always felt personally connected to the property as well as its continued value to the community and the Club members.
lMy wonderful, beautiful wife, Jen, and my 2 children, Emmy (a recent Temple Grad) and Andrew (7 Time State Rifle champion) are deeply connected to the property as well.
lI have been the active House and Property Director for the last 7 years. My personal sweat equity is everywhere and has afforded the Club and its members substantial cost savings by the donated time and equipment I have provided to the Club.
lI truly believe the current Board works very well together, managing and improving the facilities and property. I work with all the individual disciplines, assisting them with gaining approval on any of their worthy capitol projects
lMy firearms experience: NRA Member, NJ and PA Jr Rifle Assistant, Civilian Marksmanship Program RSO, NRA High Power RSO and NRA Rifle Instructor who assists with Reveres Riders, Clinics and Qualifications monthly. I am an Appleseed 1st Class Rifle and a holder of the Pennsylvania 1st Regiment Rifle patch.
I am asking you for your vote on 10/1 to continue to make LPRGC the best it can be!
Glen Armstrong
I’m Glen Armstrong, and I am asking for your vote for House and Properties Director on Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club Board
lI’ve been a member for a few years now. I am a regular at the Club Work Parties, and have a lot of experience with the Club property. I strongly believe that improvements are good but maintenance is essential. I like to troubleshoot problems and fix stuff and try to foresee issues before they happen.
lI have a wife, a few kids and a couple of dogs and a few cats. My hobbies are shooting, fishing and forging metal. I used to whitewater kayak as it offered freedom and adrenaline but I’ve learned that the risk outweighs the reward- much like helping to define the future of the Club, well thought-out changes over time can be more beneficial than new, shiny toys!
lI’m a Penn State Engineering graduate running a sheet metal contracting business. Building commercial kitchens is what I specialize in. As a business owner and contractor, I have a great deal of experience successfully managing high-dollar contracts and coordinating other contractors like plumbers, electricians, carpenters, HVAC, flooring and refrigeration experts
lHigh power service rifle is what I prefer to shoot at CMP and NRA events. I’m learning reloading and enjoy spending time listening to the stories y’all have to tell and hearing about the experiences you’ve had. I’m not a certified instructor yet – I’m more of a certifiable learner!
I am asking you for your vote on 10/1 and I promise to make a difference!
Walter Mosetter
I am WALTER MOSETTER, I served as Director for 10 plus years and am seeking to rejoin the team as your House and Property representative, working for our members and to make our club experience better.
I have been a member for 18 years. I am a regular at the Club and ran the Work Parties as a the H&P Director for 10 plus years. I have first hand experience with the Club property.
After a 2 year break I would like to rejoin the team and continue club improvements, upgrades, and technologies. I also believe that maintenance is essential. Some of the Bays have seen two years of insufficient maintenance. That will be first on my agenda to combat and bring back the bays to the Club’s high standard..
I Graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy & College as a Commissioned Officer in the USAR. I am President of Philadelphia Sound Productions, Inc., a professional AV company. I have toured the world with National Touring Acts. We designed and provide AV systems to major night clubs world wide. Locally we have provided AV systems for over 100 Schools and 3 Convention centers and the Sandra Day O’Connor federal court house in Phoenix, AZ.
I was the LPRGC IDPA Match Director for 8 years and promoted the sport and the club to be recognized and respected nationally.
I am a Life NRA member and certified instructor. I am a member of the Tuesday Nights group, since 2008, participating in Pistol Clinics and classes at the club.
My Full CV of club accomplishments will be in the email coming to you in a Club email
I am asking you for your vote on Tuesday October 1
Safety Director
Russ Walsh
I’ve been shooting for over 50 years. I have been a member of LPRGC for 15 years, and most of those years I have been an NRA certified RSO, Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun Instructor. And I have been a CRSO for the last couple years. I am a member of Tuesday Knights, and action eligible. I sat on the Safety Committee for a number of years before becoming Chairman of the Rifle Committee for three years. A few years ago I had to step back from volunteering at the club due to not being able to bring my young son to an active range, but he is older now and I can trust that he will keep eyes and ears on and not suddenly run downrange. So I am now ready to start volunteering at the club again, and would like your vote for Safety Director.
Thank You, Russ Walsh
Jeff Menaker
I’m Jeff Menaker, and I am asking for your vote for Safety Director on Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club Board
I learned firearms safety at LPRGC as a junior member in the 80s before my father let his membership lapse and I lost touch with the club. Years later, I completed my own induction at LPRGC. Later, I became an NRA instructor so I could teach Boy Scouts. I hadn’t planned on getting more involved at LPRGC, but after being welcomed and encouraged at a Revere’s Riders event, I joined the team teaching safety and marksmanship with my focus has primarily been youth programs: Continuing Jr Rifle and developing Jr Pistol.
●Safety comes from Education.
I want to continue developing safe shooters and safe practices. I want to educate before discipline and plan to continue growing our culture of learning and support at LPRGC.
●I am a lifelong educator
I have over 20 years experience teaching high school Science (including lab safety), 5 years in Environmental Education before that; 30 years teaching youth leadership and character; plus years leading adventure activities.
●Firearms Safety and Education
Current NRA Credentials: Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer, Instructor: Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol, CCW, Home Firearm Safety
●Beyond LPRGC, Safety Everywhere
River Kayak Instructor, PA Emergency Medical Technician, BSA Scout Leader, Bike and Ski Technician, High School Science Teacher
I am asking you for your vote on 10/1 to continue to make LPRGC the best it can be!